Good morning, Davis.

The city held a community meeting on May 7 to gather input for a major facelift of the Community Park Skate Park and will begin construction later in the fall.

City officials said that Grindline Skateparks, chosen for its extensive experience, will address issues from the park's 1992 design and create a facility for skaters of all levels — plans will evolve with ongoing local feedback.

Carlos Reales Dominguez testified at Yolo County Superior Court on June 2 about his troubled childhood and visions of shapeshifting shadow figures that his defense said show his schizophrenia while he faces charges of two counts of murder and unlawful use of a deadly weapon linked to the 2023 killings in Davis—key testimony is expected to continue.

At a Yolo County Superior Court hearing on Monday, Judge Catherine R.

Hohenwarter said she will dismiss the domestic violence case in July if the defendant maintains his court-ordered mental health diversion program—he is charged with injuring a spouse on Oct. 10 and has followed his treatment plan despite objections from the Deputy District Attorney.

Local Davis bands Bossa-Saurus and Katalysst performed at the 10th Cherry Blossom Festival held at Sudwerk Brewing Co. from May 3 to 4—an event that featured live music, art installations, workshops and community-led activism with proceeds benefiting groups supporting social and environmental justice.

The City of Davis faces long-term financial challenges as spending will exceed revenues until at least 2035—with no clear plan to manage rising pension costs, deferred maintenance, and new hires.

City staff and consultants warn that without major intervention and sustainable budgeting, the fiscal gap will continue to grow.

On April 21, the Davis Transportation Commission met to improve traffic safety at busy 5th Street intersections by proposing to limit exit turns on I, J, and K streets (the area sees about 17,000 vehicles daily and had 23 accidents from January 2020 to January 2025), while new speed bumps on Cowell Boulevard are planned for this summer.

Students at UC Davis share ideas on coping with breakups by focusing on hobbies, making new friends, and caring for themselves.

They say that channeling feelings into music and adopting pets helps rebuild confidence as they move forward.

TT College Men's Soccer ID Camp

6:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Davis Legacy Soccer Club — $ — Experience training and exposure with Division 1 college soccer coaches.

Davis Music Festival 2025

6 PM – 12 AM — Davis Odd Fellows — Ticket prices vary — Experience whimsical folk rock with Ian George and his outlandish ballads.

On-Site Tour of The Farmstead

9 AM - 7 PM — The Farmstead at Dixon — Free entry — Explore the newest senior community focused on independent living, assisted living, and memory care.