Groundwater summit moves to Clovis from Sacramento, changing focus to farmers
An annual groundwater conference is being moved this year from downtown Sacramento to Clovis in an attempt to reach those most affected by the state’s new groundwater law – farmers. The conference, “Faces of SGMA Implementation Summit” put on by the Groundwater Resources Association will be held June 2-3 at the Clovis
Beyond the headlines: What new homelessness data means for Sacramento | Opinion
The data for 2026’s Point In Time (PIT) Count was announced Wednesday by a slew of Sacramento City and County elected officials, giving us a snapshot of homelessness across the county. Unsurprisingly, the numbers are approximately 13% higher than they were two years ago in 2024, when Sacramento County joyously reported
Sacramento County sheriff’s detective arrested on suspicion of DUI after 6-car crash
A Sacramento County sheriff’s detective was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of driving under the influence after a six-vehicle crash in Rancho Cordova. Richard Hamilton was booked on suspicion of driving under the influence causing injury, according to Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office booking records. The crash was rep
Big rig overturns on freeway in Citrus Heights
By Sara Beth Williams– — A commercial semi truck hauling walnuts overturned Tuesday night on eastbound Interstate 80 near Antelope Road, prompting an emergency response from the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District and the Citrus Heights Police Department. According to Metro Fire, crews were dispatched to the scene sh
AI Parking Cops Target Sacramento School Zones And Bike Lanes
Sacramento drivers who like to “just stop for a second” in bike lanes or outside schools are about to get some very precise company. The City of Sacramento is expanding its AI-assisted parking enforcement, rolling out camera-equipped parking-enforcement trucks that will ramp up patrols around schools and in bike lanes
How rising costs, slower revenue are driving budget deficits across California cities
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — As the City of Sacramento works to close its projected budget deficit, other cities across California are facing many of the same financial challenges. From rising costs to slowing revenue, local governments are now being forced to make difficult financial decisions as they work to balance their bu
Teen girl missing for 5 days, last seen in West Sacramento. CHP sends Ebony...
Law enforcement officials are searching for a 14-year-old girl last seen Friday in West Sacramento. Ambreyel Evans was last seen around 1:20 p.m. Friday, the California Highway Patrol said Wednesday as it issued an Ebony Alert on behalf of the West Sacramento Police Department. The alert is in place for Sacramento and
Newsom to release revised 2026-27 California budget proposal Thursday in Sacramento
NORTHSTATE, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to unveil his revised 2026-27 state budget proposal in Sacramento. The release is scheduled for approximately 10:30 a.m. May 14. The announcement will be livestreamed on the governor’s Twitter, Facebook and YouTube pages. The in-person press event will be open...
Suspect arrested in connection with Sacramento stabbing, police say
(FOX40.COM) — The Sacramento Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with a stabbing that left a woman hospitalized in critical condition. SPD said officers responded to reports of a stabbing around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the area of West El Camino Drive and Gateway Oaks Avenue near South Natomas. Police found
Is your child old enough to travel solo by bus or train? Rules for...
Trains, buses and light rail, there are many forms of transportation to help people get around in Sacramento. But how old is old enough for your child to take a solo trip by bus or train? Here’s a look at the rules and best practices for children and parents to follow as well as which local programs allow children to r

















