Sacramento County Local News

The Sacramento Bee looks back on its most impactful stories from 2024.

The increase in lobbyists means there’s now at least one lobbyist for every legislative staff member.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS ARE proving that they play a vital role when it comes to public safety in California. The California Reentry Institute, directed by Collette Carroll to help potential parolees, has graduated more than 230 incarcerated individuals in San Quentin Rehabilitation Center.

Tenant advocates suffered a big defeat this fall when California voters decided against expanding cities’ ability to limit rent increases. But a state law set to take effect Jan. 1 will give renters facing eviction a little more breathing room.

Californians accused of certain drug and retail theft crimes may already be facing stiffer penalties under an initiative voters passed this year, alongside related bills Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law. 

Despite a budget deficit and continued high costs, there was good news and bad news for the California economy in 2024. The next year will depend in part on what the Trump administration does.

California officials continued to fight with cities that don’t want to build more housing and everyone struggled to find more money to pay for new housing.

Following news of the death of pet cats from eating bird flu infected raw food or raw milk, CapRadio has information about how to protect your feline friends.

The Sacramento Bee tracked 2024 traffic deaths for the year. Read on to learn about their findings.

A new state law will keep medical debt off your credit report, sparing a hit to your all-important credit score. This is a big deal for California where millions struggle with unpaid medical bills. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.

Here are some of the most noteworthy 2025 laws that go into effect on Jan. 1.

The California state budget has been a rollercoaster over the past few years. Big deficits generally mean cutting plans and programs.

Learn more about the different categories, the 27 nominees, and the winners of the annual Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest.

A new California law will prohibit state-chartered banks from charging fees for withdrawals that are instantaneously declined.

The invasive South American housecat-sized semi-aquatic rodent is making the Bay Area a new home, and that's a problem. Read on to learn what wildlife officials are doing about it.

Agreement has been reached between a union representing non-educational staff and the Sacramento Unified School District. Read on to learn more about what's included in the new contract.

Fewer than 30% of short term rentals in Citrus Heights are following licensing and tax rules. Learn more about how the city will be increasing enforcement and collecting the 12% tax revenue it is due.

Following resent storm erosion to a levee protecting Sherman Island, residents are advised to remain alert. Read on to learn more and how to sign up for updates from the Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services.

New operating rules for massive Delta systems will increase water deliveries to Southern California cities and some growers. Salmon numbers could drop, especially in dry years.

Learn more about the massive Harvest Water Project which is under construction to process and deliver billions of gallons of reclaimed sewage for agricultural use and to recharge southern Sacramento County groundwater.