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Sacramento County couple allege fraud by surrogacy escrow company, feds investigating
FAIR OAKS -- By the numbers, a Sacramento-area couple has been on a parenthood journey that's included 23 retrievals, eight embryos, and five screenings—all before a surrogate pregnancy.It's taken Katelyn and Christopher Kettmann more than the process on paper to get to this point—their surrogate is 21 weeks pregnant with a baby boy.It's what they have been waiting for: celebrating the birth of their son and expanding their family. They say infertility can be a "lonely feeling," so they've shared their journey throughout to build community and support."We had just hit that point of like, OK, things are going good....
Sacramento Metro Fire investigating 'suspicious' fire at Fair Oaks home
FAIR OAKS, Calif. — Investigators are working to find out what caused a fire at a Fair Oaks home on Monday afternoon, and officials called it "suspicious." The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District responded to a fire at a home on Kruithof Way near Hazel Avenue just after 4:30 p.m.
Girl hospitalized after shooting in Upper Land Park neighborhood
(FOX40.COM) — A girl was transported to the hospital on Tuesday morning after being shot in an Upper Land Park neighborhood, according to the Sacramento Police Department. Officers responded to the 2600 block of Kit Carson Street just before 4:45 a.m. following reports of a shooting in the area. After arriving on scene, officers found […]
Officials urge caution at Sacramento-area rivers as flows move fast and cold
More people will likely make their way to the American River to cool off as temperatures peak well above 100 degrees this week. But as last winter’s snowpack melts, river flows are moving cold and fast. Already, officials say three people have drowned in the Auburn section of the river.
Sacramento County sheriff hosts his first rodeo in Folsom
FOLSOM, Calif. — Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper has decided to host his first sheriff’s rodeo in Folsom. Rodeo and agriculture have deep ties to Sacramento region and Cooper believes the rodeo will be a good event to showcase the rich culture. Cooper will kick the night off...
Inmate dies at Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center, autopsy ordered
SACRAMENTO, California — A 41-year-old male inmate died while in custody at the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center (RCCC) late Friday night. The inmate, who had been in custody since March 28, 2024, on a felony warrant brought by the Sacramento Police Department, was housed in the Christopher Boone Facility (CBF). According to a press release from the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office, deputies were alerted by an inmate worker that another inmate needed medical assistance.
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:
Rocklin incident report: Assault by vacuum, red light runner and found stolen vehicle
The Rocklin Police Department publishes a weekly crime report, here are the published incidents from June 17-23. At 1:24 a.m., Rocklin officers responded to a couple standing next to a vehicle with all four tires slashed in a local business parking lot on the 4000 block of Pacific Street. While on scene, officers discovered one of the involved parties had an outstanding felony arrest warrant. The male with the warrant was transported and booked at the South Placer Jail without incident.
Rancho Cordova native serves with US Navy patrol squadron
MAYPORT, Fla. – Petty Officer 3rd Class Krizxander Mirasol, a native of Rancho Cordova, serves the US Navy assigned to Patrol and Reconnaissance Squadron (VP) 30. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Rancho Cordova. “I like to bring the...
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,...
Northern California police issue $120,000 fine for illegal fireworks
(FOX40.COM) — A search warrant in Northern California led to the seizure of several illegal fireworks that could earn the violator a $120K fine. On June 27, the Woodland Police Department, Cal Fire, and other agency personnel served search warrants on two separate residences in Woodland. At one of the locations, 120 illegal aerial firework […]
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