SacDOT Mikki McDaniel Named Women’s Transportation Seminar Member of the Year

02/04/2026

The Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento Chapter has named Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SacDOT) Principal Planner, Mikki McDaniel, the organization’s member of the year at the annual WTS Scholarship and Awards Program in Sacramento on Jan. 28.

Children’s Oral Health Is Part of Public Health

02/03/2026

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) remains committed to reducing preventable dental disease and expanding access to care during National Children’s Dental Health Month and throughout the year.

Introducing the Land Use Regulation Library

02/02/2026

Today, Sacramento County Planning & Environmental Review is proud to announce the launch of the Land Use Regulation Library at landuse.saccounty.gov!

Swipe Right on Your Soul Dog: Valentine Foster Week

02/02/2026

Forget the candy hearts and awkward first dates, this Valentine's Day, we're helping you find a different kind of love. The kind that greets you at the door with a wagging tail, steals the covers at night, and looks at you like you hung the moon. We're talking about your soul dog, and they might be waiting for you right now at our shelter.

Sacramento County Honored with North State BIA “Friend of Housing” Award

02/02/2026

Sacramento County has been recognized by the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) with its prestigious Friend of Housing Award, honoring the County’s ongoing efforts to improve housing development processes and make Sacramento County the best place to build in the region.

County Podcast Features Coroner

01/29/2026

Sacramento County’s newest podcast episode features Rosa Vega, the County’s Coroner.

Board Approves SHRA Assessment and Interim Executive Officer

01/28/2026

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved yesterday, in a unanimous vote, an agreement with CVR & Associates to provide an organizational assessment to evaluate SHRA’s (Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency) public housing and voucher programs, housing finance processes and governance structure.

County Warns Residents of Out-of-Service Suicide and Crisis Support Line

01/22/2026

Sacramento County Department of Health Services is urging residents not to use the former National Warm Line at (855) 642-6222, which is out-of-service and no longer a resource for individuals seeking emotional or behavioral health support.

SCPH Reports Cases Of Mushroom Poisoning Amid Unprecedented Statewide Outbreak

01/22/2026

Recent rain has contributed to widespread growth of Death Cap mushrooms in California. Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH), in alignment with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), is urging residents not to pick or eat wild mushrooms as the risk of potentially deadly amatoxin poisoning is high.

Single Family Homes Making an Impact on Homelessness

01/21/2026

You're a landlord, you need reliable renters. You fear expensive unit damage, late rent payments and turnover, leaving your unit empty and your pocket penniless.

County Seeks Public Input on Jail System Planning

01/15/2026

Sacramento County will host a public Jail System Planning Listening Session on Monday, Jan. 26, as part of an ongoing effort to improve its jail system and meet obligations under a federal consent decree.

County Holiday Office Closure – Jan. 19, 2026

01/15/2026

In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, most Sacramento County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19.

SCPH Aligns With CDPH Guidance as Influenza Activity Increases

01/15/2026

Following state public health guidance, Sacramento County Public Health is urging residents to take steps now to protect themselves and their families as influenza cases and hospitalizations rise across California.

First 5 Awarded $4.17M for County Child Programs

01/14/2026

Chair and Vice Chair Elected 2026

01/13/2026

The annual vote to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, Jan. 13. This year’s elected Chair is Supervisor Rosario Rodriguez of District 4, and Supervisor Pat Hume of District 5 was elected Vice Chair.

County to Hold Budget Workshop on Jan. 13

01/09/2026

The County of Sacramento will hold a Budget Workshop at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 700 H Street, Sacramento, in Board Chambers.

Nominations Now Open for Sacramento County’s 5 Over 50 Award

01/09/2026

If you know someone who makes Sacramento County a better place to live and is 50 years old or older, now is your chance to celebrate them.

January Is Dog License Amnesty Month

01/06/2026

January is Dog License Amnesty Month, and all month long we are making it easier for Sacramento County dog owners to get their dogs licensed without penalties.