The Sacramento Brief December 22, 2025

I’m Carol — it’s Monday, December 22, 2025. Let’s get you caught up.

NEWS

• A suspect believed to be connected to a shooting yesterday has been safely detained after a barricaded standoff in South Sacramento. The incident occurred at a home on the 8300 block of Fieldpoppy Circle, where SWAT, K-9, crisis negotiators, and a drone team responded. The suspect is being transported to jail. Authorities say his identity and booking photo will be released after processing.
• Deputies were also active countywide as part of a retail theft enforcement operation. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office says its Organized Retail Crime Task Force made multiple arrests over three days, including 17 on Day Three at major shopping centers. Officials say the goal is reducing repeat retail theft that impacts businesses and shoppers. Some cases now qualify as felonies under Proposition 36. Enforcement continues through the holiday season.
• Investigators are asking for help in a deadly hit-and-run. A 25-year-old woman was killed Saturday night while crossing Bruceville Road just south of Di Lusso Drive. Authorities say she was struck by a southbound vehicle near the center of the roadway just after 8 p.m. and died at the scene. The suspect vehicle is described as a dark-colored SUV. The driver fled, and the investigation is ongoing.

WEATHER

• Showers today with a high near 58. South-southeast winds 6 to 8 mph. Rain chances at 90%, with up to a half inch possible.

CITY WATCH

• Weather Respite

https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2025-articles/county-activates-weather-respite-beginning-december-11.html#gsc.tab=0

EVENTS

• Historic Old Sacramento Walking Food Tour — a guided waterfront stroll featuring local tastings and Gold Rush history. https://sactownbites.com/product/historic-old-sacramento-walking-food-tour/
• Monday Night Putters Spring League at Tipsy Putt DOCO — partner mini-golf, creative challenges, and prizes. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monday-night-putters-sacramento-fall-season-tickets-1271629009599
• Prayer in Motion: Pilates & Praise — Mondays at 7 p.m. in Carmichael, blending movement, worship music, and reflection. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prayer-in-motion-pilates-praise-mondays-tickets-1778886199509