Category: News
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Thousands of runners are expected to participate in the 41st California International Marathon on Sunday, Dec.8. With a course that has remained unchanged since its inception,…
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The Sacramento City Council recently designated a Tudor Revival-style home in East Sacramento as a historic landmark. The structure was home to a few prominent people…
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The City of Sacramento is partnering with the Capitol Area Development Authority (CADA), YMCA of Superior California, and MusicLandria for the launch of a food, toy,…
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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 Nov. 18-24, the City of Sacramento received…
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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 City of Sacramento has concluded its Food Justice Grant Program, a $1 million initiative launched in 2023 during the COVID-19 pandemic to combat food…
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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the City’s Department of Utilities is reminding Sacramento residents to properly dispose of cooking fats, oils and grease. Certain…
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Run to Feed the Hungry, an annual 10K run and 5K run/walk benefiting Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will take place on Thanksgiving morning…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture invites creative organizations and businesses to apply for grants supporting impactful training and workforce readiness programs…
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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 City of Sacramento joined forces last weekend with state leaders, community organizations, and more than 400 volunteers to make a lasting impact during 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 Nov. 11-17, the City of Sacramento received…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development is seeking qualified providers to support its new Street to Housing pilot program, which aims to…
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The Sacramento City Council this week voted to approve an ordinance establishing a pilot program to allow social cannabis consumption at designated locations in the…
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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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The first strong storm system of the year is expected to arrive in Sacramento this week, bringing with it much-needed rain. City officials are urging…
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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 inviting residents to weigh in on a proposed Parking Strategy, aimed at advancing housing and climate goals by updating parking…
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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 City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Nov. 4-10, the City of Sacramento received…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting public agencies and nonprofit organizations to apply for grants from the Sacramento Children’s Fund, with an estimated $17.9 million…
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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 City of Sacramento recently celebrated the installation of 18 new public art pieces along the Del Rio Trail, turning this 4.8-mile path into an…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting a period of wet weather, the City of Sacramento will activate weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center…
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Editor’s Note: As of 12:30 p.m. November 14, the workshop has reached its capacity. People can email volunteers@sactree.org with questions. The Department of Utilities is…
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The City’s Transportation Planning team recently launched two transportation planning projects aimed at enhancing safety and mobility along two of the city’s corridors: Norwood Avenue and Howe…
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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 Oct. 28-Nov. 3, the City of Sacramento…
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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 hosting a community open house that will include project information stations highlighting outcomes from the Truxel Road Bridge Feasibility Study…
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The City is launching a Small Developer Incubator Program to address Sacramento’s housing shortage and seeks skilled professionals for an advisory committee to support small…
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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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With the National Weather Service issuing a wind advisory from Tuesday, Nov. 5 through Wednesday, Nov. 6, the City of Sacramento will activate weather-respite operations…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is inviting community members to celebrate the 18 newly-installed public art pieces along the Del Rio…
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Since the launch of the Justice for Neighbors Emergency Home Repair Program in 2023, 14 income-eligible households have received grants to complete crucial safety and…
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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 Oct. 21-27, the City of Sacramento received…
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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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It’s that time of year when Sacramento leaves start to fall, and many residents find themselves with an excess of yard waste. To help accommodate…
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The Department of Public Works’ Transportation Planning team invites community members to participate in two upcoming virtual workshops to review and provide input on the…
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Following recent rabies cases near the Sacramento Zoo, including a skunk biting a visitor, the Front Street Animal Shelter urges pet owners to vaccinate and…
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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 has been awarded $4 million in funding from the California State Transportation Agency’s “Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program” (TIRCP) to…
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In September 2022, a specialized team from the Front Street Animal Shelter began supporting people experiencing homelessness and their pets, recognizing the vital role pets…
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Newly adopted Stockton Blvd Plan sets vision for revitalizing corridor and surrounding neighborhoods
Sacramento City Council unanimously adopted the Stockton Blvd Plan this week, which will serve as a guide to revitalize and strengthen the Stockton Boulevard corridor…
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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 Oct. 14-20, the City of Sacramento received…
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Thousands of athletes are expected to participate in the 2024 IRONMAN California race in Sacramento on Sunday, Oct. 27. The triathlon competition will temporarily close several…
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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 City, County, and State officials recently celebrated the grand opening of Wong Center (530 7th Street), a new transit-oriented senior housing community located in…
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Record-breaking temperatures in Sacramento this past summer prompted the City to activate its cooling centers 35 times, providing much-needed weather respite for residents. Operating out…
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After surveying the community earlier this summer, the Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites residents to a drop-in style open house to decide…
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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 has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Oct. 7-13, the City of Sacramento received…
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With the National Weather Service issuing a wind advisory from Thursday, Oct. 17 through Friday, Oct. 18, the City of Sacramento will activate weather-respite operations…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday unanimously approved funding the continued operation of the North 5th Street Navigation Center, which offers year-round support to people experiencing…
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Arts and culture nonprofits located in the city, county and unincorporated Sacramento can now apply for grants to assist with general operating expenses. The $950,000…
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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’s Office of Arts and Culture has opened a second round of the “Creative Venues Grant” program to support a wider range of independent…
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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 events, to…
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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 Sept. 30-Oct. 6, the City of Sacramento…
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The California Black Chamber of Commerce recently presented Sacramento City Manager Howard Chan with its 2024 President’s Award. Chan received the award as part of…
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The City of Sacramento today has been awarded two grants totaling over $18 million from State of California. These funds will be used to reduce…
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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, Oct.…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites you to a variety of festive and spooky events for all ages throughout the…
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The City of Sacramento each year recognizes “Clean Air Day” as part of a statewide effort led by the Coalition for Clean Air. The day is designed…
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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 Sept. 23-29, the City of Sacramento received…
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This article has been updated to reflect the extension of cooling center operations to Oct. 8. Due to the continuing high temperatures, the City of…
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With the National Weather Service issuing a heat advisory from Tuesday, Oct. 1 through Wednesday, Oct. 2, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach…
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Film enthusiasts and aspiring creatives are invited to the second annual NorCal Film Expo from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 19 at the SAFE…
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The Center for Sacramento History will open its collections vault to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 5 as part of the…
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The City of Sacramento is continuing development of the LGBTQ+ Historic Experience project, an initiative aimed at documenting and preserving the rich history of the…
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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 Sept. 16-22, the City of Sacramento received…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting people to explore and interact with flood-fighting equipment during its annual Highwater Jamboree Oct. 19 at North Natomas Regional…
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Sacramento residents may have noticed a shiny new addition to the City’s solid waste collection fleet—though they may not know why the truck is so…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture is featuring an exhibit at City Hall that highlights the essential role bats play in maintaining healthy ecosystems.…
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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 City’s Office of Climate Action and Sustainability is teaming up with Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District to host a Clean Air Day event…
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The Sacramento City Council last Tuesday unanimously adopted the Missing Middle Housing Interim Ordinance, becoming the first in the State to allow multi-unit housing in…
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The Sacramento City Council this week approved $750,000 to further support participants in the City’s Cannabis Opportunity Reinvestment and Equity (CORE) program. Through a partnership…
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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 Sept. 9-15, the City of Sacramento received…
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The Sacramento City Council Tuesday approved over $1.1 million to extend two housing stability programs for eligible households along the Stockton Boulevard corridor near the…
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The City of Sacramento is hosting a series of eight community workshops to educate the public about its strategies for making housing more affordable and…
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The annual Farm-to-Fork Street Festival, hosted by Visit Sacramento, will take place this Friday (Sept. 20) and Saturday (Sept. 21) in downtown Sacramento. The free two-day event…
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The City of Sacramento launched its Incident Management Team responding to homelessness one year ago, and the results it has produced are significant. Over the…
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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 Sept. 2-8, the City of Sacramento received…
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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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Sacramento will soon be home to the San Juan Apartments (5700 Stockton Blvd.), a new development providing 113 new affordable housing units for working families.…
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Crowds of families, couples and individuals braved the late-summer heat on Saturday, Sept. 7, to attend the City’s “Water Discovery Day,” where staff gave tours…
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The Front Street Animal Shelter took in over 30 dogs from a hoarding situation last week, quickly overwhelming its capacity. The shelter will be waiving…
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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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A community art project aimed at promoting climate action is set to be unveiled at the Hagginwood Community Center (3271 Marysville Blvd.) on Sept. 13.…
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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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The City of Sacramento is seeking feedback on the potential routes to complete the Two Rivers Trail system. This phase of the project will extend…
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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 Aug. 26-Sept. 1, the City of Sacramento…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting triple-digit temperatures in the coming days, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center and the…
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Sacramento residents are invited to learn how to use water efficiently outdoors during a free event Sept. 28 at the Department of Utilities main campus…
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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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The annual 916 Day event series is around the corner where volunteers can celebrate city parks with a variety of volunteer events across Sacramento. Hosted…
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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 Aug. 19-25, the City of Sacramento received…
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The City of Sacramento’s Department of Public Works is preparing to begin construction on a major project that will transform Franklin Boulevard in the North…
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After more than five years of extensive community outreach and thorough analysis, the Sacramento City Council last week adopted the Parks Plan 2040, a comprehensive…
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The City is working to update its zoning regulations for cannabis businesses in response to a comprehensive study completed in 2022, which evaluated the impacts…
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Following weeks of daily outreach that has included the offer of alternate shelter, the City of Sacramento this morning sent an interdepartmental team to its…
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The City’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division urges residents to observe proper disposal methods of all household materials due to recent truck fire incidents during…
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As summer draws to a close and students prepare to return to school, the Sacramento Police Department reminds all drivers to prioritize safety by slowing…
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The Sacramento Fire Department will host its fifth annual Sacramento Area Girls Fire Camp on Sept. 21-22 at the Sacramento Fire Academy in McClellan Park.…
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As the seasons begin to change, the City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment is offering a series of workshops at local community gardens…
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The Sacramento City Council has designated 2025 P St., a Colonial Revival house located in midtown, as a historic landmark. The home not only features…
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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 Aug. 12-18, the City of Sacramento received…
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The City of Sacramento today published an open letter to the people staying at 2225 Colfax St. — also known as Camp Resolution — reiterating…
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City Department of Utilities staff on Sept. 7 are inviting people to “Water Discovery Day,” an event designed to help people learn about how the…
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The Sacramento City Council this week approved updates to speed limits in areas across the city, including reducing limits in 14 zones. Speed limits in…
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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 Aug. 5-11, the City of Sacramento received…
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Construction on the Central City Mobility project is reaching its final phase with the upcoming conversion of Fifth Street from a one-way to two-way street.…
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The Sacramento City Council this week approved an extension of the property lease ensuring the continuation of the Emergency Bridge Housing program at Grove Avenue—a…
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The City of Sacramento has been awarded a $19,000 grant to assist small developers in building more homes in Sacramento to address the housing shortage.…
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The Department of Utilities will soon begin maintenance work along critical infrastructure in the City’s flood control system. This maintenance will be similar to the…
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Sacramento City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood has issued the statement below following a Sacramento Superior Court judge’s denial of a preliminary injunction to enjoin the…
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The community is invited to learn about the potential uses for the City-owned 102-Acre Site in South Sacramento, including a community information session on Aug.14.…
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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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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From July 29-Aug. 4, the City of Sacramento…
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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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Sacramento City Council last week approved a nearly $1.4 million grant to continue the City’s #SacYouthWorks: Futures cannabis prevention and education program for teens. #Futures…
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In an effort to bring awareness to housing challenges, particularly for aging and senior residents, the City is inviting the community to attend a free…
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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 has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From July 22-28, the City of Sacramento received…
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In its most significant decision on homelessness in decades, the U.S. Supreme Court on June 28, 2024, ruled that it is not a violation of…
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Sacramento City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood has issued the following statement about the fire and safety inspection that occurred July 25 at 2225 Colfax St.,…
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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 July 15-21, the City of Sacramento received…
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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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Due to the continuing high temperatures, the City of Sacramento is extending cooling center operations at the Outreach and Engagement Center and the Sam &…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting triple-digit high temperatures for the coming days, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center and…
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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 July 8-14, the City of Sacramento received…
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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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The California State Fair is making history by introducing onsite cannabis sales and consumption for the first time, with the City of Sacramento providing authorization…
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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 July 1-7, the City of Sacramento received…
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As record temperatures send residents and visitors to regional waterways, City staff want to learn more about their recreational habits. The City’s Department of Utilities…
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Three historic homes off 21st and Q Street in Sacramento’s Winn Park Historic District have been preserved and renovated into 12 housing units, which supports…
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The Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) is considering options for two new dog parks in the Land Park and Curtis Park neighborhoods and…
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The Department of Utilities will soon begin maintenance work along critical infrastructure in the City’s flood control system. This maintenance will be similar to the…
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Due to the continuing high temperatures, the City of Sacramento is extending cooling center operations at the Outreach and Engagement Center and the Sam &…
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Due to the continuing high temperatures, the City of Sacramento is extending cooling center operations at the Outreach and Engagement Center 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 June 24-30, the City of Sacramento received…
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The Sacramento Police Department is seeking input from the public on its annual military equipment use report and policy via this online survey. The survey…