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Long lines and frustration at Sacramento's Funderland over discounted season passes
39+ min ago (376+ words) Hundreds of families left disappointed after waiting hours for discounted season passes at Funderland in Sacramento, only to be turned away when the gates closed. Funderland Amusement Park in Sacramento faced long lines and growing frustration as families waited for…...
Is age 50 elderly? The law that allows violent inmates to get out of prison early
1+ hour, 55+ min ago (949+ words) California's elder parole law, which allows criminals aged 50 and older to be considered for early release, is under scrutiny as victims and advocates express concerns about the potential release of violent offenders. California's elder parole law, which considers convicts aged…...
Sheriff searching for Savannah Guthrie's missing mom calls lack of video a disappointing setback
7+ hour ago (651+ words) The sheriff investigating the apparent abduction of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie's mother said Friday he was frustrated that a camera at Nancy Guthrie 's home wasn't able to capture images of anyone the day she went missing. Investigators have…...
Sacramento City Unified School District leaders optimistic despite $113 million deficit
7+ hour, 35+ min ago (505+ words) Sacramento City Unified School District leaders expressed optimism Friday about avoiding state takeover despite facing a $113 million budget deficit, identifying plans to save nearly $44 million. Sacramento City Unified School District leaders expressed optimism Friday about making progress toward resolving its…...
'A huge win for midlife women.' CA governor proposes menopause support in 2026-27 budget
9+ hour, 24+ min ago (190+ words) After vetoing a menopause care bill last fall, Newsom unveils proposal to improve access to menopause resources, education Governor Gavin Newsom's office announced a budget trailer bill proposal this week that aims to improve healthcare support for women entering mid-life....
Why Mariah Carey was chosen to perform at the Olympic Opening Ceremony
10+ hour, 35+ min ago (389+ words) Mariah Carey, the five-time Grammy Award-winning singer, performed at Milan's San Siro stadium on Friday during the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony. The "Someday" singer, dressed in a sequined white dress, performed the iconic 1958 Italian song "Nel blu, dipinto…...
Body believed to be Lil Jon's son D.J. Young Slade is found in pond near Atlanta
12+ hour, 27+ min ago (371+ words) A person believed to be the son of rapper Lil Jon has been found dead in a pond north of Atlanta, police said Friday. Nathan Smith, known professionally as D.J. Young Slade, left his home in Milton "under unusual circumstances" early…...
Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it
12+ hour, 42+ min ago (785+ words) President Donald Trump's social media post featuring former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle was deleted after a backlash from both Republicans and Democrats who criticized the video as racist. The post was…...
Uber driver faces up to one year in jail after groping, fondling UC Davis student, Yolo DA says
14+ hour, 12+ min ago (197+ words) Uber driver faces up to one year in jail after groping, fondling UC Davis student, Yolo DA says'KCRA A Yolo County jury convicted an Uber driver of groping and other unwanted sexual advances on a UC Davis student, according to…...
SacTown Mardi Gras returns to Broadway with parade, concert, food & wellness festival
15+ hour, 43+ min ago (167+ words) SacTown Mardi Gras returns to Broadway with parade, concert, food & wellness festival'KCRA The parade is scheduled to roll at 10:45 a.m. from the Oak Park Community Center, with gates opening at 11 a.m. Sacramento will see a full day of Mardi Gras culture and…...