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Local leaders launch effort to get Sacramento State into Pac-12
Local politicians and business leaders launched a committee called Sac-12, which is making a push to have Sacramento State join the Pac-12.
Stanislaus Surgical Hospital to suspend operations indefinitely. Here's why.
Stanislaus Surgical Hospital is suspending all operations indefinitely, impacting dozens of workers and hundreds of patients.
10-day West Sacramento 50/80 connector closure starts Friday. Here's how the detours will work.
A major Caltrans project will be closing down one of the Sacramento area's arteries completely for ten days.
Reports claim Oakland A's move to Sutter Health Park is in jeopardy, MLB says deal is a "certainty"
Is the Oakland A's temporary move to Sutter Health Park next season in jeopardy?
California regulators approve PG&E's 4th rate increase of 2024
As PG&E customers already struggle to keep up with their bills, the California Public Utilities Commission approved the company's fourth rate increase in 2024.
49ers' McCaffrey placed on injured reserve; will miss at least 4 more games
The 49ers placed Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve because of his lingering calf and Achilles tendon injuries.
Rare copy of U.S. Constitution is up for auction. It could sell for millions.
The copy of the U.S. Constitution, one of only a handful known to exist, was found two years ago at a former plantation in Edenton, North Carolina.
Ringling Brothers Circus returns to Sacramento for first time in 8 years
Friday was opening night for the Ringling Brothers Circus at the Golden 1 Center in downtown Sacramento. The last time they came to town, the G1C wasn't even open yet.
Banking industry can't explain what measures would stop a $400 check from clearing for $4,000
Chase Bank is accepting responsibility for a mistake that caused a check written for $400 to deduct $4,000 from a Sacramento viewer's Wells Fargo account.
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California sees significant election official turnover amid threats, misinformation: "I started having panic attacks"
A CBS News California investigation found roughly half of California voters will have someone new to the job running their presidential election this year.
California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
Bills to shed light on newborn DNA storage in California quietly killed or gutted
Lawmakers quietly amended a bill prompted by a decade-long CBS investigation into California's Newborn Genetic Biobank. They removed the part that requires the state to reveal who is using our DNA for research and why.
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Quincy Fire east of Oroville burns nearly 100 acres, forces evacuation warnings
Forward progress has been stopped for a fire burning in southeastern Butte County that forced officials to issue evacuation warnings on Thursday.
"Megalopolis" director Francis Ford Coppola sues Variety for libel
Francis Ford Coppola sued Variety, saying a story that claimed he ran an unprofessional set and tried to kiss female extras was false and libelous.
Stiffer penalties for smash-and-grab retail thefts signed into law in California
Smash-and-grab retail thefts that result in major damage to businesses will bring longer sentences in California after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bill into law Thursday.
Boyles Fire burns dozens of buildings in Clearlake; thousands evacuated
Firefighters were making some progress Monday morning as they battled the Boyles Fire in Lake County that burned upwards of 30 structures in the town of Clearlake.
Gov. Newsom vetoes bill aimed at helping undocumented immigrants buy homes in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Friday that would have made some immigrants in the country illegally eligible for home loans backed by the state.
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Top Plays of Week 4 | 2024 Friday Gameday
Here are the top plays from week 4 of high school football.
Marin Catholic vs. Manteca | 2024 Friday Gameday Week 4 highlights
Marin Catholic defeats Manteca 29-28.
Placer vs. Antelope | 2024 Friday Gameday Week 4 highlights
Placer defeats Antelope 55-22.
Davis vs. Franklin | 2024 Friday Gameday Week 4 highlights
Franklin defeats Davis 50-8.
Vacaville vs. Patterson | 2024 Friday Gameday Week 4 highlights
Vacaviille defeats Patterson 31-14.
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Why boosting the Child Tax Credit has become a key issue for Harris, Trump
Government figures show it now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18.
Trump says he would deport migrants in Springfield, Ohio, to Venezuela
Trump told reporters,"We're going to have the largest deportation in the history of our country," starting with Ohio and Colorado — "Springfield and Aurora," he said.
Pope Francis says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump "both against life"
Asked to advise Catholic U.S. voters on the choice between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Pope Francis had harsh words, but no firm guidance.
Trump says he won't debate Harris again
Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he won't debate Vice President Kamala Harris again, saying, "THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!"
Stiffer penalties for smash-and-grab retail thefts signed into law in California
Smash-and-grab retail thefts that result in major damage to businesses will bring longer sentences in California after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bill into law Thursday.
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49ers' McCaffrey placed on injured reserve; will miss at least 4 more games
The 49ers placed Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve because of his lingering calf and Achilles tendon injuries.
Cease strikes out 10 as Padres blank Giants
Dylan Cease struck out 10 in six shutout innings and the Padres beat the Giants 5-0 on Friday night.
Rookie Brady Basso leads A's past White Sox for first major league win
The Oakland A's handed the White Sox their 16th consecutive home loss with a 2-0 victory on Friday night.
Local leaders launch effort to get Sacramento State into Pac-12
Local politicians and business leaders launched a committee called Sac-12, which is making a push to have Sacramento State join the Pac-12.
49ers' McCaffrey ruled out for Minnesota game; may go on injured reserve
The San Francisco 49ers announced that star running back Christian McCaffrey, who missed the season opener because of injuries, will also miss the Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday and could miss additional time.
49ers' 3 keys to victory against the Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota has not been kind to the 49ers, who have not beaten the Vikings at their home stadium since 1992. Here are three keys to victory for San Francisco against a Vikings team that looked just as impressive as the Niners in their season-opening win.
Reports claim Oakland A's move to Sutter Health Park is in jeopardy, MLB says deal is a "certainty"
Is the Oakland A's temporary move to Sutter Health Park next season in jeopardy?
Giants' Logan Webb admits he was hungover during his first MLB All-Star game appearance
After giving up three runs during his first MLB All-Star game appearance, a hungover Logan Webb returned to the dugout and apologized to his teammates, who responded by saying, "Who cares?"
Rebuilding Pac-12 adding Boise St., Colorado St., Fresno St. and San Diego St.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
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Starliner crew turns the page, looks forward to extended station stay
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams look ahead to a productive science mission.
Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
2 astronauts bumped from SpaceX flight to make room for Starliner crew
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
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Banking industry can't explain what measures would stop a $400 check from clearing for $4,000
Chase Bank is accepting responsibility for a mistake that caused a check written for $400 to deduct $4,000 from a Sacramento viewer's Wells Fargo account.
How lower inflation rate affects Sacramento-area residents | Call Kurtis
Have you been noticing lower prices at the gas pump lately?
Big discounts for college students you may not even realize you can receive | Call Kurtis
College classes are now back in session, and CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have been on the lookout for discounts for college students that they may not even realize they can receive.
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Rare copy of U.S. Constitution is up for auction. It could sell for millions.
The copy of the U.S. Constitution, one of only a handful known to exist, was found two years ago at a former plantation in Edenton, North Carolina.
Why boosting the Child Tax Credit has become a key issue for Harris, Trump
Government figures show it now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried appeals fraud conviction
Lawyers for Sam Bankman-Fried claim in an appeal filed Friday that the imprisoned FTX founder was the victim of a rush to judgment by a public that wrongly believed he was guilty before he was even arrested.
Boar's Head shutters Virginia plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak
Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
Pope Francis says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump "both against life"
Asked to advise Catholic U.S. voters on the choice between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Pope Francis had harsh words, but no firm guidance.
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Justin Timberlake speaks out after taking plea deal in Long Island DWI case
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty Friday to driving while ability impaired on Long Island. He spoke to reporters after the plea, saying he made a mistake, and urged people not to get behind the wheel if they had even one drink.
"Megalopolis" director Francis Ford Coppola sues Variety for libel
Francis Ford Coppola sued Variety, saying a story that claimed he ran an unprofessional set and tried to kiss female extras was false and libelous.
Taylor Swift winning big at MTV Video Music Awards
In her speech for video of the year at the 2024 VMAs, Taylor Swift talked about her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. "Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic."
Jon Bon Jovi helps woman back from ledge on Nashville bridge
Singer Jon Bon Jovi helped bring a woman back off the ledge of a pedestrian bridge in Nashville Tuesday night, police said.
Frankie Beverly, R&B singer and Philadelphia native, dies at 77
Legendary R&B singer and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly has passed away, his family announced on Instagram Wednesday.
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Boar's Head shutters Virginia plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak
Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
Opioid deaths now lowest in 3 years, but still worse than pre-pandemic
Drug overdose deaths from opioids such as heroin and fentanyl have fallen from a peak in 2023.
High levels of lead found in 12 cinnamon brands. List to avoid.
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
Boar's Head faces multiple lawsuits after deadly listeria outbreak
A nationwide listeria outbreak blamed for nine deaths is turning into a potential legal nightmare for food maker Boar's Head.
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Big discounts for college students you may not even realize you can receive | Call Kurtis
College classes are now back in session, and CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have been on the lookout for discounts for college students that they may not even realize they can receive.
Citrus Heights sees bargain bonanza with wave of new thrift stores
Places like Big Lots and 99 Cent Only stores have been closing across the region, but there's one type of retailer that's making a resurgence.
Do businesses have to let you use their bathroom? | Call Kurtis
When you've got to go, you've got to go. But it's sometimes tough to find a restroom available to the public. Kurtis Ming is getting answers on your rights to access.
Topgolf's proposed new location in Sacramento's south Natomas has been revealed
South Natomas community members got their first look at plans to build a new Topgolf attraction in the neighborhood.
Stockton gas station lowers prices, calls on state to pressure bigger companies to do the same
A Stockton gas station owner took it upon himself to keep prices low. At Ernie's General Store, the cash price for a gallon of gas is $3.99.
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San Francisco's iconic Transamerica Pyramid reopens to public after renovation
The Transamerica Pyramid, the crown jewel of Downtown San Francisco, reopened its doors Thursday with all the pomp and circumstance fit for a historical landmark.
Rebuilding Pac-12 adding Boise St., Colorado St., Fresno St. and San Diego St.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
Elk Grove cracks down on unlicensed street food vendors
Elk Grove is taking a bite out of businesses selling food on the streets without the proper permits. This comes as the number of complaints about illegal food vendors is growing.
Labor Day festivities bring in foot traffic for Sacramento businesses
As the Labor Day Festivities continue, Sacramento business owners said this holiday weekend can be some of their busiest days of the year.
Customers wait hours for one last slice of Zelda's Pizza in midtown Sacramento
A beloved midtown Sacramento staple, Zelda's Gourmet Pizza, officially closed its doors for the last time Saturday night. The owner cited financial complications are the reason behind the closure.
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Sacramento pet owners seek answers after multiple dogs get sick after walks in park
Over a dozen dog owners are claiming their pets got sick after taking a walk in Frank Seymour Park in Sacramento at the beginning of August.
New emergency veterinary clinic in Elk Grove offers pet owners a unique experience
Many people got new pets during the pandemic and that's created a big demand for veterinary services. Now there's a new facility opening today in Elk Grove that could help.
Hundreds of volunteers help keep animals calm at Sacramento shelter during July 4th fireworks
Here is a look at the creative ways Sacramento County's animal shelter is trying to reduce stress for animals caused by fireworks.
UC Davis updates guidelines on when to spay, neuter dogs. Here's what researchers found.
When it comes to our dogs, we've always heard how important spay and neutering is. But when you do it could affect your dog's health.
California's first-ever, free Adopt-a-Pet Day is here
Saturday is a chance to pick up a new pet free of charge as animal shelters across California are participating in a new effort to help alleviate overcrowding.
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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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Stockton's Team Elevate program earns national ranking as athletes get college recognition
Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.
Customers celebrate grand reopening of Sacramento's decades old Sammy's Restaurant
More than one hundred customers came out to celebrate the grand reopening of a restaurant that's been around for seven decades.
Sacramento State program eases the stress for students who spent time in foster care
Pursuing higher education can be challenging for any college-bound student and for former foster youth, doing it alone can seem impossible.
Dozens of college-bound seniors at Sacramento Charter High celebrated
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
Bank employee hasn't missed a day of work in 47 years. Now he's getting ready to retire.
A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire.