01.11.2024

Today’s Forecast

54º | Mostly sunny | 4% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:23 a.m. | Sunset 5:04 p.m.

Serving the city one call at a time

Sac Fire launches new pilot program for non-emergency 911 calls

The smaller fire trucks still pack all the same gear as their larger siblings. | Photo by City of Sacramento

To better address the ~110,000 calls made to 911 by Sacramentans each year, the Sacramento Fire Department is launching a new pilot program.

New “squads” will use smaller fire trucks with two firefighters — one of whom is a paramedic — mostly to respond to situations that aren’t life-threatening (like a cat stuck in a tree or a small grass fire). The idea is to free up actual fire engines + ambulances for larger emergencies, improving response time.

The trucks will be outfitted with the same medical equipment normal fire engines carry, while packing a 400-gallon water tank. The smaller response teams will also offer telehealth services from Tele911, directly connecting callers to medical professionals.

The program is expected to run through March, with the city’s two squad vehicles located at Station 4 and Station 15.

Events

Thursday, Jan. 11

Alec Flynn | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Punch Line, 2100 Arden Way, Ste 225, Sacramento | $32+ | Laugh along with this viral comedian.
Wifisfuneral: Black Heart Revenge 2 Tour | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 8 p.m. | Harlow’s, 2708 J St., Sacramento | $25 | The Florida-based rapper brings his sound to the City of Trees.

Friday, Jan. 12

Girls, Gays, and Theys | Friday, Jan. 12 | 9 p.m. | Sacramento Comedy Spot, 1050 20th St., Ste. 130, Sacramento | $12 | This inclusive variety show blends sketch, improv and stand-up from Sac + Bay Area performers.
Jurassic Quest | Friday, Jan. 12 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento | $21+ | Enjoy this immersive + interactive experience that brings dinosaurs back to life with raptor training, fossil digs, and more.

Saturday, Jan. 13

Ticket To Ride | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 3 p.m. | Powerhouse, 614 Sutter St., Folsom | $10 | Travel across the universe (to Folsom) for this Beatles tribute band.
Stockton Kings vs. Long Island Nets | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 5 p.m. | Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento | $10+ | Enjoy this contest between two of the NBA’s G-League teams.
Kawaii Rave | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | 2326 J St., Sacramento | $15+ | Dance the night away at this 21+ anime-inspired rave.

Sunday, Jan. 14

Vinyl Sundays | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 12-5 p.m. | Midtown Lounge, 1111 24th St., Sacramento | Free | Bring your own favorite record from home to spin + discover new music.

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News Notes

Sports

The Kings’ Domantas Sabonis is one of five NBA players who will star in an upcoming Netflix docuseries. The team behind the show “Quarterback” — Omaha Productions — has begun shooting the series, but no title or release date has been announced. (Sac Bee)

Job

Sacramento Regional Transit is hosting two hiring events for open positions. Stop by the SacRT Auditorium (1400 29th St.) today between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., or Friday, Jan. 19, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free light rail and bus rides are available for those attending.

Transit

The Sacramento Regional Transit Board of Directors has approved construction of a new light rail station near the Marisol Village affordable housing complex. Groundbreaking on the project should commence by the end of 2024, with a target completion window of 2026. (FOX40)

Open

Mattie Groves Brewery is now open. Located at the former home of Big Stump Brewing Co. (1716 L St.), the husband and wife duo behind the business handle everything from brewing to serving customers without any other employees on staff. (KCRA 3)

Closed

Waffle Experience — a Natomas restaurant featured on Food Network’s “Man v. Food” — has filed for bankruptcy. The news follows what was supposed to be a temporary closure of the eatery back in November. (Sac Biz Journal)

Real Estate

Construction is underway on two affordable housing complexes in Roseville. Hayden Parkway Apartments and Prospera at Fiddyment offer 150+ affordable units combined, with projected opening dates of May and June, respectively. (ABC 10)

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Asked

Your 2024 local predictions

Asked: Your 2024 local predictions

What does 2024 hold for the City of Trees? | Photo via City of Sacramento

Gaze into your crystal ball and tell us... what’s in the cards for Sacramento in 2024?

That’s what we’re asking you, our readers, to tell us. On our list of questions for 2024 predictions, we’re wondering:

Will the Kings reach the NBA Finals?
Who will perform at Concerts in the Park?
When will our temperatures hit 90° again?
Will Taylor Swift announce a surprise concert here?
Will one of our commodes be a contender for the Best Bathroom awards?

Got any other predictions for us? Take our survey. Regardless of what 2024 has in store, we’re looking forward to seeing what happens. All we know for sure is that we’ll be there to keep you updated on what’s to come.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jordan

From the editor

As a lifelong San Francisco 49er fan, I’m sending thoughts + prayers to all my Seattle friends for the loss of their storied Seahawks coach, Pete Carroll (he’s alive, just unemployed).

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