'Hurts Just A Hair Flashier Than Tua' Brent Stover On Heisman Race At Midway Point
CBS Sports Network college football host Brent Stover discusses the current Heisman Trophy race, with Oklahoma QB Jalen Hurts in the lead.
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Randy Cross: USF, Quinton Flowers Could Get Off To A Really Hot Start
College football season gets underway this weekend. Who are the contenders? Sleepers? Heisman watch players? CBS Sports' Randy Cross gives his thoughts.
The Grant Napear Show featuring Doug Christie: Dan Wolken
USA Today college football reporter Dan Wolken joined the show to break down the final rankings of college football along with who he thinks will win the Heisman. Listen to that plus more... HERE!
Beware Of The September Heisman Candidate
Two weeks in, the hype is building, but past years have taught us that September Heisman winners are rarely end of year winners.
Heisman Trophy 2015: Can Stanford's Christian McCaffrey Make It Two Straight For Pac-12?
Stanford's Christian McCaffrey made a late push to make it to New York as a Heisman Trophy finalist. Can he win Stanford's first Heisman Trophy since 1970?
Heisman Trophy 2015: Is Alabama's Derrick Henry Still The Favorite?
Alabama running back Derrick Henry looks to pick up the second Heisman Trophy in Alabama history, but will he stay ahead of a late surge from Stanford's Christian McCaffrey?
Dissecting The Heisman Finalists' Candidacy
The three Heisman trophy finalists had outstanding season. So here's the question: Who should win?
Washington To Pick Up 5th-Year Option On Robert Griffin III
Johnny Manziel Says He "Let Down" Fans
Heisman Watch: Oregon's Marcus Mariota Will Win 2014 Heisman Trophy
Later this week the Heisman Trophy will add one new member to the most exclusive fraternity in sports. It is widely expected that Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota will hear his name announced as the 2014 Heisman Trophy winner, which would make him the first player in program history to win the highest individual honor in college football.
Heisman Finalists: Oregon's Marcus Mariota, Alabama's Amari Cooper, Wisconsin's Melvin Gordon
Mariota is considered the clear the front-runner to win the 80th Heisman on Saturday night in New York. He would become the first Oregon player to earn college football's most famous player of the year trophy.
Heisman Watch: Conference Championship Games Set Stage For Big Moments From Heisman Favorites
This week's slate of conference championship games not only serves as an appetizer or opening round to the College Football Playoff, but it doubles as the grand stage for this year's top Heisman candidates to showcase their stuff and perhaps offer a signature Heisman moment before the votes are due.
Heisman Watch: Mariota And Gordon Leading The Race Down Final Stretch
Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota looks to be the favorite this season, but Wisconsin running back Melvin Gordon also has a decent shot to win the award. Everybody else may be playing for third place.
Heisman Watch: J.T. Barrett Has Led Ohio State's Resurrection As Playoff Contender
If you are looking for this year's young rising star with a shot to win the Heisman Trophy, look no further than Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett. The freshman starting quarterback has stepped into a tough spot and has grown and matured along the way with terrific results.
Heisman Watch: Wisconsin's Melvin Gordon Ready For Heisman Showdown With Abdullah
This week, Melvin Gordon leads the Wisconsin running game against another Heisman candidate and his ground game, Nebraska and Ameer Abdullah. The running back showcase should double as this week's Heisman Trophy Spotlight Game.
Heisman Watch: Auburn QB Nick Marshall's Campaign Fueled By Road Victories
Auburn has three Heisman Trophy winners in school history. Quarterback Nick Marshall is a rising candidate in this year's race, and signature moments in November could end up naming him the fourth Auburn player as the Heisman Trophy winner.
Heisman Watch: TCU's Trevone Boykin This Year's Hidden Gem
TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin has been the face of a dynamic offense taking the Big 12 by storm, catapulting the Horned Frogs into the thick of the College Football Playoff mix.
Heisman Watch: Marshall's Rakeem Cato Should Be Considered For A Trip To New York
As far as numbers go, Rakeem Cato is a very good player, but to make a run to New York, he will have to go on a tear in the second half of the season.
Heisman Watch: Notre Dame's Everett Golson Goes Head-To-Head With Reigning Heisman Winner, Jameis Winston
There is no disputing which game deserves the Heisman spotlight game this week. Notre Dame and Florida State will offer the biggest stage for a pair of Heisman Trophy candidates, Everett Golson of Notre Dame and the reigning Heisman Trophy winner from Florida State, Jameis Winston.
Heisman Watch: Mississippi State's Dak Prescott Is More Than Tim Tebow 2.0
As the season has seen the rise of Mississippi State football, quarterback Dak Prescott has emerged on the scene as one of college football's best. Is Prescott the best player in college football?
Heisman Watch: Why Michigan State Should Fear Ameer Abdullah Of Nebraska
Nebraska has three Heisman Trophy winners in its storied football history. Running back Ameer Abdullah has a shot to become the school's fourth Heisman winner.
Heisman Watch: Can Alabama's Amari Cooper End Heisman Drought For Receivers?
Every season is different when it comes to the Heisman Trophy, but history suggests it will be very tough for Alabama wide receiver Amari Cooper to have a legitimate shot at striking a pose in New York at the end of the season.
Heisman Watch: Jameis Winston's Repeat Bid Against History
As long as Florida State remains in the College Football Playoff conversation, Jameis Winston will be given plenty of opportunities to create his next Heisman moment.
Heisman Watch: QB Marcus Mariota Hopes To End Oregon's Heisman Drought
There have been some worthy candidates since the Ducks became recognized as a national power in the sport, but quarterback Marcus Mariota may have the best chance to finally end that Heisman drought in Eugene.
Heisman Watch: Kenny Hill Thrilled But It Is A Long Season
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Single mom loses kids' childhood memories to rats in Placerville storage unit
A woman was disgusted with what she found crawling through her storage unit. She now wants others to know the risks with rats -- before they rent.
Temperature records could fall in Northern California as heatwave arrives Tuesday
An excessive heat watch goes into effect Tuesday morning and will extend all the way through Friday night. That's we'll see near-record to record-high temperatures.
Tracy city councilman talks about mounting monkeypox problems after diagnosis
Arriola told the Senate Select Committee on monkeypox about a mountain of challenges, starting with his doctor not having testing supplies.
Decade-long mitigation spared some towns from Caldor Fire
In the decade leading to the Caldor Fire, the agency treated 1,000 acres in the wildland-urban interface.
2 shot, 1 dead, at Stockton grocery store
One person is dead and the other injured following a shooting at South Side Market in Stockton Sunday night.
Actress Anne Heche taken off life support
Anne Heche, the Emmy-winning film and television actor whose dramatic Hollywood rise in the 1990s and accomplished career contrasted with personal chapters of turmoil, died of injuries from a fiery car crash. She was 53.
Sheriff's office says Kiely Rodni was wearing hoodie with words "odd future" the night before she disappeared
The Placer County Sheriff's Office has identified another piece of clothing that Kiely Rodni was wearing at the party the night before she disappeared.
Body of missing Oakland swimmer found in Sacramento River near Rio Vista
The body of a man who went missing in the Sacramento River near Rio Vista has been found.
Man accused of rock-throwing assault at midtown business arrested
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Single mom loses kids' childhood memories to rats in Placerville storage unit
A woman was disgusted with what she found crawling through her storage unit. She now wants others to know the risks with rats -- before they rent.
Temperature records could fall in Northern California as heatwave arrives Tuesday
An excessive heat watch goes into effect Tuesday morning and will extend all the way through Friday night. That's we'll see near-record to record-high temperatures.
Tracy city councilman talks about mounting monkeypox problems after diagnosis
Arriola told the Senate Select Committee on monkeypox about a mountain of challenges, starting with his doctor not having testing supplies.
Decade-long mitigation spared some towns from Caldor Fire
In the decade leading to the Caldor Fire, the agency treated 1,000 acres in the wildland-urban interface.
2 shot, 1 dead, at Stockton grocery store
One person is dead and the other injured following a shooting at South Side Market in Stockton Sunday night.
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Man accused of rock-throwing assault at midtown business arrested
Police have arrested a man who allegedly assaulted someone at a shop in midtown over the weekend.
Volunteer group pulls thousands of pounds of trash from Arcade Creek
Dozens of volunteers pulled thousands of pounds of trash from Arcade Creek on Sunday. It's part of a major effort to keep Sacramento's waterways healthy.
One Go-Kart stolen from Sacramento racing team that raises money for childhood health care recovered
Person arrested Sunday after police say the thieves were able to cut a hole in the bottom of the trailer and slowly remove each kart.
Concern about Bird Flu leads to drainage of ponds at Land Park
The water that is pumped out will be used to irrigate the park's grass.
Genetic genealogy identifies suspect in brutal 1970 killing of Sacramento-area woman
A suspect has finally been identified in a Sacramento-area murder case that had gone cold for years.
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Actress Anne Heche taken off life support
Anne Heche, the Emmy-winning film and television actor whose dramatic Hollywood rise in the 1990s and accomplished career contrasted with personal chapters of turmoil, died of injuries from a fiery car crash. She was 53.
More than 2,000 California mental health clinicians poised to strike this week
Thousands of mental health therapists at the country's largest non-profit HMO are poised to strike this week, holding daily picket lines and rallies outside Kaiser Facilities throughout California.
San Bernardino County puts secession measure on ballot
Voters in Southern California's San Bernardino County will soon get to say whether they want the county to potentially secede from the state.
Report: California slow to get unemployment benefits to workers
California delayed or improperly denied unemployment benefits for roughly 6 million people during the pandemic because state policies "do not prioritize getting benefits to workers quickly," according to a nonpartisan report released Monday by the Legislative Analyst's Office.
Scientists say dry lightning, which has caused some of California's most destructive fires, could happen more often
Dry lightning has ignited some of the most destructive and costly wildfires in California history, a new study shows.
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Lance's deep TD pass leads 49ers to 28-21 win over Packers
Trey Lance flashed his big arm in a brief preseason stint for San Francisco with a 76-yard touchdown pass to speedy rookie Danny Gray and the 49ers beat the Packers 28-21 on Friday night.
Ulonzo Gilliam, Jr. almost transferred just before breaking a UC Davis record. He returned to make a legacy.
Ulonzo Gilliam, Jr. almost transferred just before breaking a UC Davis record. He returned to make a legacy.
Damia Viader started his career for legendary club FC Barcelona. Now he's starring with Sacramento Republic
Damià Viader started his career for legendary club FC Barcelona. Now he's starring with Sacramento Republic FC.
'Niner Knuckleheads' set to serenade the Faithful at Levi's Stadium
In the stands Friday at Levi's Stadium when the 49ers face off against the Packers will be two lifelong music-making superfans aka the Niner Knuckleheads.
Giants mourn passing of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum
The San Francisco Giants on Thursday mourned the loss of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum, who passed away after battling breast cancer.
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Man crashed into barrier near Capitol before shooting himself, police say
Capitol Police said the man did not appear to be targeting any members of Congress, who are on recess.
Mar-a-Lago search warrant released, reveals FBI seized top-secret classified documents
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Gavin Newsom picks 1st Latina state Supreme Court chief justice
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has nominated current state Supreme Court Associate Justice Patricia Guerrero as the next chief justice.
Trump says he took the Fifth in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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Tracy city councilman talks about mounting monkeypox problems after diagnosis
Arriola told the Senate Select Committee on monkeypox about a mountain of challenges, starting with his doctor not having testing supplies.
San Joaquin county holds its first clinic offering new COVID vaccine
Dr. Maggie Park says in its clinical trial that Novavax had a 90% efficacy rate.
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.
Sacramento County issues public health emergency declaration over monkeypox
Sacramento County officials have proclaimed a public health emergency over the monkeypox outbreak.
Roseville man, a great-great grandfather, celebrates his 105th birthday
Richard Cheevers has lived through two global pandemics and two world wars.
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Price of bacon is increasing in the US but it's not just because of inflation
Inflation may be slowing overall, but food prices are still sky-high.
Rental scam stays up a week after being reported by landlord
After waiting more than a week for Zillow to take down a fraudulent listing of her property, a Sacramento landlord called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Some new vehicles don't perform well in new crash test
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested its next batch of vehicles against a taller, heavier, faster barrier like the trucks and SUVs out on the road today. But some of the most popular cars in the country didn't fare so well.
Here's why gas prices are sinking
Prices at the pump continue to sink, providing relief to inflation-weary consumers and an economy mired in a slowdown.
California settles with Rent-A-Center, alleges overpricing
Rent-A-Center will pay $15.5 million to settle California's allegations that it misled and overcharged tens of thousands of customers.
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Man accused of dismembering senior had been released early from prison
The Placer County district attorney is demanding answers from CDCR about why the man arrested for killing and dismembering a 77-year-old woman had been released from prison after serving less than half his sentence.
Wage theft rampant in California despite state's strict industry laws; how you might be affected
Wage theft is a crime that has cost California workers an estimated $2 billion a year.
California establishes fund for victims of solar fraud
Some say they didn't get what they were promised. Others say they never even got their equipment installed. But thankfully, the state has set aside millions to help reimburse these folks.
Roughly half of families impacted have applied to FEMA's funeral expense relief program
FEMA set aside billions of dollars for a relief program to help people with common end-of-life expenses, offering funeral reimbursement of up to $9,000. CBS13 has learned that as of June, only about half of the families of victims have filed claims with FEMA, a rate reflected here in California, as well.
How Sacramento County is bucking the national trend of murder cases going unsolved
In a collaboration with CBS News, CBS Sacramento is examining why crime is often going without punishment in our country.
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Price of bacon is increasing in the US but it's not just because of inflation
Inflation may be slowing overall, but food prices are still sky-high.
Rental scam stays up a week after being reported by landlord
After waiting more than a week for Zillow to take down a fraudulent listing of her property, a Sacramento landlord called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Some new vehicles don't perform well in new crash test
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested its next batch of vehicles against a taller, heavier, faster barrier like the trucks and SUVs out on the road today. But some of the most popular cars in the country didn't fare so well.
Viewer calls Kurtis after spotting confusing freeway signs during morning commute
When a South Sacramento woman noticed some confusing freeway signs and several close calls, she reached out to California's Department of Transportation about the issue. But after weeks of not hearing anything back, she called Kurtis to investigate.
Call Kurtis: Pet shelters, gas prices, and insurance
Area animal shelters are overwhelmed. The problem is being blamed on delayed care during the pandemic and inflation.
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Decade-long mitigation spared some towns from Caldor Fire
In the decade leading to the Caldor Fire, the agency treated 1,000 acres in the wildland-urban interface.
Wildfire continues to burn in Yosemite National Park
Lightning-caused blaze discovered last week now estimated at 167 acres
Plum Fire in the Tahoe National Forest prompts large response
The fire began at roughly 4 p.m. in the area of Lafayette Ridge.
Grass fire near Antelope burns 15 acres
Firefighters are battling a grass fire near Antelope that has burned 15 acres so far.
PG&E undergrounding power lines, says it decreases chances of fire by 99%
In an area damaged by the Caldor Fire, PG&E will put six miles of overhead lines underground. That is a portion of the 175 miles of undergrounding that the company says they will complete this year.
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Pennsylvania waitress shocked to receive $3,000 tip
A customer at a restaurant in Pennsylvania left a hefty $3,000 tip on a $13.25 bill, much to the surprise of his server.
California State Fair Unveils New Safety And Security Measures Ahead Of Opening
After being canceled for the last two years due to the pandemic, the fun is back at the California State Fair but with a focus on safety.
Tired Of Waiting On The City, South Sacramento Twin Sisters Clean Up Neighborhood Sidewalk Themselves
Twin sisters from south Sacramento decided they could not wait any longer to clean up their neighborhood.
Firefighters Rescue Kitten Trapped In Tennessee Walmart Pepsi Machine
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Rochelle Wu Of Woodland, 16, Qualifies For US Girls' Junior Chess Championship
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First Garlic Festival in Stockton drew large crowd, organizers say
The first Garlic Festival in Stockton drew a massive turnout, according to organizers. People visited the fairgrounds for all things garlic -- we're talking everything from garlic sauce to ice cream, and a whole lot more.
CBS13 News PM News Update - 8/14/22
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Body of swimmer missing in Sacramento River near Rio Vista found
On Wednesday, 20-year-old Carlos Estevez of Oakland was swimming with family and friends in the Sandy Beach area when he disappeared. Several public agencies had searched for Estevez. Family members have positively identified the body recovered south of Sandy Beach.
Kaiser mental health workers to strike Monday
Nearly 2,000 Northern California Kaiser mental health workers are expected to walk off the job. It comes after failed contract talks between Kaiser Permanente hospital and union leaders.
Ceres Police take man into custody after motel standoff
Police arrested a Modesto man on parole for homicide after an hours-long standoff Saturday afternoon in Ceres.