NEWS

Two Pedestrian Fatalities Under Investigation

• SR-160 (Afternoon): CHP says a pedestrian crossing the northbound lanes near Royal Oaks was struck and pronounced dead at the scene. DUI not suspected.

• Fruitridge & Power Inn (Evening): Sacramento police report a man was hit and killed around 9:15 p.m. The driver stayed and cooperated with officers.

CITY WATCH

Holiday Pet Safety – Bradshaw Animal Shelter

Tips include:

• Avoid table scraps: chocolate, onions, garlic, grapes, raisins, xylitol, and cooked bones.

• Safe options: plain turkey (no skin/bones), pumpkin, simple veggies, pet-safe treats.

• Keep tinsel, ribbons, glass ornaments, cords, and toxic plants (mistletoe, holly, lilies) out of reach.

• Ensure pets have a quiet space and up-to-date ID, especially with visitors coming and going.

🔗 Full guidance:

https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2025-articles/holiday-pet-safety-tips-from-bradshaw-animal-shelter.html#gsc.tab=0

WEATHER

A wet start to Thursday with morning showers tapering by midday. Cooler, calmer conditions settle in through the evening.

GETTING AROUND

(No major updates provided for today.)

EVENTS

Old Sacramento — Every Third Thursday

Hands-on demos and artist activations at the top of every hour.

🕓 4–8 p.m.

📍 Old Sacramento Waterfront

🔗 Participating shops & details:

https://www.oldsacramento.com/post/third-thursdays

Crocker Art Museum — Black Feminisms: Daughters of the Dust

A screening of Julie Dash’s landmark 1991 film celebrating Gullah women, ancestry, and legacy.

🕕 6:00 p.m.

📍 Crocker Art Museum

🔗 Event info:

https://www.crockerart.org/events/3905/black-feminisms-daughters-of-the-dust

Music Credit Steven Oxen