Sacramento Man Denied Parole for Murder Committed Between Sacramento and Yolo Counties

On May 28, California Board of Parole Hearings commissioners denied parole to Jose Madrigal who is serving a life-sentence at Corcoran State Prison after being convicted of first-degree murder in 2008. Read More »

Board Approves Recruitment Process for New District Attorney

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors approved a recruitment process and timeline for appointing a new Yolo County District Attorney following the retirement of District Attorney Jeff Reisig, effective May 15. Read More »

Workforce Innovation Board Seeks Members

The Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board (WIB) is seeking local business representatives to join its 23-member board, which is charged with convening partners and providing policy, planning and oversight for local and regional workforce development initiatives under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Read More »

Council Gets Report on City Employee Vacancies

City Council members received a report at their June 3 meeting on the city position vacancies along with recruitment and retention efforts — a report required by recent state legislation. Read More »

ZipPass Mobile Fare App Ending June 15

SacRT Urges Riders to Transition to Transit Connect Read More »

Jordan Fisher Rated Nation’s 8th Best Returning Running Back by Hero Sports

Hero Sports has placed UC Davis football senior running back Jordan Fisher among the country’s best backs, rating the Aggie tailback as the eighth-best returning running back in the Football Championship Subdivision as part of their 2026 FCS previews. Read More »

Women’s Tennis Adds Reigning Horizon League Player of The Year For 2026-27

Belgium’s Nel Van Hout, the reigning Horizon League Player of the Year, has announced that she will continue her academic and athletic career with the Sacramento State women’s tennis program, Head Coach Sophie Breault announced June 2. Read More »

Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success Read More »

Republic FC Unveils Plans to Celebrate the World’s Game This Summer

The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America this summer, and Sacramento Republic FC is making sure the region has a front-row seat. From a free Downtown kick-off party to a two-day street festival in the heart of the city, the Indomitable Club is going all-in to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event right here in the Capital City. Read More »

Pony Express National Re-Ride Departs June 15

Historic 1,900-Mile Journey to Feature America 250 Celebration Read More »

Tuleyome Tale: Me, a Naturalist?

As a break from the real world, I photograph birds. Read More »

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 »