Man dies in hospital after south Sacramento hit-and-run
The search is on for a driver who hit and killed a pedestrian in the south Sacramento area on Saturday night.
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CHP: Major delays caused on eastbound Bay Bridge after naked driver exits car, fires gun
Traffic was backed up on the Bay Bridge going eastbound Tuesday afternoon when a female driver got out of her car naked and fired a gun into the air, according to the CHP.
CHP cadets complete 5-mile run to State Capitol ahead of graduation
The 45-minute early morning run stopped at the Peace Officers Memorial to honor the 1,600 officers who died serving and protecting. They graduate Friday.
CHP officer stopped a mom from killing her child. He's among 10 given Medal of Valor.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom awarded the Medal of Valor to 10 California Highway Patrol officers, including one who saved a 4-year-old boy from being drowned by his own mother in Marysville in December 2021.
Are head-on collisions on the rise in Northern California?
In fewer than 24 hours, the California Highway Patrol investigated at least two deadly head-on collisions, either near or on Highway 99 this week.
Getting Answers: Are road rage shootings on the rise in California?
An Amazon truck driver died after being shot on a freeway in Lathrop. A 71-year-old woman was shot at while driving her car in Stockton. Though it's a motive so far only confirmed for one of these shootings, are road rage incidents involving guns on the rise?
CHP arrests driver in viral video yelling n-word at victims in Oakland road rage incident
A man involved in a road rage incident in which he was captured on video yelling racial slurs before crashing his vehicle has been arrested, the California Highway Patrol said Friday.
California Highway Patrol celebrates graduation of 9 new canine teams
The first canine class of 2023 completed months of rigorous training at the CHP Academy and is now set to serve across the state.
7 California officers charged with manslaughter in 2020 traffic stop death
A sergeant's bodycam video showed Edward Bronstein screaming "I can't breathe" while multiple officers restrained him during the arrest.
Raider legend Tim Brown coaches local youth at 22nd Football Mentor Mini Camp
Raider legend and Hall of Famer Tim Brown was coaching kids not just in football, but the game of life.
Blown-out windows, cracked windshields? Drivers warn others after driving on highways
Drivers traveling near Highway 65 and Interstate 80 in Roseville are warning others about possible road hazards after reports of cracked windshields and shattered windows.
Thomas O'Donnell, suspect in killing of CHP captain's husband, extradited from Sacramento to Kentucky
The suspected killer of a California Highway Patrol captain's husband has been released from Sacramento County jail and extradited to the Kentucky county where the killing happened.
Hospitalized CHP officer returns home after being hit by suspected drunk driver in October
A California Highway Patrol officer who has been hospitalized after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver in October will be at home with his family this Christmas.
Timeline of CHP Captain Julie Harding's death, her estranged husband's murder and a suspect's arrest
The two deaths and an arrest in Sacramento are the results of a months-long story that began when Michael Harding disappeared in September. Based on court documents, law enforcement records, and interviews with people who knew the estranged husband and wife, CBS13 has compiled a timeline of events.
Yuba-Sutter CHP Commander found shot dead outside Tennessee home months after husband's death
An investigation is underway into the shooting death of Yuba-Sutter California Highway Patrol Commander Julie Harding in Tennessee whose husband was also found dead after being reported missing in September.
Sacramento area sees hundreds of hit-and-runs monthly, CHP says
The Sacramento area sees hundreds of hit-and-runs monthly, according to the California Highway Patrol. Increased traffic since the start of the pandemic is just one reason why, but how are investigators handling the workload?
Driver in Fatal crash near Yuba City suspected of DUI
One person is dead and two people were injured over the weekend in a possible DUI crash in Sutter County.
Driver dies in head-on crash in Tracy Friday evening
Officials responded to incident on Tracy Boulevard near Grimes Road
California Highway Patrol officer critically injured after being hit
DUI driver arrested in early Sunday morning crash on Stockton Boulevard
Child hurt in Modesto hit-and-run
California Highway Patrol officials are searching for the driver involved.
CHP Officer Dragged By DUI Suspect's Vehicle
A California Highway Patrol officer was dragged by a suspect's vehicle after she attempted to drive away from the traffic stop.
Call Kurtis: Does CHP verify insurance at the scene of an accident?
When a Placerville car crash victim found out that the insurance information the other driver provided at the crash scene was bogus, they decided to Call Kurtis with a surprising discovery.
Exhausted California Highway Patrol Officer Goes On Literal Wild Goose Chase
Police are not sure how the goose got on the highway, but we are told that the goose is still on the loose.
CHP To Pay $4M Over Officer Who Shot His Wife, Her Boyfriend Before Shooting Himself
The California Highway Patrol has agreed to pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit that said the agency was responsible for an officer who killed his estranged wife, wounded her lover and then killed himself in Amador County back in 2018.
Woman, 34, Killed In Crash On Highway 160 In Sacramento River Delta
A crash involving a pickup truck in the Sacramento River Delta left a passenger dead early Sunday morning.
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California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's body returns to San Francisco on military flight
A military jet carrying the body of California U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein has landed in her hometown of San Francisco.
Senate passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, the Senate passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days. The bill will go to the president for his signature.
Student loan payments to resume Oct. 1 after pandemic pause
Millions of Americans must start repaying their federal student loans again in October, with monthly payments averaging hundreds of dollars.
The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
Freddie Freeman hits 59th double of season in Dodgers' 6-2 win over Giants
Freddie Freeman hit his 59th double of the season and scored on a three-run homer by J.D. Martinez, and the NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Friday night.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom, others react to passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein
News of her passing prompted remembrances and honors across the political aisle.
California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's body returns to San Francisco on military flight
A military jet carrying the body of California U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein has landed in her hometown of San Francisco.
Senate passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, the Senate passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days. The bill will go to the president for his signature.
Dianne Feinstein's trailblazing moments, accomplishments and "firsts"
Not only was Dianne Feinstein the longest-serving woman senator ever, she was the first from the state of California and was also San Francisco's first woman mayor.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
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The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
Brawl at Sacramento kickball game leaves man unconscious
A kickball game that was part of a Sacramento sport and social league ended in a violent brawl that left one person knocked unconscious.
Police beef up patrols in Old Sacramento to crack down on crime
Sacramento police are beefing up patrols in Old Sacramento in an effort to reduce crime that's impacting local store owners there.
"A role model to young women": California leaders reflect on Sen. Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Across the Golden State, many elected leaders are paying tribute to the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Dognappers take Frenchie out of Sacramento backyard
A south Natomas family is calling on thieves to return a beloved family member: a French Bulldog named Zeke.
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California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's body returns to San Francisco on military flight
A military jet carrying the body of California U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein has landed in her hometown of San Francisco.
The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
"A role model to young women": California leaders reflect on Sen. Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Across the Golden State, many elected leaders are paying tribute to the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Things to know about the Klamath River dam removal project, the largest in US history
The largest dam removal project in U.S. history is underway along the California-Oregon border. It's part of a larger trend to remove dams blocking the natural flow of rivers and streams. Here's what to know.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, others react to passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein
News of her passing prompted remembrances and honors across the political aisle.
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Freddie Freeman hits 59th double of season in Dodgers' 6-2 win over Giants
Freddie Freeman hit his 59th double of the season and scored on a three-run homer by J.D. Martinez, and the NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Friday night.
Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones arrested in protective order violation, authorities say
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones has been arrested on accusations of violating a domestic violence temporary protection order, authorities said.
San Francisco Giants fire manager Gabe Kapler with 3 games left in his 4th season
San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler has been fired after four seasons.
WWE's Charlotte Flair meets Sacramento fans before "Friday Night Smackdown" at Golden 1 Center
"Friday Night Smackdown" is back in Sacramento.
Ryan Noda's homer in 8th gives A's 2-1 win over AL Central champion Twins
Rookie Ryan Noda hit a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning and the Oakland Athletics held on for a 2-1 win against the AL Central champion Minnesota Twins on Thursday.
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California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's body returns to San Francisco on military flight
A military jet carrying the body of California U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein has landed in her hometown of San Francisco.
Senate passes 45-day funding bill to avert government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, the Senate passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days. The bill will go to the president for his signature.
The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
"A role model to young women": California leaders reflect on Sen. Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Across the Golden State, many elected leaders are paying tribute to the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, others react to passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein
News of her passing prompted remembrances and honors across the political aisle.
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75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
2023 Walk To End Alzheimer's kicks off Saturday in Sacramento
The Walk To End Alzheimer's in Sacramento kicks off Saturday morning. Its goal is to raise money to fight Alzheimer's and dementia.
EMS Memorial Bike Ride pedals across Northern California
A group of cyclists is making its way across Northern California this week to remember Emergency Medical Services personnel who have lost their lives.
After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
CVS Health pharmacists are being run ragged by insufficient staff and corporate quotas that jeopardize patient safety, protest organizers claim.
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Toys 'R' US to open stores across US, including at airports and cruise ships
The toy store's parent company announced an expansion of up to 24 flagship stores, as well as opening stores at airports and cruise ships.
"Way too high": California gas prices soar above $6 again
Gas prices are soaring to all-too-familiar levels. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded gas is more than $6 in California.
"Bienvenidos a Sacramento": Former TV journalist shines spotlight on Sacramento's Latino culture with Spanish podcast
A former TV journalist is shining the spotlight on Sacramento's rich Latino culture with the first-ever Spanish podcast in the capital city.
One Northern California city is now home to Tesla's 50,000th supercharger
Roseville is now home to a big green energy milestone. Tesla has placed its 50,000th supercharger in the city and it's hard to miss.
Heart health hack: Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
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A convicted fraudster was put in charge of California parolees, then he fraudulently used their identities in a $1 million COVID benefit scheme
Your tax dollars paid for a convicted fraudster to run a state-funded halfway house -- where he used stolen parolee identities to commit $1million worth of COVID-relief fraud.
Defense attorney for Placer County's first fentanyl murder charge ineligible to practice law
The defense attorney for the first fentanyl murder charge in Placer County is not eligible to practice law.
Roseville student pinned downed and handcuffed on campus - mom says school resource officer called it is "a misunderstanding" and blamed the school
"I thought he was safe at school. Instead, he was detained and handcuffed and humiliated in front of everybody."
D.A. Issues 30-Day Notice -- Homeless lawsuit against City of Sacramento likely.
The Sacramento County district attorney is set to sue the City of Sacramento over the downtown homeless crisis.
Will more "Sexually Violent Predators" get "transient release" due to lack of housing?
A Placer County judge is the latest to order "transient release" for a "Sexually Violent Predator" due to lack of housing. CBS News Sacramento has identified a spike in the number of sexually violent predators cleared for release into California communities. Now lawmakers are taking action.
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Call Kurtis Investigates: Woodland viewer sent to collections for online order she never got
Barbara Morton says her payment never went through for something she tried to buy online.
Call Kurtis: Blind and deaf Modesto senior loses life savings to check-washing scheme
A blind and deaf 87-year-old Modesto senior lost her life savings and blames her bank for it.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Placer County couple with baby scammed escaping Maui
A Lincoln couple vacationing in Maui with their baby says they were scammed trying to escape the island. It was time to call Kurtis to investigate.
Call Kurtis: How to save 50% or more on back-to-school shopping
You can get one-inch binders for a dollar. Twelve colored pencils, 24 crayons, or composition notebooks for 50 cents each. The Krazy Coupon Lady can keep you from overpaying on more than 80 back-to-school items.
Call Kurtis: Do I have an appendix?
A Roseville viewer says a recent trip to the emergency room left her confused about if she had an appendix. She called Kurtis Ming to investigate.
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Federal firefighters could walk off the job once pay bump expires
Pay hikes for federal firefighters are set to expire in October. A bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in 2021 provided a temporary pay bump for federal first responders.
U.S. Forest Service brings back rappel team to fight Northern California fires
The U.S. Forest Service brought its rappel program to the region after carefully re-examining its operations and equipment. Its rappelers have been deployed to fires multiple times this summer.
California regulators propose higher rates for PG&E customers to reduce wildfire risk
Power bills for about 16 million people in Northern California will likely increase soon.
Multiple agencies respond to vegetation fire in Valley Springs
Multiple firefighting agencies responded to a 35 acre vegetation fire that started near a motor home in Valley Springs Sunday.
Smoke-sniffing drones may be future of California wildland firefighting
When a wildfire breaks out, early detection is key in stopping it from spreading. Now, drones may be the latest technology that helps detect wildland blazes as soon as they break out.
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Sacramento father of 6 surprised with free car after biking miles to work for months
A single father of six children, ages 3 to 19, got the gift of a lifetime Thursday.
Roseville street named after fallen Marine Sgt. Nicole Gee
A Roseville street is being named after U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicole Gee. It's a show of solidarity for the young woman who was killed serving this country.
Folsom woman behind Maui book drive gets worldwide response
In one week, she's received donations from as far away as Australia and she says she's just getting started.
The Gerwig Effect: Sacramento native's success paving the road for next generation of filmmakers
"Barbie" is breaking box office records left and right, catapulting director Greta Gerwig to the spot of highest-grossing female director in domestic box office sales.
Folsom business donates proceeds to Maui fires relief efforts
Local businesses in our region are stepping up and donating proceeds from their sales to the Hawaii wildfire relief efforts.
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Saturday evening weather forecast
Meteorologist Ashley Nanfria brings us the weather forecast for this Saturday evening, as well as for the coming days.
Walk to End Alzheimer's returns to Sacramento
CBS 13's Marlee Ginter served as emcee for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, which returned to Sacramento on Saturday to raise money to fight Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Modesto man arrested for killing his mother
A man in Modesto was arrested for murdering his mother after deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call at their home early Saturday morning.
House passes short term spending bill to avoid government shutdown
The United States House of Representatives has passed a short term spending bill in an effort to prevent a government shutdown. The bill will now need to be approved by the Senate before it can be signed by President Biden.
Friday Gameday: Top Plays of the Week
Here are your top high school football plays of Week 7!