Category: News
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Two of the youngest members of the Sacramento City Council have been appointed by Mayor Darrell Steinberg and unanimously confirmed by the City Council for…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Jan. 1-7, the City of Sacramento…
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Due to the continuing cold temperatures, the City is extending weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.). The OEC now will…
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The City of Sacramento Fire Department recently launched a new program to address the increase in 911 calls to ensure quality and timely service to…
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Newly restored Capitol Park Hotel re-opens as permanent housing for people experiencing homelessness
Sacramento’s historic Capitol Park Hotel reopens this week as Saint Clare at Capitol Park, a permanent supportive housing complex for people experiencing homelessness. The Saint…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Dec. 25-31, the City of Sacramento…
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Five months after the City Council authorized him to identify and stand up new safe camping sites, City Manager Howard Chan has announced that the…
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If you’re looking for a New Year’s resolution, Department of Utilities staff say that winter is a great time to save money and be more…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting a period of cold nighttime temperatures, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting rain this weekend, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn…
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Wondering what to do with your decorative tree after the holidays are over? The City has multiple options for recycling trees. Sacramento residents who receive…
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New Year’s Eve is a time to gather with friends and family to say goodbye to 2023 and count down to 2024. As Sacramentans attend…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting a period of cold nighttime temperatures, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement…
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The Sacramento Police Department was awarded a $400,000 state grant to conduct enforcement and education programs targeting traffic safety issues including distracted driving, seat belt…
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Karlmann Gates, 59, grew up in Sacramento and said he has been “pretty much homeless off and on for the last 40 years.” He has…
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New online dashboard shows Sacramento City effort to reduce unsheltered homelessness and its impacts
The City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness is demonstrating real progress in reducing the size and impact of encampments, according to a new data…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Dec. 11-17, the City of Sacramento…
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Sacramento organizers are asking community members to volunteer in the 2024 Point-in-Time count (PIT) to determine the number of people experiencing homelessness in the Sacramento…
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Due to the continuing rain, the City is once again extending weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.). The OEC now will…
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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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Doug Cupid and his wife Vanessa, both in their 40s, have been renting since moving to Sacramento nearly nine years ago. They never really expected…
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A storm system is expected to arrive in Sacramento on Sunday, bringing with it several inches of rain before departing later next week. The storm’s…
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Front Street Animal Shelter is waiving all adoption fees through Dec. 23 to help animals find a new home for the holidays. Front Street is…
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The City is once again extending weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.), due to low nighttime temperatures and forecasted rain.…
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The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Dec. 4-10, the City of Sacramento…
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In an effort to improve accommodation for people walking, scooting, or bicycling through construction zones and during special events, the City’s Department of Public Works…
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The Sacramento City Council recently adopted an ordinance to allow newer signage technology commonly described as “Digital Wayfinding Kiosks” or “Smart City Kiosks” in public…
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With cold nighttime temperatures forecasted to continue in Sacramento, the City is extending weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.). The…
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It is estimated that one out of three dogs will go missing in their lifetime. With that statistic in mind, Front Street Animal Shelter is…
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The City’s Department of Utilities will soon begin maintenance work on its flood control system, which is considered critical infrastructure. This maintenance will be similar…
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Over the past year, the City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) has worked to explore solutions and potential renovations that support community…
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Assistant City Manager Mario Lara on Dec. 5 provided his weekly report to the City Council regarding the work of the City’s Incident Management Team…
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The new store on J Street in midtown Sacramento is light and airy, with gleaming glass counters, illuminated display cases and immaculate wooden floors. Welcome…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting a period of cold nighttime temperatures, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement…
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The California Capital Women’s Business Center on Dec. 12 will select winners for its “Small Business Showcase Pitch Competition,” in which Sacramento entrepreneurs and businesses…
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In anticipation of the holiday festivities, the Sacramento Police Department is providing some reminders to help prioritize safety. “Enjoy the festivities, but let caution be…
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Want to learn more about how planning shapes the Sacramento community? The City’s Community Development Department is encouraging Sacramento residents, business owners and others to…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) invites you to save the date for these upcoming December events. All the listed events…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting cold nighttime temperatures, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.). The…
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Thousands of runners are expected to participate in the 40th California International Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 3. With a course that has remained unchanged since its inception,…
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Front Street Animal Shelter is helping people develop the right strategies to find their lost cats. Lost cats behave much differently than lost dogs. Cats…
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The City’s Office of Nighttime Economy this week presented to the City Council its “Sociable City Assessment,” which analyzes Sacramento’s nightlife, entertainment venues, special events…
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Assistant City Manager Mario Lara on Nov. 28 provided his weekly report to the City Council regarding the work of the City’s Incident Management Team…
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Sacramento City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood on Nov. 22 provided a formal response to Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho’s Nov. 14 letter regarding Camp…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting cold nighttime temperatures, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.).…
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This holiday season, the City of Sacramento once again will adjust parking meter operating hours in specific areas to encourage 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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Five local artists have been selected to serve for up to one year in various City of Sacramento departments to help to engage communities in…
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A proposal to update Sacramento’s business operating tax has been approved by the City Council and now will go in front of voters in March.…
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The holidays are nearly here, and many people celebrate by cooking hearty meals for their their families and friends. While certain dishes are staples of…
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The City’s Historic Preservation team recently was awarded $40,000 from the California Office of Historic Preservation to help protect and preserve LGBTQ+ history in Sacramento. The City will…
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A shuttered, iconic ice skating rink on Del Paso Boulevard will receive more than a million dollars in City funding so it can be restored…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting extended rain this weekend, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn…
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Assistant City Manager Mario Lara on Nov. 14 provided the weekly report to the City Council regarding the work of the City’s Incident Management Team…
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Get extra spending money and shop local with the City of Sacramento’s Shop 916 gift card promotion of buy a gift card, get a bonus…
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The Sacramento Free Foundation is inviting people to attend a free workshop on Nov. 18 to learn how to prune and care for young shade…
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The annual Veterans Day parade in downtown Sacramento will take place Saturday, Nov. 11. Hosted by the Veterans Affiliated Council, this year’s activities include an opening…
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Like other shelters across California and the U.S., Front Street Animal Shelter is being affected by an ongoing veterinarian shortage. Increased pet adoptions during the…
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The City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness has provided its weekly data report regarding outreach, compliance and cleanup for Oct. 30-Nov. 5. During that…
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The City’s annual community survey is once again underway, and residents are invited to participate and provide insights on public transportation, parks, entertainment options, crime…
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Is your fireplace beckoning now that cooler weather has arrived in Sacramento? Local officials are reminding residents to “check before you burn.” From Nov. 1…
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The City’s new Incident Management Team responding to homelessness has provided its weekly data report regarding outreach, compliance and cleanup for Oct. 23-29. During that time,…
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The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications for grants to support North Sacramento small businesses and nonprofits organizations. “These grants were created to help…
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If you’re planning to buy a new washing machine, a rebate from the City of Sacramento could save you $125 on high-efficiency clothes washers. The…
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Every Tuesday and Thursday evening, kids from the Marina Vista and Alder Grove community head to the gym at the nearby Health Professions High School.…
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The City’s new Incident Management Team responding to homelessness provided its weekly report regarding outreach, compliance and cleanup for Oct. 16-20. During that time, the…
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Violent crime in Sacramento dropped 18.2 percent in the first nine months of 2023, and the number of people victimized by gun violence fell by…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Cannabis Management has partnered with the Sacramento LGBT Community Center to provide verification services for people interested in applying…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting members of the public to provide input on the “Missing Middle Housing” strategy through a self-guided workshop, which will…
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Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye is inviting all Sacramentans to celebrate Sacramento Poetry Day on Thursday, Oct. 26, with free classroom curriculum and cash-prize contests.…
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Brian Pedro, who leads the City’s new Incident Management Team responding to homelessness, on Oct. 17 offered his weekly report to the City Council on…
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Thousands of athletes are expected to participate in the 2023 IRONMAN California race in Sacramento on Sunday, Oct. 22. The triathlon competition will temporarily close several…
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The City of Sacramento has filed a motion asking the court to rule a lawsuit filed by the Sacramento County District Attorney is invalid and…
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Sacramentans are invited to celebrate the ancient traditions of Dia de los Muertos at the 11th annual Souls of the City Festival in Old Sacramento…
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The City of Sacramento’s Film + Media office now is accepting applications for its film grant, which works to sustain and foster growth in film…
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The Sacramento Police Department recently promoted three of its employees to serve as public information officers. In their new roles, Sgt. Carlos Martinez, Officer Anthony…
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Holiday season can be a time of family, food, gifts and fun, which can also mean increased spending. Even if you don’t celebrate a holiday, you…
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Residents in Del Paso Heights on Wednesday celebrated the opening of a new “mobility hub” that connects the neighborhood to a suite of clean and…
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The City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment (YPCE) wants you to mark your calendars for these fun October events. From dog-friendly aquatics events…
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Department of Utilities staff are reminding people about the City’s year-round watering schedule, which requires residents and businesses to limit when they water landscapes. During…
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The City’s Department of Utilities will soon be offering discounted 55-gallon rain barrels to Sacramento residents for a limited time. Rain barrels collect water from…
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The Center for Sacramento History will be hosting a speaker-series event with author Evelyn McDonnell to discuss her newly released biography “The World According to…
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Brian Pedro, who leads the City’s new Incident Management Team responding to homelessness, on Oct. 10 offered his first weekly report to the City Council…
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Mayor Darrell Steinberg joined with representatives of city, county and state government Wednesday to announce that the first 175 tiny homes promised to the City…
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The City of Sacramento Office of Nighttime Economy soon will host its quarterly “Pubs, clubs and bars” training to provide information to help nighttime businesses…
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Brian Pedro, who leads the City’s new Incident Management Team responding to homelessness, has been named the interim director of the Department of Community Response.…
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People struggling with mental health issues in Sacramento’s Central City will have a new place to get help with meeting basic needs, reconnecting to community,…
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Nearly 10 months after construction began, progress on the Del Rio Trail has reached major milestones. Instead of dirt, residents near the project can see…
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While puppies at Front Street Animal Shelter are typically adopted the day they become available, some animals struggle to get adopted for weeks or even…
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Sacramento City Council recently approved over $2 million in grant funding to support 28 local organizations that will help start-up businesses and entrepreneurs in Sacramento.…
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Each year, organizations recognize “Clean Air Day,” a statewide day of action to address community health concerns related to air quality. This Wednesday, Oct. 4,…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts and Culture, in partnership with Sacramento County, are offering grants to nonprofit organizations located in Sacramento County that are…
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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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The Center for Sacramento History will open its collections vault to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 7 as part of the…
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As part of advancements to improve access to active transportation, the City of Sacramento has opened a new shared-use path in Meadowview. The 0.6-mile South…
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As construction continues on the Central City Mobility project, residents and commuters should be aware of planned work starting Monday, Oct. 2. Construction crews are…
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Have you noticed a different taste or smell in your tap water? If so, you aren’t alone. City Department of Utilities staff say that receive…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting residents to learn about the City’s preliminary recommendations for implementing Missing Middle Housing (MMH) in Sacramento during upcoming in-person…
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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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City of Sacramento staff are inviting people to attend the Oct. 21 “Highwater Jamboree,” which is expected to be the largest flood preparedness event in…
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The City’s Department of Public Works is currently hiring for multiple part-time and full-time positions. Staff will attend multiple career fairs in the coming weeks…
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Less than a month after the City launched its new “Incident Management Team” to better coordinate response to the ongoing homelessness crisis, the team’s leader…
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The City of Sacramento is reminding the public that in-person meetings have returned to City Hall for all its legislative bodies, including the City Council.…
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The annual Farm-to-Fork Street Festival, hosted by Visit Sacramento, is set to take place this Friday (Sept. 22) and Saturday (Sept. 23) in downtown Sacramento. The free…
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Mayor Darrell Steinberg and Sacramento City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood on Sept. 19 both issued statements about the lawsuit filed against the City by Sacramento…
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The Sacramento City Council on Sept. 12 unanimously voted to continue funding the operation of the North 5th Navigation Center, which offers year-round support to…
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A project called “RiverArc” is expected to improve water supplies and protect river flows in the greater Sacramento region — and it recently received a…
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Sacramento City Attorney Susana Alcala Wood on Sept. 18 provided a formal response to Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho’s most recent letter to the…
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Applications are due Sept. 30 for the City of Sacramento’s Al Fresco outdoor dining grant program where restaurants can apply for up to $20,000 in…
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Non-profit groups located in the city of Sacramento can apply to receive up to $800 to host a neighborhood clean-up event through a City of…
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Want to learn how to make usable soil from your food scraps? Join the City of Sacramento’s Recycling and Solid Waste team for one of…
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Members of the Sacramento City Council Tuesday approved 12 new positions to boost oversight of the Sacramento Police Department and ensure its policies reflect the…
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As the boating season winds down, City staff are inviting boaters and people who recreate near water to take a short survey on their habits.…
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Do you own property that is vacant or underutilized? Owners of vacant or blighted parcels can turn their lots into agricultural land and receive a…
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The Sacramento Police Department’s Office of Violence Prevention is asking local community-based nonprofit organizations and 501(c)(3) groups to submit applications for two grant opportunities totaling…
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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 on Sept. 6 provided a formal response to Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho’s recent letter to the City…
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The Sacramento City Council on Sept. 5 unanimously voted to approve new contracts for the City’s Motel Program, which shelters hundreds of people experiencing homelessness…
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Volunteers are invited to join the City of Sacramento’s Parks and Community Enrichment Commission for eight events at multiple Sacramento parks to celebrate 916 Day. Parks…
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The City of Sacramento has launched a new Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship program to train city residents to work in the early childhood education teaching…
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Expanding its educational offerings, the City of Sacramento’s Office of Cannabis Management this summer partnered with Los Rios Community College District to offer a new…
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Front Street Animal Shelter is seeking critical donations for its shelter and community programs. The shelter takes in between 8,000 and 10,000 animals each year,…
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The City of Sacramento is inviting community members to help paint a new mural on Florin Road from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept.…
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As Sacramento County updates its emergency alert system, the City of Sacramento’s Office of Emergency Management is urging residents to ensure they are enrolled in…
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Concerned about the impact that resuming student loan payments will have on your budget? The City of Sacramento’s Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) can help local…
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As part of the California Preservation Foundation’s annual “Doors Open” event, Californians statewide can get a unique look at the Sacramento Valley Station, a historic…
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The Sacramento Fire Department will host its fourth annual Sacramento Area Girls Fire Camp on Sept. 23-24. Designed for teens grades 9 through 12, this…
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The Sacramento Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday, Sept. 1, in the area of Folsom Boulevard and Hornet Drive between 7:30 p.m.…
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City Department of Utilities staff are preparing to bring online a new water treatment facility that will be the largest of its type in the…
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As students head back to Sacramento schools, drivers are reminded to slow down and that “15 is fast enough.” The City in 2019 established a 15-mph…
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City of Sacramento staff are looking for applicants to fill a vacated position on the seven-member Ethel MacLeod Hart Trust Fund Advisory Committee. The committee’s main…
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Applications are now being accepted for the “CLTRE Keeper First-Time Home Buyer Program,” a new service that provides homeownership resources to city of Sacramento residents…
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The City of Sacramento is asking members of the public to provide input on its draft Existing Building Electrification strategy, which will guide the transition…
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Front Street Animal Shelter’s Homeless Outreach and Assistance Program (HOAP) has conducted nearly 1,600 visits with pets and owners in the year since its launch,…
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The City of Sacramento has established a new “Incident Management Team” (IMT) to ensure that all available resources are being utilized and leveraged in the…
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The City of Sacramento today has released the results of its Sacramento Music Census, a survey to better understand the present lived experience of people…
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The City of Sacramento is hosting a community workshop to share planned transportation improvements for the Fruitridge Road corridor. This in-person meeting will be held…
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The City of Sacramento on Aug. 21, 2023, filed a notice of appeal with the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. The…
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The Department of Public Work’s Transportation Planning team is taking to Sacramento streets in the next outreach effort for the Streets for People Active Transportation Plan. Launched…
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Front Street Animal Shelter last week reached critical capacity and asked for the community’s support, encouraging people to adopt an animal in need and waiving…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting extended high temperatures this week, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.) and…
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Kevin Morgan, a neighborhood resource coordinator with the City’s Department of Community Response, understands the challenges many people experiencing homelessness face. He too has faced…
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City of Sacramento firefighters are gearing up for the National Police and Fire Baseball tournament in Boston this week. The team is not only focused…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting high temperatures next week, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn Blvd.) and…
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Following three recent community meetings, the Sacramento Police Department continues to seek input from the public on its military equipment use policy via this online…
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The Sacramento Police Department will hold a DUI checkpoint on Friday, Aug.11, in the area of Freeport Boulevard and 35th Avenue between 7 p.m. and…
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Funding is once again available for local community-based organizations to host Friday and Saturday night drop-in events for youth in priority neighborhoods across Sacramento. The…
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Sacramento Public Library patrons can now check out e-trikes from a small fleet available at the Colonial Heights Library (4799 Stockton Blvd.) in South Sacramento.…
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The City of Sacramento recently launched a new website for its Cannabis Opportunity Reinvestment and Equity (CORE) program, which is dedicated to assisting individuals facing…
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The City’s Office of Arts + Culture is accepting applications for artists, illustrators and graphic designers to design a 5,000 square foot vinyl mural on…