2 killed when plane headed for Hawaii crashes in Pacific Ocean off Northern California
Authorities say two people were killed when a small plane headed for Hawaii crashed in the Pacific Ocean shortly after takeoff from Northern California.
Hawaii
Shark attacks kayak off Hawaii coast in encounter caught on video
Scott Haraguchi left his GoPro camera running after catching a fish off the Hawaiian island of Oahu, and it captured his close encounter with a shark.
Ken Potts, one of last 2 USS Arizona survivors, dies at 102
One of the last two remaining survivors of the USS Arizona battleship, which sank during the 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, has died.
Surfer who lost foot in shark attack survived with punches and a "bear hug"
"The water was red - with my blood," Mike Morita said. "I cannot believe how much courage my friends had."
Dozens of swimmers under investigation for harassing dolphins in Hawaii
Harassing marine mammals is a violation of the federal Marine Mammal Act, and could result in up to $11,000 in fines and/or a year in prison.
Video shows boulder come crashing into new home in Hawaii, almost hitting homeowner
A Hawaii woman said she has never heard of a boulder falling from the west side of the valley until one plunged into her own home over the weekend.
Video shows boulder come crashing into new home in Hawaii, almost hitting homeowner
A 65-year resident of Palolo, Caroline Sasaki said she has never heard of a boulder falling from the west side of the valley, until one plunged into her own home over the weekend. Sasaki recalled walking into her living room to watch television just before midnight, Saturday, when the 5-foot by 5-foot rock rolled past her. Sasaki's family was in the process of moving into the newly-built hillside home and have been there for about a week.
Renewable energy usage has doubled in the last decade. Hawaii leads the way.
Renewable sources of energy will account for 24% of the nation's energy in 2023, more than double what it was a decade ago.
11 people seriously injured amid turbulence on Hawaii flight
Severe turbulence rocked a flight from Phoenix to Honolulu Sunday, seriously injuring 11 people in what an Hawaiian Airlines official called an isolated and unusual event.
Whale injured by ship makes her "last journey" – a 3,000-mile swim to Hawaii
Moon used only her pectoral fins to travel to Hawaii, where she is now "completely emaciated and covered in whale lice" – and according to one local professional diver, even being followed by sharks.
Woman missing after apparent shark attack off Maui
The woman never made it back to shore, but a snorkel set and part of a bathing suit were reportedly found.
World's largest active volcano erupting for first time in almost 40 years
Given the huge volcano's history, USGS urged residents "at risk" of lava flows to review their preparation measures.
Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, erupting for first time in almost 40 years
Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, started erupting Sunday night, the U.S. Geological Survey said as it raised the alert level for the volcano from an "advisory" to a "warning."
Former deputy Nevada attorney general accused of 1972 killing in Honolulu fighting extradition
A former deputy Nevada attorney general accused of a 1972 killing in Honolulu told a Reno judge Wednesday he wants to fight extradition to Hawaii because he believes his constitutional rights were violated when he was arrested last week.
DNA points to former Nevada deputy attorney general as suspect in 1972 homicide
A former deputy Nevada attorney general who ran for the state Supreme Court and was later affiliated with the infamous Mustang Ranch brothel has been arrested in Reno as a suspect in a 1972 homicide in Hawaii.
Woman suffers "serious bite" after apparent shark attack in Hawaii
Witnesses said the water was murky after a night of heavy rain, which poses an increased risk for humans while swimming.
Instagram model Courtney Clenney charged with murdering boyfriend
The charge stems from the April 3 death of her boyfriend, Christian Toby Obumseli, in Florida, CBS Miami reports.
Make-A-Wish Foundation gives Lodi teen a trip to Hawaii
The teenager said that she wanted something that would be fun for her and fun for her family.
Sacramento Valley Chorus To Take Part In 80th Anniversary Of Pearl Harbor Attack In Hawaii
The Sacramento Valley Chorus is headed to Hawaii. They'll be there next week to mark the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Remains Of WWII Sailor From Stockton Killed At Pearl Harbor Officially Accounted For, Navy Says
The remains of a World War II-era sailor from Stockton who was among those killed in the Pearl Harbor attack has officially been accounted for, officials announced on Friday.
Californians Rank Second Behind Hawaiians For Highest Life Expectancy Among 50 States
Californians and Hawaiians have the highest life expectancy in the United States, according to newly released data by the CDC.
Vacaville Woman, 3 Others Arrested In Maui For Violating Hawaii's Quarantine Rules
Four people, including a woman from Vacaville, were arrested in Maui for breaking Hawaii's COVID-19 quarantine rules, authorities said.
2 Central California Residents Arrested For Allegedly Violating Hawaii COVID-19 Quarantine Rules
Two Fresno residents have been arrested in Hawaii for allegedly violating the state's COVID-19 quarantine rules.
Study: California Among Top 10 States With Most COVID Restrictions
California ranked among the top 10 states in U.S. with the most COVID-19 restrictions, according to a WalletHub study.
Sacramento Firefighters Deployed To Hawaii To Help With Hurricane Response Returning Home
Firefighters who were deployed to Hawaii in anticipation of Hurricane Douglas making landfall are coming back home Wednesday night.
CBS News Sacramento — Watch Live 24/7
Latest News
Brad Pitt calls Angelina Jolie "vindictive" in court documents about winery
The actor said when they filed for divorce, he and Jolie told each other they would not sell their shares of the winery without the other's consent and that he felt it would be inherited by their children.
9 dogs rescued after going missing during a garage fire in Sacramento
Fire crews rescued nine dogs who went missing during a garage fire, said authorities.
8 people injured after building collapse in New Haven
Officials said that there were reports of "multiple people trapped" after the collapse.
RNC sets first GOP primary debate for Aug. 23
The Republican National Committee also set the rules for the first GOP primary debate of the 2024 presidential cycle.
Local student in Woodland earned two diplomas in one year
A student from Pioneer High School, is receiving two diplomas in one year, one of which being her high school diploma and the other her Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree.
Latest News
More Latest News
Brad Pitt calls Angelina Jolie "vindictive" in court documents about winery
The actor said when they filed for divorce, he and Jolie told each other they would not sell their shares of the winery without the other's consent and that he felt it would be inherited by their children.
9 dogs rescued after going missing during a garage fire in Sacramento
Fire crews rescued nine dogs who went missing during a garage fire, said authorities.
8 people injured after building collapse in New Haven
Officials said that there were reports of "multiple people trapped" after the collapse.
RNC sets first GOP primary debate for Aug. 23
The Republican National Committee also set the rules for the first GOP primary debate of the 2024 presidential cycle.
Local student in Woodland earned two diplomas in one year
A student from Pioneer High School, is receiving two diplomas in one year, one of which being her high school diploma and the other her Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree.
Sacramento News
More Sacramento News
"Celebrating would've been the best thing": Remembering Grant High student killed before graduation
Billy Scott Jr. was transported to the hospital where he died, hours before he was set to graduate from Grant Union High School.
Food as fundraiser for Afghan, Ukrainian refugees in Sacramento
It's now been nearly 2 years since thousands fled Afghanistan during the fall of Kabul and more than a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Many refugees from those countries have now settled in the Sacramento region.
Police: Deadly single-car wreck involving 11 people, including 9 kids, likely caused by speed
On Wednesday night, Sacramento police and fire responded to a crash on the 900 block of San Juan Rd.
Big rig hits sign on Highway 99 in south Sacramento
Officers say a big rig managed to hit the sign on the Florin Road overcrossing of Highway 99 on Thursday afternoon, prompting a hard closure of several lanes for hours.
2 children, woman dead in south Natomas crash; 7 other children hurt
Investigators believe 11 people were inside one vehicle. It is unclear at this time exactly who was driving.
California News
More California News
Woman walking on California beach finds ancient mastodon tooth
A woman taking a Memorial Day weekend stroll on a California beach found something unusual sticking out of the sand: a tooth from an ancient mastodon.
Alien-like message sent to Earth in a test to prepare for the real thing
What would happen if aliens contacted us? It's a longstanding question that now has at least a partial answer, after a transmission designed to mimic correspondence from an extraterrestrial civilization made its way to Earth from Mars.
Multiple sightings of wolverine confirmed in different California counties
There have been multiple sightings of a wolverine confirmed in several California counties, as confirmed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
"Needed this a long time ago": California aims to cool down outside areas at schools
As California grapples with how to deal with heat waves made more intense by climate change, schools in the state may soon have to come up with plans for cooling down outside play areas by planting more trees and replacing surfaces like asphalt that swelter on hot days.
California advances fentanyl bills focused on prevention, increased penalties
California lawmakers voted to advance more than a dozen fentanyl bills this past week.
Latest Sports
More Latest Sports
If the A's Las Vegas stadium deal falls through, could Sacramento be considered?
Does Vegas have the winning hand, or does Sacramento have a seat at the table?
Family, friends watching Central Valley native Gabe Vincent shine in NBA Finals run
Gabe Vincent, a Modesto native and St. Mary's Stockton alum, is back in the NBA Finals while those from his home cheer on from afar.
Wembanyama's NBA summer debut may come in Sacramento at California Classic
Victor Wembanyama's NBA summer debut might come in Sacramento at the California Classic just days before the start of Summer League.
NASCAR suspends star driver for deliberately crashing into opponent
Elliott denied deliberately crashing into Hamlin with a dangerous left hook. Hamlin double-downed on calls for Elliott to be suspended on his podcast.
Update: Bob Myers steps down as Golden State Warriors GM; 'This is tough, This is hard'
Longtime Golden State GM Bob Myers, architect of the Warriors dynasty and four NBA championships, ended weeks of speculation Tuesday, announcing he was stepping down as the franchise's president and general manager.
Politics
More Politics
RNC sets first GOP primary debate for Aug. 23
The Republican National Committee also set the rules for the first GOP primary debate of the 2024 presidential cycle.
VP Harris to be a "leading voice" on gun violence heading into 2024
The Biden-Harris campaign plans to make addressing gun violence a key focus of President Biden's reelection effort.
Watch Live: Biden to address nation on debt ceiling deal
President Biden says he wants to sign the debt ceiling deal "as soon as possible."
Justice Department closes Pence documents probe with no charges
Multiple sources familiar with the matter tell CBS News the Justice Department won't seek to charge former Vice President Mike Pence.
Nurse denied ambulance requests before migrant child died, officials say
Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, who suffered from sickle cell anemia and heart disease, died after she and her family spent over a week in Border Patrol custody.
Health News
More Health News
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Cocoa flavanols may boost memory, but don't start buying chocolate
If your diet is low in flavanols — antioxidant compounds found in foods such as green tea, apples, berries, and cocoa — adding 500 milligrams a day to your diet may slow and possibly improve age-related mental decline, according to a new study.
Which U.S. states have the happiest residents?
Which U.S. states have the happiest residents? A new study found that California is in the top 10. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar shows us where California excels in making its residents happy, and where it falls short.
Consumer News
More Consumer News
Condiment prices up for Memorial Day 2023
Food staple prices have calmed down, but condiments are way up.
Check the price tag before grabbing a bottle of ketchup for your barbecue
Planning on squirting some ketchup on your hot dog at a barbecue this weekend? You may be seeing red.
Call Kurtis: Help! I've been billed for the wrong end!
A Sacramento viewer said she went in for an endoscopy and was charged for a colonoscopy. It was time to call Kurtis to investigate.
"I see the addiction": First Partner and youth advocates demand big tech companies protect youth from harm on social media
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom unveiled a new report with the California Partners Project on Wednesday showing the consequences social media is having on the youth.
Salmonella outbreak linked to Papa Murphy's cookie dough, S'mores bar dough
A salmonella outbreak that's sickened 18 people in six states is linked to Papa Murphy's raw chocolate chip cookie and S'mores bar dough, the CDC said Tuesday.
CBS13 Investigations
More CBS13 Investigations
CBS13 Investigates: Rising cost of sexually violent predators in California
According to state data, there's an increasing number of sexually violent predators living in the community on conditional release, which is leading to increasing concerns and an increasing cost to taxpayers.
Elevated lead levels found in water at one in four California childcare sites tested
New data reveals that high levels of lead in drinking water were at a quarter of the childcare centers tested statewide.
Highway hazmat incidents more of a risk than on railways
When it comes to toxic transport in California, the highway may be more risky than the rail.
Should parents have the right to know about lead in school drinking water?
Should parents have the right to know if their child is exposed to lead in school drinking water? Many health advocates and parents say yes, but loopholes in existing California law may leave parents in the dark and kids at risk.
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.
Call Kurtis
More Call Kurtis
Call Kurtis Investigates: Why was an 8-year Navy veteran buried without military honors?
When Gary Pearson signed his enlistment papers in 1955, he wrote a blank check for his life to the U.S. Navy. But to get taps played at his funeral, and an American flag presented to his family, the honor guard needed proof of his service. It's something his family didn't have.
Call Kurtis: Help! I've been billed for the wrong end!
A Sacramento viewer said she went in for an endoscopy and was charged for a colonoscopy. It was time to call Kurtis to investigate.
Call Kurtis investigation reopened: Los Angeles silent in face of parking ticket problem
A Dixon viewer said he and his wife were having lunch in Vacaville when the City of Los Angeles wrote him a parking ticket. It was time for Kurtis Ming to reopen an investigation from more than a decade ago, and this isn't the first time CBS13 has returned to the issue. In fact, viewers have been calling Kurtis about this problem since 2006.
Patients say pain pill crackdown left them with "excruciating withdrawals." How are they months later?
An Orangevale veteran says he's managed to have a life using the same dose of pain meds for decades. But suddenly, he lost access to the full amount.
Call Kurtis: Winter storms and refunding Disneyland trips
A Pine Grove family says the Southwest Airlines mess in December kept them from Disneyland. So when trip insurance wouldn't cover their losses, it was time to call Kurtis.
Wildfires
More Wildfires
Getting Answers: What does State Farm's updated insurance policy mean for Californians?
When State Farm recently announced it would not accept new home insurance policies in California, it sent a ripple effect throughout the market.
Judge says fire retardant drops are polluting streams but allows use to continue
A judge has ruled that the U.S. Forest Service can keep using chemical retardant to fight wildfires, despite finding that the practice pollutes streams in western states in violation of federal law.
Cal Fire working on reducing fire risk from the air
Cal Fire was down in Calaveras County Tuesday conducting a prescribed burn with an interesting piece of equipment not often seen.
"Fluctuating fire zones": How this year's wildfire risk will vary depending on environment
With California's wildfire season soon approaching, the question remains: what type of impact will the wet and rainy winter have on it?
More goat and sheep herds needed to clear abundant brush
A four-legged friend of the firefighter is in high demand after our wet winter, but these goats need to get going. For the first time in years, they're having trouble keeping up with all the grass and weeds standing tall after our torrential rainfall.
Uplifting News
More Uplifting News
"Micro-premies" born 40 years ago reunite with medical team that delivered them in Sacramento
It was a birthday party to celebrate survival 40 years in the making.
Bobi, the world's oldest dog ever, celebrates 31st birthday
Bobi, a Portuguese pooch who was declared the world's oldest dog by Guinness World Records in February, just celebrated his 31st birthday.
"I can feel the beauty:" Young Afghan refugee uses new talent to prove there's beauty in the struggle
With no official training, the 16-year-old has embodied a centuries-old art form. He's developed a unique style of synthesizing Arabic, English, and Latin scripts—each with personal meaning.
'Little hero:' Boy stops Michigan school bus with ill driver
A seventh-grader in suburban Detroit is being hailed as a hero.
"He's definitely our miracle child:" Young cancer survivor uses dance to raise money for cancer research
The resilient 8-year-old is getting the community on the dance floor to make a difference.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
Friday afternoon weather forecast - June 2, 2023
Meteorologist Tracy Humphrey shows us what kind of weather to expect this weekend.
'Small town with a big heart': Community rallies behind families of children hit in crosswalk
The Pollock Pines community continues to pray for the recovery of five children hit in a crosswalk Wednesday morning. Donations are coming in as the community rally behind the families.
Morning headlines - 06/02/2023
The latest headlines from around the region this Friday morning.
Best donuts in the U.S. is right here in Rocklin
Today is National Donut Day, and Yelp has named a Rocklin business the top donut shop in the country.
Friday morning weather forecast - June 2, 2023
Meteorologist Tracy Humphrey shows us what kind of weather to expect this weekend.