Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win. Read More »

Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County. Read More »

Roadwork Limits Ancil Hoffman Park Use

Most Ancil Hoffman Park facilities will remain open during a June-to-August project to repave roads and parking lots in the county park. Read More »

San Juan Unified Names Teachers of the Year

The San Juan Unified School District is proud to recognize Shannon Faltermier and Haley Zerr as the 2026 Teachers of the Year. Read More »

FORPD Board Discusses Electric Vehicle Charging Fees

During its May 21 meeting, the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors discussed potential policy guidelines for the new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the Fair Oaks Village. Read More »

State Legislators Name Their Nonprofit of the Year

In recognition of California Nonprofits Day on May 21st, the California Association of Nonprofits announced on May 20 the 2025 California Nonprofits of the Year. Read More »

‘We are Losing an Entire Generation’

According to the Sacramento District Attorney’s Office, more than 200 law enforcement members between Yolo, Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer and Yuba counties have participated in multiple operations to seize hundreds of pounds of fentanyl off the streets since 2021. Read More »

Railyards Will Deliver Billions in Economic Output

Economic impact analysis shows Railyards will deliver billions in economic output, nearly 24,000 jobs and unlock one of the city’s largest projects Read More »

Sac State's Kade Brown is a National Finalist

Sacramento State sophomore closer Kade Brown was named as one of 13 finalists for the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association’s Stopper of the Year award given to the nation’s top reliever in NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division I baseball. Read More »

UC Davis Celebrates Annual Aggie Awards

University of California, Davis Athletics celebrated its student athletes with the annual Aggie Awards on June 1. A total of 12 awards, six departmental and six voted on by the student athletes, were given out. Read More »

Grand Jury: Schools Can Improve Arts Education Funding Practices

The Sacramento County Grand Jury recently released reports on this year’s investigations. These reports include findings and recommendations, which must be addressed by the agency involved. In most cases, the entity has 90 days to respond. Read More »

United Way Wins Two Telly Awards

United Way California Capital Region has been honored with two Telly Awards for its brand launch commercial, “Future Forward.” Read More »

CHP Says to ‘Pump the Brakes’

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has launched a statewide speed- prevention campaign to focus on one of the most dangerous behaviors on California roadways. Read More »

Accepting Applications for SMUD’s Shine Program

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards will open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations in our service area. Read More »

Celebrates Family Health and Fitness Day

Sacramento County invites residents to get outside and get moving for Family Health and Fitness Day June 14, with a variety of fun, free activities taking place throughout the regional park system. Read More »

Metro Chamber Applauds Bipartisan Collaboration

The Sacramento Metro Chamber is proud to be a founding member of the Capital Caucus Foundation, a newly-established nonprofit organization committed to uniting leaders across the Capital Region to foster bipartisan collaboration and strengthen the region’s business climate. Read More »

Keeping Trails Safe

Sacramento County Regional Parks staff reminds residents and visitors that enjoying the county’s trails safely and respectfully is a shared responsibility. Read More »

‘No Address’ Debuts

Robert Craig Films' award-winning debut feature film, “No Address,” and “Americans With No Address,” a companion documentary, are available for digital purchase and rental, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, YouTube and more. Read More »

Hawks’ 200 Freestyle Relay Team Named All-Americans

The Hawks’ Men’s swim team record-breaking 200-meter freestyle relay team, Joel Amezcua, Chris Barbusca, Jonah Mafnas and James Pitcock, all highlighted the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) Men’s Swimming and Diving All-American teams. Read More »

UC Davis Master of Management Program Provides New Opportunities for Graduate Aggies

Not every college athlete turns pro, so UC Davis prioritizes preparing student-athletes for life after sports. A new collaboration with the UC Davis Graduate School of Management (GSM) helps to create a new pathway that extends student-athletes' collegiate careers while preparing them for post-competition success. Read More »

UC Davis Football Scheduled for Three Nationally-Broadcast Games

For the first time in program history, No. 11 University of California, Davis football will be showcased on the main linear ESPN network when the 2025 season opens at 4 p.m. Pacific Time Aug. 23 against No. 12 Mercer in Montgomery, Alabama. Read More »

Football Game Against Montana Tabbed for ESPN2

Hornets to appear on national television for fourth straight year Read More »

Breaking Barriers to Employment 101

Job hunting is stressful, even under the best of circumstances. Imagine if you had limited access to a shower, no professional clothing choices and your transportation to and from work was intermittent, at best. Read More »

SMUD to Issue $300 Million in Revenue Bonds

SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utility District) proudly announces that it plans to issue approximately $300 million of Electric Revenue Bonds and Subordinated Electric Revenue Bonds during the month of June. Read More »

Governor Newsom Announces Appointments

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on May 23 the following appointments. Read More »

Celebrating Five Over 50 Award Winners

Each May during Older Americans Month, Sacramento County honors older adults who are making a meaningful difference in their communities. Read More »

CHP Unleashes Six New K-9 Teams

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) graduated six newly trained K-9 teams May 22 at its West Sacramento K-9 training facility, marking a significant step in bolstering public safety across the state. Read More »

CHP Expands Ranks With 133 New Officers

More than 360 officers have been sworn in so far in 2025 as the department continues a statewide push to enhance public safety Read More »

District Attorney’s Office Holds Youth Shadow Day

High school students in Sacramento County can shadow an array of positions within the criminal justice system through a pairing process at this year’s Criminal Justice Shadow Day and Crime Lab Shadow Day, according to the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office Read More »

Supporting California’s Salmon Supply

Governor Newsom announces upgrades to 21 fish hatcheries to boost salmon populations Read More »

Hornets Wrap Up A Successful Year

In its first appearance at the West Coast Conference (WCC) Championship as a league affiliate, Sacramento State University placed fourth out of nine schools in the final team points standings on the morning of May 17 at Lake Natoma. Read More »

Panthers Beat Golden Eagles in Breakout Game

Sacramento City College jumped out early and never looked back on May 14, beating Feather River, 9–2, on the road in Quincy behind a breakout game from Lucas Drake and a lockdown start from Brady Wilson. Read More »