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Friday, October 23, 2026A Sacramento County Sheriff’s investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting involving Citrus Heights police.According to the Sheriff’s Office, the incident began Thursday when a CHP officer had a suspect at gunpoint and the situation developed into a vehicle pursuit. The pursuit ended on Fulton Avenue near Michelle Drive, where authorities say the suspect exited his vehicle armed with a knife.After repeated commands to drop the weapon, a Taser deployment was unsuccessful. A Sheriff’s deputy fired a less-lethal round, but authorities say the suspect continued advancing toward officers. Two Citrus Heights Police officers then fired their duty weapons.The suspect was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. No officers were injured. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau is leading the investigation.Source: https://x.com/sacsheriff/status/2113452754589147407?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFewWEATHERFriday: Partly sunny, then gradually sunny. High near 72. Friday night: Clear, low around 46. Saturday: Sunny, high near 73. Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 74.Forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586CITY WATCHSacramento County is encouraging voters to cast ballots early ahead of the November 3 election.Nineteen Vote Centers open Saturday, October 24. Voters can register, request replacement ballots, vote in person, or use accessible ballot-marking devices. Mail ballots can also be returned at official drop boxes or by mail.Details: https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/election-day-is-nov-3-but-dont-delay-vote-early.htmlWEEKEND & UPCOMING EVENTSShort Center Arts Fall Art & Rummage Sale Saturday, October 24 9 a.m. to noon 5051 47th Avenue, SacramentoThe sale includes paintings, sculpture, ceramics, crafts, kilns, musical instruments and more. Proceeds support Short Center Arts, a DDSO program serving adults with developmental disabilities through art, community integration, employment and independent-living support.Monster Ball — Logan’s Little Warriors Friday, October 23 7–10 p.m. 7245 Fletcher Farms Drive, Sacramento Ages 21+https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monster-ball-logans-little-warriors-tickets-1997634690133Taste of Korea Saturday, November 7 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 10424 Investment Circle, Rancho CordovaFree admission for the first 2,026 guests who claim an online ticket.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-taste-of-korea-in-sacramento-tickets-1999780443138Sacramento Pop Choir — Animation CelebrationA live concert featuring 300 singers, a full rock band, and music from animated favorites including Moana, Encanto and Cinderella at C.K. McClatchy High School.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramento-pop-choir-presents-animation-celebration-tickets-1998330718974

North Sacramento Pursuit Ends in Foot Chase & Rain ReturnsA police pursuit in north Sacramento ended with a foot chase Wednesday night after a driver reportedly traveled erratically near Marysville Boulevard and Interstate 80.Scanner traffic indicated the vehicle lost control at one point and continued on damaged tires before becoming disabled near Astoria Street. The driver reportedly bailed out and ran northbound. Officers searched the surrounding neighborhood, and later radio traffic indicated the suspect had been detained.🌧️ WEATHERRain is likely across Sacramento today, mainly before 5 p.m., with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 69. There’s a 60% chance of precipitation, with rainfall totals expected to remain below a tenth of an inch.Tonight, rain chances continue mainly before 9 p.m., followed by gradually clearing skies and a low near 53.Forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586🚦 CITY WATCHSacramento is asking residents to weigh in on proposed safety and mobility improvements along Fruitridge Road, Arden Way and Auburn Boulevard.All three corridors are part of Sacramento’s Vision Zero High Injury Network.The Arden Way-Auburn Boulevard workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West.The Fruitridge Road workshop is Thursday, November 12, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Fruitridge Community Center.More information: https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/10/21/provide-feedback-on-proposed-safety-improvements-for-fruitridge-road-arden-way-and-auburn-boulevard/🎭 EVENTSLooking for something a little darker for Halloween season?Cabaret Macabre 2026, presented by Nevermore Gorelesque, takes over the Historic Colonial Theatre on Friday, October 23.The 21+ show combines horror-inspired burlesque, drag and theatrical spectacle.📍 The Colonial Theatre 3522 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento 🕣 Doors: 8 p.m. 🎟️ Show: 8:30–10:30 p.m.Tickets and details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cabaret-macabre-2026-presented-by-nevermore-gorelesque-tickets-1996063184718?dsrp_sid=51d65599-76a5-4f4c-8b39-784437c97e51&aff=ebdssbdestsearchThe Sacramento Brief Local news, weather, City Watch and events — quick, clear and Sacramento-focused.

Elk Grove Man Convicted of Killing Parents for InheritanceA Sacramento County jury has convicted Mark Andre Tomas Navarrete of two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his parents. Prosecutors say the killings were carried out for financial gain, and Navarrete now faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.Also in today’s episode, repeat DUI offender Richard Newman has been convicted of second-degree murder in the death of Nathan Thomas following a 2025 crash. Prosecutors say Newman’s blood alcohol level was .21 percent at the time of the collision.Plus, Sacramento County elections officials respond after the U.S. Department of Justice announced charges involving two county residents accused of voting by an alien in a federal election.And in weather, Sacramento has a chance of showers and thunderstorms later today, with rain chances increasing overnight into Thursday morning.For events, we’re highlighting R & B Mahjong Nite in Elk Grove and Lotería Night at CaféX in downtown Sacramento.SOURCES & LINKSSacramento County District Attorney — Navarrete conviction https://www.sacda.org/2026/10/defendant-convicted-of-murdering-his-parents-for-financial-gain/Sacramento County District Attorney — Richard Newman conviction https://www.sacda.org/2026/10/repeat-dui-offender-convicted-of-murder/National Weather Service — Sacramento forecast https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/sacramento-county-voter-registration-and-elections-responds-to-f.htmlR & B Mahjong Nite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/r-b-mahjong-nite-tickets-2002453344859?aff=ebdssbdestsearchHispanic Rotary Presents Loteria Night https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hispanic-rotary-presents-loteria-night-tickets-2003273303377?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#Sacramento #ElkGrove #SacramentoNews #LocalNews #SacramentoEvents #SacramentoWeather

Highway 99 Crash, Downtown Motorcycle Collision & Sacramento Film GrantsFour people were hurt in a multi-vehicle crash involving a big rig on Highway 99 in Elk Grove Monday night. One person suffered major injuries, while three others had minor injuries.Also today, a motorcyclist is recovering after suffering major injuries in a crash near 7th and R streets in downtown Sacramento. Police say the rider was hospitalized in stable condition. Plus, Sacramento filmmakers can get free help preparing for the City’s next film grant application period, and we’ve got two local events to put on your radar.IN THIS EPISODE — Sacramento news Highway 99 big-rig crash in Elk Grove Downtown Sacramento motorcycle crashWeather — Patchy morning fog, partly sunny with a high near 72, and a slight chance of overnight showers or thunderstorms.City Watch — Sacramento’s free Film Grants Workshop is Thursday, October 22, from 6–8 p.m. at 2533 R Street. (Eventbrite)Events — Vibrant Emerald Aurora Paint & Sip happens tonight from 5–8 p.m. at River City Brewing Company in Carmichael. (Painting and Vino)A Seat at the Table Books in Elk Grove also hosts its recurring Board Game Night on the second Wednesday of each month from 5–7 p.m. (Eventbrite)SOURCES & LINKSCHP Traffic Information https://www.chp.ca.gov/traffic/Downtown Sacramento Motorcycle Crash — Sacramento Weather — National Weather Service https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586Vibrant Emerald Aurora Paint & Sip https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vibrant-emerald-aurora-paint-and-sip-painting-event-tickets-2001255073798Board Game Night at A Seat at the Table Books https://www.eventbrite.com/e/board-game-night-at-the-bookstore-tickets-1996471470913🎙️ The Sacramento Brief — Sacramento news, weather, city updates and things to do, delivered quickly.#Sacramento #SacramentoNews #ElkGrove #SacramentoEvents #SacramentoCalifornia

A Sacramento man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison in a child exploitation case, Sacramento secures millions for the next phase of Franklin Boulevard improvements, and we’ve got your Monday weather plus local events happening tonight and Tuesday.In this episode of The Sacramento Brief, Carol brings you a quick roundup of Sacramento-area news, weather, city updates, and things to do.TODAY’S STORIESNEWS A Sacramento man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty in a child exploitation case involving minors and social media platforms.Source: U.S. Department of Justice https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdtx/pr/california-man-sentenced-federal-prison-sexual-exploitation-minorWEATHER Increasing clouds are expected Monday with a high near 71 degrees and southwest winds, with gusts up to 20 miles per hour.Source: National Weather Service https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586CITY WATCH Sacramento has secured $4.6 million toward Phase Three of the Franklin Boulevard Complete Street project between 32nd and 38th Avenues. Planned upgrades include roadway repairs, bike lanes, pedestrian improvements, lighting, traffic-calming features, and shade trees.Source: City of Sacramento https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/10/16/sacramento-secures-4-6-million-towards-construction-of-the-next-phase-of-franklin-boulevard-improvements/EVENTSAtima Omara will discuss her book, The Instigators, with Kimberly Ellis at Capital Books in downtown Sacramento tonight from 5:30 to 7 p.m.Event details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atima-omara-the-instigators-tickets-2003000644848?aff=ebdssbdestsearchR&B Yoga with Yogi Homie returns Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at Sol Collective. The community yoga class is donation-based and RSVP is required.Event details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rb-yogayogi-homie-at-sol-collective-registration-450913814357?aff=ebdssbdestsearchABOUT THE SACRAMENTO BRIEFThe Sacramento Brief delivers quick, local Sacramento news, weather, city updates, and community events to help you stay informed without the information overload.Subscribe and follow for more Sacramento-area updates.#Sacramento #SacramentoNews #SacramentoEvents #SacramentoWeather #SacramentoCalifornia #LocalNews