Angela Rodriguez

1 week ago | sacbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Serving on a jury is a key part of American democracy. What happens if that jury duty notice slips past you and you miss your call to serve? The Sacramento Bee went searching for the answer as part of How to California, a community-driven series to help readers navigate life in the Golden State. Here’s what we found out: MORE Our community-driven series — How to California — is here to answer your questions about state laws, history, culture, recreation and travel in the Golden State.

1 week ago | sacbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Home values across California are expected to drop in 2025, according to a recent forecast by Zillow. The real estate company, which previously forecast a 0.6% increase in home values, now anticipates a 1.9% nationwide drop in its latest Home Value and Home Sales Forecast. “While mortgage rates are in an especially unpredictable period, barring unforeseen shocks, Zillow expects rates to end the year near 6.5%,” the company said in its April 18 report.

Nov 29, 2024 | sacbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Getting ready for Christmas? If you’re looking for a live, cut Christmas tree, several major retailers across California have you covered. Here’s where you can pick up one:Whole Foods MarketWhole Foods Market offers fresh cut Christmas trees at select California locations, but only while supplies last, according to an emailed statement from the company. “Customers can contact their local store for information and to purchase,” the company said.

Nov 29, 2024 | sacbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Sacramento County health inspectors recently closed a capital convenience store after identifying an active cockroach infestation. According to the Sacramento County Food Inspection Guide, restaurants are assigned a placard — green, yellow or red — based on inspection results. A green placard indicates the establishment has passed inspection, while a yellow placard signals two or more major violations, which are usually corrected or mitigated during the inspection process.

Nov 22, 2024 | sacbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Sacramento County health inspectors recently closed a local Mexican restaurant and sports organization after identifying serious health violations, including mice droppings and a sewage blockage. Additionally, five other Sacramento County restaurants received yellow placards due to safety issues ranging from fruit flies and rodent activity to grease buildup.