Walter Makaula, kcranews

Walter Makaula

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Sacramento, CA, United States

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Past:
  • kcranews
  • WISN 12 News
  • WCVB-TV Boston
  • CBS4 Miami

Past articles by Walter:

Power outage in Old Sacramento temporarily cancels Theater of Lights, Polar Express

On Thursday, most businesses were still closed and holiday events had been canceled after Tuesday's power outage. → Read More

City of Sacramento to continue towing homeless vehicles despite mayor's alternate plan

The Sacramento City Council in a 6-2 vote Tuesday night dashed out hopes that would've put an end to the towing away of vehicles used by people experiencing homelessness as shelters. → Read More

2 teens accused of Elk Grove high school shooting threats

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said deputies on Wednesday arrested two teens accused of making threats against an Elk Grove High School. → Read More

Folsom ice rink opening delayed due to vandalism and theft

Over the past week, people have been hopping over the fence and trampling all over tubing used for the rink. → Read More

Experts urge to watch signs of domestic abuse after Stockton killing

Elizabeth Sanchez is the outreach manager at the Women's Center Youth and Family Services in Stockton. She sees it every day: a pattern of behaviors used to gain or maintain power and control over another. → Read More

Student standing feet away describes stabbing at Turlock High School

Turlock High School senior Paris Wells said she is still in shock over what she witnessed Friday morning on campus. → Read More

A look at The Preserve: Elk Grove's new multi-use park

The Preserve includes a 4.83-acre pond, a picnic pavilion, a sprawling meadow and lots of trails and open spaces for walking. It's also dog-friendly. → Read More

Steinberg: Number of vaccinated Sacramento city employees drastically increased

The number of City of Sacramento employees vaccinated has improved months after Mayor Darrell Steinberg said he would push for staff to get their shot. → Read More

Street vendors killed after being run over by vehicle in Sacramento County, officials say

Two street vendors were killed Friday evening in Sacramento County after a driver jumped a curb and struck them, according to the California Highway Patrol. → Read More

Social media trend leads to threats made at NorCal schools

Multiple Northern California schools have reported threats of violence that appear to be linked to trending social media posts across the country. → Read More

How the upcoming storm could impact Sacramento's homeless community

The upcoming storm is expected to wreak havoc on the unhoused community in the Sacramento area. Thousands living on the streets and along the waterways will be exposed to the dangerous conditions. → Read More

Questions surround proposed homeless shelters in Sacramento

There was heated debate Thursday night as residents of a Sacramento neighborhood met with Mayor Darrell Steinberg about five proposed homeless shelters. → Read More

Sutter Roseville nurses protest staffing shortages amid COVID

Nurses at Sutter Roseville Medical Center held a candlelight vigil in front of their workplace Thursday night to draw attention to the staffing shortages they say put patients and nurses at risk. → Read More

Police increase patrols in Sacramento neighborhood after women's underwear found on same cars

Police have increased patrols in a Sacramento neighborhood after reports of women finding ladies' underwear on their windshield wipers. → Read More

Granite Bay couple unearths massive yellow diamond at park visit

A Granite Bay couple with a penchant for visiting national parks made a wild discovery on their latest trip: an extremely rare yellow diamond. → Read More

Sacramento County prepares to help incoming Afghan refugees

Sacramento County officials are preparing to welcome refugees who managed to escape Afghanistan following the Taliban's takeover. They discussed details in a virtual meeting Wednesday. → Read More

Rocklin named to Money Magazine's 'Best Places to Live' list

Money Magazine put out its new list of "The 50 Best Places to Live" this week and a city in Placer County is one of only two California cities to get that honor. → Read More

Sacramento City Unified officials mull COVID-19 vaccine mandate

The Sacramento City Unified School District is considering enacting vaccine mandates for students in an effort to keep schools open while curbing the spread of COVID-19. → Read More

Sac State students must show proof of vaccination for campus access

Thousands of Sac State students who were not allowed on campus after missing a deadline to show proof of vaccination have since taken steps to lift that ban. → Read More

Caldor Fire: Volunteer firefighter recovering after receiving skin grafts due to burns

On Wednesday, Richard Gerety was recovering in the hospital at UC Davis after suffering second- and third-degree burns to 20% of his body. His wife, Jennifer Gerety, has been at his side as he begins his long road to recovery. → Read More