Gianna Nocetti Earns Second Big West Player of the Week Honor

For the second time in the season and her career, UC Davis senior attacker Gianna Nocetti has been named the Big West Player of the Week following a standout performance that led the No. 16 Aggies to a perfect 3-0 weekend in Southern California. Read More »

Beavers Standout at Hawk Invite

The ARC team delivered an impressive performance at the Hawk Invite, highlighted by standout efforts across both diving and swimming events. Read More »

CHP Urges Drivers to Follow Hands-Free Law as Distracted Driving Awareness Month Begins

Distracted driving causes hundreds of crashes across California each year, and violations of the state’s hands-free cellphone law remain an ongoing concern. Read More »

Reid Paskey Joins Republic FC First Team on USL Academy Contract

Sacramento Republic FC announced the addition of Academy player Reid Paskey to the club’s First Team roster. The defender has signed a USL Academy Contract, pending league and federation approval, and will be eligible for selection immediately. Read More »

Strader Announces First Piece of Coaching Staff with the Addition of JJ Wozniak

With nearly two decades of experience as a coach at the Division I level, JJ Wozniak has been named an assistant coach with the Sacramento State women’s soccer program beginning with the upcoming 2026 campaign Head Coach Tim Strader announced March 24. Read More »

Write-in Candidacy Nomination Period Begins Monday, April 6

For the June 2, Statewide Direct Primary Election, all write-in candidates for county, state and federal offices must submit a statement of write-in candidacy and nomination papers (if applicable). Read More »

City Parks Photo Contest Now Open

The City of Davis Parks and Community Services Department (PCS) is inviting the entire community to participate in the 2026 Community Photo Contest. Read More »

CalKIDS Partners with CSAC, Connecting 100,000 Students to CalKIDS Scholarships

As California students finalize financial aid applications and college plans this spring, more than 100,000 students have claimed over $50 million in CalKIDS Scholarships in the past six months. Read More »

Ryan Davis Announces Judicial and Community Campaign Support

Court Commissioner and Yolo County Judicial Candidate Ryan Davis is proud to announce over 50 endorsements from current and retired distinguished members of the California Judiciary. Read More »

Yolo County Responds to Oakdale Fire Civil Grand Jury Report

The Yolo County Superior Court has released the Civil Grand Jury report regarding the July 1, 2025, Oakdale Fire incident. Read More »

Yolo Child Rapist Recommended for Early Release; DA Urges Governor Newsom to Review

The Elderly Parole law in California allows inmates who are 50 years or older and have served at least 20 years in prison, or those who are 60 and have served 25 years, to apply for early release and parole. Read More »

Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Grand Jury says officials knew, none acted Read More »

Aguiar-Curry Unveils True Cost of Child Care Act to Improve Affordability and Accountability

Supporters say AB 1981 will help families, providers, and the economy by ensuring fair childcare reimbursement rates Read More »

Nominations Open for 2026 Golden Heart Awards

The City of Davis invites community members to submit nominations now through April 17 for the annual Golden Heart Awards. Read More »

Boogie All Night with KC & The Sunshine Band

It’s time to put on your “Boogie Shoes” and “Get Down Tonight” to “Shake Your Booty” with the original Sunshine Man himself, KC & The Sunshine Band at the California State Fair, Saturday, July 25, as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Main Stage. Read More »

Assembly Republicans Push Cost Relief as Families Get Squeezed

California families are paying more for gas, housing and everyday basics, and Assembly Republicans has announced a package of bills focused on lowering costs for working families across the state. Read More »

Wilton Ranch, Republic FC to Build Region’s Largest Sports Venue

Wilton Rancheria and Sacramento Republic FC have announced that Republic Stadium at The Railyards will be constructed as a 20,000-plus seat soccer-first venue, forgoing the original plans to grow through phased expansion. Read More »

Hailey Dommers Named Big 12 Week 7 Defensive Player of the Week

For the second time this season, Hailey Dommers represents UC Davis lacrosse on the Big 12 weekly awards as the conference’s Defensive Player of the Week, announced on Wednesday, Mar. 25. Read More »

Six in Ten Drivers Struggle with Headlight Glare

New survey finds that glare is worsening and affecting drivers, raising concerns about safety Read More »

Women’s Soccer Adds Braun as Full-Time Assistant

Janae Braun, who served as a volunteer assistant with the Sacramento State women’s soccer program in 2025, has been added as a full-time assistant coach for the Hornets beginning with the 2026 campaign Head Coach Tim Strader announced on March 25. Read More »

Grant Program to Advance Forestry Science and Stewardship

The California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Effectiveness Monitoring Committee announced the opening of the committee’s annual EMC Grant Program, inviting research proposals to help shape the future of forestry and natural resource management across California. Read More »

8th Annual ‘Music for Natalie’ Honors Natalie Corona

The 8th Annual “Music for Natalie” concert will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 11 at the G Street Plaza. Read More »

County Seeks Input on Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Action Plan

Yolo County is inviting residents, community members and local stakeholders to participate in two upcoming public engagement opportunities to help shape the Yolo County Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Action Plan. Read More »

Property Tax Delinquent if Not Paid by April 10

The Yolo County Tax Collector’s Office reminds property owners in Yolo County that the second installment of 2025-26 Secured Property Taxes was due Sunday, Feb. 1 and will become delinquent if not paid by Friday, April 10. Read More »

Caltrans Begins Construction on State Route 16 Left-Turn Lane Project at County Road 95

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has started construction of a new left-turn pocket project on State Route 16 (Hwy 16) at the County Road 95 intersection, approximately three miles west of the City of Woodland. Read More »

Library Foundation Holds Annual Fundraiser

The Yolo County Library Foundation has announced its second annual fundraising event, “Mary’s Supper for Stories,” hosted by Dr. Mary Vixie Sandy, Yolo County Supervisor, 3rd district, a longtime advocate for equity and education in our community. Read More »

Sierra Donor Services Encourages Donor Registry During Kidney Health Month

In recognition of Kidney Health Month this March, Sierra Donor Services is calling on all greater Sacramento area residents to register as organ, eye and tissue donors. Read More »

Council Approves Utility Rate Increases

Citing a need to address aging infrastructure concerns amid rising system operating costs, the City Council at its March 18 meeting unanimously approved raising city water and sewer rates, the first such approved rate increase since 2021, according to a staff presentation at the meeting. Read More »

MOW Yolo Welcomes Liane Moody

Davis-based nonprofit professional Liane Moody will take the helm as the executive director of Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) effective Monday, April 13. Read More »

Earth Day Celebration Returns

West Sacramento residents are invited to celebrate Earth Day at Bryte Park, 1225 Carrie St., from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 4. Read More »

Waymo Begins Autonomous Vehicle Testing

Self-Driving Rideshare Services Coming to Sacramento Read More »

49ers Receiver to Host Local Youth Football Camp

Calling all youth football players! Current San Francisco 49ers wide receiver and 2024 NFL Draft first round pick Ricky Pearsall is coming to Sacramento this summer to take part in a local football camp for children ages 6-16. Read More »

ARC Wins Big 8 Invite

Despite coming off a hard week of training, ARC delivered an impressive performance to win the Big 8 Invite. The team showed resilience and depth across both swimming and diving events. Read More »

Riva Picks Up Second Big Sky Weekly Honor of 2026

Junior Irene Riva capped off an unbeaten 4-0 week by earning Big Sky Conference Player of the Week laurels, helping the No. 66 Sacramento State women’s tennis team to wins over Cal State Fullerton and league rival Northern Arizona last week. Read More »

UC Davis Athletics Director Named NACDA Athletics Director Of the Year

University of California, Davis, Director of Athletics Rocko DeLuca has been named a 2025–26 NACDA Athletics Director of the Year (ADOY), the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) announced. Read More »