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Court Order Restores Funding for CalFresh Benefits

11/07/2025

Due to the federal government shutdown, CalFresh benefit recipients experienced a disruption to their November benefits. On Nov. 6, after a second court ruling that the USDA must tap into an additional funding pool to fully fund SNAP benefits across the Country, Sacramento County can confirm it's already seeing fully funded November benefits for some recipients.

Emergency Ready: Inside the EOC Operations Meetings That Power County Resilience

11/06/2025

The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services (OES) plays a vital role in keeping our community safe when unexpected events threaten lives or property. Whether it’s a natural disaster or another large-scale emergency, the County must be ready to respond quickly and effectively.

Sacramento County Clerk of the Board Appointed

11/05/2025

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, at its Nov. 4 meeting, unanimously concurred with the County Executive’s appointment of Todd Stermer as the County’s new Clerk of the Board, effective Dec. 1.

$5k Arts & Culture Grant Opens Countywide Nov 3

11/03/2025

Small Arts and cultural organizations across Sacramento County can now apply for the Small Organization Sustainability Fund (Program), which offers up to $5,000 in general operating support for each eligible organization.

County Activates Weather Respite for Rain and Heavy Wind

11/03/2025

Due to the forecast of heavy wids and possible rain this week the County, in partnership with First Step Communities, is activating its weather respite tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. through Thursday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. at the North A Shelter.

10 Years of Black Child Legacy Campaign

10/31/2025

This year marks a decade since the start of the Black Child Legacy Campaign (BCLC). BCLC is the community-driven movement established following the call for a Blue-Ribbon Commission from County Board of Supervisor Phil Serna to address the disturbing outcome data that found that Black children die at twice the rate of any other population in Sacramento Community.

Help Local Kids & Older Adults this Holiday Season

10/30/2025

You can help make a difference in a local child or adult’s life this holiday season. This year marks 37 years of the Gifts from the Heart program, an initiative that has touched the lives of thousands in Sacramento County. Organized by the Department of Child, Family and Adult Services (DCFAS), this program relies on the generosity of volunteers and donors.

Shield Yourself from Illness with Vaccines

10/29/2025

As the fall and winter months approach, Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) emphasizes the importance of immunizations that prevent respiratory viruses, including influenza, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

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