Fast-Moving Calaveras County Fire Burns Homes, Sends Residents Fleeing
A fast-moving grass fire barely gave three people, including a woman in a wheelchair, time to escape their homes.
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A fast-moving grass fire barely gave three people, including a woman in a wheelchair, time to escape their homes.
A large cockfighting ring was busted up at a ranch in Calaveras County after neighbors noticed vehicles flocking to the home over the weekend.
A 69-year-old woman was kidnapped by a 71-year-old woman and her daughter, who were after her prescription drugs, authorities said.
A hotel that's seen much better days will get a much-needed makeover, and everyone in this small Calaveras County town will pitch in to help.
A local county is seeing a dramatic rise in burglaries, and now the sheriff is a victim.
Authorities say a sheriff's deputy in the Northern California county of Calaveras shot and killed a man who was waving and firing a gun and had pointed it at the deputy.
An armed suspect has been shot and killed by a Calaveras County Sheriff's deputy in the town of Arnold, according to officials.
Crews were back searching a piece of property in Calaveras County in connection with the "Speed Freak Killers" case.
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Department has serious concerns about the safety and security in transporting a serial killer to help with a search for victims' remains, but the parole agent who met with him says it can all be done safely.
Investigators have been digging in a Calaveras County ravine all day Friday in hopes of locating victims of the serial killing duo "Speed Freak Killers."
Law enforcement officials met in French Camp on Friday morning and agreed to continue the search for victims' bodies in the "Speed Freak Killers" case with the assistance of one of the murderers.
Known, as one of the Tuscan wines, the Barberas of the Sierra Nevada and Central Valley are created in landscapes reminiscent of Italian Piedmont region. Travel to these varied wineries for a taste of some of the best Barberas in California.
Ten wildfires burning in El Dorado County are all expected to be contained by Saturday, according to CAL FIRE.
A Calaveras County man sent a letter to the FBI threatening to burn his house down in an attempt to gain attention to his foreclosure proceedings.
Striking it rich was what brought many to this region starting in the mid 19th century. 162 years later seekers of riches now know it is the fermented liquid of crushed grapes that puts Calaveras County on the map of exploration for wine lovers of all levels.
Someone is causing a serious traffic hazard in Calaveras County by placing heavy debris on roadways, causing at least two accidents so far, authorities said.
Fire officials say a wildfire that had come close to some homes in the Calaveras County community of Mountain Ranch is now 40 percent contained.
Calaveras County is having trouble giving away free water and it's costing them nearly $200,000 dollars a year.
Light winds and a break from the usual summer heat are helping fire crews gain control of an 83-acre wildfire that forced the temporary evacuation of three homes in the Sierra foothills of Northern California.
Fire crews continue to battle an 80 acre wildfire burning in the hills above San Andreas.
Murphys, CA, a Calaveras County gold rush era town, has evolved into a modern tourist destination that is home to wineries, boutique shops, incredible restaurants and an impressive art and theatre scene.
The 26-year-old victim was swimming at New Hogan Lake at around 3 p.m. when he reportedly went under and never resurfaced.
As the nation is marking the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, a small town in Northern California is being remembered for its involvement in that war.
A gas leak has forced the evacuation of an assisted living facility in the Calaveras County town of San Andreas.
A northern California town is literally digging for clues about what happened to some missing money. Deep inside a crawl space beneath city hall in Angels Camp, there's a mystery involving tens of thousands of dollars.
An assault in Midtown Sacramento on Halloween weekend has now become a homicide investigation after the victim died weeks later from his injuries, officials said Monday.
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for low lying parts of the Bay Area ahead of expected King Tides at the start of 2026.
An investigation is underway at Lake Natoma near Sacramento after the body of a man was recovered late Monday morning.
A scooter rider has died after being struck by a vehicle in Sacramento County on Monday morning, authorities say.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
It is a rush to get home after a busy week of holiday travel for millions of Americans.
An assault in Midtown Sacramento on Halloween weekend has now become a homicide investigation after the victim died weeks later from his injuries, officials said Monday.
A Mammoth Mountain ski patroller has died after he was caught in an avalanche while doing mitigation work on Friday, the resort said.
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for low lying parts of the Bay Area ahead of expected King Tides at the start of 2026.
An investigation is underway at Lake Natoma near Sacramento after the body of a man was recovered late Monday morning.
An assault in Midtown Sacramento on Halloween weekend has now become a homicide investigation after the victim died weeks later from his injuries, officials said Monday.
Sacramento police said a driver who was spotted going at a high rate of speed was seriously injured after crashing into another vehicle.
Checking out the holiday lights in Sacramento's Fab 40s neighborhood is an annual Christmas tradition. It can sometimes cause big traffic jams, but this year, there's a new traffic twist thanks to some mysterious signs.
Crew members of flight 2026 reported a bird strike not long after the flight took off from the Sacramento airport, Alaska Airlines said on Tuesday.
Among the photos are familiar names like Copeland's Sports and the Waldenbooks store. Visitors will also find vintage clothing and accessories, including limited-edition Hello Kitty overalls and old shopping bags from a time before online shopping existed.
A Mammoth Mountain ski patroller has died after he was caught in an avalanche while doing mitigation work on Friday, the resort said.
A California Highway Patrol task force this month arrested 13 people and recovered over $800,000 in stolen merchandise in connection with an organized retail theft ring that operated across Northern California.
Pacific Grove police identified the missing swimmer as a 55-year-old Monterey County woman and said that search efforts were suspended on Monday.
California's commercial Dungeness crab season is set to open on January 5 with limits on the number of commercial traps because of the risk of humpback whale entanglements, authorities said Friday.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
Luka Doncic scored 34, LeBron James had 24 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped their three-game losing streak with a 125-101 win over the Sacramento Kings.
Brock Purdy threw a 38-yard touchdown pass to Jauan Jennings with 2:15 to play, and the San Francisco 49ers forced an incomplete pass on the final play from the 2 to beat the Chicago Bears 42-38 and set up a Week 18 showdown for the top seed in the NFC.
Russell Westbrook scored 21 points and moved past Magic Johnson for seventh place on the NBA's career assists list while leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
The Las Vegas Raiders have decided to bench defensive end Maxx Crosby for Sunday's home game against the New York Giants in a matchup of teams with the NFL's worst records.
Left fielder Tyler Soderstrom and the Athletics have agreed to an $86 million, seven-year contract, according to a person with knowledge of the negotiations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
The U.S. announced a $2 billion pledge for U.N. humanitarian aid as the Trump administration continues to slash U.S. foreign assistance and warns United Nations agencies to "adapt, shrink or die" in a time of new financial realities.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
A steady stretch of nonstop fog over the last couple of weeks isn't just dampening moods, it may be taking a toll on physical health as well.
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
The plan is to embed street medicine training directly into residency programs across multiple hospitals.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
This weekend, Placer County is hosting its annual Sip Into Spring event, offering free or discounted tastings at more than 20 wineries along what's known as the Placer Wine Trail.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large corporations, retailers and fast-food chains for 24 hours.
San Joaquin County's retail theft reporting app has only been around for six months and is already bringing a sense of calmness to local business owners.
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill popular bills by not voting.
This year-long investigation by CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts examines the many components of California's new tougher-on-crime law.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The California Highway Patrol captain accused of workers' compensation fraud was the commander in charge of the fatal Mahaney Park shootout in Roseville, three officers who worked under him at the time of the shootout said.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team devised an idea on how to lower what consumers owe on their credit cards -- and it begins with a simple phone call.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
More than two dozen structures were destroyed in a wildfire in the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.
Clean-up has started in Chinese Camp after the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire ripped through the Gold Rush town earlier this month.
The fires burning in Calaveras and Tuolumne County caused air quality officials to issue a smoke advisory, warning people that the air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The TCU Lightning Complex fires have burned nearly 14,000 acres in Central California, but in a Saturday update, Cal Fire said containment was at 42%.
A vegetation fire near El Dorado Hills broke out on Labor Day, quickly growing in size and prompting evacuations, officials said.
A Sacramento County dog picked up thousands of miles from home after he went missing five years ago was reunited with his family on Wednesday.
What started as a suspicious circumstances call for Rancho Cordova police ended with a newborn surprise.
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
A Sacramento-area middle school history and English teacher is in the running to win big as America's Favorite Teacher, a title her students think she is more than worthy of being awarded.
Junior Romello Bruhn of Woodland Christian High School is closer than ever to scoring 3,000 career points, something only 13 high school athletes have accomplished in California state history.
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting this last week of the year.
Our produce man Michael Marks has all the best deals in seasonal fruits and veggies.
A man died and a woman was wounded in a shooting near Stockton Sunday evening, authorities said.
It is a rush to get home after a busy week of holiday travel for millions of Americans. Travelers braced for long lines at TSA and bag checks but were pleasantly surprised by what they discovered at airports this holiday season.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.