State GovernmentCalifornia passed a law to curb spikes in gas prices. Why isn’t it using those powers now?March 13, 2026Gasoline has surged to record highs as global oil markets spike amid the Iran war. California built a first-in-the-nation system to police refinery profits during price spikes. Regulators delayed it for five years.
Sacramento RegionSacramento Zoo rounds up flamingos for annual checkupMarch 13, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisThe Sacramento Zoo conducted a “flamingo roundup,” which is an annual health exam for its 51 flamingos in collaboration with the UC Davis Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The exam involves checking eyes, beaks, feet and getting blood drawn.
EnvironmentCould grizzly bears make a return to California after a century-long absence?March 13, 2026 | Chris FeltsA new bill in the state Legislature could be key in returning the grizzly bear to California. It would require the Department of Fish and Wildlife to create a ‘roadmap’ for reintroduction by June 2028.
Sacramento RegionAnother inmate set to be released on parole through California’s elderly parole programMarch 12, 2026 | Ruth FinchGregory Vogelsang was granted parole, and is set to have a follow up hearing next week. He was convicted of nearly 30 counts of kidnapping and sex crimes.
Sacramento RegionSMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity offers free admission for students affected by teacher strikesMarch 12, 2026 | Keyshawn DavisMOSAC is stepping up to help local families by offering free admission to students affected by the Twin Rivers and Natomas Unified School District teacher strikes. Parents' tickets are discounted.
Sacramento RegionSacramento could hike parking fees, again, as city wrestles with $66 million deficitMarch 12, 2026 | Tony RodriguezSacramento city leaders are discussing possible changes to parking rules, including residential permit fees, meter price increases and extended hours, as they search for ways to close a projected $66 million budget deficit.
Sacramento RegionTwin Rivers teachers hit day four of strike as Natomas teachers join themMarch 11, 2026 | Ruth FinchTuesday marked Natomas teachers’ first ever strike, joining Twin Rivers teachers that have been striking since last Thursday. Both want fair pay, benefits and smaller class sizes.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s foster care system is buckling under the weight of this unexpected costMarch 11, 2026Critical infrastructure that holds up California’s foster care system is quietly collapsing in the wake of sex abuse lawsuits, leaving children at risk.
Sacramento RegionPentagon confirms identity of Sacramento-born Army Reservist killed in Iranian drone attackMarch 11, 2026 | Sarit LaschinskyThe Pentagon has positively identified the remains of 54-year-old Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan following a March 1 Iranian drone attack on a command post in Kuwait.
Sacramento RegionSacramento to allow religious kirpan dagger in city council chambersMarch 11, 2026 | Riley PalmerSacramento City Council voted unanimously to allow a religious dagger in the Sikh faith known as a Kirpan into city chambers, a move that expands religious freedom of the Sikh community.
