County Seeks Input on Jail System Master Plan

Sacramento County is inviting residents and community stakeholders to share their perspectives through a newly launched survey as part of the county’s ongoing Jail System Master Planning process. Read More »

May is CalFresh Awareness Month

During the month of May, Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance is participating in CalFresh Awareness Month, launching a weekly video series to help residents better understand available food resources and how to access them. Read More »

UC Davis Closes Causeway Cup Era with 12th Consecutive Title

For the 12th consecutive season, and in the final year of its awarding, the Causeway Cup returns to UC Davis, marking the Aggies' 16th title in the award's 20-year history. Read More »

Methodist Hospital Recognized for Excellence in Patient Safety

Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento, a member of CommonSpirit, earned a fourth-consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Read More »

The Kid Who Got Cut

Before the championships, the trophies, and the highlight reels, there was usually a quieter moment nobody remembers. Failure. Real failure. Read More »

Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes Read More »

Dark Star Orchestra Brings a Classic Sound to the California State Fair

Dead Head fans get to experience the sound that shaped a generation of music lovers as Dark Star Orchestra brings the eclectic sounds of the Grateful Dead to the California State Fair on Thursday, July 30 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage. Read More »

California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

If only the Legislature could be as helpful as Congress was on the Small Business Tax Deduction Read More »

Mick Soli Dominates to Win Northern California PGA Legends Championship

Ace on No. 3 Headlines Championship Performance at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex Read More »

California Study Examines Safer Alternatives to Post-Harvest Fumigants

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) recently released the post-harvest commodity fumigation component of a multipart independent scientific study evaluating alternatives to fumigant pesticides. Read More »

Sacramento County Employee Honored with Statewide Award

Sacramento County is celebrating a major achievement by one of its own. Emily Wight, a human services program planner with the Public Administrator, Guardian, Conservator (PAPGPC) office, has been recognized with a prestigious statewide honor for her dedication to public service. Read More »

Bike Safety and Awareness Grant Applications Open

Coinciding with National Bike Month, the Sacramento Region Community Foundation is pleased to announce that applications for the annual Bike Safety and Awareness Grant are open now through Friday, May 29. Read More »

Celebrating Resilience, Achievements of Asian American, Pacific Islander Community

Since California’s statehood 175 years ago, members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community have left an indelible mark on California’s rich history, overcoming extreme prejudice and discrimination to flourish in all walks of California life. Read More »

City Releases Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27

The City of Sacramento has released its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27, outlining a balanced plan that closes a $66.2 million General Fund gap while maintaining core services and advancing City Council priorities. Read More »

Men’s Golf Wins Big Sky Title

The biggest drama of the final round of the Big Sky Men’s Golf Championship was a playoff for the individual title. That proved to be a win-win scenario for Sacramento State as the battle was between Jai Bahl and Gabriel Smith who both finished the three-round tournament at 9-under par. Read More »

Women’s Empowerment Announces 25th Anniversary Campaign

Addresses Evolving Needs of Sacramento Women Experiencing Homelessness Read More »

Sacramento History Museum Presents All-New ‘Play Ball!’ Exhibit

Coinciding with a new season of baseball now underway in the Capital City, the Sacramento History Museum is excited to present an all-new “Play Ball! Sacramento in the National Pastime” exhibit open as of May 1. Read More »

Falcons Build Momentum with Gritty Wins on the Sand

Folsom Lake beach volleyball is peaking at the right time, stringing together a series of hard-fought wins before entering the Big 8 Conference Pairs Championship. Read More »

Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center Locations Posted

Voter Registration and Elections (VRE) has posted the list of Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center locations for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election on the VRE website at elections.saccounty.gov. Read More »

Water Commission Strengthens Harvest Water Investment

Additional funding supports SacSewer’s landmark recycled water project, on track for 2027 delivery following major construction milestones Read More »

Republic FC Acquires Tyler Wolff on Loan from Real Salt Lake

Republic FC announced April 24, the club has reached an agreement with MLS club Real Salt Lake to acquire forward Tyler Wolff via loan for the remainder of the 2026 season. The transaction is pending league and federation approval. Read More »

Conflict Criminal Defender Selected

Sacramento County has selected Tiffanie Leon-Synnott to serve as the County’s next Conflict Criminal Defender, effective May 1 following a competitive selection process conducted in partnership with the Sacramento Superior Court. Read More »

Office Tours and Election Observation Available

For those interested in learning more about how the complex processes of elections work, tours and opportunities to observe are offered by the Voter Registration and Elections office. Read More »

County Selects Inspector General

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a one-year agreement appointing Eric Kane as Inspector General, ensuring continuity of independent oversight of the Sheriff’s Office while the County evaluates long-term options for the position. The contract begins May 1 and extends through April 30, 2027. Read More »

The HEART of Independence: From Tent to Apartment

“I never thought I’d be in a tent, but that’s better than being on the ground.” Read More »

City Awards $1 Million in Grants to Support Local Entrepreneurs

Seventeen organizations were selected to receive a combined $1 million through the 2026 Sacramento Innovation Grant Program to support programs for local entrepreneurs. Read More »

American River Burger Battle Returns

The American River Burger Battle is returning to Discovery Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 16. Read More »

Zoo Expansion Proposal Moves Forward

On April 28, the Sacramento City Council approved an agreement with the Sacramento Zoological Society to explore a potential 5.8-acre expansion of the Sacramento Zoo in William Land Park. Read More »

Buried Jewels and a Missing Photograph

Grayce E. Lancaster passed away on May 12, 2008, and was buried on May 16 at St. Mary’s Cemetery at 65th Avenue and 21st Street. Her obituary noted that “she was the first woman elected as Exalted Ruler (ER) of Sacramento Elks Lodge #6, where she served two terms.” The obituary did not mention – nor was it widely known – that there was a controversy surrounding her burial. Read More »

‘Brewing Hope’ Fundraiser Supports the Grieving

The Olivia Chan Foundation hosted its Third Annual Brewing Hope at Movement Brewing on Saturday, April 18 in Rancho Cordova, bringing together a powerful community united by one mission: to support grieving children and families. Read More »

Ribbon Cutting Marks Opening of Farmers Market’s Fifth Season

This past Sunday, May 3, the GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market (GHP) marked the beginning of its fifth year with a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Councilmember Richard “Rick” Jennings II at 11 a.m. Read More »

GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market Fifth Year Grand Opening Sunday

This Sunday, the GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market will finally hold its grand opening at 11 a.m. Read More »

Rain or Shine, Our Staff is Saving Lives

At Visions in Education, our commitment to serving students goes hand in hand with supporting the communities around us. Read More »

SacRT Launches New Transit Patch Program for Girl Scouts and Scouts of America

Program co-created with local Girl Scout Troop to build transit riding confidence Read More »

Bandleader Recalled in Mother’s Day Shows

Carmichael singer Susan Skinner has assembled alumni musicians of the John Skinner Band to celebrate Mother’s Day, May 10. Read More »