CHP says SR‑49 north of Crystal Boulevard near Placerville is closed for a fatal crash investigation; officials estimate about a two‑hour closure and warn of delays.

A boater reported seeing a body in the Sacramento River near Freeport Bridge Monday; multiple agencies searched the water into the evening.

CHSRA CEO Ian Choudri was arrested in Folsom on suspicion of domestic battery a day after appearing with Gov. Gavin Newsom at a Kern County railhead opening.

Stockton police say a 26-year-old was shot on North El Dorado and a 37-year-old was arrested after a brief chase; the victim is expected to survive.

A new Chick‑fil‑A at 8140 Elk Grove Blvd opens Thursday with a cow‑costume free‑meal giveaway and about 30 local jobs created.

NWS has a flood advisory in effect across several inland counties through about 4 p.m. Monday, warning of water over roadways and localized flooding. Drivers are urged to avoid flooded streets.

Pancho Villa BBQ’s food-truck classics have landed in Fair Oaks, where slow-smoked tri-tip, pulled pork, tortas and party catering are now served at a storefront. The new spot was featured on Good Day Sacramento.

A late‑night crash on Highway 99 in Madera County left four dead and one critically injured after deputies say the vehicle fled reports of vehicle break‑ins.

SMUD held an informational meeting after a surge of data‑center inquiries, forcing the utility to weigh big power, land and community questions. The board is now gathering options.

A Chico man allegedly fired at a deputy during a traffic stop and chase in Magalia, then was arrested in Chico and booked on attempted murder charges.

Longtime Davis Fire Chief Joe Tenney is stepping down and Division Chief Paul Swanson, a lifelong Davis resident, will take over as chief next week. The city says the move keeps leadership local.

UC Davis researchers are testing transformable nanoparticles that anchor to tumors and let doctors attach drugs on demand, backed by a new NIH grant.

A $3.59 million CAL FIRE grant will convert five Tulare County elementary schoolyards into living school forests, shade canopy and water‑wise outdoor classrooms.