Author: Public Information Officer
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T&Y Market has been selected as the City of Sacramento Office of Innovation and Economic Development’s Small Business of the Year, recognizing the North Sacramento…
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The results from the City of Sacramento’s latest community survey are in and available for easy viewing through an interactive online dashboard. The survey, conducted…
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Sacramento businesses can now apply to the City’s Economic Gardening program, which provides 40 hours of advanced market research consulting and up to $50,000 in…
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The Sacramento City Council on March 3 began Early Budget Work Sessions for the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, launching a month of public discussions focused…
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A new beer garden concept is headed to the Old Sacramento Waterfront. The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday approved a sublease agreement with Der Biergarten…
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The City is facing a projected $66.2 million budget deficit as it begins work on the fiscal year 2026–27 budget, as presented to the City…
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The Sacramento City Council has appointed Gustavo L. Martinez as City Attorney, effective Feb. 10, 2026. As City Attorney, Martinez will oversee the operations of…
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Still looking for Valentine’s Day plans? From Feb. 12 through Feb. 14, Front Street Animal Shelter is inviting the community to take an adoptable shelter…
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The Sacramento Fire Department is celebrating 176 years of service to the Capital City, marking a legacy that began Feb. 5, 1850. In the mid-1800s,…
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Sacramento saw fewer reported crimes across every major category in 2025 compared to 2024, according to new data from the Sacramento Police Department. Police reported…
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Sacramento City Council on Tuesday welcomed City Manager Maraskeshia Smith at her first official Council meeting, marking the beginning of her tenure leading the city…
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The City of Sacramento launched a new artificial intelligence feature Dec. 18 on its public website designed to help residents find information more quickly and…
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Sacramento residents can welcome the new year at “Countdown on the Cobblestones,” a New Year’s Eve celebration centered on a dramatic light and fireworks show…
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The Sacramento Police Department on Friday, December 12 will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. within the…
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The Sacramento Police Department, in partnership with Downtown Commons, has opened a new Bike Unit office at 320 K St. in the heart of downtown.…
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Sacramento Police seized guns, cash and a large amount of drugs during a weeklong operation that resulted in 28 felony arrests across the region, the…
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications for $200,000 in grant funding available to support community-led projects along Stockton Boulevard that align with the…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development is now accepting applications for the 2026 Innovation Grant Program, which provides $1 million in…
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The City of Sacramento is kicking off its budget development process for the next fiscal year and invites residents to participate in the process by…
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When tragedy struck, Sacramento Fire Department Arson Investigator Misty Cole did what she has always done best: she kept moving forward and kept serving others. …
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With the National Weather Service forecasting consecutive days of rain, the City of Sacramento will activate weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC).…
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the City of Sacramento’s Information Technology Department is encouraging residents and employees to sharpen their cyber skills, learn to…
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The Sacramento City Council today appointed Maraskeshia Smith as City Manager following a nationwide search, making her the first Black woman to hold the role…
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The Sacramento Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Friday, September 26 within the city…
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Local community group Sactown Makers is hosting a free Marketing 101 Workshop for local entrepreneurs, creatives and business owners on Friday, Sept. 26, at Bloom…
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Tickets are now available for “Sacramento on Film: Celebrating 15 Years of California Revealed,” a special archival screening and fundraiser co-presented by California Revealed and…
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The Center for Sacramento History will host a free public talk with historian and author Beth Lew-Williams on her newly released book, John Doe Chinaman:…
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With the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing a heat advisory, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC) as a cooling center where residents…
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Applications are now being accepted for the final 2025 StartupSac FastTrac Entrepreneurial Training Program, a 12-week in-person bootcamp designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs transform their…
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The City of Sacramento has issued nearly $3 million in fines for illegal fireworks following a joint investigation by the Sacramento Fire Department and Sacramento…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting innovative developers, entrepreneurs and businesses to submit proposals for the purchase or lease of the historic Hale Building located…
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The City of Sacramento has officially launched its new Limited Entertainment Permit (LEP), offering a more accessible option for businesses where entertainment is a secondary…
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The City of Sacramento joined a nationwide class action lawsuit in late June challenging the federal government’s decision to terminate the Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental…
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The City of Sacramento has issued $267,000 in citations for illegal fireworks since the City Council approved higher penalties in June. The updated ordinance allows…
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The Sacramento Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday, July 11, within city limits between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m. “Impaired drivers put…
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A free, family-friendly All-Star Weekend Experience is coming to the Old Sacramento Waterfront on Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13, offering games, giveaways and…
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The City of Sacramento is asking residents, visitors and community members to share their input on how to make the Old Sacramento Waterfront (OSW) a…
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The City of Sacramento’s Film + Media office has launched a new rebate program aimed at encouraging large film and television productions to shoot within…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking proposals from experienced restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and creative operators to bring new life to a waterfront space at 1110 Front…
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The Sacramento Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday, June 27, within city limits between 8 p.m. and 1 a.m. “Impaired drivers put…
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The Sacramento Fire Department is urging residents to report illegal fireworks using its community reporting mobile app. Fines for setting off illegal fireworks have increased significantly…
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The City of Sacramento Auditor this week presented to the City Council a performance audit of the City of Sacramento’s Motel Program, a non-congregate emergency…
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The City of Sacramento recently distributed 200 technology kits to community-based organizations and Sacramento State students through its Digital Equity Response Program. The effort is…
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The City of Sacramento is preparing to update its sound ordinance related to entertainment venues and events, following the release of a new report that…
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The Sacramento Police Department is seeking public input on its annual military equipment use policy and report through an online survey. The survey takes a…
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The Sacramento City Council voted Tuesday to approve new penalties of up to $10,000 for illegal fireworks and to allow year-round enforcement. The ordinance updates…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking proposals from qualified restaurateurs and entrepreneurs to operate a walk-up café in the historic Steamers Building, a prime location…
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The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday night adopted a $1.7 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025/26, successfully closing a $62.2 million deficit without laying off…
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The Sacramento City Council is scheduled to vote at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, on a proposal to expand the City’s Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District…
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The City of Sacramento has launched the Business Solutions Center, a new resource hub offering free expert guidance, funding opportunities and data tools to help…
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications for the 2025 City Management Academy (CMA), a structured learning program designed to increase transparency, build community…
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With student loan collections resuming and millions of borrowers already in default or falling behind, the City of Sacramento’s Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) is offering…
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Six local companies have been selected for Sacramento’s 2025 Economic Gardening 2.0 program, an initiative offering established businesses customized consulting, market research, and up to…
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The City of Sacramento has awarded a grant to the Department of Sound, a local music education nonprofit, to launch an innovative music revenue development…
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With more residents choosing bicycles for commuting, recreation, and exercise, the Sacramento Police Department is reminding everyone to stay alert and put safety first. According…
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The City of Sacramento launched a new Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Dashboard to accompany the proposed budget for fiscal Year 2025/26. As the City navigates…
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The City of Sacramento invites the community to join in celebrating the release of its CityStart Blueprint, a strategic plan to advance racial wealth equity…
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The City Auditor will present the results of a performance audit of Animal Care Services to the Sacramento City Council on May 13 — and…
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City leaders today joined UC Davis and developer Wexford Science & Technology, LLC to inaugurate Aggie Square, a $1.15 billion innovation district designed to expand…
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The City of Sacramento has released its proposed budget for fiscal year 2025/26, outlining its financial plan for the year beginning July 1. The $1.65…
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A City-funded program aimed at expanding homeownership in underserved Sacramento neighborhoods is already showing strong results. The CLTRE Keeper First-Time Homebuyer Program, launched in 2023…
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Sacramento residents now have a clearer window into their local government operations with the launch of a newly redesigned transparency webpage, a one-stop hub to…
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The City of Sacramento is once again offering free compost to residents this spring, helping them enrich their gardens and yards while promoting sustainability and…
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The Sacramento Police Department is increasing enforcement this month as part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, reminding drivers to stay alert and focused behind the…
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Changes are coming to the City of Sacramento’s parking meter system to enhance reliability, security, and efficiency for drivers in response to ongoing challenges, primarily…
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The Sacramento City Council last Tuesday approved the creation of a new Limited Entertainment Permit (LEP), a move designed to support the city’s vibrant nighttime,…
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Sacramento hosted a major Hollywood production early last year as downtown streets were transformed for “One Battle After Another.” The newly released trailer for the…
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As part of the ongoing revitalization of the Old Sacramento Waterfront, the historic Old Schoolhouse and temporary Ferris wheel will be removed to make way…
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The City of Sacramento received a $90,000 grant to strengthen financial coaching services for small business owners and entrepreneurs through the Sacramento Financial Empowerment Center…
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The Sacramento Police Department has received a $400,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs…
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The City of Sacramento selected 16 nonprofits, businesses and individuals to receive grant funds through the Forward Together pilot grant program. A total of $600,000…
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The Sacramento Police Department (SPD) is looking for new team members and is hosting a Hiring Workshop and Open House from 9 a.m. to 3…
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The upcoming feature film “Sacramento” has officially released its first trailer, along with the announcement of its theatrical release date: April 11, 2025. Directed by…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday voted to reduce the projected Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget deficit by $23.6 million, approving the use of prior year savings…
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The City of Sacramento received $13.4 million to settle its lawsuit alleging non-compliant work and fraudulent billing on the Accelerated Water Meter Program, the City’s…
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Following the City’s call for qualified providers to support the Street to Housing pilot program, two organizations have been selected to provide services aimed at…
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The City of Sacramento and Sacramento Police Department (SPD) are committed to the safety and well-being of all community members. California state law (Senate Bill…
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The Sacramento City Council this week unanimously approved a contract appointing Leyne Milstein as the City’s Interim City Manager. Milstein officially assumed the role on…
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Wondering what to do with your decorative tree after the holidays are over? The City has multiple options for recycling trees. The easiest method for…
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Sacramento residents can welcome the new year at “Countdown on the Cobblestones,” an event bringing music and festivities to the Old Sacramento Waterfront on New…
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At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the Mayor and City Council chose not to extend City Manager Howard Chan’s contract, which expires Dec. 31. The Council…
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The new Sacramento mayor and two new members of City Council were officially sworn into office on Tuesday, Dec. 10, in Council Chambers. Kevin McCarty,…
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This article has been updated to reflect the extension of the grant application deadline to March 10. Local businesses now can apply to participate in…
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The Sacramento City Council approved awards for six projects last Tuesday to fund organizations that help start-up businesses and entrepreneurs in Sacramento. The “Innovation Incubator…
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The Sacramento Police Department (SPD), in partnership with the Sacramento Fire Department (SFD), has launched an innovative Drone First Responder (DFR) Trial Program aimed at…
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As rain and winter weather set in, the Sacramento Police Department is asking drivers to take extra precautions on the road. With slick conditions increasing…
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The Sacramento City Council unanimously approved a tourism investment package Tuesday to revitalize the Old Sacramento Waterfront, support festivals and advance plans for a new…
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This article has been updated to reflect the extension of weather-respite operations to Dec. 2. With the National Weather Service forecasting cold temperatures and ongoing rain,…
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As winter approaches, the City’s Office of Emergency Management is urging residents to prepare for potential emergencies by signing up for Sacramento Alert, a free…
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The City of Sacramento is relaunching its popular Shop 916 gift card promotion, making it easy for residents to support local businesses during the holiday…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday unanimously approved a preliminary term sheet for an estimated $321 million in private investments to build a soccer stadium for…
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The Sacramento City Council next Tuesday is set to vote on a proposal to build a soccer stadium for Sacramento Republic FC and a live…
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The City of Sacramento is once again recruiting “community ambassadors” to build and maintain relationships with community partners and residents who represent culturally and linguistically diverse…
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Just days after launching its Public Safety Camera Network, the Sacramento Police Department successfully used the new technology to arrest suspects involved in a robbery…
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As temperatures cool, Utilities staff are reminding Sacramento residents and businesses to adjust how often they water their landscapes. From Nov. 1 to Feb. 28,…
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The City of Sacramento’s District 3 Council Office is awarding $200,000 in grants to fund exterior storefront improvements for 23 locations along Northgate Boulevard. The…
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The Sacramento City Council approved the appointment of Farishta Ahrary as the City’s new Auditor, marking a significant milestone as she becomes the first woman…
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Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye invites all Sacramentans to join in celebrating Sacramento Poetry Week, taking place from Oct. 20-26. Mayor Anne Rudin originally declared…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture invites the public to celebrate the unveiling of Hanami, a new public art installation, on Wednesday,…
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The City of Sacramento has already begun work on its next fiscal year budget and invites residents to participate in the process by completing an…
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California residents with student loan debt can now access free counseling services through the City of Sacramento’s Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), an initiative led by…
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Over $643,000 in grants are being awarded by the City’s District 2 Council Office to fund façade improvements for 34 locations throughout North Sacramento. …
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The Sacramento Police Department is hosting four free active-shooter preparedness and response training courses in in partnership with the Federal Department of Homeland Security. The virtual…
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As part of its ongoing efforts to protect pedestrian safety, the Sacramento Police Department recently issued 55 citations during a traffic safety operation in midtown…
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The Sacramento Police Department recently welcomed two new officers to its Public Information Office (PIO) team: Sgt. Dan Wiseman and Officer Allison Smith, joining veteran…
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Following weeks of daily outreach that included the offer of alternate shelter, the City of Sacramento Monday morning sent an interdepartmental team to clear and…
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Sacramento city creative entrepreneurs and businesses can now apply to participate in the eight-month “EveryDay Creative” program, designed to help grow their businesses. Building on…
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Louis “Lou” Stanfill, a dedicated Sacramento firefighter and EMT, has been inducted into the U.S. Rugby Foundation 2024 Hall of Fame. This prestigious recognition highlights…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is accepting applications for the 2025 Emerging Curators Fellowship. This fellowship offers emerging curators in the…
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The Sacramento City Council this week approved an additional $500,000 to extend the Salvation Army’s housing-stabilization program for another year. The program aims to prevent…
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The City of Sacramento Office of Innovation and Economic Development currently has four new grant programs aimed at enhancing North Sacramento businesses and bolstering the…
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The City of Sacramento is set to receive a significant boost in its efforts to enhance broadband internet access, thanks to a $38.7 million grant…
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The City of Sacramento Office of Innovation and Economic Development is now accepting applications for grants to fund organizations that help start-up businesses and entrepreneurs…
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The City of Sacramento Office of Nighttime Economy will host two free upcoming events designed to support and educate the Sacramento nighttime hospitality industry. These…
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Sacramento is set to experience high temperatures in the coming days, and residents are encouraged to visit City spray parks, pools, and community centers to…
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Summer is officially here, and for many Sacramento residents, this means celebrating Fourth of July and other community events with barbecue grilling and fireworks displays.…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with developer Wexford Science & Technology, LLC, has granted $40,000 to four local organizations to enhance science, technology, engineering,…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday voted to continue providing emergency shelter to unhoused families in motels leased by the City. As of mid-June, the motel…
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The Sacramento Fire Department is reminding residents to report illegal fireworks using its community reporting mobile app. “Just one spark can ignite a massive fire,…
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications for the Northgate Boulevard Storefront Improvement Grant Program, aimed at enhancing the exterior appearance of businesses located…
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The City of Sacramento now is offering free compost to residents to help enhance soil fertility and promote sustainable practices. This program aligns with California…
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The Sacramento City Council has approved the acceptance of an $850,000 grant from the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) aimed at expanding infant and…
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Film enthusiasts are invited to the Crocker Art Museum’s “Movies Off the Wall” series, presented in partnership with Sacramento Film + Media office and Councilmember…
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“Sacramento,” an independent film that stars Kristen Stewart and Michael Cera and was shot at several locations in the city last year, recently premiered at…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture has launched the “Creative Venues Grant” program, designed to support independent venues that are crucial to…
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Sacramentans are invited to join local officials in celebrating the grand opening of the Meadowview Certified Farmers Market, a weekly, year-round market set to provide…
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The City of Sacramento now is accepting applications for its City Management Academy (CMA), a program to educate and encourage partnerships between the City, its…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is featuring an exhibit focused on caregivers, parents, and guardians who engage in artistic pursuits during…
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With hotter temperatures approaching, the Sacramento Fire Department is urging swimmers and boaters to be cautious and wear life jackets in waterways this summer. “Our…
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Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg’s “Thousand Strong” paid internship program for high schoolers is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 session. The Thousand Strong program, which…
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In preparing the proposed budget for fiscal 2024-25, City staff is for the first time using a data tool that helps identify the effects of…
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications from property owners and tenants in North Sacramento’s key commercial corridors to receive up to $30,000 in matching grant…
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The City of Sacramento recently opened applications for its $700,000 Forward Together grant program for non-profits, businesses and individuals located in and around Marysville and…
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In celebration of Memorial Day, the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium (1515 J St.) will be hosting a free community event from 10 a.m. to noon Monday, May 27.…
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Sacramento City Council this week approved a $250,000 grant for local media outlet Solving Sacramento Journalism Collective to support the recovery of the arts and…
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In Sacramento, creativity thrives. From the bustling streets of downtown to serene neighborhood parks, art galleries, murals, and cultural events bring people together and enrich…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday voted to change the name of Pioneer Park on J Street in Old Sacramento to Mary Gregory Park in honor…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday unanimously approved a non-binding term sheet for a new financing district to build streets, drainage, and other backbone facilities needed…
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The City of Sacramento’s District 2 Council Office is awarding $1.1 million in grant funding to seven North Sacramento nonprofit organizations. Open to nonprofits and…
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Notable industry leaders will discuss how to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and the implications on business at May 1’s BizX event, the annual business…
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The City of Sacramento Office of Arts and Culture, in collaboration with developer Wexford Science + Technology, is seeking qualified professional visual artists to create…
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Entrepreneurs, small business owners and industry professionals are invited to join the City’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development and County’s Office of Economic Development…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with Sacramento County, supported over 100 Sacramento arts and culture organizations through the Arts and Cultural Nonprofit Recovery Program. …
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The City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division this spring is offering a series of free in-person backyard composting seminars to help residents learn how to…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is inviting community members to celebrate spring with a series of arts-based workshops and events led…
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Navigating debt-collection practices can feel overwhelming, leaving individuals feeling uncertain and powerless. To help Sacramentans in overcoming these challenges, the City of Sacramento’s Financial Empowerment…
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications for its City of Festivals program, aimed at supporting special events taking place within the city from…
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In celebration of Family History Week, the Center for Sacramento History is inviting the public to attend its two free genealogy presentations on April 5…
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The City of Sacramento recently launched an updated American Rescue Plan (ARP) Impact Hub, featuring new performance and equity dashboard reports. The performance dashboards provide…
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With the National Weather Service issuing a high-wind warning, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.).…