The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office arrested several individuals for retail theft and recovered stolen goods during a patrol operation, which also led to a fentanyl selling charge.

A 32-year-old female inmate at the Sacramento County Main Jail died following a medical emergency; an investigation into the cause of death is underway.

Vista Ranch in Western Placer County, a 279-acre property featuring blue oak woodlands, has been protected from development by the Placer Land Trust, Placer County, and Placer Conservation Authority.

Placer County's Public Health department launches a fall prevention campaign for the elderly due to high fall-related deaths, offering educational initiatives and a workshop.

Placer County Supervisor Cindy Gustafson has been appointed to the State Board of Fire Services by the governor to address fire protection and prevention in California.

Rancho Cordova announces its 2nd Spring Service Day with community projects like mural painting and creek cleanups and calls for residents to volunteer.

Martha Toro received a 270-day jail sentence and 2 years' probation for insurance fraud and tax evasion, with an order to pay $1,454,130 in restitution and fines.

Chinese citizen Binghui Liu was indicted by a U.S. federal grand jury for his role in a money laundering conspiracy connected to an officer impersonation scam.

A Citrus Heights man pleaded guilty to mail fraud and firearms charges for his role in a COVID-19 unemployment fraud scheme costing California's EDD over $1 million.

Kevin Leslie Gipson from Butte County pled guilty to attempted coercion and enticement of a minor after trying to meet an undercover officer posing as a child's father.

Sacramento City Express reports on the Arcade Creek Bridge replacement project in Sacramento, set to begin in May, aiming to improve safety, add cyclist and pedestrian pathways, and reduce traffic congestion and flood risk.

North Sacramento businesses receive $1.7 million from the city to stimulate growth in District 2, with grants and loans given to 14 businesses and property owners.

Sacramento City Council added three new dispensary permits dedicated to its Cannabis Equity Program, aiming to create a more balanced market and extend the eligibility for equity participants.