Woman sentenced for scamming Holocaust survivor out of life savings
The Holocaust survivor sent the woman around $50,000 a month. She used it to buy a home, a boat, designer clothing and more.
The Holocaust survivor sent the woman around $50,000 a month. She used it to buy a home, a boat, designer clothing and more.
The child sent multiple texts to 911 with details about the hoax kidnapping, including a description of the fake suspect, authorities said.
The water off South Florida has literally become as warm as a hot tub as researchers are discovering dying coral reefs.
State pension fund shareholders could take legal action against beer maker for linking brand with "radical social ideologies," Florida governor says.
Photos the mother took of the burn were shown and sound clips of the child's screams were played in court.
More insurance companies are fleeing the state because of the growing threat from natural disasters.
People flying out of Sacramento now have a new direct destination to choose from.
Sonny Flynn, who owns the center, told CBS affiliate WTSP in Tampa that all of the mammals inside the building died and many of the reptiles were injured.
The baby ingested enough fentanyl to kill 10 adults, authorities said.
Dr. Tomasz Kosowski killed attorney Steven Cozzi in the bathroom of Cozzi's law office moments after a conference call, authorities say.
Researchers say the declining sargassum blob is "good news" for Florida residents, who for months have seen their beaches inundated with the stinky seaweed.
Donald Santini had been on the run since June 1984, when Florida authorities obtained an arrest warrant linking him to the strangling death of Cynthia Wood.
Mallet, a 35-year-old former NFL quarterback, was pronounced dead at a Destin emergency room Tuesday after an apparent drowning.
A 28-year-old chimpanzee named Vanilla was "in awe" as she saw open sky for the first time at a sanctuary in Florida recently, a rescue organization said on June 27.
A 28-year-old chimpanzee named Vanilla was "in awe" as she saw open sky for the first time at a sanctuary in Florida recently, a rescue organization said on June 27.
Moments after saying "two seconds" of having his hands in the water won't do anything, a shark latched onto a Florida man's hand.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says there's no chance "on God's green earth" he's running for president in 2024, but he wants to make clear that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is running, is "weak" and "undisciplined" and "will be crushed by Donald Trump."
The Florida governor pitched his vision if elected to the presidency but stayed away from discussing California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Immigrants seeking refuge in America found their way into California on Wednesday following Texas Governor Greg Abbott's move to transport them out of the state.
California's top cop is demanding records from Florida to see if the state broke laws in what he calls the "deceptive" and "immoral" decision to ship three dozen migrants unannounced on two separate flights to Sacramento earlier this month.
California's top cop submitted a public records request to the office of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Division of Emergency Management Wednesday morning.
Here's what to expect next after former President Donald Trump's court appearance.
Trump said he will plead not guilty to the charges, which are related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents.
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.
Donald Trump is the first former president in history to face a federal criminal indictment.
The ad blasts the governor and warns against bigger class sizes and thousands of teacher layoffs because of the cuts the governor made to fill the deficit.
Citrus Heights is looking to add school resource officers to keep students and staff safe on its high school campuses.
Some residents of the area said that while they hope that this may be a good thing in the long run, they aren't sure it will do much to help anyone who needs assistance right now.
Families of four of the five Marines killed when their Osprey crashed in California in 2022 have filed a lawsuit alleging the aircraft's manufacturers failed to address known mechanical failures that led to the deaths.
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
This storied cruise ship was the inspiration behind "The Love Boat" and even appeared in a Bond film.
The suspect had shot and killed his elderly parents before being shot by two SWAT deputies, the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said.
The town of Loomis is gearing up for a major grand opening. Thursday marks the official opening of a new Costco there and the second in Placer County.
As we get closer to the holiday weekend, our weather pattern is about to make a slight shift to help temperatures dip across Northern California. Here's what the First Alert Weather team is tracking.
The ad blasts the governor and warns against bigger class sizes and thousands of teacher layoffs because of the cuts the governor made to fill the deficit.
A city program is offering grants to north Sacramento businesses that can pay for things like new signs, exterior painting, more lighting, and outdoor gathering spaces.
After a CBS13 report, the City of Sacramento cleared a growing homeless encampment that was impacting a small business.
Goats and sheep are commonly used to help reduce wildfire threats by clearing away dry brush, but another flock is being deployed to help fight flooding in Sacramento County.
A woman who was riding on the outside of a light rail train car died after falling off in Rancho Cordova, officials said Tuesday night.
A man in south Sacramento has a warning for his neighborhood after he was attacked by two dogs at his home on Saturday night.
The ad blasts the governor and warns against bigger class sizes and thousands of teacher layoffs because of the cuts the governor made to fill the deficit.
Families of four of the five Marines killed when their Osprey crashed in California in 2022 have filed a lawsuit alleging the aircraft's manufacturers failed to address known mechanical failures that led to the deaths.
As we get closer to the holiday weekend, our weather pattern is about to make a slight shift to help temperatures dip across Northern California. Here's what the First Alert Weather team is tracking.
The California Department of Transportation is issuing an emergency response to permanently clear homeless encampments under state-owned property.
California Democrats are pushing back on transgender notification policies inside of schools. On Wednesday, a bill was introduced that would ban such policies.
The NCAA and five major college sports conferences have agreed to settle antitrust allegations for nearly $2.8 billion over the next 10 years.
Butker shared controversial thoughts on many topics during his speech — Pride month, COVID-19 and women in the workplace among them.
Sacramento Kings big man Domantas Sabonis has been named to the 2023-24 All-NBA Third Team, marking the second straight season he has earned the honor.
David Patrick has stepped down as Sacramento State's men's basketball head coach to take a job as LSU's associate head coach.
On Tuesday, the Yolo High Wheelers, based in Davis, took the field for the first time to mark the opening day of its inaugural season against the Rocky Mountain Vibes.
The ad blasts the governor and warns against bigger class sizes and thousands of teacher layoffs because of the cuts the governor made to fill the deficit.
Families of four of the five Marines killed when their Osprey crashed in California in 2022 have filed a lawsuit alleging the aircraft's manufacturers failed to address known mechanical failures that led to the deaths.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
A bill from a Bay Area lawmaker that would ban legacy admissions at public and private colleges in California has passed the State Assembly.
The California Department of Transportation is issuing an emergency response to permanently clear homeless encampments under state-owned property.
In a bipartisan vote, the California State Senate approved a bill from a Bay Area lawmaker aimed at targeting social media addiction among children and teens.
May is Older Americans Month and this year, a 90-year-old man is showing just how high seniors can soar.
Some bags of Pedigree dry dog food could pose a health hazard to pets, Mars Petcare warned in a recall posted by the FDA.
Health authorities are watching for signs the virus might be starting to accelerate again after a springtime lull in COVID rates.
The Placer Veteran Services, an organization dedicated to aiding veterans, is working around the clock filing a record number of health care claims.
The town of Loomis geared up for a major grand opening with Thursday marking the official opening of a new Costco.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
From rock concerts to food festivals, tourists attending Sacramento events are providing a big boost to the local economy.
A Stockton small business owner is realizing her dream of helping others achieve their own health and wellness dreams.
A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023.
Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst?
CBS News California has identified a spike in the number of "sexually violent predators" who are being granted conditional release by the Department of State Hospitals amid an ongoing struggle to find housing for the men. The reporting prompted several proposed changes to state law, but, one by one, the bills are dying inside California's capitol.
They fought for fentanyl legislation, but it was killed before lawmakers even got to vote. Four grieving moms wanted to know why. They're uncovering the truth using a new AI tool designed to help everyday Californians hold lawmakers accountable. They discovered powerful lawmakers killed the popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting.
The California State Capitol Capitol doesn't generally work the way people think it does. We're following bills prompted by our reporting, to show you how things really work inside California's Capitol.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
A national scam involving panhandling is now reaching streets in Northern California.
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
Everything seems to be getting more expensive, and that includes fast food. It's no longer considered cheap. But, have you heard of fast food dupes?
Eric Stevens planned to buy his 90-year-old mom a wheelchair with his tax refund. Instead, he got a lousy piece of paper from the Franchise Tax Board saying they intercepted $1,483 — his entire tax refund.
Some residents of the area said that while they hope that this may be a good thing in the long run, they aren't sure it will do much to help anyone who needs assistance right now.
El Dorado County fire officials want to remind you of safe burning methods as several vegetation fires have popped up this past month.
With fire season fast approaching, communities are getting creative about how they prepare before a fire ever sparks.
It's a good time to do some spring cleaning around the yard to make sure your home is prepared for the upcoming fire season, and in California, everyone should prepare.
Beavers. They've had a bad reputation. Many call them pests, but they're far from it. They play such an important role in our ecosystem that their work can even curtail wildfires.
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire.
Meet Frannie the dog, Instagram's newest fitness influencer.
A Yuba City mom started a baseball team for kids with physical and intellectual disabilities after finding her 11-year-old son with Down Syndrome didn't have anywhere to play.
A Sacramento nonprofit is teaming up with a local credit union to give back so seniors can safely do basic tasks like bathing or exercising. Those lending a helping hand are also a group of seniors.
The California Teachers Association is paying for an attack ad on Governor Gavin Newsom.
Citrus Heights is looking to add school resource officers to keep students and staff safe on its high school campuses.
Some residents of the area said that while they hope that this may be a good thing in the long run, they aren't sure it will do much to help anyone who needs assistance right now.
Here is your extended 7-day forecast!
The Yuba City Council approved more than two dozen Flock license plate reader cameras ti be installed later this year.