Marathoners Hit the Road Sunday

Fair Oaks Boulevard is one of many streets that will channel almost 10,000 California International Marathon athletes to Sacramento on Sunday, Dec. 8. Read More »

Reclamation and DWR Celebrate Delta Restoration Project Launch

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and Bureau of Reclamation broke ground on a habitat restoration project in the Delta that, when completed, will help endangered species such as Delta smelt and Chinook salmon while supporting the long-term operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project. Read More »

CHP Secures Federal Grant to Enhance Older Driver Safety

The California Highway Patrol (CHP), in partnership with the Office of Traffic Safety, announced the receipt of a $225,000 federal grant to launch the “Keeping Everyone Safe” (KEYS) program. Read More »

Don’t Let Fats, Oils and Grease Ruin Holiday Cheer

As the holiday season approaches, the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is urging residents to help prevent sewer backups, a common yet costly and disruptive issue that peaks during this time of year. Read More »

Sac Republic FC to Host Open Tryouts

Ahead of the 2025 USL Championship season, Republic FC is hosting its annual Open Tryout, giving the region’s top players a chance to impress the technical staff and earn an invitation to training camp. Read More »

Hornet Volleyball Standouts Named All-Big Sky

Three Hornet seniors were named all-Big Sky Conference on Nov. 26, including outside hitters Bridgette Smith and Caitlin Volkmann being named to the first team, and rightside hitter Ellie Tisko named second team. Read More »

Sacramento State Women’s Basketball Finishes Third at Thanksgiving Classic

Senior Katie Peneueta finished with a career-high tying 20 points to go with nine rebounds while three other Hornets finished in double figures on Sunday Dec. 1, helping push the Sacramento State women’s basketball team past Wagner, 73-34, to finish third at the FIU Thanksgiving Classic in Miami. Read More »

ARC Coach Named NorCal Coach of the Year

The American River College Men's Water Polo program has achieved a lot of great things throughout the 2024 season. As the program prepares to open up the 3C2A State Championships, the Beavers can add another achievement: NorCal Coach of the Year. Read More »

SacRT’s Holiday Bus Returns

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) Holiday Bus has returned. The Holiday Bus is a festive tradition offering free rides to passengers while spreading holiday cheer throughout the region. Read More »

Women’s Empowerment to Hold Annual Holiday Drive

Local residents can spread holiday cheer to Sacramento women and children who have experienced homelessness by contributing to Women’s Empowerment’s annual Holiday Drive. Read More »

Santa Kicks Off Season of Giving with Charitable Vending Machines

With a twinkle in his eye, Santa Claus cut the ceremonial red ribbon at the Light the World Giving Machines on Monday and then showed the world the joy of giving by selecting a few gifts for those in need in the Greater Sacramento Area. Read More »

Gifts from the Heart Now Accepting Donations

You can help make a difference in a local child or adult’s life this holiday season. Read More »

Sacramento Suburban Water District Appoints Diana Lynch

The Sacramento Suburban Water District (SSWD) Board of Directors has appointed Diana Lynch to fill the Division 1 seat on the Board, effective Nov. 12. Read More »

Navigators Provide Critical Support in Emergency Departments, Helping Patients Find a Path to Recovery

As Californians gather this Thanksgiving, many patients are giving thanks for a life-changing program that has helped them overcome the devastation of opioid addiction. Read More »

Rep. Bera Introduces Bipartisan Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now (GAIN) Act

On Nov. 20, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) introduced the bipartisan Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now (GAIN) Act alongside Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) and Young Kim (R-CA-40). Read More »

ARC Honors Native American Heritage Month

In November, we observe National Native American Heritage Month – a time to honor the rich cultures, languages, histories, and enduring resilience of Native American Nations. We Read More »

De'Aaron Fox Named Western Conference Player of the Week

Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week for games played between Nov. 11 and Nov. 17, the NBA announced on Nov. 18. Read More »

ARC Volleyball Earns Big 8 Conference Champions

The American River College women's volleyball program closed out the regular season as Big 8 Conference Champions after defeating Modesto Junior College and Sacramento City College. Read More »

ARC Football Secures Fifth Straight Conference Championship

The American River College football program secured their fifth straight National NorCal Conference championship on Nov. 9, with a 45-21 road victory over Santa Rosa Junior College. Read More »

Women’s Soccer Ends Season in NCAA Tournament First Round

The Big Sky Conference Tournament champion Sacramento State women's soccer team made its first appearance in the NCAA Tournament in 14 years on Sunday Nov. 17, but its run through the postseason was cut short at the hands of top-seeded USC, falling to the Trojans by a 5-0 score at the Dignity Health Sports Park Track Stadium in Carson, Calif. Read More »

Tips for a Holly Jolly Holiday Season

As the holidays approach, many of us look forward to gatherings with friends and family, enjoying delicious food and taking part in festive celebrations. However, this time of year can also bring feelings of stress, loneliness or sadness for some Read More »

Sacramento County Fentanyl Deaths Declining

Sacramento County has made remarkable progress in the battle against the opioid crisis, reporting a 56% reduction in fentanyl-related deaths between 2023 and 2024. Read More »

Giving Machines Make Giving to the Needy a Fun Experience for Area Residents

Light the World Giving Machines in Sacramento, Modesto Area Are the Only Ones in Northern California Read More »

CHP Swearing-In Ceremony Marks Milestone

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly announces a major achievement in its ongoing recruitment efforts as it officially swears in 121 new officers, bringing the Department past its goal of hiring over 1,000 officers. Read More »

229 Legal Actions Filed in Wake of Statewide Sting Operations and Sweeps

The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) recently completed a statewide operation of stings and sweeps to uncover unlicensed activity in the construction industry as part of a multi-agency effort organized by the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA). Read More »

Broadway Revival: Tower District maps out a creative corridor ecosystem

Over the years, the area around Broadway and 15th Street has had its ups and downs. Read More »

$60K for Women’s Empowerment

Women’s Empowerment has received a $60,000 contribution from U.S. Bank to provide Sacramento women experiencing homelessness with job-readiness programs, paid job training and transitional workforce housing so they can secure employment with upward mobility as they work toward affording permanent housing. Read More »

River Cats Earn Gold, Three Bronze Medals from GOAL

Thanks to the continued implementation of sustainability practices, the Sacramento River Cats have been awarded four medals from Green Operations & Advanced Leadership (GOAL) for their work on Waste Reduction, Diversity & Inclusion, and Sustainable Partnerships. Read More »

Hornet’s Goalkeeper Sierra Sonko Earns Player of the Week Honors

It’s another award added to the mantel for the Seattle, Wash., native, who was named the Big Sky Tournament Most Valuable Player for her performance in net as the Hornets claimed their first league tournament championship, and the automatic NCAA berth that goes with it for the first time since 2010. Read More »

Sac State Tennis Doubles Duo Reach Semifinals

The Sacramento State doubles duo of Maddy Ferreros and Irene Riva showed well at last weekend's ITA Conference Masters event in Rome, Ga., reaching the main draw semifinals and falling just one win shy of a berth into the 2024 NCAA Individual Championships Read More »

New Republic FC Stadium Back on Track

A project that was on life support had some much-needed life injected into it on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when the Sacramento City Council voted unanimously to approve the framework for a $321 million downtown railyards soccer stadium and entertainment venue. Read More »

Cell Phone Restrictions Increasingly Implemented in Sacramento Area Schools

Spreading national, state-wide rules attempt to lessen classroom disruptions, improve student concentration Read More »