Here's where chain controls are in effect for Sierra highways
Snowfall and slick roads were impacting drivers across the Sierra on Wednesday. Here is where chain controls are in effect.
Snowfall and slick roads were impacting drivers across the Sierra on Wednesday. Here is where chain controls are in effect.
Pacific Gas and Electric crews in Vacaville started storm prep ahead of this past weekend's storm, but now the damage is done and they are aiming to restore power to those still in the dark by the end of Thursday.
Gabriel Vega showed us the hole left behind in the living room roof of his parents' Vacaville home when a tree went down and struck through the ceiling like a javelin.
A significant earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on Friday morning.
A significant earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on Friday morning.
A series of strong storms are hitting Northern California this week causing concerns for communities with burn scars from recent fires.
After a quiet weekend, another round of wet weather returns Wednesday bringing several impacts to Northern California. Here's what the First Alert Weather team is watching.
In the Sierra Foothills, a flood watch that goes into effect Wednesday morning had people preparing Tuesday. Here are sandbag locations around the Sacramento region.
A suspect remains at large after one person was shot in a Placer County community along the west shore of Lake Tahoe, authorities said Monday.
Monday night was quiet across the Sierra and Sacramento Valley after snow and rain slammed each Monday morning and overnight Sunday, a quick storm that was mostly over by late afternoon.
Since 2008, Joe Schwartz and his wife, Becky, have been hammering out a business plan around the game of cornhole. It started in a backyard.
It's a winter sport with a wild twist. Skiers and snowboarders at Heavenly Resort got a little too close to a black bear this weekend.
From buried in the snow to a heroic rescue: Minutes after two men were swallowed by the deadly avalanche at Palisades on Wednesday morning, they jumped into action to save lives.
Snow activity increases through the day Wednesday with another round of heavy snow and gusty wind on the way. Wednesday will be a First Alert Action Day for the foothills and Sierra as travel will be difficult to impossible.
There hasn't been as much snow in the Sierra to date compared to last year. However, a second Sierra storm within a week is being welcomed by scientists at the UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab.
As ski season ramps up and California's resorts become packed, some people will venture into the backcountry in search of the perfect conditions. This new book aims to keep skiers safe.
A storm is bringing snow and gusting winds to the Sierra, creating whiteout conditions.
Caltrans crews are working nonstop to prepare for Saturday's snowstorm, marking the Sierra Nevada's second significant snowfall event this year.
An Aryan Brotherhood prison gang member confessed to murder at a Northern California prison to maintain his status in the gang, prosecutors said Wednesday. Another member entered a similar plea last month.
It was a disappointing start to California's water year as state regulators on Tuesday conducted the first snow survey of the season at the Phillips Station, where there seemed to be more dirt than snow.
Debbie Barnes may just be "Mrs. Claus" in disguise. Step into her quiet Browns Valley farmhouse, and you will find Christmas magic in every corner.
It is, at long last, state football championship weekend in California, and some Sacramento-area teams are headed down to Los Angeles. Folsom High School has had its share of elite quarterbacks in its history, and it may have another.
Rain and snow have developed across the region Wednesday, creating slick roads for drivers from the valley to the passes. Here's what we're watching for the next few days.
A coroner has identified the man who was shot and killed at a Woodland strip mall over the weekend.
Showers return to Wednesday's forecast and will linger through Thursday. Snow levels are expected to drop across the Sierra and could cause delays for drivers heading over the passes.
Police in Antioch are investigating the armed robbery of two Contra Costa County Fair employees early Monday morning who were depositing the fair revenue, according to authorities.
The full list of hurricane names for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season include Alberto, Joyce and Kirk.
An active search is underway on the San Joaquin River for a missing person after a boat capsized early Thursday morning.
Three people have died, including a suspect shot by law enforcement officers, after a standoff in Rancho Cordova early Thursday morning.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said that the six tons of meth were found in hundreds of packages hidden in the shipment.
This storied cruise ship was the inspiration behind "The Love Boat" and even appeared in a Bond film.
Hartselle Way in the immediate area is expected to be closed for a significant amount of time as detectives investigate the scene.
The town of Loomis is gearing up for a major grand opening. Thursday marks the official opening of a new Costco there and the second in Placer County.
A city program is offering grants to north Sacramento businesses that can pay for things like new signs, exterior painting, more lighting, and outdoor gathering spaces.
Police in Antioch are investigating the armed robbery of two Contra Costa County Fair employees early Monday morning who were depositing the fair revenue, according to authorities.
A city program is offering grants to north Sacramento businesses that can pay for things like new signs, exterior painting, more lighting, and outdoor gathering spaces.
After a CBS13 report, the City of Sacramento cleared a growing homeless encampment that was impacting a small business.
Goats and sheep are commonly used to help reduce wildfire threats by clearing away dry brush, but another flock is being deployed to help fight flooding in Sacramento County.
A woman who was riding on the outside of a light rail train car died after falling off in Rancho Cordova, officials said Tuesday night.
A man in south Sacramento has a warning for his neighborhood after he was attacked by two dogs at his home on Saturday night.
The California Department of Transportation is issuing an emergency response to permanently clear homeless encampments under state-owned property.
California Democrats are pushing back on transgender notification policies inside of schools. On Wednesday, a bill was introduced that would ban such policies.
Dozens of ride-share and delivery drivers gathered on the steps of the California Supreme Court ahead of the oral arguments to possibly overturn Proposition 22.
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
Everything seems to be getting more expensive, and that includes fast food. It's no longer considered cheap. But, have you heard of fast food dupes?
Butker shared controversial thoughts on many topics during his speech — Pride month, COVID-19 and women in the workplace among them.
Sacramento Kings big man Domantas Sabonis has been named to the 2023-24 All-NBA Third Team, marking the second straight season he has earned the honor.
David Patrick has stepped down as Sacramento State's men's basketball head coach to take a job as LSU's associate head coach.
On Tuesday, the Yolo High Wheelers, based in Davis, took the field for the first time to mark the opening day of its inaugural season against the Rocky Mountain Vibes.
The gymnastics G.O.A.T Simone Biles earned the highest overall score at the U.S. Classic and was the top scorer in the floor exercise with her performance to Taylor Swift's "...Ready For It?"
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
A bill from a Bay Area lawmaker that would ban legacy admissions at public and private colleges in California has passed the State Assembly.
The California Department of Transportation is issuing an emergency response to permanently clear homeless encampments under state-owned property.
California Democrats are pushing back on transgender notification policies inside of schools. On Wednesday, a bill was introduced that would ban such policies.
A bill before California lawmakers would require new cars sold in the state in coming years to beep a warning whenever drivers exceed the speed limit by at least 10 mph.
In a bipartisan vote, the California State Senate approved a bill from a Bay Area lawmaker aimed at targeting social media addiction among children and teens.
May is Older Americans Month and this year, a 90-year-old man is showing just how high seniors can soar.
Some bags of Pedigree dry dog food could pose a health hazard to pets, Mars Petcare warned in a recall posted by the FDA.
Health authorities are watching for signs the virus might be starting to accelerate again after a springtime lull in COVID rates.
The Placer Veteran Services, an organization dedicated to aiding veterans, is working around the clock filing a record number of health care claims.
The town of Loomis geared up for a major grand opening with Thursday marking the official opening of a new Costco.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
From rock concerts to food festivals, tourists attending Sacramento events are providing a big boost to the local economy.
A Stockton small business owner is realizing her dream of helping others achieve their own health and wellness dreams.
Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst?
A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023.
CBS News California has identified a spike in the number of "sexually violent predators" who are being granted conditional release by the Department of State Hospitals amid an ongoing struggle to find housing for the men. The reporting prompted several proposed changes to state law, but, one by one, the bills are dying inside California's capitol.
They fought for fentanyl legislation, but it was killed before lawmakers even got to vote. Four grieving moms wanted to know why. They're uncovering the truth using a new AI tool designed to help everyday Californians hold lawmakers accountable. They discovered powerful lawmakers killed the popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting.
The California State Capitol Capitol doesn't generally work the way people think it does. We're following bills prompted by our reporting, to show you how things really work inside California's Capitol.
Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers?
A national scam involving panhandling is now reaching streets in Northern California.
If you look up at the roof of Andrea Bokreta's Sacramento home, you won't find solar panels. She decided against them after meeting with a representative for Solar company Freedom Forever in February 2023.
Everything seems to be getting more expensive, and that includes fast food. It's no longer considered cheap. But, have you heard of fast food dupes?
Eric Stevens planned to buy his 90-year-old mom a wheelchair with his tax refund. Instead, he got a lousy piece of paper from the Franchise Tax Board saying they intercepted $1,483 — his entire tax refund.
El Dorado County fire officials want to remind you of safe burning methods as several vegetation fires have popped up this past month.
With fire season fast approaching, communities are getting creative about how they prepare before a fire ever sparks.
It's a good time to do some spring cleaning around the yard to make sure your home is prepared for the upcoming fire season, and in California, everyone should prepare.
Beavers. They've had a bad reputation. Many call them pests, but they're far from it. They play such an important role in our ecosystem that their work can even curtail wildfires.
A former Grizzly Flats resident received a shocking notice this week that her insurance is being invoiced for debris removal related to the Caldor Fire, which decimated the El Dorado County town in 2021.
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire.
Meet Frannie the dog, Instagram's newest fitness influencer.
A Yuba City mom started a baseball team for kids with physical and intellectual disabilities after finding her 11-year-old son with Down Syndrome didn't have anywhere to play.
A Sacramento nonprofit is teaming up with a local credit union to give back so seniors can safely do basic tasks like bathing or exercising. Those lending a helping hand are also a group of seniors.
An active search is ongoing on the San Joaquin River for a missing person after a boat capsized early Thursday morning.
The Sacramento County Fair will run through Monday.
The 148,000 square-foot warehouse sits along Sierra College Boulevard.
A CBS News California investigation finds damage claims from potholes and debris on California freeways tripled in just the first half of 2023, while Caltrans cut damage payouts in half. CBS News California investigates why.
A person is missing after a boat capsized in the San Joaquin River in the Lathrop area.