Current News
Elk Grove Man Indicted in COVID-Relief Loan Fraud Scheme
The suspect operates and Elk Grove-based business
Austin Foster Gibson
A 1990 graduate of Colorado School of Mines, Austin Foster Gibson has written extensively about mining safety and national security.
Environmental News
State of Calif. issues heat warning; Severe heat warning issued Thursday & Friday for Elk Grove
Elk Grove is unlikely to open a cooling center as it does not meet its minimum heat requirements.
Law and Justice
Sacramento Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking
Sentencing at U.S. District Court in Sacramento
Current News
First outreach session on site selection for Elk Grove permanent homeless shelter being held this week
Unlike the previous two homeless shelters, the city is in the process of selecting a site for a permanent facility.
Politics & Government
Rural Elk Grove resident calls proposed changes for Summer Villas project 'Unreasonable, irresponsible, and reckless'
Since the city's founding in 2000, elected officials have promised to leave the rural area as is.
Politics & Government
As online traffic complaints continue unabated, City of Elk Grove joins Reddit to thwart criticism
Elk Grove officials may get more than they anticipate on the Elk Grove Subreddit.
Elections
'Nothing to see here folks' as Elk Grove Councilmember Spease discloses semiannual campaign finances
Spease has eschewed fundraising activities.
Law and Justice
Sacramento Man Sentenced to 25 years for extortion, child sexual abuse material offenses
"This investigation highlights the serious threat sextortionists pose to children who use popular messaging and social media apps."
Politics & Government
Elk Grove Councilmember Rod Brewer accepts contributions of $249, money from builder groups
The $249 donation from Tsakopoulos Investments suggests that the organization may have business before the Elk Grove City Council
Community News
Elk Grove Police expands public information staff, adds veteran reporter Julissa Ortiz
The department said the addition reflects a commitment to professionalizing public engagement.
Law and Justice
Elk Grove Police sued over forceful arrest; victim’s wife alleges officer tried intimidating her
“I felt that his conduct was unprofessional,” Ms. Kaur said of Officer Gustavo Aguilar
Community News
Wilton Rancheria Chairman Jesus Tarango discusses importance of tribal flag flying at City Hall
Mr. Tarango said the flying of the flag adjacent to the American Flag is of great significance