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The Sacramento Brief — Sacramento News Update | March 5, 2026
Sacramento morning news podcast covering local crime, public health updates, weather, and events across Sacramento, California.
Sacramento News
- Multiple shootings across Sacramento early Wednesday injured an Uber driver and forced the temporary closure of Highway 160 and southbound Interstate 5 near Richards Boulevard.
- Sacramento Police say the incident began around 5:30 a.m. near Dos Rios and Vine Streets, close to Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School.
- Investigators say a sedan traveling along Highway 160 near Northgate Boulevard was shot at before the driver exited the freeway and called 911.
- The 51-year-old Uber driver, a father of two, was transported to UC Davis Medical Center and is now listed in stable condition.
- California Highway Patrol is leading the investigation because the shooting occurred on a freeway.
- Authorities say a person of interest is now in custody.
U.S. Military / Sacramento
- A Sacramento Army reservist, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan, is believed to have been killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait, according to the Pentagon.
- Marzan served with the 103rd Sustainment Command and was among six U.S. service members killed when a fortified tactical operations center was struck.
- California flags are flying at half-staff at the State Capitol in his honor.
City Watch – Public Health
Sacramento County Public Health has confirmed two measles cases in unvaccinated children, bringing California’s 2026 measles total to 26 cases.
- One case was linked to travel to South Carolina, where an outbreak is underway.
- The second exposure source is still under investigation.
- Health officials say a potential exposure occurred at Kaiser Permanente Roseville Medical Center on March 2nd between 6:55 and 7:14 a.m.
- Doctors say the MMR vaccine is about 97% effective after two doses.
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Sacramento Weather
- Sunny today with a high near 66°.
- Breezy north-northwest winds 13–22 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
- Tonight will be clear with a low around 44°.
Sacramento Events Tonight
6 PM — Cinema Club: Thelmarama in Residence
📍 Crocker Art Museum
A surprise film screening inspired by artwork from the museum’s permanent collection.
https://www.crockerart.org/events/4219/cinema-club-thelmarama-in-residence-4219
7 PM — Fantasy Book Launch with Kalyn Josephson
📍 Knotty Novels at Capital Books
The New York Times bestselling author discusses her new fantasy novel The Library of Amorlin, followed by Q&A and book signing. Admission is free.