The Draconids peak under near-perfect dark skies this week, while the Orionids need a pre-dawn window to dodge an 80% moon.

A new state law tackles a hurdle working parents know well: dragging a teen to the library just to sign a form.

Art of Native Plants returns October 11 with free plant sales, storytelling and a keynote from ethnobotanist M. Kat Anderson.

Mather Boulevard is closed between Douglas and Alert roads with no reopening time in sight.

None of the 77 burials near Stockton Boulevard had grave markers, and officials say the remains are not Native American.

The Oct. 10 event at Valley High School is free, with author panels, health services and lowriders on tap.

Gov. Newsom's new law restores conflict specialists cut in 2024, as wolf packs and livestock attacks climb statewide.

The council endorsed Props 1, 3 and 37 in a 6-1 vote, but dodged the divisive billionaire wealth tax entirely.

A 2016 San Mateo County recycling fire cost $8.5 million — now Gov. Newsom's new law targets the batteries behind blazes like it.

Sacramento’s temperatures are climbing toward a weekend peak near 97 degrees. Dry weather and limited overnight relief are expected through early October.

Bear West BBQ's new River District spot serves fried catfish and red velvet waffles found nowhere else in Sacramento.

The 16th annual contest features 50 Sacramento restaurants and chefs competing for diner votes all October long.

Deputies believe two suspects were behind the shooting on Young Street, and the victim is now stable at a hospital.