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8 victims identified in Lake Tahoe boat capsizing tragedy

3 days ago | fox40.com | Natalie Sierra |Tony Salazar

(FOX40.COM) — The eight victims who died after a 27-foot boat capsized on Lake Tahoe over the weekend have been identified, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office.
Former Grass Valley tech building to transform into music, art, and culture hub

3 weeks ago | fox40.com | Tony Salazar

(FOX40.COM) — Nevada County is home to a few dedicated theaters, with the Nevada Theater, minutes away from the tech company Grass Valley, being the oldest theater west of the Mississippi. Now, there are new plans to turn Grass Valley into a central destination for music and the arts. The former tech company’s owner tried to sell it during the COVID-19 pandemic, but no buyer was in sight, until InConcert Sierra purchased it at a bargain price of about $2.3 million.
Union Gospel Mission modernizes with historic remodel underway

1 month ago | fox40.com | Tony Salazar

(FOX40.COM)–The Union Gospel Mission has been centered in Sacramento since 1967, helping those experiencing homelessness get back on their feet. The nonprofit is undergoing a major remodel that is set to change the way it serves the community, with an estimated eight-month project. It’s a project the Union Gospel Mission’s board of directors has been working on for nearly three years, until they recently received the remaining roughly $600,000 to start the remodeling process in April.
Union Gospel Mission modernizes with historic remodel underway

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tony Salazar

(FOX40.COM)–The Union Gospel Mission has been centered in Sacramento since 1967, helping those experiencing homelessness get back on their feet. The nonprofit is undergoing a major remodel that is set to change the way it serves the community, with an estimated eight-month project. It’s a project the Union Gospel Mission’s board of directors has been working on for nearly three years, until they recently received the remaining roughly $600,000 to start the remodeling process in April.
Sacramento City Fire awarded federal grant to upgrade lifesaving tools

Mar 20, 2025 | fox40.com | Tony Salazar

(FOX40.com)—The Sacramento City Fire Department recently received a $165,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to purchase new extrication equipment, better known as Jaws of Life. The department told FOX40 News the grant has helped replace the extrication tools in three of its nine fire trucks that had the older equipment. Each set costs about $53,000.
Beloved Old Sacramento Waterfront attraction closes permanently for new project

Mar 17, 2025 | yahoo.com | Tony Salazar

(FOX40.COM) — A beloved Old Sacramento Waterfront attraction is closing permanently down on Monday, the organization representing the shopping and entertainment district said. The 65-foot Ferris wheel which opened in 2020 is closing as part of a $25 million reinvestment program approved by the Sacramento City Council last year. The money will fund infrastructure repairs at the Old West-era district, including to the boardwalk and docks.
Beloved Old Sacramento Waterfront attraction closes permanently for new project

Mar 17, 2025 | fox40.com | Tony Salazar |Jacque Porter

by: Tony Salazar, Jacque Porter Posted: Mar 17, 2025 / 01:18 PM PDT Updated: Mar 17, 2025 / 01:18 PM PDT (FOX40.COM) — A beloved Old Sacramento Waterfront attraction is closing permanently down on Monday, the organization representing the shopping and entertainment district said.
Lathrop food vendor looks to rebuild after car crashes into food trailer

Mar 7, 2025 | fox40.com | Tony Salazar

A family-owned business at the Lathrop Food Plaza is left to rebuild after a crash destroyed its food trailer. Darryn and Brandon Agsalda, the brother duo and co-owners of the Agsalda Food Company, say they are devastated as their business is more than just a job—it’s a passion. Both brothers quit their full-time jobs, worked countless hours, and saved money to make this dream a reality during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carmichael elementary school counselor arrested on multiple sexual assault charges

Feb 27, 2025 | fox40.com | Tony Salazar |Jacque Porter

(FOX40.COM) — The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office said detectives have arrested Wonyoung Kim, an elementary school counselor who faces multiple counts of sexually assaulting students. The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office said Kim faces ten total counts, including eight counts of lewd acts on a child under 14 years old and two counts of lewd acts on a child under 14 years old by force.
Dodgeball tournament raises funds to send families on special retreat

Feb 27, 2025 | fox40.com | Tony Salazar

(FOX40.COM) — Get ready to dodge, duck, dip, and dive for a worthy cause. Victory Christian Schools in Carmichael is raising funds with the help of the nonprofit Joni and Friends to send families with disabilities to a week-long retreat. The dodgeball tournament begins Saturday, March 1st, with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and the first game at 9 a.m.The entry fee is $20 per player. Teams must have a minimum of five players but no more than eight.