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The Sacramento Brief December 8, 2025
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NEWS
Sheriff’s deputies uncovered a major drug operation in South Sacramento over the weekend. A raid on Bar Du Lane revealed more than $2.5 million in processed marijuana, THC wax, mushrooms, cash, and illegal firearms.
The suspected operator — 45-year-old Joseph Marques, a local security company owner — was not at the home and is believed to be in Mexico.
Three adults on scene were arrested on drug and weapons charges. The investigation continues.
Elsewhere in the city, Sacramento Police responded to an assault call around 3 p.m. Saturday. One person suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Bike officers, with help from the Public Safety Camera Network, tracked down the suspect who initially fled. He was arrested on related charges.
Police are also investigating a Sunday morning shooting near 8th and K streets. Officers found two people with non-life-threatening injuries; both were taken to the hospital. No suspect has been detained.
And just a short time later, around 1:45 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle on northbound I-5 near West El Camino Avenue.
During the stop, officers spotted a loaded firearm inside the car. The driver was arrested on DUI and firearm-related charges.
CITY WATCH
The Colonial Heights Library is postponing its reopening. A critical utility component still hasn’t been installed, meaning the building can’t maintain temperature.
The library will reopen in two phases: basic services first, followed by renovated meeting and study rooms in early 2026.
Visitors should expect a lighter book collection and some construction activity as millwork and shelving are completed, but core services — holds pickup, public computers, printing, Wi-Fi — will be available.
Source: https://www.saclibrary.org/news/colonial-heights-library-will-reopen-two-phases
WEATHER
Expect a high of 46° today with persistent fog across the Valley. No sunshine in today’s forecast.
EVENTS
If you’ve been wanting to glide across the floor like the pros, Monday nights are made for it.
Spotlight Ballroom in West Sacramento is hosting its Beginning Ballroom and Latin Dance Series, a fun, drop-in class that teaches a different dance each week — from Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot to Rumba, Salsa, and Cha Cha.
No partner needed — just comfortable shoes and a little rhythm.
And yes, you can still make it tonight.
Class runs 7:15–8:00 PM at 2534 Industrial Blvd., Suite 150 in West Sacramento.
Admission starts at $13.
Details: https://spotlightballroom.com
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NEWS
Sheriff’s deputies uncovered a major drug operation in South Sacramento over the weekend. A raid on Bar Du Lane revealed more than $2.5 million in processed marijuana, THC wax, mushrooms, cash, and illegal firearms.
The suspected operator — 45-year-old Joseph Marques, a local security company owner — was not at the home and is believed to be in Mexico.
Three adults on scene were arrested on drug and weapons charges. The investigation continues.
Elsewhere in the city, Sacramento Police responded to an assault call around 3 p.m. Saturday. One person suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Bike officers, with help from the Public Safety Camera Network, tracked down the suspect who initially fled. He was arrested on related charges.
Police are also investigating a Sunday morning shooting near 8th and K streets. Officers found two people with non-life-threatening injuries; both were taken to the hospital. No suspect has been detained.
And just a short time later, around 1:45 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle on northbound I-5 near West El Camino Avenue.
During the stop, officers spotted a loaded firearm inside the car. The driver was arrested on DUI and firearm-related charges.
CITY WATCH
The Colonial Heights Library is postponing its reopening. A critical utility component still hasn’t been installed, meaning the building can’t maintain temperature.
The library will reopen in two phases: basic services first, followed by renovated meeting and study rooms in early 2026.
Visitors should expect a lighter book collection and some construction activity as millwork and shelving are completed, but core services — holds pickup, public computers, printing, Wi-Fi — will be available.
Source: https://www.saclibrary.org/news/colonial-heights-library-will-reopen-two-phases
WEATHER
Expect a high of 46° today with persistent fog across the Valley. No sunshine in today’s forecast.
EVENTS
If you’ve been wanting to glide across the floor like the pros, Monday nights are made for it.
Spotlight Ballroom in West Sacramento is hosting its Beginning Ballroom and Latin Dance Series, a fun, drop-in class that teaches a different dance each week — from Waltz, Tango, and Foxtrot to Rumba, Salsa, and Cha Cha.
No partner needed — just comfortable shoes and a little rhythm.
And yes, you can still make it tonight.
Class runs 7:15–8:00 PM at 2534 Industrial Blvd., Suite 150 in West Sacramento.
Admission starts at $13.
Details: https://spotlightballroom.com