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Dog, backpack found after owner disappears into California wilderness
SONORA, Calif. - One week ago, Michael Moore obtained a wilderness permit intending to head towards Powell Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness. The following day, his dog was found unattended, and two days later, his backpack was found; but he remains unseen. Authorities are searching for the 71-year-old after trekking...
Newsom trolls Trump on San Francisco praise
Former President Donald Trump unwittingly gave Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) some fodder for fire as he slammed Vice President Kamala Harris at the southern border. On Thursday, Trump stood in front of unused border wall material stacked near the U.S.-Mexico border as he attacked Harris for her stance on illegal immigration. Conducting some counterprogramming ahead […]
California lawmakers, victim advocates gather at Capitol to condemn controversial SB 94
Several lawmakers, law enforcement leaders and victim advocates gathered at the state Capitol in Sacramento Thursday to condemn the controversial Senate Bill 94.The bill would open the possibility of judicial review to reduce sentences for some felons of serious crimes, including murder, if they have been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco joined lawmakers to stop SB 94 from moving forward."We are here to address nothing short of lunacy," he said. "SB 94 is a perfect example of a misguided agenda that disregards victims and law abiding Californians in favor of criminals...
FBI probing drive-by attack on Sikh separatist in California
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The FBI is investigating an Aug. 11 drive-by shooting that targeted a California activist with close ties to Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was fatally shot last year in a killing that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said could be linked to India.
Handprints on Hyundai bring Hope On Wheels
$100,000 check presented to cancer center to help with childhood cancer fight. (SACRAMENTO) — Painted “high five” handprints in a variety of colors were placed on a brand-new white Hyundai Tucson that rolled up toUC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center on Aug. 22. The theme of this year’s Hyundai Hope On Wheels event was “Hope Lights the Way” as it delivered a $100,000 check to help fight childhood cancer.
CA health system develops system to help vulnerable patients impacted by wildfire smoke, hopes to inspire others
Wildfire smoke can have a host of health impacts, especially for those with ailments like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Staff at University of California Davis Health have developed a system to improve care for such patients and are calling on other health systems to follow their lead.
Westbound I-80 is back open at Alta Road, CHP says
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — UPDATE: Cal Trans says westbound I-80 is back open. California Highway Patrol says westbound I-80 is closed at Alta Road due to wet weather. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), CHP says "wet weather in the Sierra is causing problems, leading to several crashes on Interstate 80 today."
Lincoln Legends: Willie Preston has become the voice of the city
Anyone who has attended an event in Lincoln has likely heard the iconic voice of Willie Preston. He has been the emcee and public address announcer for many staple events in the community, ranging from the Fourth of July Parade to the Lincoln Hometown Christmas Parade. He is a member of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, the Fourth of July Foundation, the Lions Club, Rotary Club, and is active in St. Joseph’s Church.
Le Diner en Blanc mystery popup event returns to Sacramento
(FOX40.COM) — Thousands of guests dressed elegantly in all white are expected to arrive at a secret location in Sacramento for a ‘chic picnic en masse,’ known as Le Diner en Blanc. “It’s a unique cultural movement that empowers friends of friends to gather and celebrate their shared passions for life, food, fashion, and community,” […]
People stand in ‘ring of fire' as overnight sideshows take over several Bay Area streets
Overnight sideshows brought large crowds in several Bay Area cities early Saturday morning. One sideshow happened just after midnight at the intersection of Lewis Brown and B.W. Williams Drives in Vallejo. Video from the scene showed people standing in a ring of fire and cars doing donuts around them. The...
Stockton sees fewer homicides than similar cities under Ceasefire program: report
Stockton saw roughly 13% fewer homicides than did comparable cities during its violence reduction work with gang members in recent years, a 2024 study found. From 2018 to 2022, there were 12.7% fewer killings in Stockton than in Anaheim, Bakersfield, East Palo Alto and eight other similar cities, according to study by University...
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