Sacramento Sheriff Scott Jones Kicks Off Event Series To Help Prevent Mass ShootingsMarch 2, 2018 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento County Sheriff's Office held the first of six local seminars Thursday night at Capital Christian Center. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Could Get Tougher Penalties For Handling Phones While Driving Under New BillFebruary 12, 2018 | Chris NicholsThe proposal for tougher penalties follows a 2017 law that banned all hand-held use of electronic devices while driving, including music and mapping applications.
State GovernmentLaw Expands Safety Requirements For New Swimming Pools in CaliforniaDecember 21, 2017 | Chris NicholsA law that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2018 requires new and remodeled pools in California to have an additional safety layer to protect children from drowning.
State GovernmentViolent Crimes List Would Expand Under Proposed California Ballot MeasureOctober 31, 2017 | Julia MitricLaw enforcement and crime victims groups have introduced a ballot initiative to change California's recent criminal justice laws. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew California Law: Keep Your Hands Off Your Smartphone While DrivingDecember 28, 2016 | Chris NicholsStarting Jan. 1, drivers in California will be banned from operating their smartphone –- unless it’s mounted to a dashboard or windshield –- and can be activated with one finger tap or swipe. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Lincoln Police Say Officer Shot And Killed Man In McDonald's Parking LotOctober 25, 2016 | Bob Moffitt | Andrew NixonThe Lincoln Police Department says one of its deputies shot and killed a man in the McDonald's parking lot at G and Third Streets this morning.
Use Of Force Practices Top Week Of Sacramento Law Enforcement TrainingOctober 3, 2016 | Bob MoffittPolice reforms, response to mental illness, and use of force are all topics at a law enforcement training event this week in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentStill No Arrests In Stabbings At California State CapitolJuly 6, 2016 | Chris NicholsAuthorities have yet to arrest anyone involved in last month's melee at the state Capitol between white supremacists and radical counter protesters in which five people were stabbed. Police say they are evaluating how to head off future violence.
Mental Health SeriesFew Psychiatric Beds For Tens Of Thousands In NeedApril 19, 2016 | Bob MoffittFor people struggling with their mental health, there are an increasing number of opportunities to get help. The groups working to expand resources in the Sacramento area say the system is hamstrung by the lack of adequate treatment facilities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Mental Health SeriesLaw Enforcement Officers Train To Resolve Mental Health EmergenciesApril 14, 2016 | Bob MoffittFor decades, law enforcement officers had to figure out how to help mentally ill people during a crisis on their own. Now, the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department provides training that is making a difference for both officers and those in need. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.