Bureaucratic blunder leads to bigger tax bills for West Sacramento homeowners
West Sacramento homeowners are getting an unexpected cost on their annual property tax bill arriving in the mail this month — and many people are not happy about it.
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Westbound I-80, Highway 50 traffic clogged leading up to Yolo Causeway due to crash
A crash has traffic clogged along westbound I-80 through West Sacramento leading up to the Yolo Causeway early Monday morning.
Highway 50 crash leaves occupants with severe injuries
The crash happened near the Pioneer Bridge between 5th and 15th streets.
West Sacramento engineers studying quake destruction in Morocco
A team of West Sacramento engineers is combing through crumbled buildings and homes in Morocco. The earthquake devastation may be thousands of miles away, but it's close enough for local engineers to learn from.
Road disrepair? Drivers pop tires in construction zone on Highway 50 in West Sacramento
Highway 50 road disrepair is causing headaches for some drivers who question whether ongoing construction projects are to blame for damage to their cars.
West Sacramento police arrest man for narcotics, illegal fireworks
The suspect is accused of selling pharmaceutical narcotics out of his residence, and being in possession of illegal fireworks and an unregistered gun.
Man dies after stabbing in West Sacramento; person of interest detained
A deadly stabbing is under investigation in West Sacramento early Tuesday afternoon.
West Sacramento homicide suspect arrested in Nevada
A man with a homicide warrant out for his arrest in West Sacramento was arrested in Nevada on Labor Day.
West Sacramento homicide suspect arrested in Nevada
A man with a homicide warrant out for his arrest in West Sacramento was arrested in Nevada on Labor Day.
Deadly stabbing under investigation in West Sacramento
A deadly stabbing is under investigation in West Sacramento early Tuesday afternoon.
Gov. Newsom signs new executive order to help students find high-paying careers
The master plan includes investments in pathway programs for technical colleges, apprenticeships, and dual-enrollment programs.
Man searching for couple who saved his life when medical episode ended in I-80 crash
Over the weekend, one local man says his life was saved by good Samaritans who dropped everything to help him when his car flew off of Interstate 80.
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.
West Sacramento couple gets food to those in need despite thieves targeting delivery truck
Thieves in West Sacramento robbed a local volunteer of the tool he uses every single day to help those in need: his delivery truck.
Local longshoremen send aid to Maui. Here's how you can help.
The International Longshore and Warehouse Unions of Stockton, Sacramento and San Francisco are teaming up to send food, water and medical supplies to the island.
Savannah Bananas take over Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento
The Savannah Bananas brought their world-famous baseball circus to West Sacramento.
Sacramento fans go batty for sold-out Savannah Bananas baseball game
They've been referred to as the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball, with over 7 million followers on TikTok taking in their viral dance moves.
West Sacramento businesses welcoming boost from sold-out Savannah Bananas game
The world-famous dancing baseball team are swinging into a sold-out Sutter Health Park on Saturday.
CHP: 1 person killed in crash on Yolo Bypass Wednesday night
A crash was causing major traffic delays on the Yolo Causeway late Wednesday night.
West Sacramento road with "offensive" name to get renamed
A new rule is rerouting the name of a local residential road. It's the same reason Squaw Valley up in Tahoe changed its name to Palisades. But now this statewide mandate has found its way to a quiet slice of West Sacramento.
Traffic problems linger on WB I-80 after big rig overturned on Yolo Causeway
A big rig crash that caused a significant slowdown on westbound Interstate 80 out of Sacramento towards Davis Tuesday morning continues to be a traffic headache.
CHP cadets complete 5-mile run to State Capitol ahead of graduation
The 45-minute early morning run stopped at the Peace Officers Memorial to honor the 1,600 officers who died serving and protecting. They graduate Friday.
West Sacramento neighborhood target of break-ins, sideshow activity
A series of car break-ins and sideshow activity has gone, mostly, unreported by neighbors in a West Sacramento neighborhood who cite slow response times, short staffed police departments, and low-priority crimes as a reason not to report.
Sacramento region's construction sector gains momentum as West Sacramento takes the lead
Is a building boom back underway in the Sacramento area? The city's building reputation is "almost, maybe" -- but in West Sacramento, in particular, the motto is "Ready? Go." CBS13's Andrew Haubner shows us what the city is doing to attract building and business in uncertain economic times.
Police: Woman found dead in West Sacramento home
Authorities are investigating after a woman was found dead inside a West Sacramento home Sunday.
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Downtown businesses gear up for new Sacramento Kings season
Last offseason, there was some excitement ahead of the Kings 2022-23 season but nothing like what we ended up with in the spring of 2023. With so much expectation and anticipation downtown, business owners who bet on the team are now excited to see the rewards at the start of the year.
Who is Laphonza Butler? Gov. Newsom appoints newcomer to late Sen. Feinstein's seat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat. In a matter of days, the Senate seat went from someone holding it for decades to essentially a newcomer.
"Swim Again": California prosecutors debut video series on breaking the cycle of domestic violence
It began as a training tool for prosecutors and law enforcement, but now the California District Attorneys Association (CDAA) wants to share it with you.
Fleetwood Mac icon Stevie Nicks gets her own Barbie doll
Stevie Nicks now has her own Barbie, Mattel announced. The $55 doll is already sold out.
2 children drown in pool at South San Jose home daycare
Two children drowned and one child was rescued after falling into a swimming pool at a residential daycare in South San Jose Monday morning.
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Downtown businesses gear up for new Sacramento Kings season
Last offseason, there was some excitement ahead of the Kings 2022-23 season but nothing like what we ended up with in the spring of 2023. With so much expectation and anticipation downtown, business owners who bet on the team are now excited to see the rewards at the start of the year.
Who is Laphonza Butler? Gov. Newsom appoints newcomer to late Sen. Feinstein's seat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat. In a matter of days, the Senate seat went from someone holding it for decades to essentially a newcomer.
"Swim Again": California prosecutors debut video series on breaking the cycle of domestic violence
It began as a training tool for prosecutors and law enforcement, but now the California District Attorneys Association (CDAA) wants to share it with you.
Fleetwood Mac icon Stevie Nicks gets her own Barbie doll
Stevie Nicks now has her own Barbie, Mattel announced. The $55 doll is already sold out.
2 children drown in pool at South San Jose home daycare
Two children drowned and one child was rescued after falling into a swimming pool at a residential daycare in South San Jose Monday morning.
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Man arrested after being bitten by sheriff's K-9 during standoff at government building in Sacramento
A man is now in custody following a two-hour-long standoff with police at the California Franchise Tax Board building in Sacramento.
Firefighters faced with unique challenge while battling South Sacramento house fire
Firefighters had a unique challenge while battling a fire at a Sacramento home Sunday.
The far reach of trailblazing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Women in politics remember Dianne Feinstein, California's first female and longest-serving senator, as a rallying voice for equality and a leader who opened doors for the next generation of female leaders across the country.
Brawl at Sacramento kickball game leaves man unconscious
A kickball game that was part of a Sacramento sport and social league ended in a violent brawl that left one person knocked unconscious.
Police beef up patrols in Old Sacramento to crack down on crime
Sacramento police are beefing up patrols in Old Sacramento in an effort to reduce crime that's impacting local store owners there.
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Who is Laphonza Butler? Gov. Newsom appoints newcomer to late Sen. Feinstein's seat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat. In a matter of days, the Senate seat went from someone holding it for decades to essentially a newcomer.
California governor signs law to bolster eviction protections for renters
California's Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to close a loophole in a 2019 law that has allowed landlords to circumvent the state's rent cap.
A fight over precious groundwater in a rural California town is rooted in carrots
In a remote, dry patch of California farm country, a battle is raging over carrots.
Newsom gets pressure to appoint Barbara Lee to Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Feinstein leaves a political vacuum in Washington and Gov. Newsom is facing pressure by supporters of Congresswoman Barbara Lee to appoint her to the interim seat.
California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's body returns to San Francisco on military flight
A military jet carrying the body of California U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein has landed in her hometown of San Francisco.
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Downtown businesses gear up for new Sacramento Kings season
Last offseason, there was some excitement ahead of the Kings 2022-23 season but nothing like what we ended up with in the spring of 2023. With so much expectation and anticipation downtown, business owners who bet on the team are now excited to see the rewards at the start of the year.
Dodgers beat Giants 5-2 in Crawford's likely final game
Kiké Hernández hit a three-run homer to lead the NL West champion Dodgers past San Francisco 5-2 on Sunday.
Hernández hits three-run homer as Dodgers beat Giants 5-2
Brandon Crawford came off the injured list to play what might have been his final game after 13 seasons all with the Giants, and Kiké Hernández spoiled the veteran shortstop's likely farewell hitting a three-run homer to lead the division champion Los Angeles Dodgers past San Francisco 5-2.
Drury homers twice to send Angels past Athletics 7-3 in season finale
Brandon Drury homered twice, doubled and drove in three runs, and the Los Angeles Angels wrapped up their eighth consecutive losing season with a 7-3 victory over the major league-worst Oakland Athletics.
Damar Hamlin plays in first regular-season NFL game since cardiac arrest
After being a healthy scratch during the first three weeks of the 2023 season, Hamlin was used on the Bills' special teams unit for kick returns Sunday.
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Who is Laphonza Butler? Gov. Newsom appoints newcomer to late Sen. Feinstein's seat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat. In a matter of days, the Senate seat went from someone holding it for decades to essentially a newcomer.
Public funeral service for Sen. Feinstein to be held at San Francisco City Hall steps
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who died last week, will lie in state at San Francisco City Hall on Wednesday.
Matt Gaetz moves to oust McCarthy as House speaker
Rep. Matt Gaetz introduced a motion to vacate the chair Monday, two days after Speaker Kevin McCarthy relied on Democrats to pass a short-term spending bill and avert a shutdown.
Supreme Court begins new term with battles over agency power, guns and online speech
The Supreme Court convenes Monday for a new term that brings cases on free speech, agency power and the Second Amendment.
Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization are fighting a $250 million lawsuit alleging widespread fraud.
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In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
2 scientists share Nobel for enabling COVID-19 vaccines
American Drew Weissman, Hungarian Katalin Karikó win 2023 Nobel Prize in medicine for mRNA research behind "the unprecedented rate" of COVID-19 vaccine development.
75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
2023 Walk To End Alzheimer's kicks off Saturday in Sacramento
The Walk To End Alzheimer's in Sacramento kicks off Saturday morning. Its goal is to raise money to fight Alzheimer's and dementia.
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Downtown businesses gear up for new Sacramento Kings season
Last offseason, there was some excitement ahead of the Kings 2022-23 season but nothing like what we ended up with in the spring of 2023. With so much expectation and anticipation downtown, business owners who bet on the team are now excited to see the rewards at the start of the year.
Toys 'R' US to open stores across US, including at airports and cruise ships
The toy store's parent company announced an expansion of up to 24 flagship stores, as well as opening stores at airports and cruise ships.
"Way too high": California gas prices soar above $6 again
Gas prices are soaring to all-too-familiar levels. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded gas is more than $6 in California.
"Bienvenidos a Sacramento": Former TV journalist shines spotlight on Sacramento's Latino culture with Spanish podcast
A former TV journalist is shining the spotlight on Sacramento's rich Latino culture with the first-ever Spanish podcast in the capital city.
One Northern California city is now home to Tesla's 50,000th supercharger
Roseville is now home to a big green energy milestone. Tesla has placed its 50,000th supercharger in the city and it's hard to miss.
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"Swim Again": California prosecutors debut video series on breaking the cycle of domestic violence
It began as a training tool for prosecutors and law enforcement, but now the California District Attorneys Association (CDAA) wants to share it with you.
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 Investigates: Woodland viewer sent to collections for online order she never got
Barbara Morton says her payment never went through for something she tried to buy online.
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.
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Federal firefighters could walk off the job once pay bump expires
Pay hikes for federal firefighters are set to expire in October. A bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in 2021 provided a temporary pay bump for federal first responders.
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.
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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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Dog named "Steven Tyler" finds forever home
The puppy, Steven Tyler, who captured hearts on social media, is now adopted. The Zecca family adopted him from the Bradshaw Animal Shelter.
California prosecutors debut video series on breaking cycle of domestic violence
It began as a training tool for prosecutors and law enforcement, but now the California District Attorneys Association wants to share it with you.
Monday evening forecast: October 2, 2023
Here is what the next seven days of weather look like!
Sacramento Kings hold 2023 Media Day at G1C
The beam team is officially back as the Sacramento Kings kicked off the 2023 season with media day at the Golden 1 Center.
Downtown businesses gearing up for new Sacramento Kings season
With so much excitement around the Beam Team just weeks ahead of the season opener, here's how local businesses are projecting the first couple of months of the season.