Teen rescued after dangling from Foresthill Bridge 700 feet up in Northern California
A teen's call for help came as he became stuck hundreds of feet up in Placer County Monday.
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West Park High student arrested, accused of making "swatting" threat at school
Police say they've identified the suspect behind the West Park High threat Thursday that resulted in a lockdown and a large response both from police and from concerned parents.
Judge delays release of sexually violent predator in Placer County over lack of fixed address
The debate continues regarding the release of a sexually violent predator in Placer County.
Hearing being held Friday morning in Placer County about placement of sexually violent predator
As authorities grapple with where to place the man, neighbors are digging in against it.
Rural Placer County road near Lincoln sinking; extended closure in place
The Placer County Sheriff's Office says part of Garden Bar Road over the Doty Ravine is sinking.
Placer County residents continue to rally against release of sexually violent predator
A sexually violent predator is expected to be released in Placer County, and it's continuing to create a firestorm of protests. A heated meeting was held in Sacramento over the looming release of William Robert Stephenson.
Placer County population explosion leads to dire need for more schools
Census data shows Placer County is becoming a desirable spot for families, especially those with young children.
Roseville murder suspect Eric Abril pleads not guilty to escape from custody
Eric Abril, the accused Roseville park shooter, pleaded not guilty for his Sunday escape from Sutter Roseville Medical Center.
Could better green belt management have helped with Eric Abril search in Rocklin?
An area where people walk, run and fish turned into a space for a suspected murderer to hide. Escaped inmate Eric Abril was found in a Rocklin green belt near Antelope Creek on Monday.
Fentanyl case leads to historic murder conviction in California county struggling with overdoses
The Placer County District Attorney's office announced Friday a drug dealer is convicted of murder after he sold drugs to a Roseville teenager last summer.
Animal remains illegally dumped on Placer County country road frequented by litterbugs
An investigation is underway after someone dumped animal remains on Dyer Lane just northwest of Antelope. The area has seen illegal dumping problems for years now.
Placer County Sheriff's deputy arrested on suspicion of rape
Placer County deputy has been arrested on suspicion of rape.
Lincoln man charged with transporting minor for criminal sexual activity
Federal charges have been filed against a Lincoln man for a series of sex-related offenses involving a minor.
Crews responding to vegetation fire threatening structure near Loomis
Firefighters are responding to a vegetation fire that is threatening a structure near Loomis on Saturday afternoon.
CBS13 Investigates: Rising cost of sexually violent predators in California
According to state data, there's an increasing number of sexually violent predators living in the community on conditional release, which is leading to increasing concerns and an increasing cost to taxpayers.
Roseville Yard Disaster: Memories smolder 50 years after ammo train eruption
It's been called the disaster lost in history: A local town, long before it became a bustling city, was rocked by explosions.
Placer County warns visitors of fast, cold rivers ahead of warmer temperatures
A recent drowning in Nevada County is renewing calls to be careful during what is expected to be a longer snowmelt than usual.
A car crashed into the second story of a home, injuring one person
One person was injured due to a car crashing into the second story of a home, according to CAL FIRE and Placer County Fire Department.
Gravel from Placer County road repairs being blamed for broken windows
Broken windows have drivers concerned about a busy stretch of road on Interstate 80. What's behind the incidents?
At least 1 dead in Hwy. 65 crash in Roseville
At least one person is dead in Roseville after a major crash.
Parole denied again for killer Daniel Bezemer; why he's had 5 parole hearings in 5 years
Parole has been denied again for Daniel Bezemer, the killer who killed his girlfriend, Justine Vanderschoot, in 2003.
After mudslide assessment in Placer County, officials downgrade evacuation notice
On Tuesday, a slide slammed into a house on Ben Taylor Rd. where no one sustained injuries.
Wrongful-death lawsuit filed in connection with Granite Bay crash that killed 4
A deadly, single-car crash that killed four fathers in Granite Bay just days before Christmas is now the focus of a wrongful death lawsuit.
Heavy snowfall and gusting winds bringing travel in El Dorado County to a halt
Heavy snow and strong winds are hitting El Dorado County hard. The dangerous conditions forced dozens of schools to close. Families are staying home in freezing conditions.
Interstate 80 drivers stuck in Colfax waiting out storm
A drive up Highway 80 came to a sudden stop at exit 135 in Colfax. Crews shut down the highway where visibility dropped to zero.
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New suspect arrested in 1987 cold case murder of 6-year-old Vallejo boy
Jeremy Stoner was abducted from near his Vallejo home in 1987. His body was later found four days later on Sherman Island in Sacramento County.
49ers give contract extensions to coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch
The San Francisco 49ers have given coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch multi-year contract extensions.
33 apartment units displaced after fire at Carmichael complex, Metro Fire says
Dozens of units at a Carmichael-area apartment complex have been displaced after a fire late Friday morning.
Tip from mandated reporter at Sacramento-area school leads to arrest in child sexual abuse case
Authorities say a mandated reporter from a local school led detectives to arrest a Sacramento-area man on suspicion of child sexual abuse.
Homecoming dance rescheduled after shelter-in-place at Winters High prompted by ongoing juvenile dispute
A short shelter-in-place was implemented at Winters High School on Friday morning, prompting some homecoming events to be rescheduled.
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New suspect arrested in 1987 cold case murder of 6-year-old Vallejo boy
Jeremy Stoner was abducted from near his Vallejo home in 1987. His body was later found four days later on Sherman Island in Sacramento County.
49ers give contract extensions to coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch
The San Francisco 49ers have given coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch multi-year contract extensions.
33 apartment units displaced after fire at Carmichael complex, Metro Fire says
Dozens of units at a Carmichael-area apartment complex have been displaced after a fire late Friday morning.
Tip from mandated reporter at Sacramento-area school leads to arrest in child sexual abuse case
Authorities say a mandated reporter from a local school led detectives to arrest a Sacramento-area man on suspicion of child sexual abuse.
Homecoming dance rescheduled after shelter-in-place at Winters High prompted by ongoing juvenile dispute
A short shelter-in-place was implemented at Winters High School on Friday morning, prompting some homecoming events to be rescheduled.
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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.
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.
Recent wildfire smoke has reversed decades of climate progress, Stanford study finds
A new Stanford study reveals just how detrimental toxic wildfire smoke has been on air quality after years of progress to fight climate change.
Bomb squad, hazmat investigate container releasing smoke at south Sacramento bus stop
A suspicious container caused a stir after it was found to be releasing smoke near a bus stop in the south Sacramento area late Thursday afternoon.
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Wildfire-prone California announces new rules for property insurance pricing
A new plan from California's insurance commissioner aims to keep the nation's top insurers from leaving the wildfire-prone state.
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 AG sues anti-abortion organizations for unproven treatment to reverse medication abortions
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued an anti-abortion group and a chain of anti-abortion counseling centers, saying the organizations misled women when they offered them unproven treatments to reverse medication abortions.
Powerball jackpot grows to $725 million after no winning ticket Wednesday
Powerball players now have the chance to win an estimated $725 million jackpot this weekend after Wednesday night's drawing produced no big winner.
California truck drivers ask Gov. Newsom to sign job-saving bill as self-driving big rigs are tested
California lawmakers and union leaders are asking Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign a bill that would save jobs as large self-driving trucks are tested on public roads.
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49ers give contract extensions to coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch
The San Francisco 49ers have given coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch multi-year contract extensions.
Christian McCaffrey and the 49ers win 13th straight in the regular season, beat the Giants 30-12
Christian McCaffrey scored a touchdown in his 12th straight game, Brock Purdy threw two TD passes and the San Francisco 49ers won their 13th straight regular season game, 30-12 over the New York Giants.
Carroll, Marte use daring double steal to push the Diamondbacks past the Giants 8-4
Ketel Marte had four hits, Zac Gallen earned his 16th win and the Arizona Diamondbacks won their fourth straight game by beating the San Francisco Giants 8-4.
Crawford homers, Kelenic drives in two to back Castillo's win as Mariners beat A's 7-2
J.P. Crawford homered in the ninth inning and Jarred Kelenic hit a pair of RBI singles to support Luis Castillo's eighth consecutive winning decision, leading the Seattle Mariners over the Oakland Athletics 7-2 on Tuesday night.
Today in Sports - Billie Jean King beats Bobby Riggs in straight sets to win the Battle of the Sexes
Today in Sports, September 20 - Billie Jean King beats Bobby Riggs in straight sets to win the Battle of the Sexes.
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Jan. 6 rioter who attacked AP photographer, police, sentenced to 5 years
Defendant Rodney Milstreed "prepared himself for battle" on Jan. 6 by injecting steroids and arming himself with a four-foot wooden club disguised as a flagpole, prosecutors said.
White House creates office for gun violence prevention
President Biden is tapping Vice President Kamala Harris to oversee the new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.
Here's how a government shutdown would impact Social Security
Time is running out for U.S. lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. Here's how that could affect Social Security recipients.
New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez and wife indicted on federal charges
An indictment charged Sen. Robert Menendez and his wife Nadine with bribery offenses, with prosecutors alleging they accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars and lavish gifts.
Sacramento Ukrainian population praises President Biden's military aid package amid Russian attacks
The United States will soon send a new military aid package to Ukraine worth hundreds of millions of dollars as Ukrainian forces continue to fight off Russian attacks.
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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
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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.
Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
Earlier this month, Sufjan Stevens said he was transferred to acute rehab, where he is undergoing intensive physical therapy after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
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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
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.
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.
More than 300,000 children's cups recalled due to high lead levels
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday recalled roughly 346,000 Cupkin Double-Walled Stainless Steel Children's Cups because they "contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban."
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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: 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.
Call Kurtis: My Fridge is Broken and Out of Warranty
When an Elk Grove viewer's icemaker broke, she says she struggled to get it fixed. So, she called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
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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
Local businesses in our region are stepping up and donating proceeds from their sales to the Hawaii wildfire relief efforts.
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Friday afternoon weather forecast - Sept. 22, 2023
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting on this last official day of summer.
Friday Gameday morning at Twelve Bridges High School in Lincoln
Our Good Day crew headed over to Twelve Bridges for another edition of Friday Gameday.
1 person suffers smoke inhalation in Carmichael apartment fire
The scene was on Arden Way, near Fair Oaks Boulevard.
Sacramento Zoo names baby capybara "Donatello"
The zoo says keepers chose the name because of the animal's bamboo stick twirling skills.
Highway 50 crash leaves occupants with severe injuries
The crash happened near the Pioneer Bridge between 5th and 15th streets.