The Sacramento Brief, January 23, 2026

[NEWS]

• Developing: Shooting near Fulton Ave & Hurley Way. One person critically injured by gunfire, a second critically injured in a related crash, and a third hurt in an associated fight. A Sacramento Metro Fire engine was struck by gunfire; no firefighters injured. Sheriff’s units and detectives remain on scene.

[CITY WATCH]

• Public Health Alert: Toxic Death Cap mushrooms are spreading after recent rain. Sacramento County Public Health urges residents to avoid all wild mushroom foraging. Four local poisonings reported; multiple deaths statewide. If exposed, call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222.
• Warm Line Update: The former National Warm Line (855-642-6222) is out of service. For emotional or behavioral health support, call or text 988 anytime.

🔗 https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/SacCounty-News.html#gsc.tab=0

[WEATHER]

• Friday: Dense fog through mid-morning, then mostly cloudy. High 54.
• Tonight: Mostly cloudy, low 41.
• Weekend: Brighter Saturday near 60, breezy at times. Cooler, mostly cloudy Sunday around 55.

[EVENTS]

• Midtown Stomp – Swing dancing + beginner lesson, Friday night, 2534 Industrial Blvd. 🔗 https://midtownstomp.com/dance-events/
• Fleetwood Mask – Fleetwood Mac tribute endorsed by Mick Fleetwood, Friday 7:30p, Crest Theatre. Tickets from $34. 🔗 https://fleetwoodmask.com
• Sierra Youth Orchestra Festival – Five youth orchestras unite, Saturday 3p, Sacramento Memorial Auditorium, 1515 J St. 🔗 https://www.universe.com/events/sierra-youth-orchestra-festival-tickets-DJRKS6
• Beginning Photography Class – Hands-on workshop with Laurie Gallant, Saturday 1–4p, Sierra 2 Green, 2791 24th St. 🔗 https://secure.qgiv.com/for/101for101years/event/beginningphotography/
• Teen Volunteer Hours (No Paperwork) – Arcade Library, Saturday 4–5:30p, 2443 Marconi Ave. 🔗 https://engage.saclibrary.org/event/11573952
• Sacramento Chocolate Salon – Artisan chocolate tastings, Sunday 11–4:30, The Citizen Hotel, 926 J St. 🔗 https://www.sacchocolatesalon.com