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"We don't want to hear uncomfortable data": Revealing the Black graduation gap at CSU schools
As California State University students head back to school, data indicates overall graduation rates are up. But if you look past the public data, stubborn racial inequities remain on CSU campuses.
92-year-old woman's stolen Colonel Sanders statue returned
A 92-year-old woman is celebrating the return of her life-sized Colonel Sanders statue that was stolen from the porch of her Fair Oaks apartment.
Stockton school vandalism suspect caught on video
A suspected school vandal was caught on video, and now police are asking for clues to bring him to justice.
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White and Hispanic people disproportionately impacted by Monkeypox
A Sacramento pharmacy says that they have seen an increase in patients seeking the vaccine and are now taking their doses out into the community.
Shot in the head while saving a friend, UC Davis alumni still recovering
Chris Martin was shot in the head while trying to defend a friend who was being robbed at gunpoint as they were leaving a birthday dinner in Los Angeles four months ago.
Has downtown Sacramento become a food desert?
There is not a single grocery store in all of downtown, stretching from the Sacramento River east to 16th street.
People sending their Kiely Rodni tips and theories through multiple ways is slowing the search
Rodni went missing on Aug. 6, and since then, law enforcement friends and family have been dedicated to finding her.
Father of Monterey Trail student that was attacked says it was over "Jordans"
The attack was filmed and posted to social media, where Kawame Curry Sr. said he learned the severity of what happened.
A third Black woman has been charged with a hate crime for allegedly making 'anti-White' statements and assaulting a woman
Jahnaiya Williams is also accused of saying she hates White people's skin. As the bus passed a cemetery, the release states Williams allegedly told the victim: "I am going to kill you, this is where I'm going to bury you."
New assembly bill could make it easier to build affordable housing
A new affordable housing bill in California may make its way to the governor's desk.
Diamondbacks blank Giants 5-0
Zac Gallen struck out a career-high 12 in 7 1/3 innings, extending his shutout streak and pitching the Diamondbacks past the Giants 5-0 on Thursday.
"We don't want to hear uncomfortable data": Revealing the Black graduation gap at CSU schools
As California State University students head back to school, data indicates overall graduation rates are up. But if you look past the public data, stubborn racial inequities remain on CSU campuses.
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New bill to seal arrest records for most offenders after 4 years is headed to the Governor's desk
A new b ill that would seal the arrest records for offenders four years after their release if their not convicted of another felony is heading tot he Governor's desk
Has downtown Sacramento become a food desert?
Residents who live in downtown Sacramento are having to travels miles from their community to find a grocery store but a new proposal could fix that issue.
Placer County Sheriff's Office says duplicate tips and theories are slowing the investigation
The Placer County Sheriff's Office is letting the public know that while they appreciate everyone's help, those who send in duplicate tips and theories through difference channels are slowing down the investigation.
UC Davis star football player recovering from being shot in the head while protecting friend
Former UC Davis football player Chris Martin is slowly recovering after he was shot in the head while trying to protect his friend.
Monkeypox in Sacramento County impacting White & Hispanic people at high rates.
Monkeypox numbers in Sacramento County are showing that White and Hispanic people are impacted at high rates.
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"We don't want to hear uncomfortable data": Revealing the Black graduation gap at CSU schools
As California State University students head back to school, data indicates overall graduation rates are up. But if you look past the public data, stubborn racial inequities remain on CSU campuses.
Man accused of dismembering senior had been released early from prison
The Placer County district attorney is demanding answers from CDCR about why the man arrested for killing and dismembering a 77-year-old woman had been released from prison after serving less than half his sentence.
Wage theft rampant in California despite state's strict industry laws; how you might be affected
Wage theft is a crime that has cost California workers an estimated $2 billion a year.
California establishes fund for victims of solar fraud
Some say they didn't get what they were promised. Others say they never even got their equipment installed. But thankfully, the state has set aside millions to help reimburse these folks.
Roughly half of families impacted have applied to FEMA's funeral expense relief program
FEMA set aside billions of dollars for a relief program to help people with common end-of-life expenses, offering funeral reimbursement of up to $9,000. CBS13 has learned that as of June, only about half of the families of victims have filed claims with FEMA, a rate reflected here in California, as well.
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CAL FIRE San Mateo-Santa Cruz to prevent wildfires from lightning strikes
Though CAL FIRE responds to every wildland blaze - they weren't always capable of using their limited resources to prevent fires.
Containment of Placer County's Oak Fire now 76% contained, evacuation orders lifted
The fire started Monday after a big rig crashed on the freeway near Live Oak Road between Colfax and Weimar.
Crews battling grass fire in Pleasants Valley area near Vacaville
Forward progress has been stopped in a wildfire that prompted evacuation orders in rural Vacaville on Monday
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Call Kurtis: Baby rockers recalled
Baby rockers that have been on the market for 12 years are now under a recall after the death of a child.
Price of bacon is increasing in the US but it's not just because of inflation
Inflation may be slowing overall, but food prices are still sky-high.
Rental scam stays up a week after being reported by landlord
After waiting more than a week for Zillow to take down a fraudulent listing of her property, a Sacramento landlord called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
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Diamondbacks blank Giants 5-0
Zac Gallen struck out a career-high 12 in 7 1/3 innings, extending his shutout streak and pitching the Diamondbacks past the Giants 5-0 on Thursday.
Jake McCarthy's two-run single lifts D-backs past Giants
OF Mike Yastrzemski and INF/OF Thairo Estrada had a night off from the lineup given Kapler expects each of them to play the next four games.
Shortage of high school referees forces game rescheduling
The shortage is a national problem, but it hits California schools especially hard due to the number of schools in each district.
Murphy hits 2 HRs, Langeliers homers as A's roll past Texas
Sean Murphy had his second two-homer game and rookie Shea Langeliers hit his first major league home run in his second game with Oakland, leading the Athletics to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.
Sacramento Kings release their 2022-2023 schedule
The Sacramento Kings have released their 2022-2023 regular season schedule.
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New assembly bill could make it easier to build affordable housing
A new affordable housing bill in California may make its way to the governor's desk.
Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Prosecutors revealed the investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents is "in its very early stages."
Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
Man crashed into barrier near Capitol before shooting himself, police say
Capitol Police said the man did not appear to be targeting any members of Congress, who are on recess.
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Judge says part of Trump search affidavit could "presumptively be unsealed"
Prosecutors revealed the investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents is "in its very early stages."
Lowe's announces $55 million bonus for hourly employees to offset inflation
The company is one of many providing bonuses, wage increases or additional benefits as inflation rises and labor shortages persist.
Woman charged with murder, accused of smuggling drugs to inmate via kiss
The inmate swallowed a balloon pellet filled with half an ounce of methamphetamine and died at a local hospital.
Wind energy boom and golden eagles collide in the US West
The rush to build wind farms to combat climate change is colliding with preservation of one of the U.S. West's most spectacular predators — the golden eagle — as the species teeters on the edge of decline.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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Sacheen Littlefeather receives apology for mistreatment at 1973 Oscars
Littlefeather was mocked when she declined Marlon Brando's Best Actor win onstage at the 1973 ceremony.
Rapper A$AP Rocky charged with assaulting former friend with a firearm
The 33-year-old rapper faces two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm with allegations of personally using a firearm.
Actress Anne Heche taken off life support
Anne Heche, the Emmy-winning film and television actor whose dramatic Hollywood rise in the 1990s and accomplished career contrasted with personal chapters of turmoil, died of injuries from a fiery car crash. She was 53.
Standup comedian, actor Teddy Ray passes away at 32
Ray died while in Rancho Mirage. The cause of his death has not been announced.
Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
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Has downtown Sacramento become a food desert?
There is not a single grocery store in all of downtown, stretching from the Sacramento River east to 16th street.
FDA: Hearing aids will soon be available over-the-counter
The FDA estimates about 30 million Americans suffer from hearing loss, but only 1 in 5 get the help they need.
Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
The bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year, experts say.
Nuclear war would kill billions – just from starvation, study finds
Just the soot from a week-long nuclear war would cause a "global catastrophe," researchers said.
Viral TikTok spreading misinformation about tampon ingredients
A TikTok video is spreading misinformation about an ingredient used in some tampons and it is causing real alarm among some viewers.
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Price of bacon is increasing in the US but it's not just because of inflation
Inflation may be slowing overall, but food prices are still sky-high.
Rental scam stays up a week after being reported by landlord
After waiting more than a week for Zillow to take down a fraudulent listing of her property, a Sacramento landlord called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Some new vehicles don't perform well in new crash test
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested its next batch of vehicles against a taller, heavier, faster barrier like the trucks and SUVs out on the road today. But some of the most popular cars in the country didn't fare so well.
Here's why gas prices are sinking
Prices at the pump continue to sink, providing relief to inflation-weary consumers and an economy mired in a slowdown.
California settles with Rent-A-Center, alleges overpricing
Rent-A-Center will pay $15.5 million to settle California's allegations that it misled and overcharged tens of thousands of customers.
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Sky River Casino opens a few weeks earlier than expected
While no official head count was given, from the massive amounts of traffic, it could be in the thousands.
Sky River Casino in Elk Grove opens weeks ahead of schedule
Owners of the casino say it's the closest casino to Sacramento and South and East Bay areas.
Call Kurtis: Baby rockers recalled
Baby rockers that have been on the market for 12 years are now under a recall after the death of a child.
Recall of coffee, milk, nutritional drinks made by Lyons Magnus expands
Lyons Magnus is recalling more than 80 types of drinks over possible contamination with bacteria that causes botulism.
Single mom loses kids' childhood memories to rats in Placerville storage unit
A woman was disgusted with what she found crawling through her storage unit. She now wants others to know the risks with rats -- before they rent.
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Monkey at San Luis Obispo Zoo calls 911
Cops usually have a prime suspect. In this case it's a primate suspect.
3 new cases of bird flu detected in Stanislaus County
Two cases came from Turlock and the other from Hughson.
Strep zoo outbreak forces Stanislaus County animal shelter to halt stray intakes
The Stanislaus County animal shelter won't be taking in new stray animals for the time being due to a strep zoo outbreak.
Call Kurtis: Pet shelters, gas prices, and insurance
Area animal shelters are overwhelmed. The problem is being blamed on delayed care during the pandemic and inflation.
More than 200 beagles arrive to Southern California after being rescued
The floppy eared pooches are getting prepped for adoption by a volunteer rescue organization in Chino Hills.
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What a "megaflood" could mean for Northern California
Sacramento and San Joaquin valleys could turn into a temporary inland sea stretching nearly 300 miles in length.
Experts: Disastrous megaflood coming to California – and it could be the most expensive natural disaster in history
Many Californians fear the "Big One," but it might not be what you think.
Scientists say dry lightning, which has caused some of California's most destructive fires, could happen more often
Dry lightning has ignited some of the most destructive and costly wildfires in California history, a new study shows.
In dry California, salty water creeps into key waterways
Parts of the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers have become too salty to use as the state's punishing drought drags on.
More human remains found in drought-stricken Lake Mead
It's the fourth time since May that remains have been uncovered as Western drought forces the shoreline to retreat at the shrinking Colorado River reservoir behind the Hoover Dam.
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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.
Tired Of Waiting On The City, South Sacramento Twin Sisters Clean Up Neighborhood Sidewalk Themselves
Twin sisters from south Sacramento decided they could not wait any longer to clean up their neighborhood.
Firefighters Rescue Kitten Trapped In Tennessee Walmart Pepsi Machine
Firefighters in Morristown, Tennessee, staged an adorable rescue mission after a kitten was found trapped in a Pepsi vending machine inside a Walmart store.
Rochelle Wu Of Woodland, 16, Qualifies For US Girls' Junior Chess Championship
Woodland resident Rochelle Yu qualified to compete in the prestigious U.S. Girls' Junior Championship for a chance at $20,6000 in prize money.