Sacramento, CA local news

City Food & Deli licensed for beer, wine and spirits sales in Sacramento

Sacramento Rule Changes Store operating since 2023, licence active October 2026

City Food & Deli, the convenience store at 7076 Bowling Drive in south Sacramento, now holds an active California licence to sell beer, wine, and spirits for takeaway. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) recorded the type 21 off-sale general licence on October 26, 2026, in the name of Budwal Charan.

Why it matters: The licence permits City Food & Deli to sell beer, wine, and spirits for takeaway — expanding what this neighborhood store can legally stock.

Aiden Hotel Downtown Sacramento gains liquor licence at 1111 H Street

Sacramento Rule Changes 1-Day Licence Filing

California's Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control lists a type 70 on-sale general eating place licence as active for Aiden Hotel Downtown Sacramento at 1111 H Street. The record, filed October 22, 2026, names SJ HOSPITALITY INC as the holder. It lets a bona fide eating place serve beer, wine and spirits to customers on site.

Why it matters: Guests and diners at the 1111 H Street hotel can now order beer, wine and spirits on site, a standard draw for the arena crowd.

Z Bistro Corporation applies for beer-and-wine license at Sacramento's 16th Street

Sacramento Rule Changes License application pending

Z Bistro Corporation has asked California's alcohol regulator for permission to serve beer and wine with food at 2018 16th Street in Sacramento. The application first appeared on the state's licensing list on October 22, 2026, marked "applied for" — a license has not been issued.

Why it matters: If California ABC approves, Z Bistro Corporation can serve beer and wine with food at 2018 16th Street in Sacramento.

California lands $20.2M federal grant to expand 988 crisis network

Sacramento Money Moves Three-year federal grant period: September 30, 2026 to September 29, 2029; funding beyond it open

California's Department of Health Care Services received $20,195,467 from the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for its 988 crisis line. The award covers September 30, 2026 through September 29, 2029 and pays for more counselors plus faster response on calls, chats and texts.

Why it matters: The $20.2 million keeps California's 988 lines staffed through 2029, but chat and text answer rates remain far below the state's 90% goal.

Capitol Commodore files alcohol licence application at Sacramento waterfront

Sacramento New Capabilities Ongoing licence application

The Capitol Commodore, City Cruises' refurbished river cruise ship for Sacramento, has entered California's alcohol-licence system. Hornblower Yachts LLC, which operates the City Cruises brand, applied for a type 54 licence at 1206 Front St in Sacramento; the application is not yet issued.

Why it matters: Sacramento visitors get more river-cruise seats and new onboard dining if the licence clears.

New liquor licence recorded for Sam's Market in Sacramento

Sacramento Rule Changes New licensing record (filed September 30, 2026)

California records show a new liquor licence for Sam's Market at 2685 Rio Linda Boulevard in Sacramento, dated September 30, 2026. The type-21 off-sale general licence allows the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for take-away — the standard licence for grocery and liquor stores.

Why it matters: The licence lets the corner store at 2685 Rio Linda Boulevard sell beer, wine, and spirits to-go, changing what North Sacramento residents can buy locally.

Crab Dynasty applies for beer and wine license for Sacramento restaurant

Sacramento Built World 14-Month Path to Sacramento Opening

Crab Dynasty, a Lodi seafood restaurant, has applied for a beer and wine license at a former Jack in the Box in Sacramento. Crab Dynasty, based in Lodi, has applied for a beer and wine license at its planned Folsom Boulevard location.

Why it matters: The beer and wine license is a required step before Crab Dynasty opens its second location, filling a vacant Jack in the Box in Sacramento.

Steve's Pizza seeks beer and wine license at East Sacramento location

Sacramento Rule Changes Ongoing license application

East Sacramento diners at Steve's Pizza may soon be able to order a beer or a glass of wine with their slice. The chain, serving the Sacramento area since 1978, has applied for a state license to sell beer and wine at its 3700 J St location.

Why it matters: If the state approves, this East Sacramento Steve's Pizza can serve beer and wine with meals, expanding what's on offer for neighborhood diners.

Chariot Gathering House licensed to sell beer and wine at 1015 9th St

Sacramento New Capabilities Licensing milestone

A new coffee shop and wine bar near the California State Capitol now holds a license to sell beer and wine with food. The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) issued the license on September 25, 2026.

Why it matters: This licence lets Chariot serve beer and wine with food, a core part of its planned wine bar concept.

Norcal Bottle Shop gets Sacramento liquor license for 2820 E Street store

Sacramento Money Moves Ongoing expansion: license active, opening pending

A Rocklin liquor shop built on rare bourbon is moving into Sacramento proper. California's Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) activated a type 21 off-sale general license at 2820 E Street on September 22, 2026. That permit lets a store sell beer, wine, and spirits for take-away.

Why it matters: A rare-bottle liquor specialist is moving into the East Sacramento retail corridor, giving city drinkers another local stop for allocated bourbons.

Skorch'd Pizza seeks beer and wine license for downtown Sacramento location

Sacramento Money Moves Application pending

A new pizza restaurant called Skorch'd Pizza has applied for a California license to serve beer and wine at 2319 K Street in downtown Sacramento. The application appeared on the state's public licensing report as of September 20, 2026.

Why it matters: Downtown Sacramento's dining options could grow if Skorch'd Pizza's beer and wine license is approved, but the application is only the first hurdle.

La Superior Mercados receives liquor license for Northgate Blvd store

Sacramento Built World Opening in progress

La Superior Mercados, a Sacramento-based Latino grocery chain, has an active liquor license for a new store at 2210 Northgate Blvd. The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) listed the type 21 off-sale general license, which covers beer, wine and spirits sold to take away, as active on September 11, 2026.

Why it matters: If the store opens, north Sacramento gains a new full-service grocery option with fresh produce and marinated meats.

Foundation for California Community Colleges notifies 178 Sacramento workers of layoff

Sacramento Money Moves Phased reduction, 3 WARN filings over 24 months

The Foundation for California Community Colleges filed a state notice Sept. 2 that it will lay off 178 workers in Sacramento. The cuts take effect Oct. 30 at the nonprofit's office on Q Street.

Why it matters: Student support programs at California's community colleges, from food aid to transfer help, could shrink as the nonprofit behind them sheds staff.

Blue Diamond Growers closes flagship Sacramento plant after 115 years

Sacramento Money Moves 14-Month Phased Wind-Down

Blue Diamond Growers is permanently closing its 115-year-old flagship Sacramento plant, eliminating roughly 600 jobs. CEO Kai Bockmann cited maintenance costs and inefficiencies in the historical buildings at 1802 C Street.

Why it matters: Roughly 600 Sacramento workers lose jobs as the 115-year-old almond cooperative moves production inland.

Bendito Antojo Pollos Asados lands Sacramento beer-wine license

Sacramento Built World 12-month licensing path, listing active

A chicken restaurant at 4804 Franklin Blvd in South Sacramento now holds an active license to sell beer and wine. The state Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) shows the Type 41 permit went active September 4, 2026.

Why it matters: A neighborhood chicken spot at 4804 Franklin Blvd appears close to opening after a year of paperwork.

Backstage music studio conversion gets liquor license in Midtown Sacramento

Sacramento Built World Ongoing venue conversion

The recording studio at 1812 D St in Midtown Sacramento has operated by appointment for more than two decades. On September 2, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) marked active the license for a plan to open that building to the public as Backstage Cafe & Music Loft.

Why it matters: The plan could give Midtown Sacramento its first public café and music venue inside a building closed to the public for over 20 years.

Punjab Caterers secures beer-and-wine license for Sacramento kitchen

Sacramento Built World 3-Month Licensing Process

Punjab Caterers has spent years catering Northern California weddings and parties, serving butter chicken and dal makhani to event guests. On August 26, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control approved a beer-and-wine license for its kitchen at 4720 Mack Road in Sacramento.

Why it matters: The license signals Punjab Caterers is close to opening a fixed Sacramento kitchen — a potential new dine-in option in Valley Hi.

Casa Lola secures full liquor license in downtown Sacramento

Sacramento New Capabilities Ongoing since August 18, 2026

Casa Lola, a Mexican restaurant at 1132 16th Street in downtown Sacramento, received an active on-sale general eating license from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control on August 18, 2026. The type 47 permit allows the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for consumption on the premises.

Why it matters: The license lets Casa Lola offer the full bar its branding promises, setting it apart from beer-and-wine-only eateries in a competitive downtown dining scene.

Jacks Urban Eats secures liquor license for Delta Shores location

Sacramento Money Moves 2026 restaurant opening

Jacks Urban Eats, the Sacramento fast-casual burger chain, cleared a major regulatory step for its Delta Shores location on August 14, 2026. The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) activated a type 41 license for the restaurant at 8148 Delta Shores Circle South.

Why it matters: South Sacramento residents could get a new sit-down restaurant with a full bar at Delta Shores, one of the area's largest retail centers.