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.
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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.
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.
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?
Visa to start categorizing gun shop sales separately
Visa said it would adopt the International Organization for Standardization's new merchant code for gun sales, which was announced on Friday.
The trailer for the new season of 'The Mandalorian'" has arrived
The new season starts streaming in 2023 on Disney+.
Consumers spent big on having fun in 2021
American consumers splurged in 2021, shelling out an average of $3,568 on entertainment.
Lights left on in downtown Sacramento buildings overnight as Californians asked to conserve
Not everyone is heeding the call for power conservation.
Rents are starting to come down, but the trend may not hold
Rents are starting to come down after spiking to record levels this past summer, but experts are uncertain if the slowdown will continue.
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Live Updates: Ian strengthens into hurricane again as it threatens South Carolina
Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm for a brief period of time.
California bars tech companies from complying with other states' abortion-related warrants
California is attempting to stymie abortion prosecutions in other states by making it illegal for Silicon Valley giants and other businesses based in the Golden State to hand over the personal information of abortion-seekers to out-of-state authorities.
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.
1 hurt in shooting at Rancho Cordova apartment; suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after a shooting at an apartment complex in Rancho Cordova late Thursday morning.
Dramatic photos show Ian's widespread damage across Florida
Authorities were still assessing the situation across Florida, but these stunning photos offer a glimpse of the damage Floridians woke up on Thursday.
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Tom Hanks set to release debut novel, "The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece," next year
The Oscar winner and former Sacramento State student's debut novel will be up for sale in bookstores next May.
Man dead after shooting in Oak Park neighborhood of Sacramento
An investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed in the Oak Park neighborhood Tuesday morning.
2 killed in shooting at South Natomas apartment complex
A violent night in Sacramento has police investigating two separate homicide scenes.
Sacramento-based Libertarian group sues to block student debt cancellation
A libertarian group in California filed a legal challenge to President Joe Biden's plan for student debt cancellation on Tuesday, calling it an illegal overreach that would increase state tax burdens for some Americans who get their debt forgiven.
Chase suspect crashes into Midtown Sacramento yard
A search is on for the driver who led authorities on a chase before crashing into the front yard of a home in midtown Sacramento late Sunday night.
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California bars tech companies from complying with other states' abortion-related warrants
California is attempting to stymie abortion prosecutions in other states by making it illegal for Silicon Valley giants and other businesses based in the Golden State to hand over the personal information of abortion-seekers to out-of-state authorities.
Governor Newsom signs legislation expanding union rights for farmworkers
Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday signed legislation expanding union rights for farmworkers.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs laws to that aim to boost California housing production
Two new laws in California would let developers build housing on that land and largely prevent revenue-hungry local governments from stopping them.
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.
Arnold Schwarzenegger visits Auschwitz in message against hatred
Film icon Arnold Schwarzenegger visited the site of the Auschwitz Nazi death camp on Wednesday, meeting a Holocaust survivor and the son of Holocaust survivors and saying it is time to "terminate" hatred.
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Pederson hits 2-run triple, Giants beat Rockies for 7th straight time
Joc Pederson had a two-run triple and the San Francisco Giants beat the Colorado Rockies 6-3 on Wednesday night to keep their slim playoff hopes alive.
Flag Football could soon come to California high schools
Flag Football could be added to the 2023-2024 activities list for high schools.
California eyes making girls flag football a school sport
The number of girls playing flag football in U.S. high schools doubled to 11,000 in the decade leading up to 2018-19, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations.
SF Giants legend Barry Bonds to throw out 1st pitch for Sacramento River Cats' season finale on Wednesday
Barry Bonds, the all-time leading home run hitter in baseball, is set to throw out the first pitch at Wednesday's Sacramento River Cats game.
Jo Adell's 8th-inning RBI sends Angels past Athletics, 4-3
Jo Adell drove in Matt Duffy with a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning, Shohei Ohtani extended his hitting streak to a career-best 12 games, and the Los Angeles Angels opened their final homestand of the season with a 4-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.
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California bars tech companies from complying with other states' abortion-related warrants
California is attempting to stymie abortion prosecutions in other states by making it illegal for Silicon Valley giants and other businesses based in the Golden State to hand over the personal information of abortion-seekers to out-of-state authorities.
Select committee formed to investigate deadly fentanyl crisis in California
California will investigate the police and public health response to the deadly opioid crisis with a newly-formed bipartisan assembly committee, lawmakers announced Thursday.
Six GOP-led states suing Biden over student loan forgiveness
Six GOP-led states are suing the Biden administration to try and halt its plan to forgive student loan debt.
Biden administration kicks off student loan debt forgiveness process
The Biden administration on Thursday is kicking off its efforts toward forgiving student loan debt, sending updates on the process via email before the window to apply opens next month.
Governor Newsom signs legislation expanding union rights for farmworkers
Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday signed legislation expanding union rights for farmworkers.
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Select committee formed to investigate deadly fentanyl crisis in California
California will investigate the police and public health response to the deadly opioid crisis with a newly-formed bipartisan assembly committee, lawmakers announced Thursday.
Monkeypox vaccine appears to be working, but CDC still urges precautions
Early data, based on people who were eligible for the shots, found the unvaccinated are 14 times more likely to catch monkeypox.
California attorney general warns town against abortion ban
California Attorney General Rob Bonta threatened legal action against the Temecula City Council if they decided to override state law.
Could daily coffee help you live longer? New study suggests health benefits
Now there's scientific proof: coffee may be as good for your heart as it is for your soul.
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.
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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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False confessions: Why a conservative DA is urging law enforcement to stop lying to suspects
A new California law prohibits officers from using threats or lies to get a minor to confess to a crime. It faced opposition from law enforcement, but now a conservative district attorney is urging law enforcement to stop lying to all suspects due to an increased risk of false confessions.
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?
New law would require eliminate underreporting of school cyberattacks
Sierra College in Rocklin is asking all students to change their passwords after the school was hit again by hackers.
"We don't want to hear uncomfortable data": Revealing the Black graduation gap at CSU schools
As California State University students head back to school, data indicates overall graduation rates are up. But if you look past the public data, stubborn racial inequities remain on CSU campuses.
Man accused of dismembering senior had been released early from prison
The Placer County district attorney is demanding answers from CDCR about why the man arrested for killing and dismembering a 77-year-old woman had been released from prison after serving less than half his sentence.
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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.
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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Forest service seizes PG&E equipment as part of probe into Mosquito Fire
U.S. Forest Service officials indicated to PG&E that an initial assessment showed the Mosquito Fire started near one of its power lines on National Forest lands.
Mosquito Fire remains at 76,781 acres with 60% containment
The Mosquito Fir remains at 76,781 acres but containment has jumped to 85% as of Sunday evening. That's up 25% from earlier in the day.
California's wildfire activity is running below average this year. But experts warn it's not over
Wildfire activity in California has been notably low this year, experts tell CNN, particularly compared to 2020 and 2021 when devastating wildfires erupted across the state and burned millions of acres by the time summer ended.
PG&E sued by residents who allege the utility's equipment started the Mosquito Fire
PG&E is now being sued by a group of residents for allegedly starting the Mosquito Fire.
Rain Posing Problems For Mosquito Fire Burn Scar
Mosquito fire evacuees are slowly returning home as rain helps put an end to the wildfire, but what's next for neighbors?
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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.
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Former PG&E officials reach $117 million settlement over two wildfires
Former PG&E officials have reached a $117 million settlement over two California wildfires.
Mental health professionals will soon assist Modesto officers with calls
The Mobile Crisis team will soon assist Modesto police with certain calls.
Sacramento city leaders launch effort to encourage more affordable housing
Accessory Dwelling Units slowly becoming the answer to California's housing crisis.
Hurricane Ian: Red Ross has sent 100s of units of blood to Florida as a preventative measure
The Red Cross has sent type-O blood to Florida as a preventative measure.
"We don't want to hear uncomfortable data": Revealing the Black graduation gap at CSU schools
As California State University students head back to school, data indicates that overall graduation rates are up. But stubborn racial inequities remain on CSU campuses. In partnership with the non-profit newsroom CalMatters, CBS California is taking a closer look at the graduation equity gaps on Cal State campuses. CSU has an ambitious 2025 goal of eliminating the graduation rate gap between so-called "underrepresented minorities" and other races. The problem: the way CSU bundles so-called underrepresented minorities to track those achievement goals statistically ignores how the system is failing some Black students.