Beat the heat and cool off for free this week at these Sacramento city pools
admin Beat the heat in Sacramento with free admission to eight city pools July 13–17. Free Family Nights run 3–7 p.m.;…
Wellness
Can I swim in Lake Natoma? What to know about E. coli in Sacramento-area waterways
Sacramento-area swimmers were warned ahead of the July Fourth weekend that parts of Lake Natoma were unsafe to swim in…
Amid national surge, officials find 1st West Nile mosquito sample in Yolo County
Yolo County's first mosquito sample of the season tested positive for West Nile in Madison as officials report rising cases…
Blood donations urged as July 4 brings worst blood shortage in two years
Warning issued over nationwide Type O blood supply shortage after July 4; donors urged to book appointments to rebuild supplies…
California is one of worst states for ticks. How to keep kids and pets safe
California ranks among the worst states for ticks in 2025. Learn practical tips to protect kids and pets from bites,…
California is one of worst states for ticks. How to keep kids and pets safe
California ranks among the worst states for ticks in 2025. Learn practical tips to protect kids and pets from bites,…
Lake Natoma swimmers urged to use caution after E. coli detected at beaches
Lake Natoma visitors were urged to use caution after E. coli bacteria were detected at several swimming areas. State Parks…
Lake Natoma swimmers urged to use caution after E. coli detected at beaches
Lake Natoma visitors were urged to use caution after E. coli bacteria were detected at several swimming areas. State Parks…
‘Exotic’ pest taking over habitats in California. What are Turkestan cockroaches?
Turkestan cockroaches are taking over some habitats in California. Here’s what to know about these invasive species and how to…
‘Exotic’ pest taking over habitats in California. What are Turkestan cockroaches?
Turkestan cockroaches are taking over some habitats in California. Here’s what to know about these invasive species and how to…