Cities often squabble over homelessness. A new law forces one community to try something different The California Legislature is pushing Sacramento to try a new approach to tackle homelessness The Independent UK · Sep 24
Glenn County Confirms Second West Nile Death as All 10 State-Reported California Fatalities Sit in Central Valley Counties Glenn County confirmed a second West Nile death as California reports 147 cases and 10 deaths. Who faces the highest risk during peak season? Medical Daily · Sep 21
California Woman Shot Dead in Street by Man Who Allegedly Stalked Her for Months, Police Say Shalini Thakur was shot dead outside a Sacramento Panera Bread restaurant after authorities said Rohit Rohit had allegedly stalked and harassed her for months. International Business Times UK · Sep 16
Anonymous NBA Scout Breaks Down the Kings: ‘Yeah, They’re Going to Be Bad’ Here’s what an NBA scout thinks of Sacramento’s roster heading into the 2026–27 NBA season. Sports Illustrated · Sep 12
Who is Rohit Rohit? Man who stalked woman for months before fatal Sacramento shooting Rohit Rohit, 22, allegedly stalked and harassed a 38-year-old woman for months before fatally shooting her outside a Panera Bread restaurant in Sacramento on Tuesday, September 8, authorities said. The Times of India · Sep 10
Sacramento researchers coated a retail store’s dark roof white in 2002. Its peak roof temperature fell by up to 42°C and air-conditioning energy use dropped 52% In 2002, Sacramento researchers coated a retail store’s dark roof with a reflective cool-roof coating. The roof’s peak surface temperature fell by up to 42°C, while the building’s air-conditioning energy use dropped by about 52%, highlighting the potential of reflective roofs to reduce cooling demand. But the researchers found that… The Economic Times · Sep 9
YouTuber Sues California Over Law Nicknamed After Him — Inside the 'Stop Nick Shirley Act' Nick Shirley is suing California over AB 2624, the 'Stop Nick Shirley Act.' Here's what the law does and why Latino immigrant groups are watching. Latin Times · Sep 8
California Governor Gavin Newsom lists his $7.5 million Sacramento-area mansion: Inside the 8.2-acre Fair Oaks estate with 7 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, tennis court and 5,000-bottle wine cellar California Governor Gavin Newsom has listed his sprawling 8.2-acre Fair Oaks mansion for $7.5 million, months before his second term ends in January 2027. The luxury estate features seven bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a tennis court, swimming pool, gym and a 5,000-bottle wine cellar. Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom,… The Economic Times · Sep 3
A former eBay CEO bought a 1,530-acre California fishing ranch for $12.6 million; seven years later, she sold it for $17.9 million Meg Whitman, the former chief executive of eBay, has sold her vast California fishing ranch for $17.9 million, marking the latest chapter in the history of a property that she and her husband bought seven years earlier for about $12.6 million. The 1,530-acre ‘Spring Creek Ranch’ sits in the Fall… The Times of India · Sep 2
In the 1970s, actor Robert Stack owned California acreage that included a private game preserve; his unusual landholding offered a glimpse into Hollywood's forgotten ranch culture In the 1970s, while Robert Stack was already a familiar face on American television, the actor owned an unusual piece of California real estate far removed from Hollywood's studio lots and city life. Stack had acreage in the Sacramento area that included a private game preserve and duck club, according… The Times of India · Sep 2
J. Cole Abruptly Cancels Arena Show After Equipment Truck Crashes and Kills Driver on Interstate 5 J. Cole cancelled his Sacramento concert after a crew member died in a highway crash. The tragic incident involved a semi-truck transporting concert equipment from Seattle International Business Times UK · Aug 29
J Cole cancels concert after crew member killed in highway truck crash Rapper was scheduled to perform Thursday night at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento The Independent UK · Aug 28
J. Cole Concert Called off After Crew Member Dies in Big Rig Crash While Hauling Show Equipment J. Cole's Sacramento concert was cancelled after a crew member died in a highway crash while transporting equipment. The tragic accident occurred on Interstate 5 in Yolo County, California International Business Times UK · Aug 28
J. Cole cancels concert after crew member dies in car crash J. Cole cancelled his Sacramento date after crew member Jarlath Parkinson died when an equipment lorry overturned on Interstate 5. BANG Premier · Aug 28
Reason · Jul 27 Brickbat: We Can Sort It Out In California, Sacramento officials are now inspecting residents' garbage, recycling, and organic waste bins to make sure people are sorting… The post Brickbat: We Can Sort It Out appeared first on Reason.com.
The Times of India · Jul 26 California stabbing: Five injured after drunken altercation; 18-year-old arrested Five men were injured in a stabbing following an alleged drunken altercation in Old Sacramento, California, early Saturday, and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested, police said.
We Got This Covered · Jul 21 California woman walks into In-N-Out, ends up with her wig on the floor and gets a ‘double double with extra raw hands’ Is the restaurant becoming a hotspot for such incidents?
The Independent UK · Jun 30 Southwest Airlines denies musician from boarding flight with guitar The passenger claims she has travelled with the instrument for five years without issues
International Business Times · Jun 17 Inside the Community-Centered Leadership of Odisa Nyong: Building People, Not Just Schools Raised in Sacramento by a Nigerian father and a Jewish American mother, Odisa Nyong grew up navigating multicultural identities while learning an enduring lesson about connection.
Latin Times · Jun 11 California's Newest Major Governor Candidate Spent Most of His Life in Britain Steve Hilton is running for governor of California, but unlike most major candidates seeking the state's highest office, he spent the majority of his life thousands of miles away from Sacramento. Hilton was born in Britain and built his career in U.K. politics before moving to California in 2012
The Independent UK · Jun 4 Man is charged with bringing a bomb in his carry-on bag to a California airport Authorities have charged a man with bringing an explosive device to a TSA checkpoint at an airport in Sacramento, California
The Independent UK · Jun 4 Bomb found in man’s carry-on bag at airport alongside a 15-minute timer, police say Bomb technicians examined the device and determined it contained viable explosive material
Sports Illustrated · Jun 1 Ranking the Six Leading City Candidates for MLB Expansion Last week, Sacramento officially joined the many cities angling for a major league baseball team. Let's evaluate the most promising bids.
The Free Financial Advisor · May 31 California Residents Are Feeling the Grocery Pinch Differently in 2026—and Produce Is a Big Reason Why Grocery receipts across the country continue to stretch budgets, but shoppers in California notice a sharper twist in 2026: produce costs now shape the entire grocery bill more than almost any other category. Fresh fruits and vegetables once anchored affordable, healthy eating, yet rising transportation costs, weather disruptions, and shifting…
The Independent UK · May 29 Costco puts California on high alert after damaging invasive species found on plants Hundreds of potentially infested grapevines remain unaccounted for after being purchased by customers at Marysville and Sacramento Costco locations