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Stockton residents asked to remain vigilant as police search for possible serial killer
As investigators in Stockton continue searching for a serial killer, loved ones are demanding answers.
Lawmaker hopes decriminalizing safe jaywalking will reduce confrontations involving police
In California, it will soon be no crime to cross the street, no matter what color the signal says.
6 months after mass shooting, City of Sacramento names "Nighttime Economy Manager" to help reduce downtown violence
Sacramento city leaders announced a newly created position, Nighttime Economy Manager, 6 months after the city's worst mass shooting in history, sparked by two rival gangs in April 2022.
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Stockton leaders release more information about potential serial killer
The Stockton Police Chief, Mayor of Stockton, and City manager spoke out earlier this afternoon announcing a person of interest in connection with the serial killings.
Jury finds Mexican telenovela star Pablo Lyle guilty of manslaughter
Mexican telenovela actor Pablo Lyle has been found guilty of manslaughter by a Miami jury.
Poll reveals struggles of Sacramento-area families
A new poll shows a staggering percentage of people living in the capital region struggle to make ends meet.
Front Street Animal Shelter at capacity, waives pet adoption fees through October 7
The Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacramento is making it a little easier to adopt a pet.
Linden's Aaron Judge hits 62nd home run, breaks AL single-season home run record
San Joaquin County native Aaron Judge hit home run 62 of the season Tuesday, breaking Roger Maris' American League single-season home run record.
Person of interest in Merced County kidnapping of 4 taken into custody
Authorities are still searching for the family.
Health officials warn severe flu season is coming, urge vaccinations
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
Person of interest caught on video in case of possible Stockton serial killer
Investigators have used ballistic evidence and other similarities – including when the victims were killed and how – to connect the crimes.
Sheriff: Baby among 4 family members kidnapped in Central California
The sheriff said the kidnapper took the family from a business in the city of Merced, but that he has made no ransom demands or contact of any kind.
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Poll reveals struggles of Sacramento-area families
A new poll shows a staggering percentage of people living in the capital region are concerned about how they are going to make ends meet.
Preparations for Aftershock underway in Discovery Park
Last year, the four-day festival drew in 145,000 fans. This year's bands include KISS, Muse, Evanescense, and Stone Temple Pilots.
Why are holiday meals costing more this year?
A Thanksgiving dinner will cost more this year. Bird flu and inflation are to blame.
New state law aims to reduce accidental police shootings
The new law, just signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, orders law enforcement officers in the state to wear their stun guns on the opposite side as their service weapon.
Stockton police release video of possible Stockton serial killer
Today’s press conference announced that local police and surrounding agencies are working to catch the potential serial killer. A task force has been set up to do that, and additional technology is now online that will match ballistic evidence to crimes. Stockton police also revealed video evidence of the person who may be connected to these crimes
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Spiral galaxy captured in 'unprecedented detail' by Webb telescope
A dazzling spiral galaxy located 29 million light-years from Earth appears in "unprecedented detail" in a new image released by NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
NASA probe crashes into asteroid in planetary defense test
The 14,000-mph impact is designed to test whether a future threatening asteroid can be nudged off course.
NASA spacecraft is about to hit an asteroid "head-on" at 15,000 mph
The DART spacecraft is set to purposely crash into an asteroid — a test for a potential real threat far in the future.
How to watch Jupiter make its closest approach to Earth in decades
Stargazers can get the view of a lifetime on Monday night as Jupiter makes its closest approach to Earth since 1963.
U.S. spy satellite launched into orbit from California
This was the 387th flight of a Delta rocket since 1960 and the 95th and final launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
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.
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Pre-authorization hold keeps Elk Grove teen from buying school supplies
When an Elk Grove teen got stuck without his money after using his debit card at the gas pump, it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis: Amazon seller sending returned items to Vacaville couple's home
When packages addressed to Expedia kept showing up at a Vacaville viewer's home and he couldn't get them to stop, they called me to investigate.
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.
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Linden's Aaron Judge hits 62nd home run, breaks AL single-season home run record
San Joaquin County native Aaron Judge hit home run 62 of the season Tuesday, breaking Roger Maris' American League single-season home run record.
Streaker tackled by Rams linebacker during game against 49ers
Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner hit-sticked a streaker that managed to get away from security a pink smoke grenade.
49ers use defense, Deebo Samuel to beat Rams, 24-9
Deebo Samuel turned a short catch into an electric 57-yard touchdown, Talanoa Hufanga returned an interception for a score and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 24-9.
Abuse in women's pro soccer league was systemic, report says
Five of the 10 head coaches in the National Women's Soccer League last season either were fired or stepped down amid allegations of misconduct.
Sacramento's new pro football team delayed as league pushes back its debut
Sacramento's next attempt at fielding a pro football team has been pushed back until next year.
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The Onion files a (real) Supreme Court brief in defense of parody
The court filing doesn't entirely keep a straight face, calling the Supreme Court "total Latin dorks."
U.S. falls 80% short of 2022 refugee admissions target
The U.S. resettled roughly 25,400 refugees in fiscal year 2022, using only 20% of the 125,000 refugee spots President Biden allocated, data obtained by CBS News show.
Supreme Court will hear social media terrorism lawsuits
One of the cases involves Nohemi Gonzalez, a 23-year-old U.S. citizen killed in Paris in the 2015 ISIS attacks.
Supreme Court rejects challenges to bump stock ban
The Supreme Court says it won't take up two cases that involved challenges to a ban enacted during the Trump administration on bump stocks.
You will soon be able to jaywalk ticket-free in California
Californians will soon be able to cross the street outside of a formal intersection without being ticketed -- as long as it's safe to do so.
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Health officials warn severe flu season is coming, urge vaccinations
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
Kanye West faces backlash for wearing "White Lives Matter" shirt
Alongside him was conservative commentator Candace Owens, who wore the same shirt in white.
CDC drops COVID-19 travel notices for individual countries
Agency will only post a travel notice if a new coronavirus variant alters its health recommendations for any countries.
Musk proposes going ahead with $44 billion Twitter purchase
Tesla CEO had faced long odds of convincing a court to let him walk away from his $44 billion acquisition.
The Onion files a (real) Supreme Court brief in defense of parody
The court filing doesn't entirely keep a straight face, calling the Supreme Court "total Latin dorks."
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Kanye West faces backlash for wearing "White Lives Matter" shirt
Alongside him was conservative commentator Candace Owens, who wore the same shirt in white.
Loretta Lynn, coal miner's daughter and country queen, dies
Loretta Lynn, the Kentucky coal miner's daughter whose frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music, has died. She was 90.
Kim Kardashian to pay $1.26 million to SEC in crypto settlement
Kardashian is paying the settlement without admitting to or denying the SEC's findings, the agency said.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
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Health officials warn severe flu season is coming, urge vaccinations
Health officials are worried about a false sense of security after two milder flu seasons due to COVID precautions.
CDC drops COVID-19 travel notices for individual countries
Agency will only post a travel notice if a new coronavirus variant alters its health recommendations for any countries.
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa diagnosed with concussion, flies back to Miami
The Dolphins said he was conscious and had movement in all of his extremities. He was discharged from the hospital Thursday night and flew back to Miami with the team.
Mobile events aim to reverse dip in breast cancer screening rates
Within the last two years, breast cancer screening rates have dropped dramatically. Experts worry they are not reaching those who may need it most in under-served communities.
FDA approves ALS drug with study partly funded by Ice Bucket Challenge
There's still some uncertainty about the drug's efficacy.
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Placer Sheriff warns about phone scam where caller is impersonating sergeant
A local sheriff's department is warning residents about scammers who are impersonating sergeants in calls.
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.
California to add wine, liquor bottles to recycling program
California will add wine and liquor bottles to its recycling rebate program under a law taking effect in July 2024.
Pre-authorization hold keeps Elk Grove teen from buying school supplies
When an Elk Grove teen got stuck without his money after using his debit card at the gas pump, it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis: Amazon seller sending returned items to Vacaville couple's home
When packages addressed to Expedia kept showing up at a Vacaville viewer's home and he couldn't get them to stop, they called me to investigate.
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These executives are asking their staff to work less for the same money. Will it pay off?
It wasn't hard for Samantha Losey, managing director of Unity, a public relations firm in London, to convince her team to work fewer hours for the same paycheck. But it was an uphill battle to persuade her own board to join the world's biggest pilot of the four-day work week.
Where to get deals on National Coffee Day
Thursday is National Coffee Day and some national chains and local shops are offering deals to celebrate the day.
California growers get federal funding for eco-friendly farming
The US Department of Agricultures "Climate Smart Commodities Program," is allocating a total of $130 million dollars in federal money to California farmers to lessen their impact on the climate, including lowering water usage and carbon emissions.
Study: Caring for our pets is part of the climate problem
What do Barkley and Whiskers have to do with our warming planet? It's the products we buy for them that need a closer look.
Apple Hill welcomes fall visitors, navigates challenges
Threats of wildfires and extreme weather are some of the challenges El Dorado County growers have dealt with in recent years.
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Front Street Animal Shelter at capacity, waives pet adoption fees through October 7
The Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacramento is making it a little easier to adopt a pet.
Study: Caring for our pets is part of the climate problem
What do Barkley and Whiskers have to do with our warming planet? It's the products we buy for them that need a closer look.
13 malnourished dogs rescued from boarding business in Oregon
Animal control officers rescued 13 malnourished dogs from a pet grooming and boarding business in Grants Pass on Wednesday, according to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office.
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.
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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.
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
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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.
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.