The SACRAMENTO brief Monday, August 24, 2026 | Sword-Wielding Suspect Sparks SWAT Standoff

Sword, Standoff & a Midtown StabbingA stabbing in Midtown and an hours-long SWAT standoff involving a sword and a firearm lead today’s Sacramento Brief.Plus, Sacramento County is asking the public to weigh in on the future of its jail system, and we have two ways to get out and enjoy Midtown today — from free Pilates in the park to a self-guided mural tour.📰 NEWSSacramento Police Department — Daily Activity Log Sacramento Police Daily Activities☀️ WEATHERNational Weather Service — Sacramento Forecast Sacramento Weather Forecast☕ SPONSORToday’s Sacramento Brief is brought to you by Strong Coffee Company.Use code SACBRIEF for up to 20% off at checkout.Strong Coffee Company🏙️ CITY WATCHSacramento County will hold a virtual Jail System Master Planning Community Webinar Thursday, August 27 at 5 p.m. Registration is required, and written public comments will be accepted through September 10.Jail System Master Planning & Webinar Registration📍 EVENTSFree Pilates at Marshall Park Monday, August 24 | 6–7 p.m. James Marshall Park, 915 27th Street Admission: FREEPilates at Marshall Park DetailsMidtown Mural Trail Explore Midtown’s public art using a free digital pass, check in at featured murals and hear audio stories directly from participating artists.Explore the Midtown Mural Trail