August weather is nice -- and fairly normal
People often consider a hot August to be a matter of faith, yet the record shows -- and current conditions attest -- that the month normally provides an uptick in the quality of Sacramento weather and a slight downturn in temperatures.
Rafters participating in Down River Day on Saturday float down the American River near Sunrise Boulevard, taking advantage of the mild weather that has settled into the region.
Sacramento council approves $650,000 tree census
After an acrimonious discussion, the Sacramento City Council voted 7-2 to spend $650,000 to count and assess the health of all the city's trees.
Saturday hours canceled at DMV offices
Saturday hours have been canceled this month at DMV field offices across the state because of budget-related staffing shortages, the agency announced today.
Bill Would Strengthen High-Speed Rail Bond Measure
The state Senate has approved a bill that could boost the chances of voters approving a $9.9 billion high-speed rail bond measure on California's Nov. 4 ballot.
6 Chopper Crew Members Killed In Crash Identified
Seven Oregonians have been identified as victims of the crash of a firefighting helicopter that crashed in Northern California. One was a pilot, and six were firefighters. A total of nine people died in the crash Tuesday night. The names of two have not been released.
Conservation Group To Purchase Land In Hercules
A long struggle between developers and conservationists over hundredsof acres of rural land in the East Bay is expected to come to a closetoday with the announcement the land will be bought by a conservationgroup.
DMV Suspends Saturday Hours Due To Budget Delay
The state budget impasse is forcing more cuts in service for California citizens. The DMV says it is suspending Saturday hours at its offices for the month of August.
