Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank
Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.
Sacramento Mourns Loss Of Spiritual Leader Dr. Ephraim Williams
Sacramento mourns the loss of Dr. Ephraim Williams, a spiritual giant who built a thriving church and community.
REI Co-op announces lineup of new store openings in Northern California
Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op announced its lineup of 2025 store openings that included some locations in Northern California. The new openings are a part of the
Sacramento Poetry Week to Transform City into a Lyrical Wonderland with Free Events and Contests
Sacramento Poetry Week, led by Poet Laureate Andru Defeye, features events like open mics and educational sessions from Oct. 20-26.
Fire Alert as Sacramento and Northern Sierra Foothills Under Red Flag Warning Until 5 PM Today
NWS Sacramento warns of critical fire weather in Northern California, with a Red Flag Warning due to gusty winds and low humidity.
New program helps Sacramento creatives launch their businesses
Micah Kearns packed his life into his van after selling his Sacramento home in 2021. He made his way to the East Coast, and one fateful day, he decided to go to IKEA. After meandering through the store he made it to the light section and decided to play around with lamps.
Harris vs. Trump competition tests California’s image among swing state voters
Nevertheless California’s size, uniqueness and global cultural impact ... if the state doesn’t side with farmers in the decades-long conflict over flows in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. A few days before the rally, Newsom predicted that Trump ...
California’s Proposition 36 brings in big donations
Lots of money is rolling in to campaigns for and against a California ballot measure that would increase penalties for retail theft and drug-related crimes.
At least 2 skunks test positive for rabies after Sacramento Zoo visitor bitten
Health officials say several skunks have tested positive for rabies after a Sacramento Zoo visitor was bitten by one this week. The person was bitten by a skunk on Oct. 15, according to Sacramento County Public Health.
Major Injuries Reported in Multi-Vehicle Accident on I-80 in West Sacramento
West Sacramento, CA. – Major injuries were reported in a multi-vehicle accident that took place Friday night in West Sacramento, the California Highway Patrol said. At around 9:40 p.m., authorities received reports of a multi-vehicle collision on westbound Interstate 80 just west of the Enterprise Boulevard on-ramp.
Ventura teen finds her voice lobbying for bill on AI child abuse
Kaylin Hayman, 17, testified in Sacramento for a bill that outlaws AI-generated images of child sexual abuse. She was a victim in a similar case.
Sacramento Report: The Firefighters Who Want to Torch Carl DeMaio’s Assembly Campaign
A statewide PAC is bringing in big donations to keep the provocative Republican, Carl DeMaio, out of state government.
California Blackouts Begin for 5,400 Customers on Fire Threats
California utility giant PG&E Corp. started cutting power supplies to reduce the chances of the company’s equipment igniting wildfires amid gusty winds and dry conditions. Most Read from BloombergInside the ‘Utopias’ of Mexico CityOne City’s Plan to Re-Link a Neighborhood That Robert Moses DividedChicago Should Consider Furloughs,
California launches first-ever community-based flood program
The California Department of Insurance (CDI) has announced the launch of a community-based flood program that will provide payouts if floodwaters reach a predetermined level.
Brickbat: Colorblind Cash
Officials in Sacramento County, California, have unveiled a plan to help families of black and Native American children. And only the families of black
Woman went wrong way on U.S. 30 in three-vehicle crash
A driver involved in a crash with two semi-trucks Wednesday traveled the wrong way on U.S. Route 30, an Ohio State Highway Patrol officer said.
Sacramento CHP issues 100+ citations during US-50 morning enforcement
Sacramento area California Highway Patrol offices heavily patrolled US-50 on Thursday morning to combat speeding and hazardous driving on the highway. Officers with the East
California Continues Progressive Policies, With Restraint, in Divisive Election Year
Special to The OBSERVER SACRAMENTO, Calif. — This year, Gov. Gavin Newsom affirmed abortion access, calling California
Sacramento City Council Unanimously Approves $1.5 Million for North 5th Street Navigation Center to Support Homeless
The Sacramento City Council approved $1.5 million in funding for a local homeless support center, the North 5th Street Navigation Center, extending operations for five months.
Money behind the curtain: Examining the political action committees and independent expenditures that impact the Sacramento mayor’s race
Special to The OBSERVER Sometimes the checks written to a political candidate in a race do not tell the story.
Sacramento Embraces Cultural Harmony with New 'Hanami' Art Installation at Waterfront Park
Sacramento is set to unveil 'Hanami' public art at the Waterfront Park on October 23 with an event featuring creators and cultural performances.
California cities’ move to tax streaming services undermines transparency and innovation
California cities seek to extend utility user tax to streaming services, leading to double taxation and stifling innovation in the streaming industry.
Red Flag Warning Issued for Northern California Amid Critical Fire Weather Conditions
The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for Northern California due to fire risk from gusty winds and low humidity.
The Sacramento SPCA Welcomes Jennifer Brent as the New Chief Executive Officer
The Sacramento SPCA announced today the appointment of Jennifer Brent as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective4, 2024. Brent joins
Suspects in California Burglary Lead Police on High-Speed Chase from Fairfield to Sacramento; Standoff Ensues
Burglary suspects led police on a high-speed chase from Fairfield to a Sacramento neighborhood, with a standoff ensuing.
Earthquake simulator rocks Sacramento State students, teaching importance of preparedness
Feeling a large-scale earthquake in a safe setting. That’s what students, staff and visitors at Sacramento State experienced Wednesday as the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services brought its mobile earthquake simulator to campus.
Musk's SpaceX sues California panel over alleged political bias in rocket launch decision
SpaceX sued the California Coastal Commission seeking a court ruling that would block the agency from regulating SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launch program at Vandenberg Space Force Base in Santa Barbara. The Air Force has proposed increasing the number of launches SpaceX can perform at the base from 36 to 50.
City of Sacramento expects more budget cuts next year. Here’s how the public can give input
The City of Sacramento survey asks for feedback on priorities and ways to balance the budget, including making cuts to certain departments and programs.
California Agriculture Museum Curates Groundbreaking History of Farm Technology
When the museum received a 1906 Best 110 HP steam tractor in 2012, its arrival warranted a press release. Described as the “monarch of the fields,” it was a massive machine weighing in at 34,000 pounds with 8-foot-diameter rear wheels and a water tank that held up to 940 gallons of water.
Northern California Braces for Weather Whiplash, From Light Showers to Red Flag Fire Conditions
Northern California braces for scattered rain followed by critical fire weather conditions later in the week due to gusty winds and low humidity.
Sacramento Part-Time M.B.A. Marks 30 Years
Rising out of the ashes of the recession, the UC Davis Graduate School of Management, or GSM, launched the Working Professional MBA program in Sacramento to expand access to top-quality management education in the capital region.
Sacramento City College Was Once the Only College Between Stockton and Chico
For a long time, Halligan says, “Sacramento City was the only college between Chico Normal School up north, which became Chico State, and the College of the Pacific, which became University of the Pacific.” After a brief pause, he laughs and says, “Can you imagine?”
Northern California forecast: Showers for some Wednesday, dry north wind Friday
A gusty north wind will develop Thursday evening and last through Friday. Peak wind gusts may reach 40 mph in the Sacramento Valley, San Joaquin Valley as well as the delta and coastal mountains. The combination of wind and dry air will elevate the risk for wildfires across the region.
WEUSI builds campus unity and community at Sacramento State
Solving Sacramento Darting around Sacramento State’s Union Serna Plaza, Ajamu Lamumba moved swiftly to help the next band set up on
Northern California Skies Grace Spectators With Rare Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Visible Next to Venus
Stargazers in Northern California have a rare chance to see Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, which astronomers say won’t return for another 80,000 years. The comet has recently become visible to residents, even without telescopes or binoculars, after sunset near the planet Venus.
Sacramento Valley Enjoys Seasonal Climes Before Expected Light Rain, Fire Weather Watch Issued for NorCal
NorCal experiences calm weather with normal temperatures and dry conditions, but a midweek system could bring cooler temperatures and light rain.