Good morning, Davis.

A shooting at Davis Community Park injured individuals Saturday afternoon—occurring as annual Picnic Day events were winding down—and Davis Police are investigating the incident while UC Davis supports affected students.

On Saturday, multiple gunshots injured three people in Community Park during UC Davis' Picnic Day festivities—authorities report that the suspect remains at large.

Davis schools have seen a significant drop in enrollment that is hurting district finances and may force school closures and program cuts—there is a risk that reduced student numbers could lead to lasting budget troubles.

DJUSD Superintendent Matt Best said rising housing costs and fewer young families are behind the decline, and without affordable housing the financial gap will widen.

The city of Davis is reviewing five proposals from a March 18 staff report to address homelessness, with the police department and local non-profits set to share responsibilities.

The council advanced plans to hire a downtown beat officer, contract cleanup services, and start a sanctioned camping program while seeking more details on extending respite center hours and a community navigator system.

The Davis City Council will consider approving a revised development agreement that transfers responsibility for the long-delayed Chiles Ranch housing project to Century Communities of California and its financing partner Hearthstone at 2411 East 8th Street.

City planning staff said Century will build under the original requirements with 96 residential lots through July 2029 — while Hearthstone will hold title and finance the project.

Recology Shred Days

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Recology Davis — Free service — Safely shred your documents and help preserve the environment.

Gordie Tentrees Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Watermelon Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience the authentic storytelling of road poet Gordie Tentrees as he tours in support of his latest album.

Katalysst Concert

2-6 p.m. — Sudwerk Brewing Co. — $10 entry — Experience the melodic sounds of AAPI artist Mark Hattori as he performs live.

Pence Gallery Garden Tour 2025

Noon-5 p.m. — Pence Gallery — Ticket required — Explore six beautifully curated gardens in Davis while enjoying the vibrant springtime scenery.

Whole Earth Festival

12-10 PM — University of California, Davis — Free entry — Celebrate environmental sustainability with art, music, and community at this historic festival.

MOSAIC Children's Museum Fundraiser Golf Tournament

8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Wildhorse Golf Club — Registration fee required — Swing into action for a good cause at MOSAIC’s annual golf tournament featuring a Hole-in-One prize!