The Sacramento Brief

Show Notes

[NEWS]

A stolen vehicle pursuit ended Sunday afternoon near the 4000 block of 23rd Avenue after two suspects attempted to flee on foot. The driver was taken into custody almost immediately, while the passenger reportedly lost a shoe during the chase before eventually being subdued.

Also making headlines — Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Ernest Sawtelle sentenced Amyis Coogler to 40 years to life in prison for the 2022 murder of Corey Shearer. Prosecutors say DNA evidence, surveillance footage, and the firearm used in the shooting helped connect Coogler to the crime.

[ CITY WATCH ]

The City of Sacramento says crews repaired more than 7,700 potholes in just 49 days during a citywide pothole blitz launched earlier this spring. District 4 recorded the highest number of repairs, followed by District 2. Residents can continue reporting potholes through 311 or the city app.

Pothole Blitz Information: City of Sacramento Pothole Blitz Update

[ WEATHER ]

Monday: Sunny and hot with a high near 96. Monday Night: Mostly clear with a low around 60.

[ EVENTS ]

Monday Night Putters

Tipsy Putt

Mini golf league play continues tonight with themed competitions, prizes, drinks, and championship rounds.

Event Info: Tipsy Putt Sacramento

Fremont Park Bloom

Fremont Park

A massive illuminated poppy art installation is now lighting up Midtown Sacramento with free public programming and community events through June 14.

Event Details: Fremont Park Bloom 2026

A Conversation With Dave Vodden

California Automobile Museum

The California Automobile Museum hosts racing promoter Dave Vodden Tuesday evening for a speaker event and Q&A focused on West Coast motorsports history.

Tickets & Info: California Automobile Museum Event Page

NEWS

• Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputies recovered a stolen vehicle during an early morning patrol in North Sacramento
• Two suspects were arrested after deputies located them walking away from the vehicle around 3 AM
• Investigators say deputies recovered a loaded .38 Special handgun and narcotics paraphernalia
• One suspect was reportedly prohibited from possessing firearms due to felony probation status
• The stolen vehicle was returned to the victim at the scene

Sacramento County Sheriff: Sheriff’s Office Post

CITY WATCH

• District One Youth Commissioner J. Hill is seeking at least 20 volunteers for the Big Day of Service tree planting project
• Volunteers will help plant 13 trees at Woodside School in Citrus Heights
• The regional day of service begins with a kickoff rally at Bella Vista High School
• Organizers say more than 1,000 volunteers are expected countywide
• Community members are encouraged to sign up and participate in this youth-led volunteer effort

Volunteer Information: Big Day of Service Signup

WEATHER

• Friday: Partly sunny early, then clearing with a high near 84
• Saturday: Sunny and warmer with highs near 89
• Sunday: Mother’s Day sunshine with highs near 90
• Mild overnight temperatures continue through the weekend

National Weather Service: Sacramento Forecast

EVENTS

Lotus Rootz: AAPI Youth Night Market

• Friday from 5 PM to 8 PM
• Mack Road Valley Hi Community Center
• Free youth-focused celebration of AAPI heritage with vendors, food, and community resources

Event Info: Sacramento LGBT Community Center Events

Yoga on the Farm

• Saturday from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
• Soil Born Farms American River Ranch in Rancho Cordova
• Outdoor all-level yoga session; bring your own mat and water bottle

Event Info: Yoga on the Farm Details

NEWS

• Sacramento Police investigating shooting on Eleanor Avenue
• No injuries reported
• Investigation remains active

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento County marks National Heatstroke Prevention Day
• “Look Before You Lock” reminder issued to parents and caregivers
• Officials warn vehicle temperatures can rise rapidly even on mild days
• Heatstroke prevention tips:
  • Check the back seat before leaving your car
  • Never leave children unattended in vehicles
  • Keep cars locked and keys out of reach

WEATHER

• Thursday: Sunny, high near 82
• Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 52

EVENTS

• Sacramento Navigators opens “The Lighthouse” headquarters in North Highlands
• Ribbon cutting runs Thursday from 4 PM to 6:30 PM
• Friday Night Swing Dancing at Spotlight Ballroom in West Sacramento
• Beginner lesson starts at 8 PM, dancing at 9 PM

LINKS

• Sacramento County Heatstroke Prevention: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/look-before-you-lock-may-1-is-national-heatstroke-prevention-day.html#gsc.tab=0
• Sacramento Navigators Event: https://www.eventbrite.com
• Midtown Stomp: https://www.midtownstomp.com

NEWS

• Sacramento Police arrest a suspect following an early morning stabbing on the 100 block of Cadillac Drive • Victim suffered a non-life-threatening puncture wound and was transported to a nearby hospital • Suspect booked on robbery and felony assault charges • Incident logged around 4:38 AM according to Sacramento Police

SacPD Daily Log: https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento receives an $884,021 state grant to strengthen tobacco enforcement and retailer compliance efforts • Funding will support undercover decoy operations, inspections, education, and online tobacco investigations over the next three years • Sacramento currently has approximately 340 licensed tobacco retailers operating within city limits • City officials say flavored tobacco products including menthol cigarettes and flavored vape products remain illegal within Sacramento city and county • Code Enforcement reports 100 inspections have already been completed with 12 violations discovered tied to flavored tobacco sales • Enforcement efforts and undercover operations are expected to continue throughout the year

City of Sacramento Story: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/05/01/state-grant-boosts-sacramentos-tobacco-enforcement-and-compliance-efforts/

WEATHER

• Wednesday starts mostly cloudy before gradual afternoon clearing • High near 78 degrees with light winds throughout the day • Tonight stays mostly clear with overnight lows around 53

EVENTS

• Tonight: Rising Northern California comedians take the stage at Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club & Lounge in Old Sacramento • Hosted by Aurora Singh featuring Rob Edwards, Tanner Tuttle, Marcus Howard, plus a surprise guest • Showtime begins at 7 PM with doors opening at 5:30 PM

Laughs Unlimited: https://www.laughsunlimited.com

• Thursday: Afro Yoga with Joshua Harris returns to 7000 Franklin Boulevard • Free weekly yoga session blends music, mindfulness, and movement for all experience levels • Registration required due to limited space

Afro Yoga Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afro-yoga-with-joshua-harris-thursdays-tickets-1271725197299?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse

NEWS

• SWAT Standoff Update – Seavey Circle Sacramento Police say a suspect remains barricaded inside a residence in the 200 block of Seavey Circle after fleeing officers. SWAT and Crisis Negotiators are actively working to bring the situation to a peaceful resolution. The suspect is believed to be armed and continues refusing to surrender.
• Natomas Truck Stop Murder Conviction Quentin Respers has been convicted of second-degree murder in the 2022 shooting death of Abrina Abraham at a Natomas truck stop. Prosecutors say the two had a prior relationship and met to talk before the shooting. Respers faces up to 43 years to life in prison. Sentencing is set for June 26.

CITY WATCH

• Shop 916 Gift Card Promotion Returns Sacramento’s Shop 916 program is back ahead of Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and graduation season. 💳 Promotion details:
  • Buy $25 → Get $10 bonus
  • Buy $50 → Get $25 bonus
  • Buy $100 → Get $50 bonus
• 🛍 Bonus cards limited to 3 per person 📅 Use by: August 31, 2026 Since launch, the program has circulated nearly 20,000 gift cards across 131 local businesses. 🔗 More info: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/05/01/shop-916-gift-card-promotion-returns-ahead-of-seasonal-celebrations/

WEATHER (Tuesday) Partly sunny with a high near 71. Light south wind. Tonight, mostly clear with a low around 52.

EVENTS

• Cinco de Mayo Salsa Night (FREE) 💃 Salsa class + dance party + potluck 🗓 Tuesday, May 5 ⏰ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM 👟 All levels welcome — bring a dish to sharehttps://arthurmurrayelkgrove.com

• AI and the Constitution Talk Hosted by UC Berkeley Goldman School of Public Policy 🗓 Wednesday, May 6 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM 📍 UC Student & Policy Center, Sacramento 🎟 Free admission 🔗 Register: http://tinyurl.com/AI-Constitut

Arden Incident Raises Concerns A man seen on doorbell cameras carrying a knife and approaching homes in the Arden area has been identified and arrested. Deputies say 56-year-old Brian Mattson was booked for misdemeanor trespassing and released within two hours. Authorities are asking potential victims to come forward. 🔗 https://x.com/sacsheriff/status/2050731907231744012?s=20

Woodland Teacher Under Investigation The Sacramento Valley ICAC Task Force is asking for help identifying potential victims connected to 41-year-old Kurt Willer of Woodland. He is suspected of possessing child sexual abuse material and possibly grooming minors. Willer is a substitute teacher and youth coach and is currently on administrative leave. 📞 Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office: (916) 874-5115 📞 Crime Stoppers: (916) 443-HELP 🔗 https://www.sacsheriff.com

City Watch — May is Bike Month Sacramento’s annual campaign encourages residents to bike for short trips, with over 30 events planned this month. A guided community ride is set for May 16 at O’Neil Park. 🔗 https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/05/01/may-is-bike-month-encourages-sacramento-residents-to-ride-and-explore/

Weather — Sunday Outlook • Slight chance of rain before 11 AM • Mostly cloudy, high near 66 • Evening: 30% chance of rain, low near 53

Events

Cook Eat Dance Date Night — Tonight A hands-on cooking class, dinner, wine, and beginner dance lesson all in one experience. 🕒 6:30–8:30 PM 📍 1501 El Camino Ave 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cook-eat-dance-date-night-tickets-1986446844987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch 🔗 https://www.chefdancestudio18.com

Flow + Yin Yoga — Tuesday Slow flow and yin yoga with sound bowl relaxation. All levels welcome. 🕒 6:15 PM 📍 CLARA Midtown, 2420 N St, Studio 135 🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com (search “Flow + Yin CLARA Midtown”)

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NEWS

• Five suspects arrested in deadly Auburn Blvd shooting tied to March 15 “pop-up” party
• Investigators say ~70 rounds fired into crowd; two uninvolved Uber passengers struck
• Female victim pronounced dead; male expected to survive
• Fifth suspect arrested at San Francisco International Airport after fleeing to Puerto Rico
• All five suspects now facing homicide charges
• No outstanding suspects
• Source: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento County launches My Voter Portal (MVP)
• Check registration status, ballot tracking, voting history
• Find vote centers and drop boxes
• Access voter guide and accessible election materials
• https://myvoterportal.saccounty.gov/LookupVoter

WEATHER

• Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 84
• Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 76
• Sunday: Slight chance of rain after 11 AM, high near 73

EVENTS

Fido Fridays

• May 1 | 4:30 PM – 11 PM
• Midtown Lounge
• Free | Dog-friendly social

Verge Teen Art Club

• May 1 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Verge Center for the Arts
• Free | Ages 14–18 (registration required)

BDOG Community Fair

• May 2 | 12 PM – 6 PM
• Sacramento Roller Derby
• Free | Live music, food, nonprofits, roller derby
• https://www.sacramentorollerderby.com/events

Mini Relief Printmaking Workshop

• May 3 | 10 AM – 2 PM
• Verge Center for the Arts
• $40–$55
• https://vergeart.corsizio.com/revent/696ac7ac1d4daf767ed8146b

• Firearm arrest made after suspect reportedly pointed gun in central Sacramento https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx

• Ramon Trillo sentenced to 6 years for pimping, pandering, and assault case https://www.sacda.org/news/

CITY WATCH • Tiffanie Leon-Synnott selected as Sacramento County Conflict Criminal Defender https://www.saccounty.gov/news/latest-news/Pages/default.aspx

WEATHER • Sunny, high near 85 • Tonight: Mostly clear, low around 54

EVENTS • Sacramento Youth Symphony 70th Anniversary Concert (May 1, 7:30 PM) https://www.sacramentoyouthsymphony.org/concerts-events

• Concerts in the Park returns (May 1, 6 PM – 9:30 PM, Downtown Sacramento) https://www.downtownsac.org/downtown-sac-experiences/concerts-in-the-park/

Episode Summary: A possible gunfire-related crash is under investigation, a jury convicts a man in a deadly senior living facility shooting, and Sacramento County names a new Health Officer. Plus your midweek forecast and a local arts event.

Links:

• Defendant conviction details: https://www.sacda.org/2026/04/defendant-convicted-for-shooting-killing-mother-at-senior-living-facility/
• County Health Officer appointment: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/county-health-officer-appointed.html
• Event registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/artist-talk-by-ene-osteraas-contable-birds-and-benches-artist-ambassador-tickets-1985941504500

NEWS

• A high-speed CHP pursuit through North Sacramento ended in a fiery crash and multiple felony charges. A minor driver led officers on a dangerous chase after running a red light, reaching triple-digit speeds and driving the wrong way on Business 80. The pursuit ended in a crash near the Bell Street off-ramp, where the vehicle burst into flames. The suspect continued briefly before abandoning the car near Auburn Boulevard and was found hiding nearby. Officials say the case highlights the serious risks reckless driving poses to the community.
• Two suspects were arrested after a stolen vehicle incident on the 2000 block of Sandcastle Way. Officers responded to a theft in progress. The suspects fled in the vehicle, crashed during a brief pursuit, and attempted to escape on foot before both were taken into custody.

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento is expanding access to arts education with the relaunch of artlook Sacramento platform, a tool connecting schools with local teaching artists and cultural organizations. The updated platform allows users to search by discipline, program type, and age group—making it easier for schools and youth programs to bring arts into the classroom. A virtual training for artists and organizations will be held Wednesday at noon.

🔗 More: sacramentocityexpress.com (link in show notes)

WEATHER

• Today: Partly sunny turning fully sunny, high near 75.
• Tonight: Mostly clear with a low around 50.

EVENTS

Love on Tap Speed Dating

• Tonight from 7 to 9 PM at Touchstone Brewing Company
• Structured speed dating rounds, drinks, and a chance to meet singles face-to-face
• Tickets: $23.18

Sacramento Speakers Series: Mayim Bialik

• Wednesday at 7:30 PM
• Actress, neuroscientist, and former Jeopardy! host shares insights on career and mental health
• Tickets: $74–$129