California bill that would legalize Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes hits Newsom's desk
Cannabis cafes could soon become legal in California – that is, if the governor signs the bill into law.
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Cannabis cafes could soon become legal in California
Some experts say the further loosening of laws could help the struggling legal pot industry in California. Read more now.
California lawmakers OK bills banning certain chemicals in foods and drinks
California lawmakers are working through hundreds of bills before the legislative session ends on Thursday.
Dozens of smuggled people found working in 'horrible' conditions at illegal California pot plant
Dozens of people who apparently were smuggled into the United States were found working and living in "horrible" conditions at an illegal marijuana plant in California's Central Valley, authorities said Thursday.
Dozens of smuggled people found working in 'horrible' conditions at illegal Central California pot plant
Authorities in California's Central Valley say they've found dozens of people working and living in "horrible" conditions at an illegal marijuana plant.
Volunteers will soon be sought for controlled California study into driving while high
California's Department of Motor Vehicles will soon be looking for volunteers to light up a joint and get behind the wheel.
Volunteers will soon be sought for controlled California study into driving while high
California's Department of Motor Vehicles will soon be looking for volunteers to light up a joint and get behind the wheel. Read more here.
Growing concerns about California's cannabis industry
Some shops are saying they are facing an extinction event.
Record number of workers test positive for cannabis, study shows
The number of general employees testing positive for marijuana following an on-the-job accident has hit a 25-year high.
Marijuana harms development in first trimester of pregnancy, study finds
If you are pregnant and use any form of cannabis product, consider stopping.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder starts cannabis nonprofit to support social causes
The nonprofit aims to get people convicted of nonviolent cannabis offenses out of prison.
4/20's founding fathers recall long, strange trip to pot holiday
How the marijuana-loving world came to mark the occasion is believed traceable to five Northern California men now in their 60s with bad backs and graying hair.
Open marijuana use is socially acceptable, most say
Americans divided on whether they would want a licensed recreational marijuana business in their neighborhood.
3 ships intercepted, 2 of them sink, over 4 tons of drugs seized
In all, seven arrests were made and more than 700,000 doses of the drug were seized, officials said.
Cannabis-legal California battling surging illegal marijuana operations
For Bill Jones of the California Department of Cannabis Control, it was just another Tuesday.
Marijuana and driving: California lacks legal THC limit
It's been seven years since California legalized marijuana for adults. But the state still has no legal limit on how much is too much before you get behind the wheel of a car.
City leaders allow pot shop to open next to drug rehab center
Sacramento city leaders have decided that a controversial cannabis shop can open up next to a drug rehab center
Sacramento city leaders decide pot shop can open next to drug rehab center
On Tuesday night, Sacramento city leaders decided a controversial cannabis shop can open up next to a drug rehab center, but not before business owners on both sides tried to convince the city council to vote their way in this pot shop showdown.
Stockton teen among 2 arrested after Pacifica cannabis business burglary
A Stockton teen was one of the two suspects arrested in connection to the burglary of a cannabis business in Pacifica over the weekend.
Adult drug use rose during pandemic, but dropped dramatically in youth, study says
Use of marijuana and other substances dropped in teenagers during the first year of the pandemic, according to a new study.
South Sacramento business owners clash over proposed marijuana dispensary
A clash over cannabis is heating up as two small business owners battle it out in a south Sacramento neighborhood over a proposed new marijuana dispensary.
Rats in India eat over 1,500 pounds of marijuana stored by police
If the rats are guilty as charged, they might now be taking things easy. A 2016 study by the University of British Columbia found the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana made lab rats lazy.
City offers help to Sacramento-area marijuana businesses amid rising crime
Sacramento-area marijuana businesses are increasing security after a growing number of crimes. Now, the city is offering to help them pay for some high-tech protection.
Sacramento's newest marijuana dispensary first to be backed by city-sponsored program
Monday was the opening night for a new marijuana dispensary in Sacramento, and this store is getting off the ground with help from a city-sponsored program.
California pot company sued after customers claim pre-rolled joints not strong enough
Two disgruntled customers are suing a California marijuana company, alleging that their prerolled joints were not as strong as claimed.
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NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Gavin Newsom, Ron DeSantis to debate in November on Fox News
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California Capitol Airshow 2023
The annual California Capital Airshow wrapped up in Mather Sunday. The event features scores of jets on the ground and in the sky, and honors veterans as well. The airshow is a non-profit that gives back to the community through scholarships, donations, and youth programs.
Sacramento's Raceway Park closing its doors for good
It's a sad day for racers at Sacramento's Raceway Park.
Events in Sacramento this weekend as summer ends
As summer officially ends Friday, there's no shortage of outdoor events across Sacramento to keep people busy this weekend.
Downtown Sacramento "nuisance" liquor store has liquor license suspended for serving minors
A liquor store that's been at the center of chaos in downtown Sacramento had its liquor license suspended and now has 180 days to sell or transfer the license to another owner.
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Gavin Newsom, Ron DeSantis to debate in November on Fox News
It's official: California Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to debate Republican presidential candidate hopeful Ron DeSantis.
Megan Rapinoe gets triumphant send-off as United States beats South Africa 2-0
Megan Rapinoe got a triumphant send-off, and the United States beat South Africa 2-0 on Sunday.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
Cal Fire scores successes using A.I. to spot wildfires
Cal Fire says it has a new tool to battle wildfires before they explode -- artificial intelligence.
California law banning gun magazines of more than 10 rounds struck down by federal judge
A federal judge has struck down a California law banning gun magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.
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Taylor Swift roots for Travis Kelce at Kansas City Chiefs game
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce later walked out of Arrowhead Stadium together, further fueling to the speculation that they are dating.
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Megan Rapinoe got a triumphant send-off, and the United States beat South Africa 2-0 on Sunday.
Ex-NHL player Nicolas Kerdiles killed in motorcycle crash at age 29
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10th inning RBI single lifts Dodgers over Giants
Chris Taylor's line-drive single lifted the Dodgers past the Giants 3-2 on Sunday night.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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It's official: California Gov. Gavin Newsom is set to debate Republican presidential candidate hopeful Ron DeSantis.
"A nightmare": Yosemite tourism industry braces for government shutdown
With less than a week to reach a bipartisan deal to avert a government shutdown, worry over a stalemate in Washington has already reached California.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed several bills aimed at bolstering the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people.
Cassidy Hutchinson on the price of speaking out
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Bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks vetoed by Gov. Newsom
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
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The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
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Shimano recalls nearly 700,000 bike cranksets after reports of injuries
Shimano's recalled bonded crank parts can "separate and break," causing consumers to crash, according to CPSC.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
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Insurance and supply issues hamper this year's commercialized Covid-19 vaccine campaign
On Wednesday, the Department of Health and Human Services said it was working to smooth any hiccups.
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Recent lawsuits target companies that misrepresent how food is advertised and what it actually looks like
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Getting Answers: Is West Sacramento's Target banning teens?
A West Sacramento Target is the subject of controversy after talk of a policy banning teenagers was floated to the public.
Call Kurtis: How to save 50% or more on back-to-school shopping
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Do not use certain pregnancy, ovulation, UTI tests, FDA warns
The FDA warned that consumers shouldn't use certain tests manufactured by California-based Universal Meditech Inc., including those that test for pregnancy, ovulation and urinary tract infections.
Taco Bell accused of false advertising, skimping on fillings
A New York man says the Mexican Pizza he purchased only contained half of the amount of beans and beef advertised online and in-store.
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Call Kurtis Investigates: Woodland viewer sent to collections for online order she never got
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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.
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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.
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Call Kurtis: Do I have an appendix?
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Call Kurtis: My Fridge is Broken and Out of Warranty
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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.
How does Cal Fire spot smoke from a new fire when the sky is already smoky?
Smoke from the wildfires burning up north has found its way into the Sacramento Valley creating poor air quality. Much of the area is already under a red flag warning due to the low humidity, high wind and high temperatures.
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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
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New program helps Native American students explore their culture through art
The exhibit runs through the end of the month at the Yuba Sutter Arts and Culture Center in Marysville.
Woodland viewer sent to collections for online order she never got
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Monday afternoon weather forecast - Sept. 25, 2023
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Lunch Break: Pristine grapes
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Car crashes into tree in Sacramento, bursts into flames
The scene was near X and 28th streets early Monday morning.