Tiny beetle threatens Sacramento's iconic oak trees
Some of Sacramento's most iconic trees may soon be at risk, and the culprit is a tiny beetle capable of killing valley and blue oak trees.
Corrections officer sues state prison system, alleges abuse and hazing by fellow guards
A veteran correctional lieutenant is taking legal action against the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, alleging abuse from fellow officers.
California deploys firefighting resources in multiple northern counties ahead of increased fire risk
In anticipation of critical fire weather conditions forecast for parts of Northern California, Gov. Gavin Newsom has approved the pre-deployment of firefighting resources in multiple counties.
Families sue CDCR after 2 women killed during Mule Creek prison conjugal visits
The victims' families are now filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Suspect who broke into Sacramento-area home found inside naked after standoff, couple says
Authorities in Sacramento County said they have arrested a man suspected in a break-in following a standoff at home Monday morning.
Disabled Fairfield resident hauls trash 2 miles away on wheelchair as sanitation strike continues
With his trash can in tow, rigged to a wagon on the back of his motorized wheelchair, Adam Elsbernd said he traveled nearly two miles to toss his trash at 2 a.m. to beat the daytime heat.
California senator's homelessness bill sparks backlash from Sacramento leaders
A showdown is brewing between state and local leaders over how to tackle the homelessness crisis in Sacramento County.
Palisades Tahoe scales back expansion after reaching settlement
After more than a decade of legal battles, Palisades Tahoe has reached a settlement with two environmental organizations, agreeing to scale back its controversial development plans at the North Lake Tahoe resort.
Northern California's High Sierra Music Festival faces uncertain future amid low ticket sales
A long-running music festival in Northern California may be on the verge of its final act.
Placer County Board of Supervisors approves $1.3 billion budget
Placer County's board of supervisors approved a $1.3 billion budget for the upcoming year, and much of that is going towards public safety.
Caltrans building animal crossings over Interstate 80 in Sierra to increase safety
Caltrans is building two animal crossings along the Interstate 80 corridor in the Sierra in an effort to keep drivers and wildlife safe.
Placer County neighbors remember victims of deadly Tahoe boating accident
Thomas Smith and his daughter, Stella, were on vacation when they learned their neighbor, 71-year-old Pete Bayes of Lincoln, was among those killed in Saturday's accident in Tahoe.
Placer County steps up efforts to crack down on brake fires on Interstate 80
Placer County is stepping up efforts to prevent roadside fires along the Interstate 80 corridor through the Sierra, as rising temperatures increase the risk of brake fires on big rigs descending from the summit.
Another Placer County school district passes resolution supporting Title IX
The Western Placer County School District on Tuesday passed a resolution supporting Title IX and what they call fairness in girls' sports.
Roseville-based company hosts program to guide high schoolers to high-demand trade careers
A unique summer program is giving high school students a head start on a stable, well-paying career, not in a college classroom, but on the job site.