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Published May 22City, County and regional partners move forward with framework to strengthen regional collaboration on housing and homelessness
The Sacramento City Council recently took action to support a new partnership that would bring together elected officials from local jurisdictions and the Sacramento Continuum of Care (CoC) to help guide regional housing and homelessness efforts. The action taken on April 28…
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Published May 21City of Sacramento names Ty Smith as new City Historian
A new chapter is beginning at the Center for Sacramento History. Ty Smith will begin serving as Sacramento’s new City Historian on June 1, bringing more than two decades of experience in public history, museum leadership, interpretation and education through his work with…
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Published May 21Help prevent fires this Memorial Day
As the weather gets warmer, potential for fires can increase. By disposing of your waste properly, you can help prevent a fire before it starts. The City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division has a few tips for residents on how to be safe when disposing of charcoal briquettes, as…
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Published May 21City building inspectors use virtual software to boost permit inspection efficiency
Building inspections for qualifying projects are now conducted virtually by the City’s Community Development Department using VuSpex software, creating a more efficient process for both customers and inspectors. Contractors and homeowners can now select a virtual inspection time,…
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Published May 20Free Dump Day returns June 6 for Sacramento residents
Need to get rid of household junk, old electronics, or household hazardous waste? On Saturday, June 6 from 8-11 a.m., residents can bring their household bulky waste to the Sacramento Recycling and Transfer Station (8491 Fruitridge Road) for free disposal. The entrance is on 84th…
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Published May 18USA Swimming event brings elite competition to North Natomas Aquatic Complex
Sacramento will welcome many of the world’s top swimmers this week as the 2026 TYR Pro Swim Series comes to the North Natomas Aquatics Complex May 20–23. The North Natomas Aquatics Complex has become one of the region’s top competition venues, featuring Olympic-caliber pools,…
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Published May 18Sacramento celebrates National Public Works Week, honors employees and award recipients
The City of Sacramento is recognizing National Public Works Week, May 17–23, by celebrating the employees who maintain critical infrastructure, improve neighborhoods and deliver essential services residents rely on every day. Sponsored annually by the American Public Works…
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Published May 15Give a dog a loving home during Front Street’s free adoption weekend
Front Street Animal Shelter is at critical capacity, and in an effort to place more dogs into loving homes and create urgently needed kennel space, all dog adoption fees are waived now through Sunday, May 17. As the City of Sacramento’s municipal shelter, Front Street receives…
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Published May 15CORE Summit brings together cannabis industry leaders, entrepreneurs and advocates in Sacramento
The inaugural CORE Summit brought together cannabis business owners, social equity operators, advocates, regulators and community members earlier this month at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. Hosted by the City’s Office of Cannabis Management, the two-day event provided…
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Published May 14Sacramento Police to conduct DUI checkpoint May 15
The Sacramento Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence checkpoint Friday night within city limits as part of an effort to improve roadway safety and deter impaired driving. The checkpoint is scheduled for May 15 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at a location determined…
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Published May 13Unsheltered homelessness drops in the city of Sacramento, according to latest PIT Count
The number of people living on city of Sacramento streets has dropped by 19% — a reduction of nearly 600 people — according to the most recent Point-in-Time Count. The biennial census counted 2,463 people experiencing unsheltered homelessness in the City earlier this year, down…
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Published May 13Sacramento expands automated parking enforcement to protect bike lanes and improve safety
The City of Sacramento will expand its automated parking enforcement program by deploying AI-assisted technology on three parking enforcement vehicles to identify vehicles illegally blocking bike lanes, with a focus on school zones citywide. Beginning May 13, the City will launch…