At the CAL FIRE station's event, a dog named Bonnie was adopted, showing the unit's commitment to the community beyond firefighting. Other dogs are still looking for homes.

Body found in fire identified as Constance Laurel; her nephew, Vincent Ciulei, arrested and charged with arson. Investigation ongoing, public information sought.

NWS has a Flood Advisory for Sacramento County through 6:30 a.m. Friday; expect ponding and minor flooding in low‑lying areas. Motorists are urged to avoid flooded roads.

Deputies were involved in an officer-involved shooting in Greenwood; a woman was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and investigators remain on scene.

The FBI announced up to $50,000 in rewards to locate a wanted Sacramento man and his two missing children as investigators continue probing Angelica Bravo’s death.

The Placer County Sheriff's Office continues to issue evacuation warnings due to expected rain and snow, despite dropping water levels in the South Yuba River. Safety measures and resources are in place for the incoming storm.

Ceres PD addressed illegal toxic waste dumping in a storm drain, arresting Jose Gutierrez on felony charges. Cleanup efforts are ongoing, and authorities stress proper hazardous material disposal.

Frederick Wesley was sentenced to 60 years in prison for a violent 2022 spree that included a hotel shooting and home invasion, resulting in one death and critical injury.

Folsom Police arrested three individuals for mail theft, identity theft, possession of burglary tools, and criminal conspiracy. They also issued safety tips to prevent mail theft during holidays.

A FedEx truck hit a utility pole in midtown Sacramento, causing a power outage and road closure with no injuries reported, but the driver was hospitalized.

Sacramento couple James and Marla Zupancic listed their handcrafted Kukui'ula estate on Kauaʻi for about $14.6M. The four‑bedroom home blends museum‑grade finishes with solar backup and a private pickleball court.

First pediatric flu death reported in Sacramento County; child had no underlying conditions; vaccination status unknown. Health officials stress flu's risks and urge vaccinations.

Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office conducted a DUI Blitz, leading to 200+ stops, 30 arrests with 20 DUIs, and 146 citations to enhance holiday safety.