City News

Yes, fireplaces make smoke April 12 “Two males going door to door.” “Vehicle red convertible Chevy, driving slow, not using blinkers, not able to maintain lanes, reporting party believes possibly under the influence.”   April 13 “Hour ago — reporting party found black jacket hanging from his water meter.” “Black motorcycle with male rider with neon […]

Davis Commons loses another tenant The Davis Commons at 1st and E streets has had a revolving door of tenants open up and close shop in the location for the last few years. Whole Foods, The Habit Burger, Ben & Jerry’s, Papyrus and Jamba Juice are all among the many businesses that have recently come […]

Airport looking for developers to bring amenities A pet hotel, among other amenities, may be in the works for Sacramento International Airport. Currently, the airport is looking for developers and proposing various additions. Laurie Slothower, a spokesperson for Sacramento International Airport, stated that the airport is considering a plaza, as well as other commercial uses. […]

Eric Gudz run for Davis City Council Eric Gudz, a candidate for Davis City Council, planned to host speaking rallies during Picnic Day to further their campaign and bring to light issues such as the housing crisis. However, these plans took a turn when their rally was shut down due to a power outage. Gudz […]

That’s a lot of ‘subjects’ April 3 “Front bedroom window, male subject looked into window through the cracked blinds. Subject saw reporting party look out and left on foot toward Rutgers.”   April 4 “Reporting party has some ammo to be destroyed.” “Vehicle blocking reporting party’s mailbox and fire hydrant.” “Reporting party received suspicious call […]

Project to update, modernize community space The Veterans Memorial Center started renovations on March 26. The renovations are mostly focused around modernizing the center’s interior. During construction, the neighboring Veterans Memorial Theater will remain open. The VMC is a community space that hosts recreational classes, exercise classes and summer camps. Additionally, it serves as a […]

New trees, landscaping to be installed Tree Davis was founded in 1992, and has since worked with over 3,000 volunteers to plant over 9,000 new trees in and around the Davis area. The Woodland Tree Foundation was founded shortly after, motivated by the efforts of Tree Davis, and has since planted 4,607 trees around the […]

Broadband advisory task force researches new methods to bring better internet connections to community The Davis City Council is currently looking into research to establish better broadband internet connections for the Davis community. The council has created a Broadband Advisory Task Force that will conduct research and propose different solutions to bring better broadband availability […]

Leave the turkeys alone March 29 “Female keeps banging on shared wall stating that reporting party is making too much noise — states this is an ongoing issue with neighbor and apartment management is aware.” “Unattended white box with Zappos label and oil soaked rag — near entrance of plot right after crossing the first set of […]

Davis Odd Fellows brings back classic film festival The Davis Odd Fellows is bringing back its classic film festival for the spring, showing Alfred Hitchcock films in Upper Hall at 415 Second St. in downtown Davis. The first showing is on April 15, and the films are free, with popcorn provided. Doors open at 6:29 […]

How did the cat get stuck in the storm drain? March 19 “Male who sent threatening emails in 2015 is now recontacting company members via email. Concerned subject is decompensating.”   March 20 “Repeat call, transient male and female yelling.” “Occurred 9 minutes ago, delivery vehicle was parked and driver stepped out and vehicle was […]

Picnic at the Park returns to Davis for spring, summer, fall The Davis farmers market welcomed back Picnic in the Park for the warmer season starting March 11. Fans of the smaller winter market can enjoy a broader selection of fruit, vegetables and fresh food from a bustling open marketplace. The event is held every […]