Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.
Join us for the 15th Annual Crab Feed at St. Luke's Lutheran Church
Check road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow. Send us your snow photos!
The first sign your tax preparer is a fraud usually starts with taking a piece of your tax refund
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and by the look on this boy's face, his father certainly fits the bill.
Round-up of TV commercial sneak-peeks, security news, prostitution busts, plus, last-minute recipes for snacks and team-inspired cocktails!
Categories range from working dogs in therapy and law enforcement to the ordinary dog that does extraordinary things!
Don’t miss this chance to kick up your heels and shout with other singles interested in fun, fitness, personal safety
A free, public reception is set for Feb. 12.
Halau o` Keikiali`i in Elk Grove/Sacramento based in San Francisco. Open enrollment every Friday night for the entire month of February.
The U.S. State Department is expecting an influx of passport renewals soon, which could create lengthy delays.
The incident was at a gas station in Suisun City.
Soroptimist International of Elk Grove invites you to their 1st Annual Martinis and Merriment Fundraiser on March 18th at The Falls.
A day of family fun, food and entertainment with many kid's activities. Featured Bands: Terry Sheets, Steel Rose and Brodie Stewart
Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation raises funds to offer scholarships to local students; Dickey's is helping in a delicious way!
Patch has had a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state. Some of these stories will tug at your heartstrings.
Register for your chance to show off your talent in this local vocal competition and win a cash prize!
UC Davis Professor Shapiro is sponsoring his annual contest, first launched in 1972. And ... the cabbage white butterfly must be alive.
"This rare event won't happen again until 2034," NASA says. "... So make sure to look up to the skies on Christmas Day."
The 53-year-old father and dentist went missing in October.
Investigators say the woman shook the 18 month old and dropped him on the floor.
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.
"Adventures With Waffles" is a wonderful family read-aloud. Plus, we have a slew of other top recommendations ...
This simple and affordable project is perfect for the little ones and may just become a Christmas eve tradition at your house.
The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.
It was not curiosity, but a trash compactor, that almost killed this cat near Sacramento.
Charity auction and donation drive, just in time for the holidays
He already has an extensive criminal record. Now, police are seeking him for attempted murder.
This winter libation will be the star of your next holiday gathering.
The governor also ordered capitol flags lowered to half-staff.
Check road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow.
According to a UCLA economic forecast released Wednesday, the state will continue to see steady gains in employment in the next two years.
The children were sleeping upstairs when a South Sacramento home caught fire.
Community members invited to join students and their families for a hot breakfast and pictures with Santa
More than 60 family members and friends joined students to prepare a group meal for the school’s 14th Annual Friendship Feast
One pair of donated socks get you three free introductory white belt lessons at Robinson's Taekwondo!
The U.S. Department of Justice complaint alleges the companies conduct defrauded consumers through the sale of unapproved drugs.