A lone diner in Niland has become a barometer for Imperial County's Lithium Valley plan as locals weigh promised jobs against lawsuits, financing gaps and basic repairs.

Two players at Thunder Valley Casino Resort hit back-to-back six-figure Buffalo Link jackpots last Thursday, winning $203,945 and $205,218 minutes apart.

From the Yolo Causeway to downtown bridges, experts estimate about half a million bats stream out each night — a spectacular natural pest‑control force and a conservation challenge.

Two people were arrested after a 14-year-old was fatally shot in Oroville; police recovered an unserialized "ghost" gun and are investigating.

Triple‑digit heat is expected mid‑week in Sacramento with a Fire Weather Watch in effect. Gusty winds and low humidity raise fire concerns.

Two women were assaulted at Chana Park in North Auburn on May 23; bystanders held a suspect until deputies arrested him. Authorities say one victim was knocked from her wheelchair.

AB 2222 would create refundable per‑reporter tax credits in California, aiming to shore up thousands of local newsroom jobs while raising cost and oversight questions.

State parole agents led a multi‑agency sweep in Sacramento this week that produced 13 arrests, weapons seizures and two at‑large apprehensions, officials say.

Clear, cool start with a sunny high near 87°F today and gusty, low‑humidity winds. Temperatures climb into the 90s and 100s midweek — plan accordingly.

A Sacramento man pleaded guilty to federal charges after investigators tied him to shipments that moved roughly half a million fentanyl pills across the U.S. and seized about 450,000 pills.

An unhoused man was struck and killed Friday at 48th Avenue and Stockton Boulevard, the coroner says. The death adds to mounting concern about safety on the busy corridor.

A suspect is on the run after a fatal shooting at Prestige Wine and Liquor on Howe Avenue in Arden Arcade. Homicide detectives say the investigation is active and are seeking tips.

Dante Murphy pleaded no-contest to murder in the downtown Chico New Year’s Day shooting that killed Sean Ray Allen Jr. He faces 25 years to life and is due for sentencing on July 21, 2026.