Manteca Police carried out a Minor Decoy Operation to tackle underage drinking, with one minor successfully purchasing alcohol at three venues. The operation, part of ABC collaboration, underscores the need for strict ID checks by businesses.

Sacramento police say a search warrant recovered more than a pound of fentanyl, other drugs, cash and a loaded firearm. A 34-year-old man was arrested, officials said.

Sutter Health is reportedly negotiating to buy nine SacRT parcels in Midtown, including 1400 29th St. The potential deal could trigger major redevelopment near its Midtown hospital.

CoStar reports Sacramento’s unemployment eased to 4.8% in December as nonfarm payrolls slipped and the labor force contracted.

Nevada County declared 2026 "The Year of the Small Business" to highlight their importance. The county plans to introduce a voluntary business license program to aid growth and resource access.

A threat at Jenny Lind Elementary was promptly handled by authorities, who arrested Ronald Combs without incident. Security remains high at the school.

The Sacramento County DA filed a criminal complaint accusing former CapRadio executive Jun Reina of embezzlement, forgery and grand theft amid earlier audits and a civil suit.

Survivors marched in Sacramento urging lawmakers to close legal loopholes that let minors marry, citing local records and national research showing the scale of the problem.

The state high court ruled that pot crumbs in cars don’t automatically allow searches; a rolled joint can still count as an open container under a new three-part test.

Officers were involved in a shooting while responding to a bank robbery in the 1600 block of Response Road; police say all officers are OK and the area is being secured.

Caltrans plans to begin a $124.9M overhaul of State Route 49 near Grass Valley, adding truck lanes, shoulders and intersection upgrades. Construction is slated to start in January 2026.

Rep. Josh Harder and Stockton officials say an ICE field office refused to answer basic questions about body cameras, masks and detainees' access to counsel after an inspection. Local leaders are pushing for clearer rules and more oversight.

A Sacramento man was sentenced to 102 years and 4 months to life after convictions in a case involving two children, the DA says.