Sacramento RegionContractor files civil lawsuit over investigation into Yuba County powerhouse disasterJuly 9, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyA company hired to make upgrades and other work on the penstock at New Colgate Powerhouse argues its being painted as a scapegoat after the pipe catastrophically failed in February.
Sacramento RegionPeak Energy brings major battery production facility to SacramentoJuly 8, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe energy company says their sodium-ion batteries are cheaper, safer, and more environmentally friendly than lithium-ion batteries. Their new facility in Sacramento will create up to 230 jobs.
Sacramento RegionBike polo and Dog Party: Sacramento Bike Kitchen celebrates 20 yearsJuly 8, 2026 | Ruth FinchThis Saturday Sacramento Bike Kitchen will host a 20 year anniversary party featuring seven local bands and host a bike polo exhibition match put on by Davis Bike Polo.
Food and SustainabilityOak Park ice cream shop goes nut-free to welcome families with allergiesJuly 8, 2026 | Tony RodriguezFamilies with severe nut allergies often skip trips to ice cream shops because of the risk of cross-contamination, but one Oak Park shop is trying to change that.
Sacramento RegionCity plant operators keep Sacramento’s drinking water safe, but at what cost?July 8, 2026 | Riley PalmerVacancies at Sacramento's water treatment plants are pushing staff to burn out and costing the city a pretty penny. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionOrangevale youth baseball league suffers arsonJuly 7, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisLeaders from the Orangevale Pony Baseball League are asking the arsonist to come forward and are seeking community support.
Sacramento RegionCharges against California dad who drove family off cliff dropped after mental health treatmentJuly 7, 2026A judge has dismissed all charges against a California radiologist accused of trying to kill his family by driving his Tesla off a cliff in 2023. Dharmesh Patel completed a two-year mental health diversion program this week.
Sacramento RegionCapRadio, KVIE receive payouts from tower settlementJuly 7, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskySacramento’s NPR and PBS affiliate stations received a combined $2 million from the Capital Public Radio Endowment. CapRadio also received the title for an Elverta property housing its main broadcasting tower from KVIE.
Sacramento RegionLocal author's '50 dunks' adventure brings wave of self reflection in new bookJuly 6, 2026 | Andrew Garcia | Vicki GonzalezA former Sacramento Bee dining critic had a challenge for herself: do 50 swims before her 50th birthday. Her new book details her aquatic adventures around California. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionHockey-focused sports center on horizon at Sunrise MallJune 30, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisPart of the Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights will be transformed into a 4,000-seat multi-purpose arena featuring two NHL-sized ice sheets.
