The Sacramento Brief November 17, 2025

Monday, November 17, 2025Host: Carol📰 NewsStolen Vehicle – Elvas Ave & Folsom BlvdEarly Friday morning, officers responded to Elvas Avenue and Folsom Boulevard and found a stolen vehicle with the suspect asleep behind the wheel. The suspect was safely detained and later arrested on related charges.Source: Sacramento Police DepartmentFirearm Arrest – Calvados Ave & Empress StJust after 7:16 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to reports of a man walking with a handgun near Calvados Avenue and Empress Street. They quickly located the suspect, safely detained him, and recovered a loaded firearm he was not legally allowed to possess. He was arrested on multiple related charges.Source: Sacramento Police DepartmentJoint Operation: Guns & Narcotics SeizedSacramento Police, DEA Sacramento, and the California Highway Patrol conducted a joint operation that resulted in the seizure of multiple firearms and significant quantities of cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl. The department highlighted the importance of coordinated enforcement in keeping the community safe.Source: Sacramento Police Department🏛 City WatchSouth Sacramento Conservation Agency JPA – Meeting CanceledToday’s scheduled South Sacramento Conservation Agency JPA meeting at 11 a.m. has been canceled.Check the Sacramento County website for future meeting dates and updates:👉 Sacramento County Meeting Information🌧 WeatherToday’s Forecast – Cool & WetHigh: 58°FPrecipitation: 100% chance of rainRain on and off throughout the dayExpect wet roads, slower commutes, and plenty of cloud coverPlan extra time for travel and keep the umbrella handy.🚊 Getting AroundSacRT Blue Line – Service UpdateService between Marconi/Arcade and 9th & K has been restored.Single-tracking now in effect between Globe Station and Alkali Flat/La Valentina as work continues on the future Dos Rios Station. More details: 👉 SacRT Dos Rios Project Page🎟 Events“ROYAL CHICANO AIR FORCE in MICTLÁN – 50th Anniversary of Día de los Muertos”Where: Sacramento History Museum, 101 I Street, Old SacramentoWhen: Now through April 5, 2026What: Exhibition celebrating 50 years of Sacramento’s Día de los Muertos traditions, featuring posters, photos, video, a traditional ofrenda, and hands-on workshops.Admission: Free for members and kids (under certain ages), up to about $12 general. More info & tickets: 👉 Sacramento History Museum – RCAF ExhibitChristmas Paint Night at R Vida CantinaWhere: R Vida Cantina, 7040 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA 95610What: Christmas-themed paint night led by instructor Natasha. Beginner-friendly, festive, and fun.Perks:All-day Happy Hour pricing on food & cocktails2-for-$30 special (ask your server on arrival)2-hour in-person classFree parking Event details & registration: 👉 R Vida Cantina Paint Night Info🎧 CreditsHost: CarolShow: The Sacramento BriefMusic: by Steven OXEN