SacRT Celebrates Launch of New Low-Floor Light Rail Vehicles

Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is celebrating the launch of the new S700 low-floor light rail vehicles on Tuesday, Sept. 3, with a press conference followed by a community event. Read More »

iHealth Labs Opens New Office, Marking Significant Growth

iHealth Labs, a leading provider of digital health solutions best known for its distinctive orange-box COVID-19 tests, announced Aug. 21 the opening of its new office in Sacramento Read More »

More Than 1,200 Acres Permanently Protected

The Sacramento Valley Conservancy (SVC) is pleased to announce the successful completion and recording of its two newest conservation projects, spanning six separate properties Read More »

Board of Supervisors Adopt Infill Program

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 20 to adopt the County’s Infill Program Update and directed staff to implement certain actions identified in the plan to accelerate the Program Read More »

Explore County Parks with Agents of Discovery

Agents of Discovery, an interactive, augmented reality game, is now available at two Sacramento County Regional Parks: Gibson Ranch Regional Park and River Bend Park Read More »

Soroptimists Receive Proclamation, Celebrate 15 Years

Rancho Cordova Mayor David Sander presented the Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova/Gold River Club with a proclamation honoring their 15-year anniversary and service to the Rancho Cordova area at the Aug. 5 City Council meeting Read More »

Eagle Rescue Heroes Saluted

Two professional tree climbers have been recognized for their heroism in rescuing a fallen bald eaglet last April Read More »

‘Team Hope Walk’ Raises Needed Funds

The Northern California Chapter of the Huntington's Disease Society of America will host the Sacramento Team Hope Walk on Sept. 21 at River Walk Park, 651 2nd St. in West Sacramento. Read More »

Foundation Gives Graduates Construction Opportunities

Julian Aguilar has wanted to be a construction worker for a long time; he just didn’t know what trade he wanted to pursue Read More »

PAWS Mobile Clinic: Lifeline for Pets of Unhoused

Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter and its dedicated team are making remarkable strides in improving the lives of pets and their unhoused owners Read More »

UC Davis Health Breaks Ground On 14-Story Tower

Medical center expansion state-of-the-art Read More »

Non Commissioned Officers Association

The Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), a military service organization established in 1960, plays a vital role in supporting members across all United States Armed Forces branches and their families from Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento area through programs and initiatives Read More »

SacRT Awarded Three Grants to Help Connect Communities

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is proud to announce it’s the recipient of three Caltrans Sustainable Community grants totaling nearly $1 million Read More »

New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report Read More »

SB 549 Heats Up

The California Gaming Association, California Cardroom Alliance and Communities for California Cardrooms announce growing opposition with many labor unions joining in opposition to Senate Bill 549 by Senator Josh Newman as it could have a “devastating impact on public sector jobs.” Read More »

Knight Foundry Monthly Self-Guided Walking Tour Day

Historic Knight Foundry in Sutter Creek welcomes the public at its monthly 4th Saturday Self-Guided Walking Tour Day. Read More »

San Juan Unified School District Serves Free Student Meals

San Juan Unified School District announced on Aug. 13 the sponsorship of the National School Lunch and the School Breakfast Program Read More »

Free Heart Screening for Youth Scheduled for Oct. 6

One in 300 youth has an undiagnosed heart condition that puts them at risk for sudden cardiac arrest Read More »

California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply Read More »

Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May Read More »

Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins Read More »

SMF Breaks Ground on Pedestrian Walkway

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has broken ground for its new Pedestrian Walkway, a key project in the SMForward program Read More »

Help Your Pets Beat the Heat

Extreme heat waves continue to affect Sacramento County and it's crucial for pet owners to ensure their furry friends stay safe and comfortable Read More »

Capital SouthEast Connector Project’s $25-Million Funding Celebrated

Many of the region’s elected officials with leaders in public safety and transportation on July 17 celebrated the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) allocation of $25 million to the Capital SouthEast Connector project. Read More »

Rosemont Community Foundation Receives Award of Recognition

The Rosemont Community Foundation was Honored with the Outstanding Community Organization/Partner Award Read More »

Grand Jury Addresses Missile Site Contamination

The Grand Jury Found That Cleanup Efforts Will Require Soil Remediation and Groundwater Monitoring to Mitigate Environmental Impacts Read More »

Twin Rivers Unified Receives Prestigious Award

Twin Rivers Unified School District is the only Sacramento area school district and one of six statewide to receive the prestigious 2024 Unity Latino Education Advancement and Distinction (LEAD) Award from the California Latino School Boards Association (CLSBA). Read More »

Re-Imagine North Watt Project Suggestions Open

Sacramento County has received thousands of comments and suggestions about how to improve the North Watt Avenue Corridor, and they are looking for more before the end of August. Read More »

Newsweek Names UC Davis Children's Hospital One of America's Best

UC Davis Children's Hospital has been named one of America's Best Children's Hospitals 2024 by Newsweek magazine and Statista Read More »

Sac County Awarded $15 Million for Bridge Housing

Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) was notified of a conditional award of $15 million as part of the latest round of funding from the California Department of Health Care Services’ (DHCS) Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Program. Read More »

Circus Vargas Returns with the Ultimate Entertainment Extravaganza

Get ready to witness the most extraordinary display of talent and wonder under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is back with its all-new 2024 production, ‘Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration!’ Read More »

California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics and community engagement Read More »

Patti LaBelle to Join the Toyota Concert Series on the Golden 1 Stage

The Songstress Will Perform at the California State Fair Read More »

California’s first-in-the-nation earthquake warning system notified millions ahead of quake

Continuing to lead the country in emergency management and disaster preparedness, California’s first-in-the-nation Earthquake Early Warning System—launched under Governor Gavin Newsom’s leadership—provided advance notification to millions of Californians. Read More »

Monster Jam Roars into Sacramento

An unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans returns to Sacramento for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Golden 1 Center on Aug. 16 to 18 Read More »