Lawmakers demanding answers about Caltrans denied damage claims
In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process.
In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process.
A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023.
Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst?
CBS News California has identified a spike in the number of "sexually violent predators" who are being granted conditional release by the Department of State Hospitals amid an ongoing struggle to find housing for the men. The reporting prompted several proposed changes to state law, but, one by one, the bills are dying inside California's capitol.
They fought for fentanyl legislation, but it was killed before lawmakers even got to vote. Four grieving moms wanted to know why. They're uncovering the truth using a new AI tool designed to help everyday Californians hold lawmakers accountable. They discovered powerful lawmakers killed the popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting.
The California State Capitol Capitol doesn't generally work the way people think it does. We're following bills prompted by our reporting, to show you how things really work inside California's Capitol.
California law says genetic testing companies have to get your permission before they store, use or sell your DNA, but the state itself doesn't have to get your permission and has been storing DNA samples from every baby born there since the '80s. Lawmakers want to change that, but face an uphill battle.
A bill introduced in the wake of our "Handcuffs in Hallways" investigation aims to reduce "unnecessary" calls for police at schools. But one California lawmaker could kill it without a vote.
Fentanyl test strips used to be illegal in California. Now, state law requires them on community and state college campuses. We put fentanyl test strips to the test, and what we found could save someone you know.
We tried to work with law enforcement for nearly a year to avoid this lawsuit, but one local agency is simply refusing to release video that the public has a right to see. Its legal argument could impact law-enforcement policies across the state if allowed to stand.
Also Thursday... Democratic mayors are joining the fight to reform Prop 47 despite California Governor Gavin Newsom's opposition.
Heading into this election year, transparency and government accountability are crucial. We're revealing how government officials are spending your tax dollars to keep public information a secret – and how it impacts you.
Should you have the right to know that the state is storing your child's DNA and researchers or law enforcement may use it without your consent? It's an issue investigative reporter Julie Watts has been investigating for years. Now, parents are one step closer to getting that right.
He had a history of violence, running from police and escaping custody in a hospital, yet following the deadly Roseville park shootout, suspect Eric Abril escaped from a hospital again. In part three of our series, we investigate Abril's second escape and highlight what CHP can learn from local law enforcement about transparency and regaining the public's trust.
CHP finally released the dashcam video they initially claimed didn't exist from the Roseville park shootout, but other agencies continue withholding public information. We investigate the public's right to see records related to police shootings and the concerning law enforcement claims.
One home has been deemed a total loss in the Corral Fire and one neighbor said he and another neighbor, tried to save it.
People living in Tracy are relieved to be back home after evacuating during the Corral Fire Saturday night.
All evacuation orders caused by the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County were downgraded to warnings at 6 p.m. on Sunday as containment jumped to 50%, officials announced.
A woman died and a driver was arrested for DUI after a crash on Business 80 caused a traffic jam Sunday night in Sacramento, the California Highway Patrol said.
An Elk Grove teacher is suing his own union for discrimination, saying the union won't let him apply for a board position because he's White.
A bit of relief is coming this weekend before triple-digit heat arrives in Sacramento next week for the first time this year. Here's what the First Alert Weather team is watching.
Insurance is to blame for the confusion surrounding Sacramento State's cheer and dance teams. The cheerleaders were told they would no longer be considered athletes but rather a club or student-run team.
Sacramento air quality officials are launching a new program to get gas-powered lawn tools off the streets.
The charge stemmed from an encounter with deputies that led to them firing ten shots at her fleeing car in November in Rancho Cordova.
Bethany Zummo spoke to CBS13 about her journey and how she is inspiring others just like her.
Pro-Palestinian protesters who created an encampment and blocked entrances to University of California, Santa Cruz campus buildings were forcibly removed Friday morning and many arrested, a university spokesperson said.
One California Republican lawmaker doubled down on his commitment to the former president following Thursday's historic conviction.
A former professor was sentenced to more than five years in prison for starting three fires behind firefighters working one of California's largest wildfires in state history.
California lawmakers have concerns about artificial intelligence in the private sector, but there are also concerns about its use by state agencies.
A proposed measure in California that would have required schools in California to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification at school has failed to qualify for the November ballot.
Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles won her ninth national title ahead of the Olympic trials later this month in Minneapolis.
Juan Soto homered twice, including a go-ahead drive in a four-run ninth to lift the Yankees past the Giants 7-5 on Sunday.
Sean Murphy drove in the go-ahead run with a double in the seventh inning and the Braves held the A's to two hits in a 3-1 win Sunday.
The A's snapped Chris Sale's seven-start winning streak with an 11-9 victory over the Braves on Saturday.
Aaron Judge capped a spectacular May by homering twice in his first game in San Francisco and the Yankees beat the Giants 6-2 Friday night.
An Elk Grove teacher is suing his own union for discrimination, saying the union won't let him apply for a board position because he's White.
Being found guilty of 34 felony counts would normally mark the end of someone's political prospects. But this week's conviction is not stopping Trump (who has built his career, and brand, on grievances) from running for another term in the White House.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Marian Robinson, the mother of former first lady Michelle Obama, has died at the age of 86, her family announced Friday.
President Biden said the "American principle that no one is above the law was reaffirmed" after Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
The Misha knee system is an implantable tool that is a shock absorber for the knee.
More mosquitos are making their way into the Sacramento region, and experts warn a summer surge of the insects could be dangerous.
In a bipartisan vote, the California State Senate approved a bill from a Bay Area lawmaker aimed at targeting social media addiction among children and teens.
May is Older Americans Month and this year, a 90-year-old man is showing just how high seniors can soar.
Phyllis Simmons died months after the solar panels were installed.
The town of Loomis geared up for a major grand opening with Thursday marking the official opening of a new Costco.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
From rock concerts to food festivals, tourists attending Sacramento events are providing a big boost to the local economy.
In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process.
A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023.
Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst?
CBS News California has identified a spike in the number of "sexually violent predators" who are being granted conditional release by the Department of State Hospitals amid an ongoing struggle to find housing for the men. The reporting prompted several proposed changes to state law, but, one by one, the bills are dying inside California's capitol.
They fought for fentanyl legislation, but it was killed before lawmakers even got to vote. Four grieving moms wanted to know why. They're uncovering the truth using a new AI tool designed to help everyday Californians hold lawmakers accountable. They discovered powerful lawmakers killed the popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting.
Phyllis Simmons died months after the solar panels were installed.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
A national scam involving panhandling is now reaching streets in Northern California.
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
Everything seems to be getting more expensive, and that includes fast food. It's no longer considered cheap. But, have you heard of fast food dupes?
One home has been deemed a total loss in the Corral Fire and one neighbor said he and another neighbor, tried to save it.
All evacuation orders caused by the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County were downgraded to warnings at 6 p.m. on Sunday as containment jumped to 50%, officials announced.
Hotter days are still to come, putting fire fears top of mind for many. However, it's not just for homeowners who live in wildfire-prone areas but homeowners who call the suburbs home.
Some residents of the area said that while they hope that this may be a good thing in the long run, they aren't sure it will do much to help anyone who needs assistance right now.
El Dorado County fire officials want to remind you of safe burning methods as several vegetation fires have popped up this past month.
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire.
Meet Frannie the dog, Instagram's newest fitness influencer.
A Yuba City mom started a baseball team for kids with physical and intellectual disabilities after finding her 11-year-old son with Down Syndrome didn't have anywhere to play.
A Sacramento nonprofit is teaming up with a local credit union to give back so seniors can safely do basic tasks like bathing or exercising. Those lending a helping hand are also a group of seniors.
Sacramento Kings’ center JaVale McGee joined Sports Sunday to talk about his JUGLIFE Foundation and the upcoming season, including Mike Brown’s contract extension.
An Elk Grove teacher is suing his own union for discrimination, saying the union won't let him apply for a board position because he's white.
People living in Tracy are relieved to be back home after evacuating during the Corral Fire Saturday night.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
The body of a missing person was located in a vehicle that was pulled out of the water at a Sacramento boat launch on Sunday morning, officials said.