KCRA 3 Sacramento
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KCRA 3 Sacramento is a local news outlet based in Sacramento, California, covering regional news including crime, elections, court cases, and community events.
- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
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- NorCal forecast: Impact Days Wednesday through Saturday over fire risk, heat concernsNorthern California faces Impact Days from Wednesday to Saturday due to wind and heat, according to KCRA 3's weather team.
- PSPS map: Where PG&E could cut power on Wednesday, ThursdayPG&E may cut power in parts of eight California counties on Wednesday and Thursday to prevent equipment-related vegetation fires.
- Yolo County fire crews prepare for red flag warning as PG&E plans power shutoffsYolo County fire crews are preparing for a red flag warning by reinforcing containment lines and positioning resources, as PG&E plans power shutoffs for thousands of customers due to strong winds and dry conditions.
- Sacramento City Council approves $1.7 billion budget in 7-2 voteThe Sacramento City Council approved a $1.7 billion budget in a 7-2 vote, closing a $66 million deficit by preserving some programs and eliminating jobs, while facing criticism from residents and two council members.
- Modesto council votes to restore Fourth Street Park nameModesto city leaders voted to rename Cesar Chavez Park back to Fourth Street Park after public discussions and resident input. The park is undergoing renovation and will reopen later this year.
- Davis stabbings retrial: Witness whose call to police led to Dominguez's arrest testifiesCarlos Dominguez's retrial for a 2023 stabbing spree continued as a witness who called police leading to his arrest testified. Prosecutors allege he killed two men and injured a woman, with the case now focusing on second-degree murder after a deadlocked first trial.
- Sacramento County supervisors propose rooster limits in unincorporated areasSacramento County supervisors introduced an ordinance to limit the number of roosters in unincorporated areas, proposing one rooster per 14,500 square feet and two roosters for neighborhood residents. The measure aims to address noise complaints from neighbors affected by large numbers of roosters.
- Modesto City Council votes down soccer stadium planThe Modesto City Council rejected a plan to build a soccer stadium due to financial concerns, including a $43 million funding gap that could lead to generational debt.
- Putah Fire: Evacuation warnings lifted for fire burning in Yolo CountyEvacuation warnings for the Putah Fire in Yolo County have been lifted as Cal Fire works to contain the 361-acre fire that started as a prescribed burn. The fire, near Lake Berryessa, prompted road closures and posed risks to power infrastructure but no structures are currently threatened.
- Fairfield Mayor Catherine Moy announces her early resignationFairfield Mayor Catherine Moy resigned early, citing health issues and allegations against city council colleagues. Her resignation took effect Tuesday, with Vice Mayor Pam Bertani becoming acting mayor.
- Arena football set to return to StocktonArena football is returning to Stockton with the new Stockton Crusaders team, set to play at Adventist Health Arena starting next spring. The team was announced by Stockton Live, with Kurt Bryan as head coach.
- Sacramento County approves 10-year deal for music festivals at Discovery ParkSacramento County supervisors approved a 10-year agreement with Danny Wimmer Presents to host up to three multi-day music festivals annually at Discovery Park through 2035, ensuring events like Aftershock and GoldenSky remain in Sacramento.
- Police pursuit leaves one person dead after car crashes into Modesto homeA police pursuit in Modesto resulted in a car crashing into a home, killing one person inside. The driver, Zachary Noble, was under the influence of alcohol and faced multiple charges.
- Sacramento K Street shooting trial: Lead investigator's cross examinationThe trial of the K Street shooting in Sacramento continued with the defense cross-examining the lead detective, focusing on the defendant's movements, bullet casings, and the possibility that another individual fired first.
- Kevin Kiley, Richard Pan advance in race for newly redrawn California House districtKevin Kiley and Richard Pan advanced to the November election in California's newly redrawn House district, highlighting the impact of Democratic redistricting efforts and generational shifts within the party.