What are the rules for private roadside memorials in California? What to know
Displays of wreaths, crosses, flowers, photos, candles and other memorials to victims of fatal traffic accidents are a common sight along California streets. But are they legal? It depends on the jurisdiction. Memorials are intended to express “respect and sympathy” for accident victims, the city of Elk Grove said in...
CA: HEAVY RAIN CAUSES FLOODING IN SACRAMENTO
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Man arrested in Sacramento light rail tracks copper wire theft
A man was allegedly caught by deputies cutting copper wire from a SacRT light rail track on Christmas Eve.
Postponements continue for Zizian murder trial
FAIRFIELD, Calif. (CN) — Delays are continuing to affect an upcoming trial involving two attempted murder suspects associated with an anti-AI group known as the Zizians, including one suspect who is currently medically unable to stand trial and has been frequently moved within California’s penal system in order to...
Sacramento organizers call for volunteers to count homeless population this January
Sacramento organizers are asking community members to volunteer in the 2026 Point-in-Time (PIT) count to determine the number of people experiencing homelessness in the Sacramento region. The PIT count will be held from 5-11 p.m. on Jan. 26 and 27. “While it captures only a snapshot in time, the PIT...
Wings Return to the Sacramento Valley
DURHAM, CA (MPG) - The 2026 Snow Goose Festival will bring four days of field trips, workshops and community activities to the Northern Sacramento Valley Jan. 22‑25, celebrating the region’s wintering bird populations and the annual arrival of migratory waterfowl. Festival headquarters will again be located at...
Bald eagle pair seen together after Lake Natoma nest collapse
FOLSOM, Calif — An iconic bald eagle nest near Lake Natoma collapsed Sunday amid heavy wind and rain, but the resident eagles were recently seen together, giving local wildlife watchers hope. Kathy Kayner, who monitors the nest for Friends of Lakes Folsom and Natoma (FOLFAN), said the tree holding...
Flood Warning Issued in California as River Depth Hits 210 Feet
The Sacramento River flooded after heavy rain inundated California following several moisture-laden storms.
SMUD drops power purchase agreement for controversial Coyote Creek project
Sacramento Municipal Utility District is canceling its agreement to purchase power from the Coyote Creek project.
South Sacramento Juvenile Allegedly Shoots At Dad, Crashes Grandma’s Truck After Wild Chase
A family argument in South Sacramento turned into a chaotic early-morning pursuit on Saturday, when a juvenile allegedly opened fire on his father, stole his grandmother’s pickup, and led deputies on a chase that ended in a crash. The father was not injured, authorities said. Deputies later recovered a loaded firearm...
