Inmate dies while in custody at the San Joaquin County Sheltered Housing Unit
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office has opened an investigation after an inmate died at the Sheltered Housing Unit Monday afternoon.
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Sacramento County Main Jail inmate dies after being found unresponsive in his cell
An investigation is underway after the death of an inmate at the Sacramento County Main Jail.
San Quentin death row inmate dies of natural causes at 69
A prison inmate who spent more than 30 years on California's death row for beating to death a woman and her 2-year-old daughter during a burglary died early Wednesday of natural causes, state corrections officials said.
Yuba County Jail inmate dies from fentanyl poisoning
An inmate at the Yuba County Jail died earlier this month from fentanyl poisoning, authorities said Wednesday.
California prison guard who killed inmate sentenced to 12 years behind bars
A California correctional officer was sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison on Monday for causing the death of an inmate in 2016 and pepper-spraying another because he thought it was "funny."
Inmate's death at California State Prison - Sacramento being investigated as homicide
Felipe Rodriguez was allegedly attacked by two other inmates in the maximum-security yard Tuesday.
Woman charged with murder, accused of smuggling drugs to inmate via kiss
The inmate swallowed a balloon pellet filled with half an ounce of methamphetamine and died at a local hospital.
Prison guard from Elk Grove pleads guilty in California inmate's death
A correctional officer from Elk Grove who was fired from his job in 2018 pleaded guilty Monday to federal charges stemming from two on-duty 2016 assaults, one of which was fatal, under a plea agreement in which prosecutors will seek less than 13 years in prison when he is sentenced in October.
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Sacramento police again investigating series of vehicle burglaries at American River Commons complex
People who live in a Sacramento apartment complex are cleaning up and paying up after a rash of car break-ins in their parking lot.
Religious leaders speak out after shooting at Sikh temple leaves 2 hospitalized
Parishioners gathered Monday afternoon to make things clear: they condemn the actions taken by both parties involved in the shooting and they say they are thankful no innocent bystanders were injured.
Lyft announces new CEO, says co-founders will step aside from management positions
Lyft announced on Monday that Amazon veteran David Risher will join as chief executive next month, and that co-founders Logan Green and John Zimmer will step down from their management positions at the ride-hailing company.
Sergio Romo retires as Giant after pitching one final time
Sergio Romo retired as a San Francisco Giant just the way he wanted, pitching one final time for the team he helped to win three World Series championships and then calling it a career Monday night.
Kings lose to Wolves 119-115, playoff berth still one win away
The Sacramento Kings will have to wait a little longer to officially punch their ticket to the postseason for the first time since 2006 after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-115 at the Golden 1 Center on Monday night.
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Sacramento police again investigating series of vehicle burglaries at American River Commons complex
People who live in a Sacramento apartment complex are cleaning up and paying up after a rash of car break-ins in their parking lot.
Religious leaders speak out after shooting at Sikh temple leaves 2 hospitalized
Parishioners gathered Monday afternoon to make things clear: they condemn the actions taken by both parties involved in the shooting and they say they are thankful no innocent bystanders were injured.
Lyft announces new CEO, says co-founders will step aside from management positions
Lyft announced on Monday that Amazon veteran David Risher will join as chief executive next month, and that co-founders Logan Green and John Zimmer will step down from their management positions at the ride-hailing company.
Sergio Romo retires as Giant after pitching one final time
Sergio Romo retired as a San Francisco Giant just the way he wanted, pitching one final time for the team he helped to win three World Series championships and then calling it a career Monday night.
Kings lose to Wolves 119-115, playoff berth still one win away
The Sacramento Kings will have to wait a little longer to officially punch their ticket to the postseason for the first time since 2006 after losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-115 at the Golden 1 Center on Monday night.
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Madonna adds January 2024 stop in Sacramento for her "Celebration Tour"
An iconic recording artist has added a Sacramento stop to her global tour.
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.
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State lawmakers pass bill aimed to create watchdog over oil companies
California lawmakers on Monday approved the nation's first penalty for price gouging at the pump, voting to give regulators the power to punish oil companies for profiting from the type of gas price spikes that plagued the nation's most populous state last summer.
First Alert Weather: Another powerful late-season storm heads toward California
Another powerful Pacific storm system approaching California on Monday was expected to bring rain, wind and heavy mountain snow, forecasters said.
Coffee drinkers get more steps but also less sleep, study finds
Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages worldwide, but the pendulum has swung back and forth about its benefits and drawbacks.
California looks to spend some Medicaid money on housing
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed spending more than $100 million per year in the state's Medicaid program to pay for up to six months of housing for people who are or risk becoming homeless; are coming out of prison or foster care; or are at risk for hospitalization or emergency room visits.
Boy, 7, found dead off California coast near where mom died
The body of a 7-year-old boy was found in the ocean off central California days after his mother died in the same area, authorities said.
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First timers Miami, FAU, San Diego State join UConn in NCAA's Final Four
For the first time, no team is seeded better than No. 4
One Win Away: Kings beat Jazz 121-113, inching closer to playoff berth
Kevin Huerter scored a team-high 27 points and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 121-113 on Saturday night. Sacramento is now one win away from clinching a playoff spot and ending the longest postseason drought in NBA history.
Raider legend Tim Brown coaches local youth at 22nd Football Mentor Mini Camp
Raider legend and Hall of Famer Tim Brown was coaching kids not just in football, but the game of life.
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.
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What to know as Kamala Harris kicks off her 3-nation Africa tour
Harris opened her visit in Ghana, announcing $100 million in support for a handful of nations to address security, governance and development issues.
Manhattan grand jury investigating Trump hears from key witness
Grand jurors investigating the former president's role in a "hush money" payment met Monday and heard from Trump ally David Pecker, sources said.
Elizabeth Warren running for 3rd US Senate term in 2024
Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren announced Monday that she will seek a third term in 2024.
Capitol Police seeking $840 million budget ahead of 2024
If approved, the budget would give Congress' internal police department an annual budget larger than the police departments of several major American cities.
Netanyahu fires defense minister, sparking mass protests
Tens of thousands of Israelis poured into the streets in protest after Netanyahu's announcement, blocking Tel Aviv's main artery.
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How scientists are decoding what the past smelled like
A growing number of researchers now want to reconstruct ancient aromas and use them to learn more about how we used to live.
Coffee drinkers get more steps but also less sleep, study finds
Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages worldwide, but the pendulum has swung back and forth about its benefits and drawbacks.
March Madness brings an increase in vasectomies
March Madness is the time of the year when vasectomy appointments fill up the fastest because men are ready to recover on the couch.
California looks to spend some Medicaid money on housing
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed spending more than $100 million per year in the state's Medicaid program to pay for up to six months of housing for people who are or risk becoming homeless; are coming out of prison or foster care; or are at risk for hospitalization or emergency room visits.
Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to increase in heart attacks, strokes
A commonly used artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to Cleveland Clinic research.
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Call Kurtis: Why won't AAA cover my tow?
Treacherous driving in a storm ended up taking a car off the road. But these viewers had AAA, so why didn't roadside assistance cover the tow?
Homes of the future are being built inside a climate lab
Research shows more than half of the energy we use at home comes from heating and air conditioning, but in the UK, engineers are busy building homes of the future inside a climate lab to help cut costs and save the environment.
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.
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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: Why won't AAA cover my tow?
Treacherous driving in a storm ended up taking a car off the road. But these viewers had AAA, so why didn't roadside assistance cover the tow?
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."
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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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Police again investigating series of vehicle burglaries at local apartment complex
People who live in a Sacramento apartment complex are cleaning up and paying up after a rash of car break-ins in their parking lot.
Latest on shooting at Sacramento Sikh temple
Brady Halbleib has the full report.
Gregg Lukenbill talks Kings as team is closing in on a clinch
Steve Large spoke with the man who purchased the team and brought them to Sacramento.
Kings loss to Wolves keeps them 1 game away from playoff berth
Andrew Haubner takes a look back on the day after the Kings playoff dreams were delayed just a bit longer.
State lawmakers pass bill aimed to create watchdog over oil companies
State lawmakers are inching closer to finding out after passing a bill that would not only investigate the causes but also stop unreasonable price hikes.