More than 200 dead after Congo floods, officials say
It was not possible to evaluate the full extent of the human losses and material damage, officials told local media.
Africa
What to know as Kamala Harris kicks off her 3-nation Africa tour
Harris opened her visit in Ghana, announcing $100 million in support for a handful of nations to address security, governance and development issues.
"Great hope" as Uganda's Ebola outbreak is officially declared over
Officials are lauding the country's response to the latest outbreak of the deadly virus, but some say delays meant missed opportunities to test potential vaccines.
"Unprecedented rise in cholera" forces "last-resort" vaccine policy
As "floods, droughts, conflict" and other factors make out breaks "more numerous, more widespread and more severe," officials shift to a one-dose strategy.
Trail of slime leads customs officials to stash of 93 giant snails
"Never in the history of the Duesseldorf customs office has a trail of slime led us to smuggled goods," a spokesman said.
Fire at Coptic church in Cairo kills 41 and injures 14
Egypt's Coptic Church says a fire at a Cairo church has killed at least 41 people and injured at least 14 others.
Travis Air Force Base Crews Land In Africa To Deliver Cyclone Aid
Members of the 21st Airlift Squadron from Travis Air Force Base are in Djibouti, providing much needed Cyclone Idai relief efforts.
New Ebola Cases In Central African City Prompt Fears Virus Is Surging
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has entered a "new phase" after it spread to a large city, the country's health minister, Dr. Oly Ilunga Kalenga, said Wednesday.
Trump Privately Defends Vulgar Comments After Partial Public Denial
President Donald Trump offered a partial denial in public but privately defended his extraordinary remarks disparaging Haitians and African countries.
5 Most Extreme White Water Rafting Locations
A profile of five of the most extreme whitewater rafting locations in the world
5 Largest Animal Sanctuaries In The World
A look at five of the world's largest protected areas
An Epidemic: Top 10 Outbreaks In U.S. History
Throughout the years, epidemics and plagues have shaken up societies and cultures around the world.
The Ebola Outbreak: What Every American Needs To Know
The recent outbreak of the Ebola virus in Africa has begun attracting attention in the U.S. for good reason.
The World's Biggest Ship Graveyard
Nouadhibou is an African sea town, whose shores serve as the final resting place for more than 300 ships. The rusted hulks that litter its coastal waters are considered an eyesore by many (go figure), but they've brought some unexpected benefits to the local community as well.
Sacramento Resident To Be Honored By Pres. Obama For Helping Rwanda Rebuild
Sac State University professor, whose family was wiped out in Rwanda, is being honored by President Obama for her efforts to rebuild Rwanda.
The Nakate Project: Fashion for a Cause
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2 of Trump's lawyers resigned after he was indicted
Attorneys Jim Trusty and John Rowley said in a statement they will no longer represent him in the indicted case, nor will they represent him in the Jan. 6 investigation.
The story behind Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Many Americans will be marking Juneteenth this month.
Unsealed Trump indictment details DOJ charges: Read full text here
The indictment alleges the former president "endeavored to obstruct the FBI and grand jury investigations and conceal retention of classified documents." Read the 44-page indictment here.
Car-dependent California seeks to follow New York's lead and save public transit
California's transit agencies are asking Democrats who control the state's government to rescue them like Democrats in New York recently did.
Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
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2 of Trump's lawyers resigned after he was indicted
Attorneys Jim Trusty and John Rowley said in a statement they will no longer represent him in the indicted case, nor will they represent him in the Jan. 6 investigation.
The story behind Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Many Americans will be marking Juneteenth this month.
Unsealed Trump indictment details DOJ charges: Read full text here
The indictment alleges the former president "endeavored to obstruct the FBI and grand jury investigations and conceal retention of classified documents." Read the 44-page indictment here.
Car-dependent California seeks to follow New York's lead and save public transit
California's transit agencies are asking Democrats who control the state's government to rescue them like Democrats in New York recently did.
Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
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Construction confusion: Barriers will divide part of Highway 50 in Sacramento starting Friday morning - what you need to know
Your morning commute will look different starting Friday if you travel through Downtown Sacramento using Highway 50 headed West.
District: Group of students behind fake profile, threats made against Sutter Middle School
An investigation has found that a small group of students has been behind the threats made against Sutter Middle School recently.
"It's frightening": Disabled Sacramento woman, 91, in battle with city over $3K water bill
A 91-year-old disabled Sacramento woman is in a battle with city hall over a big bill.
VIDEO: 2 suspects sought after starting fire at Sacramento business
Arson investigators are looking to identify two suspects accused of throwing flammable fluid inside a Sacramento business that has not yet opened.
Sacramento organization will rally to raise awareness about ongoing war in Ukraine
Their message was made more pressing following the destruction of a dam in the southern region of that war-torn country. The organization usually meets once a month, but because of the dam, they wanted to get their message out faster.
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Car-dependent California seeks to follow New York's lead and save public transit
California's transit agencies are asking Democrats who control the state's government to rescue them like Democrats in New York recently did.
Whiskeytown Lake paddleboarder hitches ride on motorboat to catch suspected thieves
The paddleboarders say the suspects taunted them after stealing their things.
Tour spots at least 20 killer whales off San Francisco in unusual encounter
Roughly two dozen killer whales were spotted last month off the coast of San Francisco in an uncommonly large grouping of orcas for Northern California.
Nevada revisits Oakland Athletics stadium plan in special legislative session
The Nevada Legislature convened Wednesday for a special session to consider whether to provide $380 million in public financing for a stadium that would host the Oakland Athletics on the Las Vegas Strip.
Black workers at California Tesla factory allege rampant racism, seek class-action status
Tesla may face a class-action lawsuit after 240 Black factory workers in California described rampant racism and discrimination.
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With 3-run 9th, Giants beat Rockies for 11th straight time
Brandon Crawford had a pinch-hit RBI double to spark a three-run ninth and the Giants beat the Rockies for the 11th straight time, 6-4, on Thursday.
Nevada revisits Oakland Athletics stadium plan in special legislative session
The Nevada Legislature convened Wednesday for a special session to consider whether to provide $380 million in public financing for a stadium that would host the Oakland Athletics on the Las Vegas Strip.
Soccer great Lionel Messi says he's coming to Miami
Lionel Messi has pulled off his latest stunning feat: He is headed to Miami.
PGA Tour to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, ending "disruption"
The deal comes after LIV Golf had joined an antitrust suit against the PGA Tour, with the agreement ending all litigation between the groups.
Oakland Athletics move to Las Vegas in flux as Nevada Legislature adjourns
A plan to help build a stadium for the Oakland Athletics in Las Vegas is in flux after Nevada lawmakers adjourned their four-month legislative session.
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2 of Trump's lawyers resigned after he was indicted
Attorneys Jim Trusty and John Rowley said in a statement they will no longer represent him in the indicted case, nor will they represent him in the Jan. 6 investigation.
Unsealed Trump indictment details DOJ charges: Read full text here
The indictment alleges the former president "endeavored to obstruct the FBI and grand jury investigations and conceal retention of classified documents." Read the 44-page indictment here.
Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
What Donald Trump's latest indictment means for him—and for 2024
A federal indictment could have more serious implications for former President Trump's 2024 presidential run than the indictment brought against him by a New York grand jury in March, CBS News Political Director Fin Gómez said Thursday.
Donald Trump indicted in documents probe. Here's what we know so far.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
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Can AI be used to treat cancer patients? New study aims to find out
Researchers with UC Davis Health will soon find out if artificial intelligence can be used to help treat cancer patients. A new clinical study on ovarian cancer patients will use AI to see if the tool can improve patient care.
Using melatonin for sleep is on the rise, study says, despite potential health harms
More and more adults are taking over-the-counter melatonin to get to sleep, and some may be using it at dangerously high levels, a study has found.
How long you breastfeed may impact your child's test scores later, study shows
Whether children were breastfed as infants and for how long may have an impact on their test scores when they are adolescents, according to new research.
Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
"Monumental impact:" Chemo drug shortage pauses Sacramento patient's treatments as cancer grows
A local cancer patient is now patiently waiting as a nationwide shortage in chemotherapy drugs has halted his treatments.
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California lawmaker wants last year's baby formula shortage investigated for potential wrongdoing
Representative Josh Harder specifically wants to know if manufacturers — including Abbott Laboratories, which was at the center of the shortage — engaged in predatory practices to increase profits.
Call Kurtis: How do I activate a gas tax refund card I never received?
Viewers have been getting letters saying that they have to activate their gas tax rebate cards, which they say they never got. It was time to Call Kurtis to investigate.
Apple unveils sleek, $3,500 "Vision Pro" goggles. Will they be what VR has been looking for?
Apple has unveiled a long-rumored headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world, while also testing the technology trendsetter's ability to popularize new-fangled devices after others failed to capture the public's imagination.
Owners of 143,000 Lincoln SUVs warned to park outside due to fire risk
Ford, the parent company of Lincoln, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are warning owners of nearly 143,000 Lincoln MKC compact SUVs to park them outside and away from buildings and other vehicles because they could potentially catch fire, even when not running.
Condiment prices up for Memorial Day 2023
Food staple prices have calmed down, but condiments are way up.
CBS13 Investigations
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CBS13 Investigates: Rising cost of sexually violent predators in California
According to state data, there's an increasing number of sexually violent predators living in the community on conditional release, which is leading to increasing concerns and an increasing cost to taxpayers.
Elevated lead levels found in water at one in four California childcare sites tested
New data reveals that high levels of lead in drinking water were at a quarter of the childcare centers tested statewide.
Highway hazmat incidents more of a risk than on railways
When it comes to toxic transport in California, the highway may be more risky than the rail.
Should parents have the right to know about lead in school drinking water?
Should parents have the right to know if their child is exposed to lead in school drinking water? Many health advocates and parents say yes, but loopholes in existing California law may leave parents in the dark and kids at risk.
Lawmakers frustrated by lack of transparency from the California Department of Corrections, but vote down bill that would require more transparency
Democratic lawmakers voted down the bill, citing inmate privacy concerns, but voiced bipartisan frustration with secrecy and a lack of transparency from CDCR.
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Call Kurtis: Billed for Cable TV Without Ever Getting the Box!
When a South Lake Tahoe viewer found out she was getting billed for a TV service she says she never ordered, she called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Call Kurtis: How do I activate a gas tax refund card I never received?
Viewers have been getting letters saying that they have to activate their gas tax rebate cards, which they say they never got. It was time to Call Kurtis to investigate.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Why was an 8-year Navy veteran buried without military honors?
When Gary Pearson signed his enlistment papers in 1955, he wrote a blank check for his life to the U.S. Navy. But to get taps played at his funeral, and an American flag presented to his family, the honor guard needed proof of his service. It's something his family didn't have.
Call Kurtis: Help! I've been billed for the wrong end!
A Sacramento viewer said she went in for an endoscopy and was charged for a colonoscopy. It was time to call Kurtis to investigate.
Call Kurtis investigation reopened: Los Angeles silent in face of parking ticket problem
A Dixon viewer said he and his wife were having lunch in Vacaville when the City of Los Angeles wrote him a parking ticket. It was time for Kurtis Ming to reopen an investigation from more than a decade ago, and this isn't the first time CBS13 has returned to the issue. In fact, viewers have been calling Kurtis about this problem since 2006.
Wildfires
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Some Calaveras County residents propose tax hike to ensure fire stations are staffed
As we enter fire season, many rural counties across California are facing a big problem: they don't have enough firefighters and can't pay the ones they do have.
California insurance market rattled by withdrawal of major companies
Two insurance industry giants have pulled back from California's home insurance marketplace, saying that increasing wildfire risk and soaring construction costs have prompted them to stop writing new policies in the nation's most populous state.
Getting Answers: What does State Farm's updated insurance policy mean for Californians?
When State Farm recently announced it would not accept new home insurance policies in California, it sent a ripple effect throughout the market.
Judge says fire retardant drops are polluting streams but allows use to continue
A judge has ruled that the U.S. Forest Service can keep using chemical retardant to fight wildfires, despite finding that the practice pollutes streams in western states in violation of federal law.
Cal Fire working on reducing fire risk from the air
Cal Fire was down in Calaveras County Tuesday conducting a prescribed burn with an interesting piece of equipment not often seen.
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Natomas girl battling leukemia gets dream bedroom makeover
A little girl battling leukemia received the bedroom makeover of her dreams thanks to the Folsom-based nonprofit Sweet Dreams Foundation.
"Micro-premies" born 40 years ago reunite with medical team that delivered them in Sacramento
It was a birthday party to celebrate survival 40 years in the making.
Bobi, the world's oldest dog ever, celebrates 31st birthday
Bobi, a Portuguese pooch who was declared the world's oldest dog by Guinness World Records in February, just celebrated his 31st birthday.
"I can feel the beauty:" Young Afghan refugee uses new talent to prove there's beauty in the struggle
With no official training, the 16-year-old has embodied a centuries-old art form. He's developed a unique style of synthesizing Arabic, English, and Latin scripts—each with personal meaning.
'Little hero:' Boy stops Michigan school bus with ill driver
A seventh-grader in suburban Detroit is being hailed as a hero.
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Aircraft landed at the Auburn airport without wheels; investigation underway
Auburn police are investigating a downed aircraft at the Auburn airport.
Justice Department unseals Donald Trump indictment—and reveals the charges against him
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
Fatal crash on Highway 130 in Patterson causes partial closure
Part of Highway 130 has been shut down due to a deadly crash.
Garage fire in Rancho Cordova displaces 2
Two people have been displaced after a garage fire broke out, said authorities.
Morning headlines - 06/09/2023
The latest headlines from around the region this Friday morning.