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Yuba City McDonald's employee hospitalized after coworker threw hot oil on him, police say
A Yuba City McDonald's employee is recovering in the hospital after police say a coworker threw hot oil on him.
18-year-old killed in shooting at Fairfield High after graduation ceremony identified
The 18-year-old who was killed in a shooting after a graduation ceremony at Fairfield High School was identified on Saturday.
Raman passes Pratt in LA mayoral race; California governor matchup undecided
California's primary to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom took a big step forward Friday as CBS News projected Democrat Xavier Becerra had advanced to the general election.
Who's really at your door? App delivery drivers in California found using accounts that aren't theirs
A CBS News California investigation uncovered food delivery drivers using rented or stolen app accounts to bypass background checks, exposing a loophole that could put customers at risk.
Nonprofit hosts pick-up soccer matches in Sacramento with World Cup kicking off this week
The World Cup kicks off this week with opening matches starting on Thursday. In anticipation of that, the non-profit 'Street Soccer USA' is gearing up with friendly pick-up matches.
7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines, triggers tsunami watch
Tsunami waves were possible in the Philippines, with smaller waves possible in Taiwan, Japan, Guam, Papua New Guinea and several island nations and territories.
Kurtz, Rooker HRs, Jump's 6 1/3 scoreless innings power Athletics past Astros 5-0
Nick Kurtz and Brent Rooker homered, Gage Jump worked 6 1/3 scoreless innings and the Athletics beat the Houston Astros 5-0 to avoid a series sweep.
Kiley continues to lead California's District 6 primary with Pan, Stansfield trailing close behind
Independent Rep. Kevin Kiley remained the leading candidate in what has amounted to a close race for California Congressional District 6. Not far behind are Democratic candidate Dr. Richard Pan and Republican Michael Stansfield.
Democrat Jane Kim advances in California's insurance commissioner primary, AP projects
Former San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim, a Democrat, has advanced in the primary for California's insurance commissioner race, the AP projects. A second candidate to advance to November's general election has not yet been projected.
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Top takeaways from the CBS California Governor's Debate
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in the CBS California Governor's Debate at Pomona College.
Compare the candidates for California governor, side by side, on the issues that matter to you
Compare the candidates for California governor with the CBS News California Investigates Side-by-Side Candidate Guide.
CBS News California launches interactive governor's race candidate guide
Developed by CBS News California Investigates, the guide provides the opportunity to compare full, uninterrupted responses from the candidates to questions about a range of policy topics.
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How retailers are using dynamic pricing based on consumer behavior
CBS California Investigates reviewed online shopping carts at three major retailers selected randomly. We found prices fluctuated significantly over a period of weeks, making it difficult to determine when the best price is.
Hollywood sign tourism sparks public safety concerns among Los Angeles residents
Some residents who live in the area said their greatest fear is a repeat of the Palisades Fire, when people abandoned their cars, which blocked fire trucks from getting to burning homes.
High gas prices are forcing Southern California agencies to cut fuel spending
Since the start of the war with Iran in late February, through April, Pasadena's fire department has seen a 39% increase in fuel spending. During the same period, the police department also saw a 38% spike in fuel spending.
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Democrat Jane Kim advances in California's insurance commissioner primary, AP projects
Former San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim, a Democrat, has advanced in the primary for California's insurance commissioner race, the AP projects. A second candidate to advance to November's general election has not yet been projected.
Late California ballots could reshape primary results in closely watched governor's race
California's governor's race is tightening as many Democratic voters appear to be waiting until the final hours to cast their ballots.
CalFresh work requirements now in place as 600,000 could lose benefits
California state leaders are calling for help from the Capitol as federal changes to SNAP and CalFresh benefits are in effect Monday, with new work requirements in order for people to receive benefits.
California Senate advances bill increasing penalties for attacks on utility workers
Utility workers already face tough conditions during storms, fires and working at night. But they say there's also a growing threat of being attacked on the job. Some California lawmakers are making moves to help prevent those assaults.
California Assembly approves bill cracking down on restaurant reservation black market
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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Sunday evening weather forecast - June 7, 2026
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
With World Cup beginning this week, nonprofit hosts pick-up matches in Sacramento
The World Cup kicks off this week with opening matches starting on Thursday. In anticipation of that, the non-profit 'Street Soccer USA' is gearing up with friendly pick-up matches.
Yuba City McDonald's employee suffers burns after coworker allegedly throws hot oil on him
A Yuba City McDonald's employee is recovering in the hospital after police say a coworker threw hot oil on him.
At least 1 dead in crash on Foresthill Road in Placer County
The crash happened Saturday afternoon.
Fairfield community comes together to heal after deadly shooting after graduation ceremony
Conor McGill reports.
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Raman passes Pratt in LA mayoral race; California governor matchup undecided
Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman has surpassed political newcomer Spencer Pratt in the race for L.A. mayor after trailing by nearly 6% on election night.
Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects
Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race has not yet been projected to advance.
What to know as California continues to count primary votes
Mail-in ballots and security measures contribute to counting delays in California's close contests, an election expert says, and last-minute voters in the governor's race may slow things down further.
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Trump's name must come off the Kennedy Center by June 12
There's been no word yet on if the Kennedy Center plans to remain open after July 5. It was to be closed for two years for extensive repairs beginning this summer.
Trump announces $700 million investment in coal industry
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
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Kurtz, Rooker HRs, Jump's 6 1/3 scoreless innings power Athletics past Astros 5-0
Nick Kurtz and Brent Rooker homered, Gage Jump worked 6 1/3 scoreless innings and the Athletics beat the Houston Astros 5-0 to avoid a series sweep.
Yordan Alvarez hits a grand slam for AL-leading 22nd homer as Astros blast Athletics 13-2
Yordan Alvarez hit a grand slam for his 22nd home run, leading the Houston Astros to a 13-2 victory over the Athletics.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Busch singles in 10th, Cubs benefit from Giants error to win 3-2
Michael Busch singled to right in the 10th inning, allowing automatic runner Dansby Swanson to advance from second and score on an error, and the Chicago Cubs edged the San Francisco Giants 3-2.
Chapman has 2 HRs, 8 RBI, as Giants go deep 7 times to rout Cubs 18-3
Matt Chapman hit his fourth career grand slam in the fourth inning and added a three-run shot to cap San Francisco's seven-run sixth inning and the Giants pounded the slumping Chicago Cubs 18-3.
Ned Jarrett, NASCAR Hall of Famer and CBS announcer, dies at 93
Ned Jarrett was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011 after 50 career wins on the sport's top circuit.
Crow-Armstrong's RBI single in the bottom of the 9th lifts Cubs past the Athletics 7-6
Pete Crow-Armstrong's bloop RBI single capped a four-run ninth inning and the Chicago Cubs beat the Athletics 7-6 to avoid a three-game series sweep.
Kurtz drives in winning run in 10th as A's beat Cubs 5-4
Nick Kurtz singled in automatic runner Alika Williams in the 10th inning, and the Athletics rallied for a second straight win, 5-4 over the sliding Chicago Cubs.
49ers' Brandon Aiyuk wanted on arrest warrant tied to speeding video
Santa Clara County authorities confirmed Wednesday that an arrest warrant has been issued for 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
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7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines, triggers tsunami watch
Tsunami waves were possible in the Philippines, with smaller waves possible in Taiwan, Japan, Guam, Papua New Guinea and several island nations and territories.
Kurtz, Rooker HRs, Jump's 6 1/3 scoreless innings power Athletics past Astros 5-0
Nick Kurtz and Brent Rooker homered, Gage Jump worked 6 1/3 scoreless innings and the Athletics beat the Houston Astros 5-0 to avoid a series sweep.
Teen dies after showing symptoms of heat-related illness on Grand Canyon hike
An 18-year-old died last week on a hike deep in the Grand Canyon, after showing symptoms of heat-related illness, the National Park Service said.
Young applicants discuss the challenges of today's job search
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
Yordan Alvarez hits a grand slam for AL-leading 22nd homer as Astros blast Athletics 13-2
Yordan Alvarez hit a grand slam for his 22nd home run, leading the Houston Astros to a 13-2 victory over the Athletics.
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Peabo Bryson, singer known for Disney movie hits, dies at 75
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
Many artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup announced
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Rob Base, rapper on classic hip-hop track "It Takes Two," dies at 59
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Stephen Colbert says farewell to "The Late Show" in heartfelt finale
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
"Peanuts" music owner sues U.S. government over use of iconic songs
Lee Mendelson Film Productions alleges the U.S. Department of the Interior illegally used the jazzy tunes in social media posts and a video game.
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WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Roseville teen survives cardiac arrest after quick actions by school staff
A West Park High School sophomore is celebrating the end of the school year and a second chance at life after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest during band class last month.
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California to provide 400 free diapers for newborns at dozens of hospitals
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
UC Davis equestrian team speaks for first time on program cut, fight to reinstate
Fresh off their undefeated season and conference championship win, the women on the team are speaking out for the first time.
Roseville dress shop owners talk potential tariffs impact on wedding, prom season
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
Placer County's Sip Into Spring wine tasting event is this weekend
This weekend, Placer County is hosting its annual Sip Into Spring event, offering free or discounted tastings at more than 20 wineries along what's known as the Placer Wine Trail.
How Mexico, Canada tariffs taking effect Tuesday will impact Sacramento
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
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Sacramento tourism leaders announce GoldenSky festival will return, CIM doubles in size
The spotlight was on Sacramento's growing tourism industry at the city's annual State of Tourism address held at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, hosting leaders, business owners and lawmakers from across the region.
California Assembly approves bill cracking down on restaurant reservation black market
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Invasive pest found on Costco plants a threat to California Wine Country vineyards
Authorities in Northern California alerted residents on Tuesday about an invasive species found on plants from Costco that could threaten the vineyards and other agriculture in the region.
Netflix reportedly airing Week 1 matchup between 49ers and Rams in Australia
Netflix will air the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.
FreshRealm bankruptcy to lay off 228 workers at Tracy facility
FreshRealm, a large-scale fresh food production company that partners with Blue Apron, has filed for bankruptcy — a move that will result in hundreds of local job losses.
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Sacramento's Front Street Shelter may launch "Final Plea" program to save at-risk animals
A new proposal aimed at saving more animals at Sacramento's Front Street Animal Shelter could soon give the public a last chance to adopt pets facing euthanasia.
Zebra escape: Zeus gets loose again in Lincoln and returned home safely
A zebra that's become a familiar sight in Placer County was on the loose again Monday, but animal services say the situation ended safely.
Natomas family dog fatally attacked by loose dog, owner warns neighbors to stay safe
A Sacramento woman is in mourning after her small dog was viciously attacked by a loose dog just outside their Natomas home on Friday.
Lodi Animal Services expands shelter space with new facility set to open in March
The Lodi Animal Shelter is undergoing a much-needed expansion and is giving a warning to owners ahead of the wet and windy weather season.
Dozens of abandoned Chihuahuas found in Modesto home, foster homes sought by animal rescue
An animal rescue group is urgently searching for foster homes and donations after finding what they believe may be as many as 80 abandoned Chihuahuas inside a Modesto rental home.
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Sites Reservoir project northwest of Sacramento gains momentum
The conversation surrounding California's water continues. The Sites Reservoir project northwest of Sacramento has a price tag of $4 billion and is funded by local, state and federal dollars.
Groundwater supply could get a boost across the Sacramento area thanks to a new project
The Regional Water Authority is working on creating a "bank" to store water underground doubling the capacity of groundwater stored.
Remote Northern California reservoir stuck in drought despite winter's water wealth
There's one Northern California reservoir that hasn't rebounded despite this winter's rain and snow.
Shasta Lake nearly filled to the brim following remarkable winter turnaround
If you want to measure the success of this winter, California's largest reservoir is a good way to do it. As of Friday, Shasta is about three feet away from full, and that's a foot higher than where it was on Monday.
Lake Oroville at 91% capacity, DWR increases water releases
The DWR upped its water release amount this week. On Wednesday 18,000 cfs were released and 20,000 cfs on Thursday.
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Teenage-style romance sparks healthy living in Yuba City widows
Their message is simple: keep showing up, keep moving and keep your heart open, because sometimes, the person who changes your life is living right across the street.
California dog found in Michigan reunited with family 5 years after going missing
A Sacramento County dog picked up thousands of miles from home after he went missing five years ago was reunited with his family on Wednesday.
Routine call turns heroic as Rancho Cordova deputy helps delivery baby in store parking lot
What started as a suspicious circumstances call for Rancho Cordova police ended with a newborn surprise.
Nonprofit turns old Modesto baseball field into thriving community garden
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
Sacramento could be home to America's Favorite Teacher
A Sacramento-area middle school history and English teacher is in the running to win big as America's Favorite Teacher, a title her students think she is more than worthy of being awarded.