5 things to know today: What are you doing on Aug. 18?

Welcome to Monday, loyal readers. Here's what you need to know today. Mark your calendar We'll be holding our TechEdge conference as a virtual event this year. On Aug. 18, top-level executives from some of the biggest tech companies in the region will discuss the outlook for the industry amid new challenges. Registration information is available online. Did you read our cover story? Downtown Sacramento is far from the bustling hub it was in February, and it's unknown how long the pandemic-induced…