The Sacramento City Council has approved the Urban Forest Plan to increase tree canopy coverage from 19% to 35% by 2045, addressing heat island effect and equity in tree distribution across neighborhoods.

The Sacramento City Motel Program audit reports successes and issues, with 32% of participants finding stable housing but also data accuracy and service delivery concerns.

Sacramento is set for a week of sunny weather with high temperatures, reaching mid-90s during the day and dropping to around 60 at night, as reported by the National Weather Service.

The DOJ reports a major crackdown on the Bulldog gang, resulting in 38 charged in Fresno County through "Operation Shock Collar," with significant law enforcement collaboration.

A man, David Hitchman, was arrested in Placer County for scamming residents with a fraudulent landscaping business, tracked via his GPS ankle monitor.

The West Sacramento Police Department celebrated the graduation of 18 cadets from its Police Youth Academy, where participants learned about various aspects of law enforcement through hands-on engagement and field trips.

Sacramento County Sheriff's Office arrested a suspect for a stabbing in Fair Oaks, crediting quick response for saving the victim's life. Michael Brown was detained following a related incident and is held without bail.

The Bay Area is set to experience hot temperatures starting in July, with Sacramento getting highs in the mid-90s, light winds, and mostly clear skies, cooling slightly by the Fourth of July.

Elk Grove Police seized illegal fireworks and a handgun from a vehicle, underscoring their commitment to cracking down on these hazards before the Fourth of July. They warned of strict enforcement and heavy fines for violators.

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on Highway 99 in South Sacramento early Friday morning; the suspect fled, causing southbound lane closures and traffic delays.

Roadwork begins in Lincoln Village and Stone Creek, introducing traffic calming measures like new medians and a roundabout, with expected completion in Summer 2025.

Sacramento City Council approves new entertainment zones, aiming to enhance nightlife and boost local economy with public drinking during special events.

Sacramento entrepreneurs polished their pitches for the EveryDay Creative Pitch Night after a 12-week accelerator program, aiming to impress peers and investors.