By Ashley Robinson and Laura Braden

Mother’s Day is next Sunday, May 12. And if it slipped your mind, no worries – we have you covered with gift (from Ashley since she’s a NEW mom!) and restaurant (from Laura because … well, a girl’s gotta eat) ideas throughout Sacramento’s grid.

CONTEST: Post an old/vintage picture of you and your mom on Facebook. Tag Girls on the Grid and Hook & Ladder – our favorite picture will win a $INSERT gift certificate to Hook & Ladder! Contest runs Sunday, May 5 through Friday, May 12... Read More

14th Annual Public Safety & Community Appreciation Breakfast

In recognition of National Police Week, DA Jan Scully will host the 14th Annual Public Safety & Community Appreciation Breakfast.

This year’s event will continue a valued Sacramento tradition of bringing public safety members together with public and elected officials, business and community leaders, and individual citizens to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of those who help to keep our region safe.

Given the recent loss of fallen and wounded officers in Sacramento County and throughout California, this year’s event theme is, “Sworn to Protect & Serve: Honoring Our Wounded & Fallen Officers.” The public is encouraged to attend and help honor local public safety colleagues and their families for the sacrifices they have made in the line of duty.

Honorees who will be attending include family members of fallen Galt Police Officer Kevin Tonn a