Kimberly Cruz

Sacramento

Reporter at KTXL-TV (Sacramento, CA)

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Articles

‘Sad to see her gone’: Man turns self in for fatal stabbing of former girlfriend

3 weeks ago | fox40.com | Adoreil Ayoubgoulan |Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — A woman was allegedly stabbed multiple times by her former boyfriend on Thursday morning. A woman who employed her has identified her as a 28-year-old woman named Alexis. The woman told FOX40 that she was a caregiver to the family for about a year and a half. Citrus Heights Police Department responded to the stabbing at around 10:15 a.m. near the intersection of Our Way and Farmgate Way.
‘It doesn’t feel real.’ Family honors Elk Grove couple killed in a shooting

1 month ago | fox40.com | Adoreil Ayoubgoulan |Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — The community of Elk Grove is mourning the loss of a couple that was shot and killed at a home in Eva Avenue Monday morning. On Wednesday night, loved ones came together to hold a vigil honoring the two lives lost. The family has identified the couple as Mikey Rodriguez and Serina Silvestre. Many people lit dozens of candles and placed flowers outside of the home. “They were so in love. It was like it was like watching two teenage kids in love.
California faces organ donor shortage, Latino community in high need

2 months ago | fox40.com | Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — Nearly 20,000 people in California are waiting for an organ transplant, according to Sierra Donor Services. The nonprofit began its work back in 1985 helping people across Northern Nevada and California and reaching a total of 13 counties. Video Above: Organ donation lacking for people of color (Aug. 2023)“The reality is, is that there are not enough people deciding to be donors,” said Cristian Morales with Sierra Donor Services.
Creston Road Project Engineer addresses public's concerns

Jan 7, 2025 | ksby.com | Lindsie Hiatt |Kimberly Cruz |Ashley Stevens

Phase 1 of the Creston Road construction project in Paso Robles is expected to be complete by next January. Project Engineer Ditas Esperanza recently discussed the project's timeline and progress with KSBY News reporter Lindsie Hiatt. Esperanza explained that when the city originally went to bid for the project, they struggled to find a contractor willing to take it on. When they did find a contractor, one of the contractor’s stipulations was that they would have ample time to complete the work.
‘I never dreamed it would get this far’: A Northern California family’s 85-year legacy of tortillas

Sep 20, 2024 | fox40.com | Kimberly Cruz

The soft slap of masa — Spanish for dough — being patted in a person’s hands is a familiar sound in the homes of many Latinos. For the Berber family, it’s no different. In fact, it’s what became their family legacy for over 85 years in Northern California. “Mi Rancho began in 1939,” Manuel Berber, the owner of the business, said to FOX40.com.
Sacramento Hispanic Chamber launches 'Street Vendor Bootcamp' for local vendors

Sep 17, 2024 | fox40.com | Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has launched a brand-new program aimed at helping street vendors in the city learn how to launch their business safely and properly. It’s called the “Street Vendor Bootcamp.”David Contto, a business consultant with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said it all began after they realized the huge need and absence for this type of resource in the community. “60% of our country’s economy is driven by a small business owners,” Contto said.
Sacramento Hispanic Chamber launches ‘Street Vendor Bootcamp’ for local vendors

Sep 17, 2024 | finance.yahoo.com | Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has launched a brand-new program aimed at helping street vendors in the city learn how to launch their business safely and properly. It’s called the “Street Vendor Bootcamp.” David Contto, a business consultant with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said it all began after they realized the huge need and absence for this type of resource in the community.
Modesto student is Yale bound after receiving over 20 college admission offers

May 21, 2024 | fox40.com | Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — Eve Youkana will be graduating from Davis High School on May 23, closing that chapter in her life – but her educational career is far from over. A trailblazing senior from Davis High School in Modesto, now Yale bound after applying to 34 colleges, has been accepted to 21 of them. Among her acceptances are most of the Ivy League schools, making her the first Davis High student to achieve this. “Honestly, it’s baffling.
How to Make Shrimp Ceviche

May 7, 2024 | themontclarion.org | Kimberly Cruz

2 Who doesn’t enjoy a delicious, home-cooked meal? In the Ecuadorian culture, it is a delight to enjoy an authentic, savory delicacy called ceviche. It is traditionally served for holidays or any occasion — either way, once I see ceviche I know I’m in for a treat!The history behind this popular delicacy is that it is a coastal/ethnic dish that found its way from the city of Manabi to Quito. The ingredients, such as lemon, orange, onion and cilantro came from the Spaniards.
Sacramento History Museum becomes famous on social media

Apr 10, 2024 | fox40.com | Kimberly Cruz

(FOX40.COM) — The name Howard Hatch might ring a bell. That’s because Hatch has been a volunteer docent at the Sacramento History Museum for 25 years. He spends the majority of his time printing on a 1852 historic Washington Hand Press. However, that’s the only place you may have seen Hatch. Odds are if you are a social media user, you have seen Hatch on Instagram, Tik Tok, YouTube, or Facebook.