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Affordable Housing Complex Breaks Ground

Jun 02, 2026 05:17PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

City officials, community members and housing advocates gathered May 14 to celebrate the groundbreaking of Coral Blossom Apartments, an 81-unit affordable housing development intended to serve formerly unhoused and low-income households.

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Elk Grove Citizen - June 5, 2026

Jun 02, 2026 05:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Affordable Housing Complex Breaks Ground

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Two Killed, Others Injured in Early Morning Collision

Jun 02, 2026 05:13PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

Two people were killed and two others were transported to a local hospital after a stolen vehicle being driven by a teen fleeing from police broadsided an unrelated vehicle in an intersection early Monday, June 1.

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A Safe Place at Special Kids Day

Jun 02, 2026 05:07PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Lions Clubs from across the Sacramento region gathered at Depot Park (16 Business Park Way) on May 16 for the annual Special Kids Day, an event designed to provide youth with special needs a safe and inclusive space to enjoy a carnival-style celebration with their families.

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City Council Reviews $491 Million Budget Proposal

Jun 02, 2026 04:43PM ● By John McCallum

City Council members received a presentation at their May 27 meeting on the city’s proposed 2026-2027 budget; a $491 million balanced budget $80 million larger than the 2025-2026 budget.

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Casino, Tribe Raise $200,000 to Support Area Food Banks

Jun 02, 2026 04:26PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Wilton Rancheria, in partnership with Sky River Casino, the Elk Grove Food Bank Services, and Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, proudly announces the successful conclusion of the 3rd Annual Wilton Rancheria Charity Golf Tournament held on May 18 at Serrano Country Club in El Dorado Hills

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County’s Recommended Budget Released; Hearings Set for June

Jun 02, 2026 04:24PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 has been released. The Board of Supervisors will begin hearings on the Recommended Budget at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 10 in Board Chambers at the Sacramento County Administration building, located at 700 H Street in Sacramento.

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Regional Safety Day Returns to Elk Grove Park

Jun 02, 2026 04:23PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Join the Cosumnes Fire Department for Regional Safety Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6 at Elk Grove Regional Park, 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road. This free, family-friendly event offers a fun and interactive look at public safety.

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Public Health Officials Report Three Additional Cases of Mushroom Poisoning

Jun 02, 2026 04:21PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) confirms three recent cases of amatoxin poisoning in Sacramento County caused by people accidentally picking and eating Death Cap and/or Western Destroying Angel mushrooms. All three cases are hospitalized for treatment.

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Elk Grove Citizen - May 29, 2026

May 26, 2026 04:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Local Parents Continue Fight for Deceased Veteran Son

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Local Parents Continue Fight for Deceased Veteran Son

May 26, 2026 03:43PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

For nearly eight years, parents Carlos and Juanita Lopez have kept medical records, legal filings, photographs and movie posters in their Elk Grove home tied to one mission: fighting for answers after the death of their son, Army veteran and aspiring actor Carlos Lopez Jr.

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Applications Open for Fifth Annual Pitch Elk Grove

May 26, 2026 03:36PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The City of Elk Grove, in partnership with StartupSac and Explore Elk Grove, is proud to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Pitch Elk Grove startup competition, celebrating its 5th anniversary as a leading platform for early-stage, tech-driven companies.

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Police Building Renamed, Memorial Dedicated to Officer Ty Lenehan

May 26, 2026 03:27PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

On May 13, the city held a brief ceremony to officially dedicate its police department building, located 8400 Laguna Palms Way, in honor of Elk Grove Police Officer Ty Lenehan.

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Art Center to Feature Ceramics by Artist Kelly Graves

May 26, 2026 03:13PM ● By Elk Grove Fine Arts Center News Release

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will present “All Your Friends Are Here,” a ceramics collection by art instructor Kelly Graves June 6 to 27. The exhibition opens with a First Saturday Public Reception from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 6.

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School District Names 11 Employees of the Year

May 26, 2026 03:10PM ● By Elk Grove Unified School District News Release

The Elk Grove Unified School District proudly recognizes its 2025-2026 Employees of the Year: 11 outstanding staff members whose commitment, leadership and service continue to make a lasting difference for students, families and colleagues across the district.

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Rivas Selected to Lead City’s Human Resources

May 26, 2026 03:09PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove City Manager Jason Behrmann has announced the hiring of Rosemary Rivas, the city’s new Human Resources Director.

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Police Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Collision on Florin Road

May 26, 2026 03:08PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On May 22, at approximately 2:35 a.m., Sacramento Communications Center (SCC) broadcasted a vehicle versus pedestrian collision on eastbound Florin Road, west of Florin Perkins Road.

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O’Con Is New Planning Commission Chair

May 19, 2026 09:25PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

At its May 7 meeting, the Planning Commission appointed Oscar O’Con as chair and Varinder Singh as vice chair following a nearly four-month break in meetings.

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Elk Grove Citizen - May 22, 2026

May 19, 2026 05:23PM ● By MPG Staff

O’Con Is New Planning Commission Chair

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County Adopts E-Bike Ordinance to Protect Parks, Recreation Facilities

May 19, 2026 04:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

At its Tuesday, May 12 meeting, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a set of ordinance changes recommended by Sacramento County Regional Parks designed to better protect park users, park and recreation facilities and natural areas from the growing impacts of Class 3 e-bikes, e-motorcycles, dirtbikes, quads and unauthorized trail building.

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Mixer Celebrates a Night to Give Back

May 19, 2026 02:59PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local nonprofit organizations and community advocates were recognized in April during “A Night to Celebrate Those Who Give Back,” an event hosted by Life & Libations at Raw Sushi Bar and Lounge, 8280 Elk Grove Blvd.

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Council Approves Business Camera Usage, ADA Compliance Programs

May 19, 2026 02:55PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council unanimously approved resolutions at its May 13 meeting adopting the integration of business surveillance cameras into the city Police Department’s camera system, along with a new funding program for businesses wishing to provide additional coverage, and a new program providing funding to help small businesses upgrade and meet American With Disabilities Act access requirements.

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Zachariah Wooden’s Campaign for Affordability

May 19, 2026 02:53PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Republican candidate Zachariah Wooden said his 2026 campaign for California’s Congressional District 7 is driven by his firsthand experience with the state’s rising cost of living and a desire to bring what he called a “fresher perspective” to Washington ahead of the June 2 primary election.

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District Graduation Ceremony Schedule Highlighted

May 19, 2026 02:52PM ● By Elk Grove Unified School District News Release

With the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year quickly approaching, graduation season is once again in full swing.

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City Announces Trail Closures though June 12

May 19, 2026 02:50PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Weekday trail maintenance is under way at various locations throughout the city through June 12. This work is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and includes repairs, crack sealing and seal coating to improve long-term trail conditions.

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Police Encourage Bicycle Safety

May 19, 2026 02:49PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Elk Grove Police Department is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe.

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Elk Grove Citizen - May 15, 2026

May 13, 2026 10:25AM ● By MPG Staff

Bringing International Debate to Campuses

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Bringing International Debate to Local Campuses

May 13, 2026 09:42AM ● By Idaly Valencia

A student-led effort to expand opportunities for youth to debate international issues and strengthen their public speaking skills is gaining momentum across high school campuses in Elk Grove.

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‘Paint the Grove’ Festival Starts New Chapter for Arts

May 13, 2026 09:34AM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Paint the Grove, the City of Elk Grove’s inaugural mural festival presented in partnership with nationally acclaimed mural curators Talking Walls, is designed to celebrate public art as a driver of placemaking, economic development and cultural vitality.

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Cast Your Vote

May 12, 2026 04:54PM ● By MPG Staff

Voting Centers and Hours Highlighted

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Spring Palooza Poster Winners Honored

May 12, 2026 04:49PM ● By MPG Staff

Two high school students were recognized during the May 5 Elk Grove Unified School District board meeting for winning the Elk Grove Spring Palooza poster contest themed “Bee A Pollinator.”

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for Cattlemens Ranch Steakhouse

May 12, 2026 04:46PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 6 to welcome the new Cattlemens Ranch Steakhouse location to the local business community.

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Ralph Nwobi Pitches Common Sense

May 12, 2026 04:28PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Congressional Candidate Campaigns Affordability, Stability and Reform

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Honoring Fallen Service Members on Memorial Day

May 12, 2026 04:26PM ● By Cosumnes Community Services District News Release

Community members are invited to the annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Walk for Veterans on Monday, May 25 to honor fallen U.S. military service members.

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