The “Luck of the Irish” is spilling into the streets of Sacramento.  The biggest Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in Sacramento is a giant block party.  The City of Sacramento will block off L Street between 15^th and 16^th Streets from 9:00AM to 6:00AM the next day, so there will be plenty of room for everyone that wants to be have a few beverages and feel a little Irish.

Last year, nearly 7,000 people showed up for an all-day event that remained festive and safe; with no incidents, thanks to great security and a great crowd. Who knows, maybe this year will be even bigger, so come down to L Street and check out the fun. Continue Reading »

On Thursday, March 4th, 2010, from 7:30AM - 8:00PM California First Lady Maria Shriver and The Women’s Conference are partnering with The California Museum, 1020 O Street, Sacramento, CA, to celebrate National Women’s History Month with an all-day free event - Day at The Museum.  Their goal is to inspire women to be architects of change, be empowered by the strong female community in California, and be educated about opportunities, health issues and the endless possibilities for everyone.   A full, FREE day of inspiration, empowerment and education.
Here is the schedule of the day: Continue Reading »

Department of Consumer Affairs Building

Monday, March 8, 2010, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at the Department of Consumer Affairs, 1625 N. Market Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834.  Learn to be smart, be safe, and be heard in the California marketplace. Come to this FREE consumer resource fair featuring various consumer protection organizations that are looking out for you. Talk to the experts and obtain free consumer protection brochures and information.  This event is hosted by the California Department of Consumer Affairs.  For more information contact Erica Cano (916) 574-7528.

Need help with your mortgage?  Come to Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J Street - Halls D&E, Sacramento, CA 95814, on Friday, February 26, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.    

Get Help to Save Your Home.  Continue Reading »

For Rahlves, final chapter in Olympic medal quest nears

By Jeffrey Weidel

One of the few things Daron Rahlves never accomplished in his storied career as a ski racer was proudly standing on the podium and collecting an Olympic medal.

Four years ago, that opportunity came and went for a third time as he walked away unfulfilled for what seemed like the final time as the Turin Olympic flame was doused and so was Rahlves career. After 13 years as a member of the U.S. Alpine ski team he retired, seemingly putting his Olympic quest to rest for good. Continue Reading »

The First 5 Sacramento Commission awarded $16 million through June 2015 to fund programs and services that promote the healthy development of children prenatal through age five and their parents in Sacramento County. The allocation will fund two priority areas for the Commission-Health, Effective Parenting and Early Care and Development: Continue Reading »

Hey Look, It’s a Surveillance Camera, I’m Going to be on TV

The Sacramento Police Department is releasing surveillance photos of two armed robbers.  Both suspects looked directly at the surveillance camera during the robbery which captured clear images of their faces.  Detectives hope someone will recognize them and come forward with the information needed to identify them.

On Saturday, January 23, 2009, at 3:37 p.m., two suspects entered a video game store located in the 3600 block of Northgate Boulevard.  They approached an employee and demanded money at gunpoint.  The employee complied.  Both suspect fled after obtaining cash.  The suspects were seen fleeing in a four-door, beige, 1990’s Buick. Continue Reading »

According to 2007 figures California has some of the most overcrowded prisons in the United States, with an estimated 170,000 inmates housed in facilities designed for 100,000 people. Continue Reading »

The Sacramento Electronica Musical Festival is January 28 - January 30, 2010, at 8:00PM at the TownHouse Lounge, 1517 21^st Street, Sacramento, CA  95814.  (21 & over)  Tickets are $5 for a one pass or $10 for a three day pass.

There will be three days of multi-genre electronic music featuring artists that have been recognized locally, nationally and internationally. A festival created around the love of a city and a passion for music. Continue Reading »

The City of Sacramento will celebrate the 29^th annual Martin Luther King Jr. March and celebration on JANUARY 18th, 2010 at 8:00AM beginning at the Oak Park Community Center, 3425 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Sacramento, CA, for the south route.  The North Area March, begins at Grant High School the same time the Oak Park march begins at Oak Park (8:30 am). It goes directly to the Sacramento Convention Center. Continue Reading »