The Sacramento Brief Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - Child Sex Assault Conviction, Firearm Arrest & Vision Zero Safety Plan

SHOW NOTES

NEWS

* Sacramento County jury convicts Phillip Pherigo on 21 counts of child sexual assault. Sentencing is scheduled for October 2.

* Sacramento Police arrest one suspect on firearms charges after an overnight disturbance near Nixos Way and Meadowview Road.

CITY WATCH

* The City of Sacramento has released its draft Vision Zero Action Plan and is seeking public feedback through August 17. Community workshops begin June 22.

WEATHER

* Sunny with a high near 93°.

* Clear tonight with a low around 58°.

EVENTS

* Outdoor Yoga at Fremont Park

* Tuesday, June 16

* 6:00–7:00 p.m.

* Free admission.

* Hella Black Collective

* Friday, June 19

* Sacramento Comedy Spot

* Doors: 7:10 p.m.

* Show: 7:30 p.m.

LINKS

* Sacramento County District Attorney – Child Sexual Assault Conviction:

https://www.sacda.org/2026/06/defendant-convicted-of-21-counts-child-sexual-assault/

* Sacramento Police Department Daily Activity:

https://www.sacpd.org/

* Draft Vision Zero Action Plan:

https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/06/15/draft-vision-zero-action-plan-outlines-path-toward-safer-streets/

* Review the Vision Zero Action Plan & Submit Comments:

https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/public-works/mobility-and-sustainability/transportation-planning/vision-zero.html

* Outdoor Yoga at Fremont Park:

https://exploremidtown.org/freshair/

* Hella Black Collective Tickets:

https://saccomedyspot.vbotickets.com/event/hella_black_collective/192810

* National Weather Service Sacramento Forecast:

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?textField1=38.5816&textField2=-121.4944