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Fairfield could be hit hard by looming government shutdown with Travis AFB in city limits
The city of Fairfield could take a direct economic hit from a federal government shutdown, with Travis Air Force Base inside its city limits.
Sacramento's homeless crisis affecting wildlife in American River Parkway
As the number of homeless people in Sacramento continues to rise, there's a growing impact along the American River Parkway.
Could Gov. Newsom's vetoing of bills be a sign of next political steps?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing criticism from some in his party for vetoing popular bills that made it to his desk. The bill authors wouldn't say that it was the governor playing to national politics, but political experts think it may be a long game for what comes next in Newsom's political life.
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Heart health hack: Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
Fairfield could be hit hard by looming government shutdown with Travis AFB in city limits
The city of Fairfield could take a direct economic hit from a federal government shutdown, with Travis Air Force Base inside its city limits.
Stanislaus County prepares to launch Gov. Newsom's "CARE Court" program
Stanislaus County is gearing up to launch the CARE Court pilot program along with six other California counties. The program has been touted by Gov. Gavin Newsom as a way to solve the state's growing homelessness crisis by providing the most vulnerable mental health access.
Sacramento's homeless crisis affecting wildlife in American River Parkway
As the number of homeless people in Sacramento continues to rise, there's a growing impact along the American River Parkway.
Gov. Newsom signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
Winning numbers drawn for $785M Powerball jackpot
Excitement over the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot in the game's history helped California raise millions of dollars for its public schools, lottery officials said Monday
El Niño set to strengthen this winter, what does it mean for Northern California?
El Niño continues to strengthen according to NOAA's latest forecast. But would a strong El Niño mean an active winter across Northern California?
Could Gov. Newsom's vetoing of bills be a sign of next political steps?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing criticism from some in his party for vetoing popular bills that made it to his desk. The bill authors wouldn't say that it was the governor playing to national politics, but political experts think it may be a long game for what comes next in Newsom's political life.
David McCallum, "NCIS" and "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." star, dies at age 90
David McCallum died Monday of natural causes.
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Granny basketball doubleheader takes over Tuolumne County
Granny basketball came to Tuolumne County for a doubleheader.
Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
Stanislaus County prepares to launch Gov. Newsom's "CARE Court" program
Stanislaus County is gearing up to launch the CARE Court pilot program along with six other California counties. The program has been touted by Gov. Gavin Newsom as a way to solve the state's growing homelessness crisis by providing the most vulnerable mental health access.
American River Parkway birds impacted by homeless
As the number of homeless people in Sacramento continues to rise, there's a growing impact along the American River Parkway.
Fairfield could be hit hard by looming government shutdown
The city of Fairfield could take a direct economic hit from a federal goverment shutdown, with Travis Air force base inside its city limits.
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NASA says asteroid samples will land on Earth Sunday after fiery descent
The OSIRIS-REx sample return in Utah will bring a seven-year, four-billion-mile journey to a close, providing insights into the birth of the solar system.
NASA image shows "unprecedented detail" of moon's south pole region
Two cameras working together helped NASA reveal details in "greater detail than previously possible."
Astronaut looks forward to home after record 371-day stay in space
Frank Rubio and two cosmonaut crewmates return to Earth next Wednesday to wrap up a U.S. record 371-day stay in orbit.
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Taylor Swift roots for Travis Kelce at Kansas City Chiefs game
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce later walked out of Arrowhead Stadium together, further fueling to the speculation that they are dating.
Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant send-off as United States beats South Africa 2-0
Megan Rapinoe got a triumphant send-off, and the United States beat South Africa 2-0 on Sunday.
Ex-NHL player Nicolas Kerdiles killed in motorcycle crash at age 29
Nicolas Kerdiles drove his motorcycle through a stop sign and hit the driver's side of an SUV, Nashville police said.
10th inning RBI single lifts Dodgers over Giants
Chris Taylor's line-drive single lifted the Dodgers past the Giants 3-2 on Sunday night.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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Fairfield could be hit hard by looming government shutdown with Travis AFB in city limits
The city of Fairfield could take a direct economic hit from a federal government shutdown, with Travis Air Force Base inside its city limits.
Stanislaus County prepares to launch Gov. Newsom's "CARE Court" program
Stanislaus County is gearing up to launch the CARE Court pilot program along with six other California counties. The program has been touted by Gov. Gavin Newsom as a way to solve the state's growing homelessness crisis by providing the most vulnerable mental health access.
Gov. Newsom signs law barring schoolbook bans based on racial, gender teachings in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
Could Gov. Newsom's vetoing of bills be a sign of next political steps?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing criticism from some in his party for vetoing popular bills that made it to his desk. The bill authors wouldn't say that it was the governor playing to national politics, but political experts think it may be a long game for what comes next in Newsom's political life.
Federal firefighters could walk off the job once pay bump expires
Pay hikes for federal firefighters are set to expire in October. A bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in 2021 provided a temporary pay bump for federal first responders.
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Call Kurtis Investigates: Woodland viewer sent to collections for online order she never got
Barbara Morton says her payment never went through for something she tried to buy online.
Call Kurtis: Blind and deaf Modesto senior loses life savings to check-washing scheme
A blind and deaf 87-year-old Modesto senior lost her life savings and blames her bank for it.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Placer County couple with baby scammed escaping Maui
A Lincoln couple vacationing in Maui with their baby says they were scammed trying to escape the island. It was time to call Kurtis to investigate.
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David McCallum, "NCIS" and "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." star, dies at age 90
David McCallum died Monday of natural causes.
Federal firefighters could walk off the job once pay bump expires
Pay hikes for federal firefighters are set to expire in October. A bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in 2021 provided a temporary pay bump for federal first responders.
Just what the doctor ordered? $29 medical checkups now at Costco
Costco partners with online marketplace in selling health care services to the uninsured or those who prefer to pay cash.
Cuba denounces attack on its U.S. embassy as terrorism
A man allegedly threw two Molotov cocktails at Cuba's mission in the U.S. on Sunday night. No one was injured.
House GOP prepares four spending bills as shutdown uncertainty grows
House Republicans' efforts to pass four spending bills would not avert a government shutdown.
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David McCallum, "NCIS" and "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." star, dies at age 90
David McCallum died Monday of natural causes.
End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Sophia Loren recovering from surgery after a fall at her Geneva home
Just days after her 89th birthday, Sophia Loren suffered fractures requiring hip surgery in a fall at her home in Geneva.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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Heart health hack: Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
CDC to avoid "scare tactic" in new effort to reset flu shot expectations
The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
Shimano recalls nearly 700,000 bike cranksets after reports of injuries
Shimano's recalled bonded crank parts can "separate and break," causing consumers to crash, according to CPSC.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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Heart health hack: Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
Recent lawsuits target companies that misrepresent how food is advertised and what it actually looks like
When it comes to food advertising, what you see is rarely what you get. A flurry of recent lawsuits wants to change that.
Getting Answers: Is West Sacramento's Target banning teens?
A West Sacramento Target is the subject of controversy after talk of a policy banning teenagers was floated to the public.
Call Kurtis: How to save 50% or more on back-to-school shopping
You can get one-inch binders for a dollar. Twelve colored pencils, 24 crayons, or composition notebooks for 50 cents each. The Krazy Coupon Lady can keep you from overpaying on more than 80 back-to-school items.
Do not use certain pregnancy, ovulation, UTI tests, FDA warns
The FDA warned that consumers shouldn't use certain tests manufactured by California-based Universal Meditech Inc., including those that test for pregnancy, ovulation and urinary tract infections.
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Heart health hack: Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
Recent lawsuits target companies that misrepresent how food is advertised and what it actually looks like
When it comes to food advertising, what you see is rarely what you get. A flurry of recent lawsuits wants to change that.
"A nightmare": Yosemite tourism industry braces for government shutdown
With less than a week to reach a bipartisan deal to avert a government shutdown, worry over a stalemate in Washington has already reached California.
Bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks vetoed by Gov. Newsom
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
The federal government is headed into a shutdown. When will it start and what's next?
The federal government is heading toward a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics.
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Bears raid Krispy Kreme doughnut van making deliveries on Alaska military base
Two bears have raided a Krispy Kreme doughnut van that was stopped outside a convenience store on an Alaska military base.
Thousands of birds dying at Tulare Lake due to disease
A deadly disease is killing thousands of birds at Tulare Lake.
Alaska couple reunited with missing cat 26 days after their home collapsed into river
An Alaskan couple needed good news after their house collapsed into a river swollen by floodwater. Twenty-six days after their kitten went missing, they found a picture of him posted on a community Facebook page.
Nebraska man pulled over for having a bull in his car
A car driving with a bull in it was pulled over in northeast Nebraska's biggest city, but don't worry, he didn't steer.
Controversial Tahoe bear formerly known as "Hank the Tank" finds new home in Colorado
One of the bears known around Lake Tahoe as Hank the Tank is now settling into its new home: the Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado.
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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.
California to meet 100% of water requests thanks to storms
Regulators say California will provide 100% of the water requested by cities and farms for the first time in years thanks to winter storms that filled reservoirs and runoff from a record snowpack.
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Sacramento father of 6 surprised with free car after biking miles to work for months
A single father of six children, ages 3 to 19, got the gift of a lifetime Thursday.
Roseville street named after fallen Marine Sgt. Nicole Gee
A Roseville street is being named after U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicole Gee. It's a show of solidarity for the young woman who was killed serving this country.
Folsom woman behind Maui book drive gets worldwide response
In one week, she's received donations from as far away as Australia and she says she's just getting started.
The Gerwig Effect: Sacramento native's success paving the road for next generation of filmmakers
"Barbie" is breaking box office records left and right, catapulting director Greta Gerwig to the spot of highest-grossing female director in domestic box office sales.
Folsom business donates proceeds to Maui fires relief efforts
Local businesses in our region are stepping up and donating proceeds from their sales to the Hawaii wildfire relief efforts.