The Sacramento Brief

The Sacramento Brief, January 15, 2026


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[NEWS]

  • Two people are dead after a shooting near Evergreen Street and Calvados Avenue.
  • Police say the female victim died at the scene; the male later died at the hospital.
  • Investigators believe the male’s gunshot wound was self-inflicted.
  • No outstanding suspects. Investigation continues.
  • A serial copper theft suspect is in custody following an overnight operation near light rail tracks.
  • Deputies with Sacramento Regional Transit arrested 51-year-old Jesse Jeremiah.
  • Deputies recovered 18 strands of stolen copper wire and burglary tools.
  • Theft damage is estimated at $73,000.
  • Jeremiah was already on probation, had an active felony warrant, and is being held without bail.
  • Midtown Stabbing Victim expected to recover, suspect detained.
  • One woman dead in shooting Ahern and A streets.

[CITY WATCH]

  • First 5 Sacramento approved $4.17 million in funding.
  • Funding supports 35 first-time, community-based organizations.
  • Programs will serve families in 27 high-priority ZIP codes across Sacramento County.
  • Grants were awarded using a participatory, community-led model centered on equity and lived experience. πŸ”— https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2025-articles/first-5-awarded-4-17m-for-county-child-programs.html#gsc.tab=0

[WEATHER]

  • Mostly cloudy this morning, then clearing this afternoon.
  • High near 60 degrees.
  • Tonight: partly cloudy, low around 41, calm winds. πŸ”— https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586

[EVENTS]

  • Final week to enjoy the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink.
  • The rink wraps up its season at Ali Youssefi Square, outside Golden 1 Center.
  • Lace up and catch the last skate of the season. πŸ”— https://www.downtownsac.org/downtown-sac-experiences/downtown-sacramento-ice-rink/
  • Vendor alert: Downtown Sacramento Partnership is accepting 2026 summer vendor applications.
  • Application window: January 12 – February 13.
  • Approvals announced in early March.
  • Space is limited across all downtown summer events. πŸ”— https://www.downtownsac.org/142693-2/

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The Sacramento BriefBy Carol M