Applications are now being accepted for the 2019 Citizens Academy. Each spring, the 11-week Citizens Academy is held in an effort to provide improved understanding of the criminal justice system. Participants receive an overview of the criminal justice system including the roles and challenges of law enforcement, attorneys and the courts. Since the first academy […]

Want a happy start to your new year? Why not adopt your new best friend from the Bradshaw Animal Shelter? Adoptions are only $25, and we’ve already had our first adoption of 2019! ​Athena, known affectionately as “Pudding,” is a Pit Bull Terrier mix who has lived at the Bradshaw Animal Shelter since Nov. 29, and was also the shelter’s […]

Though national and international politics dominated the news even more than usual in 2018, there were many local stories equally important to the community of Rio Linda and Elverta. Here’s a look back at the most popular stories based on pageviews over the past year. #10 Rio Linda Shopping Center Grand Opening Preview After many years […]

In 2017, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved funding and implementation of four major initiatives to address critical needs of those experiencing homelessness and to help reduce the homeless population. Subsequently, two associated augmentations were added to further address the needs of all vulnerable population groups. The first programs began in October of 2017, several began in 2018 […]

Massive project uses high-tech imaging and analysis to identify fire threats

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is ready to serve holiday travelers with festive holiday decorations, live entertainment and abundant options for last-minute shopping. Whether flying out or picking up loved ones, customers are encouraged to arrive early, anticipate delays and be prepared by checking parking lot status and downloading the PassioGO! app.The biggest crowds are expected Dec. 21-23 with a […]

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – In May of 2018, California Highway Patrol (CHP), Valley Division Investigative Services Unit (ISU), identified a series of vehicle thefts that were being stolen on a nightly basis, several in one evening.  The CHP ISU investigators began collecting evidence, and surveillance video of the thefts to build their case.  As the investigation […]

North Highlands, CA. – A suspect was arrested on charges of arson in North Highlands this morning after Metro Fire personnel responded to a reported fire in an apartment building at 5 am on Monday morning in the 5600 block of Hillsdale Boulevard.  After the fire was confined to a bedroom closet, Sacramento County Sheriff’s […]