Category: News
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Oct. 20 to Nov. 2, the…
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Sacramento will soon welcome Sakura, a mixed-use, transit-oriented affordable housing community at 16th and T streets that will provide 134 housing units. City, County and…
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With the National Weather Service issuing a wind advisory, the City of Sacramento will activate weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC). The…
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The Shop 916 gift card promotion is relaunching, making it easy for residents to support local businesses during the holiday season. From November 1 through…
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The City of Sacramento’s 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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Small arts and cultural organizations in Sacramento County can now apply for the Small Organization Sustainability Fund, which offers up to $5,000 in general operating…
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The City of Sacramento’s Entertainment Services Division is offering “Sac Scenes & Sounds: Navigating Special Event Permitting in Public Spaces,” a new training opportunity to…
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A new section of the Ninos Parkway trail is officially open, completing a key north–south connection for people walking, biking and rolling through the Gardenland…
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Starting Monday, Nov. 3, residents will see the Claw return to their neighborhoods for leaf collection. It’s that time of year when many Sacramento residents…
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The City of Sacramento is exploring ways to make it easier for small businesses to operate in residential neighborhoods and is asking residents to share…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Oct. 20-26, the City of Sacramento…
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Sacramento musicians are encouraged to take part in the Sound Business Summit, a series of free workshops designed to help artists build sustainable music careers.…
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The City’s Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) is expanding its free financial counseling and coaching program to help residents protect earnings and assets and take care…
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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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As temperatures cool and days grow shorter, landscapes across Sacramento don’t need as much water to stay healthy as they do in spring and summer.…
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Tomorrow’s Innovators Accelerator (TIA) – a program hosted by community group Sactown Makers and funded by the Sacramento Innovation Grant Program – will culminate in…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Oct. 13-19, the City of Sacramento…
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The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday approved updates to the City Code expanding the City’s entertainment zones, which are designated areas where people can purchase…
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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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The SAFE Credit Union Convention and Performing Arts District has welcomed a new official leader. After holding the role of Interim General Manager since February…
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Sacramento’s Al Fresco Dining Program continues to evolve as City staff provided an update to the City Council last week on how the initiative is…
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More calls answered, faster response times and record engagement — Sacramento’s latest 311 annual report highlights a year of measurable improvement in how residents connect…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Oct. 6-12, the City of Sacramento…
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A new park in South Natomas is turning a once-vacant corner into a place for play, connection, and community. Thelma Park, located at Thelma and…
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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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From safer crosswalks to improved bike connections, the next phase of planning for Norwood and Howe Avenues is taking shape. The City’s Transportation Planning Team…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Sept. 29-Oct. 5, the City of…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites you to enjoy variety of festive and spooky events for all ages throughout the…
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The City of Sacramento held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Oct. 2, to mark the official reopening of the Arcade Creek Bridge following months of construction…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is presenting a new art exhibit at City Hall that highlights the voices and perspectives of essential workers…
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The City of Sacramento is recruiting “community ambassadors” to build and maintain relationships with community partners and residents who represent culturally and linguistically diverse populations and historically…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Nighttime Economy is partnering with the Sacramento County Opioid Coalition to offer free Naloxone training for hospitality and nighttime staff…
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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 City of Sacramento is inviting residents to get an up-close look at flood-fighting tools, equipment and technology during its annual Highwater Jamboree on Saturday,…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Sept. 22-28 the City of Sacramento…
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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 I Street Bridge between Sacramento and West Sacramento will close for 10 days beginning 6 a.m. Monday, October 6, through 6 a.m. Thursday, October…
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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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The Center for Sacramento History is celebrating National Archives Month by inviting the public to the 15th Annual Sacramento Archives Crawl, Oct. 4 from 10…
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The annual Urban Cow Half Marathon, organized by Capital Race Management, will close various streets in Land Park and downtown Sacramento on the morning of Sunday, Sept.…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Sept. 15-21 the City of Sacramento…
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In most cases, lost dogs can wander very far from home and can become frightened or stressed, making it more difficult for them to find…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Sept. 8-14 the City of Sacramento…
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During the City of Sacramento’s Sept. 16 homelessness workshop, Department of Community Response Director Brian Pedro presented the City Council with updates on several strategies…
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The City of Sacramento and SacRT launched SacAdapt in late 2024, a planning effort to create an actionable roadmap to strengthen Sacramento’s transportation infrastructure against…
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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 Sacramento community is invited to take part in a self-guided art crawl on Saturday, Sept. 13, as part of “Second Saturday in Natomas.” The…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Sept. 1-7 the City of Sacramento…
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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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Fall in Sacramento isn’t just about cooler weather and shorter days — Utilities staff say it’s the ideal season to transform your landscape. “People often…
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Two hundred local artists from across Sacramento have been selected to receive monthly support through the City of Sacramento’s 2025-26 Creative Growth Fellowship, a program…
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Sacramento city creative entrepreneurs can now apply to participate in the six-week “EveryDay Creative” program, designed to help grow their businesses. This specialized track provides…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Aug. 25-31 the City of Sacramento…
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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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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Aug. 18-24, the City of Sacramento…
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Sacramento residents are invited to learn new ways to save water and money at the Water Wise Garden Showcase on Sept. 27. The free event…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Aug. 11-17, the City of Sacramento…
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A former motel in Sacramento has been transformed into permanent supportive housing for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. City, County, and State officials…
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With temperatures climbing in the coming days, the City of Sacramento is reminding residents of places to cool off — from spray parks and pools…
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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) and the Sam…
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The Sacramento Police Department is inviting athletes, those looking for a career in law enforcement or just looking for a fun way to test abilities…
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Front Street Animal Shelter has officially hit capacity – the kennels are full, and more dogs arrive every single day. To help make space and…
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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 has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From Aug. 4-10, the City of Sacramento…
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To ensure safe and unobstructed access to Sacramento City Hall facilities for employees and visitors, the City Council has adopted an amendment to the City…
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Alchemist Community Development Corporation (CDC) is accepting applications for the Alchemist Microenterprise Academy (AMA), a 12-week course covering the essentials of starting and growing a…
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As temperatures climb this summer, Sacramento residents may be noticing unwelcome visitors: cockroaches. These pests become more active during warmer months, but according to City…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is accepting applications for its 2026 Emerging Curators Fellowship, a funded opportunity for early-career curators to…
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Plans to extend the Two Rivers Trail are continuing, and the City is inviting the community to review and provide comment on the recently released…
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Since the adoption of the 2040 General Plan and Climate Action & Adaptation Plan in February 2024, the City has made significant progress toward its…
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Do you know why you should never put batteries in the regular trash? Common batteries such as AAA, AA, C, D, and 9-volt, are considered…
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New improvements to the City of Sacramento’s 311 system are helping streamline the reporting and response process for concerns involving homelessness. These upgrades are designed…
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The City of Sacramento’s Roseville Road shelter-and-service campus will soon expand, adding more tiny homes to shelter people experiencing homelessness. Semi-trucks carrying 135 ready-to-assemble “Boss…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From July 28 to Aug. 3,…
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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 is inviting artists to apply for a new public art project that will bring artist-designed creative crosswalks to two local schools…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Nighttime Economy is partnering with local nonprofit crisis intervention center WEAVE to offer “Safe Night Out” training for hospitality…
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The City of Sacramento is moving one step closer to breaking ground on the long-anticipated I Street Bridge Replacement Project, a transformative effort that will…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From July 21-27, the City of…
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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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Sacramento residents who need help cutting back on how much water they use this summer can schedule a free house call with the City’s water…
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The Sacramento Police Department is on the search for new recruits and hosting a free career fair on Saturday, August 2, from 10 a.m. to…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking applicants to fill three open seats on the seven-member Ethel MacLeod Hart Trust Fund Advisory Committee. This advisory group…
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Front Street Animal Shelter’s Homeless Outreach and Assistance Program (HOAP) is celebrating its first neuter surgery performed inside its new mobile veterinary clinic. This milestone marks…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From July 14-20, the City of…
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A once treasured bowling alley and mid-century modern-style property received landmark designation by City Council on July 22. The former bowling alley at 5850 Freeport…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking professional artists to apply for “Birds and Benches,” a two-phase public art project that will bring up to eight…
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The indoor community space at the Roseville Road shelter-and-service campus has been redesigned to better support guest engagement and well-being, thanks to a collaboration between…
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With summer in full swing, City of Sacramento Department of Utilities staff are reminding boaters how they can help keep local waterways clean. “Our rivers…
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Sacramento is beginning the process to update its Vision Zero Action Plan, renewing its commitment to eliminating traffic-related deaths and serious injuries through data-driven strategies…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From July 7-13, the City of…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Nighttime Economy will host two upcoming free events designed to support and educate the Sacramento nighttime hospitality industry. Both…
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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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Work is expected to begin in the coming weeks to remove and replace the Del Rio Trail Bridge over Interstate 5, which has remained closed…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From June 30-July 6, the City…
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The Sacramento City Council this week approved $1.25 million in funding to support a new senior affordable housing development in the Oak Park neighborhood. Known…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From June 23-29, the City of…
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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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Starting this month, Sacramento drivers could receive a $25 fine for parking too close to crosswalks, as part of a new City enforcement effort designed…
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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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While Fourth of July celebrations may be fun for people, they can be terrifying for animals. The Front Street Animal Shelter reports that this single…
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In a unanimous vote Tuesday evening, the Sacramento City Council adopted a comprehensive 20-year Urban Forest Plan aimed at doubling the city’s tree canopy by…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with the Franklin Neighborhood Development Corporation (FNDC), recently completed a series of art and infrastructure improvements along 21st Avenue…
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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 City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is featuring an exhibit at City Hall that highlights the issues of gender-based violence. Curated by the…
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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 Sacramento City Council this week approved an ordinance establishing designated entertainment zones, a move that will support local business, support economic development, and create…
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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’s Office of Arts and Culture is supporting “The Forum on Accessible Theater,” a June 27 discussion focused on advancing disability inclusion…
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After 12 weeks of intensive business development in the CLTRE “EveryDay Creative” Accelerator program, Sacramento-based creative entrepreneurs will take the stage Friday, June 27 to…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team (IMT) responding to homelessness. From June 16-22, the City of…
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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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City leaders, Tribal representatives, educators, students and community members recently gathered at Sutter’s Landing Regional Park to celebrate the dedication of “The Living Balance,” a…
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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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Sacramento officials celebrated two major milestones in the City’s ongoing efforts to expand housing access and supportive care for vulnerable populations: the addition of a…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From June 9-15, the City of Sacramento received…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting community members to provide feedback on proposed transportation alternatives for Howe Avenue, a major corridor connecting neighborhoods, schools, and…
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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 City of Sacramento, in partnership with Sacramento County, has awarded $950,000 in grants to 72 local nonprofit organizations through the 2025-2027 Cultural Arts Awards…
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A busy intersection near schools and businesses has received safety-focused upgrades, with new enhancements designed to protect pedestrians and improve driver visibility. At 49th Street…
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Editor’s Note: Gifts to Share will now be sponsoring free admission on Saturday and Sunday. This post has been updated to reflect the change. Southside…
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The City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved two resolutions to advance the Railyards development, including the expansion of the City’s Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Nighttime Economy is partnering with UC Davis Health to offer “Stop the Bleed” training for hospitality and nighttime businesses…
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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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Summer is almost here, and the City’s Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment is inviting residents to celebrate the season with $1 entry at its neighborhood…
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The annual Sacramento Pride event, hosted by the Sacramento LGBT Community Center, is set to draw crowds this weekend (June 14-15). The two-day event kicks off with…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From June 2-8, the City of Sacramento received…
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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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Editor’s Note (Updated June 5, 2025):Due to technical difficulties, the Norwood Avenue virtual community meeting originally scheduled for June 9 has been rescheduled to Tuesday,…
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Community members are invited to attend the Elder Fraud Seminar from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 13, at the Sacramento Central Seventh-day Adventist…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From May 26-June 1, the City of Sacramento…
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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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Sacramento artists and creatives can now apply for the Creative Growth Fellowship, a funding opportunity that provides $850 per month for one year to support…
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The City of Sacramento will celebrate the grand opening of the Mama Marks Splash Pad (1140 Roanoke Ave.) on Saturday, May 31. The new splash…
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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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With the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing a heat advisory, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC) and the Sam…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From May 19-25, the City of Sacramento received…
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Residents and community members are invited to a public meeting on Thursday, May 29, to learn about and provide feedback on upcoming safety improvements proposed…
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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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As warm weather activities increase, the City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division reminds residents to stay safe with these tips on disposing of charcoal briquettes…