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Beyoncé to perform at Levi Stadium on her newly announced 'Renaissance' tour
Beyoncé has announced plan to go on a worldwide tour beginning in May.
3 underutilized state buildings in downtown Sacramento to be turned into housing
Three underutilized state office buildings in downtown Sacramento will be turned into housing.
Getting Answers: Does Sacramento have a specialized police unit like Memphis unit that killed Tyre Nichols?
In Sacramento, there are teams that focus on specific subjects like gang intervention or apprehending known wanted criminal suspects
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Sacramento International Airport announces $1.3 billion in construction projects
The largest construction project ever at Sacramento International Airport is taking flight. It's called SMForward and it's designed to improve passenger experiences and eliminate so-called pinch points.
Michigan six-year-old orders $1,000 worth of food on Grubhub
It was an all-you-can-eat buffet for a Michigan boy last weekend.
Eagles offensive lineman Josh Sills indicted on rape charges in Ohio
A grand jury in Ohio indicted Josh Sills on one count of rape and one count of kidnapping.
Family escapes fire at home in Sacramento
Firefighters battled a fire on the outside of a home in Sacramento on Wednesday.
Live: Celebration of life for Tyre Nichols
A celebration of life for Tyre Nichols is currently underway in Memphis, Tennessee.
1 dead, 2 injured in South Sacramento house fire
The fire was contained in the home, which was a single-story residence. The cause remains under investigation.
Republicans set to oust Rep. Ilhan Omar from Foreign Affairs panel
Newly empowered House Republicans are preparing to oust an African-born Black lawmaker, Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, from the Foreign Affairs Committee over comments she has made critical of Israel - and as payback after Democrats booted far-right Republicans from panels for incendiary, violent remarks.
These jobs are most likely to be replaced by ChatGPT and AI
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
Underwater volcano erupts in Vanuatu, triggering warnings
Officials said "such eruptions have the potential to create tsunami waves."
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2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees include Missy Elliot, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, and more
Nominees for the 2023 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame include Missy Elliot, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow.
Sacramento mid-day weather forecast: Feb. 1, 2023
Here is how the next seven days of weather are going to look.
Lunch Break: Artichokes, grapes, and oranges
Michael Marks talks about artichokes, grapes, and oranges during this Lunch Break segment.
1 dead, 2 injured in South Sacramento house fire
One person is dead and two people are recovering in the hospital after a south Sacramento house fire.
Tyre Nichols' funeral to be held this morning at 11 a.m. Pacific time
The family of Tyre Nichols plans to lay him to rest Wednesday, three weeks after he died following a brutal beating by Memphis police that was captured on disturbing video that prompted nationwide protests and renewed calls for police reform.
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Rare green comet: when, where and how to see it
A rare green comet is zooming our way for the first time in 50,000 years. As it makes its appearance in the sky, Dr. Kyle Watters, the Planetarium Director at Sac State, shares how you can view the comet if you live in Sacramento.
Asteroid about to zoom oh-so-close to Earth, NASA says
But it will miss, the space agency says, in one of the closest encounters of its type ever.
Webb telescope peers into the frozen heart of a space cloud
The James Webb Space Telescope peered inside a wispy molecular cloud located 630 light-years away and spied ices made of different elements.
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Call Kurtis scam alert: Fake law-enforcement fines
Crooks around the country have been successfully stealing money by convincing people they may go to jail.
Call Kurtis: Weddings, refunds, and fire country
The Mosquito Wildfire forced an engaged couple to do the unthinkable: pull off a wedding somewhere else, with one day's notice.
Call Kurtis: The warranty on my portable generator is about to expire
The clock was ticking down with only six months left on the warranty when a viewer started having problems.
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Where Tom Brady ranks on all-time stat lists upon retirement
Tom Brady has retired again. He'll be the NFL's all-time leader in every passing stat for a long time.
Tom Brady announces retirement 'for good' from NFL
Tom Brady announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL – again.
Tom Brady announces his retirement
Famed NFL Quarterback Tom Brady announced his retirement via Twitter Wednesday morning.
Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to promote learning of CPR
As the calendar turns to February and American Heart Month kicks off, Damar Hamlin is teaming up with the American Heart Association to help spread CPR awareness and help give back.
Fox, Lyles help Kings outlast Timberwolves 118-111 in OT
De'Aaron Fox scored 32 points and Trey Lyles had eight of his 11 points in overtime for the Sacramento Kings, who outlasted the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-111 on Monday night.
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Republicans set to oust Rep. Ilhan Omar from Foreign Affairs panel
Newly empowered House Republicans are preparing to oust an African-born Black lawmaker, Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, from the Foreign Affairs Committee over comments she has made critical of Israel - and as payback after Democrats booted far-right Republicans from panels for incendiary, violent remarks.
GOP-led House panel targets fraud in COVID relief programs
Over 1,000 people have pleaded guilty or have been convicted of federal charges of defrauding COVID-19 relief programs that Congress established early in the pandemic.
Nikki Haley to announce 2024 presidential run on Feb. 15
Haley will become the first Republican to get in the 2024 presidential race since former President Donald Trump launched his bid.
GOP-led states ask judge to end DACA policy for "Dreamers"
DACA's demise would prevent nearly 600,000 immigrants known as "Dreamers" from renewing their deportation protections and work permits.
Experts warn of child care industry turmoil ahead
An end to federal pandemic funding this year could send prices for child care up, forcing businesses to close, and people — especially moms — out of the workforce.
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Michigan six-year-old orders $1,000 worth of food on Grubhub
It was an all-you-can-eat buffet for a Michigan boy last weekend.
Live: Celebration of life for Tyre Nichols
A celebration of life for Tyre Nichols is currently underway in Memphis, Tennessee.
These jobs are most likely to be replaced by ChatGPT and AI
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
Underwater volcano erupts in Vanuatu, triggering warnings
Officials said "such eruptions have the potential to create tsunami waves."
CDC tells consumers to stop using Ezricare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
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Beyoncé to perform at Levi Stadium on her newly announced 'Renaissance' tour
Beyoncé has announced plan to go on a worldwide tour beginning in May.
"Dr. Phil" is coming to an end after 21 seasons
After 21 years of hosting his show, Phil McGraw wants to seek new opportunities to "help restore a clarity of purpose" as he has "grave concerns for the American family."
Ozzy Osbourne cancels all shows, says his touring career is over
Ozzy Osbourne announced the cancellation of his upcoming shows, and said his touring career is over because he "is not physically capable (of it)."
"Dances with Wolves" actor arrested on sexual assault charges in Nevada raid
Nathan Chasing Horse was taken into custody near the North Las Vegas home he shared with his five wives, police said.
Alec Baldwin formally charged with involuntary manslaughter
Similar charges were formally filed against the film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed.
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CDC tells consumers to stop using Ezricare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
Ozzy Osbourne cancels all shows, says his touring career is over
Ozzy Osbourne announced the cancellation of his upcoming shows, and said his touring career is over because he "is not physically capable (of it)."
Damar Hamlin teams up with American Heart Association to promote learning of CPR
As the calendar turns to February and American Heart Month kicks off, Damar Hamlin is teaming up with the American Heart Association to help spread CPR awareness and help give back.
Sacramento County prepares for lifting of COVID-19 emergency orders
With COVID-19 emergency orders set to be lifted, Sacramento County is making sure its vulnerable populace has help.
Adult drug use rose during pandemic, but dropped dramatically in youth, study says
Use of marijuana and other substances dropped in teenagers during the first year of the pandemic, according to a new study.
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Michigan six-year-old orders $1,000 worth of food on Grubhub
It was an all-you-can-eat buffet for a Michigan boy last weekend.
Call Kurtis scam alert: Fake law-enforcement fines
Crooks around the country have been successfully stealing money by convincing people they may go to jail.
South Sacramento business owners clash over proposed marijuana dispensary
A clash over cannabis is heating up as two small business owners battle it out in a south Sacramento neighborhood over a proposed new marijuana dispensary.
Call Kurtis: Do you have to pay federal taxes on your gas tax rebate?
A San Joaquin County viewer was surprised to get a 1099-MISC for his Middle Class Tax Refund of $700. When Brian Johnson of Morada entered the info into the tax program he was using to file his taxes, it showed he owed the IRS more money. California says it would not tax the money.
You won't win: California Lottery warns players against buying tickets online
The California Lottery is warning players against buying tickets on the internet.
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Sacramento International Airport announces $1.3 billion in construction projects
The largest construction project ever at Sacramento International Airport is taking flight. It's called SMForward and it's designed to improve passenger experiences and eliminate so-called pinch points.
Michigan six-year-old orders $1,000 worth of food on Grubhub
It was an all-you-can-eat buffet for a Michigan boy last weekend.
Justice Department seeks Tesla automated driving documents
The U.S. Justice Department has requested documents from Tesla related to its Autopilot and "Full Self-Driving" features, according to a regulatory filing.
3 underutilized state buildings in downtown Sacramento to be turned into housing
Three underutilized state office buildings in downtown Sacramento will be turned into housing.
Rediscovered van Dyck painting, bought for $600, sells for $3 million
Once abandoned in a farm shed, a rediscovered Anthony van Dyck painting has sold for over $3 million at auction.
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Dog rescued after becoming trapped under rocks on SF's Ocean Beach
A dog was rescued from a tight spot on San Francisco's Ocean Beach earlier this month.
Stowaway gecko survives 3,000-mile voyage from Egypt to Manchester in a box of strawberries
A globe-trotting gecko has accidentally made the trip from Egypt to England after hitching a ride in a container of strawberries.
Puppy, kitten yoga classes held on top of downtown Sacramento gym
If you're looking for some exercise with no distractions, you might have to be a little more flexible than usual for this yoga class. It's puppy yoga, and we can't forget the rabbits, too.
A new giraffe was born at the Sacramento Zoo
The Sacramento Zoo announced on Monday the birth of a female giraffe.
Portland firefighters rescue dog stuck in sewer pipe
Firefighters came to the rescue when a little pup got stuck in a sewer pipe in North Portland on Sunday.
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Parade of California storms put dent in drought
Atmospheric rivers pounding California since late last year have coated mountains with a full winter's worth of snow and begun raising reservoir levels — but experts say it will take much more precipitation to reverse the effects of years of drought.
California snowpack off to great start: "We are by no means out of the woods"
The snowpack in California's mountains is off to one of its best starts in 40 years, officials announced Tuesday.
Getting Answers: Why are dams releasing water in a drought?
With heavy rain inundating the capital region, why are dams releasing water they need? CBS13 is getting answers.
Higher water level at Lake Shasta is actually another sign of worsening drought
Lake Shasta is at 31% of its total capacity as we enter the fourth year of the drought. But the lake is actually higher now than it was this time last year as the drought has severely cut back on water allowances from the lake.
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.
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"We want them to be confident": Sacramento nonprofit helps blind seniors sharpen cooking skills
Local seniors with vision loss are sharpening their cooking skills thanks to the Society For The Blind.
"Love at first sight': Foster pets find forever homes during happy holiday season
You may remember when people lined up outside the Front Street Animal Shelter right before Christmas last year to offer up their homes over the holidays so pets didn't spend them alone in a kennel. It's well into 2023 and time to bring them back, but CBS13 learned many just can't seem to let go.
A new giraffe was born at the Sacramento Zoo
The Sacramento Zoo announced on Monday the birth of a female giraffe.
Sacramento woman with 9 college degrees talks turning 102, secret to living long
Shirley Allen was surrounded by family and met with applause as she blew out the large candles on her 102nd birthday Tuesday, Jan 17. For more than a century, Allen has marked another year gone by, but she's never taken one for granted.
'I had to do it to save everyone': Man breaks into school and shelters more than 20 people from blizzard
As a deadly and historic blizzard barreled through Erie County, New York, last weekend, some residents found themselves in a dire scenario -- stranded in howling snow with nowhere to go, their cars dwindling in gas supply with police unable to come to the rescue.