40-foot endangered sperm whale washes ashore in Oregon
The whale was found dead and covered in gashes on Saturday. A necropsy later revealed that the animal was fatally struck by a ship, officials said.
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Fan buying famed 'Goonies' house in Oregon, listed for $1.7M
The listing agent for the Victorian home featured in the "The Goonies" film in Astoria, Oregon, said this week the likely new owner is a fan of the classic coming-of-age movie about friendships and treasure hunting, and he promises to preserve and protect the landmark.
Human skull found in backpack next to Oregon interstate
This is at least the second time in recent years that a human skull has been discovered along the state's interstate.
California couple disappears while traveling through Oregon in motorhome
Charles, 81, and Kathleen, 79, Waller were reportedly in the Glide area on or around Oct. 23 while they were driving to their home in Boulder Creek, California in their motorhome.
Police seize from driver enough fentanyl to kill more than 4 million people
Police in Eugene this week seized enough fentanyl to kill over four million people, from a single person.
Biden begins 3-state western swing with midterms weeks away
President Biden will make the case for Democrats and his administration's accomplishments.
13 malnourished dogs rescued from boarding business in Oregon
Animal control officers rescued 13 malnourished dogs from a pet grooming and boarding business in Grants Pass on Wednesday, according to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office.
Employee who attempted to disarm gunman among victims of Safeway shooting
Bend Police identified the victims as 84-year-old Glenn Edward Bennett and 66-year-old Safeway employee Donald Ray Surrett Jr., who was hailed as a hero for attempting to disarm the shooter.
Lawsuit alleges that utility company started the deadly McKinney Fire
A new lawsuit accuses a utility company of starting the deadly McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County. The lawsuit, filed in Sacramento County, claims the flames were sparked by electrical equipment belonging to Pacificorp. The Oregon-based company provides electricity to people in Siskiyou County. The fire went on to kill four people and burned down 185 homes and other buildings, Fire investigators have not yet determined a cause for the blaze.
Memorial for Spencer Webb set for Saturday at Christian Brothers
A public memorial for Spencer Webb will be held at Sacramento's Christian Brothers High School on Saturday.
Memorial for Spencer Webb set for Saturday at Christian Brothers High School
Spencer Webb died earlier this month in a cliff diving incident near Eugene, Oregon.
Oregon Man Dies In Hospital After November Hit-And-Run In Tracy; Suspect Sought
Tracy police said Cody Crawford had multiple surgeries but never regained consciousness after being hit by a car on November 28. He died from his injuries on Saturday.
Recall: Beef Processed By Oregon Company And Sold In California Could Contain E. Coli
The meat was sold at several stores, including Walmart and WinCo
Oregon-Born Gray Wolf, OR93, Dies After 'Epic' Trek Through California
OR93, an Oregon-born gray wolf that thrilled biologists as it journeyed far south into California, was found dead after apparently being struck by a vehicle.
NorCal Man Arrested, $2.2M Worth of Pot Seized After U-Haul Truck Stopped In Oregon
A Northern California man was among two arrested after law enforcement seized about $2.2 million in marijuana found stuffed in plastic bags in a U-Haul truck on Interstate 5 near Albany, Oregon, police said Thursday.
Stockton Woman Convicted Of Child Sex Trafficking
A jury this week found a Stockton woman guilty of sex trafficking children, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced.
Local Ham Radio Hero Saves Friend's Life Hundreds Of Miles Away
A San Joaquin County man is credited with saving his friend's life from hundreds of miles away. A small black ham radio travels with Bill Scott everywhere.
Attempted Murder Suspect Accused Of Shooting Girlfriend In Face Arrested In Oregon, San Joaquin Sheriff Says
The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said a man wanted for attempted murder after he allegedly shot his girlfriend in the face was arrested in Oregon.
Sacramento Man Sentenced To Prison For Failing To Register As Sex Offender
A Sacramento man has been sentenced to several years in prison Monday for charges including not registering as a sex offender.
Gray Wolf Travels From Oregon To Central California, Further Than Any Collared Wolf Before
A dispersing gray wolf has moved deeper into California than any collared wolf before, traveling from Oregon to Central California likely in search of a new pack or mate, officials said.
California Couple Wanted For Killing California Man In Oregon Hotel Room Arrested In Stanislaus County
Authorities arrested two people in Stanislaus County in connection to the murder of a California man in an Oregon hotel, the Grants Pass Department of Public Safety announced.
1 Californian, 3 Oregonians Arrested So Far After Deadly U.S. Capitol Riot
Police in Washington, D.C. have identified four people -- one from California and three from Oregon -- who were arrested in connection to a mob of pro-Trump supporters who violently stormed the U.S. Capitol and the events afterward.
Oregon Boy's Yoda Gift To Wildfire Firefighters Traveled To California, Now In Colorado
When 5-year-old Carver learned about the wildfires ravaging his home state of Oregon, he told his grandmother Sasha Tinning he wanted to do something to help the heroes on the front lines.
California Man Claims He Hit 26 Cars On Oregon Highway
Oregon State Police is requesting information from anyone who may have been a witness to reckless driving or a victim of a crash after a man said he hit 26 vehicles while driving along Highway 101.
'Greater Idaho' Movement Pushing For Conservative Parts Of Oregon, NorCal To Join Idaho
Some people in Oregon are petitioning to leave the state – but they don't want to move, they want to move the Oregon-Idaho state line.
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Black history musical debuts in Sacramento, takes show on road
Ahead of Black History Month, a group is showing history through a new lens.
At least 1 killed in South Sacramento house fire
At least one person was killed in a south Sacramento house fire Tuesday night.
Tracy police release bodycam footage of officer shooting knife-wielding teen
The officer-involved shooting is one of just three in the last twenty years at the Tracy Police Department. The chief of police said, in this instance, the officer on scene had no choice but to fire his gun.
Sheriff: Teen left with life-threatening injuries after shooting in south Sacramento
Authorities are investigating after a teen was shot in the south Sacramento area Tuesday evening.
Sacramento County Sheriff's office shares law cadet training program in light of Tyre Nichols' death
The death of Tyre Nichols is once again putting a spotlight on law enforcement, specifically on how they are trained.
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Black history musical debuts in Sacramento, takes show on road
Ahead of Black History Month, a group is showing history through a new lens.
At least 1 killed in South Sacramento house fire
At least one person was killed in a south Sacramento house fire Tuesday night.
Tracy police release bodycam footage of officer shooting knife-wielding teen
The officer-involved shooting is one of just three in the last twenty years at the Tracy Police Department. The chief of police said, in this instance, the officer on scene had no choice but to fire his gun.
Sheriff: Teen left with life-threatening injuries after shooting in south Sacramento
Authorities are investigating after a teen was shot in the south Sacramento area Tuesday evening.
Sacramento County Sheriff's office shares law cadet training program in light of Tyre Nichols' death
The death of Tyre Nichols is once again putting a spotlight on law enforcement, specifically on how they are trained.
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3 underutilized state buildings in downtown Sacramento to be turned into housing
Three underutilized state office buildings in downtown Sacramento will be turned into housing.
Despite real estate marketing cooling, Sacramento remains a top destination for homebuyers
The housing market has cooled in recent months, but Sacramento remains one of the most sought-after metro cities in the country to move to, according to Redfin
1 person detained after fire at Sacramento duplex
One person was detained after a residential attic fire in Sacramento early Tuesday morning.
Jo Koy adds second date in Sacramento at Golden 1 Center
Fil-Am comedian Jo Koy is set to visit Sacramento and perform for two nights as part of his 2023 world tour.
Sacramento skateboarding community remembers Tyre Nichols
The death of Tyre Nichols is sending shockwaves through Sacramento, where he lived before moving to Memphis two years ago.
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California releases its own plan for Colorado River cuts
California released a plan Tuesday detailing how Western states reliant on the Colorado River should save more water. It came a day after the six other states in the river basin made a competing proposal.
Ex-California solar firm executive sentenced for $1B fraud
A former executive of a California solar power company was sentenced Tuesday to 6 1/2 years in prison and ordered to pay nearly $620 million in restitution for his role in a $1 billion fraud scheme, federal prosecutors said.
Dog rescued after becoming trapped under rocks on SF's Ocean Beach
A dog was rescued from a tight spot on San Francisco's Ocean Beach earlier this month.
Self-driving semis focus of California rules, legislation
As California regulators explore new rules to put self-driving semi-trucks on the road, labor unions are rushing to the state Legislature to ask for a new law they say will protect their jobs — the start of a debate that could shape the future of the nation's nearly $900 billion trucking industry.
California climate bill would make companies disclose emissions
Democratic lawmakers in California introduced a package of climate bills Monday aimed at holding corporations accountable for their greenhouse gas emissions.
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Fox, Lyles help Kings outlast Timberwolves 118-111 in OT
De'Aaron Fox scored 32 points and Trey Lyles had eight of his 11 points in overtime for the Sacramento Kings, who outlasted the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-111 on Monday night.
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.
49ers remaining 2 QBs injured as Eagles soar in NFC Championship, 31-7
The Eagles soared into the Super Bowl, forcing both of San Francisco's quarterbacks out of the game with injuries and beating the wounded 49ers 31-7 in the NFC championship.
Hurts, Eagles soar into Super Bowl, rout 49ers for NFC title
For the first time in five years, the Eagles are heading back to the Super Bowl.
Pascal Siakam scores 26, Raptors top Pacific-leading Kings
Pascal Siakam had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Toronto Raptors beat the Pacific Division-leading Sacramento Kings 113-95 on Wednesday night.
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Experts warn of child care industry turmoil ahead
An end to federal pandemic funding this year could send prices for child care up, forcing businesses to close, and people — especially moms — out of the workforce.
3 underutilized state buildings in downtown Sacramento to be turned into housing
Three underutilized state office buildings in downtown Sacramento will be turned into housing.
Vice President Kamala Harris to attend Tyre Nichols' funeral
Harris will join several other White House officials in Memphis.
Video of Trump deposition in N.Y. fraud probe shows him taking the Fifth
Exclusive: CBS News obtained video of a portion of the deposition, which includes Trump saying, "Anyone in my position not taking the Fifth Amendment would be a fool."
Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
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Sacramento County prepares for lifting of COVID-19 emergency orders
With COVID-19 emergency orders set to be lifted, Sacramento County is making sure its vulnerable populace has help.
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.
Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
Utah becomes first state to ban gender-affirming care for trans youth in 2023
"Trans kids are kids — they deserve to grow up without constant political attacks on their lives and health care," wrote the ACLU's Utah chapter on Twitter.
Surgeon General says 13 is 'too early' to join social media
US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says he believes 13 is too young for children to be on social media platforms, because although sites allow children of that age to join, kids are still "developing their identity."
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Call Kurtis scam alert: Fake law-enforcement fines
Crooks around the country have been successfully stealing money by convincing people they may go to jail.
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.
Call Kurtis: Do you have to pay federal taxes on your gas tax rebate?
A San Joaquin County viewer was surprised to get a 1099-MISC for his Middle Class Tax Refund of $700. When Brian Johnson of Morada entered the info into the tax program he was using to file his taxes, it showed he owed the IRS more money. California says it would not tax the money.
You won't win: California Lottery warns players against buying tickets online
The California Lottery is warning players against buying tickets on the internet.
High cost of eggs force consumers to look to local sources
The price of eggs is higher than they have ever been before. The higher cost is causing more people to buy their eggs from local sources.
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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.
Exposing The Black Graduation Gap
Overall, graduation rates are up on California State University campuses. But stubborn racial inequities remain. In partnership with CalMatters, CBS Sacramento examined the graduation equity gaps on CSU campuses.
"We leaned into the uncomfortable": How some CSUs are working to close the Black graduation gap
The California State University system graduates Black students at lower rates than other groups – but why, and what can be done to fix it?
Justice Delayed: A tale of two counties. Could Sacramento have the solution to court backlogs statewide?
While at least one California court is so backlogged that judges are dismissing hundreds of criminal cases, the Sacramento County Superior Court is bucking the trend of delayed justice.
Handcuffs in Hallways: Thousands of California children are being arrested on K-12 campuses. Why?
In California, police were called at K-8th grade campuses more than 10,000 times in a single year and data reveals that students with disabilities were far more likely to be arrested than their non-disabled counterparts.
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Call Kurtis scam alert: Fake law-enforcement fines
Crooks around the country have been successfully stealing money by convincing people they may go to jail.
Call Kurtis: Weddings, refunds, and fire country
The Mosquito Wildfire forced an engaged couple to do the unthinkable: pull off a wedding somewhere else, with one day's notice.
Call Kurtis: The warranty on my portable generator is about to expire
The clock was ticking down with only six months left on the warranty when a viewer started having problems.
Call Kurtis: Do you have to pay federal taxes on your gas tax rebate?
A San Joaquin County viewer was surprised to get a 1099-MISC for his Middle Class Tax Refund of $700. When Brian Johnson of Morada entered the info into the tax program he was using to file his taxes, it showed he owed the IRS more money. California says it would not tax the money.
Call Kurtis: The total is rising, but where's the gas?
A Sacramento viewer reached out to Kurtis with some surprising video from a local gas station: The total kept rising but no gas was coming out.
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$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.
Cal Fire encourages residents to create defensible space with more wet weather on the way
Recent rains have been heaven-sent during California's years-long drought, but concerns over flash flooding in wildfire burn scar areas have fire crews watching and working.
From devastation to inspiration, Foresthill students study wildfire prevention
In the wake of the devastation, a new generation of foresters is taking interest in wildfire prevention.
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"We want them to be confident": Sacramento nonprofit helps blind seniors sharpen cooking skills
Local seniors with vision loss are sharpening their cooking skills thanks to the Society For The Blind.
"Love at first sight': Foster pets find forever homes during happy holiday season
You may remember when people lined up outside the Front Street Animal Shelter right before Christmas last year to offer up their homes over the holidays so pets didn't spend them alone in a kennel. It's well into 2023 and time to bring them back, but CBS13 learned many just can't seem to let go.
A new giraffe was born at the Sacramento Zoo
The Sacramento Zoo announced on Monday the birth of a female giraffe.
Sacramento woman with 9 college degrees talks turning 102, secret to living long
Shirley Allen was surrounded by family and met with applause as she blew out the large candles on her 102nd birthday Tuesday, Jan 17. For more than a century, Allen has marked another year gone by, but she's never taken one for granted.
'I had to do it to save everyone': Man breaks into school and shelters more than 20 people from blizzard
As a deadly and historic blizzard barreled through Erie County, New York, last weekend, some residents found themselves in a dire scenario -- stranded in howling snow with nowhere to go, their cars dwindling in gas supply with police unable to come to the rescue.
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Sacramento police poised to get another armored vehicle
City leaders approved another heavy-duty military truck.
Black history musical debuts in Sacramento, takes show on road
Ahead of Black History Month, a group is showing history through a new lens.
Major changes on the way for Capitol Mall
It's a solution to the problem created by the enormous empty buildings.
House fire turns deadly in south Sacramento
At least one person was killed in a south Sacramento house fire Tuesday night.
Bodycam footage released of Tracy police shooting
The officer-involved shooting is one of just three in the last twenty years at the Tracy Police Department. The chief of police said, in this instance, the officer on scene had no choice but to fire his gun.