Lawmakers explore new taxes to fill California’s ongoing budget deficits
As state lawmakers returned to Sacramento for a new legislative session this week, Democratic members are having serious behind-the-scenes conversations about ways to raise revenue for the state budget. State spending has outgrown its tax revenues and in recent years the budget has faced structural deficits in the...
List of school districts with stalled teacher contract negotiations grows in state
Since mid-December, three more school districts have joined the more than a dozen California districts already at an impasse with their teachers unions over contract negotiations. Woodland Joint Unified and Washington Unified school districts in the Sacramento area are now officially at an impasse with their teachers...
New Costco set to open in Sacramento area. When and where will it be?
Costco is opening a new location in the Sacramento area. The popular membership-only warehouse will open in w est Roseville , according to Costco and the Sacramento Business Journal. The new location will be Costco’s second Roseville location and 12th Sacramento area store. Here’s what to know: What is Costco? Costco...
Historic Folsom prepares for 57th annual Spring Arts and Craft Fair
One of Northern California's most enduring community traditions returns this spring as Historic Folsom hosts its 57th annual Spring Arts and Craft Fair on April 19, featuring more than 200 artisan vendors along the charming streets of downtown. The curated craft fair will transform Sutter Street and the Public Plaza...
Survey finds Improvement in blight, ongoing homelessness concerns
By Sara Beth Williams– — A recent FlashVote survey conducted by the City of Citrus Heights revealed insight into how residents view blight management and visible homelessness across the city, as well as awareness and use of reporting tools. The 48-hour flash survey was issued on Dec. 11...
2 boys arrested on suspicion of fatally shooting man in Vallejo
Two juveniles were arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Vallejo last year, officials said.
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returns for a sweet pop-up in Sacramento this weekend
The Arden Fair mall will be the sweetest place to be this weekend when a pop-up truck featuring a beloved Japanese icon returns. Sanrio’s brightly colored Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will make its first stop of 2026 in Arden Arcade on Saturday, Jan. 10 with treats and unique Hello Kitty-themed products. Here’s what Hello...
Vehicle pursuit ends in K9 apprehending suspect, Sacramento County deputies say
(FOX40.COM) — A Sheriff’s K9 apprehended a suspect who led deputies on a dangerous vehicle pursuit Tuesday afternoon, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office. Video Above: Copper wire theft investigation underway in Sacramento SCSO said deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the suspect,...
Sacramento Caretaker Arrested After Standoff, Accused of Threatening Elderly Woman
A 40-year-old caretaker found himself behind bars after Sheriff's deputies resolved a tense barricade situation at a Marconi Avenue home in Sacramento, confirmed the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office. An encounter spiraled out of control when Jesse Halleib allegedly threatened to assault the 77-year-old woman he was...
Rancho Cordova approves $940,000 subsidy for proposed sports and entertainment arena
The City of Rancho Cordova is moving one step closer to getting a new sports and entertainment arena.
