Olivia DeGennaro
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Sacramento, CA, United States
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How a bracelet can help Placer County first responders track down missing people
AUBURN, Calif. (KTXL) — A new program in Placer County is helping police find missing people faster and more efficiently. It’s called Project Lifesaver — and the goal is to do just that. “We reach out to the community who have family members, friends who suffer from these cognitive diseases and bring them on as […] → Read More
Team USA Olympic gymnasts bringing high-energy entertainment, mental health awareness to G1C
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Team USA Olympic gymnasts are in Sacramento at the Golden 1 Center to perform in Gold Over America, a new show touring the country. Gold Over America is described as a “high-energy gymnastics-meets-pop-concert spectacular.” Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time, is headlining this tour. During this year’s Olympics, […] → Read More
California State Fair to return in 2022, features new cannabis competition
The competition will be the first-ever of its kind inviting licensed marijuana producers from around the state with the ultimate goal of educating the public. → Read More
‘We really felt his presence here’: Rancho Cordova dedicates statue in honor of deputy killed in 2018
The Rancho Cordova community honored and remembered a fallen deputy on the anniversary of his death Friday, erecting a permanent memorial in his honor. → Read More
Community to gather for procession honoring Sgt. Nicole Gee, Marine killed in Kabul airport attack
Family and community members are set to welcome home a local fallen hero who was killed last month in an attack on an airport in Kabul, Afghanistan. → Read More
Voters stream into local polling places with California’s future in mind
After millions cast their ballots and others headed to their local polling places Tuesday to make their voices heard, local residents spoke with FOX40 about what voting in this year’s recall election means to them. → Read More
Sacramento Metro Fire recruits honor hundreds of firefighters’ lost on 9/11 with stair climb
It’s a day all Americans pause to remember, but for firefighters, the events that unfolded 20 years ago on Sept. 11 hit especially close to home. → Read More
Family-owned campground provides shelter, support for Caldor Fire evacuees
SHINGLE SPRINGS, Calif. (KTXL) — Hundreds of people are still unable to return to their homes as the Caldor Fire continues to burn in El Dorado County. “Sure enough, as I started to go to bed, all the phones started ringing and get out immediately,” said evacuee Gloria Huck. It’s an experience all too familiar […] → Read More
Future of California’s forests starts at Cal Fire seed bank, nursery
As California experiences more intense fires year after year, Cal Fire has scientists working behind the scenes to help the forest recover in burned areas. → Read More
Sacramento Fire captain explains the conditions fire crews face
Firefighters have endured long days and nights, essentially living in fire zones for weeks straight. Captain Keith Wade with the Sacramento Fire Department joined Olivia to talk about what it’s like for firefighters as they battle flames. → Read More
El Dorado County sets up temporary recall election voting center for Caldor Fire victims
El Dorado County election officials are making sure the thousands of Caldor Fire evacuees have the opportunity to vote in the upcoming recall election. → Read More
Caldor Fire evacuees with pets find community in church parking lot
Thousands of people are still evacuated from the Caldor Fire, and while many are staying in shelters or hotels, hundreds are living out of a Cameron Park parking lot so they can stay with their pets. → Read More
California recall election: What’s on the ballot and how to vote
California counties on Monday began mailing out ballots to all active, registered voters for the upcoming recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom. → Read More
Advocates demand unhoused be allowed to stay at Stockton Boulevard encampment
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — Advocates with the Sacramento Poor People’s Campaign demonstrated at an encampment along Stockton Boulevard Monday morning. They demanded that the city of Sacramento and property owners stop moving unhoused people off properties. Protesters also called on the city to provide more shelter space for people experiencing homelessness, especially as the delta […] → Read More
Sacramento Police investigating deadly shooting on Capitol Mall, south of Tower Bridge
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — The Sacramento Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting near Capitol Mall and First Street, just south of the Tower Bridge. The shooting happened around 1:15 a.m. Thursday outside, near the Embassy Suites hotel, police said. Investigators remain at the scene. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. → Read More
Stockton students return to campus with virus protocols in place
STOCKTON, Calif. (KTXL) — Students returned to Franklin High School in Stockton for their first day of school Monday. For many, this is their first time physically on campus. “It’s nerve wracking,” freshman Santiago Moniz said. Others were happy to return. “I’m hyped,” senior Brian Sandoval told FOX40. “I feel excited to come back to […] → Read More
Sacramento police investigating death at business park near Exposition Boulevard
The death may be related to a vehicle accident, police said. → Read More
Cal Fire runs 24-hour operation out of McClellan Air Park to support firefighters with air tankers
As multiple major fires burn around the state, Cal Fire is sending in air support to help firefighters on the ground. → Read More
Deputies investigating shooting at apartment complex near Arden Way
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KTXL) — The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting at an apartment complex near Arden Way. The shooting happened around 1:50 a.m. Tuesday. The sheriff’s office said homicide detectives remain in the area of Bell Park Apartments on Bell Street. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. → Read More
Field of flags in Elk Grove honoring first responders, supporting End of Watch Fund
A field of flags in Elk Grove is honoring first responders who have died in the line of duty. Each flag is helping raise money for the End of Watch Fund, an organization that supports officers and their families after suffering tragedies. → Read More