How Much Did the Weekend Storms Help the CA Drought?

One National Weather Service official says every little bit of rain helps end the drought, but it may take years to replenish stored water.

Celebrate National Heart Month With A California Avocado

Delicious recipes for avocado muffins, salads, smoothies and even an Avocado Cake with Raspberry Filling and Key Lime Buttercream Frosting.

Sea Lion SOS: 'Extremely Emaciated' Baby Sea Lions Popping Up on Coast

The mothers may be abandoning their pups as they search for food, researchers said. Or, they fear, the pups may have an unidentified disease

For Fair Oaks-Carmichael Residents: IRS Offers 10 Tips about Free Tax Preparation

Did you know there is a free prep service if you earn less than $53,000?

Denio's Annual Dog Day of Fun

Denio's Farmers Market and Swap Meet in Roseville is celebrating “National Something on a Stick Day” with its annual Dog Day of Fun event.

Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction Fundraiser

Rachel Anne Gray Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser Friday, Feb 27 6 - 9pm St. Mel Parish Center $25 per person/$225 per table Call 966-1036

CA Attorney General Seeks To Reinstate Ban on Foie Gras

Foie gras is “a product of extreme animal cruelty,” said one NorCal animal rights law organization.

New, Free Online Directory Helps You Find Tax Preparers Near Fair Oaks-Carmichael

The IRS has launched an online directory of federal tax return preparers, featuring more than 87,000 names from California.

Problem Gamblers and Their Families Can Now Get Help via Text

The new service is sponsored by the California Department of Health. A problem-gambling awareness campaign is coming, too.

Amtrak Offers 2-for-1 February Sweetheart Deal to Local Romantic Destinations

Tickets along Amtrak's coastal line and from Bay Area to Southern California will be two for the price of one in February.

He's Back! 'El Sabelotodo del DMV' (DMV's Spanish-Speaking Mr. Know-It-All) Returns In New VIDEO

This one is on registration renewal. Esto es divertido aunque no habla Español. El DMV tiene un buen sentido del humor?

For Your Young Fair Oaks-Carmichael Readers Fabulous Fantasy Book

Do you have a child who loves magic and fantasy? There's a book for that!

How To Get What You Need To Do Your Taxes, Fair Oaks-Carmichael

IRS tax tips to help you get the services and products you need to file your returns.

Will the Groundhog See His Shadow Monday?

Many are rooting for Punxsutawney Phil to bring the hope for an early spring.

RECIPE: Your Super Bowl Party Will Take Flight With These Chicken Wings

Want to make some homemade hot wings for your Super Bowl gathering this weekend? Then this easy recipe is a must!

Looking For A Romantic Valentine's Day Getaway?

Yosemite/Mariposa County could be the place with cozy inns, scenic hiking and relaxation -- even a $10 rustic spa experience!

How To Post Your Event or Announcement on Fair Oaks-Carmichael Patch

Talk to your community for FREE via Patch.com.

Celebrate Safely: AAA Offering Free Tows Super Bowl Sunday

AAA will start the service at 6 p.m. Super Bowl Sunday and continue it through 6 a.m. Feb. 2

Weak Sierra Snow Pack Suggests Another Year of Drought

According to the most recent measurements, snow pack is at just 25 percent of the long-term average statewide for this time of year.

'Your Kid's in Jail' and 9 Other Scams To Watch Out For In 2015

The Better Business Bureau released its Top 10 list of scams, warning that scammers are becoming more sophisticated.

Cuz It's All About The Dips: 'Supreme Pizza' and 'Hoagie' Dips For Super Bowl Parties

These dips were all the rage on this morning's Today Show. Could be your Super Bowl party show-stoppers ...

Fair Oaks-Carmichael: Don't Fall for Email Scam 'How to Find Sexual Predators Living in Your Neighborhood'

If you received an email warning of a child predator in your neighborhood, it’s probably a phishing scam.

Weekly Snow Report for Fair Oaks-Carmichael Residents Headed to Tahoe

Plus, check the road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow.

Incredible Footage: Pilot Deploys Plane's Parachute, Ditches in Ocean

The plane took off from Tracy on Sunday and the dramatic escape was captured on video several hours later near Maui.

For Young Fair Oaks-Carmichael Readers: A Wickedly Clever Book

You and your children will be amazed at the unique ways that animals defend themselves.

Upcoming Water-Heater Regulations Could Put You In Hot Water

New water heaters could be more costly and larger -- causing some folks to need home renovations to fit the units in their houses.

IRS Says Phone Scams Remain Major Threat, Top This Year's 'Dirty Dozen' Scam List

The agency is releasing items from its annual 'dirty dozen' list one at a time.

Good News! Medi-Cal Applicants Statewide to Receive Faster Eligibility Determinations

The decision stemmed from a case where a child was approved for benefits two months after he died.

Take Care: Dense Fog Advisory This Morning

Turn on your headlights!

13th Annual Sacramento Invitational Taekwondo Championships

Tickets for the most exciting martial arts event in Sacramento all year are now available online. Get yours now and don't miss this!

FREE Singles Valentine's Safety Clinic

Join other single people for a one hour fun free clinic with Black Belt instructors on safety, self-defense and escape moves!

Weekly Snow Report for Residents Headed to Tahoe

Plus, check the road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow

Sacramento Darwin Day

Annual Darwin Day Birthday Gala

For Your Fair Oaks-Carmichael Readers: I Have A Dream

A Beautiful Picture Book to Commemorate the Words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

UTI-Sacramento Monster Jam Open House

High school students and the public are invited to visit UTI to see the Grave Digger* monster truck live

Sacramento Lab Tasked With Finding Cause of Death of Bay Area Birds

A mysterious goo has killed 20 seabirds since Friday, and nearly 100 are being treated at Fairfield center.

UCLA Researchers Make Melanoma Discovery

About 70,000 cases of melanoma are diagnosed annually in the United States, and about 8,000 of those people eventually die of the disease.

Save The Date: Free Admission at Heidrick Ag History Center

It's all part of Sacramento Association of Museums (SAM) 17th annual Museum Day on Feb. 7.

For Fair Oaks-Carmichael Seniors: Get Help Paying Your Medicare Costs

There are four program to help those eligible save on costs.

Want Your Tax Refund Fast, Fair Oaks-Carmichael? E-File Starts Jan. 20

And go to IRS site to learn how the Affordable Care Act affects filings.