The Sacramento Brief March 25, 2026

🎙️ THE SACRAMENTO BRIEF — MARCH 25, 2026[NEWS]Man Convicted in Sacramento Murder After Years on the RunA Sacramento County jury has convicted Arturo Hernandez of second-degree murder in the killing of Anthony Freas.Prosecutors say Hernandez entered his estranged wife’s apartment and fatally stabbed the victim while he slept, then fled to Mexico for five years before extradition.He faces 16 years to life in prison. Sentencing is set for April 17.Sacramento Man Convicted of 22 Counts of Child Sexual AssaultBobbie Owen has been found guilty of 22 counts of child sexual assault involving a victim who was 11 when the abuse began.The abuse continued for years and was reported decades later.Owen faces up to 39 years and 4 months in prison. Sentencing is scheduled for May 8.[CITY WATCH]County Renames March 31 HolidayThe Sacramento County Board of Supervisors has voted to rename Cesar Chavez Day as Sacramento County Farm Workers Appreciation Day.Officials say the change highlights the critical role farm workers play in the region.🔗 https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/county-renames-march-31-holiday-.html#gsc.tab=0[WEATHER]Wednesday Forecast• Mostly sunny• High: 84• Light southwest windsTonight• Partly cloudy• Low: 52[EVENTS]Museum Market Mixer📍 California State Railroad Museum🗓 March 26 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM🎟 $10 donation entryLocal vendors, vintage finds, art, music, and wine.🔗 https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/47780142/museum-market-mixer-sacramento-california-state-railroad-museumDe Colores: California’s Migrant Farm Workers (Virtual Panel)🗓 March 26 | 4:00 PM – 5:30 PMA deep dive into the diverse communities shaping California’s agricultural workforce.🔗 https://libraryca.libcal.com/event/16412990Dad Night📍 Center for Fathers and Families📍 920 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento🗓 March 26 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMAn evening of connection, conversation, and community support for fathers.🔗 https://www.cffsacramento.orgListen daily on Spotify, YouTube Podcasts, and on your smart speaker — just ask for The Sacramento Brief.