Winters bans e-bikes from sidewalks, city parks in latest safety push
The city of Winters is cracking down on e-bikes with stricter regulations on where they can be ridden.
6 bear cubs killed in Lake Tahoe area, prompting advocates to urge drivers to slow down
Wildlife advocates in Lake Tahoe are urging drivers to slow down and stay alert after six bear cubs were hit and killed within the past two weeks.
Woman attacked by otter while swimming in Lake Tahoe, receives nearly 40 stitches
An open-water swimmer says a routine morning swim in Lake Tahoe turned into a frightening encounter when an otter attacked her underwater.
PG&E uses new tech to speed up Sierra power line undergrounding
Pacific Gas and Electric is turning to new technology as it works to bury hundreds of miles of power lines across California's Sierra Nevada, a massive effort aimed at reducing wildfire risk and improving electrical reliability.
Lawmakers call for crackdown on wildfire betting
Wagering on wildfires — that's what some people are doing on some prediction markets. But lawmakers say betting on a disaster crosses a line, and they're now pushing for new restrictions to stop it.
Northern California softball players gave up smartphones for a month. A year later, they say the effects remain
More than a year after the Del Oro High School girls softball team traded their smartphones for basic flip phones as part of a monthlong mental health challenge, players and parents say the experiment continues to influence how they use technology.
Teen rescued after jumping from Rainbow Bridge in Folsom, officials say
A teenage girl who jumped into Lake Natoma from Rainbow Bridge in Folsom was taken to a hospital Wednesday after landing on her back and getting stranded on a rock, officials said.
Roseville bear sighting reported a day after Rocklin alert
A bear was spotted in Roseville on Wednesday morning, one day after police in neighboring Rocklin issued an alert about a similar sighting.
Neighbors divided after 28 mature trees removed for Bryte Park in West Sacramento
Crews are transforming Bryte Park as part of a $60 million renovation project, but the removal of 28 mature trees has left neighbors divided.
Cannabis industry says it still faces major challenges, such as access to banks
Nearly a decade after Californians voted to legalize recreational cannabis, state leaders and industry representatives say legal businesses are still facing major challenges.
Citrus Heights PD launches website that uses AI to help people report crimes
The Citrus Heights Police Department has launched a new online crime reporting system that uses artificial intelligence to help residents report certain non-emergency incidents.
After I-80 crashes and big rig fires, Placer County calls for highway safety summit
Whether it's brakes failing or starting a fire, Placer County Supervisor Cindy Gustafson says it's an issue that needs to be addressed.
Yolo County declares local emergency over golden mussel invasion
The Yolo County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a local state of emergency declaration in response to the invasive golden mussel species.
Salmon fishing returns to Sacramento River after 3-year closure as restoration efforts continue
The reopening marks a significant milestone for fishermen, guides and conservationists who have spent years working to restore one of the state's most iconic fish species.
Folsom police step up enforcement on reckless riding, illegal e-motorcycles
Folsom police say they're stepping up enforcement on reckless riding and illegal electric vehicles after a lot of complaints from the community.