Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization. Read More »

SPCA Doggy Dash Returns for 32nd Year

The Sacramento SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), open to all dogs, their owners and dog lovers, will hold its 32nd Doggy Dash on April 12. Read More »

California Capital Airshow Educates Next Generation

Mather Airport hosted its 19th annual California Capital Airshow through Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, where families from throughout the Sacramento region viewed stunning flight performances and learned hands-on about the aircrafts soaring in the sky. Read More »

Waterfront Hotel Planned for Hood

The developer behind the Westin Sacramento has plans for another waterfront hotel, this time in the quaint Delta town of Hood. Read More »

Kvarme Tribute Tourney Set for October

The annual Jimmy Kvarme Tribute Tournament returns on Oct.18 to Oct. 19 at the Park Terrace Swim and Tennis Club. Read More »

Always Ready to Serve

Sacramento residents pass businesses daily and might think, “I’ll have to stop by there sometime.” It could be a restaurant or a cute boutique. It’s not the same when they pass a funeral home. Read More »

Experience the Best of Broadway!

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Presents ‘A Lerner & Loewe Celebration’ Read More »

Keanna Abraham Earns AAI Award Nomination

UC Davis gymnastics senior Keanna Abraham has been named a 2025 American Athletic, Incorporated (AAI) Award Nominee, highlighting not just her great season but career as a record setting Aggie. Read More »

Capital Stage Apprentice Program Accepting Applications

Capital Stage, Sacramento’s innovative and professional nonprofit theatre company, is accepting applications for its 2025/26 Apprentice Company. Read More »

A Better Building Permit Experience is on the Way

Sacramento County is making significant improvements to its Accela online permitting system, enhancing transparency and efficiency for residents and businesses navigating the building permit process. Read More »

Restoring California: A Call to Cobb Mountain

Visiting tiny towns is a bit of a civic duty that maybe wasn’t written into the curriculum or taught in lesson plans before we exited into the real world. Read More »

LaVine Named Western Conference Player of the Week

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week for games played between Feb 24. and March 2, the NBA announced. Read More »

Hornets Elevate Soccer Coach

Having wrapped up his second season on the sidelines with the Sacramento State women's soccer program, Chris Malenab will enter his third year with the Hornet program with a new title, elevated to the position of Associate Head Coach it was announced on March 4. Read More »

Sac Republic Games to be Televised this Season

Ahead of opening weekend, the United Soccer League announced the 2025 national television broadcast schedule. Twelve Sacramento Republic Football Club (FC) matches are on the docket, including 10 home contests. Read More »

Sen. Roger Niello Appointed to Little Hoover Commission

State Sen. Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) has been appointed to the Little Hoover Commission by the Senate Rules Committee, chaired by Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg). Read More »

March is for Celebrating

March marks Disability Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, contributions and resilience of people with disabilities. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness, promote understanding and work toward a more inclusive world for everyone. Read More »

Planned Water Deliveries Increases Following Recent Storms

On Feb. 25, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced that recent storms have allowed for another increase to the State Water Project (SWP) allocation forecast for 2025. Read More »

2025 Citizens Academy Accepting Applications

Interested in Learning About the Criminal Justice System? The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is now accepting applications for its 2025 Citizen’s Academy. Read More »

Little Free Libraries Draw Eager Readers

Land Park is home to bibliophiles who love trading and sharing books. They visit the library, scour bookstores and chat about good stories in book clubs. But no one needs to leave their Land Park neighborhood to find a new book to enjoy. The Little Free Library movement has made it so that all you need to do is go for a walk to find new, free books. Read More »

Farmers Market Returns for Fourth Year

The GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market, located in the parking lot of Sacramento Elks Lodge No. 6 on Riverside Boulevard, has a reputation as a place where families can walk or bike to get groceries on weekend mornings. This year will be no different, with the market opening for its fourth season on Sunday, April 6, at 9 a.m. Read More »

Drain After Rain to Prevent Mosquitoes

The recent rain has left behind stagnant water. Since temperatures are expected to increase over the next few days, this can create the perfect combination for mosquitoes to breed, according to the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District on Feb. 20. Read More »

Mental Health Help Available 24/7

In the heart of Sacramento County, a team of compassionate professionals is reshaping the way that mental health crises are addressed. Read More »

River Cats Announce 2025 Coaching Staff

The Sacramento River Cats, proud Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced their full coaching staff for the 2025 campaign. Read More »

Over $1M in Community Grants to Sacramento Non-Profits

Dignity Health announced on Feb. 27 that it has awarded $1,017,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations across the Greater Sacramento Region. Read More »

Sacramento Zoo Celebrates Baby Giraffe Birth

The Sacramento Zoo is thrilled to announce that Amirah the giraffe gave birth to a female calf on Saturday, March 1, at 2:56 p.m. Read More »

Age, Disability-Friendly Action Plan Launched

Sacramento County is taking a significant step toward ensuring a more livable and accessible future for its aging and disabled residents. Read More »

Sac Pro Sport Venues Promote Sustainability

On Feb. 25, the Golden 1 Center and Sutter Health Park announced a new multi-year, sustainability-focused partnership with Kimberly-Clark Professional™. Read More »

Sacramento Kings Working to Enhance Accessibility

On Feb. 24, the Sacramento Kings in collaboration with Ticketmaster and OneCourt announced an innovative way for blind and low vision fans to experience live basketball action at Golden 1 Center. Read More »

Aggie Earns Player of The Week Honor

UC Davis sophomore Mika Ikemori was named Big West Player of the Week, the conference announced on Feb. 26. Read More »

Sac State Women’s Tennis Adds International Talent

Cami Maldonado Gutierrez, ranked as one of the top 10 juniors in her home country of Mexico, has committed to join the Sacramento State women's tennis team Head Coach Sophie Breault announced on Feb. 21. Read More »

Hornet Nets Pitcher of the Week Award

Fresh off a performance that earned him his first victory of the season, senior right-hander Evan Gibbons was named the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Pitcher of the Week on Monday, Feb. 24. Read More »

California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

Small business optimism across the nation fell a bit in January but for the third consecutive month, came in higher than its 51-year average, according to the release Feb. 11 of the monthly Small Business Optimism Index by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). Read More »