Jill Biden unveils White House ice rink
Snoopy and an Olympic skating gold medalist attended the opening.
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Flags to be flown at half-staff Saturday to honor Rosalynn Carter
The former first lady, wife of former President Jimmy Carter, died this week at age 96.
Former San Francisco mayor who helped launch Gov. Newsom's career speaks on his political future
Newsom's insistence that he is not running for president is not stopping the persistence of people around him from wondering – even from the man who helped launch his career, Wille Brown.
Bidens' dog removed from White House after several documented attacks
There have been at least 11 documented attacks by the 2-year-old Commander against Secret Service personnel.
Secret Service closes White House cocaine investigation without suspect
The cocaine was first discovered at the White House on July 2.
Comer seeks information from Secret Service about cocaine found in White House
House Oversight Chairman James Comer is requesting a staff-level briefing by July 14.
Live Nation's hidden ticket fees will no longer be hidden, company says
Concert giant promises more transparent pricing for consumers as the Biden administration cracks down on"junk" fees.
Could Trump be elected president behind bars? Local expert weighs in
Local experts are weighing in on the former president's hearing. As next year's presidential race nears, questions loom over Trump's eligibility to join the race.
House passes debt ceiling deal and sends it to the Senate
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Missouri man, 19, arrested in U-Haul crash at White House
Video from the scene showed officers confiscating a Nazi flag.
South Korean President sings 'American Pie'
President Biden hosted a State Dinner Wednesday night for honored guest, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, at the White House.
Biden announces he's running for reelection
The president made it official in a video, saying as he did four years ago that, "We are in a battle for the soul of America." He also took "MAGA extremists" to task.
Biden set to name Julie Chavez Rodriguez as 2024 campaign manager
President Biden is expected to launch his reelection campaign with a video message on Tuesday, but that date could slide, sources say.
Biden may announce bid for reelection next week, multiple sources say
The president is hosting major campaign donors at a small, exclusive gathering next weekend, one Biden donor said.
Toddler briefly enters White House grounds along north fence
"The White House security systems instantly triggered Secret Service officers and the toddler and parents were quickly reunited," the Secret Service said in a statement.
White House announces details of "EGGucation"-themed Easter Egg Roll
In a nod to the "EGGucation" theme, NASA sent a souvenir wooden White House Easter egg to the International Space Station for the astronauts to help teach students about gravity.
Bruce Springsteen, Gladys Knight among group honored at the White House
The National Medal of the Arts is the highest American award given to artists, art patrons, and groups that advance art in the United States.
Biden issues first veto, rejecting GOP-led bill to reverse investing rule
The resolution would have nixed a Labor Department rule over how retirement plan managers pick investments.
President Biden to host "Ted Lasso" cast to promote mental health
Biden has previously called on lawmakers in both parties to expand resources to fight the "mental health crisis" in the nation as part of his "unity agenda."
Norman Rockwell art was allegedly "hidden" in the White House
Illustrations by the iconic artist spotted in a West Wing hallway have led to a bitter legal brawl.
Biden wants to boost taxes on wealthy Americans to fix Medicare
Proposal would increase Medicare tax on high earners to 5%, which president says will provide 25 years of solvency.
U.S. agencies have 30 days to remove TikTok from federal devices
Congress banned the popular app from federal government devices in December.
How Biden made his unannounced visit to Ukraine
President Biden boarded a plane with its shades drawn in a dark hangar outside of D.C. before dawn on Sunday to make the unannounced trip to Kyiv.
Pentagon will "reevaluate" how it rectifies past discharges for being gay
A CBS News investigation found many of those kicked out for their sexual orientation are still struggling to get their honorable discharge status.
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Man accused of shooting another man over fentanyl surrenders to authorities
The shooting happened when the victim allegedly tried to take the drugs without paying.
Vacaville taking new steps to protect residents in flood-prone area
January's storms caused significant flooding in the city.
City of Sacramento considering vacancy tax to spur development of empty parcels
The tax would punish land owners who have undeveloped land with no construction or building permit applications in process.
Sacramento County coroner asking for help to identify man
The coroner's office released a sketch of the man on Monday.
House explodes in Virginia as police try to execute search warrant
A house exploded in Arlington, Virginia, as police tried to execute a search warrant following reports of a suspect firing a flare gun.
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Man accused of shooting another man over fentanyl surrenders to authorities
The shooting happened when the victim allegedly tried to take the drugs without paying.
Vacaville taking new steps to protect residents in flood-prone area
January's storms caused significant flooding in the city.
City of Sacramento considering vacancy tax to spur development of empty parcels
The tax would punish land owners who have undeveloped land with no construction or building permit applications in process.
Sacramento County coroner asking for help to identify man
The coroner's office released a sketch of the man on Monday.
House explodes in Virginia as police try to execute search warrant
A house exploded in Arlington, Virginia, as police tried to execute a search warrant following reports of a suspect firing a flare gun.
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City of Sacramento considering vacancy tax to spur development of empty parcels
The tax would punish land owners who have undeveloped land with no construction or building permit applications in process.
Sacramento County coroner asking for help to identify man
The coroner's office released a sketch of the man on Monday.
Final prep work being done in Sacramento area ahead of 2023 CIM
The final preps are being done ahead of this weekend's California International Marathon in the Sacramento region.
Masses found during exam of Sacramento Zoo's beloved lioness, Cleo
The Sacramento Zoo on Friday said it is awaiting test results after two separate masses were found during an examination of its beloved African lioness, Cleo.
Could Sacramento State turn the region into a zero-emission innovation hub?
Sacramento State is making a big bet on the electric vehicle revolution with the goal of turning the region into an innovation hub.
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San Francisco Bay Ferry to receive $16M in federal grants to modernize fleet
The Biden administration will issue $200 million in grants to modernize the country's ferry systems.
17 UC Davis professors among group pushing back on UC president's call for 'viewpoint-neutral' history of Middle East
A group of University of California professors, including 17 from UC Davis, signed a public letter pushing back on the UC president's efforts to develop what he described earlier this month as a "viewpoint-neutral history of the Middle East," saying it violates their academic freedom.
Study: Walking could lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, and your speed may affect how much
When it comes to walking and type 2 diabetes risk, it's not just how much you do it that helps — it's also how fast you move, a new study has found.
Wolverines receive protection under Endangered Species Act as climate change threatens habitat
The North American wolverine has officially been listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act and will receive long-anticipated federal protections, US officials announced Wednesday, as the climate crisis melts away their snowy mountain habitats.
Protecting the land with fire: How cultural burning is being restored and shared
Cultural burning is an ancient practice to preserve the land but it's now reshaping wildfire strategies across California.
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'The Great Bambino': Babe Ruth 1914 rookie card sells for $7.2 million
A rare and expensive baseball card of a Baltimore legend sold for big bucks.
49ers roll over Eagles 42-19 in heated rematch
The 49ers talked the talk all offseason and backed it up with a convincing 42-19 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday.
Rangers edge Sharks 6-5
The New York Rangers held on to beat the San Jose Sharks 6-5 on Sunday night.
Kings overcome Jokic's 8th triple-double of the season, beat Nuggets 123-117
De'Aaron Fox had 26 points and a career-high 16 assists, Malik Monk made a clutch 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter and the Sacramento Kings spoiled Nikola Jokic's NBA-leading eighth triple-double and beat the Denver Nuggets 123-117 on Saturday.
USC hires D'Anton Lynn away from archrival UCLA to be its new defensive coordinator
Southern California has hired D'Anton Lynn away from archrival UCLA to be Lincoln Riley's new defensive coordinator.
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Supreme Court to hear major case that could upend tax code, doom "wealth tax"
The case before the justices Tuesday could have sweeping implications for the U.S. tax system and derail proposals from some Democrats to create a wealth tax.
Two Americans detained in Venezuela ask Biden to secure release
Three Americans held in Venezuela — Eyvin Hernandez, Jerrel Kenemore and Joseph Cristella — have been designated as wrongfully detained by the State Department.
Biden hosts Kennedy Center honorees at White House
This year's Kennedy Center honorees are Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah, and Dionne Warwick.
United Auto Workers calls for cease-fire in Gaza
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
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AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
Sutter Medical in Yuba City receives donation to help cancer patients get faster care
You've heard an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. At Sutter Medical Foundation in Yuba City, they live that every day.
UC Davis study shows people's personalities could help prevent Alzheimer's
Is the glass half empty or half full? The way you answer the question could reveal your odds of getting Alzheimer's disease.
Shannen Doherty says cancer has spread to her bones
The "Charmed" and "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor said she hopes to get into clinical trials as new treatments are developed but what drives her now is the desire "to prove" that she can work despite her cancer diagnosis.
Schools across the U.S. will soon be able to order free COVID tests
The tests will be available from a federal stockpile starting in December, and schools can distribute them to students, families, staff and larger school communities.
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Black Friday brings out crowds of shoppers to Roseville stores
More than 180 million people are expected to shop for Black Friday deals, and many of them were out early across our area waiting for the doors to open.
Northern California bakery remains a Thanksgiving staple
Folks are gearing up to set the Thanksgiving table, but no feast is complete without dessert. One Yuba City bakery's decades-old recipes stand the test of time.
Modesto A&W to close Wednesday for good after decades of business
A Modesto landmark of more than 65 years is set to close its doors Wednesday as a result of an American Disabilities Act lawsuit filed last month.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Expensive baby monitor switches to subscription model, parents are ticked
First-time dad Geoff Mayfield spared no expense in buying the top-rated Miku Pro smart baby monitor. It uses sensors to track his son's real-time breathing and sleeping patterns. Now, a switch to a subscription model is causing frustration.
Cantaloupes recalled from several states, including California, following salmonella infections
The CDC says whole and pre-cut cantaloupes have caused dozens of cases of salmonella infection, including 17 hospitalizations, in 15 states, including California, and in Canada.
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The Placer Co. Inmate Escape: What CHP can learn from local law enforcement about accountability and transparency
He had a history of violence, running from police and escaping custody in a hospital, yet following the deadly Roseville park shootout, suspect Eric Abril escaped from a hospital again. In part three of our series, we investigate Abril's second escape and highlight what CHP can learn from local law enforcement about transparency and regaining the public's trust.
What's law enforcement hiding? Why CHP's Roseville park shootout could set a concerning precedent for police shootings
CHP finally released the dashcam video they initially claimed didn't exist from the Roseville park shootout, but other agencies continue withholding public information. We investigate the public's right to see records related to police shootings and the concerning law enforcement claims.
A hostage killed. Kids traumatized. Yet, CHP remains silent on its decision to serve a high-risk search warrant to an armed felon at a public park.
An officer and hostage were shot. Another hostage -- killed. It's been seven months and CHP still won't answer basic questions about policies that impact all Californians. In part one of our series, Julie Watts investigates the controversial decision to serve a high-risk search warrant to an armed felon at a public park surrounded by kids.
EXCLUSIVE: CBS Sacramento obtains never-before-seen CHP video from deadly Roseville park shootout
In response to CBS13's ongoing investigation into April's deadly Mahany Park shooting in Roseville, the California Highway Patrol on Monday released never-before-seen dash camera footage from the initial moments of the shootout.
How more cameras are helping Sacramento PD catch more car thieves.
If your car is stolen, the odds are your car will be found but the person who stole it will almost never be arrested. But Sacramento PD has a higher arrest rate than most thanks to new technology and a dedicated team.
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Call Kurtis: Buy-1-get-1-free phone deal cost viewer
In the case of the free phone that cost $369, Karen Rickman of Portola bought a buy-one, get-one free cell phone.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Expensive baby monitor switches to subscription model, parents are ticked
First-time dad Geoff Mayfield spared no expense in buying the top-rated Miku Pro smart baby monitor. It uses sensors to track his son's real-time breathing and sleeping patterns. Now, a switch to a subscription model is causing frustration.
Call Kurtis: Elderly mom's caregiver keeps no-showing, experts expect problem to get worse
A Stockton viewer's elderly mother is in a wheelchair and requires in-home care. She says the company she hired to drop in on her mom reports scheduling and staffing issues with a high rate of callouts.
Call Kurtis: Solano County sends out property tax bills residents don't owe
Some people who sold property in Solano County are getting tax bills for property they no longer own. The new owners may not get bills at all.
Call Kurtis: Jeweler loses diamond given to wife for Christmas
Steven Sarron knew something was wrong when the jeweler couldn't return the diamond ring he gave his wife for Christmas.
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Protecting the land with fire: How cultural burning is being restored and shared
Cultural burning is an ancient practice to preserve the land but it's now reshaping wildfire strategies across California.
Why environmentalists are suing the National Park Service to prevent it from planting trees
The National Park Service wants to replant sequoia groves in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, where wildfires in 2020 and 2021 inflicted lasting damage on the iconic sequoia forests. Environmentalists in California say it's a huge mistake.
California lawmakers call on insurance commissioner to set fire insurance market straight
California lawmakers are already expressing concern over the state's plan to alleviate the insurance crisis.
Paradise holds 85-second moment of silence for victims 5 years after Camp Fire
The town of Paradise held a moment of silence on Wednesday for 85 seconds – one for each of the people who lost their lives that day.
5 years after Camp Fire, survivors forge different paths toward recovery
Paradise is still recovering five years after a wildfire destroyed most of the northern California town.
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Stockton teen ensures seniors are staying warm and unforgotten during holiday season
A Stockton teen is making sure folks' feet stay warm and colorful by bringing her signature Silly Socks to those who might feel forgotten this holiday season.
Elk Grove teacher who beat cancer twice inspires young minds in the classroom
Caleb McNitt -- or Mr. McNitt in his Elk Grove classroom -- isn't just inspiring young minds as a teacher but also as a cancer survivor.
California mother travels to South Carolina to serve Thanksgiving meals to troops
A Rio Linda mother is making waves by ensuring that Thanksgiving is a special occasion for new cadets in South Carolina.
DNA confirms Sacramento father-daughter connection ahead of first Thanksgiving together
It's a Thanksgiving first for a Sacramento man and his newly-found daughter. They are celebrating this year's holiday together after a DNA match confirmed their connection.
"Probably the most exciting night": Tree lighting ceremony kicks off Theatre of Lights in Old Sacramento
Old Sacramento will be packed with people on Wednesday night for the Theatre of Lights. It's a big milestone for the event that's marking its 15th anniversary.
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Vacaville taking new steps to protect residents in flood-prone areas
New efforts are underway to help protect flood-prone areas of Vacaville from the kinds of record-breaking rainfall we saw in Northern California last winter. The wet storms of January brought significant street flooding.
Kings tickets more sought-after than before as team's success continues
The Kings are attracting bigger crowds of enthusiastic fans as they continue to win and keep the beam lit.
City of Sacramento considering tax to spur development of empty parcels
The city of Sacramento is considering adding a new tax to spark development on its empty parcels sitting dormant. There are a lot of them in Sacramento. The tax would punish land owners who have undeveloped land with no construction or building permit applications in process.
Man accused of shooting another man in Orangevale over stolen fentanyl
Deputies arrested the man who allegedly shot another man at an apartment on Greenback Lane on Tuesday. The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said they learned that the victim was invited inside and tried to take fentanyl without paying for it. The suspect then allegedly shot the victim as he drove away. The victim is expected to be okay. The suspect turned himself in Sunday night.
Mother dies after she and 2 kids hit by suspected drunk driver while walking to school
Sacramento police say that they were notified Sunday that a mother who was walking her kids to school in the Pocket area of Sacramento and was hit by a car, has died. Her two children were also hit but have non-life-threatening injuries.