🎙️ Sacramento Brief — Tuesday, March 24, 2026

NEWS

• Victim identified in Auburn Blvd shooting
  • 18-year-old Arianna Arissara Hissom of Aptos identified by Sacramento County Coroner
  • Shooting occurred March 15 near 4400 block of Auburn Blvd after a large gathering
  • Victims were entering a rideshare when multiple shots were fired into the vehicle
  • Female victim pronounced dead at scene; male transported to hospital
  • Over 60 interviews conducted; no suspects identified at this time

CITY WATCH

• Overnight road closures — Fruitridge Rd & South Watt Ave
  • Nightly closures: 7:00 PM – 6:00 AM (starting March 23, up to 5 nights)
  • Intersection fully closed to traffic; business access maintained via driveways
  • Detours: Florin Perkins Rd and Hedge Ave
  • Part of South Watt Avenue Improvement Project (lane expansion + bike/pedestrian upgrades)
  • 🔗 Detour map & project details: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/overnight-closures-coming-for-fruitridge-rd-at-south-watt-ave.html#gsc.tab=0

WEATHER

• Tuesday: Sunny, high near 88°F, light southwest wind
• Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 53°F

EVENTS

• Céline Cousteau — Live Talk
  • 📍 Sacramento
  • 📅 Wednesday, March 25
  • ⏰ 7:30 PM
  • 🎟️ $74–$129
  • Environmental activist and filmmaker discussing human connection and upcoming Amazon expedition

• Women Rule Trivia Night (Fundraiser)
  • 📍 Local event (see link for details)
  • 📅 Wednesday, March 25
  • ⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • 🎟️ $5 entry + donation encouraged
  • Benefiting Chicks in Crisis (support for teen moms & families)
  • Bring: diapers, blankets, toys, or gift cards
  • Teams up to 6 — solo players welcome
  • 🔗 Event details & registration: https://trivia-for-a-great-cause-women-rule.eventbrite.com/

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