Beavers Take Two from Yuba, Head into Big 8 Conference Play

In what has been an up and down non-conference slate to start the season, the American River College baseball team finished on a high note, sweeping a double-header from Yuba College at Beaver Field on Feb. 20. Read More »

Sacramento County OES Supports Youth Leadership Conference

Earlier this month, approximately 2,500 middle and high school students from across California gathered in Sacramento for the annual YMCA Youth & Government Conference. Read More »

Celebrating Two Years of PAWS: Keeping Pets and People Together

Two years ago, PAWS started with a simple but powerful belief: loving your pet should not depend on your housing situation or your income. Read More »

Moneymaker Named MPSF Gymnast of the Week for Second Straight Week

For the second-straight week and third time this season, Amelia Moneymaker has been named the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Gymnast of the Week following a weekend where she hit the second-best floor performance in program history while helping the Aggies battle to a dual meet win and a season-high performance on beam. Read More »

55-Hour Lane Reduction Scheduled for Eastbound US 50/I-5 Interchange in Downtown Sacramento

Lanes #3 and #4 Closed at US 50/I-5 Interchange Read More »

California State Railroad Museum & Foundation Offer Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train

For the third consecutive year, the California State Railroad Museum & Foundation are offering spirited rides aboard the Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train on March 14 and 15. Read More »

Young Lancers Ready to Step Up

The Cordova Lancers varsity volleyball team will look much different this spring. Read More »

Lancers Baseball Is in Full Swing

The Cordova Lancers are swinging for the fences this spring. Read More »

The 1% Better Weekend

Some weekends don’t need fireworks. They need a microscope. After four weeks of sharpening edges, raising standards, and challenging our sports culture, this week we shift gears. Not softer. Just smarter. Let’s talk about micro goals. Read More »

From Classroom to Career: The Power of CTE

If you’ve ever wondered how schools can better connect classroom learning to real-world careers, Career Technical Education, often called CTE, offers a powerful answer. Read More »

A System Failing Victims

Sheriff urges vigilance, legislative change Read More »

Roaring Back in Style

’20s-themed ribbon cutting celebrates $33 million hotel renovation Read More »

City Expands Student Support

Council recognizes national initiative, expands college promise funding and explores community center sites Read More »

Flawed and Unnecessary Cardroom Regulations Put Safety, Community and Economic Vitality at Risk

Attorney General Rob Bonta’s newly finalized cardroom regulations impose unnecessary burdens that could destabilize responsible cardrooms, jeopardize local jobs, reduce city revenues and ultimately harm the very communities these policies claim to protect throughout California. Read More »

Bera Secures Over $14M in Community Project Funding

Recently, Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) announced $14,046,000 in Community Project Funding to support 14 projects across California’s Sixth Congressional District. Read More »

SCDSA Endorses Josh Hoover for Assembly

On Feb. 17, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that he has received the endorsement of the Sacramento County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (SCDSA) for his reelection campaign in Assembly District 7. Read More »

Top Concert Acts Coming to the 2026 California State Fair

Weekly Announcements Begin in March Read More »

Book Festival Returns in April

The festival will feature over 200 local authors, selling books for people of all ages, performing readings, participating in panels and introducing themselves to Sacramento readers. Read More »

20 Local Museums Participating in Free Museum Weekend

Advance registration is required Read More »

United Ways Host Nonpartisan Gubernatorial Forum

Nine United Way chapters across the state of California are bringing qualified candidates for governor to Sacramento on March 23 for the United Way Nonpartisan Gubernatorial Forum: Voices of Californians. Read More »

National Summit on Volunteer Engagement Comes to Sacramento

Professionals who work with volunteers are invited to gather in California’s beautiful capital city this spring for the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement, hosted by the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE). The Summit takes place March 18 to 20 at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova. Read More »

Bonta Finalizes Cardroom Regulations Banning Lawful Games

The California Gaming Association recently condemned new regulations by Attorney General Rob Bonta and the Bureau of Gambling Control (Bureau) that prohibit long-approved blackjack-style and player-dealer games, slashing licensed cardroom revenues by more than half. Read More »

Three SRFC Players Invited to U.S. Soccer Mini ID Camp

Over the weekend of Feb. 14, three of Republic FC’s up-and-coming players had the opportunity to represent the Indomitable Club on the national stage. Read More »

Homebuilder Association Installs 2026 Officers and Directors

The North State Building Industry Association (BIA), representing the homebuilding industry in the greater Sacramento region, recently installed its officers and directors for 2026 and recognized six individuals for outstanding service promoting homeownership at an event attended by nearly 500 industry leaders at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Sacramento. Read More »

Bob Melvin Returns to the Athletics as Special Assistant

The Athletics have hired Bob Melvin as Special Assistant, Baseball Operations, the club announced Feb. 19. In his role, Melvin will serve as an advisor to the front office on baseball matters. Read More »

Improved Information Access With 2026 Website Debut

Navigation Offers Direct Links to Key Programs and Resources Read More »

The Problem with California’s Proposed Mileage Tax

I was disappointed last month when the Assembly passed AB 1421 (Wilson) over strong bipartisan objections. This legislation sets the stage for a new per-mile tax on drivers across our state—a move I opposed for its potential burden on everyday Californians without adequate safeguards. Read More »

Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks Community Input on County Superintendent Search

The search for the next Sacramento County Superintendent is underway, and community members are invited to play an important role in the process. Read More »

ARC Swimming and Diving Shines at Los Rios Invite

The American River College (ARC) men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams opened the season in strong form at the Los Rios Invite, an early-season, non-scored meet that showcased depth, speed and promising performances across the board. Read More »

County Launches Improved 311 Connect Website

Sacramento County has launched an improved 311 Connect online portal designed to make it easier for residents to manage service requests and access County services in one convenient location. Read More »

CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Read More »

UC Davis Extends Contract for Football Head Coach

Following two seasons of national success, including back-to-back NCAA Division I National Championship Quarterfinal appearances and 20 wins, UC Davis Athletics and Director of Athletics Rocko DeLuca are proud to announce a five-year contract extension for football head coach and UC Davis graduate Tim Plough. Read More »

SMUD Boosts Rebates for Heat Pumps

Program helps Sacramento customers save energy, improve comfort and cut carbon Read More »

It's Game On...

“Game Night at the Museum” Returns to the California State Railroad Museum on Feb. 26 Read More »

When Encouragement Becomes Pressure

Parents think they’re encouraging. Kids feel evaluated. Read More »