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California heat wave explained: What is a heat dome?
July heat has arrived in Northern California. A string of excessive heat is expected to last for several days. It’s being produced by a strong ridge of high pressure, also known as a heat dome. High pressure is an area of sinking air. As the air sinks, it compresses...
Sacramento officials advise on safe disposal of fireworks and BBQ materials
(FOX40.COM) — Sacramento city officials are reminding the public about how to safely dispose of fireworks and barbecue materials after using them for their Fourth of July celebrations. “We want to encourage residents to be extra careful when disposing of fireworks, briquettes, and propane tanks, due to the potential for these materials to cause a […]
Crews mop up grass fire along West Railroad Avenue in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A grass fire was reported Tuesday afternoon in Sacramento's Colonial Manor neighborhood. Fire crews were dispatched around 12:32 p.m. to 18th and West Railroad avenues. Five acres have burned as of 1:26 p.m., the Sacramento Fire Department said. Many fences and some sheds were damaged, but...
Sacramento Museum Educates Public About How Farmers Work Hard to Use Less Water
Sisters Kaylyn (left) and Lyla Frith work hard to create their menus for the day at Sacramento’s Museum of Science and Curiosity, learning the amount of water needed to grow the day’s food. Since Sacramento’s acclaimed Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC) opened in November 2021, more than...
Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair makes bold claim about Devin Carter
With the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings selected Providence Friars combo guard Devin Carter. While it is still early, many people seem pleased with the Kings' selection (myself included). Chief among those people is the man who holds a great deal of say in the decision-making process: general manager Monte McNair. In fact, he was so pleased that he said this in a statement about the pick:
Dangerously high heat builds in California and the south-central United States
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Swaths of California sweltered Tuesday and things were only expected to get worse during the Fourth of July holiday week for parts of the United States, with nearly 90 million people under heat alerts. The torrid conditions were being caused by a ridge of high...
Boating infrastructure grants being offered for marina operators
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Federal Boating Infrastructure Grants are now being offered to public and private marina owners through a program run by California State Parks' Division of Boating and Waterways. Funds totaling $18 million have been set aside for projects across the country. Marina owners can apply for grants...
Video: Devin Carter Intro Presser: “I heard Kings fans are the best in the country”
Sacramento Kings rookie Devin Carter and general manager Monte McNair spoke with reporters for the first time in Sacramento. They discussed Carter’s potential role early in the NBA, the impact his father had on him — including growing up in Sacramento — the love he’s received from the fans, and plenty more.
2 people rushed to hospital after multi-vehicle crash on Highway 50
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A crash involving at least four vehicles was reported Tuesday morning on eastbound Highway 50 near the offramp for 15th Street in Sacramento, California Highway Patrol logs show. Emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene around 9:38 a.m. It was unclear what caused the crash,...
Temperatures to challenge all-time highs in California, Nevada
Temperatures will not only rival records over the interior West through this weekend, but the heat will pose dangers for those outdoors for long periods and those taking to the roads for holiday travel. While the summertime is quite hot across the interior of the western United States in the...
Tim McGraw Wraps His Sold-Out 'Standing Room Only' Tour
(fcc) Tim McGraw wrapped up his Standing Room Only Tour with a final sold-out show at Sacramento's Golden 1 Center on Saturday, June 29. The 45-date arena tour highlighted the country icon's impressive career and expansive discography while creating memorable moments for sold-out audiences across the country. With almost half...
Downtown Sacramento is Really on a Roll with New Roller Rink Now Open
A new Downtown Roller Rink opened June 28 that will transform the underutilized Ali Youssefi Square into a vibrant hub of community activity, offering public roller-skating sessions from June to September 2024. Beyond gliding around, the rink will be a festival of music, dance, family-friendly entertainment, and pop-up experiences, capturing the spirit of Sacramento’s rich history and showcasing its exciting present.
Girl, 8, in critical condition after being shot in Sacramento
SACRAMENTO – An active investigation is underway in a Sacramento neighborhood after an eight-year-old girl was found shot early Tuesday morning. The scene is along Kit Carson Street, near Revere Street off of Muir Way. Sacramento police say officers responded around 4:45 a.m. to investigate reports of a shooting. There, a juvenile was found with an apparent gunshot wound. Officers say the juvenile was alert and talking when she was transported to the hospital. She is in critical condition, police say. Exactly what led up to the girl being shot is still under investigation. Crime Scene Investigators remain at the scene. Residents should expect streets to be blocked for some time.
California Diversity Awards Celebrates Achievements and Highlight Growth of Diverse Small Businesses
(CBM) – The California African American Chamber of Commerce, the CalAsian Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chambers of Commerce hosted their third Annual Diversity Awards on June 27 in Sacramento. The awards luncheon celebrated corporate, legislative, and business leaders who are champions of small diverse businesses in California. The...
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