🌱Crime Victims March To Capitol + Kylie Jenner's Sac Prom Date Boxes

Sacramento CA

25 April, 2022

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Morning, Sacramento! It's Tuesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in town. First, today's weather: Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 79 Low: 46. Here are the top five stories today in Sacramento: A local roller derby team was just getting started in its new venture when thieves ransacked the new facility. This non-profit is all about giving back to the community, but this is not the way it had in mind. Thousands of dollars of equipment and memorabilia was taken. The organization is determined to get through this and keep moving forward, finding ways to skate and give back to the community, but it needs your help. It is hoping to get a boost through the big day of giving coming up. (CBS Sacramento)G.A.P is a Sacramento nonprofit that is working to curb violence in the Sacramento region by focusing on the youth in the community. According to its leader, G.A.P. stands for "Gang Awareness and Prevention" as well as "God Answers Prayers." "We wanted to offer something that was different than your traditional church," G.A.P. director Randal Broadhurst told KCRA 3. "Something that was unique, that they could relate to." The nonprofit focuses on people 12- to 24-year-olds who are currently incarcerated or were incarcerated in Sacramento County by providing mentorship, food, shelter, job training, education help and other resources."We just want to keep them from re-offending and going back inside prison," Broadhurst said. (KCRA3) 700 crime victims left Stockton early Monday morning to march to the capital. These marchers are hoping to raise awareness about the victims of deadly crimes and some of the ways the community can help. They will be highlighting victims crime bills and money for youth and mental health and addiction services. This march kicks off a two day event in the state capital which is expected to include an address by Attorney General Rob Banta. The event will start today at the SAFECU Convention Center and will proceed Wednesday to the Capitol building. (ABC10)Albert Ochoa, a social media influencer from Sacramento who gained national attention when Kylie Jenner agreed to be his high school prom date, is now headed into the boxing ring for a celebrity match. Ochoa has more than 229,000 followers on social media since getting the attention of Jenner and taking her to prom in 2017 at Rio Americano High School. Sacramento's very own Tony "The Tiger" Lopez, the three-time world boxing champion, is helping Ochoa prepare for his upcoming match. (KCRA3)Sacramento Police are in a standoff with an armed person in the area of 58th Street and Fruitridge Road who is holding at least one person against their will. SWAT and crisis negotiators were on the scene. The situation began around 10 am Monday and was still going on at least 12 hours later. No injuries have been reported. Schools in the area were placed on lockdown out of an abundance of caution. (CBS Sacramento) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Getting some spring cleaning tasks done? Why not refresh your home's security, too. Secure windows, doors, and more with up to $80 off on select Alarm Pro Kits. Don't wait, offers end 5/1 at 9 p.m. PST. Today in Sacramento: Sacramento Beer Week presents Tacos y Luna at Urban Roots Brewery. They'll be pouring pints of Luna de Miel all day long and the Smokehouse will be serving up a selection of special tacos until they're sold out. (12:00 Noon)Bring your little ones to see Blippi the Musical at the Memorial Auditorium. (6:00 PM)Sactown Swings is Nor-cal's longest-running weekly swing dance! Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at The Bank in Sacramento. (7:00 PM)Car Seat Headrest is an American indie rock band. They'll be at Ace of Spades in Midtown tonight. (8:00 PM) From my notebook: The City of Elk Grove wants to hear from you! Tell them what is important to you by filling out this brief feedback form today! The oldest Honorary Mayor in Fair Oaks history is turning 100! Penny Howard became honorary mayor at the tender age of 98 and the City wants to give her a big send-off into her next century by collecting 100 birthday cards for her! Congratulate Penny on her big milestone by sending a card to the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce by May 7.Get the latest edition of the Sacramento County Newsletter! Find out where our ARPA funds are going and get some tips on the new green waste recycling program. More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Taxes in Retirement Webinar (April 26) Sacramento St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway (April 28) FightersRep 13 (April 30) 2022 Flute Festival, presented by the Sacramento Flute Club (April 30) Hire A Pro To Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8) Soon The Rains Will Come (May 14) The People's Trial of Golden Alouicious Locks (May 15) Add your event Loving the Sacramento Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] That's it for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update. — Jeri Karges About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...