Hundreds Celebrate Independence Day On The American RiverFourth of July is here, and that means families are together getting outside. From floating on the water to fireworks, it’s all about Independence this Thursday.
Body Of Man Who Went Missing At American River Confluence In Placer County FoundThe body of a man who went missing at the confluence of the American River in Placer County earlier this month has been found.
American River Homeless Crews Work To Clean Up TrashNow that homeless camps are permitted in the area of the American River, some say the problem is growing, but it's actually the homeless community working to clean it up.
Fisherman's Rescue Underscores Dangers Of Cold, Fast-Moving American RiverFor those who plan to head to the waterways this Father's Day weekend, continued snow melt from what's left of the Sierra snow pack is making its way to the valley and river temperatures are running cold.
Close Call For Kayaker Along The American RiverA Rancho Cordova man says he’s lucky to be alive after his kayak flipped and he was rescued along the American River.
Truck, Trailer & Boat Pulled From American RiverOne boat owner ended up needing a dive team to save not only his capsized boat, but his attached pick up truck that also sunk to the river bottom.
WATCH: Metro Fire Water Rescue DemonstrationIt’s a different season on the American River. Sacramento Metro Fire says they’re expecting colder water and higher flows from snowpack.
Rescue Efforts Halted After Frigid American River Sweeps Away SwimmerThe search was called off for the night when it got dark but crews are planning on being back on the river first thing Wednesday morning.
Water Safety Warning: Be Careful Near Rivers As Weather Heats UpWith the weather warming, many people are hitting valley waterways for the first time this season.
Ask Us: When Will Discovery Park Re-Open?While there does not appear to be flooding at the park anymore, a Sacramento County Regional Parks spokesperson said it could be closed until June.
As The Weather Warms Up, Beware Of The Dangerous River ConditionsA big holiday weekend full of sunshine will have many families hitting the water for the first time this season.
Although It's Been Filled, The Sinkhole By Sac State Will Have To Be Monitored For MonthsCrews with the American River Flood Control District worked tirelessly on Wednesday to fill the hole.
'I Feel A Sense Of Failure': Pilot Who Crashed Into The American River Recounts Underwater EscapePilot Keith Hezmalhalch believes his seaplane crashed because its wheels were down for the planned water landing.
Park Rangers Call For Water Rescue After Assisting Children Stuck On RiverPolice said no one was injured in the incident.