Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win. Read More »

Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County. Read More »

State Legislators Name Their Nonprofit of the Year

In recognition of California Nonprofits Day on May 21st, the California Association of Nonprofits announced on May 20 the 2025 California Nonprofits of the Year. Read More »

‘We are Losing an Entire Generation’

According to the Sacramento District Attorney’s Office, more than 200 law enforcement members between Yolo, Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer and Yuba counties have participated in multiple operations to seize hundreds of pounds of fentanyl off the streets since 2021. Read More »

Railyards Will Deliver Billions in Economic Output

Economic impact analysis shows Railyards will deliver billions in economic output, nearly 24,000 jobs and unlock one of the city’s largest projects Read More »

Sac State's Kade Brown is a National Finalist

Sacramento State sophomore closer Kade Brown was named as one of 13 finalists for the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association’s Stopper of the Year award given to the nation’s top reliever in NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division I baseball. Read More »

UC Davis Celebrates Annual Aggie Awards

University of California, Davis Athletics celebrated its student athletes with the annual Aggie Awards on June 1. A total of 12 awards, six departmental and six voted on by the student athletes, were given out. Read More »

United Way Wins Two Telly Awards

United Way California Capital Region has been honored with two Telly Awards for its brand launch commercial, “Future Forward.” Read More »

CHP Says to ‘Pump the Brakes’

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has launched a statewide speed- prevention campaign to focus on one of the most dangerous behaviors on California roadways. Read More »

Accepting Applications for SMUD’s Shine Program

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards will open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations in our service area. Read More »

County Seeks Applications for Community Services Action Board

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors is currently accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Community Services Action Board’s (CSAB) for the Representative of Community-Based Organizations seat. Read More »

Join Yolo County Library’s 2025 Summer Reading Program

Yolo County Library invites community members of all ages to participate in its annual Summer Reading Program, running from June 1 through Aug. 15. This year’s theme, Color Our World, celebrates creativity, curiosity and diversity through books, activities and special events. Read More »

Meet Your Juke Box Heroes

Foreigner Returns to Northern California with a Hit-Packed Night of Unforgettable Anthems Read More »

Metro Chamber Applauds Bipartisan Collaboration

The Sacramento Metro Chamber is proud to be a founding member of the Capital Caucus Foundation, a newly-established nonprofit organization committed to uniting leaders across the Capital Region to foster bipartisan collaboration and strengthen the region’s business climate. Read More »

Hawks’ 200 Freestyle Relay Team Named All-Americans

The Hawks’ Men’s swim team record-breaking 200-meter freestyle relay team, Joel Amezcua, Chris Barbusca, Jonah Mafnas and James Pitcock, all highlighted the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) Men’s Swimming and Diving All-American teams. Read More »

UC Davis Master of Management Program Provides New Opportunities for Graduate Aggies

Not every college athlete turns pro, so UC Davis prioritizes preparing student-athletes for life after sports. A new collaboration with the UC Davis Graduate School of Management (GSM) helps to create a new pathway that extends student-athletes' collegiate careers while preparing them for post-competition success. Read More »

UC Davis Football Scheduled for Three Nationally-Broadcast Games

For the first time in program history, No. 11 University of California, Davis football will be showcased on the main linear ESPN network when the 2025 season opens at 4 p.m. Pacific Time Aug. 23 against No. 12 Mercer in Montgomery, Alabama. Read More »

Football Game Against Montana Tabbed for ESPN2

Hornets to appear on national television for fourth straight year Read More »

Governor Newsom Announces Appointments

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on May 23 the following appointments. Read More »

CHP Unleashes Six New K-9 Teams

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) graduated six newly trained K-9 teams May 22 at its West Sacramento K-9 training facility, marking a significant step in bolstering public safety across the state. Read More »

CHP Expands Ranks With 133 New Officers

More than 360 officers have been sworn in so far in 2025 as the department continues a statewide push to enhance public safety Read More »

District Attorney’s Office Holds Youth Shadow Day

High school students in Sacramento County can shadow an array of positions within the criminal justice system through a pairing process at this year’s Criminal Justice Shadow Day and Crime Lab Shadow Day, according to the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office Read More »

‘Fighting Fentanyl’ Event Raises Awareness

West Sacramento father holds third annual ‘Fighting Fentanyl’ event to spread awareness after his son’s death. Read More »

Sycamore Trail Overpass Opening Celebrated

The City of West Sacramento proudly celebrated the grand opening of the Sycamore Trail Overpass on May 29, marking a major milestone in the city’s vision to become one of the nation’s most bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly communities. Read More »

Think Together Welcomes Cobán López as Area Vice President

Think Together, California’s leading nonprofit provider of expanded learning, afterschool programs, staffing, and school improvement services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cobán López as area vice-president. Read More »

Roadwork Scheduled Near Freeport Bridge, Beginning June 2

Yolo County crews are planning to work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, June 2 through Friday, June 6, weather permitting. Read More »

Council Approves Revolutionary Project Financing Method

West Sacramento’s City Council made history at their May 21 meeting: $86.5-million worth of history. Read More »

Summer Kindercamp Prepares Youngsters for School Successes

West Sacramento children entering kindergarten this fall who have not attended preschool are invited to apply for United Way California Capital Region’s KinderCamp school-readiness program this summer. Read More »

Repair Bike, Body and Soul at Health Fair

The West Sac Bike Repair Café located at the Holy Cross Parish is a skillful pit stop that helps residents get back onto their two wheels. Read More »

Panthers Beat Golden Eagles in Breakout Game

Sacramento City College jumped out early and never looked back on May 14, beating Feather River, 9–2, on the road in Quincy behind a breakout game from Lucas Drake and a lockdown start from Brady Wilson. Read More »

Hornets Wrap Up A Successful Year

In its first appearance at the West Coast Conference (WCC) Championship as a league affiliate, Sacramento State University placed fourth out of nine schools in the final team points standings on the morning of May 17 at Lake Natoma. Read More »

Sacramento State Signs Former Four-Star Guard Mikey Williams

Sacramento State University head coach Mike Bibby announced May 1 that high-profile guard Mikey Williams will transfer from University of Central Florida and join the Hornets for the 2025- 2026 season. Read More »