Sacramento County Localist Articles

From marathoners to casual joggers, enthusiasts can take advantage of the Sacramento region’s diverse trails, terrain, and competitive events.

Since 1947, California has led the United States in the fight against climate change. Here is a list of some of the steps the state has taken to battle global warming, greenhouse gases and air pollution.

Here are 10 of the most often-heard climate change denial claims and arguments. Do any of them hold any water?

Volunteering it a great way to help your community. But you also reap benefits, including the chance to learn skills, reduce isolation and ease polarization.

Don’t just be a spectator in the fight against climate change. Here are some small steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint.

California is a leading producer of agricultural crops. So it’s not surprising to find cutting-edge ideas taking root here.

A guide to Sacramento’s biggest sports teams, best recreational activities, and most beautiful outdoor spaces.

Autumn brings a bounty of concerts, stage productions, art exhibits and family-friendly festivals to Sacramento.

California has some top-notch tourist attractions—with top-shelf prices. Here are some that won’t break the bank.

California wildfires are becoming larger, more frequent and more ferocious. ‘Malibu Burning’ author Robert Kerbeck shares simple steps you can take to protect your home.

Saving water is more important than ever in California, due to the region’s worst drought conditions in 1,200 years. Here are some steps you can take to help.

Feeling stressed? Confused? Or just a little blue? Help is just a phone call away for residents of Sacramento County.

Making it through the earthquake is the easy part. The hard part is surviving in the chaos that follows.

Thinking about making a change in your relationship to drugs and alcohol? Here are some things to consider.

The climate change era has created a whole new set of terms for a wide variety of storms and other weather phenomena. Here are some of the most important.

California residents can turn to these public and private entities to help prepare for wildfires and protect their property.

These organizations aim to help citizens engage with their governments.

About 1.8 million veterans live in California. Here are some organizations dedicated to serving the needs of those who served America.

Sacramento’s rich past can be explored by visiting its many and varied historical museums.

A dive into Sacramento’s local artists and cultural event calendars.