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Sac State police searching for sex assault suspect
Sac State police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting two people.
Vacaville woman attacked on bike trail saved by inmate officer and crew
Authorities are crediting a guard and a crew of inmates with saving the life of a woman who was stabbed along a Vacaville trail.
Merced kidnapping: Officials trying to determine motive after family of 4 found dead
Investigators in California are working to determine the motive behind the killing of a family of four -- including an 8-month-old baby.
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"Gas prices are too high": Gov. Newsom calls for direct tax on oil companies
California Governor Gavin Newsom said he's calling for a special session to address the "greed of oil companies."
Agreement reached to build a Costco in Loomis
Loomis and Rocklin have reached an agreement "that paves the way" for Costo to build a store in Loomis along the border of the cities.
Northern California surfer bitten by shark; kicked it in the head to get away
The attack left the man with bite wounds measuring 19 inches long.
Brother of suspect in Merced County family's kidnapping and killing arrested
Two brothers are now under arrest in connection with this week's kidnapping and killings of four California family members -- with one brother held on suspicion of murder and the other accused of being an accessory, authorities said Friday.
Woman booked into jail on vehicular manslaughter charges for Sutter County crash
Detectives say the woman was driving recklessly over double the speed limit when she hit the other vehicle.
Inflation will crimp many Americans' holiday travel plans
Cost of U.S. flights around the Thanksgiving holiday is up roughly 25% compared with last year, booking data shows.
Uvalde schools police department suspended in wake of massacre
The school district's police department has faced heavy criticism since the mass shooting that killed 19 students and two teachers.
Missing Sacramento Zoo armadillo "Josephine" found safe
She was found less than 200 feet from where she was last seen.
Sac State police searching for sex assault suspect
Sac State police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting two people.
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Agreement reached to bring a Costco to Loomis
Loomis and Rocklin have reached an agreement "that paves the way" for Costo to build a store in Loomis along the border of the cities.
Overdose medication Narcan being made available in Sacramento city schools
The district has announced plans to distribute Narcan to all school sites, starting next week. The district will be training staff to administer Narcan nasal spray during a suspected opioid-related emergency.
Sacramento Zoo's armadillo "Josephine" found safe
On Thursday, the zoo announced that the six-banded armadillo went missing from the zoo's interpretive center. Staff immediately began searching the park, its perimeter, and nearby Land Park, they said in a statement Friday. Then on Friday, she turned up just 192 feet away from the interpretive center.
Uvalde school district suspends its police department
e police department that serves the Uvalde, Texas, school district has been suspended, officials said Friday, more than four months after a mass shooting claimed the lives of 19 students and two teachers. The decision was made amid several ongoing investigations into the department and its response to the deadly May 24 rampage at Robb Elementary.
Brother of suspect in Merced County family's killing arrested
Two brothers are now under arrest in connection with this week's kidnapping and killings of four California family members -- with one brother held on suspicion of murder and the other accused of being an accessory, authorities said Friday. Alberto Salgado was arrested in the case Thursday night on preliminary charges of criminal conspiracy, accessory, and destroying evidence in connection with the case.
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Spiral galaxy captured in 'unprecedented detail' by Webb telescope
A dazzling spiral galaxy located 29 million light-years from Earth appears in "unprecedented detail" in a new image released by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
NASA probe crashes into asteroid in planetary defense test
The 14,000-mph impact is designed to test whether a future threatening asteroid can be nudged off course.
NASA spacecraft is about to hit an asteroid "head-on" at 15,000 mph
The DART spacecraft is set to purposely crash into an asteroid — a test for a potential real threat far in the future.
How to watch Jupiter make its closest approach to Earth in decades
Stargazers can get the view of a lifetime on Monday night as Jupiter makes its closest approach to Earth since 1963.
U.S. spy satellite launched into orbit from California
This was the 387th flight of a Delta rocket since 1960 and the 95th and final launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
Asteroid-smashing spacecraft is just days away from hitting its target
Monday will be a monumental day for the "history of humankind" as a high-speed spacecraft smashes into an asteroid at nearly 15,000 mph.
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Pre-authorization hold keeps Elk Grove teen from buying school supplies
When an Elk Grove teen got stuck without his money after using his debit card at the gas pump, it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis: Amazon seller sending returned items to Vacaville couple's home
When packages addressed to Expedia kept showing up at a Vacaville viewer's home and he couldn't get them to stop, they called me to investigate.
Call Kurtis: Veteran's state parks pass delayed
When a Manteca veteran struggled to get the California State Parks Veterans Pass before his old one was expiring, he called me to investigate.
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Sacramento-based rugby player chosen as national spokeswoman
Amaya De La Cruz, a Sacramento native, is one of four college athletes named to Degree's Breaking Limits campaign.
Giants beat Padres in finale, end season at .500
David Villar hit two home runs and Austin Slater also connected for the San Francisco Giants, who beat the playoff-bound San Diego Padres 8-1 in a regular-season finale.
Stephen Vogt hits homer in his final game; A's top Angels 3-2 to close season
Stephen Vogt homered in his final game before retirement and scored the first run on a sacrifice fly after Shohei Ohtani pitched no-hit ball into the fifth, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on Wednesday.
Fan who caught Aaron Judge's 62nd HR offered $2M for ball
The record price for a home run ball is $3 million, paid for Mark McGwire's record 70th from the 1998 season.
Protester subdued by Rams' Bobby Wagner files police report in Santa Clara
A protester who ran onto the field during the San Francisco 49ers' Monday night home game against the Rams has filed a police report after being subdued by Los Angeles linebacker Bobby Wagner.
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"Gas prices are too high": Gov. Newsom calls for direct tax on oil companies
California Governor Gavin Newsom said he's calling for a special session to address the "greed of oil companies."
FBI sends Hunter Biden tax, gun purchase evidence to U.S. Attorney
Agents months ago gathered what they believe is sufficient evidence to charge the president's son with crimes related to taxes and making a false statement when purchasing a gun, according to sources.
Biden pardoning prior federal offenses of marijuana possession
President Biden said "no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana."
Biden to pardon all federal offenses of simple marijuana possession in first major steps toward decriminalization
President Joe Biden is taking his first major steps toward decriminalizing marijuana, fulfilling a campaign pledge to erase prior federal possession convictions and beginning the process of loosening federal classification of the drug.
Court declares DACA illegal, leaves policy intact for current enrollees
As of June 30, 594,120 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children were enrolled in DACA, half of whom live in California, Texas and Illinois.
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Inflation will crimp many Americans' holiday travel plans
Cost of U.S. flights around the Thanksgiving holiday is up roughly 25% compared with last year, booking data shows.
Uvalde schools police department suspended in wake of massacre
The school district's police department has faced heavy criticism since the mass shooting that killed 19 students and two teachers.
Sara Lee, former WWE wrestler and "Tough Enough" winner, dies at 30
"Lee served as an inspiration to many in the sports-entertainment world," the WWE said.
American tourist smashed two ancient Roman busts in the Vatican
An ear and nose of the two faces were damaged and the marble base of one was shattered.
FBI sends Hunter Biden tax, gun purchase evidence to U.S. Attorney
Agents months ago gathered what they believe is sufficient evidence to charge the president's son with crimes related to taxes and making a false statement when purchasing a gun, according to sources.
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Sara Lee, former WWE wrestler and "Tough Enough" winner, dies at 30
"Lee served as an inspiration to many in the sports-entertainment world," the WWE said.
Kanye West tells Tucker Carlson he thought 'White Lives Matter' shirt was 'funny'
"The answer to why I wrote 'White Lives Matter' on a shirt is because they do."
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson on a run for president: "It's off the table"
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast October 9 the actor tells "CBS Sunday Morning" that he has a more important role to fulfill: being a daddy.
Aftershock attendees expected to spend about $30 million at local businesses
The festival has been a big tourism driver over the last seven years, according to Visit Sacramento, and this year is no exception.
Aftershock's security and emergency plans take the main stage
The festival, which has a larger footprint than in years past, is one of the city's largest events. This year, it comes when Sacramento's nighttime safety is under scrutiny.
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Narcan being made available in Sacramento city schools
A life-saving treatment will soon be available at school sites within the Sacramento City Unified School District.
CDC ending daily reporting of COVID case and death data
The shift comes as federal health officials are bracing for a renewed wave of COVID-19 infections this fall and winter.
What's being done to cut down on smog in the Sacramento region?
Each year, as the weather warms, the Central Valley routinely exceeds state and federal clean air standards.
"Best Before" labels scrutinized as food waste concerns grow
As awareness grows around the world about the problem of food waste, one culprit in particular is drawing scrutiny: "best before" labels.
Health officials warn severe flu season is coming, urge vaccinations
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
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"Best Before" labels scrutinized as food waste concerns grow
As awareness grows around the world about the problem of food waste, one culprit in particular is drawing scrutiny: "best before" labels.
Placer Sheriff warns about phone scam where caller is impersonating sergeant
A local sheriff's department is warning residents about scammers who are impersonating sergeants in calls.
Medicare premiums will drop next year. Here are the savings.
For the first time in a decade, seniors will pay less next year on monthly premiums for Medicare's Part B plan.
California to add wine, liquor bottles to recycling program
California will add wine and liquor bottles to its recycling rebate program under a law taking effect in July 2024.
Pre-authorization hold keeps Elk Grove teen from buying school supplies
When an Elk Grove teen got stuck without his money after using his debit card at the gas pump, it was time to call Kurtis.
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Agreement reached to build a Costco in Loomis
Loomis and Rocklin have reached an agreement "that paves the way" for Costo to build a store in Loomis along the border of the cities.
Aftershock attendees expected to spend about $30 million at local businesses
The festival has been a big tourism driver over the last seven years, according to Visit Sacramento, and this year is no exception.
Amazon plans to hire 150,000 workers ahead of holiday shopping season
The openings, which include full-time, seasonal and part-time roles, range from packing and picking to sorting and shipping, the company said.
Even in regions with state's lowest gas prices businesses still feeling the pinch
Experts seem to agree the less expensive winter blend of gas being released a little earlier should help lower prices.
Experts: California gas prices may remain high until November
Gas prices rose again over Monday night, bringing California up just a few cents away from another record.
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Missing Sacramento Zoo armadillo "Josephine" found safe
She was found less than 200 feet from where she was last seen.
Front Street Animal Shelter at capacity, waives pet adoption fees through October 7
The Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacramento is making it a little easier to adopt a pet.
Study: Caring for our pets is part of the climate problem
What do Barkley and Whiskers have to do with our warming planet? It's the products we buy for them that need a closer look.
13 malnourished dogs rescued from boarding business in Oregon
Animal control officers rescued 13 malnourished dogs from a pet grooming and boarding business in Grants Pass on Wednesday, according to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office.
Local organization training puppies to be therapy dogs for first responders
First responders in our region and across the country are getting help from canine companions trained by a local program.
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Drought: 8-year-old 'Lawnbuster' is changing the world one yard at a time
Volunteers in the South Bay have made water conservation a way of life. Among them, an 8-year-old 'lawnbuster' who's giving back to his community, one drought-resistant yard, at a time.
California braces for another dry winter as Western drought drags on
The past three years have been California's driest on record, a streak unlikely to break this winter, state officials said Monday.
Drought in Western US heats up as a Senate campaign issue
In a midterm campaign season dominated by inflation, abortion and crime, there's another issue that is becoming more urgent in Western states: drought.
Water usage in California drops 10% in July
Californians stepped up their water conservation in July, using 10.4% less than two years ago as the state struggles with a years-long drought, state water officials said Wednesday.
Some California farmland being restored to natural state in hopes of lessening drought effects
It's a bold approach that could make a big dent in the drought.
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Medicare premiums will drop next year. Here are the savings.
For the first time in a decade, seniors will pay less next year on monthly premiums for Medicare's Part B plan.
Chicken wing prices drop to pre-pandemic levels
It's the lowest the price of wings has been since May 2020, according to a report from the Department of Agriculture.
Mother, Daughter forging the 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail
Gretja Otten and her mother Susan are on the trail right now. It's a trail that goes all the way from Georgia to Maine, and takes about six months to finish.
Pennsylvania waitress shocked to receive $3,000 tip
A customer at a restaurant in Pennsylvania left a hefty $3,000 tip on a $13.25 bill, much to the surprise of his server.
California State Fair Unveils New Safety And Security Measures Ahead Of Opening
After being canceled for the last two years due to the pandemic, the fun is back at the California State Fair but with a focus on safety.