The Sacramento Brief January 28, 2026

[NEWS]

Four people — two adults and two children — were found dead inside a home on the 5400 block of Mill Water Circle in Rancho Cordova. Detectives say it was a murder-suicide. The Coroner is still confirming identities.

A standoff in South Sacramento ended with a suspect in custody last night after officers responded to an armed suspect barricaded inside a home on the 4900 block of 71st Street. No injuries were reported.

[CITY WATCH]

Sacramento’s Community Survey is open through February 13. Residents can share feedback on city services and quality of life.

https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/01/23/community-survey-now-open-giving-residents-a-chance-to-share-feedback-on-life-in-sacramento/

[WEATHER]

Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain, high near 56.

Tonight, a few showers before 10 p.m., low around 43.

[EVENTS]

Windows by Thomas Gillaspy is on view at Viewpoint Photographic Art Center through February 7. Free admission.

https://www.viewpointphotoartcenter.org

Cake Decorating Workshop starts this morning at 9 a.m. at Jolly Bunny in Carmichael. Admission is $55.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cake-decorating-workshop-from-simple-to-stunning-piping-designs-tickets-1218611061489?aff=oddtdtcreator