New Law Limits CIPA Lawsuits

The Stop CIPA Shakedown Lawsuits coalition Oct. 1 celebrated Gov. Gavin Newsom's signing of SB 690, a major reform to the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) that will provide much-needed relief to thousands of California small businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies facing abusive lawsuits and demand letters. Read More »

Behind-the-Scenes Look at Waste Facility

Members of the fall Elk Grove 101 cohort recently toured the City of Elk Grove’s Special Waste Collection Center, getting a behind-the-scenes look at what happens to household hazardous waste after it leaves residents’ homes. Read More »

Department Graduates New Firefighters

The Cosumnes Fire Department welcomed eight new firefighters at their fire academy graduation Sept. 30 in Elk Grove. Read More »

Casino Workers Seek Better Pay

Sky River Casino workers, community allies, and customers picketed the casino Sept. 30, carrying a banner with photos of over 300 workers calling on the casino to honor its agreement and negotiate a fair contract. Read More »

Elderly Parole Process Changed

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2727, authored by Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen, D-Elk Grove, following two years of work to strengthen public safety protections for children, survivors, and communities within California's elderly parole process. Read More »

Fog Willow Farms Welcomes Everyone

Opening day for the Fog Willow Farms pumpkin patch was Sept. 26, and it will stay open through Oct. 31. Fog Willow Farms is in Wilton, and it is a 9-acre, family-owned farm that hosts a seasonal pumpkin patch and petting zoo. Read More »

$46 Million Awarded to Pavement Preservation and Road Rehabilitation Projects

Fix-it-first investments focus on preserving and repairing existing roadways for 24 projects Read More »

Jade Light Signs Pro Contract With Okayama Seagulls in Japan

One of the most prolific players in program history, former UC Davis volleyball superstar Jade Light has signed a professional contract with the Okayama Seagulls, playing the 2026-27 season in the Japan SV.League. Read More »

Republic FC Unveils First Look at New Stadium

The Republic Preview Center in DOCO is the first place you can sit, see and feel what’s coming to Republic Stadium at The Railyards Read More »

FAA Awards Contract for New Air Traffic Control Tower at SMF

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded a design-build contract to Walsh Federal LLC for a new air traffic control tower at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Read More »

Seymour Awarded PCL Pitcher of the Year

Seymour and Whisenhunt Named 2026 Triple-A Pacific Coast All-Stars Read More »

California Capital Airshow Returns with Night Show and World-Renowned Performer Lineup

The 20th annual California Capital Airshow (CCA), presented in partnership by Sacramento County and the City of Rancho Cordova, returns Oct. 10-11 from noon to 8 p.m. daily at Mather Airport in Sacramento. Read More »

SacSewer Warriors Take Second Place in Division 3

Team earns first place in Maintenance and third in Safety, highlighting the people and expertise behind SacSewer’s essential services Read More »

Yang, Alvarenga Net Big West Weekly Honors

After playing big roles in the Sacramento State men’s soccer team’s victory over UC Riverside, junior Hiroshi Yang was named the Big West Offensive Player of the Week while freshman Adrian Alvarenga was named the league’s Rookie of the Week on Sept. 28. Read More »

Startup Aims to Cut ID Verification Cost

A startup here is looking to transform identity verification by making it fast and cheap. Read More »

City Creates Home-Buying Program for 'Missing Middle'

The City Council here voted 4-0 Sept. 23 in favor of a resolution addressing a lack of affordable housing for an often-overlooked group when it comes to home buying financial assistance: moderate-income households. Read More »

Homecoming Season Gets Underway

It was not just the start of league play for Delta League high school football, but the start of homecoming season, too. Read More »

Briggs' Trip From Sacramento to the NFL

Before the University of Arizona Wildcats played the Brigham Young University Cougars on Sept. 12, BYUtv aired an episode Sept. 8 about Arizona alumnus Lance Briggs’ childhood and upbringing. Read More »

Tribe Donates Millions for Fire Truck

Wilton Rancheria on Sept. 9 presented a $2.4 million contribution to the Cosumnes Community Services District to fund a new aerial ladder truck for the Cosumnes Fire Department. Read More »

Historic School Prepped for Celebration

A historic school got a cleaning recently for a coming celebration Oct. 10. Read More »

California Writers Week in the Capitol Region

California Writers Week, an annual recognition of the talents and contributions of writers in our state, takes place the third week of October. Read More »

More Than 11,470 Pounds of Trash Removed by Volunteers During River Clean-Up

The American River Parkway Foundation’s largest clean-up of the year spanned 13 sites along the American River Parkway Read More »

United Way Invites Women to ‘Innovate and Ignite’ Foster Youth Event

Four prominent local women leaders will join guests for fireside chat Read More »

Cleanliness is Next to Godliness

Volunteers Wash 16 Aircrafts, Help to Preserve Aeronautic History Read More »

Rowing to Join the Mid-American Conference for the Upcoming 2027 Season

The Mid-American Conference (MAC) announced on Sept. 23 that Sacramento State will join the league as an affiliate member in women’s rowing beginning with the upcoming 2027 season. Read More »

SMF Parking Rate Changes Support New Garage and Customer Improvements

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will adjust public parking rates when the new Parking Garage 2 opens later this year, supporting a major expansion and modernization of the airport’s parking system. Read More »

Meet the Inaugural Next Gen STEM Scholarship Winner

During the Sept. 12 Back to School Night match, Republic FC teamed up with The PG&E Corporation Foundation to recognize the first-ever Next Gen STEM Scholarship recipient. Read More »

Celebrating Early Literacy, Family Support and Dolly Parton’s Legacy

Just one year after launching in August 2025, the Sacramento County Imagination Library has reached a remarkable milestone: Nearly 10,000 children from birth to age five are now enrolled and receiving free, high-quality books each month. Read More »

Gbatu, Jr., Connors and Jones Named Big Sky Players of the Week

Three Aggies were named Big Sky Players of the Week after UC Davis dominated Stetson 45-7 in its 2026 home opener on Saturday night at UC Davis Health Stadium. Read More »

Expanding Recovery Housing for Women

Sacramento County is celebrating the opening of Koala House 2, a new sober living and transitional residence designed to provide women with a safe, supportive environment as they continue their recovery journeys. Read More »

Ed Winkler Appointed to SSWD Board of Directors

On Monday, Sept. 21, the Sacramento Suburban Water District (SSWD) Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ed Winkler to the SSWD Board by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. Read More »

Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Program Grantees Announced

CPF, CFF and PG&E announce $1 million in charitable grants to 75 departments to strengthen wildfire preparedness, response and community Read More »