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Published June 24Fire Department urges reporting of illegal fireworks, warns of fines up to $10,000
The Sacramento Fire Department is encouraging residents to help prevent fires and injuries by reporting illegal fireworks through its community reporting mobile app. Community members are reminded that the use of illegal fireworks can result in fines of up to $10,000. “Every…
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Published June 24Support Front Street at Drag Queen Bingo fundraiser July 2
Community members are invited to attend a Drag Queen Bingo fundraiser benefiting Front Street Animal Shelter on Thursday, July 2 in Sacramento’s Lavender Heights neighborhood. The event will take place from 7–9 p.m. at Mango’s (1930 K St.). Participants can play eight games of…
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Published June 24New Safe Camping site opens in River District, serving 100 people
Elected and City officials gathered yesterday in Sacramento’s River District to celebrate the opening of a new Safe Camping site that will serve approximately 100 people experiencing homelessness, expanding the City’s shelter and service options. Located at 291 Sequoia Pacific…
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Published June 16Front Street waives dog adoption fees through June 21
Front Street Animal Shelter is at critical capacity, and all adult dog adoption fees will be waived through Sunday, June 21 to help increase adoptions and create kennel space for incoming stray animals. As the City of Sacramento’s municipal shelter, Front Street takes in multiple…
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Published June 15Draft Vision Zero Action Plan outlines path toward safer streets
After months of community outreach and engagement, the City of Sacramento is releasing the draft Vision Zero Action Plan Update for public review. The draft plan reflects feedback from residents across Sacramento and outlines proposed strategies to reduce serious and fatal…
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Published June 12Homelessness Response Report for May 2026
The City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) received 2,303 calls for service from May 4-31 and responded by engaging people experiencing homelessness, offering services and shelter options, and ensuring compliance with City laws and ordinances. Key IMT activity and service data…
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Published June 12‘Pubs, Clubs, and Bars’ training offered for Sacramento hospitality and nightlife businesses
The City of Sacramento’s Office of Nighttime Economy will host a free “Pubs, Clubs, and Bars” training on Thursday, June 18, from 3-5 p.m. at 300 Richards Blvd., Room 221. The session will focus on fundamental practices to help hospitality and nightlife businesses operate more…
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Published June 12What should the future name of Cesar Chavez Park be? Take the survey by July 24
Community members can now share their thoughts on the future name of Cesar Chavez Park. A new public survey launched today as part of a community engagement process that will help inform recommendations for the park’s future name. Feedback collected through the survey, outreach…
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Published June 11‘Know Your Limit’ campaign aims to prevent impaired driving
The Sacramento Police Department will visit local bars and restaurants throughout Sacramento on June 12 as part of its “Know Your Limit” campaign to educate residents about the dangers of impaired driving. The outreach campaign will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. and is designed to…
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Published June 11Learn how to become a kitten foster and save tiny lives
Kitten season is here, and over 3,000 kittens with nowhere else to turn will come through the City’s Front Street Animal Shelter doors this year. Those interested in fostering are invited to attend the Kitten Bottle Baby Course on Saturday, June 13 from 12:30–1:30 p.m. at the…
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Published June 11City Auditor completes comprehensive evaluation of costs and outcomes of Sacramento’s homeless shelter programs
A new City audit, released on Thursday, found that Sacramento’s diverse homeless shelter system provides multiple pathways to support unhoused residents, however, better defined performance measures are needed to gauge the overall efficacy and cost-effectiveness of the City’s…
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Published June 10City pools opening for summer season with $2 admission weekend celebration
Summer is making a splash in Sacramento as City-operated pools open for the season this weekend with special $2 admission at neighborhood pools on Saturday and Sunday. The Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites residents to kick off the summer swim…