The Sacramento Brief

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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. 4h ago

    The SACRAMENTO Brief Thursday November 5, 2026 | Arrest After Standoff, Sacramento Prepares for Storms

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE Arrest After Standoff, Sacramento Prepares for Storms Thursday, November 5, 2026 | The Sacramento Brief NEWS Sacramento County deputies arrested 41-year-old Wang Yu Yang following a reported domestic violence incident and a roughly 40-minute standoff. Deputies say Yang assaulted his wife and threatened her with a handgun before she escaped with their children. A search reportedly uncovered four loaded firearms, ammunition and six high-capacity rifle magazines. Yang was booked on multiple felony charges, with bail set at $200,000. His court appearance is scheduled for Friday. Read the Sheriff’s Office report WEATHER Sunny Thursday with a high near 70 and light north-northwest winds. Mostly clear overnight, with a low around 46. National Weather Service forecast CITY WATCH Sacramento County is preparing for potential heavy rain, flooding and winter storms amid expectations for a strong El Niño. Officials emphasize that El Niño does not guarantee a wet winter—and even one major storm can cause problems. Residents are encouraged to update emergency alerts, plan for power outages and evacuation, protect important documents and coordinate with neighbors. Read the County’s winter preparedness update Emergency alerts and preparedness SPONSOR Strong Coffee Company. Use code SACBRIEF. EVENTS The STAB! Mic — Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic Try new material or cheer on local comedians at STAB! Comedy Theater, 1710 Broadway. Sign-ups begin at 7:30 p.m., with 15 spots initially available. Multiple dates are listed; check the event page for your preferred evening. Dates and event details New York Voices — The Grand Finale Friday, November 6, 7–9 p.m. The acclaimed vocal jazz ensemble brings its farewell tour to Sacramento City College’s Performing Arts Center, 3835 Freeport Boulevard. All ages welcome; paid parking. Tickets and concert details

  2. 1d ago

    The SACRAMENTO Brief Wednesday November 4,2026| In-Custody Death Raises Questions

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE In-Custody Death Raises Questions | November 4, 2026 An in-custody death investigation, a child sexual abuse conviction, business resources, and local events. NEWS In-custody death: Sacramento County deputies responded to a reported assault on Hillsdale Boulevard Tuesday evening. The Sheriff’s Office says a man became unresponsive shortly after being handcuffed. Despite lifesaving efforts, he died at the scene. Detectives are investigating. Sheriff’s statement⁠ Child sexual abuse conviction: A jury convicted Ulises Esquivel of sexually abusing two children. He faces up to 97 years to life, with sentencing scheduled for November 20. DA release⁠ WEATHER Sunny Wednesday, high near 68, with wind gusts up to 18 mph. Mostly clear tonight, low around 47. Patchy fog possible after 5 a.m. NWS forecast⁠ CITY WATCH SizeUp Sacramento now offers free business research in seven languages. Entrepreneurs can explore customer demographics, compare industry performance, identify suppliers, and plan advertising. Partner organizations can also connect visitors through their websites. Read more⁠ | Use SizeUp⁠ SPONSOR Strong Coffee Company — use code SACBRIEF. EVENTS Science Café: How Biopsies Become Diagnoses Wednesday, November 4, 6:30–8 p.m. A Seat at the Table Books, 9257 Laguna Springs Drive, Suite 130, Elk Grove. Learn how tissue samples help pathologists diagnose disease. All ages welcome. Details and registration⁠ Winetasting with the Winemaker Thursday, November 5, 6–8 p.m. Oak Park Brewing Co., 3514 Broadway, Sacramento. Local wines, light bites, and conversation with winemakers. Details and tickets⁠ The Sacramento Brief — Your weekday Sacramento catch-up with Carol.

  3. 2d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Tuesday November 3,2026| Mail, Mayhem & Election Day

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE Mail, Mayhem & Election Day Election Day is here — plus a federal mail case, a deadly south Sacramento crash, rain, and local events. NEWS A bicyclist has died after a crash near Mack Road and Stockton Boulevard. CHP says the rider later died at the hospital. Drugs or alcohol do not appear to have been a factor. CHP: https://www.chp.ca.gov/traffic/ A Sacramento postal employee has been charged with delaying and obstructing U.S. mail. Federal prosecutors say Antoine Rashad Polite, 35, is accused of withholding more than 1,000 pieces of political campaign mail. Postal officials say most was recovered and delivered. The charges are allegations, and Polite is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. DOJ: https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/pr/sacramento-postal-employee-charged-obstructing-delivery-political-campaign-mail WEATHER Rain is expected mainly from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a high near 62. Tonight: partly cloudy, low around 49. NWS: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH — ELECTION DAY All 92 Sacramento County Vote Centers are open today from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Any eligible county resident can use any Vote Center to register, get assistance or vote. Mail ballots must be postmarked today and received by November 10. Vote-by-mail envelopes must be signed. Sacramento County Elections: https://elections.saccounty.gov/us/en/media-room/news-releases/general-election-update—all-vote-centers-are-now-open.html EVENTS Wayward Magic One Year Anniversary Tonight | 6–8 p.m. Bloodstone Books 3214 Riverside Blvd. Signing, reading, trivia, scavenger hunt and book-two title reveal. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wayward-magic-one-year-anniversary-tickets-2003240413001 Songs That Made Us: Featuring José Medina Wednesday | 6–8 p.m. Aggie Square 4480 2nd Ave. Vinyl, music, storytelling and reflection. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songs-that-made-us-featuring-jose-medina-tickets-2002925539205 Sponsored by Strong Coffee Company. Use code SACBRIEF.

  4. 3d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Monday November 2, 2026 | South Sacramento Tragedy & Watering Changes

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE South Sacramento Tragedy & Watering Changes A tragic crash in South Sacramento left a 1-year-old girl dead and her father hospitalized after they were struck by a vehicle near St. Mary Cemetery. Sacramento Police say the driver remained at the scene and was detained as a person of interest while the Major Collision Unit investigates. Police also made an arrest after a shooting near 21st Street and Kayak Alley early Saturday morning. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Sacramento Police Daily Activity: https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx WEATHER Monday brings patchy morning fog, increasing clouds and a high near 66. Tonight, temperatures fall to around 49 with a 30% chance of showers developing mainly after 4 a.m. Tuesday. National Weather Service: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH Sacramento’s fall and winter watering schedule is now in effect. Through February 28, 2027, residents and businesses may use sprinklers just one day per week — Saturday or Sunday, but not both. Weekday sprinkler watering is not permitted. Sacramento City Express: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/10/30/sacramentos-watering-schedule-changes-nov-1-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ EVENTS Tea & Tales: A Grownup Read-Aloud Monday, November 2 A Seat at the Table Books 9257 Laguna Springs Drive #130, Elk Grove Ages 13+ Tea, coloring, crafts and the simple pleasure of being read to. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tea-tales-a-grownup-read-aloud-tickets-1782287954249 Election Watch Party at the Bookstore Tuesday, November 3 | 6–8:30 p.m. A Seat at the Table Books 9257 Laguna Springs Drive #130, Elk Grove Free • All ages Election coverage on the projector, the café open for food and drinks, plus discounted root beer floats. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/election-watch-party-at-the-bookstore-tickets-2003942976387 SPONSOR Sponsored by Strong Coffee Company. Use code SACBRIEF.

  5. 6d ago

    The Sacramento Brief Friday October 30, 2026| Bird Flu Alert, Human Trafficking Conviction & Halloween Weekend Plans

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE In today’s Sacramento Brief: Sacramento Police says the public counter at the William J. Kinney Police Facility on Marysville Boulevard will close indefinitely beginning November 2. Residents can use online reporting options, visit Police Headquarters on Freeport Boulevard, or call the non-emergency line at 916-808-5471. https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2115945236186943972 A Sacramento County jury convicted James Wilkerson on human-trafficking-related charges, including attempted trafficking of a minor, pimping and pandering. Prosecutors say the case resulted from a Sacramento Regional Human Trafficking Task Force operation. Wilkerson faces up to 26 years and 8 months in prison, with sentencing set for January 22, 2027. https://www.sacda.org/2026/10/defendant-convicted-of-human-trafficking-related-charges/ WEATHER Friday: Mostly cloudy, then gradually sunny with a high near 70. Saturday: Cloudy with a slight chance of rain and a high near 63. Rain chances increase Saturday night. Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high near 66. https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH Sacramento County officials are urging backyard poultry owners to take precautions after Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, was confirmed in two local backyard flocks. https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/bird-flu-confirmed-in-two-sacramento-county-backyard-poultry-flo.html HALLOWEEN WEEKEND EVENTS Haunted Mansion Ball Saturday, October 31 9 PM–1:30 AM DoubleTree by Hilton Sacramento Online tickets are sold out, but organizers say guests may be able to pay at the door. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunted-mansion-ballsold-out-pay-at-door-tickets-2001068335258 Mega Family Halloween Harvest Party Saturday, October 31 5–8 PM 2730 Florin Road Free family event with food, candy, games, music, prizes, a bounce house and more. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mega-family-halloween-harvest-party-tickets-2000268102741 FitFest: The Sunset Session Sunday, November 1 2–7 PM Estate Farms Spin, GluteCamp, sculpt, R&B yoga, sound sessions and a local vendor marketplace. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fitfest-a-wellness-experience-the-sunset-session-tickets-2000537999008 Sponsored by Strong Coffee Company. Use code SACBRIEF.

  6. Oct 29

    The Sarcane to Brief October 29,2026| Pleasant Grove High Stabbing, Freeport Bridge Closures & Halloween Weekend in Sacramento

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE Two people were stabbed at Pleasant Grove High School in Elk Grove, prompting a major police response and school lockdowns. Two suspects were detained, and investigators believe one of them stabbed both victims. One victim suffered life-threatening injuries. Lockdowns were lifted around 5 p.m. Elk Grove Police: https://x.com/elkgrovepd/status/2115596224116191368?a=Q5uGh-Tk4A8GLYVlOQs&s=46 WEATHER Thursday brings widespread haze before noon, then mostly cloudy skies with a high near 67. Thursday night will be cloudy before gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 51. National Weather Service: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH SacDOT will conduct full weekday closures of the Freeport Bridge throughout November for deck repair work. Closures run Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., November 2 through November 30. The bridge will reopen each evening and remain open on weekends. Drivers will be detoured south to the Paintersville Bridge and should allow extra travel time. Sacramento County: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/sacdot-to-conduct-weekday-closures-of-freeport-bridge-in-novembe.html EVENTS The Sacramento Zombie Crawl takes over downtown Sacramento October 30 and 31, with more than 10 participating bars, Halloween parties, and drink specials. The crawl begins at Sacrament Brewing, 1616 J Street, Sacramento. Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramento-zombie-crawl-halloween-bar-crawl-10-bars-oct-30-31-tickets-1996255808862?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&dsrp_sid=2d054ed5-2391-439d-84d5-603ca465fb60&dsrp_item_id=1996255911168 Support The Sacramento Brief and use code SACBRIEF with Strong Coffee Company.

  7. Oct 28

    The Sacramento Brief Wednesday October 28 ,2026 | Elk Grove Stand Off Ends Peacefully and Arson Sentence

    SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Go Fund Me Link CLICK HERE Elk Grove police say a standoff ended peacefully Tuesday night after a suspect wanted in connection with earlier threats surrendered to officers in the 9400 block of Harbour Pointe. The suspect was taken into custody without incident. Elk Grove Police: https://x.com/elkgrovepd/status/2115297558184743420?a=XweFQIvJhfXwDGV6b3Q&s=46 Also in today’s news, Kenneth Allen Hubbs has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree burglary and arson of an inhabited structure. Prosecutors say Hubbs broke into a home and intentionally set it on fire after being hired by a third party. Sacramento County District Attorney: https://www.sacda.org/2026/10/defendant-sentenced-for-burglary-arson/ WEATHER Sunny skies are expected across Sacramento today with a high near 70. Tonight, clouds increase with a low around 47. National Weather Service: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 CITY WATCH Sacramento County is asking residents to review and comment on the updated 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, which addresses risks including floods, drought, wildfires and severe weather. A public meeting is scheduled for November 4 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the South Natomas Community Center. The Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee meets November 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department on White Rock Road. Public comments are due November 20. Sacramento County: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/sacramento-county-seeks-public-input-on-the-2026-local-hazard-mi.html Public review and survey: https://www.stormready.org EVENTS The Annual Bold Expressions Exhibit continues at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael. The international exhibition features artists working across a wide range of styles and media. Admission is free. Open October 28 through October 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sacramento Fine Arts Center 5330 Gibbons Drive, Suite B Carmichael, CA 95608 More information: https://www.sacfinearts.org THE SACRAMENTO BRIEF Local news, weather, City Watch and events — keeping Sacramento caught up in just a few minutes. Sponsored by Strong Coffee Company. Use code SACBRIEF.

  8. Oct 27

    The Sacramento Brief October 27, 2026| Free Dog Adoptions, North Sacramento Tragedy & The Mother Load

    Go Fund Me SUPPORT THE SHOW!! A deadly North Sacramento crash, free dog adoptions at Front Street Animal Shelter, and two Sacramento-area events are in today’s Sacramento Brief. A 48-year-old woman has been identified after she and a 4-year-old child were struck by a vehicle Sunday afternoon on Las Palmas Avenue. The woman later died at the hospital, while the child suffered minor injuries. Sacramento Police say the driver and vehicle involved were located at the scene, and the crash remains under investigation. Today’s Sacramento forecast calls for partly sunny skies becoming sunny, with a high near 66. Tonight will be clear with a low around 45. In City Watch, Front Street Animal Shelter is waiving all dog adoption fees through October 31 as the shelter remains at capacity. Residents who cannot adopt can still help through programs including Doggie Day Out, Pups & PJs, and Jog-a-Dog. Front Street is also hosting a community pet ofrenda in partnership with the Latino Center of Art & Culture. The display honoring pets and animals who have died will remain open through November 2. And in Events: Chef Lina hosts a hands-on Craft Fried Rice and Thai Classics cooking class in Sacramento through Cozymeal. Plus, A Seat at the Table Books in Elk Grove hosts “The Mother Load: Navigating Mother Loss, Estrangement, and Complications” on Wednesday, October 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. SOURCES & LINKS Sacramento Police Daily Activity Log: https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx Sacramento Weather — National Weather Service: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586 Front Street Animal Shelter — Free Dog Adoptions Through Oct. 31: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/10/26/adopt-a-dog-at-front-street-animal-shelter-for-free-through-oct-31/ Craft Fried Rice and Thai Classics — Cozymeal: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/craft-fried-rice-and-thai-classics-cooking-class-in-sacramento-cozymealtm-tickets-1993265263059?dsrp_sid=1d6e320a-e1f1-45ca-bab0-d1e1d2aa2ca4&dsrp_item_id=1996206383028&aff=ebdssbdestsearch The Mother Load — A Seat at the Table Books: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mother-load-navigating-mother-loss-estrangement-and-complications-tickets-2002397781668?dsrp_sid=1d6e320a-e1f1-45ca-bab0-d1e1d2aa2ca4&dsrp_item_id=2002397781668&aff=ebdssbdestsearch

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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
    352
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Carol Mondine
  • Show Website
    The Sacramento Brief

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