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We're going back to science class to ask: When did Earth’s crust start breaking apart and moving? Well, scientists say they may now have a new answer. We break down what they've discovered in The Answer.
Following the death of actor Eric Dane and his year-long battle with ALS, the disease is back in the spotlight. While some treatments may slow its progression, there is still no cure. We break down the red flags to watch for and explain why this disease continues to confound researchers in The Answer.
January is over, but the hangover from those January bills from all that holiday spending is starting to hit home for many of us. So, in this segment of The Answer, let's reach out to an expert to give you some peace of mind when it comes to the "January bills blues."
It's no secret that the TV and film industry in Hollywood is struggling. But there is a sliver of hope in a new report. So what's the inside scoop from people in front of and behind the camera? Here's The Answer.
Starting a task can sometimes feel impossible, even when you know exactly what needs to be done. Scientists now say it’s not laziness, it’s your brain hitting the brakes. We explain in The Answer.
Here's why people get hangry.
Here's when experts say is the best time to shower.
The one in eight Americans currently using GLP-1s, like Ozempic, are considering pausing their drugs for the holidays. It makes intuitive sense, stopping hunger suppression to eat more in a time of year known for good food. We have The Answer to what that pause might cause.
This Sunday, we fall back and change the clocks, but most Californians want the time change to stop. So why has it stuck around? Here's The Answer.
If you’ve noticed your morning coffee costing you a little bit more these days, you’re not alone. In recent months, retail coffee prices in the United States have jumped, increasing by more than 20% in August compared to last year. We find out why in The Answer.
Artificial intelligence is increasingly commonplace in our daily lives, especially for those on the job hunt looking for an assist in writing resumes and cover letters. But is AI really the tool to use when looking for your next gig? We find out in The Answer.
What happened to Amelia Earhart? It’s a mystery that’s captivated the world for nearly 90 years. Now, a new mission could bring us closer to the truth. We take a look in The Answer.
From social media trends to fad diets, so much is out there about eating high amounts of protein. And while protein is incredibly important for our health, how much of it do we actually need in our diet? We find out in The Answer.
More than 100,000 people are waiting for an organ on the U.S. transplant list, most in need of a kidney. Now, doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital are announcing a milestone in transplants from pigs to people, and that milestone could open the door to more transplants from pigs. We explain why in The Answer.
From TikTok health trends to targeted social media ads and wellness advice from friends, it can be hard to figure out what your body and mind really need to stay healthy. So we're separating fact from fiction in The Answer.
Are you part of the 3 a.m. club? Jolting awake at odd hours may not be random. It may actually be your body's way of asking for attention. But for what and why? We explain in The Answer.
It turns out that there can be a negative to being too positive. We explain why it's not always helpful to look on the bright side in The Answer.
This summer, there has been more noticeable fluctuation in the earth's spin rate but people can't feel it.
Tony Lopez breaks it down in The Answer.
Is discipline overrated? More and more, the answer seems to be yes, but people aren’t just throwing in the towel. We uncover what they’re doing differently in The Answer.
Despite recent rain and snow in Northern California, state water officials say the Sierra snowpack remains near historic lows, raising concerns about water availability during the hot summer months.
Police say they've been successful in reducing these types of violent crimes, but one advocate says the city still isn't doing enough.
A young girl was blindsided near her Natomas home Wednesday afternoon when her mother says a man crouching behind a utility box jumped out and attacked her from behind as she rode her bike.
The Athletics' home opener is Friday at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, but just one day earlier, their Single-A affiliate, the Stockton Ports, kicked off opening day in downtown Stockton.
Last year, six people ran for Sacramento mayor and no one got more than 30% of the vote during the primary election. Now, there's a push to eliminate the primary and allow voters to choose more than one candidate.
Last year, six people ran for Sacramento mayor and no one got more than 30% of the vote during the primary election. Now, there's a push to eliminate the primary and allow voters to choose more than one candidate.
A young girl was blindsided near her Natomas home Wednesday afternoon when her mother says a man crouching behind a utility box jumped out and attacked her from behind as she rode her bike.
Friday marks four years since the worst mass shooting in Sacramento history. Since then, police say they've been successful in reducing these types of violent crimes. One advocate says the city still isn't doing enough.
A new type of home may soon be rolling into Sacramento. City leaders are considering allowing people to live in cottages mounted on wheels.
One person was killed in a hit-and-run collision between two vehicles in Sacramento on Friday evening, police said.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck in Santa Cruz County early Thursday morning and was felt by residents throughout the Bay Area.
California's snowpack could be the second-lowest on record after a hot March, state water officials said on Wednesday.
California will require artificial intelligence companies to implement safety and privacy guardrails under a new order from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California will now observe March 31 as Farmworkers Day after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Thursday officially renaming what has been known as Cesar Chavez Day after sexual assault allegations against the late labor leader came to light.
The Athletics' home opener is Friday at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, but just one day earlier, their Single-A affiliate, the Stockton Ports, kicked off opening day in downtown Stockton.
DeRozan reached 26,688 career points, moving him past Dominique Wilkins (26,668) into 17th place on the NBA's all-time list.
Drake Baldwin drove in four runs with a pair of two-out hits, Chris Sale pitched one-hit ball over six innings and the Atlanta Braves wrapped up their season-opening homestand with a 5-1 victory over the struggling Athletics on Wednesday.
Shea Langeliers hit his fourth home run of the season and the Athletics picked up their first win with a 5-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
For years, California leaders accused oil companies of price gouging at the pump, but a state investigation found no evidence of that. Instead, a CBS News California investigation found what's really driving the highest gas prices in the U.S.
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
President Trump said he would sign an order to pay all DHS employees as a plan to reopen most of DHS and pursue additional funding moves forward in Congress.
President Trump said in a speech that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and that U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories."
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Public health officials say they've confirmed two cases of measles in Sacramento County.
Multiple elephant seal pups along the Northern California coast have tested positive for the deadly avian influenza, or bird flu, according to new research from the University of California.
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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.
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large corporations, retailers and fast-food chains for 24 hours.
San Joaquin County's retail theft reporting app has only been around for six months and is already bringing a sense of calmness to local business owners.
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.
Six months after a California wildfire destroyed dozens of homes in the Tuolumne County community of Chinese Camp, officials say debris removal is now complete and properties are being returned to their owners.
A man has been arrested and charged in connection with the Tiger Fire that burned 118 acres in California's Amador County last summer and forced evacuations near Pioneer.
A major home developer is rethinking how communities are built in wildfire-prone areas and the future is taking shape in El Dorado County.
San Joaquin County secured a grant aimed at helping to build a wildfire protection plan for the entire county.
More than two dozen structures were destroyed in a wildfire in the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.
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.
Junior Romello Bruhn of Woodland Christian High School is closer than ever to scoring 3,000 career points, something only 13 high school athletes have accomplished in California state history.
The Athletics' home opener is Friday at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, but just one day earlier, their Single-A affiliate, the Stockton Ports, kicked off opening day in downtown Stockton.
Conor McGill reports.
A man on California's death row has died while incarcerated at a Sacramento-area prison, state officials said on Thursday.
A young girl was blindsided near her Natomas home Wednesday afternoon when her mother says a man crouching behind a utility box jumped out and attacked her from behind as she rode her bike.
Last year, six people ran for Sacramento mayor and no one got more than 30% of the vote during the primary election. Now, there's a push to eliminate the primary and allow voters to choose more than one candidate.