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Mosquito Fire still at 76,781 acres with 60% containment
The Mosquito Fire, which started on September 6, grew to 76,781 acres and is now 60 percent contained as of Saturday morning.
Lawsuit: SMUD targeted Asians in pot searches
Extraordinary use of electricity has long been a telltale sign of illegal grow houses producing thousands of marijuana plants hidden in seemingly ordinary homes.
Literary icon and Sacramento native Joan Didion honored for her career
Hundreds of people gathered at The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine in New York City to honor Didion who died in Dec. 2021.
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3 killed following wrong-way driver crash on I-80 in Solano County
Both drivers, passenger killed in head-on collision early Sunday morning
Man killed in early morning shooting in Sacramento
Police say man found with at least one gun shot wound in Midtown intersection died on scene
Farm-to-Fork Festival wraps up right near rally for farm workers
West Sacramento Vice Mayor Quirina Orozco remembers the struggles of her grandfather, who was a farm worker for more than four decades.
Modesto police find a dead woman in a car
Officers were not able to confirm if the woman was the missing person and did not identify her.
Kelly stops Giants again, Diamondbacks win 5-2
The loss ended the Giants' five-game winning streak.
North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile into waters off east coast of Korean peninsula
Japan's Coast Guard sent an alert out to vessels at 6:56 a.m. local time Sunday (5:56 p.m. eastern time Saturday).
A's clobber Mets, knock around ace deGrom
Jacob deGrom got hit around and lasted a season-low four innings and the Mets lost 10-4 to the Athletics on Saturday.
Sharp offshore earthquake rattles North Coast near Eureka
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8 struck about 16 miles southwest of Cape Mendocino on Saturday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Stockton Police investigating series of residential robberies Friday night
Victims include a 79-year-old man injured and transported to the hospital
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UFW camping at the capitol amid Farm-to-Fork Festival in downtown Sacramento
Supporters of United Farm Workers camped at the capitol building during the Farm-to-Fork Festival around the corner.
Gov. Newsom signs bill adding wine bottles to recycling program
Starting in 2024, wine drinkers will be able to deposit their bottles for money.
"They're a group just like anyone else" | Hells Angles arrive in Stockton for founders funeral
A funeral for Hells Angles founder Sonny Barger was held in Stockton.
Davis High School homecoming dance postponed due to bats | On The Go
Jordan Segundo and Marlee Ginter discuss the seven-day forecast and top headlines.
Sacramento evening weather forecast: Sep. 24, 2022
Here's how the next seven days of weather will look.
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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.
Audio reveals what it sounds like when space rocks crash into Mars
It turns out it's more of a "bloop" than a "boom."
Mars rover reaches fertile terrain in search for clues about past life
The rover is collecting samples rich in the raw materials of life, but laboratory analysis on Earth will be needed to draw conclusions.
What was the massive fireball that shot across the U.K.'s sky?
Was it a shooting star, space debris or maybe even a satellite? Here's what researchers think about the massive fireball that shot across the U.K. sky.
Rare cosmic gem created by ancient "catastrophic collision," scientists say
Scientists found that a 4.5 billion-year-old collision between an asteroid and dwarf planet is the likely source of the rare gem.
NASA fixing moon rocket leaks while awaiting permission to launch
The Space Force Eastern Range is evaluating a waiver request from NASA to enable a third launch attempt by the end of the month.
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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.
Woman facing hefty bill to repair public sidewalk in front of her Sacramento home
A Sacramento woman just got a surprise bill in the thousands to fix the sidewalk in front of her house.
Viewers Call Kurtis after local contractor, Newcastle Screens, disappears with their deposits
With Sacramento summers, screens are meant to keep the bugs out. But when a custom screen installer took money from viewers and then seemed to vanish, it was time to Call Kurtis to investigate.
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Kelly stops Giants again, Diamondbacks win 5-2
The loss ended the Giants' five-game winning streak.
A's clobber Mets, knock around ace deGrom
Jacob deGrom got hit around and lasted a season-low four innings and the Mets lost 10-4 to the Athletics on Saturday.
Davis' go-ahead double in 9th leads Giants past D-Backs for 5th straight win
J.D. Davis had the go-ahead RBI double in the ninth, Shelby Miller pitched 2 2/3 innings of scoreless relief in his season debut and the San Francisco Giants beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5 on Friday night.
Mets beat Athletics 9-2 to extend division lead over Braves
The A's matched a franchise record with their 50th loss of the season at the Coliseum, equaling their total from the 1979 season.
Albert Pujols becomes just fourth player to hit 700 home runs
Pujols joined Barry Bonds (762 homers), Hank Aaron (755) and Babe Ruth (714) in one of baseball's most exclusive clubs.
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North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile into waters off east coast of Korean peninsula
Japan's Coast Guard sent an alert out to vessels at 6:56 a.m. local time Sunday (5:56 p.m. eastern time Saturday).
New California law allows lawsuits against 'cyber flashers'
Californians who find themselves victims of "cyber flashing" can sue under a new law signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Trump says presidents can declassify "even by thinking about it"
Trump's lawyers have resisted requests for information about whether records with classified markings seized from Mar-a-Lago were in fact declassified by Trump.
N.Y. Attorney General sues Trump over alleged business fraud
The civil suit seeks to remove the entire family from their roles in the Trump Organization.
California's gambling question breaks national spending record
The campaign that could bring legalized sports betting to California is the most expensive ballot-initiative fight in U.S. history.
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North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile into waters off east coast of Korean peninsula
Japan's Coast Guard sent an alert out to vessels at 6:56 a.m. local time Sunday (5:56 p.m. eastern time Saturday).
Albert Pujols becomes just fourth player to hit 700 home runs
Pujols joined Barry Bonds (762 homers), Hank Aaron (755) and Babe Ruth (714) in one of baseball's most exclusive clubs.
U of M researchers looking to reduce catalytic converter thefts awarded $10.6 million grant
In a laboratory on the U of M campus, researchers are using complex equipment to find a solution to a complex problem.
The internet's new favorite video game is like 'Guitar Hero' but with trombones
If you liked "Guitar Hero" but wished it had more brass instruments, you're in luck.
Amy Cooper, "Central Park Karen," loses lawsuit over firing
The judge rejected Cooper's claims that she was unjustly fired from her job due to racism and sexism.
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Khloe Kardashian introduces son in "The Kardashians" Season 2 premiere
Khloe shows the journey and birth of her son, who arrived just months after her ex Tristan Thompson became involved in a paternity controversy.
Tiffany Haddish says she lost all her gigs after abuse claim
Allegations of molestation against comedians Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears, Haddish says the suit has cost her work.
Betty White's personal belongings, show memorabilia to be auctioned
Want to own a piece of Betty White's legacy? Now you can.
Bad Bunny helps purchase home for Uvalde shooting survivor
The Puerto Rican rapper has been increasingly vocal on social issues.
Dazed on the Green Music Festival and Cannabis Expo canceled over risk to health and safety of attendees
The event was supposed to happen in Turlock this weekend but was canceled due to health and safety concerns.
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Online forum intends to wrangle California's wild pig problem
An online forum held Thursday looked at the growing problem of wild pigs in California and how to lessen the danger and damage they are bringing around the state.
Toddler formula sales are growing, but experts say most kids don't need it
Formulas for toddlers are a burgeoning business. Here's what parents need to know.
Social media challenge prompts FDA warning against cooking chicken in NyQuil
Boiling certain medications can be harmful to breathe, let alone eat, the agency warned.
U.S. task force proposes anxiety screenings for most adults
The proposed measure intends to identify early signs of anxiety and depression in Americans who may not be exhibiting symptoms yet, but could benefit from mental health care.
Food scheme stole $250 million meant for "needy children," feds say
U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger said the defendants took $250 million from a pandemic aid program that was meant to "feed needy children."
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Woman facing hefty bill to repair public sidewalk in front of her Sacramento home
A Sacramento woman just got a surprise bill in the thousands to fix the sidewalk in front of her house.
Investigating Wage Theft Solutions: When workers win judgments but bosses still don't pay
Even after workers win wage theft judgments against their boss, many still don't get paid. Could a local wage theft pilot program offer a state-wide solution?
What's a heat pump, and how can it could save you thousands on home energy costs?
There's a growing movement of consumers who are choosing energy-efficient electrical heating and cooling around the country.
Thousands of Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators recalled due to fire risk
The popular SUVs' heating and cooling fan motors can catch fire.
Peak TV bonanza complicates Emmy goal of honoring the best
Given the many options splintering the TV audience, how can an awards show draw a crowd?
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New California law allows lawsuits against 'cyber flashers'
Californians who find themselves victims of "cyber flashing" can sue under a new law signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The internet's new favorite video game is like 'Guitar Hero' but with trombones
If you liked "Guitar Hero" but wished it had more brass instruments, you're in luck.
Sacramento Tower Bridge Dinner 2022
Created and executed by Visit Sacramento, the Tower Bridge Dinner is one of the nation's most unforgettable dining experiences.
Napa Valley winemakers see approaching rain as good news / bad news
You might think a forecast for rain coming at the end of a sweltering summer would be met with unalloyed happiness from any farmer. But this is Wine Country.
Safeway agrees to $8M settlement over alleged environmental violations at gas stations
Safeway has agreed to an $8 million settlement with California Attorney General Rob Bonta's office, along with several district attorneys, over alleged environmental violations at several dozen gas stations.
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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.
Dog missing for 3 months found by Colorado officers doing drone training
The dog, named Farah, has been reunited with her owner.
Front Street Animal Shelter critically full, free adoptions offered through Friday
Adoption fees are being waived at the Front Street Animal Shelter through the end of the week to free up the facility's overflowing kennels.
Five dogs fatally attack mail carrier after her truck breaks down
A nearby resident told deputies they heard the woman screaming for help and saw five dogs attacking her.
San Jose suspect who stole woman's car, bulldog arrested; victim reunited with pet
Police in San Jose were able to reunite a stolen dog and its owner Thursday following the arrest of the suspect who stole the victim's car and pet earlier this month.
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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.
California farmers turning to drought-resistant plant agave
Drought conditions have many farmers rethinking their crops, and agave is proving to be an alluring alternative
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.
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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.
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.