The Sacramento Brief

Show Notes

NEWS

• Citrus Heights townhome fire displaces 20 residents.

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento County food safety reminder following increase in Campylobacter illnesses.
• https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/heading-outdoors-this-summer-don-t-forget-food-safety-.html#gsc.tab=0

WEATHER

• Sunny, high 93°.
• Clear tonight, low 57°.

EVENTS

Working for Crumbs

• B Street Theatre
• Tonight at 6:30 p.m.
• https://bstreettheatre.org/mainstage/working-for-crumbs/

The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Homeownership

• Sacramento Association of REALTORS®
• 6:00–8:00 p.m.
• https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-entrepreneurs-guide-to-homeownership-tickets-1987560376590?aff=ehometext

Show Notes

NEWS

• 18-year-old wounded in Old Sacramento shooting; later arrested on outstanding warrant and ammunition charge.
• Sacramento man accused of stealing patrol car leads hour-long pursuit ending near Lodi.
• Weekend police activity includes recovery of stolen Vespa and firearm arrest following suspected drug transaction.

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento County expands Residential Development Impact Fee Deferral Program to encourage housing construction.
• More information: https://www.saccounty.gov/content/saccounty/us/en/articles/2026-articles/sacramento-county-expands-residential-fee-deferral-program-to-su.html
• SacRTRydeFreeRThttps://www.sacrt.com/new-rydefreert-cards-for-2026-2027-school-year-now-available/

WEATHER

• Sunny, high near 92°.
• Mostly clear overnight, low around 57°.

EVENTS

• California Time Traveler Summer Camp (June 22–26)
  • https://californiamuseum.org/visit/events-public-programs/california-time-traveler-camp/
• Free Pilates at James Marshall Park, Monday at 6:00 p.m.
  • https://exploremidtown.org/freshair/

Show Notes

A peaceful end to a Sacramento SWAT standoff, overnight arrests by Sacramento Police, a beautiful weekend forecast, and two great ways to celebrate Juneteenth in our region.

In Today’s Brief:

• Suspect surrenders following a SWAT standoff in South Sacramento.
• Sacramento Police make arrests in a stolen vehicle case and a residential burglary.
• Sunny skies and comfortable temperatures are expected all weekend.
• Celebrate Juneteenth at the St. HOPE Block Party in Oak Park.
• Experience the Water Lantern Festival at Gibson Ranch Regional Park.

Event Information

St. HOPE Juneteenth Block Party Saturday, June 20 | 4:00–9:00 PM Historic 40 Acres Complex, Oak Park

Celebrate Juneteenth with live music, food trucks, local vendors, family activities, a Black-owned business marketplace, and more.

Event Information & Registration⁠

Water Lantern Festival Saturday, June 20 | Beginning at 6:00 PM Gibson Ranch Regional Park, Elverta

Enjoy an evening of music, food, and hundreds of illuminated lanterns floating across the lake.

Official Event Information & Tickets⁠

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From all of us at The Sacramento Brief, have a safe, meaningful, and joyful Juneteenth weekend.

Show Notes

• Police make firearm-related arrest in connection with investigation into fatal shooting of 16-year-old in North Sacramento.
• Federal, state, city and most county offices close Friday for Juneteenth; emergency services and garbage collection continue.
• Thursday forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 85 degrees.
• Athletics celebrate Juneteenth with African American Heritage Night and postgame Hip Hop fireworks.
• Free Juneteenth Art Walk takes place Friday through Midtown Sacramento.
• Sacramento Juneteenth Festival returns to William Land Park Friday and Saturday.

Sacramento Police Homicide Update

https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2067051991290040558?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew

Sacramento County Holiday Closures

https://www.saccounty.gov/Pages/County-Holidays.aspx

Athletics Juneteenth Night

https://www.mlb.com/athletics/tickets/single-game-tickets

Juneteenth Art Walk

https://bstreettheatre.org/other/juneteenth-art-walk/

Sacramento Juneteenth Festival

https://sacramentojuneteenthinc.org/

Show Notes

In today’s Sacramento Brief:

• Arrest made in the Rene Avenue homicide investigation
• Sacramento County declares a local emergency over the invasive Golden Mussel
• Sunny and pleasant with a high of 93
• Free Juneteenth celebration featuring Goapele and The Philharmonik
• Construction & Trades Job Fair this afternoon

Links

• Sacramento Police Newsroom: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/police/news
• Sacramento County News Center (Golden Mussel Emergency): https://news.saccounty.gov/sacramento-county-proclaims-local-emergency-in-response-to-invasive-golden-mussel-threat/
• Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers: https://stopaquatichitchhikers.org/
• California Department of Fish & Wildlife (Report Sightings): https://wildlife.ca.gov/
• Juneteenth Concert Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-juneteenth-concert-with-goapele-the-philharmonik-tickets
• Construction & Trades Job Fair: https://www.eventbrite.com/ (search “Construction & Trades Job Fair Sacramento June 17, 2026”)
• National Weather Service Sacramento Forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.58&lon=-121.49

SHOW NOTES

NEWS

* Sacramento County jury convicts Phillip Pherigo on 21 counts of child sexual assault. Sentencing is scheduled for October 2.

* Sacramento Police arrest one suspect on firearms charges after an overnight disturbance near Nixos Way and Meadowview Road.

CITY WATCH

* The City of Sacramento has released its draft Vision Zero Action Plan and is seeking public feedback through August 17. Community workshops begin June 22.

WEATHER

* Sunny with a high near 93°.

* Clear tonight with a low around 58°.

EVENTS

* Outdoor Yoga at Fremont Park

* Tuesday, June 16

* 6:00–7:00 p.m.

* Free admission.

* Hella Black Collective

* Friday, June 19

* Sacramento Comedy Spot

* Doors: 7:10 p.m.

* Show: 7:30 p.m.

LINKS

* Sacramento County District Attorney – Child Sexual Assault Conviction:

https://www.sacda.org/2026/06/defendant-convicted-of-21-counts-child-sexual-assault/

* Sacramento Police Department Daily Activity:

https://www.sacpd.org/

* Draft Vision Zero Action Plan:

https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/06/15/draft-vision-zero-action-plan-outlines-path-toward-safer-streets/

* Review the Vision Zero Action Plan & Submit Comments:

https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/public-works/mobility-and-sustainability/transportation-planning/vision-zero.html

* Outdoor Yoga at Fremont Park:

https://exploremidtown.org/freshair/

* Hella Black Collective Tickets:

https://saccomedyspot.vbotickets.com/event/hella_black_collective/192810

* National Weather Service Sacramento Forecast:

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?textField1=38.5816&textField2=-121.4944

SHOW NOTES

• 16-year-old boy killed in a shooting on Wisconsin Avenue; homicide investigation underway
• Arrest made less than 24 hours after fatal South Oak Park hit-and-run that claimed the life of a 9-year-old girl
• Sacramento County homicide detectives arrest suspect in fatal Ethan Way stabbing
• Robbery suspect arrested after allegedly threatening victims with a hammer on Truxel Road
• Armed 15-year-old arrested after motorcycle pursuit in North Sacramento
• City of Sacramento launches survey on the future name of Cesar Chavez Park
• Weather: Sunny and hot with highs near 97 degrees
• Events: Old Sacramento Underground Tours and Midtown Walking Food Tour

LINKS

Sacramento Police Daily Activity Log https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx

Cesar Chavez Park Renaming Information & Survey https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/ccparkrenaming

Old Sacramento Underground Tours https://sachistorymuseum.org/underground-tours/

Midtown Walking Food Tour https://www.sactownbites.com/tours/midtown-walking-food-tour/

RSS Show Notes

• Fatal hit-and-run in South Oak Park leaves 9-year-old girl dead; investigation ongoing
• Rancho Cordova salvage yard fire destroys approximately 30 vehicles
• Two assault arrests made in Midtown and Freeport Boulevard incidents
• Mack Road shooting investigation continues after victim arrives at hospital
• Sacramento County issues summer pet safety reminders ahead of triple-digit temperatures
• Weekend events include River Ready Safety Fair, Stunt Dog Show, Juneteenth Festival, Family Fun Festival, and Financial Literacy Workshop
• Weekend forecast: Sunny and hot with highs near 100 degrees

• Links• Sacramento Metro Fire Active Incidents https://metrofire.ca.gov/active-incidents• Sacramento County Pet Safety Information https://animalcare.saccounty.gov• River Ready Family Safety Fair https://www.eventbrite.com• Financial Literacy Workshop https://www.eventbrite.com

Show Notes

NEWS

• Downtown assault suspect arrested after allegedly throwing rocks at passing vehicles, injuring one person and fighting with officers during detention.
• Two men suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in a South Sacramento shooting investigation Tuesday afternoon.

CITY WATCH

• Sacramento County approves a 10-year agreement keeping major Danny Wimmer Presents music festivals at Discovery Park through 2035.
• Aftershock and GoldenSky are expected to continue generating millions in economic impact while funding future park improvements and community programs.

WEATHER

• Sunny and hot with a high near 102 degrees.
• Overnight low around 62 with clear skies.

EVENTS

• Sacramento State hosts its free Juneteenth Celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. https://www.csus.edu/president/inclusive-excellence/spotlights/2024-juneteenth-symposium.html#sac-state-2026-juneteenth-celebration
• Sacramento Science Social explores AI, weather forecasting, and climate change tonight in Midtown. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramento-science-social-ai-weather-forecasting-and-climate-change-tickets-1989162387247?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Show Notes

Howe Avenue Murder Suspect Arrested | Carjacking, Firearm Bust & New Emergency Evacuation Siren

In this episode:

Arrest made in the June 6 Howe Avenue homicide investigation • Suspect captured in Pinole and booked on murder charges • Stolen firearm, narcotics, cash, and scales recovered during Northgate Boulevard investigation • Sacramento Police investigate carjacking on Richards Boulevard • Baseball bat assault leads to arrest near downtown Sacramento • Stolen vehicle arrest in South Sacramento • Sacramento Police introducing new Hi-Lo evacuation warning siren for major emergencies • Hot weather continues with highs near 98 degrees • Sacramento Songwriter Circle event spotlight • Free HUD Home buying webinar scheduled for June 16

Links

Sacramento Police Hi-Lo Warning Sound: Watch the evacuation warning demonstration⁠

Sacramento Songwriter Circle: Event information and registration⁠

How to Buy a HUD Home Webinar: Register for the Zoom webinar⁠

Sources: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office, Sacramento Police Department, National Weather Service, Sacramento365/Eventbrite.