A shooting at Caldwell Park in Stockton resulted in the death of 19-year-old Adrian Nov Ledesma and injured a 17-year-old. It's the city's 23rd homicide this year.

Jack Black made a surprise visit to a Jack in the Box in Stanislaus County, where he was described as a "down to earth guy" by fans who took photos with him.

Ryan Gines was sentenced to over 15 years in prison for methamphetamine trafficking in Kings County as part of Operation Red Reaper targeting gang-related drug networks.

A Sacramento man pled guilty to child sexual exploitation, facing a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The case was part of Project Safe Childhood and involved collaboration among local and federal agencies.

A juvenile was arrested for felony vandalism after damaging a Tesla at the Palladio complex in Folsom, with police making the arrest after a determined investigation.

Lancaster man Jose Nunez sentenced to over 21 years for trafficking 3,500 pounds of methamphetamine in sophisticated Mexico-based drug ring operation.

California's telework audit promises to reveal massive taxpayer savings as unions successfully delay Newsom's return-to-office mandate until 2026.

Cal State University system plans to add 18,000 dorm beds by 2030, but faces a $2.3 billion budget gap and uneven demand across campuses that could derail the ambitious housing expansion.

Manteca Police Department announces the 2025 Animal Shelter Olympics to be hosted by Lathrop Animal Center featuring shelter animals in various competitions.

Sacramento mother Whisper Owen and her 8-month-old daughter vanished nearly a month ago during a trip home from Fresno. New surveillance footage and revelation of an outstanding warrant have shifted the investigation.

A CHP traffic stop in San Joaquin County led to the seizure of 50,000 fentanyl pills with the help of K9 Hanks, highlighting efforts to combat the opioid epidemic.

An encounter between Modesto police and 19-year-old Jadon Sieng led to an officer-involved shooting after Sieng allegedly fired shots, struck an officer with a vehicle, and fled. Sieng was later arrested and charged with multiple felonies.

The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office collaborated with multiple agencies to clean up the American River Parkway, airlifting over 10 tons of trash and connecting homeless individuals with resources.