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Published July 16Sacramento’s historic Hackett House site added to National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom
A site in downtown Sacramento connected to one of California’s most significant freedom-seeking stories has been added to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom list of significant sites. The City of Sacramento’s Historic Preservation Office successfully nominated…
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Published July 15Explore Railyards, Sacramento Valley Station projects at July 22 open house
Learn about the projects transforming Sacramento’s historic Railyards during a free community open house Wednesday, July 22, from 5–7 p.m. at the North Plaza at Sacramento Valley Station (401 I St.). The event marks two milestones for the district: the 20th anniversary of the…
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Published July 14Stay cool with free admission this week at select Sacramento city pools
As temperatures continue to climb this summer, the City of Sacramento is inviting residents to stay cool, stay active, and enjoy everything the City’s parks and aquatic facilities have to offer. To help families beat the heat, Mayor Kevin McCarty is sponsoring free Family Nights…
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Published July 13City expands bike lane parking citations with three AI-assisted enforcement vehicles
AI-assisted bike lane enforcement has been expanded with three City of Sacramento parking enforcement vehicles, giving staff another tool to identify vehicles illegally stopping or parking in bike lanes. Following a 60-day warning period, the City is now issuing citations to…
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Published July 10Learn, create and help shape public art at free ‘Birds and Benches’ workshop July 18
Community members are invited to create bird-inspired artwork while learning about local birds and native plants during a free workshop that will help inform the design of future public art benches in North Natomas. Hosted by the City’s Art in Public Places program in partnership…
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Published July 10Homelessness Response Report for June 2026
The City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) received 2,676 calls for service from June 1–July 5 and responded by engaging people experiencing homelessness, offering services and shelter options, and ensuring compliance with City laws and ordinances. Efforts to expand shelter…
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Published July 09Homeowners invited to share feedback on ADU experience through City survey
If you’ve built an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), are currently building one or considered building one, the City of Sacramento wants to hear about your experience. Homeowners are invited to participate in a survey that will help the City’s Planning Division better understand the…
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Published July 08Sacramento Police issue 31 citations during four-hour pedestrian safety operation
The Sacramento Police Department issued 31 citations during a recent traffic safety operation focused on protecting people walking and biking in some of the city’s busiest corridors. During the four-hour enforcement effort on July 2, officers conducted 38 traffic stops at J…
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Published July 01SPD seeks community input on annual military equipment policy
The Sacramento Police Department is seeking public input on its annual military equipment use policy and report through an online survey. The survey takes a few minutes to complete and is available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Chinese, Hmong and Vietnamese.…
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Published July 01What Sacramento tenants and landlords need to know about 2026 rent increase limits
The City of Sacramento’s Tenant Protection Program (TPP) establishes limits on annual rent increases for covered residential rental units. Effective July 1, the maximum allowable annual rent adjustment will be 8.6% for covered rental units. The Sacramento Tenant Protection Act,…
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Published June 30Learn the basics of urban biking and scooting this summer with free City classes
Residents can build confidence riding bicycles and scooters on-street this summer through a series of free Urban Biking & Scooting 101 classes offered by the City of Sacramento. Hosted by the City’s Transportation Planning team, the classes provide practical tips for riding on…
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Published June 29See how Sacramento police officers respond to people in crisis
What happens when Sacramento police officers respond to calls involving behavioral health crises or homelessness? The latest episode of Ride Along follows Officer Allison Smith and her partner as they respond to two calls that highlight the challenges officers face and the…