Group of GOP-led states sue Biden administration over student loan forgiveness
The estimated cost of the loan forgiveness plan is said to be around $400 billion.
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The estimated cost of the loan forgiveness plan is said to be around $400 billion.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, vetoed legislation Sunday night that would have required children to attend kindergarten — whether through homeschooling, public or private school — before entering first grade at a public school.
The governor signed the law in hopes that it will cut down on thefts of the pricey parts.
The governor was in Texas today where he put to bed rumors that the governor might make a play for the White House.
Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day. And with the midterm election just weeks away, advocates are pushing for people to be ready. In West Sacramento, Yolo County officials held a voter registration drive.
From recycled, and reusable materials to energy-efficient appliances. There are eco-friendly alternatives for just about everything these days, and now, the same is true when it comes to how you're buried.
Governor Newsom signed new cannabis-related bills into law. One prohibits some employers from testing employees for cannabis use.
Republican governors this week continued ramping up the controversial practice of sending migrants to Democratic states in a move critics are calling a political stunt. Arriving by bus and plane in Sacramento, California, dozens of migrant families, including children, were dropped off without any direction or assistance.
Speculation is growing after Pres. Biden's 60 Minutes interview Sunday. Biden says his decision to run won't come until after the midterm election. That interview came on the heels of a fiery exchange between Gov. Newsom and Gov. DeSantis of Florida.
The Governor is voicing his opposition to Proposition 30, but it's not doing much to win voters over. Another big money issue is Prop. 27, which looks to legalize online sports gambling. We asked Gary what he makes of these 2 issues getting high profile support but polling poorly.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is continuing to raise his profile in other states, this time with a series of billboard ads highlighting California's new website that aims to help people seeking an abortion.
The Public policy Institute poll also found strong support for Proposition 1. It would put the right to an abortion in the state constitution. The poll found 69 percent of voters would vote yes. A quarter of voters would vote no.
A November ballot measure has firefighters and some environmental groups in a face-off with the governor. Prop 30 would increase taxes for those who make more than $2 million a year to fund climate programs, like wildfire prevention and reduction. We're getting answers on why the governor is against a measure that, on paper, aligns with the state’s aggressive climate goals.
A new law awaiting the governer's signature would ban new oil drilling in neighborhoods and create a buffer zone around homes, schools and other areas. John Ramos shows the impact on Contra Costa County.
Many Americans say more young people in office would make politics better.
Lawmakers are hoping the governor signs a bill to expand the state's recycling program. The goal is to increase glass recycling.
There are plans underway to create an extreme heat warning scale in California. There are already scientific scales for dangerous weather. California lawmakers now want to start another ranking system for heat waves like the one we're having now.
In a move the restaurant industry warns could raise fast-food prices, California's governor signed into law a bill creating a "Fast Food Council" to determine standards for pay, hours, and working conditions for the state's fast food workers.
Many see democracy eroding for the next generation.
A California state senator announced he’s pulling a bill that would have allowed some teens to get vaccinated without their parents' consent.
A controversial so-called Zero-Bail Bill is resurrected in the final days of the legislative session. It's been amended, but it still faces fierce opposition from district attorneys and victims' advocates. Julie Watts explains what the amended bill would actually do.
State lawmakers are also considering a controversial bill allowing kids 15 and older to be vaccinated without parental consent. That includes the COVID-19 vaccines. The original proposal was for 12 and older, but that age was raised when it was clear there wouldn't be enough support.
On Monday afternoon, lawmakers approved a measure to give new power and protections--to half a million fast-food workers. The bill would create a 10-member council to set minimum standards for wages, hours and working conditions. It's not clear whether Governor Newsom will sign it.
Outside the capitol, hundreds of farm workers and their supporters are planning to camp out until Governor Newsom makes a decision on AB 2183. It's a bill that would allow them to vote by mail in order to a form a union. Over the past month, thousands of farm workers walked more than 300 miles from the Central Valley to the capitol to support the legislation mirroring the march Cesar Chavez made back in 1966
The wife of a Northern California congressman died late last year after ingesting a plant that is generally considered safe and is used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, including diabetes, obesity, and high cholesterol, KHN has learned.
San Joaquin County's Office of Emergency Services said it is beginning preparedness efforts early this year, before the forecast becomes clearer.
Sacramento is increasing security patrols in the Lavender Heights district following a series of recent attacks that have raised concerns about safety in the LGBTQ+ community.
In a world that can feel divided, one retired U.S. Army major is planting a different kind of message, one she hopes will take root in communities around the Sacramento region.
The Sacramento Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a 22-year-old woman and her 2-year-old son who were reported missing and are considered at risk.
California placed new restrictions on data centers, giving local communities more control over the electricity, land and water usage by the facilities.
Authorities in Placer County were searching for a suspect they say fired shots at law enforcement and rammed a patrol car Sunday afternoon.
The order speeds up flood preparations and directs agencies to stage equipment and supplies before winter storms arrive.
San Joaquin County's Office of Emergency Services said it is beginning preparedness efforts early this year, before the forecast becomes clearer.
Sacramento is increasing security patrols in the Lavender Heights district following a series of recent attacks that have raised concerns about safety in the LGBTQ+ community.
In a world that can feel divided, one retired U.S. Army major is planting a different kind of message, one she hopes will take root in communities around the Sacramento region.
Sacramento is increasing security patrols in the Lavender Heights district following a series of recent attacks that have raised concerns about safety in the LGBTQ+ community.
The Sacramento Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a 22-year-old woman and her 2-year-old son who were reported missing and are considered at risk.
The crash happened just after 7 a.m. near Norwood Avenue and Lindley Drive. Police said officers arrived at the scene and began life-saving measures, but the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.
As children head back to school, many adults are returning to their regular routines, leaving local animal shelters with fewer volunteers at a time when they need them most.
The Twin Rivers Unified School District is taking a stand against plans for a crematorium less than 1,000 feet from Babcock Elementary School in Sacramento, citing concerns about air quality and potential health risks for students and families.
California placed new restrictions on data centers, giving local communities more control over the electricity, land and water usage by the facilities.
The order speeds up flood preparations and directs agencies to stage equipment and supplies before winter storms arrive.
California established Sept. 25, 9-2-5, as Dolly Parton Day in honor of the beloved artist and as a nod to her 1980 iconic song "9 To 5".
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Friday that would have allowed each state agency to make its own telework policy.
The executive order does not require a shutoff yet, but asks experts to consider one alongside independent audits.
Longtime San Francisco Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper announced that he has been diagnosed with throat cancer and is undergoing treatment.
Gavin Williams threw seven shutout innings, Jo Adell had an RBI infield single and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Athletics 1-0 Sunday to remain atop the AL Central.
Christian McCaffrey became the fourth-fastest player in the Super Bowl era with 100 career touchdowns, Brock Purdy played a near-perfect game and the San Francisco 49ers overwhelmed the Miami Dolphins 35-13.
Kiké Hernández had a go-ahead RBI double in the seventh inning, Emmet Sheehan did not give up a run in 5 1/3 innings, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 to complete a three-game sweep.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
California placed new restrictions on data centers, giving local communities more control over the electricity, land and water usage by the facilities.
C.C. Yin's family has donated nearly $3 million to state-level California political causes and an additional $1,455,027 to federal campaigns.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Friday that would have allowed each state agency to make its own telework policy.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
The CDPH said an unvaccinated passenger who later was hospitalized with measles traveled around the country by train and bus, eventually moving through at least six California counties before heading to Denver, Colorado.
Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, the largest affiliate in the country, launched a new lineup of services more than six months ago in Sacramento that they say is helping fill a critical funding gap: aesthetics.
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
For children facing cancer and other serious medical conditions, a hospital stay can be especially difficult. But at hospitals across Northern California, one familiar superhero is helping bring some joy to kids who need it most.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Fresh off their undefeated season and conference championship win, the women on the team are speaking out for the first time.
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
This weekend, Placer County is hosting its annual Sip Into Spring event, offering free or discounted tastings at more than 20 wineries along what's known as the Placer Wine Trail.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill popular bills by not voting.
This year-long investigation by CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts examines the many components of California's new tougher-on-crime law.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The California Highway Patrol captain accused of workers' compensation fraud was the commander in charge of the fatal Mahaney Park shootout in Roseville, three officers who worked under him at the time of the shootout said.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team devised an idea on how to lower what consumers owe on their credit cards -- and it begins with a simple phone call.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The Dome Fire in California's Yosemite National Park has rapidly grown as firefighters work to slow the flames burning in steep terrain in Mariposa County.
The Lucas Fire burning in the Potter Valley area of Mendocino County, right at the Lake County border, has prompted an evacuation order.
Two firefighters were injured while battling a wildfire in California's Mariposa County that prompted evacuation orders and road closures.
An evacuation order for the Ross Fire in Calaveras County was downgraded as crews stopped the forward progress.
The evacuation order and warning were lifted for the Clover Fire in the Alta Sierra area in Nevada County on Friday afternoon.
Their message is simple: keep showing up, keep moving and keep your heart open, because sometimes, the person who changes your life is living right across the street.
A Sacramento County dog picked up thousands of miles from home after he went missing five years ago was reunited with his family on Wednesday.
What started as a suspicious circumstances call for Rancho Cordova police ended with a newborn surprise.
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
A Sacramento-area middle school history and English teacher is in the running to win big as America's Favorite Teacher, a title her students think she is more than worthy of being awarded.
Kayla Moeller reports.
Marlee Ginter reports.
Carmela Karcher reports.
Placerville native David Aguilar joins Primetime Sacramento to talk with Ashley Williams about his film "Hangtown," which chronicles his time growing up in the El Dorado County town as a young Latino boy.
Brady Halbleib reports.