Category: News
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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…
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A newly created Sacramento workforce program has been awarded $5 million by the California Workforce Development Board. The “Public Pathways” workforce program will connect residents…
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After spending six weeks in the “Summer @ City Hall” program, 68 high school students shared their experience during a presentation on July 25 at…
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Every day in the city of Sacramento, an average of 80 million gallons of drinking water are produced – the equivalent of about 120 Olympic-sized…
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In response to an ongoing influx of animals, Front Street Animal Shelter is waiving all fees to adopt pets Wednesday (Aug. 9) through Sunday (Aug.…
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The City of Sacramento now is accepting applications for its City Management Academy (CMA), a program to educate and encourage partnerships between the City, its residents…
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The City’s Office of Arts + Culture is accepting applications for its new “Emerging Curators Fellowship” program, a funded opportunity for emerging curators to develop…
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The City of Sacramento is asking Sacramentans to help shape the future of Sacramento by participating and providing feedback on the “Sacramento 2040” plans by…
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A two-mile portion of Broadway between Third and 29th streets are set for transformative improvements in the coming months to calm traffic, enhance safety and…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting high temperatures this weekend, the City of Sacramento will activate the Outreach and Engagement Center (OEC) at 3615 Auburn…
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Responding to the urgent need to address homeless encampments on city sidewalks and other public properties, the Sacramento City Council on Aug. 1 authorized City…
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The Sacramento City Council on Aug. 1 voted unanimously to amend criteria on when to activate weather respite centers for residents, broadening it to include…
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The City of Sacramento is seeking three fellows to work on a range of sustainability, transportation and climate action issues. Fellows will receive pay and…
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The Department of Public Works’ Transportation Planning team is launching a citywide planning effort called the Streets for People Active Transportation Plan. This effort will…
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The Sacramento Community Police Review Commission, in collaboration with the Sacramento Police Department, is hosting two community meetings to discuss SPD’s military equipment use policy.…
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The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in Sacramento, forecasting highs of 99 to 111 and overnight lows in the 60s and upper…
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As the City’s Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment continues to explore opportunities for potential park renovations in the Curtis Park neighborhood, staff are inviting…
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Starting Monday, July 17, Teichert Construction will begin work on Broadway that will close both eastbound lanes between 16th and 20th streets to traffic. Construction crews, working…
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Center for Sacramento History wins national recognition for film series on racism and discrimination
The Center for Sacramento History recently received the Leadership in History Award of Excellence from the American Association for State and Local History for its…
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The Sacramento Children’s Fund – also known as Measure L – was passed by voters last November to support positive youth development and youth violence…
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Sacramento is set to experience high temperatures this weekend, and residents are encouraged to visit City spray parks, pools, and community centers to beat the…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting triple-digit temperatures for the coming days, the City of Sacramento is activating cooling centers to offer relief from the…
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Following an extensive search by the City of Sacramento, Jason Jong has been hired as its new Cultural & Creative Economy Manager. He will start…
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The small, grey kitten was found at a local park, struggling to walk. Taken to Front Street Animal Shelter, the cat received a grim prognosis…
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City Department of Utilities staff are inviting people to a July 22 event called the “Water Wise Garden Showcase” to learn about gardening and watering…
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This ’embodies our commitment to inclusivity’; Sac Fire’s new paramedic trainee program takes flight
Sacramento Fire last week launched its new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Trainee program, which will provide 19 local Sacramento aspiring paramedics with the necessary skills…
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The City of Sacramento this week is adding 60 tents to its temporary “safe ground” camping site in Miller Park to support unsheltered residents in…
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City Council honors Street Soccer USA, partner in the upcoming 2023 Homeless World Cup in Sacramento
The Sacramento City Council on June 27 presented a resolution to Street Soccer USA, Sacramento, honoring the organization’s work to help stage the upcoming Homeless…
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The City’s Department of Utilities soon will begin maintenance work along critical infrastructure in the City’s flood-control system. This maintenance will be similar to the critical…
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The Sacramento Fire Department’s new community-reporting mobile app and its phone hotline both proved to be useful for reporting illegal fireworks this July 4 season. …
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The City of Sacramento’s Recycling and Solid Waste Division recently reached a major milestone, giving away approximately 30,000 kitchen pails over the past year to…
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The City of Sacramento, in partnership with the Sacramento Tree Foundation Thursday broke ground on Sacramento’s first cherry blossom park – the Hanami Line –…
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The City’s Department of Utilities recently released a report that describes the quality of drinking water in the city of Sacramento to help customers understand…
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As July 4 approaches, the City of Sacramento is reminding residents to take precautions to safely dispose of smoldering fireworks and charcoal briquettes. Recycling and…
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With the National Weather Service forecasting a heat advisory from Friday, June 30, through the evening of Sunday, July 2, many jurisdictions in the region…
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The City of Sacramento’s Office of Arts + Culture is inviting community members to the opening of “BEFORE AND BEYOND,” the Del Rio Trail inspired…
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In an effort to foster outdoor dining, the City will be hosting a free informational workshop on July 11 to talk through the Al Fresco…