Holly Ensoll Joins Women’s Basketball Program Ahead of 2026-27 Season

UC Davis women’s basketball has added frontcourt depth with the signing of England native Holly Ensoll ahead of the 2026–27 season, Aggies head coach Jennifer Gross announced June 9. Read More »

Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection

The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026. Read More »

Regional Measles Outbreak Ends Following Coordinated Public Health Response

Sacramento County and Placer County public health officials announced June 9 that the regional measles outbreak has officially ended. Read More »

Breault Named ITA Northwest Region Coach of the Year

The postseason honors continue to roll in for the Sacramento State women’s tennis program as fifth-year head coach Sophie Breault was named the Northwest Region Coach of the Year by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) on June 9. Read More »

The Best Game Plan? Getting Everyone Home Safely

AAA, MADD and Waymo remind soccer fans to plan safe rides home during the World Cup tournament Read More »

Summer Is Here: Keep Your Pets Safe as Temperatures Rise

Summer has officially arrived in Sacramento County, and while many of us are looking forward to longer days, backyard barbecues, pool time and outdoor adventures, the season also brings serious risks for pets. Read More »

Versatile Defender Michel Benitez Signs Multi-Year Extension with Republic FC

Republic FC announced June 11, the club has signed defender Michel Benitez to a multi-year contract extension. Per club policy, the full terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Read More »

SUN Bucks Return This Summer

Summer break is a time for fun, family and sunshine, but for many Sacramento County families, it can also mean higher grocery costs while children are out of school. Read More »

Family Health and Fitness Day Offers Outdoor Fun for All

Looking for a fun way to get active, spend time outdoors and make memories with your family? Sacramento County residents will have plenty of opportunities to do just that during Family Health & Fitness Day on Saturday, June 13. Read More »

Apply Now for SMUD’s Shine Program

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards is open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations. The Shine program is designed to improve and revitalize communities in the Sacramento region. Read More »

Nominations Open for 2026 Sustainable Business Awards

Businesses, nonprofits and community members are encouraged to submit nominations now through June 26 for the 2026 Sustainable Business Awards. Read More »

ZipPass Mobile Fare App Ending June 15

SacRT Urges Riders to Transition to Transit Connect Read More »

Ty Smith Named New City Historian

Veteran museum leader to advance a broader vision for history, civic identity and heritage tourism in California’s Capital City Read More »

Jordan Fisher Rated Nation’s 8th Best Returning Running Back by Hero Sports

Hero Sports has placed UC Davis football senior running back Jordan Fisher among the country’s best backs, rating the Aggie tailback as the eighth-best returning running back in the Football Championship Subdivision as part of their 2026 FCS previews. Read More »

Downtown Sacramento Mural Celebrates Women in Transportation

Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) and Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento recently unveiled a new mural and transit wrapped train in downtown Sacramento, celebrating the diversity of women in the transportation industry. Read More »

Women’s Tennis Adds Reigning Horizon League Player of The Year For 2026-27

Belgium’s Nel Van Hout, the reigning Horizon League Player of the Year, has announced that she will continue her academic and athletic career with the Sacramento State women’s tennis program, Head Coach Sophie Breault announced June 2. Read More »

Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success Read More »

Sacramento Launches Campaign for MLB Expansion Team

California capital unveils The Sacramento Pitch, backed by a fully entitled 50-acre stadium site and nearly $2 billion in public-private commitments Read More »

Let’s Not Just Talk About Housing Affordability – Let’s Act

For the past decade, Californians have been leaving the Golden State in droves to find more affordable places to live. We now have proof they’re making the right decision. Read More »

What’s Wrong with the Legislature Can be Explained in these Two Bills

How Can Measures Passing 78-0, 34-2 in One House Never Get a Hearing in the Other Chamber? Read More »

Sacramento County’s New 311 Connect Mobile App is Here

Sacramento County is launching a newly updated 311 Connect Mobile Application now featuring a modern design, improved usability and enhanced security to deliver a smoother, more intuitive experience for our community. Read More »

County Seeks Climate Emergency Task Force Members

The County of Sacramento is seeking community members to serve on its Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force, a volunteer advisory body helping shape the County’s response to climate change through collaboration, public engagement and policy recommendations. Read More »

CDFW Releases Ocean Salmon Harvest Tracking Tools

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce the launch of new digital tools to track the recreational and commercial in-season harvests of ocean salmon. Read More »

Keeping Street Food Safe

Sacramento County’s Environmental Management Department (EMD), in coordination with partner agencies, continues outreach and enforcement efforts aimed at improving food safety and helping sidewalk food vendors operate legally and safely throughout the county. Read More »

SAFE Employees Run Third Annual Flag Collection Drive Through June

Coinciding with Memorial Day weekend and Flag Day in June, SAFE Credit Union employees are holding their third annual U.S. Flag collection drive through Tuesday, June 30. Read More »

Suite Selection for Republic FC’s New Downtown Stadium Begins

As construction crews advance important infrastructure work, Republic FC is launching a new, elevated matchday experience, marking a new era of premium offerings in Sacramento sports and entertainment hospitality. Read More »

Metal Supermarkets Expands Trade School Scholarship Program

Awards $20,000 to Eight Students Read More »

Ten Nonprofits Selected for Inaugural Capacity-Building Initiative

Sacramento County and the Sacramento Region Community Foundation are announcing the ten nonprofit organizations selected to participate in the inaugural cohort of the Sacramento Countywide Nonprofit Partnership Initiative (SCNPI), a 20-month capacity-building program designed to strengthen the sustainability of mid-sized nonprofits serving Sacramento County residents. Read More »

Service Above Self

DOVIA Awards Celebrate Local Volunteers Read More »

‘My Sister’s House’ Hosts AAPI Fashion Show

Raises Awareness for Domestic Abuse Survivors Read More »

All You Need is Pets

The Spirit of Fallen Hero Shines on at Animal Care Faire Read More »

Nearly Half of High School Students Eligible for CalKIDS Scholarships

As high school seniors across Sacramento County make college and career decisions ahead of graduation, CalKIDS is encouraging students and families to check whether scholarship funds have already been set aside in their names. Read More »