The Sacramento Brief Friday August 28, 2026 | Sacramento Shooting, DUI Checkpoint & a Weekend Weather Surprise

Sacramento Shooting, DUI Checkpoint & a Weekend Weather SurpriseHere’s what’s in today’s Sacramento Brief:🚔 South Hagginwood Shooting — One man was hospitalized after a shooting near Del Paso Boulevard and Helena Avenue Thursday evening. Police detained a suspect.🚨 DUI Checkpoint Tonight — Sacramento Police will conduct a DUI checkpoint somewhere in the city from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. https://x.com/sacpolice/status/2093011523182694561?s=46&t=PhCR2qG_2J0JHQypV0KFew🌦️ Weekend Weather — Slight rain chance Friday morning, then clearing. Sunny Saturday and Sunday with highs in the upper 80s. https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.534264&lon=-121.443586🏛️ City Watch — Four properties were added to Sacramento’s historic register, including the former El Dorado School and homes in Oak Park and East Sacramento. https://sacramentocityexpress.com/2026/08/27/four-sacramento-properties-receive-historic-landmark-designation/☕ Sponsor: Strong Coffee Company — Use code SACBRIEF for up to 20% off. https://strongcoffeecompany.com/❤️ Support The Sacramento Brief https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-carol-keep-sacramento-informed-and-connectedWEEKEND EVENTS🫖 Tea Ceremony + Sound Bath — Fri., Aug. 28, 6–8 p.m., Ritual Wellness House, 2114 P Street. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tea-ceremony-sound-bath-expereince-tickets-1996459514150🎤 Hip Hop Congress International Conference — Fri.–Sun., Aug. 28–30. Film, panels, workshops, live music and a Sunday park jam. https://www.hiphopcongress.com/🌴 H.E.R.E. x Esther’s Park Day Party — Sun., Aug. 30, 5–9 p.m., 3408 3rd Avenue. 21+. Free with RSVP before 5:30 p.m.; $20 after. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/here-x-esthers-park-day-party-sunday-august-30th-tickets-1998835456658Thanks for listening to The Sacramento Brief.