Elk Grove Unified adopts $1.16 billion 2026-27 budget
The Elk Grove Unified board unanimously approved a budget that targets a more than 90% reduction in the district’s operating deficit.
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Elk Grove approves $11.15 million purchase for future city growth
The Elk Grove City Council approved buying three commercial properties near City Hall, including a Studio Court office building for future city and police expansion.
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Elk Grove Police ALPR Network Faces Renewed Scrutiny
An audit-related report is raising questions about Elk Grove’s 87-camera license-plate-reader network, data searches, access and a contract through 2028.
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Elk Grove road, drainage projects advance as late-summer lane restrictions continue
Elk Grove’s capital program lists construction, design and bid milestones for July and August, while city closure notices document lane restrictions on Elk Grove Boulevard, Bruceville Road and other streets.
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Elk Grove Approves Rezone and Two-Lot Map for 10132 Sheldon Road
Elk Grove approved a zoning change and tentative parcel map for 10132 Sheldon Road, allowing about 4.97 acres to be divided into two rural residential lots while leaving future construction subject to additional permits and standards.
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Elk Grove’s Aug. 7 nomination deadline puts mayor and two council races into final stretch
Elk Grove’s 5:00 p.m. Aug. 7 nomination deadline is four days away. The latest city filing snapshot lists five people across the mayoral and District 2 and District 4 council races, but it is not the final ballot.
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Elk Grove cooling center remains open through Monday amid triple-digit heat
A cooling center at Wackford Community Complex, 9014 Bruceville Road, is scheduled to operate noon to 8 p.m. through Monday, August 3, for people without shelter or adequate home cooling.
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Elk Grove Costco Gas Holds at $5.26, Diesel $6.10 as Metro Prices Rise
The Elk Grove Costco lists regular gas at $5.26 and diesel at $6.10, unchanged from the last check as Sacramento metro averages rise.
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Elk Grove Station Lists Regular Gas Near $5.26, Diesel Near $6.10
A July 29 Elk Grove station listing shows regular gas near $5.26 and diesel near $6.10 as Sacramento metro averages sit above prior-day, weekly and monthly levels.
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Elk Grove council weighs Historic Main Street planning rules
Elk Grove officials discussed renaming and updating the Old Town planning area on July 22, but no new zoning or business rules were approved.
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Elk Grove Daily Brief: Mild February Weather, Quiet Start to the Weekend
Elk Grove, CA — February 6, 2026 — A calm local news cycle greets Elk Grove today, with mild weather setting the tone as the city heads into the weekend.
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Weekly News Wrap-Up for Elk Grove, CA
Elk Grove, CA — February 5, 2026 — This week in Elk Grove, local schools celebrate achievements, and community events bring residents together.
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Elk Grove, CA — February 3, 2026 — Local News Update
Elk Grove, CA — February 3, 2026 — Recent developments in Elk Grove include a new Filipino fast-food chain, a pause in local barbecue operations, and a rise in ‘door kick challe…
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Elk Grove, CA Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
6:54 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Elk Grove, CA: 43°F (Fog) · Humidity 100% · Wind 0 mph
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Elk Grove Police Department Enhances Drone Capabilities for Emergency Response
Elk Grove, CA — January 31, 2026 — The Elk Grove Police Department has expanded its drone capabilities to improve emergency response times and efficiency.
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Elk Grove, CA Weather Snapshot – January 31, 2026
5:34 PM · Saturday, January 31, 2026 · Elk Grove, CA: 63°F (Clear) · Humidity 72% · Wind 5 mph