NASA's first asteroid samples land on Earth after release from spacecraft
A space capsule carrying NASA's first asteroid samples has landed in the Utah desert.
Japan
Thieves may have sold radioactive scrap metal from Fukushima plant
Japan's environment ministry says workers stole and sold potentially radioactive scrap metal from near the tsunami-crippled Fukushima nuclear plant.
Unprecedented images show shipwrecks from Battle of Midway
A team spent 14 hours surveying Akagi, noting it was "the first time anyone has laid eyes on the vessel since sinking during June 1942's Battle of Midway."
California attorney general apologizes for office’s role in WWII internment camps
Rob Bonta apologized for his office, saying it used legal tools to deprive a generation of Japanese Californians.
Cherry blossoms coming to Sacramento: "Hanami Line" park breaks ground
The Hanami Line cherry blossom park is bringing the beauty of Japan to Sacramento. The Sacramento Tree Foundation broke ground for what will soon be 100 new trees, a multi-million dollar project expected to transform the Sacramento Waterfront.
Hanami Line cherry blossom park breaks ground in Sacramento
The name for the park, "hanami," translates from Japanese to "flower viewing."
Sacramento hidden gem Osaka-Ya: The family behind the mochi
A Sacramento family is keeping tradition and recipes alive as they serve up a bite-sized taste of Japan. Family establishment Osaka-Ya is one of the few remaining mochi shops in California and the only one in Sacramento.
Sacramento hidden gem Osaka-Ya: The family behind the mochi
A Sacramento family is keeping tradition and recipes alive as they serve up a bite-sized taste of Japan. Family establishment Osaka-Ya is one of the few remaining mochi shops in California and the only one in Sacramento.
A Japanese lunar lander crashed on the moon. NASA just found the evidence.
A camera team was able to identify what NASA called "an unusual surface change" near where the lander was supposed to end up.
"World's deepest fish" caught on camera — 27,000 feet below the surface
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
Japan tops defending champ U.S. 3-2, wins World Baseball Classic
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani struck out fellow Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout to end the game. Ohtani was voted the WBC's MVP and called it "the best moment in my life."
A mysterious, large metal ball was discovered on a beach in Japan
While the ball that appeared on the beach in Japan is not a floating balloon, it comes at a time of heightened concern over unidentified objects because of various spy balloon sightings.
U.S. ambassador to Japan is confident Japan will ban LGBTQ discrimination
Activists are urging the government to enact anti-discrimination legislation before Japan hosts the G-7 summit of industrialized nations in Hiroshima in May.
"He makes those around him shine": Close friends remembers Kyle Smaine after fatal avalanche
Kyle Smaine has been one of Brian Walker's closest friends, and the hours they spent filming and taking photos feel all the more important now. Smaine died in an avalanche while skiing in Japan earlier this week.
American pro reportedly among skiers killed by avalanche in Japan
Japanese officials were waiting to confirm the victims' IDs in the off-piste disaster, but a U.S. magazine and a photographer said Lake Tahoe's Kyle Smaine was one.
Stocks fall as recession fears weigh on market
"Disappointing U.S. data releases and hawkish Fed rhetoric are also adding to the risk-off mood," said one analyst.
Shiba Inu behind "Doge" meme has cancer and liver disease, owner says
In a series of Instagram posts, the dog's owner said she is in "very dangerous condition."
Billionaire invites a K-Pop star, 7 others on a free trip to the moon
"I look forward to my personal growth and returning to the earth as an artist with an inspiration," said South Korean rapper T.O.P.
Japan's oldest toilet damaged by vehicle
A building believed to house the oldest toilet in Japan faced its biggest threat in centuries on Monday when a conservation worker accidentally reversed his car into it, according to local officials.
North Korea ups the ante with first missile test over Japan in years
The test of the suspected Hwasong-12 rocket set off warning alarms in northern Japan, and drew a quick military response from the U.S. and South Korea.
Shinzo Abe, Former Japanese Prime Minister, Assassinated During Campaign Speech
Abe died from excessive bleeding and was pronounced dead at 5:03 p.m. local time, doctors at the Nara Medical University hospital said during a press conference on Friday.
Americans On Quarantined Ship In Japan To Fly Through Travis AFB On Return Home
Americans aboard a quarantined cruise ship in Japan will be flown back home on a chartered flight Sunday that will pass through the Travis AFB, and face another potential 14-day quarantine when arriving in the country, US officials said.
Japanese Cashier Arrested Uses 'Photographic Memory' To Allegedly Steal Credit Card Information Of 1,300 Customers
A store cashier in Tokyo been arrested on allegations of stealing the credit card information of 1,300 customers using just one tool -- his memory.
Local Japanese Americans Celebrate First Foothold In America
Samurai driven from Japan by civil war established the Wakamatsu Colony outside Placerville in 1869, near where the Gold Rush began
Scientists Think An Exotic Fish Hitchhiked From Japan To California In Tsunami Debris
Divers swimming in the cold, murky waters of Monterey Bay, California, say they've spotted a barred knifejaw fish that's native to Japan, Korea and China.
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Supreme Court begins new term with battles over agency power, guns and online speech
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Stockton teens injured in weekend drive-by shootings
Stockton has been rattled by a series of drive-by shootings and all of them have involved teens.
Man arrested after being bitten by sheriff's K-9 during standoff at government building in Sacramento
A man is now in custody following a two-hour-long standoff with police at the California Franchise Tax Board building in Sacramento.
Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
At least 9 killed when church roof collapses in Mexico, officials say
Police said about 100 people were inside the Santa Cruz church when the roof collapsed in the Mexican city of Ciudad Madero.
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Supreme Court begins new term with battles over agency power, guns and online speech
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Stockton teens injured in weekend drive-by shootings
Stockton has been rattled by a series of drive-by shootings and all of them have involved teens.
Man arrested after being bitten by sheriff's K-9 during standoff at government building in Sacramento
A man is now in custody following a two-hour-long standoff with police at the California Franchise Tax Board building in Sacramento.
Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
At least 9 killed when church roof collapses in Mexico, officials say
Police said about 100 people were inside the Santa Cruz church when the roof collapsed in the Mexican city of Ciudad Madero.
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Man arrested after being bitten by sheriff's K-9 during standoff at government building in Sacramento
A man is now in custody following a two-hour-long standoff with police at the California Franchise Tax Board building in Sacramento.
Firefighters faced with unique challenge while battling South Sacramento house fire
Firefighters had a unique challenge while battling a fire at a Sacramento home Sunday.
The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
Brawl at Sacramento kickball game leaves man unconscious
A kickball game that was part of a Sacramento sport and social league ended in a violent brawl that left one person knocked unconscious.
Police beef up patrols in Old Sacramento to crack down on crime
Sacramento police are beefing up patrols in Old Sacramento in an effort to reduce crime that's impacting local store owners there.
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California governor signs law to bolster eviction protections for renters
California's Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to close a loophole in a 2019 law that has allowed landlords to circumvent the state's rent cap.
A fight over precious groundwater in a rural California town is rooted in carrots
In a remote, dry patch of California farm country, a battle is raging over carrots.
Newsom gets pressure to appoint Barbara Lee to Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Feinstein leaves a political vacuum in Washington and Gov. Newsom is facing pressure by supporters of Congresswoman Barbara Lee to appoint her to the interim seat.
California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's body returns to San Francisco on military flight
A military jet carrying the body of California U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein has landed in her hometown of San Francisco.
The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
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Hernández hits three-run homer as Dodgers beat Giants 5-2
Brandon Crawford came off the injured list to play what might have been his final game after 13 seasons all with the Giants, and Kiké Hernández spoiled the veteran shortstop's likely farewell hitting a three-run homer to lead the division champion Los Angeles Dodgers past San Francisco 5-2.
Drury homers twice to send Angels past Athletics 7-3 in season finale
Brandon Drury homered twice, doubled and drove in three runs, and the Los Angeles Angels wrapped up their eighth consecutive losing season with a 7-3 victory over the major league-worst Oakland Athletics.
Damar Hamlin plays in first regular-season NFL game since cardiac arrest
After being a healthy scratch during the first three weeks of the 2023 season, Hamlin was used on the Bills' special teams unit for kick returns Sunday.
Tim Wakefield, Red Sox knuckleballer, dead at 57
Beloved former Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield died at the age of 57, the team announced on Sunday.
Garoppolo won't play against Chargers, leaving Raiders starting QB a mystery
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo was ruled out of Sunday's game at the Los Angeles Chargers because of a concussion.
Politics
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Supreme Court begins new term with battles over agency power, guns and online speech
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
McCarthy says "I'll survive" after Gaetz moves to oust him
"I think we need to rip off the Band-Aid," Rep. Matt Gaetz said of his plan to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership role.
California governor signs law to bolster eviction protections for renters
California's Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to close a loophole in a 2019 law that has allowed landlords to circumvent the state's rent cap.
Newsom gets pressure to appoint Barbara Lee to Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Feinstein leaves a political vacuum in Washington and Gov. Newsom is facing pressure by supporters of Congresswoman Barbara Lee to appoint her to the interim seat.
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75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
2023 Walk To End Alzheimer's kicks off Saturday in Sacramento
The Walk To End Alzheimer's in Sacramento kicks off Saturday morning. Its goal is to raise money to fight Alzheimer's and dementia.
EMS Memorial Bike Ride pedals across Northern California
A group of cyclists is making its way across Northern California this week to remember Emergency Medical Services personnel who have lost their lives.
After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
CVS Health pharmacists are being run ragged by insufficient staff and corporate quotas that jeopardize patient safety, protest organizers claim.
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Toys 'R' US to open stores across US, including at airports and cruise ships
The toy store's parent company announced an expansion of up to 24 flagship stores, as well as opening stores at airports and cruise ships.
"Way too high": California gas prices soar above $6 again
Gas prices are soaring to all-too-familiar levels. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded gas is more than $6 in California.
"Bienvenidos a Sacramento": Former TV journalist shines spotlight on Sacramento's Latino culture with Spanish podcast
A former TV journalist is shining the spotlight on Sacramento's rich Latino culture with the first-ever Spanish podcast in the capital city.
One Northern California city is now home to Tesla's 50,000th supercharger
Roseville is now home to a big green energy milestone. Tesla has placed its 50,000th supercharger in the city and it's hard to miss.
Heart health hack: Lodi man credits smart watch for saving his life, preventing heart attack
A simple hack is believed to have prevented a heart attack for one Lodi man — and the odds are high that most people already have the technology to do the same in their homes or even in their hands.
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A convicted fraudster was put in charge of California parolees, then he fraudulently used their identities in a $1 million COVID benefit scheme
Your tax dollars paid for a convicted fraudster to run a state-funded halfway house -- where he used stolen parolee identities to commit $1million worth of COVID-relief fraud.
Defense attorney for Placer County's first fentanyl murder charge ineligible to practice law
The defense attorney for the first fentanyl murder charge in Placer County is not eligible to practice law.
Roseville student pinned downed and handcuffed on campus - mom says school resource officer called it is "a misunderstanding" and blamed the school
"I thought he was safe at school. Instead, he was detained and handcuffed and humiliated in front of everybody."
D.A. Issues 30-Day Notice -- Homeless lawsuit against City of Sacramento likely.
The Sacramento County district attorney is set to sue the City of Sacramento over the downtown homeless crisis.
Will more "Sexually Violent Predators" get "transient release" due to lack of housing?
A Placer County judge is the latest to order "transient release" for a "Sexually Violent Predator" due to lack of housing. CBS News Sacramento has identified a spike in the number of sexually violent predators cleared for release into California communities. Now lawmakers are taking action.
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Call Kurtis Investigates: Woodland viewer sent to collections for online order she never got
Barbara Morton says her payment never went through for something she tried to buy online.
Call Kurtis: Blind and deaf Modesto senior loses life savings to check-washing scheme
A blind and deaf 87-year-old Modesto senior lost her life savings and blames her bank for it.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Placer County couple with baby scammed escaping Maui
A Lincoln couple vacationing in Maui with their baby says they were scammed trying to escape the island. It was time to call Kurtis to investigate.
Call Kurtis: How to save 50% or more on back-to-school shopping
You can get one-inch binders for a dollar. Twelve colored pencils, 24 crayons, or composition notebooks for 50 cents each. The Krazy Coupon Lady can keep you from overpaying on more than 80 back-to-school items.
Call Kurtis: Do I have an appendix?
A Roseville viewer says a recent trip to the emergency room left her confused about if she had an appendix. She called Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Wildfires
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Federal firefighters could walk off the job once pay bump expires
Pay hikes for federal firefighters are set to expire in October. A bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in 2021 provided a temporary pay bump for federal first responders.
U.S. Forest Service brings back rappel team to fight Northern California fires
The U.S. Forest Service brought its rappel program to the region after carefully re-examining its operations and equipment. Its rappelers have been deployed to fires multiple times this summer.
California regulators propose higher rates for PG&E customers to reduce wildfire risk
Power bills for about 16 million people in Northern California will likely increase soon.
Multiple agencies respond to vegetation fire in Valley Springs
Multiple firefighting agencies responded to a 35 acre vegetation fire that started near a motor home in Valley Springs Sunday.
Smoke-sniffing drones may be future of California wildland firefighting
When a wildfire breaks out, early detection is key in stopping it from spreading. Now, drones may be the latest technology that helps detect wildland blazes as soon as they break out.
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Sacramento father of 6 surprised with free car after biking miles to work for months
A single father of six children, ages 3 to 19, got the gift of a lifetime Thursday.
Roseville street named after fallen Marine Sgt. Nicole Gee
A Roseville street is being named after U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicole Gee. It's a show of solidarity for the young woman who was killed serving this country.
Folsom woman behind Maui book drive gets worldwide response
In one week, she's received donations from as far away as Australia and she says she's just getting started.
The Gerwig Effect: Sacramento native's success paving the road for next generation of filmmakers
"Barbie" is breaking box office records left and right, catapulting director Greta Gerwig to the spot of highest-grossing female director in domestic box office sales.
Folsom business donates proceeds to Maui fires relief efforts
Local businesses in our region are stepping up and donating proceeds from their sales to the Hawaii wildfire relief efforts.
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Dell'Osso family farm ready for fall
Another tradition is back open in Lathrop. Dell'Osso Family Farm is open for its 27th year. It bosts pumpkins and more.
Lodi Street Faire held Sunday
In Lodi, more than 500 vendors were present for the Lodi Street Faire.
Fall Fest aims to bring awareness of luxury housing project in Rancho Cordova
The fight to preserve 20 acres of wildlife habitat along the American River turned into a day of family fun. For 3 years, non-profit group ARP has hosted the Family Fall Fest. It’s designed to bring awareness to a luxury housing project they claim threatens the local ecosystem near Rancho Cordova's River Bend Park.
Fire damages mobile home in Lathrop
A fire damaged a mobile home in Lathrop on Saturday night. At around 10:30 p.m., firefighters were called out to a structure fire at 15820 S Harlan Rd, according to the Lathrop Manteca Fire Dist. The first units who arrived on the scene -- about five minutes after being dispatched -- found heavy fire coming from a mobile home.
Battling fire at South Sacramento home poses challenge for firefighters
Firefighters had a unique challenge while battling a fire at a South Sacramento home Sunday. According to the Sacramento Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched to a residential fire in the 5200 block of Corvet Way. When the units arrived, they found heavy fire coming from a two-story home.