Sacramento's New Year forecast includes a 30% chance of afternoon rain, dense fog, and a high of 48 degrees, with rain and fog continuing into the evening. More rain is expected on New Year's Day and throughout the week.

A hidden surveillance camera disguised in bushes was found in North Auburn; deputies say the discovery may have prevented a burglary and investigators are reviewing footage.

The Sacramento DA posted a PSA announcing a major fentanyl seizure — roughly 70,000 counterfeit pills — and says 14 fentanyl‑related homicide cases have been filed.

Two people were arrested after a Dec. 14 shooting in Stockton's Park District that killed a 24-year-old man and injured a 28-year-old woman. Police say one suspect was arrested Dec. 18 and a second extradited and booked Dec. 30.

A woman was found dead inside an Orangevale home after a large gas leak on Mountain Avenue. Authorities say the leak was contained and the coroner is on scene.

Backstage Brewing quietly soft‑opened its Curtis Park taproom on Christmas Day and is lining up a Midtown beer garden at 1812 D St. in the months ahead. Local filings and the brewery’s pages outline the two‑site plan.

An affiliate of Mark III paid $24.6M for six light-industrial buildings across West Sacramento and south Placer County, reinforcing demand for small-bay warehouses.

Sacramento prepares shelters for the homeless due to predicted rains, with two main centers open from Dec 31 to Jan 5, and free SacRT rides offered with a flyer.

The Calaveras County Sheriff's Office announces a change in communication leadership as Lieutenant Greg Stark steps down and Sergeant Jason Waite steps in as interim PIO.

Ceres Police received a $60,000 grant to improve traffic safety, targeting DUIs, distracted driving, and accident causes through education and enforcement.

The Placer County Sheriff's Office is focusing on preventing underage drinking this New Year's Eve, coordinating with ABC to enforce alcohol laws and minimize DUI incidents.

Rocklin Police renew a call for help in the 1988 disappearance of transient man William Calvin, seeking new leads through a social media post. No new information has emerged despite past investigations.

The California Supreme Court ruled judges can’t impose fines and fees defendants can’t afford, prompting remands and new ability‑to‑pay hearings across the state.