Senior Fair Offers Health, Help and Fun

The 12th annual Senior Health and Resource Fair will return Saturday, June 20, at the Wyndham Sacramento Northeast Hotel, offering older adults and caregivers access to health information, community services and live entertainment. Read More »

California State Railroad Museum & Foundation Celebrate Members of the Armed Forces with Free Excursion Train Rides on Armed Forces Day, May 16

The California State Railroad Museum & Foundation are celebrating members of the U.S. Armed Forces (current and former) with free excursion train rides on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16. Read More »

Spring Palooza Poster Winners Honored

Two high school students were recognized during the May 5 Elk Grove Unified School District board meeting for winning the Elk Grove Spring Palooza poster contest themed “Bee A Pollinator.” Read More »

Chamber Cuts Ribbon for Cattlemens Ranch Steakhouse

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 6 to welcome the new Cattlemens Ranch Steakhouse location to the local business community. Read More »

Ralph Nwobi Pitches Common Sense

Congressional Candidate Campaigns Affordability, Stability and Reform Read More »

Honoring Fallen Service Members on Memorial Day

Community members are invited to the annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Walk for Veterans on Monday, May 25 to honor fallen U.S. military service members. 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 »

Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

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

Benitez and Rodriguez Named to Team of the Week

May 5, USL Championship announced the Week 8/9 Team of the Week. For their performances in the May 2 win over Orange County SC, Republic FC’s Michel Benitez and Arturo Rodriguez were named to the league’s weekly top squad. Read More »

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 »

A Battle Beyond the Bite

Lyme Disease Awareness Month Sparks Advocacy and Awareness 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 »

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 »

New Affordable Apartments Coming to Town

There’s a new affordable apartment community opening later this year and applications are now available through a public lottery system. Read More »

Sky River Casino Breaks Ground on Hotel Resort

On April 27, Sky River Casino marked a major milestone in its ongoing expansion with a golden shovel groundbreaking ceremony for its highly anticipated hotel resort. Read More »

Leavitt United Insurance Services Supports Food Bank During Day of Service

Leavitt United Insurance Services, a Leavitt Group affiliate agency, spent time giving back to its communities throughout April, participating in a Day of Service across three locations: Elk Grove, Sonora and Visalia. Read More »

City Addresses Community Concerns on Immigration Enforcement

Concerns raised during recent Elk Grove City Council public comment led city officials to host a community meeting April 14 that addressed immigration enforcement and responded to residents’ questions. Read More »

Victims' Families Fight for Accountability, Change in Law

Family and friends of 23-year-old Connor Lopez filled a courtroom April 17 for a second hearing in the misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter case tied to his death, an emotional proceeding that came nearly one year after the fatal crash. Read More »

Major Road Work Along Laguna Boulevard Begins

The city announced that road work has begun, as of May 4, along Laguna Boulevard between Bruceville Road and Laguna Springs Drive to address worn pavement conditions and improve landscaping on center medians. Read More »

Filling Boots to Heal Injuries

Annual Firefighter Drive Supports Burn Survivors Read More »

Beyond the Airshow

With its choreographed planes shooting through the sky, leaving contrails that draw out shapes and letters, the California Capital Airshow (CCA) is a popular event that Sacramento residents look forward to each fall. 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »