News across Sacramento County

Welcome Ben Simmons to the Sacramento roster
Many of you have now been Sacramento Kings fans for literally decades, and discussions of playoffs have been a topic rarely heard in the city of Sacramento. Enter new GM Scott Perry who has been promising changes with regard to bad drafts and trades that don’t make sense.…

On The Road: Revamped Subaru Outback SUV no longer resembles a wagon
Although it maintained a wagon-like body profile, for years the Subaru Outback was always classified as an SUV. Well, that is no longer the case with the emergence of the fully redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback. The company abandoned the sloped-roof styling that gave it the wagon…

Part 2: Elk Grove residents challenge police defense of ALPR surveillance
One speaker described the potential consequences of an incorrect license plate read

Elk Grove Police, Sheriff and DA defend ALPR surveillance: First of two-part story
Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper said ALPR opponents are 'misguided'

Elk Grove City Council meeting - Sept. 9, 2026 VIDEO
The presentation on Flock cameras was the only regular agenda item.

Accelerating America’s Representative Democracy Death Spiral
American representative democracy and elections were already in a death spiral before Trump’s latest intervention

Matsui and Vang turn to old and new media in California’s 7th Congressional District race
Matsui's commercial includes Democratic establishment figures

What Does Wilton Rancheria Want With Elk Grove’s Failed Zoo Property?
More backroom land dealing?

Applications open for final round of Stockton Boulevard project grants
The City of Sacramento is accepting applications for approximately $80,000 in grants to support community-led projects along Stockton Boulevard that align with the priorities outlined in the Stockton Blvd Plan. This is the third and final funding round for the Stockton Blvd Plan…

Free webinar offers information on accessible housing and home repair resources
Sacramento residents can register for a free webinar on Sept. 17 to learn about accessible housing options, home repair programs and resources that support independent living and aging in place. The City of Sacramento, AARP California and Rebuilding Together Sacramento will host…

Man sentenced to 188 years to life for DUI crash that killed five, led to Elk Grove pursuit
Jurors also found true enhancements for fleeing after committing gross vehicular manslaughter and personally using a deadly weapon

City activates cooling centers Sept. 9-11
With the National Weather Service issuing a heat advisory, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC) and the North 5th Street Navigation Center as cooling centers where residents can find relief from the heat. The OEC (3615 Auburn Blvd.) will…