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A man from Elk Grove was shot with birdshot while making breakfast in Siskiyou County—his dogs had gone wild, then came the gunfire. He drove himself to the hospital, sparking an investigation that pointed to next-door brothers as suspects. One, Russell Asher, claimed Lin’s dog invaded his property and that Lin fired first—but investigators found no evidence to back his story, despite recovering h...

A 61-year-old man was fatally shot by multiple officers during a high-speed chase on Highway 50 in Sacramento after refusing to pull over with his headlights off — but crucially, he was holding a pellet gun, not a firearm. The California Highway Patrol confirms one officer fired, while the Sheriff’s Office says one of their deputies also opened fire; Citrus Heights involvement remains unclear. Inv...

A man’s life ended tragically after a chaotic arrest at a Chevron station — but was it the officers’ actions or his own drug use that sealed his fate? Scott Saetern, 37, resisted arrest after attempting to re-enter restricted areas, leading to restraint and transport in a patrol car. Despite appearing conscious moments before, he died the next day from cocaine toxicity. Police say force was used o...

A news helicopter crashed Tuesday night in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, while live-broadcasting a bus collision — killing reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a third person on the ground. The NTSB is now investigating, with no preliminary cause yet released. Audio from the chopper captured a final moment of concern before the signal vanished and a fiery crash ensued. This tragedy unders...

A massive fentanyl bust just hit California: cops nabbed 33-year-old Hector Nunez on I-5 with over 50 pounds of the deadly drug—enough to cause millions of overdoses. Traveling from Riverside to Seattle, Nunez faces up to 24 years in prison and a $500K bail. Authorities say this seizure is a major win in stopping a dangerous drug flood, with his next court date set for September 30th. Listen in co...

A 44-year-old man from San Francisco just received a staggering 150-year sentence after being convicted for a string of brutal assaults targeting young women between 2013 and 2018. Posing as a rideshare driver, he lured victims from bars and clubs to secluded locations before attacking them. The breakthrough came in 2018 when DNA evidence tied him to multiple crimes, finally linking the attacks an...

A big rig flipped on Highway 50 in Sacramento, spilling nearly 100 gallons of red diesel—causing major traffic delays. Fire crews acted fast to prevent fuel from entering storm drains, a critical win. The driver was hospitalized but stable. Caltrans has closed the 16th Street offramp and lanes 4-6 on the highway; full reopening is uncertain as cleanup continues. Listen in comfort: Get a discount o...

A big rig flipped on Highway 50 in Sacramento, spilling nearly 100 gallons of red diesel—causing major traffic delays. Fire crews acted fast to prevent fuel from entering storm drains, a critical win. The driver was hospitalized but stable. Caltrans has closed the 16th Street offramp and lanes 4-6 on the highway; full reopening is uncertain as cleanup continues. Listen in comfort: Get a discount o...

A wildfire known as “The Beast” tore through Calaveras County, destroying over 10,000 acres, 48 homes, and claiming one life — including the childhood home of veteran firefighter Guy Andress. As flames raced toward their residence, cherished items like his father’s arrowhead collection, Eileen’s hammock, and even two burned kittens survived. Amid the devastation, community support surged: Caleb Ar...

California just passed “Leno’s Law,” SB 1392, letting more classic cars skip smog checks—starting in 2028 and rolling out yearly until 2033. Jay Leno was there for the signing, celebrating a win for vintage car lovers who’ve long struggled with outdated emissions rules and hard-to-find parts. The law targets low-mileage collector vehicles, balancing environmental concerns with cultural heritage. G...

California just passed “Leno’s Law,” SB 1392, letting more classic cars skip smog checks—starting in 2028 and rolling out yearly until 2033. Jay Leno was there for the signing, celebrating a win for vintage car lovers who’ve long struggled with outdated emissions rules and hard-to-find parts. The law targets low-mileage collector vehicles, balancing environmental concerns with cultural heritage. G...

A fast-moving wildfire in Nevada County, California, known as the Floriston Fire, has already scorched nearly 300 acres and is dangerously spreading east along Interstate 80, forcing a full westbound shutdown from the Nevada state line. Fuelled by wind and threatening the Truckee watershed, emergency crews are scrambling with air and ground resources to contain it—while residents in zones NCO-379,...

The Fed just raised rates for the first time this year, signaling a tough fight against stubborn inflation that’s squeezing wallets at the grocery store and gas pump. With midterm elections looming, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh insists inflation is too high to ignore—even as the job market holds steady. While the economy shows resilience through strong spending and tech growth, global pressures keep pric...

Big rig flips on Sacramento’s 16th Street off-ramp, spilling fuel and triggering a hazmat response—driver hospitalized, lanes 4-6 shut down, and officials urge drivers to reroute until the scene is cleared. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public repor...

Wildfire in Nevada County, California is rapidly approaching I-80 and the Truckee watershed—critical infrastructure and water sources—prompting emergency action. Firefighters are deploying extra planes and crews to contain the blaze before it spreads further. A voluntary evacuation warning has been issued for zone NCO-379, urging residents—especially those with pets or livestock—to prepare to leav...

Smoke-filled skies and lane closures are hitting Interstate 80 near Floriston, Nevada County, as a fast-spreading vegetation fire forces emergency shutdowns—drivers brace for delays and seek alternate routes as officials monitor the rapidly evolving situation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an au...

Yellowstone geologists pulled out over 20,000 pieces of trash—including 280 hats, AirPods, golf tees, and even a fake fingernail—from sensitive hydrothermal areas, revealing how popular these spots are and how damaging even small items can be. Coins tossed into pools disrupt delicate microbial ecosystems, and the Morning Glory Pool’s color shift in the 20th century was caused by litter. Visitors a...

Federal agents just indicted twelve people in Southern California for a $10 million daycare fraud scheme—operators ran fake “ghost” daycares, submitting bogus attendance records to siphon taxpayer childcare funds. Some were overseas while still collecting payments; one scammer cashed in over $300K despite surveillance showing kids only arriving on inspection day. The money funded luxury homes, ove...

The U.S. is cracking down on South African officials over alleged racial discrimination, revoking visas for those enforcing land seizures and targeting white minorities — a move slammed by Pretoria as baseless propaganda fueled by fringe groups. While no names are yet public, the policy follows pressure from white minority lobbies and echoes past Trump-era sanctions, including G20 bans and HIV aid...

Whole Foods just unveiled its biggest Sacramento-area store yet in Elk Grove — a 43,000-square-foot powerhouse opening Wednesday at 9 AM, stocked with over 1,500 California-made goods and featuring bakery, hot bars, fresh seafood, and a cheese cave. First 300 in line snag free tote bags and up to $100 off. It’s their 94th California location, joining the ranks in Sacramento, Folsom, and Roseville...

A car slammed into a building in Sacramento County Tuesday night, then vanished before police arrived—leaving responders and officials scrambling to assess the damage and track down the fleeing driver. The structure is now under inspection for safety, while authorities dig into the mystery of why the driver hit the masonry wall and bolted. This story’s still unfolding. Listen in comfort: Get a dis...

Junior Caminero delivered another clutch walk-off homer for the Rays, his second game-ending blast in four games and his 41st of the season—leading the AL. Tampa Bay’s hot streak continues with four straight wins and the best record in MLB since July 20th. Chandler Simpson is heating up at the plate, raising his average to .308 with three hits, and could become one of the rare players since 1900 t...

A local funeral home pushing to build a crematorium has sparked controversy as neighbors sound alarms over potential air pollution and unapproved construction. Despite the Sacramento Air Quality District ruling the facility meets safety standards, the Twin Rivers school board has officially opposed the project, urging regulators to deny permits — leaving the final decision in bureaucratic hands wh...

A new crematorium in Sacramento is sparking outrage after being built just across the street from Babcock Elementary School, prompting the school board to officially oppose it over health concerns for kids. Despite city approval, the project now hinges on final air quality clearance — with the company claiming compliance while neighbors rally against it. Tensions are rising as parents, officials,...

A 54-year-old Orangevale man slammed his Ford Mustang into a strip mall storefront, then bolted—only to be caught hiding in a trailer park. Charged with DUI and hit-and-run, he left minor injuries and major structural damage in his wake. A cautionary tale: fleeing the scene only makes things worse. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on...