Tennis legend Chris Evert says cancer has returned
The recurrence comes about two years after she was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
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Elk Grove teacher who beat cancer twice inspires young minds in the classroom
Caleb McNitt -- or Mr. McNitt in his Elk Grove classroom -- isn't just inspiring young minds as a teacher but also as a cancer survivor.
Sutter Medical in Yuba City receives donation to help cancer patients get faster care
You've heard an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. At Sutter Medical Foundation in Yuba City, they live that every day.
Shannen Doherty says cancer has spread to her bones
The "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor said she hopes to get into clinical trials as new treatments are developed but what drives her now is the desire "to prove" that she can work despite her cancer diagnosis.
Photographer launches "Superhero Project" to highlight teens battling cancer
Photographer Christina Hartnell has spent the last ten years capturing life's precious moments. When a cancer diagnosis turned her world upside down this year, she realized just how precious life can be.
Pet cancer can be devastating. Here's what experts say to watch out for
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month and it is a topic that can be devastating for families. Multiple experts spoke on what to watch out for to maximize your time with your furry friend.
Actor Sam Neill has a rare cancer, but is more afraid of retirement than dying
Sam Neill is in remission and back to doing what he loves.
Suzanne Somers, fitness icon and star of "Three's Company," dies at 76
Somers was most famous for her role as Chrissy Snow on the beloved 1970s sitcom "Three's Company."
What is Merkel cell cancer? Jimmy Buffett's cause of death, explained.
Singer Jimmy Buffett died at 76 after suffering from Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare but aggressive form of skin cancer. Here's what to know.
Fairfield raising money to support two firefighters now fighting cancer
Firefighters have one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. And the most common cause of death for firefighters is cancer.
Homeless man walking from Martinez to Sacramento to raise money for wife's cancer treatment, awareness for disabled homeless
Jason Means has walked 41 miles from Martinez to Dixon and plans to finish off his walk at the state capitol.
Man walking from Bay Area to Sacramento to raise money for wife’s cancer treatments
The man is also trying to draw attention to the plight of the disabled homeless population.
Aspartame is "possibly carcinogenic," WHO says. Here's what to know.
The World Health Organization is weighing in on aspartame, an artificial sweetener used in thousands of food and drink products.
ESPN's Dick Vitale says he has vocal cord cancer: "I plan on winning this battle"
This is the third time the longtime college basketball analyst is battling cancer.
Does aspartame have health risks? What to know about the popular sweetener.
The artificial sweetener aspartame is used in thousands of products, and the FDA says it's "safe for the general population." What do we know about its possible effects on health?
Cancer drug shortages could put chemo patient treatment at risk
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the international supply chain for several cancer medications has been strained.
Common nail salon tool may cause DNA damage and mutations in human cells, research finds
Radiation from nail dryers may damage DNA and cause cancer-causing mutations in human cells, a study has found — and that might have you wondering whether your regular gel mani-pedi is worth the risk.
Daniel Ellsberg, Pentagon Papers leaker, dies at age 92
Daniel Ellsberg copied and leaked documents that revealed secret details of U.S. strategy in the Vietnam War that became known as the Pentagon Papers.
Pope meets young cancer patients on eve of expected hospital discharge
Pope Francis' medical team said he was expected to leave the Rome hospital following a successful recovery from abdominal surgery.
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.
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.
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.
Shannen Doherty says her breast cancer has spread to her brain
The "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor announced in 2020 that her breast cancer had returned as stage 4.
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.
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. For Michael Griffith of Sacramento, finding the joy in the everyday has been as crucial a part of his cancer diagnosis as chemo.
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"If we live in fear, we are not living": Crime not keeping people from downtown Sacramento
The holidays are in full swing in downtown Sacramento, and with more people, comes more security.
Folsom Police Department accused of racism and discrimination
A former Folsom police officer was joined by two more in suing the city for discrimination and harassment. Legal documents spell out the positions of the city of Folsom, the Police Department and three complainants.
Curtis Park neighbors frustrated over closure of dog park
Some neighbors in Curtis Park are frustrated with the closure of the Sierra 2 Dog Park. The city created the temporary space after over 20 years of having off-leash hours at the neighborhood park.
Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
Folsom High alum Jake Browning shines again as Bengals pound Colts to stay in playoff mix
Jake Browning threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score in his second straight outstanding performance for the Cincinnati Bengals, who pounded the Indianapolis Colts 34-14.
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"If we live in fear, we are not living": Crime not keeping people from downtown Sacramento
The holidays are in full swing in downtown Sacramento, and with more people, comes more security.
Folsom Police Department accused of racism and discrimination
A former Folsom police officer was joined by two more in suing the city for discrimination and harassment. Legal documents spell out the positions of the city of Folsom, the Police Department and three complainants.
Curtis Park neighbors frustrated over closure of dog park
Some neighbors in Curtis Park are frustrated with the closure of the Sierra 2 Dog Park. The city created the temporary space after over 20 years of having off-leash hours at the neighborhood park.
Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
Folsom High alum Jake Browning shines again as Bengals pound Colts to stay in playoff mix
Jake Browning threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score in his second straight outstanding performance for the Cincinnati Bengals, who pounded the Indianapolis Colts 34-14.
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Coroner identifies mother hit by suspected drunk driver in Sacramento's Pocket neighborhood
The mother who died after being hit along with her two children by a suspected drunk driver in Sacramento's Pocket neighborhood has been identified.
Sacramento Choral Society sings the spirit of the holidays for 28th year
This year is the 28th annual performance of the Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra's Christmas concert. For nearly three decades, they have brought the community together through the spirit of song.
2 people in critical condition after hit-and-run in north Sacramento
Two people were sent to the hospital in critical condition after they were hit by a car in the north Sacramento area Thursday night.
Sacramento rabbi celebrates Hanukkah while son remains in Israel amid war
The celebration of Hanukkah begins for the Jewish people. However, amid an ongoing war in Gaza, it feels different for many in the Sacramento area.
California State Capitol's Christmas tree lit in virtual event
California's Capitol Christmas tree was finally lit – with no fanfare – after concerns over a protest led to the cancellation of the annual outdoor event.
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What contributed to California's record $68 billion budget deficit?
California is facing a record $68 billion budget deficit, state officials announced Thursday, forcing hard choices for Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom in his final term as he works to build his national profile.
Biden administration pledges $6 billion for California high-speed electric rail routes
The Biden administration said it will give more than $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in the West.
CVS will change the way it prices prescription drugs
CVS is revamping the way it reimburses its pharmacies for prescription medications, a move that could change how much consumers pay for their prescription drugs.
San Francisco Bay Ferry to receive $16M in federal grants to modernize fleet
The Biden administration will issue $200 million in grants to modernize the country's ferry systems.
17 UC Davis professors among group pushing back on UC president's call for 'viewpoint-neutral' history of Middle East
A group of University of California professors, including 17 from UC Davis, signed a public letter pushing back on the UC president's efforts to develop what he described earlier this month as a "viewpoint-neutral history of the Middle East," saying it violates their academic freedom.
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Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
Folsom High alum Jake Browning shines again as Bengals pound Colts to stay in playoff mix
Jake Browning threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score in his second straight outstanding performance for the Cincinnati Bengals, who pounded the Indianapolis Colts 34-14.
Late touchdown pass secures Folsom High's 5th CIF state title
The Folsom Bulldogs won their fifth CIF state title in a thriller over St. Bonaventure on Saturday.
Shohei Ohtani signs with the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani announced Saturday that he is staying in Southern California, signing a 10-year deal with the Boys in Blue.
Ripon Little League makes big offer to draw Shohei Ohtani to San Francisco Giants
The Ripon Little League is entering the high-stakes bidding war for Major League Baseball superstar Shohei Otani, taking a swing for the free agent.
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Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
Texas court temporarily halts ruling allowing woman to have emergency abortion
Kate Cox, a mother of two, said she found out last week that her unborn child suffered from what doctors say is a fatal disorder.
Judge approves settlement barring revival of family separation policy
While on the 2024 campaign trail, former President Donald Trump has repeatedly refused to rule out reinstating his infamous border separation policy.
Trump gag order in 2020 election case largely upheld by appeals court
A federal appeals court heard arguments in November over the gag order limiting what Trump can say about the 2020 election-related case filed against him in Washington, D.C.
Biden administration announces $8 billion in new rail project funding
President Biden is announcing $8.2 billion in new federal funding for 10 passenger rail projects across the country.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
CDC reports "alarming" rise in drug-resistant germs in Ukraine
Health officials say the "urgent crisis" in antibiotic resistant bacteria must be addressed, even during a war.
Sacramento-area children's health expert discusses "rocky rollout" of RSV vaccine
A recently approved vaccine was supposed to protect babies from RSV, but a nationwide shortage is leaving some healthcare providers, including in Northern California, without critical doses.
Wildfire smoke reversing air quality improvements, researchers say
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
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Black Friday brings out crowds of shoppers to Roseville stores
More than 180 million people are expected to shop for Black Friday deals, and many of them were out early across our area waiting for the doors to open.
Northern California bakery remains a Thanksgiving staple
Folks are gearing up to set the Thanksgiving table, but no feast is complete without dessert. One Yuba City bakery's decades-old recipes stand the test of time.
Modesto A&W to close Wednesday for good after decades of business
A Modesto landmark of more than 65 years is set to close its doors Wednesday as a result of an American Disabilities Act lawsuit filed last month.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Expensive baby monitor switches to subscription model, parents are ticked
First-time dad Geoff Mayfield spared no expense in buying the top-rated Miku Pro smart baby monitor. It uses sensors to track his son's real-time breathing and sleeping patterns. Now, a switch to a subscription model is causing frustration.
Cantaloupes recalled from several states, including California, following salmonella infections
The CDC says whole and pre-cut cantaloupes have caused dozens of cases of salmonella infection, including 17 hospitalizations, in 15 states, including California, and in Canada.
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The Placer Co. Inmate Escape: What CHP can learn from local law enforcement about accountability and transparency
He had a history of violence, running from police and escaping custody in a hospital, yet following the deadly Roseville park shootout, suspect Eric Abril escaped from a hospital again. In part three of our series, we investigate Abril's second escape and highlight what CHP can learn from local law enforcement about transparency and regaining the public's trust.
What's law enforcement hiding? Why CHP's Roseville park shootout could set a concerning precedent for police shootings
CHP finally released the dashcam video they initially claimed didn't exist from the Roseville park shootout, but other agencies continue withholding public information. We investigate the public's right to see records related to police shootings and the concerning law enforcement claims.
A hostage killed. Kids traumatized. Yet, CHP remains silent on its decision to serve a high-risk search warrant to an armed felon at a public park.
An officer and hostage were shot. Another hostage -- killed. It's been seven months and CHP still won't answer basic questions about policies that impact all Californians. In part one of our series, Julie Watts investigates the controversial decision to serve a high-risk search warrant to an armed felon at a public park surrounded by kids.
EXCLUSIVE: CBS Sacramento obtains never-before-seen CHP video from deadly Roseville park shootout
In response to CBS13's ongoing investigation into April's deadly Mahany Park shooting in Roseville, the California Highway Patrol on Monday released never-before-seen dash camera footage from the initial moments of the shootout.
How more cameras are helping Sacramento PD catch more car thieves.
If your car is stolen, the odds are your car will be found but the person who stole it will almost never be arrested. But Sacramento PD has a higher arrest rate than most thanks to new technology and a dedicated team.
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Call Kurtis: Buy-1-get-1-free phone deal cost viewer
In the case of the free phone that cost $369, Karen Rickman of Portola bought a buy-one, get-one free cell phone.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Expensive baby monitor switches to subscription model, parents are ticked
First-time dad Geoff Mayfield spared no expense in buying the top-rated Miku Pro smart baby monitor. It uses sensors to track his son's real-time breathing and sleeping patterns. Now, a switch to a subscription model is causing frustration.
Call Kurtis: Elderly mom's caregiver keeps no-showing, experts expect problem to get worse
A Stockton viewer's elderly mother is in a wheelchair and requires in-home care. She says the company she hired to drop in on her mom reports scheduling and staffing issues with a high rate of callouts.
Call Kurtis: Solano County sends out property tax bills residents don't owe
Some people who sold property in Solano County are getting tax bills for property they no longer own. The new owners may not get bills at all.
Call Kurtis: Jeweler loses diamond given to wife for Christmas
Steven Sarron knew something was wrong when the jeweler couldn't return the diamond ring he gave his wife for Christmas.
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Celebrating a big year of prescribed fire; how Cal Fire's 2023 season has outpaced the last
This year has been a big change of pace for Cal Fire as they have been able to work on more prescribed burns than wildfires this year.
Protecting the land with fire: How cultural burning is being restored and shared
Cultural burning is an ancient practice to preserve the land but it's now reshaping wildfire strategies across California.
Why environmentalists are suing the National Park Service to prevent it from planting trees
The National Park Service wants to replant sequoia groves in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, where wildfires in 2020 and 2021 inflicted lasting damage on the iconic sequoia forests. Environmentalists in California say it's a huge mistake.
California lawmakers call on insurance commissioner to set fire insurance market straight
California lawmakers are already expressing concern over the state's plan to alleviate the insurance crisis.
Paradise holds 85-second moment of silence for victims 5 years after Camp Fire
The town of Paradise held a moment of silence on Wednesday for 85 seconds – one for each of the people who lost their lives that day.
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Dozens of Natomas Unified students help local food bank during the holiday season
A local food bank in Natomas is playing a big role in that community this holiday season. Joey's Food Locker is not only helping feed those in need but also preparing volunteers for the real world.
Sacramento woodworkers aim to make Christmas special for kids in need
From wooden planes and piggy banks to a game of Go Fish, volunteers with the Sacramento Area Woodworkers organization are trying to make Christmas a little extra special for kids in need.
Stockton teen ensures seniors are staying warm and unforgotten during holiday season
A Stockton teen is making sure folks' feet stay warm and colorful by bringing her signature Silly Socks to those who might feel forgotten this holiday season.
Elk Grove teacher who beat cancer twice inspires young minds in the classroom
Caleb McNitt -- or Mr. McNitt in his Elk Grove classroom -- isn't just inspiring young minds as a teacher but also as a cancer survivor.
California mother travels to South Carolina to serve Thanksgiving meals to troops
A Rio Linda mother is making waves by ensuring that Thanksgiving is a special occasion for new cadets in South Carolina.
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Sunday night weather forecast - Dec. 10, 2023
Here is a look at the weather forecast.
More police presence in downtown Sacramento as holidays are in full swing
The holidays are in full swing in downtown Sacramento, and with more people, comes more security.
Curtis Park neighbors frustrated over closure of dog park
Some neighbors in Curtis Park are frustrated with the closure of the Sierra 2 Dog Park. The city created the temporary space after over 20 years of having off-leash hours at the neighborhood park.
Sunday evening weather forecast - Dec. 10, 2023
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
Firefighters knock down blaze at Sacramento art studio
Firefighters worked quickly to contain a fire at an art studio under renovation in Sacramento on Sunday.