Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
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Death toll climbs in outbreak linked to recalled eye drops
The CDC says three people have died, eight have lost their vision and four had an eyeball removed.
CDC warns of "alarming" rise of potentially deadly fungal threat
Reports of patients with the drug-resistant fungal infection Candida auris have accelerated in recent years.
A quarter of Americans distrust CDC recommendations, survey finds
Doctors scored highest in the survey, with more than half of respondents saying they trust physicians "a great deal."
Infant's death tied to contaminated breast pump, CDC says
Federal health officials are warning parents of newborns to sterilize equipment used for both bottle- and breast-feeding.
CDC warns drug-resistant stomach bug a "serious public health threat"
Doctors have limited options to treat the "extensively drug-resistant" strains of Shigella bacteria.
Nearly a third of teen girls have seriously considered suicide, CDC survey shows
The CDC says findings from a 2021 survey underscore the urgency for families and schools to intervene in worsening mental health among teens.
CDC tells consumers to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
U.S. investigating first cases of new drug-resistant gonorrhea strain
Massachusetts has identified two cases so far that were infected by the strain, which appears to have developed some resistance to ceftriaxone.
Easing rules for opioid treatment meds did not increase overdose deaths, study finds
During the coronavirus pandemic, federal agencies changed rules to allow qualified clinicians to remotely prescribe buprenorphine, even to new patients.
Kindergarten routine vaccination rates fell for second straight year, CDC warns
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
CDC urges Americans to "reconsider" travel to China over COVID surge, will require tests
The CDC cited concerns over the COVID-19 surge in China and "the lack of adequate and transparent" data from the country's health authorities.
Masks recommended again in NYC, LA and other cities as COVID cases climb
Around 14% of Americans now live in counties at "high" COVID-19 Community Levels, up from 5% last week.
Alcohol death toll is growing, U.S. government reports say
The rate of such deaths had been increasing in the two decades before the pandemic, by 7% or less each year.
CDC ending daily reporting of COVID case and death data
The shift comes as federal health officials are bracing for a renewed wave of COVID-19 infections this fall and winter.
CDC drops COVID-19 travel notices for individual countries
Agency will only post a travel notice if a new coronavirus variant alters its health recommendations for any countries.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
CDC expected to relax COVID guidelines as kids head back to school
The changes could include deemphasizing the "test to stay" strategy, in which students exposed to COVID-19 take regular tests to stay in the classroom.
USDA cracking down on salmonella in chicken products
Agriculture agency proposes rules to force food processors to reduce salmonella bacteria found in chicken.
'It's Insane': Child Costs Limit Growing Families, But What If Government Paid To Have Babies?
The CDC announced in May that births dropped to a 42-year low in the United States. But what if the government paid you to have a baby?
California Adopts CDC-Advised 3-Feet Social Distancing Rule For Classrooms
Students in California classrooms can sit 3 feet apart instead of 6 under new guidelines adopted by the state as school officials figure out how to reopen campuses closed for a year during the coronavirus pandemic.
Multi-State Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Recalled Mushrooms Sold In Several States, Including California
At least 41 people are sick in 10 different states after a salmonella outbreak that has been linked to dried wood ear mushrooms sold in several states, including California, the CDC said.
Causing Coronavirus Confusion Again, CDC Flip-Flops On Guidance Regarding COVID-19 Spread
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released and then retracted information regarding how coronavirus spreads from person to person.
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Kings vs. Hornets? Possible NBA playoffs run could complicate Sac State's graduation plans
Kings fever is in full force all across Sacramento, but the chance that they may make the NBA playoffs is creating complications at Sacramento State University.
Weekend frost advisories a threat to valley growers, farmers; impact may be small thanks to recent cooler weather
A frost advisory Friday night through Sunday morning has Valley farmers and growers keeping a close eye on both crops and plants.
March for Our Lives: Young activists continue to fight back against gun violence
Dozens of young activists showed up on the steps of the California State Capitol Friday evening to demand the state to pass more gun safety laws that they say will be lifesaving.
Huerter scores 29 points, Kings beat Suns 135-127; Sacramento's magic number down to 2
The Sacramento Kings' magic number is down to 2 after Friday night's 135-127 win against the Phoenix Suns.
Crews rescue stranded person from flooded Yolo Bypass
Crews had to deploy their fan boat to rescue a person who got stuck in the flooded Yolo Bypass near West Sacramento.
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Kings vs. Hornets? Possible NBA playoffs run could complicate Sac State's graduation plans
Kings fever is in full force all across Sacramento, but the chance that they may make the NBA playoffs is creating complications at Sacramento State University.
Weekend frost advisories a threat to valley growers, farmers; impact may be small thanks to recent cooler weather
A frost advisory Friday night through Sunday morning has Valley farmers and growers keeping a close eye on both crops and plants.
March for Our Lives: Young activists continue to fight back against gun violence
Dozens of young activists showed up on the steps of the California State Capitol Friday evening to demand the state to pass more gun safety laws that they say will be lifesaving.
Huerter scores 29 points, Kings beat Suns 135-127; Sacramento's magic number down to 2
The Sacramento Kings' magic number is down to 2 after Friday night's 135-127 win against the Phoenix Suns.
Crews rescue stranded person from flooded Yolo Bypass
Crews had to deploy their fan boat to rescue a person who got stuck in the flooded Yolo Bypass near West Sacramento.
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Kings vs. Hornets? Possible NBA playoffs run could complicate Sac State's graduation plans
Kings fever is in full force all across Sacramento, but the chance that they may make the NBA playoffs is creating complications at Sacramento State University.
Weekend frost advisories a threat to valley growers, farmers; impact may be small thanks to recent cooler weather
A frost advisory Friday night through Sunday morning has Valley farmers and growers keeping a close eye on both crops and plants.
Depeche Mode launches new world tour – with Sacramento getting 1st night honors
Fans of Depeche Mode no longer have to enjoy the silence, with the band choosing Sacramento to launch their new world tour.
Sac State standout Isnelle Natabou announces she's entering transfer portal
Days after learning that their coach is moving on, Sacramento State's women's basketball team will also be losing one of their top players.
Phillies' Rhys Hoskins carted off the field with left knee injury
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins was carted off the field during a spring training game Thursday after hurting his left knee while fielding a grounder.
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Much of West Coast faces ban to fish salmon amid low stocks
Experts fear native California salmon, which make up a significant portion of the Pacific Northwest's fishing industry, are in a spiral toward extinction.
4 California sea otters died from an unusual strain of a parasite that could pose a risk to humans
Four sea otters in California have died from a rare strain of the Toxoplasma gondii parasite that scientists said could pose a risk to human health.
Governor Newsom ends some water limits in the state after storms ease drought
California Gov. Gavin Newsom ended some of the state's water restrictions on Friday because a winter of relentless rain and snow has replenished the state's reservoirs and eased fears of a shortage after three years of severe drought.
Record snowpack, nearly full reservoirs: Here's the state of California's drought after an epic winter
At this time last year, all of California was caught in a drought. But according to the latest US Drought Monitor released Thursday morning, just over a third of California remains in some level of drought -- the lowest amount since the drought began -- with severe drought only covering 8% of the state.
California bill aims to ban sale of popular candies containing ingredients that may cause health issues
Some chemicals linked to health issues have been banned in food products in the European Union, while the United States has allowed use at levels determined safe. A bill recently introduced in the California State Assembly could start to change that.
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Huerter scores 29 points, Kings beat Suns 135-127; Sacramento's magic number down to 2
The Sacramento Kings' magic number is down to 2 after Friday night's 135-127 win against the Phoenix Suns.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
San Diego State ousts No. 1 overall seed Alabama from NCAAs
Darrion Trammell and San Diego State used a dominant defensive performance to knock top overall seed Alabama out of the NCAA Tournament on Friday night, bottling up All-America freshman Brandon Miller in a 71-64 victory in the Sweet 16.
Player charged after throwing punch following Bowling Green-Memphis game
Video of the incident showed Jamirah Shutes' teammate quickly escorting her off the court while Elissa Brett's teammates checked on her.
Gonzaga beats UCLA 79-76 in Sweet 16 on Strawther's shot
Julian Strawther hit a 3-pointer with 6 seconds left to answer a 3-pointer by UCLA's Amari Bailey, lifting Gonzaga to a wild 79-76 NCAA Tournament win over UCLA Thursday night in the Sweet 16.
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With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
House passes GOP bill to give parents more influence over schools
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer promised the legislation faces a "dead end" in the Senate.
State Department facing "unprecedented demand" for passports, Blinken says
A record number of passports — 22 million — were issued in 2022. The State Department is "on track to break" that record in 2023.
California may punish oil companies for high gas prices
A first-in-the-nation bill to punish oil companies for profiting from price spikes at the pump breezed through the California Senate on Thursday at the urging of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, the first major vote in an effort to pass the law by month's end.
Manhattan DA's office says House GOP demands would interfere in Trump probe
The chairmen's letter "only came after Donald Trump created a false expectation that he would be arrested the next day," general counsel Leslie Dubeck wrote.
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Alzheimer's first signs may appear in your eyes, study finds
Research has been exploring how the eye may help in diagnosing Alzheimer's disease before symptoms begin.
Surge in eating disorders spurs state legislative action
Lawmakers in Colorado, California, Texas, New York and elsewhere are taking big, legislative swings at the eating disorder crisis.
Mental health struggles are driving more college students to consider dropping out, survey finds
A new survey shows that a significant number of college students struggle with their mental health, and a growing share have considered dropping out themselves.
California bill aims to ban sale of popular candies containing ingredients that may cause health issues
Some chemicals linked to health issues have been banned in food products in the European Union, while the United States has allowed use at levels determined safe. A bill recently introduced in the California State Assembly could start to change that.
Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
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Social media are buzzing about a possible comeback for Blockbuster Video
Blockbuster Video could be making a comeback, as it has reportedly restored its website and reactivated its Twitter account.
Sanders slams 'corporate greed' as Moderna CEO won't commit to lower Covid-19 vaccine cost
In the face of senators' criticism, Moderna CEO Stéphane Bancel did not agree to lower the commercial cost of the company's Covid-19 vaccine in a hearing Wednesday on the vaccine's price.
California lawmakers to vote on possible gas price penalties
California lawmakers on Thursday will vote on whether to allow penalties on oil companies for price gouging at the pump, a first-in-the-country proposal aimed at stopping the kind of spikes last summer that caused some drivers pay up to $8 per gallon as the industry reaped super-sized profits.
Call Kurtis Investigates: No phones at West Sacramento nursing home
A Manteca viewer asked us for help after, she says, the phone lines went down at her husband's nursing home in West Sacramento, and she wasn't able to reach him.
Proposed bill would ban sale of Skittles in California
Soon, Californians may no longer be able to "taste the rainbow" if a proposed bill is enacted.
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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.
1 killed in Lincoln car crash with a tree
The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened on February 23 in the early morning.
Stockton Unified School District under investigation for possible fraud
A new audit finds evidence of possible fraud, including money mismanagement and illegal financial practices.
UPDATED $0 BAIL STUDY: Suspects released on $0 Bail had twice the felony rearrests, three times the violent crime rearrests
EXCLUSIVE: An updated Zero-Dollar Bail study out of the Yolo Co. DA's Office finds suspects who were released on $0 Bail were twice as likely to be rearrested for felonies and three times as likely to be rearrested for violent crimes compared to those who had to post bail.
California Wage Theft: When Bosses Don't Pay
Wage theft robs workers of billions of dollars a year and costs Americans more than any other type of theft. In an effort to identify the scope of wage theft in California, and potential solutions, CBS News Sacramento teamed up with the CalMatters "Divide" team to produce this series of reports.
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Call Kurtis: No internet? No problem
After the storms knocked out the internet for a Wilton viewer and she couldn't get it restored, she knew it was time to call Kurtis.
Call Kurtis Investigates: No phones at West Sacramento nursing home
A Manteca viewer asked us for help after, she says, the phone lines went down at her husband's nursing home in West Sacramento, and she wasn't able to reach him.
Call Kurtis: Need help with your taxes? Try the IRS taxpayer advocate service.
When the Internal Revenue Service came after a Sonora retiree who filed their taxes using the wrong form, he called on Kurtis Ming to investigate
Call Kurtis: Travelers using online system still waiting for their passports
"They shouldn't be doing a beta and using us."
Call Kurtis: Why can't I use my Peet's gift card at the Peet's store?
When a Penn Valley viewer found out the local Peet's wouldn't accept a Peet's gift card, she called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
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New report shows relationship between income, fire risk and fire damage
Researchers at Stanford and the University of North Carolina made surprising new findings on how economics affects neighborhoods damaged by fires.
The Fire Cats: Documentary highlights animal rescue groups that saved hundreds of pets in 2018 Camp Fire
A local cat rescue group that stepped up to save hundreds of cats from the catastrophic Camp Fire was profiled in an award-winning documentary.
$24M Settlement reached with PG&E over Dixie Fire, utility faces criminal charges in 2020 Zogg Fire
A $24 million settlement has been reached over the massive Dixie Fire with ten public entities agreeing to a deal with Pacific Gas and Electric to pay for some of the damage.
85% of California's rural land now in 'high' or 'very high' risk for wildfires, new analysis shows
The climate crisis is among the key factors in a new assessment that shows more than 85% of California's rural and unincorporated land is now in "high" or "very high" severity zones for wildfire danger, the state's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) recently announced.
California's wildfire risk map updated after 15 years
California's office of the State Fire marshal released an updated fire hazard map showing which unincorporated parts of California are most at risk for fires and what future destruction could look like.
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90-year-old great-grandmother skydives on her birthday
One Arizona great-grandmother celebrated her birthday by jumping out of a plane.
The Glass Slipper: Local nonprofit aims to give girls in foster system chance to feel glamorous
With sparkly dresses and sky-high heels, The Glass Slipper is a nonprofit that is stepping in as a fairy godmother before prom. They're making sure girls who were in - or are in - the foster care system have a chance to feel glamorous.
Vacaville sheep named finalist in annual Cadbury Bunny Contest
A local sheep in Vacaville is now a top ten finalist for the annual Cadbury Bunny commercial.
Sacramento City Unified kicks off National School Breakfast week with food truck
Driving students to eat better, a food truck is delivering hot breakfasts to Sacramento schools.
Thousands descend on Land Park for 15th annual Donut Dash to benefit hospitalized children
It's a dash to raise some cash. Runners brought their competitive spirit —and their appetites — for the 15th annual Donut Dash. It's four miles, four donuts and all for a good cause.
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Friday night weather forecast - March 24, 2023
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting this weekend -- and when we're expecting another round of wet weather.
Kings vs. Hornets? Possible NBA playoffs run could complicate Sac State’s graduation plans
Kings fever is in full force all across Sacramento, but the chance that they may make the NBA playoffs is creating complications at Sacramento State University.
Weekend frost advisories a threat to valley growers, farmers; impact may be small thanks to recent c
A frost advisory Friday night through Sunday morning has Valley farmers and growers keeping a close eye on both crops and plants.
March for Our Lives: Young activists continue to fight back against gun violence
Dozens of young activists showed up on the steps of the State Capitol Friday evening to demand the state to pass more gun safety laws that they say will be lifesaving.
How auroras form -- and why California got a glimpse of them
CBS13's Chief Meteorologist Nic Merianos explains the phenomenon known as the Northern Lights, which are usually an extremely rare sight in California.