New reports warn of "untold human suffering" as climate goals fall short
Nations pledged to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, but three new U.N. reports show that the world is on track to hit nearly double that in less than 80 years.
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115-degree day overheats Twitter data facility in Sacramento
Twitter has several data centers across the country including here in Sacramento, but last week the high heat fried the equipment. We reached out to twitter which tells us service was not interrupted in the area but what does this mean for the future of the company in Northern California?
Heat wave causing hundreds of baby squirrels to fall out of their nests
A silicon valley animal rescue group says the squirrels fell out of their nests when the weather heated up.
Flex Alert extends into Friday as temperatures expected to be over 100 degrees
The extended Flex Alert issued by the state's power grid operator went into effect Thursday afternoon as officials encouraged residents to continue reducing their energy use to avoid possible rotating power outages amid more hot temperatures.
Hiker found dead 4 days after going to seek help for girlfriend
Heat was "likely a contributing factor" to Tim Sgrignoli's death, officials
Large staff walkout at Sacramento animal rehab center leads to increase at Auburn location
The extreme heat is affecting people and the power grid while also taking a toll on wild animals.
Thousands in Bay Area, NorCal lose power in rolling blackout order issued by mistake
Thousands of homes in Alameda, Healdsburg, Palo Alto and other Northern California cities lost power Tuesday evening following miscommunication about rolling blackouts.
Wednesday noon weather forecast - 9/7/22
Tracy Humphrey shows the latest weather forecast for the Sacramento region.
Heat wave continues to bake California and threaten power shutoffs
A record-breaking heat wave has baked the West for days -- fueling destructive wildfires and threatening rolling power shutoffs in California
Lights left on in downtown Sacramento buildings overnight as Californians asked to conserve
Not everyone is heeding the call for power conservation.
Tuesday afternoon forecast - Sept. 6, 2022
Find out just how hot things are expected to get, and when we're expecting some relief.
California lawmakers want ranking system for heat waves
There are plans underway to create an extreme heat warning scale in California. There are already scientific scales for dangerous weather. California lawmakers now want to start another ranking system for heat waves like the one we're having now.
Some restaurants see business spike following flex alerts
While families try to keep their homes cool during the flex alerts, they are leaving the cooking to the pros.
California officials warn of possible rolling blackouts if residents don't cut back on power
Monday is expected to be the hottest day of the year so far -- and could even be one of the hottest days ever in Sacramento.
California faces risk of power outages amid brutal heat wave
"This is about to get significantly more intense," utility official said as the mercury in some parts of the state hits 115 degrees.
Heat wave expected to get worse as the most vulnerable population copes with high temperatures
Sunday marked the fifth day in a row of Flex Alerts asking people to conserve energy.
Labor Day heat wave hits Sacramento
A heat wave has hit Sacramento, canceling events and forcing popular shops in Old Sacramento to close early.
"Chalk It Up" festival still on despite dangerous heat
Organizers are urging people to stay hydrated and to find shade whenever possible, though.
High temperatures force students indoors Thursday
The high temperatures are forcing some school districts to limit outdoor activities for students.
The differences between heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and a heat stroke
Record high temperatures have caused medical professionals to raise concerns about the possibility of heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat strokes.
California heat wave: Cooling centers opening around the region
The heat is on and is expected to stick around for a while.
List: Cooling centers open across Northern California as heat wave hits
Cities across the region are opening cooling centers as extreme heat bears down on California.
Excessive heat warnings issued over Labor Day weekend
Longtime records will be challenged in the Sacramento Valley, including the record high for downtown Sacramento, which stands at 114 degrees, set back in 1925.
Fragile power grid leads to Flex Alert extension to Thursday
California's power grid operator issued a Flex Alert Wednesday and before the day was over, extended the Flex Alert into Thursday, a sign the heat wave has only just started.
Extreme heat could possibly affect vehicles, travel plans
AAA has prepared for roughly 545,000 calls for service this upcoming holiday weekend.
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NOAA: Severe geomagnetic storm means Northern Lights may be seen as far south as NorCal
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a Severe Geomagnetic Storm Alert for most of the northern half of the US.
Diocese warns that former Stockton priest is still performing Masses illegitimately
A former priest is reportedly celebrating Masses and other events despite his dismissed status, the Diocese of Stockton warns.
"Bot" battle: Rosemont High School robotics team advances to world competition
The Rosemont High School Robotics team is heading to Houston for the International FIRST Championship Competition.
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.
Can bartenders convicted of serving teen alcohol be allowed back on the job?
CBS13 has learned new information about the investigation into the death of a 17-year-old who had just left a bar where he was served ten alcoholic drinks.
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NOAA: Severe geomagnetic storm means Northern Lights may be seen as far south as NorCal
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a Severe Geomagnetic Storm Alert for most of the northern half of the US.
Diocese warns that former Stockton priest is still performing Masses illegitimately
A former priest is reportedly celebrating Masses and other events despite his dismissed status, the Diocese of Stockton warns.
"Bot" battle: Rosemont High School robotics team advances to world competition
The Rosemont High School Robotics team is heading to Houston for the International FIRST Championship Competition.
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.
Can bartenders convicted of serving teen alcohol be allowed back on the job?
CBS13 has learned new information about the investigation into the death of a 17-year-old who had just left a bar where he was served ten alcoholic drinks.
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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.
"Save Del Paso Park": Community group calls for changes to save public park
It's a neighborhood battle to save a public park that's become more of an eyesore than an amenity.
Top brewers gather in Sacramento for annual Craft Beer Summit
Top brewers from across the state are in Sacramento this week for the annual Craft Beer Summit at the Sacramento Convention Center.
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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.
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.
Californians traveled to Colo. to burglarize Front Range construction sites
Six Californians have been charged with a wide range of crimes after police said they targeted 39 construction sites, stealing more than $1.1 million in construction property.
Water level at Shasta Lake is up, giving farmers and local businesses some hope
The largest man-made reservoir in California is currently just 40 feet below capacity, and business owners in the area are already expecting big crowds for the summer.
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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.
Florida Atlantic makes first Elite Eight, bounces Tennessee
Even before the tournament started, this was the unquestionably the greatest season in FAU history.
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.
UConn a step from Final Four after 88-65 blowout of Arkansas
ordan Hawkins scored 24 points for UConn and the Huskies are one step away from the Final Four after an 88-65 rout of Arkansas 88-65 in a West Region Sweet 16 matchup Thursday.
Nowell breaks NCAA assist record, KSU beats MSU 98-93 in OT
Markquis Nowell broke the NCAA Tournament record for assists in a game with 19, his last two on spectacular passes in the final minute of overtime, and Kansas State beat Michigan State 98-93 on Thursday night in a Sweet 16 thriller at Madison Square Garden.
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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.
Challenges to censor library books nearly doubled from 2022, report says
Organized censorship groups that compile lists of books to challenge "contributed significantly" to the increase, the American Library Association said.
Americans voice confidence in their banks, but inflation woes continue
They say government helps wealthy more than middle class amid bank issues.
Could Trump still become president if he's charged with or convicted of a crime?
While charges against a former president would be unprecedented, there is nothing in the Constitution that prevents someone who has been charged or convicted from serving.
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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.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
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.
Two additional deaths linked to bacteria in recalled eye drops, CDC says
A rare strain of bacteria found in recalled eye drops has been linked to dozens of infections, as well as cases of vision loss and surgical removal of eyes. This week, the CDC reported two additional deaths -- a total of three -- have been linked to the bacterial infection.
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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 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.
Call Kurtis: Make sure you're paying the right phone utility tax
When an El Dorado Hills viewer kept getting her phone lines taxed from a city she hadn't lived in for years, it was time to call on Kurtis Ming to investigate. It's something you may want to check on in your bill, too.
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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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NOAA: Severe geomagnetic storm means Northern Lights may be seen as far south as NorCal
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a Severe Geomagnetic Storm Alert for most of the northern half of the US.
Thursday night weather forecast - March 23, 2023
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting this weekend.
“Bot” battle: Rosemont Highs’ robotics team qualifies for international competition
The Rosemont High School robotics team will soon compete on the world stage.
Diocese warns that former Stockton priest is still performing Masses illegitimately
A former priest is reportedly celebrating Masses and other events despite his dismissed status, the Diocese of Stockton warns.
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.