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County Activates Weather Respite for Rain

04/10/2026

Due to the forecast of rain, the County, in partnership with First Step Communities, is activating its weather respite today, Friday, April 10, beginning at 2 p.m. through Monday, April 13, at 10 a.m. at the North A Shelter. Staff will continue to monitor the weather for needed extensions.

Water drops on light glass surface, top view

Capital Region Small Business Awards Set for May 6 at Memorial Auditorium

04/09/2026

The Sacramento County Office of Economic Development, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development, and the California State Treasurer’s Office invite the public to attend the Capital Region Small Business Awards, a premier luncheon and business expo celebrating the entrepreneurs and small businesses that power the regional economy.

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Sacramento County Recognized for Expanding Youth Behavioral Health Support

04/09/2026

During a recent celebratory site tour, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma recently recognized Sacramento County for expanding support for youth and families experiencing behavioral health crises, highlighting a major step forward in how families can access care when they need it most.

People holding up Sacramento County Award

New Hope Road Bridge To Close April 10, 2026

04/08/2026

The Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SacDOT) is replacing the New Hope Road Bridge at Grizzly Slough. The project is expected to last until December 2026.

SCPH Celebrates National Public Health Week 2026

04/08/2026

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) joins communities across the country in celebrating National Public Health Week April 6–12, 2026. Public health shapes daily life. From the water we drink to the systems and infrastructure designed to keep communities safe, it helps people live longer, healthier lives.

National Public Health Week - Keep it moving

Sacramento’s First Integrated Healthcare Campus For Medi-Cal and Uninsured Residents Breaks Ground

04/07/2026

Sacramento County and WellSpace Health leaders marked a significant step forward in expanding access to behavioral health services today, breaking ground on a new Community Wellness Campus in South Sacramento.

Sacramento’s First Integrated Healthcare Campus For Medi-Cal and Uninsured Residents Breaks Ground

SCPH Confirms Two Measles Cases and Urges Vaccination

04/06/2026

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) was notified Wednesday, April 1 of two additional measles cases in unvaccinated children. SCPH is working with multiple clinics and emergency departments in the region to notify those who have been exposed. Both children are in isolation and are recovering.

Pass the Eggs, Not the Pathogens

04/02/2026

Spring celebrations are here, and whether you're gathering for Easter dinner or a Passover Seder, it’s a time to enjoy good food, family traditions and seasonal favorites. From glazed ham and roasted lamb to brisket and decorated eggs, these meals bring people together—but they also require safe food handling.

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