Galt Issues Nearly $400,000 in Fines for Illegal Fireworks Violations

The City of Galt has issued $391,000 in administrative fines following investigations into illegal fireworks activity during Independence Day celebrations. Read More »

All-Hawaii Final Crowns Westside Bombers Champions of 2026 Cal Ripken 9-Year-Old PSW Regional Tournament

This July, the small city of Galt, California, became the center of the baseball universe for the youngest stars in the Cal Ripken program. Read More »

Galt Gators Capture 2026 Motherlode Conference Championship

The Galt Gators Swim Team stood atop the podium this weekend as the newly crowned 2026 Motherlode Conference Champions, capping off a season defined by relentless improvement, deep team spirit and a community that rallied together on short notice to make it all happen. Read More »

Cosumnes River Stretch Permanently Protected

A critical stretch of the Cosumnes River – the only undammed river on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada – is now permanently protected and slated for ecological restoration. Read More »

New Plan Forecasts Watershed Climate Resilience

The Regional Water Authority (RWA) and regional partners have completed the American, Bear and Cosumnes Watersheds Resilience Plan, a new climate resilience strategy that evaluates how climate change is expected to affect water supplies, flood risk, ecosystems, infrastructure and communities across one of California’s most important watershed systems. Read More »

EMD and Food Safety Take Center Stage at State Fair

The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) is conducting food safety inspections throughout the California State Fair to help ensure the fair's more than 150 food vendors are serving food safely. Read More »

Rex Connors Earns Third Straight Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List Selection

Senior defensive back Rex Connors has been named to the 2026 Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List, Stats Perform announced on the morning of July 14. Read More »

Applications Open for Second-Annual Republic FC and Wilton Rancheria Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship

n July 13, Republic FC announced its second-annual Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship, in partnership with Wilton Rancheria, for a local student. Read More »

SMF Seeks Public Input to Shape Next 20 Years of Growth

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has launched a public survey as part of its Airport Master Plan update, inviting travelers, residents and community members to share their priorities for the airport's future. Read More »

Sacramento Suburban Water District Opens Vacant Buildings for Rare Firefighter Training Before Demolition

Sacramento Metro Fire crews conduct realistic search-and-rescue, smoke-filled training, roof ventilation and emergency response operations Read More »

Making Affordability Work: How Builder Incentives Help Buyers Get into New Homes

Ask prospective homebuyers about the biggest challenge they face today, and you’ll probably hear the same answer: affordability. Read More »

Sacramento History Museum to Present First-Time Red, White & Vintage Fashion Show

From Victorian to Vanity Fair, The Sacramento History Museum is getting all dolled up for a Red, White & Vintage Fashion Show Read More »

Senate Republicans Stand with Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association Against Tax Increases

California Senate Republicans welcomed reports on June 25 that negotiations between legislative leaders and the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association have resulted in an agreement to preserve California's longstanding Proposition 13 taxpayer protections by maintaining the two-thirds vote requirement for local special tax increases. Read More »

From the Diamond to the Hardwood

Derek Nelson Caps Legendary Career as Liberty Ranch's Male Athlete of the Year Read More »

A Four-Sport Star Who Never Backed Down

Galt High Names Vicente Avalos Male Athlete of the Year Read More »

State of District Highlights Civic Duty, Growth

Ahead of the Cosumnes Community Services District’s regular board meeting on July 1, a special gathering was held in the district’s chamber for its 2026 State of the District address delivered by President Peter Sakaris. Read More »

City Releases 2025 Water Quality Report

The City of Galt has released its 2025 Consumer Confidence Report, reaffirming that the city's drinking water met all state and federal drinking water standards throughout the year while outlining ongoing infrastructure improvements and conservation efforts. Read More »

90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial Crowns Champions at Haggin Oaks

The 90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial concluded recently at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, with junior golfers ages 7–18 competing across two days, July 8-9. Read More »

New Home Market Returns to Pre-Pandemic Levels

June’s new home sales totals are another indication that the new home market in the greater Sacramento region has settled back into pre-pandemic patterns, the North State Building Industry Association reported July 7. Read More »

Track and Field Joins MPSF For Indoor Season

Sacramento State will be one of seven schools joining the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) for indoor track and field beginning in 2026-27 season. Read More »

Women and Children Once Homeless Gather to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Amidst the smell of barbecue and the squeals of children laughing, dozens of Sacramento women who have risen from homelessness gathered with their children and reunited with classmates at William Land Park on June 27 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sacramento nonprofit Women’s Empowerment. Read More »

Emmy Ersdala Competes for Sweden at FIBA U20 Women’s EuroBasket

UC Davis women's basketball rising sophomore Emmy Ersdala has been named to Team Sweden's roster for the 2026 FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket, the Swedish Basketball Federation announced. Read More »

Sacramento County Welcomes Peak Energy to Metro Air Park

Sacramento County today welcomed Peak Energy to Metro Air Park as the company celebrated the opening of its first commercial manufacturing facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Read More »

Six Hornets Named to Preseason All-MAC Team

With just over seven weeks remaining before the opening game of the 2026 season, five members of the Sacramento State football team were named to the Athlon Sports Preseason All-MAC team. Read More »

Coroner Needs Your Help with John Doe Identification

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an unidentified adult male (Coroner Case 26-00572). Read More »

Sacramento County Introducing Staycation Parks Pass

July is Parks and Recreation Month, and Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to experience a summer staycation close to home! Read More »

Match Recap: Republic FC 2 – 1 Rhode Island FC

Republic FC pick up three points at home in the club’s lone July home match. Goals from Kyle Edwards and Meyele Malango were enough to deliver the win against Eastern Conference side Rhode Island FC. Read More »

Nicole Tanoue Wins the 91st Sacramento City Amateur Women’s Golf Championship

The 91st Sacramento City Amateur Women’s Golf Championship was held June 27-28 at Bing Maloney Golf Course, drawing top amateur women golfers from across the region. Read More »

SMUD Sponsors Giving Friday at the State Fair

As part of its ongoing community giving efforts, SMUD is sponsoring Giving Friday at the State Fair, an effort to collect needed items for the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. Read More »

County Confirms Year's First Human West Nile Virus Case

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) and the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District have recorded the first human case of West Nile virus in Sacramento County this year. Read More »

Walker Park Phase II Breaks Ground

Community leaders and project partners broke ground July 6 on the next phase of improvements at Walker Community Park, 380 W. Elm Ave., launching an expansion that will add new youth sports facilities and amenities to the city’s recreation complex located on the west side of town. Read More »

Cal-Waste Offers Residents Free Yearly Bulky Item Pickup Service

Did You Know? Cal-Waste offers Annual Handy Hauler and Bulky Item Pickup services to Galt residents. Each service address is eligible for one free 3.5-cubic-yard Handy Hauler and one free Large Item Pickup per calendar year. Read More »