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NEWS No major overnight incidents — but this week, officers responded to a fight near Truxel Rd and San Juan Rd where one suspect was arrested with an illegally concealed firearm. Evidence of a shooting was also located near Watermist Way and Cancion St — no injuries reported. At Del Paso Blvd and Arden Way, an occupied stolen vehicle was recovered and the driver arrested. And in Central Sacramento, a cyclist fleeing a stop near North B St and Dos Rios St was detained on a probation violation warrant. Officers also located evidence of gunfire in the 400 block of Ford Ave — with no reported victims or damage. https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx CITY WATCH Sacramento County is marking two years of PAWS — Pets Aid & Wellness Services — a mobile vet program delivering prevention, vaccines, microchipping and basic care directly to underserved communities. Services jumped from 158 in 2023 to more than 1,500 annually — with $200,000 already raised toward a new medical trailer to expand spay-neuter and dental care. https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/celebrating-two-years-of-paws-keeping-pets-and-people-together.html#gsc.tab=0 WEATHER Dense fog clears by mid-morning for gradual sunshine and a high near 71. Tonight — mostly cloudy with a low around 50 and calm winds. EVENTS Tonight, the Crocker Art Museum presents Come Closer: Ruby Ibarra from 7 to 9PM — with a pre-show DJ set from 5:30. https://www.crockerart.org/events/4209/come-closer-ruby-ibarra Also kicking off — Improv 101 at the Comedy Spot Training Center, Thursdays from 7 to 9PM through April 23rd. https://saccomedyspot.vbotickets.com/event/improv_101_class/75086 And get creative at Poppy + Pot with Play in Clay with Kev — glaze and decorate runs today from 4 to 6:30PM. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/101for101years/event/playincalywithkevaslabbuildingworkshop/
[NEWS] A Sacramento jury has convicted Song Landis of first-degree murder in a 2022 shooting along the Marconi Avenue corridor. He faces up to 75 years to life. Sentencing is set for May 8th. In a separate case, 57-year-old Javier Arizmendi has been sentenced to 54 years to life for grooming and sexually assaulting a child he met on Xbox Live. He’ll be eligible for Elder Parole after serving about 20 years. https://www.sacda.org/category/media/press-release/ [CITY WATCH] At the 2026 State of Downtown address, Downtown Sacramento Partnership leaders outlined a 10-year vision focused on safety, cleanliness, and building a vibrant 24-hour central city. Urban planner Jeff Speck delivered the keynote on walkable city design. https://www.downtownsac.org/downtown-sac-experiences/state-of-downtown/ [WEATHER] Slight chance of morning rain, then mostly cloudy with a high near 67. Tonight, partly cloudy with a low around 50. [EVENTS] Anthony Ray Hinton speaks tonight at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center from 7 to 9 p.m. https://www.sacramentospeakers.com Also tonight, The Broken Home Showcase hits Laughs Unlimited from 7 to 8:30 p.m. https://www.laughsunlimited.com
[NEWS] Sacramento County Sheriff’s officials are warning the public following the early parole of David Allen Funston — convicted of kidnapping and molesting multiple young children. Funston, now 64, was serving more than 20 years plus three consecutive 25-to-life terms. His release under California’s Elderly Parole Program is raising public safety concerns. https://x.com/sacsheriff/status/2026066143480516643/video/1 [CITY WATCH] Street sweeping has resumed across Sacramento and will run monthly through October on public roads with curbs and gutters. Residents can check service dates and set move-your-car reminders using the free SacRecycle app. https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/02/20/street-sweeping-begins-again-on-sacramento-streets/ [WEATHER] Rain Tuesday with a high near 60 and gusts up to 22 mph. Up to a half inch possible. Rain continues tonight before 10 p.m., with a low around 55. [EVENTS] Sacramento Science on Tap: The New Science of Love and Connection 6:30–7:30 p.m. | ENLIGHTENMENT Salon https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramento-science-on-tap-the-new-science-of-love-and-connection-tickets-1983058000863?aff=oddtdtcreator Words Take Wing Evening Program 6–8 p.m. | Tsakopoulos Library Galleria https://engage.saclibrary.org/event/15595511
[NEWS] Sacramento Police are investigating a fatal shooting Friday night in the 1500 block of West El Camino Avenue. An adult male later died at a nearby hospital. No suspect information has been released. Saturday night, four juveniles were arrested following a robbery at knifepoint in the 3000 block of Power Inn Road. And early Sunday morning, six people were injured in a Midtown hit-and-run crash near 20th and P Streets. Two victims suffered critical but non-life-threatening injuries. The driver fled on foot. [CITY WATCH] Planning a public event in Sacramento? The City is hosting a free Sac Scenes & Sounds permitting workshop February 26 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the North Natomas Community Center. Learn how to secure Special Event Permits for gatherings of more than 50 people. Networking begins at 2:30 p.m. RSVP on Eventbrite. https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/02/18/learn-how-to-navigate-public-event-permitting-at-a-feb-26-training/ [EVENTS] Join the Sacramento Historical Society Tuesday, February 24 at 6:30 p.m. at Columbus Hall on the Sacramento State campus for a talk on Wells Fargo’s role in shaping early Sacramento. Registration encouraged. https://www.sachistoricalsociety.org/events-1/wells-fargos-pivotal-role-in-shaping-sacramento Tonight, unwind with Yin Yoga at Ritual Wellness House, led by Eliza Maroney at Antiquité Midtown, 2114 P Street. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yin-yoga-at-ritual-wellness-house-tickets-1761739192349?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
I’m Carol — it’s Friday, February 20, 2026. Let’s get you caught up. [NEWS] One person was hospitalized with serious injuries after a vehicle went off the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard overpass and landed on northbound Highway 99 Thursday night, according to CHP. The crash caused several minor collisions. No other injuries were reported. All lanes are now open. The cause remains under investigation. In other developments— A 20-year-old man disarmed by an off-duty officer during an all-school Mass at St. Mary Parish School on Wednesday is now facing federal charges. Prosecutors say Brian Richard Girardot Jr. possessed a firearm within a school zone. Investigators also report finding additional ammunition in his vehicle and threatening handwritten notes at his home. The FBI and Sacramento Police continue to investigate. [WEATHER] Widespread frost is expected before 8:00 a.m.—followed by mostly sunny skies with a high near 51. Light south-southeast winds today. Patchy frost returns after 2:00 a.m. tonight under partly cloudy skies, with overnight lows around 36. [EVENTS] The SUD Voices for Change Listening Session takes place today from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the California Automobile Museum, 2200 Front Street. This free, registration-required session invites individuals impacted by substance use disorders to share lived experiences and help guide opioid settlement funding decisions. Breakfast is provided, and participants may receive up to a $45 gift card for full participation. More info: https://caadpe.org/listening-sessions-live/ Celebration Arts Theatre continues its 40th season with The Colored Museum, running February 19th through the 22nd at 2727 B Street. Evening shows begin at 7:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 2:00 p.m. Tickets range from $10 to $25. Details: https://celebrationarts.vbotickets.com/events And tonight— Live at the Village returns with Carla Fleming and Friends from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Village of OM, 1915 S Street—featuring live music, small bites, and drink specials for a smooth Midtown wind-down. DONATE https://gofund.me/757b11801
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 I’m Carol — let’s get you caught up. [NEWS] Four arrests have been made following a months-long narcotics investigation in Placer County. Roseville Police say search warrants at multiple homes uncovered cocaine, alprazolam pills, nearly eight pounds of marijuana, and packaging materials tied to drug sales. Officers also seized suppressors, short-barreled rifles, an illegal rifle, 3D-printed firearm parts, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. All four suspects were booked on drug- and weapons-related charges. The investigation is ongoing. [CITY WATCH] Sacramento is facing a projected $66.2 million budget deficit as planning begins for the 2026–27 fiscal year. Officials cite rising homelessness response costs, labor contracts, and pensions as key drivers. City leaders have already redirected $7.7 million in savings, with additional reductions under review ahead of final budget adoption in June. [WEATHER] Mostly cloudy Wednesday with rain likely after 4 p.m. High near 49. Rain becomes steadier overnight with a low around 40 and gusts up to 23 mph. Up to a quarter inch of rain possible. [EVENTS] AEW Dynamite hits the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium tonight. 📍 1515 J Street 🕓 Doors open at 4:30 p.m. 🔗 https://www.allelitewrestling.com/aew-event/aew-dynamite-sacramento Or— Support Front Street Shelter’s HOAP program at Trivia for a Great Cause: We Love Our Pets. 📍 Enlightenment Salon, 2221 10th Street 🕡 6:30–8:30 p.m. 💲 $5 entry + pet supply donation encouraged 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trivia-for-a-great-cause-we-love-our-pets-tickets-1982243285026?aff=oddtdtcreator
The Sacramento Brief — RSS Show Notes [NEWS] • Traffic stop near Elk Grove Florin Rd & Gerber Rd ended in a shooting Monday night. No deputies injured. Suspect hospitalized. Investigation ongoing. • Police searching for suspects after 7 business burglaries in ~24 hours across Curtis Park, Land Park & Tahoe Park. Targets include Sac City Brew, Milano’s Pizza, Bacon & Butter, Happy Takeout, Tasty Dumpling, Oscar’s Very Mexican Food & Pangaea Bier Cafe. No confirmed connection yet. [WEATHER] • Rain before 10 a.m. with showers and possible thunderstorms through the afternoon. • High near 48. South winds gusting up to 32 mph. • Up to 0.75” of rain possible. • Tonight: Rain likely before 10 p.m., then mostly cloudy. Low around 36 with gusts up to 21 mph. [EVENTS] • Art Play at the Atelier | Feb 14–27 2118 19th St | $15–$20 https://theateliersac.com/toddler-art-play/#waitlist • Black History Month Self-Guided Tour California Museum | 1020 O St | $8–$10 https://californiamuseum.org/visit/events-public-programs/black-history-self-guided-tour/
[NEWS] Sacramento Police have arrested 31-year-old Brianna Butcher in connection with the death of 3-year-old Jeremiah Cash Carter, who was found with blunt-force trauma Thursday afternoon. The investigation remains ongoing. Officers also made a felony assault arrest around 3:29 a.m. at K Street and 9th Street after a woman allegedly swung a knife at a security guard. And in South Sacramento, a driver was arrested in the 3300 block of Fruitridge Road after officers located an occupied stolen vehicle and confirmed an active felony warrant. [CITY WATCH] The City will activate weather-respite operations at the Outreach and Engagement Center February 15th through the 19th due to forecasted rain. Last week, the City’s Incident Management Team responded to more than 650 calls for service—offering shelter and services while coordinating cleanups across North Sacramento and East Del Paso Heights. https://sacramentocityexpress.com/category/homelessness/ [WEATHER] Rain today with patchy fog before 3 p.m. High near 51 with up to an inch possible. Rain returns after 4 a.m. Monday. Low around 42 with an additional tenth to quarter inch expected. [EVENTS] Free tax prep is available through April 15th at United Way California Capital Region, 10389 Old Placerville Road in Sacramento, for households earning under $68,000. https://www.yourlocalunitedway.org/our-work/financial-security/free-tax-preparation/ And now through March 8th, Waters of China: North and South is on display at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Sacramento, 2425 Sierra Boulevard, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. https://uuss.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/200715560
[NEWS] Sacramento police are investigating a suspicious death after a 3-year-old boy was found dead Thursday afternoon in the 3300 block of Douglas Street. The cause of death has not been released. The investigation is ongoing. In Mather, deputies responded to a domestic violence incident in the 4300 block of McRoberts Drive. The victim was safely located, and the armed suspect later surrendered and was taken into custody. Officers also responded to a disturbance around 12:25 a.m. in the 2700 block of Oakmont Street, where an illegally possessed loaded shotgun was found in a suspect’s trunk. An arrest was made. [CITY WATCH] From February 12th through the 14th, Front Street Animal Shelter is hosting a Doggie Day Out Valentine’s event. Pre-registration is required. Pickup begins at 9 a.m., with returns between 1 and 4 p.m. at 2127 Front Street. More info: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/02/06/looking-for-a-valentine-take-a-shelter-dog-on-a-date/ [WEATHER] Today stays mostly sunny with a high near 63 and patchy fog overnight. Saturday starts foggy, then turns cloudy with a high near 60 and a slight chance of rain overnight. Rain becomes likely Sunday after 10 a.m. with a high near 59, continuing into Sunday night. [EVENTS] Tonight, Gallery 1075 at 1075 West Capitol Avenue in West Sacramento hosts its Annual Black History Month Art Show reception from 6 to 8 p.m. https://www.cityofwestsacramento.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/9478/318 Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m., the Sacramento Fine Arts Center at 5330 Gibbons Drive in Carmichael hosts its free Second Saturday Reception. https://www.sacfinearts.org/events#!event-list At 8 p.m., Sacramento Comedy Spot at 1050 20th Street presents STEM Fatales. https://saccomedyspot.vbotickets.com/event/stem_fatales/119671 Sunday at 10 a.m., the Sierra 2 Center at 2791 24th Street offers an Oil Painting for Beginners workshop. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/101for101years/event/oilpaintingforbeginners/ And from 3 to 6 p.m., Glow Studio at 1020 Front Street hosts a Galentine’s Clothing Swap and Mini Market. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-galentines-clothing-swap-mini-market-tickets-1970098995128