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California Sees Second Straight Year of Vehicle Theft Declines

Jul 28, 2026 03:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Statewide vehicle thefts fall nearly 25% as CHP continues targeted enforcement and prevention efforts

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CHP Awards More Than $41 Million to Combat Impaired Driving Across California

Jul 21, 2026 04:07PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Funding supports enforcement, education and forensic testing statewide

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Sacramento Suburban Water District Opens Vacant Buildings for Rare Firefighter Training Before Demolition

Jul 20, 2026 12:57PM ● By Sacramento Suburban Water District News Release

Sacramento Metro Fire crews conduct realistic search-and-rescue, smoke-filled training, roof ventilation and emergency response operations

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The California Conservation Corps at 50: Fulfilling Its Promise

Jul 14, 2026 10:52AM ● By Senator Roger Niello

As the Vice Chair of the State Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Committee, I have seen my share of well-intentioned programs that simply didn’t work as advertised. But one program, inaugurated 50 years ago this July, stands out as a shining example of a government effort that has fulfilled its promise

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SCDSA Endorses Josh Hoover for Assembly

Feb 23, 2026 04:26PM ● By Josh Hoover for Assembly News Release

On Feb. 17, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that he has received the endorsement of the Sacramento County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (SCDSA) for his reelection campaign in Assembly District 7.

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CHP Rings in the New Year With Holiday Enforcement Period

Dec 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By California Highway Patrol (CHP) News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is ringing in 2026 by launching a New Year’s Holiday Enforcement Period (HEP).

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Defendant Sentenced for Felony Insurance Fraud

Dec 23, 2025 01:24PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Jordan Roy Lester pled to felony insurance fraud and was sentenced to 270 days county jail, two years formal probation and was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $232,829 to the California Highway Patrol (CHP)

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Defendant Convicted of Sexually Abusing Two Girls

Dec 23, 2025 11:51AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Robinson faces a maximum sentence of 162 years and 4 months to life in prison.

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CAL FIRE Transitions to New National Emergency Reporting System

Dec 16, 2025 11:45AM ● By CAL FIRE News Release

Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced recently that fire departments across the state are beginning the transition to the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS) — a secure, cloud-based platform built to modernize how emergency incidents are reported and analyzed.

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'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over'

Dec 16, 2025 09:53AM ● By City of Sacramento Police Department News Release

The holiday season can be dangerous for people on the roads.

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CLICK IT. DON'T RISK IT. CHP THANKSGIVING SAFETY REMINDER

Nov 24, 2025 01:10PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Officers focus on seat belt use, impaired driving and safe travel during one of the year’s busiest weekends

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California Highway Patrol Launches Halloween Maximum Enforcement to Target Impaired Drivers

Oct 29, 2025 10:19AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will launch a 12-hour Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) from 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, through 6 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, to protect motorists and prevent impaired driving.

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Law Enforcement Partnership Yields 24 Narcotics Arrests

Jul 22, 2025 10:22AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento Police Department, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced the results of a recent operation focused on maintaining safety and quality of life in the central city.

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Senator Roger Niello, other bipartisan leaders and law enforcement officials spoke at the California State Capitol Building on June 18 to recognize the funding needed for Proposition 36.
Initial Funding for Implementing Proposition 36 Recognized

Jun 23, 2025 05:54PM ● By Office of Senator Roger Niello News Release

Bipartisan Leaders & Law Enforcement Recognize Initial Funding for Implementing Proposition 36 and Call for Continued Investment in Accountability and Supervision to Set Up Prop 36 for Success.

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Keep Fourth of July Fireworks Safe and Legal

Jun 23, 2025 05:28PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With Independence Day coming up, it's always a good idea to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks and stay safe when using them.

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The California Highway Patrol (CHP) graduated six newly-trained K-9 teams
CHP Unleashes Six New K-9 Teams

Jun 03, 2025 11:24AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

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.

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The CHP continues to seek motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference in communities throughout California.
CHP Expands Ranks With 133 New Officers

Jun 03, 2025 11:08AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

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

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial Project Initiated in Citrus Heights

Apr 08, 2025 10:30AM ● By Assemblymember Josh Hoover News Release

This project is dedicated to honoring the bravery and sacrifice of the more than three-million Americans who served in the Vietnam War, including the 58,281 who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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Representative Bera Responds to General Mail Theft Report

Apr 01, 2025 04:02PM ● By U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D News Release

On March 27, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) responded to a newly released U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit report on mail theft, a report he formally requested following widespread complaints from Sacramento County residents about ongoing theft and vandalism of their mail.

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California Seizes 650,000 Fentanyl Pills

Apr 01, 2025 01:23PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Continuing an enhanced focus in 2025 to combat the scourge of illegal fentanyl trafficking, the California National Guard (CalGuard) seized 1,045 pounds and more than 650,000 pills containing fentanyl, with a street valuation of more than $6.8 million, in January and February.

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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

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.

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CHP Celebrates Largest Academy Graduation

Mar 25, 2025 11:20AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) promoted 125 cadets to the rank of officer. The graduation ceremony on March 21 marked the successful completion of a 26-week intensive training schedule at the California Highway Patrol Academy in West Sacramento.

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2025 Citizens Academy Accepting Applications

Mar 11, 2025 02:39PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

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.

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Local Rotarians Aid Fire Evacuees

Jan 24, 2025 12:11PM ● By Judy Andrews

When Folsom residents Chuck and Conni Thompson recently requested help collecting supplies for L.A. area fire evacuees, members of Rotarian District 5180 rallied with overwhelming support

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Matt Maples Sworn in as Captain and Jail Division Commander

Nov 29, 2024 09:12AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Back in September, Brandon Barnes, the 24th sheriff elected to Sutter County, announced that two members of his command staff would retire by the end of the year.

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Residential Wood-Burning Restrictions Begin Nov. 1

Nov 05, 2024 10:14AM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District News Release

The Sac Metro Air District launched its “Check Before You Burn” season on Nov. 1.

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Wall Honors Heroes

Nov 05, 2024 09:43AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Gold Star families and community leaders gathered last weekend to recall fallen heroes of nation and community. The Wall of Honor ceremony is annually observed at Patriots Park, a Carmichael Park District property in Fair Oaks.

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Rep. Ami Bera Urges Passage of the Bipartisan HERO Act

Oct 16, 2024 11:15AM ● By Office of Rep. Ami Bera News Release

On Oct. 12, Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) held a press conference alongside Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper, Sacramento Metro Fire Chief Adam House and Sacramento Area Firefighters Local 522 President Trevor Jamison urging the passage of the bipartisan Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act.

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Sheriff's North Division Community Meetings Set

Oct 08, 2024 11:32AM ● By Office of District 3 Supervisor Rich Desmond News Release

The Sacramento Sheriff's Department, North Division, is hosting a series of community meetings.

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California Launches “Facts Fight Fentanyl” Campaign to Combat Overdoses and Save Lives

Sep 17, 2024 05:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recently announced the launch of “Facts Fight Fentanyl,” a new statewide public education campaign to ensure Californians know the dangers of fentanyl and have the information they need to prevent overdoses and save lives.

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Rancho Cordova Remembers the Fallen

Sep 11, 2024 02:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The city of Rancho Cordova is hosting the “Remembering Our Fallen” exhibit. The exhibit, which opened on Sept. 11, will be on display at Rancho Cordova City Hall until Sept. 15.

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Governor Newsom Signs Legislative Package

Aug 19, 2024 06:48PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Building on California’s robust laws and strategies to reduce crime and protect communities, Governor Newsom signed landmark legislation to further crack down on property and retail crime on Aug. 16

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California Seizes More Than $120 Million in Illegal Cannabis

Aug 15, 2024 12:44PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

In strong support of California’s legal cannabis market, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that since January, California’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF) has seized more than $120 million worth of illegal cannabis, destroyed nearly 37 tons of unlicensed cannabis, including 122,914 illegal plants.

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Student Arrested for Armed Robbery at Del Campo High School

Jul 16, 2024 01:45PM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff's Office News Release

At approximately 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, Sacramento County Sheriff North Patrol Deputies responded to Del Campo High School for the report of a student being robbed at gunpoint

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