Elk Grove Man Trades Banking Job For Pumpkin Carving

An Elk Grove man is earning a living by carving pumpkins.

Wallet Stuffed With $1,500 Returned By Elk Grove Teen

The random act of kindness was caught on camera. “God bless this young man’s heart,” said Elk Grove resident Melissa Vang.

Stunning Elk Grove Sunset: Photo Of The Week

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Stunning Elk Grove Sunset: Photo Of The Week

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Highway 160 In North Sacramento Undergoing Major Facelift, Delays Expected

Breaking: Caltrans says delays are already underway; work will be done at night.

Sacramento Voted Second Least Attractive City In America: Poll

Thank goodness for Baltimore.

Snow Report for Sacramento Residents Headed to Tahoe: Jan. 25

Snow way! There is more snow in the mountains this week than there has been in a long time. Check the road conditions before you head out.

Dancing Cat; Black Bear Visits Neighborhood; New School Built: Saturday Smiles

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Anti Human Trafficking Workshop on You How Can Help Curb Crime

Sacramento tops highest human trafficking cities in the nation. Learn what you can do to help next Thursday at a free workshop.

Saturday Smiles: 'Guide Dogs for the Blind' Graduation; 'Top Chef' Book Signing; CHP Captures Lost Unicorn

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Saturday Smiles: Tiny Colt Recovering From Broken Hip; Teen Hero Honored; Cheap Gas

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Wheelchair-Bound Boy Shreds at Calif. Skatepark Thanks to Dad

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and by the look on this boy's face, his father certainly fits the bill.

Have A Heroic Hound, Elk Grove? Nominate The Pooch For 'Hero Dog Awards'

Categories range from working dogs in therapy and law enforcement to the ordinary dog that does extraordinary things!

Newborn Otter; 3-Legged Kitten; Lost Emu; Reptiles Saved: All in Calif.

Patch has had a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state. Some of these stories will tug at your heartstrings.

2015 in Review: Most Memorable Patch Stories from Across California

It was a wild year for California. Patch takes a look back at the stories that made us laugh and a few that brought us to tears.

Kitten Saved From Horrific Death Thanks to Keen Eye of Recycling Plant Worker

It was not curiosity, but a trash compactor, that almost killed this cat near Sacramento.

Sock it To Us! Holiday Donation Drive

One pair of donated socks get you three free introductory white belt lessons at Robinson's Taekwondo!

Weekly Snow Report for Elk Ridge Residents Headed to Tahoe

Ski resorts are opening early. Check road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of the first snow of the season.

Wood Burning Regulations in Elk Grove Just Got More Strict

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is adopting stronger new provisions that expand the agency’s current wood burning rules.

Sacramento Harvest Festival Boasts New Vendors, Exciting Entertainment and Personalized Gifts

Top Rated Craft Show Returns to Cal Expo Just in Time for Thanksgiving

Coffee Addicts: Here's Where to Get Freebies Tuesday for National Coffee Day

McDonald's, Starbucks and other stores are offering free coffee and discounts to celebrate #NationalCoffeeDay.

NASA Announces Flowing Water on Mars

A researcher from NASA’s Ames Research Center in Mountain View said, “This discovery may mean more potentially habitable locations on Mars."

Asians to Surpass Latinos As Largest US Minority

Pew Study: Immigrants and their children are likely to make up 88 percent of the country’s population growth over the next 50 years.

Obituaries, Events, Announcements: How to Post For Free on Patch

Patch is your community platform. Here's how you can use it to share your news.

Saturday Smiles: Business Helps Fire Victims; CHP Rescues Fox; Thousands Cleanup Waterways; Festivals

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Casino Robbers, Welcome Inn Murders, Supermoon Eclipse + Toddler Alone in Car: News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland, including breeder gives up 53 dogs, entrepreneur eyes Super Bowl ad, Pope Francis' remarks to Congress and more.

Pre-Orders Begin for Anticipated Pink Ribbon License Plates

Fees will provide mammograms to California’s underserved women.

Fires, Earthquakes, Floods and a Tsunami Advisory: One Week In California

Mother Nature kept Californians humble as she unleashed a wide range of natural disasters across the state.

Saturday Smiles: Livestock Rescued from Fire; East Bay on El Capitan for 100th Time; Kayakers Rescued

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

How Dangerous is it Driving in California?

This year is shaping up to be one of the deadliest since 2007 and the economy is partly to blame.

Whale Trapped in Net; Wounded Blue Jay Gets CHP Help; New Home for Bay Bridge Chicken; Fatal Dog Mauling: All in Calif.

Patch has had a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are incredible.

Saturday Smiles: Scratcher Nets Man $750,000; East Bay Man Signs with Mariners; CHP Rescues Bird

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Did 14 Percent of California's Population Leave as a Result of the Recession?

New migration data from IRS tracked those who left and those who arrived

Gas Station Attendant Wins Lottery Windfall

He stashed the winning lottery ticket in a children's book until he could cash it in.

September 11 Attacks: 14 Years Later

The terrorist attacks changed many lives forever--even those thousands of miles away from the terrible destruction.

Elk Grove Residents Encouraged to Donate Blood in Remembrance of September 11

Red Cross partnership with 9/11 Day encourages people to give blood to honor those lost on 9/11. Find out how you can give the gift of life.

LARPing to Fight Hunger

Local reader talks about how local Live Action Role Playing group, Amtgard, is helping to fight hunger.

October 2015 Events at the Franklin Library

October 2015 Events at the Franklin Library

October 2015 Events at the Elk Grove Library

October 2015 Events at the Elk Grove Library

What You Should Do Now to Prepare for El Nino

Wildfires and drought have left California at greater risk of flooding during a monster El Niño, and experts say now is the time to prepare.