Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Stabbing During Davis’ Picnic Day
A 22-year-old man was hospitalized with potentially life-threatening injuries after being stabbed in Tim Spencer Alley during Picnic Day weekend in Davis, California.
Davis Implements Strict Enforcement Measures for Picnic Day 2026
The City of Davis is increasing public safety, enforcement and coordination efforts for Picnic Day 2026, including doubling police staffing, implementing traffic control measures, and enforcing existing laws, in order to promote safety and minimize risks associated with large crowds.
Davis Picnic Day Shooter Indicted on Federal Firearm Charges
Joseph Allen Davis, 19, of Sacramento, was indicted by a federal grand jury on one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm, after police determined he was the shooter in an April 2025 shooting at Rainbow City Park in Davis.
Davis City Council Confronts Trauma and Urgency in Wake of Picnic Day Shooting
The Davis City Council received an update on the Picnic Day shooting, which left three people hospitalized and required a massive police response, and discussed the need for better communication and transparency, as well as long-term solutions to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Update on Shooting From Mayor, Police Chief
Three non-life-threatening injuries were reported at Community Park on Saturday after gunfire erupted during a large gathering, prompting city officials to release a statement reaffirming the community’s values and urging patience during the investigation.
Davis Community Shaken as Picnic Day Shooting Leaves 3 Injured
Three people were shot at a Picnic Day event at Community Park in Davis, California, and the victims are recovering with non-life-threatening injuries.
Matt Petersen Appointed Deputy Police Chief in City of Davis
The City of Davis has announced the appointment of Matt Petersen as its new Deputy Police Chief,…
Navigating the Crossroads: Dillan Horton on Policing, Immigration, and Public Safety in Davis
Dillan Horton, a two-time Davis City Council candidate and current chair of the city’s Police Accountability Commission,…
Council to Consider Expansion of Automated License Plate Readers and Public Safety Cameras: Liberties Groups Skeptical about the Use and Misuse of the Technology
Cameras: Liberties Groups Skeptical About the Use and Misuse of the Technology Davis, CA – On Tuesday,…
Know Your Legal Rights Workshop
On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, the Davis United Methodist Church will host an important workshop focusing on…
Los Angeles DA Announces Hiring of Michael Gennaco, Special Prosecutor to Tackle Police Misconduct Cases
Los Angeles, CA – On Thursday, Los Angeles DA Nathan Hochman announced the appointment of Michael Gennaco…
Community Message from the Mayor of Davis and the Davis Police Chief Regarding Immigration
The City of Davis and the Davis Police Department have heard from local community members about fears…
Davis Domestic Violence Awareness Forum
The Offices of Yolo County Supervisors Jim Provenza and Lucas Frerichs, as well as the Yolo County…
Pytel to Retire in Late October – Todd Henry to Be New Chief
Davis City Manager Mike Webb announced the retirement of Police Chief Darren Pytel, after an amazing 41…
Letter: The Fight against FRT in Davis
We are asking for your support for an ordinance banning the use of Facial Recognition Technology (FRT)…
DPD Dismisses Officer after Discovery of Involvement in Mario Matthews 2019 Golden 1 Center Death
The Davis Police Department hired Drake Quitugua, a security guard involved in the death of Mario Matthews in 2019, due to an oversight in their background check, prompting the police chief to dismiss Quitugua and the Davis Police Accountability Commission to look into the gaps in the vetting system.
Letter: SF Public Defender’s Racial Justice Committee Supports Davis’ Proposed Ban on Facial Recognition
By Tim Kingston Dear City of Davis Police Commission, I am extremely heartened to see that the…
My View: A Modest Proposal – Time to Ban Driving in Davis
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – There have been a lot of debates over…
Davis Police Requesting Acquisition of Small Unmanned Aircraft System (Aerial Drone)
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – The Davis Police Department is requesting approval for…
