Category: News
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The City of Sacramento will receive $1.2 million in state funding to increase social equity in its local cannabis industry. The Sacramento City Council on…
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Marking a significant milestone in the City’s efforts to create a safe, equitable and affordable autonomous vehicle (AV) program in Sacramento, the City has partnered…
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The City of Sacramento has selected six companies to participate in its Economic Gardening 2.0 pilot program and potentially receive up to $50,000 matching funds…
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The City of Sacramento’s Youth, Parks and Community Enrichment department (YPCE) soon will begin its 2020 seasonal hiring, with more than 500 temporary positions available…
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Nothing about these modest houses make them look different or stand out on their blocks. They are single-family homes, just like the ones surrounding them…
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The City of Sacramento’s 311 customer service call center last week released its quarterly analytics report, which measures the center’s overall effectiveness and ability to…
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Brooks Truitt Park (aka “Bark Park”) in midtown and Bill Conlin Youth Sports Complex in South Sacramento both have gone live with free public Wi-Fi.…
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If you’ve been putting off cleaning up the leaves and debris in your yard, now is the time to get out the rake. The last…
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Tens of thousands of people are expected to participate in two marches in Sacramento this holiday weekend. Sacramento Police Department says to expect traffic and…
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City of Sacramento, state and community leaders came together at the Early Learning and Childcare Summit on Jan. 15, 2020 at the Tsakopoulous Library Galleria…
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Have architectural design ideas for the future of the Sacramento Valley Station? The City of Sacramento is hosting a virtual community workshop to obtain input…
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The City of Sacramento, Sacramento Public Library and National League of Cities on Jan. 15 will host an event to discuss challenges and solutions surrounding…
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The City of Sacramento is officially opening the new Sacramento Film Office with the hiring of its first full-time staff member. Jennifer West will be…
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The Citizens Planning Academy, a free, educational course that covers the basics of city planning and development, is accepting applications until Jan. 10 for its…
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The Sacramento Police Department is reminding people to stay safe this New Year’s Eve and keep a few things in mind if attending the Sky…
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Wondering what’s the best way to dispose of your holiday tree? Look no further than your yard waste container, said Erin Treadwell, community outreach and…
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The City of Sacramento is accepting applications for projects and programs focused on boosting inclusive economic development in neighborhoods throughout Sacramento. A new City website…
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The City of Sacramento has partnered with Berkeley SkyDeck, the startup accelerator program from the University of California Berkeley, which will bring seven startup companies…
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Big changes are coming to the Old Sacramento Waterfront. The City Council on Dec. 10 approved nearly $175,000 for the design of two projects that…
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The City of Sacramento’s Community Development Department has spent the past several months performing educational outreach to local retailers to help them prepare for the…
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As part of its ongoing efforts to improve diversity and equity within its workforce, the City of Sacramento has launched a new gender and ethnic…
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A storm system is expected to affect the Sacramento area this weekend with wind and rain likely to cause downed tree limbs and some localized…
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A memorial service is being held on Dec. 9 for fallen Sacramento firefighter Tamara Thacher beginning at 11 a.m. The event, held at Golden 1…
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More than 10,000 runners are expected to participate in the 37th California International Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 8. The annual race, whose course has remained…
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City contractors on Dec. 6 will begin assembling a large crane that will require the closure of J Street between 13th and 14th streets. The…
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Food is often an essential part of most holiday gatherings, but it can also induce the dreaded drain clog. Decadent dishes are known to produce…
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The City of Sacramento will modify its parking meter operating hours during the holiday season in select areas to incentivize residents and visitors to dine,…
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Run to Feed the Hungry, an annual 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk to support Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will be closing various streets in…
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The City of Sacramento Police and Public Works Departments on Nov. 19 will begin enforcement of all traffic and parking laws for users of shared…
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For years, Johnson’s Greenbrier Motel on Stockton Boulevard was known as a hub for prostitution, drugs and other illegal activity. Now, the once-troubled property has…
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More than 250 people participated in the “Women in the Workplace: Gender Equity, Diversity & Inclusion” event held Nov. 6 at Sacramento City Hall. The…
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The City of Sacramento’s 9th annual Veterans Day parade will take place this Monday, Nov. 11, with a special salute to women who have served…
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New freeway ramp meters, installed by Caltrans at more than a dozen locations in Sacramento, could affect locals commuters starting Monday, Nov. 4. The new…
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The City of Sacramento on Nov. 6 will begin accepting applications for a new pilot program called “Economic Gardening 2.0,” which pairs local companies with…
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The City of Sacramento’s Public Works Department wants your thoughts on a new plan that could make downtown streets safer and more comfortable for pedestrians,…
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Fremont Park in midtown Sacramento this week became the first City of Sacramento park to offer free Wi-Fi to the public. The free Wi-Fi, part…
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The City of Sacramento worked diligently Sunday to respond to calls for service as a massive windstorm continued to whip through Northern California. The City’s…
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As part of the national education campaign Imagine a Day Without Water, the City of Sacramento’s Department of Utilities is hosting Water Discovery Day on Oct.…
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The cities of Sacramento and West Sacramento have announced that two names have been selected for an art project that renames two important spots along…
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The City of Sacramento Department of Utilities earlier this month received the 2019 EPA WaterSense Excellence Award for Excellence in Education and Outreach at the…
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At 10:17 a.m. on Oct. 17, the City of Sacramento will conduct a test of its emergency notification system. More than 77,000 residents within the…
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The City of Sacramento on Saturday, Oct. 19 will hold its second annual flood-ready exposition, the Highwater Jamboree, which promises to be a fun and…
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On Oct. 14, the City will offer $500,000 in grants to support organizations that help start-up businesses and entrepreneurs in Sacramento. Called “Innovation Grants,” the…
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City of Sacramento Emergency Management and Department of Utilities officials have responded to requests for aid from two northern California agencies effected by a “public…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting non-profit organizations to apply for a grant from the Ann Land and Bertha Henschel Memorial Fund. More than $140,000…
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The Sacramento Metro Arts Commission is inviting writers living in Sacramento County to submit an application to become the next official poet of Sacramento. Called…
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In a first-of-its-kind agreement for Sacramento, the City has partnered with Numotion, a company that provides wheelchairs and mobility aid to people with disabilities. Per…
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The City of Sacramento, with support from the Downtown Sacramento Partnership and members of the Ali Youssefi family, on Oct. 3 officially renamed the plaza…
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Developers, retailers and business group representatives on Oct. 3 are set to participate in an economic tour of City Council District 8, which includes the…
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After eight years of running Front Street Animal Shelter, manager Gina Knepp has decided to retire, leaving behind a legacy of improvements at the organization.…
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An innovative new program that allows local youth to ride free on Sacramento Regional Transit buses and trains kicked off Oct. 1 with a celebration…
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The U.S. Attorney, the FBI and the Sacramento Police Department today released their findings regarding the fatal officer-involved shooting of Stephon Clark. Their investigations found…
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A section of 2nd Avenue between 34th Street and Broadway will be closed to vehicular traffic Sept. 25-29 as the City studies surrounding traffic patterns…
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A new City project will close a railroad crossing on C Street between 19th and 20th streets to enhance cyclist, pedestrian and vehicular safety in…
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The City of Sacramento on Oct. 19 will hold its second annual flood preparedness event, recently renamed the Highwater Jamboree. Attendees will be able to…
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The Sacramento Police Department recently promoted two staff to work as public information officers, the main position that oversees communications to the public and acts…
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The City of Sacramento has agreed to a partial settlement of Clark v. City of Sacramento for the amount of $2.4 million. Statement from City Attorney Susana…
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The Sacramento Urban Search and Rescue Task Force, which includes 23 members from the Sacramento Fire Department, has been activated to assist with emergency response…
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A new life soon could come to an abandoned City tree nursery in South Sacramento. The City this summer asked interested parties for informal ideas…
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City of Sacramento Animal Control on Aug. 4 responded to the 1400 block of Wacker Way in South Sacramento to a report of multiple dead…
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The City recently completed the installation of nearly 400 signs that display reduced speed limits around schools in Sacramento. The change comes from a Council…
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Sacramento Poet Laureate Indigo Moor is hosting a special event called “Renegade Literati” at City Hall on Friday, Aug. 30. The event is part of…
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City Council on Tuesday, Aug. 20 celebrated the Sacramento Fire Department for being recognized as a highly competent first responder to cardiac emergencies by the…
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Semi-autonomous robot could change how food is delivered to Sacramentans in pilot project An expected increase in the online food delivery market means the potential…
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The Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission is pleased to announce that a new round of grants and one new artist residency program totaling $725,000 will be…
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The City of Sacramento’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division is proposing a rate increase for garbage, recycling, and yard waste services. Residents are invited to…
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While triple-digit days aren’t unusual in Sacramento, they can become uncomfortable or dangerous for some people, especially when the extreme heat persists over an extended…
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Renters in Sacramento now have more safety and stability when it comes to their homes. The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday adopted the Tenant Protection…
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Triple-digit temperatures are expected to return to Sacramento this week. According to the National Weather Service, the city will see a high of 103 on…
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The City of Sacramento announced that SAFE Credit Union is the naming sponsor of the Convention Center Complex Project. The names of the two buildings,…
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The 36th Annual National Night Out will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 across neighborhoods of Sacramento and the U.S. Every year, local communities…
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Recent coyote sightings in the city of Sacramento have some residents asking if they should be worried. Absolutely not, said Jace Huggins, animal control officer…
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Dressed in blue polo shirts, 86 high school students shared their internship experience during a presentation on July 30 at a special City Council meeting.…
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One of the worst feelings in the world is when a beloved pet goes missing. Owners experience a special brand of fear, frustration and helplessness,…
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Temperatures in the City are expected to heat up this weekend. With Sacramento experiencing triple-digit heat, some have asked if the City will be opening…
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The City of Sacramento’s fleet division was recognized by Government Fleet as one of the top four leading government fleets in North America. The top…
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The City of Sacramento will recognize Jim-Denny’s in a special presentation that celebrates the historic restaurant’s 85th anniversary. Councilmember Steve Hansen, who represents the district…
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The City of Sacramento just got a little bigger. The City recently completed the annexation of an area known as the Panhandle, a narrow piece…
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This summer, the City is hosting a series of 10 community workshops as part of the Sacramento 2040 General Plan Update. The Sacramento 2040 General…
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The City of Sacramento Youth Commission is currently accepting applications to fill several vacant commission seats. The Sacramento Youth Commission is a legislative body that…
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It’s only been a few short weeks since the City announced that more electric scooters are coming, and already more residents and visitors are taking…
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Northern California experienced a record-setting winter of rain and snow, which continued into spring. Sacramento, for example, saw its wettest May in 71 years. But…
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The City of Sacramento’s Fireworks Mitigation Task Force has had a busy few weeks. Operating from June 1 through July 5, the task force’s main…
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Here’s something you’ll want to avoid this July 4: flaming hot garbage. “Garbage loads can easily catch fire if residents don’t ensure hot coals and…
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To visit the City of Sacramento’s old Tree & Plant Nursery is to take a step back in time. Situated behind an unassuming chain link…
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The California State Assembly has declared July as “Parks Make Life Better Month.” For the entire month, the City’s Youth Parks and Community Enrichment department…
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At 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, the City of Sacramento will conduct a test of its emergency notification system. More than 77,000 residents within…
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The Sacramento City Council on June 25 adopted a resolution to fly the Pride flag at City Hall in support of the LGBTQI community. A…
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Construction of the McKinley Water Vault, the underground storage tank that will hold combined storm water and wastewater during big storms, is underway. To make…
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It’s the busiest time of year for the City of Sacramento’s Front Street Animal Shelter. “Every July, we see a huge influx of animals scared…
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Sacramento Steps Forward, the non-profit agency that coordinates homeless resources in the region, on Wednesday released its 2019 Point-in-Time Count, a census that measures the…
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that major levee improvement construction in the Lower Natomas Basin will require extended road closures on Garden Highway beginning…
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Improved traffic operations, enhanced safety and better access to the Sacramento Northern Bike trail are some of the benefits of the new Rio Linda Bridge,…
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“We are heartbroken for the loss of Tara O’Sullivan, an officer who served our community and the Sacramento Police Department with honor, integrity and commitment.…
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City to launch proactive safety education in the coming weeks Beginning Wednesday, June 19, Uber, known for its popular JUMP electric bikes and scooters, will…
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Sparked by illegal fireworks, the blaze spread quickly in a North Sacramento field. Within minutes, the Sacramento Fire Department was on scene. “The amount of…
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Each year, pets get sick and die in hot cars. Owners often plan to “be right back,” but when they become distracted or their errand takes longer than…
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Celebrate the kickoff to summer at all City pools Friday, June 14. Every pool will be open for recreational swimming and admission is only $1.…
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Sacramento customers are highly satisfied with the City’s garbage, recycling, yard waste and household junk pick up service according to a recent satisfaction survey. Periodically…
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Sacramento native LeVar Burton returned to his hometown Tuesday to have a park in Meadowview named after him. The City Council also honored him with…
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A giant light fixture that long has graced Sacramento’s Community Center Theater now has a brighter future ahead of it, thanks to the work of…
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It’s official: The first heat wave of the season has arrived in Sacramento. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Monday, June…
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The Sacramento LGBT Community Center will host its annual Sacramento Pride event this weekend from June 8 to 9. The two-day event kicks off with…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with the Sacramento Regional Conservation Corps, is holding a pair of tire amnesty events in June. Sacramento residents can…
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Join the City of Sacramento and Sac-to-Zero to experience electric vehicles in person at a free, family-friendly event Saturday, June 8. Interact with interesting exhibits…
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The Sacramento City Council on June 4 approved a resolution establishing a 15-mph speed limit near 115 public, private and charter schools within the City…
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District 8 Councilmember Larry Carr and the City of Sacramento invite the public to participate in LeVar Burton Day, which celebrates Mr. Burton, the Emmy…
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It’s a problem that threatens the safety of our community each year. In the weeks leading up to July 4, the City of Sacramento sees…
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It’s with great excitement that we announce the process to begin a redesign of our website, cityofsacramento.org. Before we begin our redesign process, we’d like…
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For the first time during its four decades of hosting Broadway blockbusters, ballets, ballads and even speakers like Bill Gates, the Community Center Theater will…
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For the average resident, an electric vehicle may not seem like a practical solution for commuting. But the City wants to change that narrative. “The…
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The City of Sacramento, City of West Sacramento and British artist Joshua Sofaer are inviting people to participate in the creation of a unique public…
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Dr. Mark A. Ocegueda, assistant professor at Sacramento State University, will present his new book “Mexican American Baseball in Sacramento” at the Center for Sacramento History…
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New seats, improved lighting and acoustical elements are just some of the upgrades that were done to the newly renovated Memorial Auditorium. “During the whole…
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Monday. It’s the busiest day of the week for 311, the City of Sacramento’s primary customer help line. An average weekday produces around 700 calls…
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The four-alarm fire at the Blue Diamond almond factory started around 9:30 p.m. Monday. By 11:45 p.m., thanks to the effort of more than 100…
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A teen space at the North Natomas Library will be named after librarian Amber Fawn Wooton-Clark, who who died tragically at the library last December.…
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The story behind Front Street Animal Shelter’s viral “Pettlebell” video The Front Street Animal Shelter is known for getting creative in its efforts to save…
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If you are looking to build a career with your local government, then it is time to consider a job with the City of Sacramento.…
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City encourages residents and visitors to plan ahead The City of Sacramento encourages motorists to plan for this year’s AMGEN Tour of California bicycle race,…
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The City in partnership with EVgo, an electric vehicle (EV) charging station operator, unveiled the City’s first-ever curbside high-powered charging plaza for electric vehicles at…
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World-famous taiko drumming group, Shidara, will be hosting a free public demonstration of their explosive musical style on the steps of Memorial Auditorium for a…
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The Old Sacramento Waterfront is about get a bunch of new amenities. The City Council on Tuesday approved $42 million in funding to improve the…
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How do you feel about education, transportation or the overall quality of life in Sacramento? Now in its second year, the Citizen Survey is a…
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It’s time to dust off the bikes, pump up those tires, and join fellow City residents this May during the Sacramento region’s annual May is Bike…
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Need a little more persuasion to attend BizX? Here are the top five reasons why: Flash sale alert: 50% off tickets to BizX until Friday,…
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The Measure U Advisory Committee, which helps provide oversight for the spending of Sacramento’s new one-cent sales tax, held its first meeting April 29 and…
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Wednesday is Law Day, and the Sacramento City Attorney’s Office is hosting an event dedicated to the Fourth Estate and the crucial role it plays…
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The Sacramento City Council this week unanimously approved a plan that prioritized two projects designed to help and rehouse people experiencing homelessness. Emily Halcon, homeless…
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City Manager Howard Chan on Wednesday released the City’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2019/20, which bolsters and expands core city services such as public…
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For the second year, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg is joining mayors across the country in asking residents to conserve water as part of the Wyland…
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Beginning tonight and continuing through the next eight Mondays, A&E television will be giving an inside look into how the Sacramento Fire Department operates as…
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When does the recycle bin go out? Is a pizza box recyclable? Questions like these can now be answered instantly thanks to the new SacRecycle…
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Entrepreneurs, small businesses, and industry professionals will gather on May 7 at the Golden 1 Center for an afternoon of inspirational storytelling surrounding this year’s…
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An illegal marijuana grow house in the Glen Elder neighborhood will be transformed into a family home after the Sacramento City Attorney’s Office and Vice Mayor…
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If you’re planning to celebrate April 20 — or “4/20” — by using cannabis in public, think again. While adult-use cannabis was made legal just…
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The City of Sacramento will host three visioning workshops to kick-off the 2040 General Plan Update, the City’s blueprint for how and where it will…
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Gender and workforce pay equity took center stage at City Hall Tuesday when the City Council received the annual “Ethnicity & Gender Diversity Report.” The…
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The City of Sacramento hosted disaster shelter training Wednesday, April 3 at Oak Park Community Center. Training was conducted by volunteers from the American Red…
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Whether it’s biking, light rail, or driving, Sacramento residents can now earn rewards simply by commuting how they do every day. The City in coordination…
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The City of Sacramento is becoming more inclusive in its hiring following concentrated efforts to increase diversity and equity in its workforce, a new report…
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A new ordinance will allow more companies to deploy electric scooters and bikes in Sacramento. This City Council on April 2 adopted updated regulations for…
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The City celebrates the re-opening of the Sacramento History Museum with free admission this Saturday, March 30 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The reopening…
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City moves forward with the Del Rio Trail project, the proposed mix-use trail that will run south from Land Park near the Sacramento Zoo to…
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The City Council on Tuesday voted to execute a contract on the guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for the construction of the Sacramento Community Center Theater.…
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The City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously to pursue plans for a new homeless shelter with approximately 100 beds located in a parking lot at Cal…
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How do you feel about education, transportation or the overall quality of life in Sacramento? The City would like to know. The City of Sacramento…
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Norooz, or “new day” in Persian, is an ancient celebration that marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. Coinciding with the vernal…
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Waterfront Idea Makers announces People’s Choice and Open Competition award winners The Waterfront Idea Makers, a program to reimagine the Old Sacramento Waterfront, has completed…
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The I Street Bridge will close down to cars from 7 to 9 p.m. on March 23 to host its first-ever lantern festival. Attendees of…