The Sacramento Brief November 18, 2025

A targeted break-in hits a Midtown gaming shop, a dangerous TikTok trend reaches Sacramento County, and we’ve got key City Watch updates, weather, getting around, and tonight’s events.In today’s Sacramento Brief, Carol breaks down the burglary at 1UP Retro Video Games, how the suspect got inside, and why investigators believe it was planned. Plus — officers warn the viral “door-kick challenge” is now happening in our area, leading to property damage and close calls with startled homeowners.We’ll also look at an important community training focused on protecting vulnerable youth, a quick weather check, and what’s happening around town — from open mic stand-up to discounted ice skating for a good cause.In this episode:• Midtown Sacramento break-in at 1UP Retro Video Games• Stolen sealed games, collectible cards & evidence left behind• TikTok “door-kick challenge” spreading into Sacramento County• Why the trend is dangerous for homeowners and teens• Protect Our Youth: SUD Prevention & Harm Reduction Training at Sierra 2 Center• Weather outlook: clear skies, highs near 60°• Getting around & transit notes• Sacramento Comedy Spot Open Mic• Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink donation discountProtect Our Youth: SUD Prevention & Harm Reduction TrainingDowntown Ice RinkThe Comedy SpotKeywords: Sacramento news, Midtown Sacramento, 1UP Retro Video Games, break-in Sacramento, collectible card theft, TikTok door kick challenge, Sacramento County crime, Sacramento events today, Sierra 2 Center training, Sacramento Comedy Spot, Downtown Ice Rink, The Sacramento Brief, Sacramento local news podcast.