Red Cross partners with Hello Kitty as it continues plea for blood donations
admin The American Red Cross seeks donors amid a national blood shortage. Give blood, platelets or AB Elite plasma Sept. 1–20…
September 2026
Driver suffers apparent medical emergency before fatal crash in south Sacramento
A driver died after he suffered an apparent medical emergency and his small SUV rear-ended another vehicle and crashed on…
Which bills affecting state workers passed in the legislature’s final days?
California passed several late-session bills affecting state workers, from telework policies and raises to holiday credit changes. Here’s what you…
California passes ‘broadest set of guardrails’ on AI chatbots targeted at kids
California lawmakers sent two AI chatbot bills to Gov. Gavin Newsom to require safety audits, restrict companion bots in toys…
Despite controversial security clause, Legislature passes last-minute budget bill
Lawmakers approved a budget bill that provides $20 million in transportation security for public officials alongside environmental and public service…
Pet food sold in CA recalled for salmonella, listeria. What to know
Northwest Naturals recalled raw dog food and frozen chicken sold in California for salmonella or listeria contamination. Symptoms, risks and…
New Sacramento County superintendent takes over amid Sac City fiscal dispute
Jacqueline White became Sacramento County superintendent and urged immediate relief plus long-term savings as the county office navigates a fiscal…
Tropical Storm Marie has formed. Here’s how close it could get to California
Tropical Storm Marie formed offshore of Mexico and may pass near California. Direct landfall is unlikely, but expect increased surf…
Lake Tahoe river otter attack leaves swimmer bloodied and needing 38 stitches
A Lake Tahoe swimmer near Hidden Beach was attacked by a river otter, needed 38 stitches and rabies shots after…
California e-bike bill could create sidewalk speed limit for all
AB 2346 would set a 10 mph sidewalk limit, require labeling and education, and update bike path speed guidelines to…