The Sacramento Brief Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - Rene Avenue Homicide Arrest • County Declares Golden Mussel Emergency • Free Juneteenth Concert Tonight

The Sacramento Brief Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - Rene Avenue Homicide Arrest • County Declares Golden Mussel Emergency • Free Juneteenth Concert Tonight

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 [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/ [https://news.saccounty.gov/sacramento-county-proclaims-local-emergency-in-response-to-invasive-golden-mussel-threat/] * Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers: https://stopaquatichitchhikers.org/ [https://stopaquatichitchhikers.org/] * California Department of Fish & Wildlife (Report Sightings): https://wildlife.ca.gov/ [https://wildlife.ca.gov/] * Juneteenth Concert Information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-juneteenth-concert-with-goapele-the-philharmonik-tickets [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-juneteenth-concert-with-goapele-the-philharmonik-tickets] * Construction & Trades Job Fair: https://www.eventbrite.com/ [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 [https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.58&lon=-121.49]

The Sacramento Brief Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - Child Sex Assault Conviction, Firearm Arrest & Vision Zero Safety Plan

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/ [https://www.sacda.org/2026/06/defendant-convicted-of-21-counts-child-sexual-assault/] * Sacramento Police Department Daily Activity: https://www.sacpd.org/ [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/ [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 [https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/public-works/mobility-and-sustainability/transportation-planning/vision-zero.html] * Outdoor Yoga at Fremont Park: https://exploremidtown.org/freshair/ [https://exploremidtown.org/freshair/] * Hella Black Collective Tickets: https://saccomedyspot.vbotickets.com/event/hella_black_collective/192810 [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 [https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?textField1=38.5816&textField2=-121.4944]

The Sacramento Brief Monday, June 15, 2026 - Teen Killed in Sacramento Shooting, Hit-and-Run Arrest Made, and City Seeks Input on Cesar Chavez Park Renaming

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 [https://apps.sacpd.org/Dailies/index.aspx] Cesar Chavez Park Renaming Information & Survey https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/ccparkrenaming [https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/ccparkrenaming] Old Sacramento Underground Tours https://sachistorymuseum.org/underground-tours/ [https://sachistorymuseum.org/underground-tours/] Midtown Walking Food Tour https://www.sactownbites.com/tours/midtown-walking-food-tour/ [https://www.sactownbites.com/tours/midtown-walking-food-tour/]

The Sacramento Brief Friday, June 12, 2026 - Fatal Hit-and-Run Claims 9-Year-Old Girl in Oak Park; Salvage Yard Fire Destroys 30 Vehicles

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

The Sacramento Brief Thursday, June 11, 2026 - Rock-Throwing Arrest Downtown, South Sacramento Shooting Investigation, and Discovery Park Festivals Secured Through 2035

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 [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 [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacramento-science-social-ai-weather-forecasting-and-climate-change-tickets-1989162387247?aff=ebdssbdestsearch]