The Sacramento Brief April 13, 2026 - Student Shooting at Natomas High | Stockton Blvd Safety Plans | Photography Month + Monarch Talk

Description:A student is dead following a shooting at Natomas High School, with the suspect still at large. Plus, the city moves forward with safety upgrades along Stockton Boulevard—and how you can weigh in. And a look at Photography Month Sacramento and a local talk on saving monarch butterflies.📰 NewsSacramento police are searching for a student suspected in a fatal shooting at Natomas High School.The victim, a juvenile from a nearby school, was killed as classes were being dismissed Friday afternoon.The suspect remains outstanding. No motive has been released.Natomas Unified has canceled events and increased campus security while offering counseling support.🏙️ City WatchA community workshop is set for April 15 on the Stockton Boulevard Safety and Transit Enhancement Project (STEP).Focus: improving safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders along one of Sacramento’s busiest corridors.Public input will help shape future upgrades.🔗 Read more:https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/04/09/april-15-workshop-to-focus-on-safety-transit-changes-along-stockton-boulevard/☀️ WeatherMonday: Mostly sunny, high near 64Monday Night: Clear, low around 46🎨 EventsPhotography Month Sacramento (All April)A region-wide celebration of photography featuring exhibits, workshops, and community events.Locations include Crocker Art Museum, California Museum, and more.🔗 Explore events:https://www.photomonthsacramento.org/Monarch Butterfly Talk – UC Davis Scientist Elizabeth CroneLearn about the 95% decline in western monarch populations—and how you can help.Includes Q&A and discussion.🔗 Event info:https://www.californiagroundbreakers.org/events/2026/4/12/sac-science/april/elizabeth-crone-on-butterflies🎧 Listen daily on Spotify, YouTube Podcasts, and your smart speaker—just ask for The Sacramento Brief.