Sacramento County DA Thien Ho launched a run for the newly redrawn 6th District, using a launch video that mixes his refugee story with a pledge to "restore the rule of law."

The Galt Police detained Travis West after a series of robberies, with McDonald's staff aiding in his arrest. He admitted to the crimes and faces multiple charges.

Bonta's campaign disclosed nearly $468,228 in payments to Wilson Sonsini amid the East Bay bribery probe, prompting fresh scrutiny over how campaign dollars are used. The filings list the work as legal services but offer limited detail.

The Modesto Police Department shared on Facebook their success in significantly reducing citywide crime rates, emphasizing teamwork with the community.

A man died when his Oak Park home exploded the morning an eviction was set; the coroner later ruled the death a suicide amid tax‑sale and deed questions. Local officials say the blast appears intentional and investigators remain on the scene.

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte’s public‑affairs chief, Lauren Babb Tomlinson, announced a bid for California’s redrawn 6th District, centering reproductive care and economic relief.

A Midtown Sacramento resident remains hospitalized after a Halloween-night attack in Lavender Heights that police are investigating as a hate crime. A suspect has been arrested and the community is demanding answers.

Four people were arraigned after a Lodi pawn‑shop bust tied to a $1.5M Sacramento jewelry theft. Prosecutors say burglary tools and a signal jammer were recovered.

Sacramento officials seek to repeal a 1949 law banning comic book distribution to minors and plan to declare the third week of September as "Sacramento Comic Book Week" to celebrate creative expression.

A historic lumber mill in Auburn was destroyed by fire; its investigation is underway with a person of interest. No injuries reported; the fire was contained to one structure.

Arnold Jee, 71, died after his SUV was swept off a flooded Sutter County bridge; officials caution against crossing flooded roads with the message "Turn around, don't drown."

A man in Sacramento was arrested for suspicious activities at schools and possessing altered firearms and gear suggesting impersonation of law enforcement.

A pedestrian was killed in a suspected DUI crash in Fairfield; the driver, Kyle Dolcee, was arrested. The incident caused traffic delays, but roads have reopened.