Yolo Causeway Drama As Davis, West Sac Crews Pull Off High-Risk Rope Rescue
Traffic over the Yolo Causeway came with an added dose of tension Monday when Davis and West Sacramento firefighters teamed up to save a person who had fallen from the eastbound I-80 span in Yolo County. Crews set up a rope system, treated the person on the ground, then used specialized high-angle equipment to raise th
Sacramento Zoo warns visitors after alligator swallows plush toy
An alligator at the Sacramento Zoo is recovering after swallowing – and later regurgitating – a plush toy that fell into its habitat.
A Southern California Brunch Favorite Is Coming to Elk Grove
Popping Yolk Cafe, the Southern California brunch chain known for its creative egg-forward menu and laid-back California vibe, is coming to Elk Grove as part of the Project Elevate development near Costco on Elk Grove Boulevard, franchisee owners Eileen and Alan Dichoso confirmed to What Now Sacramento. The location wi
EXCLUSIVE: Mom, daughter speak after being pulled into ocean by sneaker wave, nearly drowning...
A Sacramento mother and her 7-year-old daughter are recovering after they were swept into the water at Baker Beach last week.
Fogerty, Ashanti shows highlight busy NorCal concert stretch
Looking for weekend plans? Northern California’s casino venues are rolling out big-name concerts, can’t-miss comedy, and free Fourth of July shows. If you’re in the Sacramento area, Lincoln’s Thunder Valley Casino Resort packs the June 26-27 weekend with arena-size entertainment, including a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer
Sacramento International Airport has a lot going on. Here’s what travelers will see
Sacramento International Airport is growing — literally. The airport is building new amenities inside and outside both terminals to accommodate a growing number of travelers, according to county officials . In 2025, the airport served nearly 14 million travelers, an increase of about 2% from the previous year. As part
NorCal concerts, festivals pack 2 weeks of summer travel options
Looking for weekend plans? Northern California and Nevada are stacked with live music, cultural celebrations and food-driven fun the next two weeks. From the Sacramento foothills to the Oregon border — and over the hill to the Carson Valley — casino venues are rolling out rock legends, R&B royalty, country line dancing
Invasive golden mussels push California county to declare emergency over pipes, pumps, and waterways
One reason the species worries water managers is its ability to multiply rapidly.
Central Valley forecast: How much heat will we see in first week of summer?
It was a magnificent Juneteenth weekend to get outside, with high temps anywhere from 5 to 10 degrees below average on Friday and Saturday across the Central Valley — not to mention the sunny skies and a light breeze. But now that summer is officially upon us — the summer solstice occurred at 1:24 Sunday morning — that
Anyone can build their skills at the Lightning Ninja Academy!
Lightning Ninja Academy is a fully-equipped, indoor ninja warrior training facility for kids in Roseville, CA that just opened June 1st! Our mission is to inspire growth & development in kids and adults through ninja classes, special events, camps, open gym, birthday parties, and more!

















