SacRT Awarded Three Grants to Help Connect Communities

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is proud to announce it’s the recipient of three Caltrans Sustainable Community grants totaling nearly $1 million Read More »

New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report Read More »

SB 549 Heats Up

The California Gaming Association, California Cardroom Alliance and Communities for California Cardrooms announce growing opposition with many labor unions joining in opposition to Senate Bill 549 by Senator Josh Newman as it could have a “devastating impact on public sector jobs.” Read More »

California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply Read More »

Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May Read More »

SMF Breaks Ground on Pedestrian Walkway

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has broken ground for its new Pedestrian Walkway, a key project in the SMForward program Read More »

Foundation Gives Graduates Construction Opportunities

Julian Aguilar has wanted to be a construction worker for a long time; he just didn’t know what trade he wanted to pursue Read More »

UC Davis Health Breaks Ground On 14-Story Tower

Medical center expansion state-of-the-art Read More »

Capital SouthEast Connector Project’s $25-Million Funding Celebrated

Many of the region’s elected officials with leaders in public safety and transportation on July 17 celebrated the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) allocation of $25 million to the Capital SouthEast Connector project. Read More »

Celebrate City Event Gets an A+

Sacramento City College delivers education in trades in addition to a stepping stone for higher education Read More »

Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California Read More »

Newsweek Names UC Davis Children's Hospital One of America's Best

UC Davis Children's Hospital has been named one of America's Best Children's Hospitals 2024 by Newsweek magazine and Statista Read More »

Circus Vargas Returns with the Ultimate Entertainment Extravaganza

Get ready to witness the most extraordinary display of talent and wonder under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is back with its all-new 2024 production, ‘Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration!’ Read More »

California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics and community engagement Read More »

Monster Jam Roars into Sacramento

An unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans returns to Sacramento for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Golden 1 Center on Aug. 16 to 18 Read More »

Help Your Pets Beat the Heat

Extreme heat waves continue to affect Sacramento County and it's crucial for pet owners to ensure their furry friends stay safe and comfortable Read More »

CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento Read More »

Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

The 18th Annual California Capital Airshow, Presented by Sacramento County in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento Read More »

Governor Newsom Orders State Agencies to Address Homeless Encampments

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on July 25 ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians Read More »

Sloppy Staff Work and Agenda Hide-And-Seek Taint Board of Supervisors’ 2023 Pay Raise

Missed crucial details, an uncorrected math error, and an astonishing lack of transparency are among the significant problems the 2023-24 Sacramento County Grand Jury found when it investigated the process used by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors to award themselves a hefty salary increase in 2023 Read More »

SMUD’s $10 Million State Grant Advances Long-Duration Battery Storage Technology

California Energy Commission funding supports SMUD’s decarbonization goals Read More »

Edible Food Recovery Microgrants Available

The Capital Food Access Alliance – a regional collaboration between Sacramento County and the cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Galt, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Sacramento – has released Edible Food Recovery Microgrants to help local organizations expand their capacity to accept food donations for distribution throughout the community Read More »

California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento Read More »

Local is Co-Author of Book Published by Major Textbook Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group and Co-Author, Dr. Jyenny Babcock, are Proud to Announce the Publication of 'Inspired to Climb Higher' Read More »

Continuing 124-Year Tradition of Service Under the Sea

Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Eckard, a Sacramento Native, is One of the Sailors Serving Aboard USS Henry M. Jackson Read More »

County Supports Housing for Veterans and Homeless

On June 11, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Approved the Transfer of 2.2 Acres of Land and $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding to the City of Rancho Cordova for the Development of Mather Veterans Village Phase 4 Read More »

Fighting Through Homelessness to Housing

Keri is a Community Health Worker with Community Health Works (CoHeWo) in Sacramento County Read More »

Stay Comfortable and Save Money During Heat Wave

SMUD Has Enough Power Resources for The Heat Wave Read More »

State Fair Here for 17 Days

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy Read More »

Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants Read More »

Assessor Wynn Releases Property Assessment Roll

Sacramento County Property Assessment Roll Sets New Record Read More »

Dangerous Heatwave Continues

Governor Gavin Newsom Urged Californians on July 5 to Take Precautions and Directed an All-Hands Response to the Heatwave by State Government Read More »

Sacramento Native Competes for Team Navy in the 2024 Warrior Games

Sacramento Native Will Join More than 250 Seriously Wounded, Ill, and Injured Service Members and Veterans at the Department of Defense (DOD) Warrior Games Challenge Read More »

Libraries to Provide Free Meals to Youth

Fourteen Public Libraries Throughout the Area are Offering Free Meals to Local Youth as Needed Throughout the Summer Read More »

Curiosities of the Russian River

The Russian River Stretches Over 115 Miles Read More »