The Sacramento Brief

Carol M
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The Sacramento Brief delivers your essential local headlines in under 10 minutes — clear, concise, and always current. Hosted by Carol, this weekday morning podcast recaps overnight news, city updates, weather alerts, and upcoming events across Sacramento. Whether you’re commuting, sipping your coffee, or checking the headlines before school drop-off, stay informed without the noise. Sacramento deserves a voice that informs, not inflames. This is your daily dose of clarity.

  1. 13h ago

    The Sacramento Brief Tuesday October 6, 2026 | Deadly Sagemill Way Stabbing, Triple-Digit Heat & Sacramento’s New Reentry Health Program

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! The Sacramento Brief — Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Today on The Sacramento Brief: • Sacramento police are investigating a deadly stabbing on Sagemill Way that left one man dead. Detectives say the case remains under investigation, with no suspect information released at this time. Sacramento Police Department: https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2106537805325410560?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew • Sacramento is in for another hot day, with sunshine and a high near 100 degrees before temperatures cool into the mid-60s overnight. National Weather Service forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 • Sacramento County has launched a new CalAIM Justice-Involved Initiative designed to connect eligible people with health care and support services before they leave custody. Learn more from Sacramento County: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/new-calaim-initiative-connects-justice-involved-individuals-to-h.html EVENTS Singles Night at Escapology Sacramento Tuesday, October 6 7:00 PM–10:35 PM 405 K Street, Sacramento Meet new people while working together through an escape room experience. https://www.escapology.com/en/sacramento-ca Tuesday Vibes — Line Dance Class Presented by The Honey Steppers 4311 Attawa Avenue, Sacramento A weekly 18+ line dance class for all experience levels, with no partner required. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tuesday-vibes-line-dance-class-tickets-1996748657987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Thanks for listening to The Sacramento Brief.

  2. 1d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Monday October 5, 2026 | Deadly Deputy-Involved Shooting Near Marconi & Eastern

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! In today’s Sacramento Brief: A man is dead following a deputy-involved shooting near Marconi and Eastern avenues, Sacramento police report a DUI pursuit arrest and a juvenile firearm arrest, and Sacramento starts the week with temperatures near 100 degrees. We also look at Sacramento’s upcoming Cultural Tourism Symposium, plus two Monday night events: Crocker x Common Knowledge and RAD Art Night. LINKS Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office update: https://x.com/sacsheriff/status/2106838449244479965 Sacramento Police Department Daily Activity Log: https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx National Weather Service — Sacramento Forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 Sacramento Cultural Tourism Symposium — October 14: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/10/02/register-for-sacramentos-cultural-tourism-symposium-oct-14/ Crocker x Common Knowledge: https://www.crockerart.org/events/5026/crocker-x-common-knowledge Two Rivers Cider Company — RAD Art Night: https://www.tworiverscider.com/

  3. 4d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Friday October 2, 2026| Fair Oaks Music Teacher Arrested, Sacramento Weekend Events

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Today on The Sacramento Brief: • Sacramento County detectives arrest a Fair Oaks music instructor in a child sexual abuse material investigation. Sacramento County Sheriff: https://x.com/sacsheriff/status/2105795613556412549?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew • A repeat DUI offender is convicted of second-degree murder and hit-and-run in the 2024 death of bicyclist Jordan Rodriguez. Sacramento County District Attorney: https://www.sacda.org/2026/10/repeat-dui-offender-convicted-of-murder-hit-and-run-causing-death-of-bicyclist/ • Sacramento heads into a hot weekend, with highs near 98 Saturday and Sunday. National Weather Service: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 • Sacramento County launches the Healthy Beginnings Perinatal Program for pregnant and parenting women. Sacramento County: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/new-program-brings-treatment-and-support-services-together-for-p.html Weekend Events WAL First Friday https://www.instagram.com/walpublicmarket The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Crest Theatre https://cresttheater.com Movies Under the Stars — Old Sacramento Waterfront https://www.downtownsac.org/downtown-sac-experiences/ Colonial Parkfest https://www.instagram.com/colonialparkfest Taste of North Sacramento https://www.tastenorthsacramento.org/ Sip, Savor & Support — Sierra 2 Center https://sierra2.org/event/sip-savor-support/

  4. 5d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Thursday October 1,2026 | Tragic Crash, Warm October Start & Things to Do Tonight

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Today on The Sacramento Brief: A 10-year-old has died following a head-on crash in Sacramento County, with two others critically injured. Plus, sunny skies and a warm start to October, Sacramento County highlights the importance of kinship care, and two Thursday night events along Broadway — wine tasting at Oak Park Brewing Company and Crafts & Cocktails. Links & Resources CHP Traffic Information https://www.chp.ca.gov/traffic/ Sacramento Weather — National Weather Service https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 Sacramento County Kinship https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/sacramento-countys-commitment-to-kinship-connections-.html Winetasting with the Winemaker — Oak Park Brewing Co. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winetasting-with-the-winemaker-tickets-1983466343226?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Thursday Crafts & Cocktails — Classy Hippie Tea Company https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thursday-crafts-cocktails-tickets-1999137173100?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

  5. 6d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Wednesday September 30,2026. | Shooting Investigation, City Updates & Midweek Events

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! One person was injured in a shooting Tuesday night in Sacramento County’s Lemon Hill area, while Sacramento Police reported an arrest after a downtown burglary involving a knife. Also in today’s Sacramento Brief: a sunny Wednesday forecast, City updates on hazardous-waste disposal, guaranteed income for eligible foster youth, Stockton Boulevard grants, upcoming community events, and two relaxing ways to spend your Wednesday evening. Sacramento Police Daily Activity Log https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx National Weather Service — Sacramento Forecast https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 City of Sacramento — What’s Happening Around Sacramento https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/09/29/from-the-city-manager-whats-happening-around-sacramento-8/ Yoga + Art Exhibit — Albert Winn Park https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-art-exhibit-tickets-2002247236383?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Breathwork in the Park — Tahoe Park https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breathwork-in-the-park-tickets-1992179250767?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

  6. Sep 29

    The Sacramento Brief Tuesday September 29,2026| South Sac Standoff Ends; Union Plaza Name Moves Forward

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! THE SACRAMENTO BRIEF — Tuesday, September 29, 2026 A South Sacramento standoff ends with a man in custody, Sacramento Police report a firearm arrest near Fruitridge and MLK, and City staff recommend Union Plaza as a possible new name for Cesar Chavez Plaza. Plus, sunshine and a warm afternoon, and two Sacramento events happening tonight. NEWS Sacramento Police Daily Activity Log https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx WEATHER National Weather Service — Sacramento https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH City recommends Union Plaza as new name for Cesar Chavez Plaza https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/09/25/community-input-leads-to-recommendation-to-rename-cesar-chavez-plaza-as-union-plaza/ EVENTS Make Your Own Moon Lamp — Clubhouse 56 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-moon-lamp-tickets-2000361035706 SacFALA Gala: Pamana Heritage & Legacy — California Automobile Museum https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacfala-gala-pamana-heritage-legacy-tickets-1999146829984

  7. Sep 28

    The Sacramento Brief Monday, September 28, 2026| Arden Way Shooting Arrest, Memorial Auditorium Turns 100 & Monday Events

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! A Fresno man has been arrested following a deadly shooting on Arden Way that left one woman dead and another critically injured. Also in today’s Sacramento Brief: • Sacramento’s Monday forecast calls for clearing skies and a high near 86. • The City is preparing a yearlong celebration for Memorial Auditorium’s 100th anniversary in 2027. • Tonight’s events include an Enlightenment movie night inspired by Jane Goodall and free Pilates at James Marshall Park. LINKS Sacramento Police — Arden Way shooting investigation https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2104310463463030981 National Weather Service — Sacramento forecast https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 City of Sacramento — Memorial Auditorium 100th anniversary https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/09/24/city-to-celebrate-memorial-auditoriums-100th-anniversary-in-2027/ Enlightenment Movie Night https://www.eventbrite.com/e/enlightenment-movie-night-in-the-jungle-with-jane-goodall-tickets-1999316652929?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Pilates at Marshall Park https://exploremidtown.org/freshair/

  8. Sep 25

    The Sacramento Brief Friday September 25, 2026 | Sacramento Crime, County Costs & What’s Happening This Weekend

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Today on The Sacramento Brief: • A Sacramento man is sentenced to more than 31 years in prison for a 2023 shooting that injured two people. Sacramento County District Attorney: https://www.sacda.org/category/media/press-release/ • Sacramento heads into a cooler weekend, with highs dropping from the mid-80s Friday to the mid-70s by Sunday. National Weather Service forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 • Sacramento County moves forward with proposed residential solid-waste rate increases, updated facility fees and expanded bulky-waste pickup service. Sacramento County Waste Management & Recycling: https://wmr.saccounty.gov • Weekend events at The Village include live music Friday and Poetry at the OM on Sunday. The Village: https://villageofom.com

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The Sacramento Brief delivers your essential local headlines in under 10 minutes — clear, concise, and always current. Hosted by Carol, this weekday morning podcast recaps overnight news, city updates, weather alerts, and upcoming events across Sacramento. Whether you’re commuting, sipping your coffee, or checking the headlines before school drop-off, stay informed without the noise. Sacramento deserves a voice that informs, not inflames. This is your daily dose of clarity.

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  • Creator
    Carol M
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    330
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Carol Mondine
  • Show Website
    The Sacramento Brief

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