Summer KinderCamp Open to Fall Kindergarteners

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 »

Summer Reading Program Underway

Yolo County Library’s annual Summer Reading Program is underway as of June 1 and runs through Saturday, Aug. 15. Read More »

Council Adopts Policy Limiting Immigration Enforcement Cooperation

The city of West Sacramento has made its approach to assisting federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials in their immigration control measures crystal clear — and that is not to assist unless legally required. Read More »

Fourth Annual Juneteenth Celebration Awaits

The City of West Sacramento invites the community to attend the 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 12, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Bridgeway Lake Community Park, 3650 Southport Parkway. 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 »

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 »

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 »

Service Above Self

DOVIA Awards Celebrate Local Volunteers Read More »

All You Need is Pets

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

Yolo County Jobseekers Invited to Connect at Countywide Job Fair on June 5

Yolo County jobseekers are invited to an in-person Job Fair on Friday, June 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Woodland Community & Senior Center located at 2001 East St. in Woodland. Read More »

Sierra Donor Services Recognizes AAPI Heritage Month

Honoring Asian American Donor Heroes and Recipients Read More »

Yolo County Urges Residents to Report Potentially Infested Grape Plants Purchased at Costco

Agricultural Commissioner Humberto Izquierdo is urging residents to take immediate precautions after the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter was detected on grape plants sold at Sacramento area Costco stores, including the Woodland store. Read More »

Yolo Philanthropy Breakfast Brings Community Together

More than 150 community members gathered at Hotel Winters for Yolo Community Foundation’s annual Yolo Philanthropy Breakfast, a morning dedicated to connection, learning and collective impact across Yolo County. Read More »

Yolo Crisis Nursery Named District 4 Nonprofit of the Year

Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters) has named Yolo Crisis Nursery the 2026 Nonprofit of the Year for Assembly District 4, recognizing the organization’s exceptional service to children and families and its lasting impact across Yolo County. Read More »

West Sacramento Neighborhood Retail Center Trades for $6.2 Million

Harbor Central, a neighborhood shopping center in West Sacramento has sold for $6.2 million, according to public records. Read More »

Four Years of Fighting Fentanyl

Community event continues to raise awareness, offer resources 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 »

West Sacramento Celebrates Growth

Members of the West Sacramento community filed into a bustling City Hall on Thursday, May 21 as Athletics mascot Stomper paraded around the room, stopping to take photos with law enforcement and city officials. Read More »

NFIB Details Weakening in the Labor Market

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released their April Jobs Report showing a softening in the employment market as the Small Business Employment Index fell 1.2 points to 100.4. Read More »

Baseball Trio Lands on WAC Postseason Honor Roll

Sacramento State senior right-hander Ethan Lay and junior outfielder Erick Dessens were named to the first team while freshman outfielder Sam Harry picked up second-team honors on May 19. Read More »

April New Home Sales Rebound from March, North State BIA Reports

After two straight below-average months, new home sales in the greater Sacramento area showed a modest rebound in April, the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) reported today. Read More »

Drivers Encouraged to Embrace Safe Driving This Summer

Summer driving brings increased risks, but safe choices can save lives Read More »

Solaita Selected to Play for American Samoa National Volleyball Team

Sophomore outside hitter Keonahi'ilani Solaita has been selected to play for the American Samoa National Volleyball Team. Read More »

Monster Jam Trucks to Bring Full-Throttle Entertainment to Sacramento

With its massive custom-built trucks and world champion drivers, the live motorsport event Monster Jam comes roaring back into Golden 1 Center with two shows Saturday, Aug. 15 and one Sunday, Aug. 16. Read More »

Connors Named 10th Best Returning Lineback

Hero Sports has named UC Davis football linebacker Porter Connors the 10th-best returning linebacker among this year’s batch in the Football Championship Subdivision, placing one of the best defenders in the nation squarely in the middle of a deep and talented Aggie defensive unit. Read More »

Election Leadership Featured in National Case Study

Yolo County Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Jesse Salinas, who currently serves as president of the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials (CACEO), has been recognized at the national level for his role in pioneering a collaborative governance model now being shared as a best practice for state associations across the country. Read More »

Dignity Health Invests $375,000 in Housing Projects

Dignity Health, through CommonSpirit Health’s Homeless Health Initiative (HHI), recently announced a significant investment of $375,000 into two vital housing projects in Yolo County. Read More »

Delta Counties Coalition Responds to Newsom’s Remarks at Association of California Water Agencies Conference

The Delta Counties Coalition issued the following statement in response to remarks made May 7 by Gavin Newsom at the Association of California Water Agencies conference. Read More »

Local Author Visits West Sac Schools

Local author Enrique Baeza visited West Sacramento’s Westfield Village and Elkhorn Village elementary schools on May 13 to read his debut book “That Environmental Crusader Could Be Me” to students and hand out free copies. Read More »

Sacramento Region Celebrates Signing of Water Forum 2050 Agreement

Landmark regional agreement advances water reliability and protection of the Lower American River in a changing climate Read More »

Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military and Families

Eight Sacramento area museums are participating in Blue Star Museums to offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day on Sept. 7. Read More »