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Police Crack Down on Distracted Driving

Apr 21, 2026 04:24PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

Throughout the month of April, the Elk Grove Police Department conducted an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.

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Fatal Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision on Florin Road

Apr 21, 2026 04:22PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On Friday, April 17 at approximately 6:08 a.m., the California Highway Patrol Sacramento Communications Center received a report of a possible pedestrian down westbound Florin Road, east of French Road.

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Fatal Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision on Florin Road

Apr 21, 2026 04:22PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On Friday, April 17 at approximately 6:08 a.m., the California Highway Patrol Sacramento Communications Center received a report of a possible pedestrian down westbound Florin Road, east of French Road.

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Elk Grove Citizen - April 17, 2026

Apr 15, 2026 08:54AM ● By MPG Staff

Pickleball the Warrior Way

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Pickleball the Warrior Way

Apr 14, 2026 05:13PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Annual Tournament Raises Funds for Youth Camp

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Pickleball the Warrior Way

Apr 14, 2026 05:13PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Annual Tournament Raises Funds for Youth Camp

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Council Approves Automatic License Plate Reader Contract Amendment

Apr 14, 2026 05:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has unanimously approved an amendment to the city’s contract with Flock Group for its purchase and use of automated license plate readers (ALPR) and public safety operating system: a move that came despite citizen dissent.

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Council Approves Automatic License Plate Reader Contract Amendment

Apr 14, 2026 05:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has unanimously approved an amendment to the city’s contract with Flock Group for its purchase and use of automated license plate readers (ALPR) and public safety operating system: a move that came despite citizen dissent.

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Concert Boosts Homeless Students with Scholarships

Apr 14, 2026 05:01PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of uplifting Indian music while supporting local students in need at an upcoming fundraiser hosted by the local nonprofit VI-SH Koranne Foundation.

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Concert Boosts Homeless Students with Scholarships

Apr 14, 2026 05:01PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of uplifting Indian music while supporting local students in need at an upcoming fundraiser hosted by the local nonprofit VI-SH Koranne Foundation.

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Cattlemens Steakhouse is Officially Open

Apr 14, 2026 04:59PM ● By MPG Staff

The casual dining scene in Elk Grove has welcomed a new addition with the recent opening of Cattlemens Steakhouse on West Stockton Boulevard, located in the same shopping center as Best Buy.

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Art Center to Host 5th Annual Festival of the Arts

Apr 14, 2026 04:58PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center is set to present its fifth annual Elk Grove Festival of the Arts from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at Old Town Plaza (9615 Railroad St.).

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Golden 1 Center Welcomes Return of NCAA Women’s Tournament

Apr 14, 2026 04:56PM ● By Tony Chen, photos by Tony Chen (@TCPhotos1)

NCAA Division I Women’s March Madness returned to Sacramento for the first time since 2010 from March 27 to 30, with the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 rounds held at the Golden 1 Center.

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Instrument Giveaway, Season 28 Concert at ‘Rock It Forward’ Event

Apr 14, 2026 04:22PM ● By School of Rock Elk Grove News Release

School of Rock Elk Grove has announced the launch of “Rock It Forward,” a community-focused event dedicated to putting instruments into the hands of the next generation of musicians.

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Rewards Members Win More Than $580,000 in Recent Jackpots

Apr 14, 2026 04:16PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Sky River Casino is celebrating two major jackpot wins totaling more than $580,000, highlighting the excitement and winning moments happening on the casino floor.

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Rewards Members Win More Than $580,000 in Recent Jackpots

Apr 14, 2026 04:16PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Sky River Casino is celebrating two major jackpot wins totaling more than $580,000, highlighting the excitement and winning moments happening on the casino floor.

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Elk Grove Citizen - April 10, 2026

Apr 08, 2026 09:53AM ● By MPG Staff

‘Progress with Purpose’

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‘Progress with Purpose’

Apr 07, 2026 05:05PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Mayor Delivers 2026 State of the City

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‘Progress with Purpose’

Apr 07, 2026 05:05PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Mayor Delivers 2026 State of the City

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Local Sports Fields Go High-Tech with Turf Tank

Apr 07, 2026 04:43PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Robotics technology has made its way onto athletic fields, offering schools and sports programs a new way to streamline game-day preparation. At Bradshaw Christian High School, that shift has already been underway.

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Historical Society to Host ‘Parlor Games’ Spring Tea

Apr 07, 2026 04:38PM ● By Elk Grove Historical Society News Release

The Elk Grove Historical Society has announced its upcoming event “Parlor Games: The 29th Annual Spring Tea” to be held starting 11 a.m. Saturday, May 9.

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Historical Society to Host ‘Parlor Games’ Spring Tea

Apr 07, 2026 04:38PM ● By Elk Grove Historical Society News Release

The Elk Grove Historical Society has announced its upcoming event “Parlor Games: The 29th Annual Spring Tea” to be held starting 11 a.m. Sunday, May 9.

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Police to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

Apr 07, 2026 04:36PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

The Elk Grove Police Department will conduct a Sobriety/Driver’s License checkpoint on Friday, April 10 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 7 p.m. and 3 a.m.

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Police to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

Apr 07, 2026 04:36PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

The Elk Grove Police Department will conduct a Sobriety/Driver’s License checkpoint on Friday, April 10 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 7 p.m. and 3 a.m.

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for Live Hydration Spa Elk Grove

Apr 07, 2026 04:35PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 31 for Live Hydration Spa Elk Grove, new to the community with wellness-focused services such as IV infusion therapy.

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for Live Hydration Spa Elk Grove

Apr 07, 2026 04:35PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 31 for Live Hydration Spa Elk Grove, new to the community with wellness-focused services such as IV infusion therapy.

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City Announces Free Bus Rides for Seniors

Apr 07, 2026 04:33PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

More than 31,000 residents that are of the age 62 and older are estimated to live in Elk Grove, or about 17% of the city’s population.

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City Announces Free Bus Rides for Seniors

Apr 07, 2026 04:33PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

More than 31,000 residents that are of the age 62 and older are estimated to live in Elk Grove, or about 17% of the city’s population.

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City to Host Community Meeting on Immigration Enforcement

Apr 07, 2026 04:29PM ● By MPG Staff

The city will host a public meeting later this month to give residents an opportunity to engage directly with officials about immigration enforcement.

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City’s Overall Crime Dropped in 2025

Apr 01, 2026 10:28AM ● By John McCallum

While some categories are up and others down, overall crime in Elk Grove in 2025 dropped by about 2%.

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A Sit-Down with Doris Matsui

Apr 01, 2026 10:24AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photo by Idaly Valencia

Congresswoman Weighs Political Priorities, Re-election

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Elk Grove Citizen - April 3, 2026

Apr 01, 2026 10:12AM ● By MPG Staff

A Sit-Down with Doris Matsui

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Brainpower and Brews

Apr 01, 2026 10:11AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Trivia Nights Around Town Spotlighted

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Local Earns Prestigious Health Impact Award

Mar 31, 2026 04:44PM ● By MPG Staff

Elk Grove resident Dr. Paulina Van, Ph.D., RN, CNE, a nurse scientist and healthcare executive, has been recognized for her decades of service and impact in the field of nursing.

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Local Earns Prestigious Health Impact Award

Mar 31, 2026 04:44PM ● By MPG Staff

Elk Grove resident Dr. Paulina Van, Ph.D., RN, CNE, a nurse scientist and healthcare executive, has been recognized for her decades of service and impact in the field of nursing.

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