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First Alert Action Day: Storm moving across Sacramento region
The second of back-to-back winter storms is making its way into our region, bringing rain to the valley and snow to the Sierra Nevada, where up to two feet of snow already has fallen this week around Lake Tahoe.
"Happy to be alive": Modesto cop who lost leg in shootout attack returns to the job
Officer Michael Rokaitis, who nearly lost his life when shot twice in the line of duty in August 2021, returned to work Monday after more than a year of recovery.
Suspect in fatal machete attack in Rancho Cordova has lengthy criminal history
Court records reveal that James Hall, the man accused of killing a Rancho Cordova bicyclist earlier this week has a lengthy criminal past.
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Sacramento Police responded to a collision involving a pedestrian
Police are advising travelers to use an alternative route.
Stockton Police investigating after woman dies from gunshot wounds en route to hospital
Stockton Police have opened a homicide investigation after a woman died from a gunshot wound.
Stockton Police open investigation after finding body in Calaveras River
The cause of death is unknown, pending an autopsy.
Nick Cannon hospitalized with pneumonia
Before his hospitalization, Cannon performed with his "Wild'N Out Live" tour on Thursday in New York City.
Sabonis scores 24, leads Kings' 123-96 rout of Clippers
Sabonis made both of his two 3-point attempts in the game and hit 2 of 3 free throws.
Football world wishes Pelé well as the Brazilian star remains in stable condition
Past and present soccer stars have been wishing Pelé well on social media as the Brazilian great's health condition remains stable, according to a hospital statement on Saturday.
Group caught while allegedly trying to steal Banksy mural in Ukraine
Authorities in Ukraine have detained a group of people who allegedly tried to steal a mural by renowned graffiti artist Banksy from the wall of a building that was damaged by Russian shelling.
LeBron James passes Magic Johnson on NBA's career assists list
LeBron James moved past Magic Johnson for sixth place on the NBA's all-time assists list as the Los Angeles Lakers took a hard-earned 133-129 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.
If you have the 'killer instinct needed to fight the real enemy,' you could be New York City's next 'rat czar'
New York City is recruiting a new "director of rodent mitigation" to rid the streets of its most notorious furry inhabitants.
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Marlee Ginter and Kristine Hanson discuss the seven-day forecast and headlines from the day.
Sacramento evening weather forecast: Dec. 3, 2022
Here's how the next seven days of weather are going to look.
Rain expected to for Sunday's California International Marathon
The California International Marathon is expected to continue amid rain showers hitting the area.
DOCO cancels holiday lighting event due to rain
The Sacramento region is being blanketed by rain and causing holiday events to be cancelled.
Saturday First Alert Weather forecast: 4 p.m.
Widespread rain is moving across the Sacramento region. Snow is blanketing the Sierra this afternoon.
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Spacewalkers continue solar power upgrade on space station
Josh Cassada and Frank Rubio float outside the space station to install the third of six new roll-out solar blankets.
Chaotic dance of merging galaxies captured in new Webb telescope image
The beautiful chaos of two merging galaxies shines in the latest image captured by the James Webb Space Telescope.
NASA managers thrilled with initial results of moon mission
After a spectacular lunar flyby, the Orion capsule is headed toward a distant orbit around the moon.
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Call Kurtis: A father's final wish was derailed by lost luggage
A Modesto teacher said she couldn't spread her dad's ashes in Europe after the airline lost her luggage — so she decided it was time to call Kurtis.
Viewers Call Kurtis to get help with towing refund
A Sacramento couple said their car was wrongfully towed while visiting family, and when they couldn't get a refund, they called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Viewers call Kurtis after losing solar for hottest months of the year: "I just want it fixed"
Viewers in El Dorado County say their solar company ignored them, right before their warranty was up. They decided to Call Kurtis to investigate.
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Sabonis scores 24, leads Kings' 123-96 rout of Clippers
Sabonis made both of his two 3-point attempts in the game and hit 2 of 3 free throws.
Football world wishes Pelé well as the Brazilian star remains in stable condition
Past and present soccer stars have been wishing Pelé well on social media as the Brazilian great's health condition remains stable, according to a hospital statement on Saturday.
LeBron James passes Magic Johnson on NBA's career assists list
LeBron James moved past Magic Johnson for sixth place on the NBA's all-time assists list as the Los Angeles Lakers took a hard-earned 133-129 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Sacramento State football star drawing on inspiration from NFL legend to help other players
A Sacramento State football star is using an NFL hall-of-famer for inspiration in a new way.
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
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Both sides see high stakes in gay rights Supreme Court case
The Supreme Court is being warned about the potentially dire consequences of a case next week involving a Christian graphic artist who objects to designing wedding websites for same-sex couples.
Sacramento could become first in the country to add city council youth liaison
Sacramento may become the first city in the country to add a new seat to its city council dias for a youth liaison.
Local Rabbi reacts to Kanye's comments about Hitler and Jews
Kanye's behavior has prompted many to ask: Is this the result of mental illness, or is it anti-semitism? We reached out to a local rabbi for her take.
GOP's Duarte takes California Central Valley US House seat
Republican John Duarte defeated Democrat Adam Gray on Friday in a new California U.S. House district in the Central Valley farm belt that produced the closest congressional contest in the state this year.
Trump knew about company's alleged tax fraud scheme, prosecutor says
The prosecution rested its case, but first got permission to tell jurors a fraudulent practice "was known to Mr. Trump"
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Football world wishes Pelé well as the Brazilian star remains in stable condition
Past and present soccer stars have been wishing Pelé well on social media as the Brazilian great's health condition remains stable, according to a hospital statement on Saturday.
Group caught while allegedly trying to steal Banksy mural in Ukraine
Authorities in Ukraine have detained a group of people who allegedly tried to steal a mural by renowned graffiti artist Banksy from the wall of a building that was damaged by Russian shelling.
If you have the 'killer instinct needed to fight the real enemy,' you could be New York City's next 'rat czar'
New York City is recruiting a new "director of rodent mitigation" to rid the streets of its most notorious furry inhabitants.
'Rogue wave' kills American woman, injures four on Antarctic cruise
One passenger was killed and four injured when a "rogue wave" hit their cruise ship during a storm earlier this week.
Concealed bundles, sophisticated tunnels: How fentanyl crosses the border
There are new battles at the U.S.-Mexico border over the most dangerous narcotic law enforcement has ever seen.
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Nick Cannon hospitalized with pneumonia
Before his hospitalization, Cannon performed with his "Wild'N Out Live" tour on Thursday in New York City.
Yes, the viral "Cocaine Bear" movie is based on a true story (kind of)
The story is indeed based on the true story of a bear who overdosed on cocaine in the 1980s.
Pepsi and milk? Lindsay Lohan encourages you to try "pilk"
Pepsi featured the actress in a campaign with the hashtag #PilkandCookies encouraging people to try the mix.
Brad William Henke, actor known for "Orange is the New Black," dies at 56
Henke was a professional football player prior to becoming an actor, playing for the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV.
"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
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China signals possible shift from "zero-COVID" policy after protests
Days after the most significant protests the ruling Communist Party has faced in decades, a senior health official heralded "a new situation," and 2 megacities eased restrictions.
Drug, alcohol deaths increasing among US adults 65 and older, CDC data shows
Deaths related to drug misuse and alcohol abuse appear to be on the rise among older adults in the United States, similar to the recent increases seen among younger adults, according to two new reports from the CDC.
FDA likely to end blanket ban on sexually active gay men donating blood
Under current federal rules, men cannot donate blood if they have had sex with another man in the last three months.
Toddler sippy cups sold nationwide pose lead-poisoning risk
Green Sprouts recall is sixth in November involving child products containing the toxic substance banned decades ago.
Health officials gear up for post-holiday surge of respiratory illnesses
A potential perfect storm of three viruses: COVID-19, the flu and RSV.
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"Nothing they can do about it": Homeless, shoplifters blamed for Big Lots closing in Citrus Heights
Big Lots is raising big concerns in Citrus Heights as word got out that the store is closing up shop.
Experts warn of high interest rates on credit cards amid holiday shopping season
Financial experts are warning consumers about credit card debt amid the holiday shopping season. With the combination of inflation and high interest rates, going into debt is the last thing you want to do.
Report: California gun data breach was "unintentional and not connected to any nefarious purpose"
California's Department of Justice mistakenly posted the names, addresses and birthdays of nearly 200,000 gun owners on the internet because officials didn't follow policies or understand how to operate their website, according to an investigation released Wednesday.
More than 70 water agencies in California could face water shortages in the coming months, state report shows
Nearly 20% of California's urban water agencies reported they could see significant water shortages in the coming months as the state braces for a potential fourth consecutive year of drought.
Big tobacco tries to stop California flavored tobacco ban
R.J. Reynolds and other tobacco companies filed a request Tuesday asking the U.S. Supreme Court to impose an emergency order to stop California from enforcing a ban on flavored tobacco products that was overwhelmingly approved by voters earlier this month.
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Watchdog groups: Hate speech dramatically surges on Twitter following Elon Musk takeover
The Center for Countering Digital Hate and Anti-Defamation League both said in reports that the volume of hate speech on Twitter has grown dramatically under Musk's stewardship.
"Nothing they can do about it": Homeless, shoplifters blamed for Big Lots closing in Citrus Heights
Big Lots is raising big concerns in Citrus Heights as word got out that the store is closing up shop.
More than 70 water agencies in California could face water shortages in the coming months, state report shows
Nearly 20% of California's urban water agencies reported they could see significant water shortages in the coming months as the state braces for a potential fourth consecutive year of drought.
Bad Bunny threepeats as Spotify's most-streamed artist in the world
Maybe the year of the rabbit came early -- Bad Bunny was Spotify's most-streamed artist worldwide in 2022, his third year in a row.
House passes legislation to avert rail shutdown
The House on Wednesday approved legislation to avert a rail shutdown following a grave warning from President Joe Biden about the economic danger posed by congressional inaction.
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Elk Grove Dog "Zeus" that bit three people, including a police officer, euthanized
The dog named "Zeus" which was declared dangerous by the city of Elk Grove, has been put down, despite desperate pleas from its owner.
Neighbors in Orangevale still on edge after alleged cat killer arrested, released
The suspect was arrested and released from the Sacramento County jail on Oct. 25.
Orangevale neighbors believe cat killer caught on camera connected to multiple brutal killings
Neighbors in Orangevale believe a cat killer is terrorizing furry friends in their community. They fear what -- or who -- might be the killer's next target.
San Francisco zoo announces arrival of new pygmy hippo
The San Francisco Zoo & Gardens on Friday announced the arrival of a pygmy hippopotamus, the first of its endangered species at the zoo since 2004.
National Park's Fat Bear Week has a 2022 winner
This is not 747's first big win. He also took the title in 2020.
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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.
Tapping tomatoes: Central Valley processors making drinking water from tomatoes
Usually, they're turned into products like tomato paste for use in ketchup and sauces. But this year, the processor is tapping into something else hidden inside: fresh drinking water.
California braces for another dry winter as Western drought drags on
The past three years have been California's driest on record, a streak unlikely to break this winter, state officials said Monday.
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.
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"The most exciting call I've ever taken": Sacramento-area dispatcher helps deliver Thanksgiving baby
"No call is routine." That's the case with police and firefighters, but it also applies to dispatchers. For one Sacramento-area dispatcher, a Thanksgiving shift turned into a special delivery that no one saw coming.
"It's uplifting": Stockton restaurant reopens after arsonist burned it down last year
Reborn from the ashes, a restaurant in Stockton opened its doors Friday after a fire closed them last year.
Blind Woodland woman living alone in rundown home gets home makeover from neighbors
Her neighbor, Paul Bridge, saw that she needed help, so he rounded up the community to fix it for free.
Fishermen attacked by sharks rescued 28 hours after boat sinks off Louisiana Coast
"I took my two thumbs and jabbed him (the shark) in the eyes, and he took off," one man said.
Medicare premiums will drop next year. Here are the savings.
For the first time in a decade, seniors will pay less next year on monthly premiums for Medicare's Part B plan.