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Evening weather forecast - March 20, 2023
Chief Meteorologist Nic Merianos delivers the latest forecast for our region.
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Incoming storm packing damaging winds; Residents brace for downed trees, power lines
While a potent atmospheric river will unleash its wrath on Southern California on Tuesday, the San Francisco Bay Area will not escape unscathed.
This is the 2nd snowiest season in history, since 1946
The UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab tweeted on Monday morning that over the last 24 hours, it received 7.7 inches of snow.
Near miss; Atmospheric river shifts toward Southern California
After weeks of atmospheric rivers slamming into Northern California, triggering flooding and landslides, the jet stream has shifted the latest blast of subtropical moisture toward Southern California, forecasters said.
Californians facing the onslaught of flooding, downpours and rough winds as the season's 12th atmospheric river takes aim
The storm is due to impact the US West from Monday to Wednesday, with widespread rain across central and Southern California and more snow in the Sierra Nevada.
California now mostly drought-free due to powerful, wet storms
Significant rains and snowfall since the end of 2022 have freed over half of California from drought.
Drought over? Spring outlook finds relief and flood risk
Record snowfall and rain have helped to loosen drought's grip on parts of the western U.S. as national forecasters and climate experts warned Thursday that some areas should expect more flooding as the snow begins to melt.
Northern California storms flood hundreds of acres of strawberries
A potential casualty of the powerful rainstorms that drenched coastal California and flooded rivers is hundreds of acres of strawberries.
Getting Answers: Several Camptonville roads now drivable on 20th day buried by snow
Multiple Yuba County mountain roads left buried by snow for nearly 20 days became drivable Tuesday afternoon, one day after CBS13 shined a spotlight on the community of neighbors stranded in their homes.
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Two men convicted of "revenge murder" after missing Rocklin father still not found
On Jan. 11, 2018, Raymond Wright mysteriously disappeared.
Man stabbed in the neck outside a Modesto bar
A man was stabbed outside a bar in Modesto on Sunday night.
Body found floating in water at Discovery Park in Sacramento
Firefighters have recovered a body spotted floating in the water at Discovery Park.
Call Kurtis: Need help with your taxes? Try the IRS taxpayer advocate service.
When the Internal Revenue Service came after a Sonora retiree who filed their taxes using the wrong form, he called on Kurtis Ming to investigate
What are the worst cities to live in if you have allergies?
A new Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report identified the worst cities to live in if you have allergies.
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Man dies after hit-and-run crash Sunday morning in Sacramento
A hit-and-run incident in Sacramento claimed the life of a 52-year-old man on Sunday morning.
25th annual St. Patrick's day festival and parade draws crowds in Old Sacramento
The 25th Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade took over the streets of Old Sacramento this weekend, bringing a sea of green to the waterfront.
Bicyclist killed in Sacramento collision, driver flees scene
A bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Sacramento on Saturday evening.
1 dead, several others injured in South Sacramento 2-vehicle crash
One person has died and several others were injured in South Sacramento after a crash involving two SUVs.
Mayor Darrell Steinberg talks March Madness' impact on Sacramento
Darrell Steinberg is rooting for UCLA this NCAA Tournament, him being a Bruin alum. But he says he'll be rooting for the Sacramento State Women's Basketball Team on Saturday.
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This is the 2nd snowiest season in history, since 1946
The UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab tweeted on Monday morning that over the last 24 hours, it received 7.7 inches of snow.
California to seek beds for mental health, drug treatment
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest plan for the state's homelessness crisis asks voters to fund a major expansion of housing and treatment for residents suffering from mental illness and addiction.
Californians facing the onslaught of flooding, downpours and rough winds as the season's 12th atmospheric river takes aim
The storm is due to impact the US West from Monday to Wednesday, with widespread rain across central and Southern California and more snow in the Sierra Nevada.
Whale found on California beach dies despite rescue effort
A pygmy sperm whale found on a Southern California beach died despite the efforts of a large group of people to help carry it to a SeaWorld San Diego rescue vehicle.
Once sought-after rock 'n roll session drummer Jim Gordon dies at 77
Jim Gordon, the rock 'n' roll session drummer who played on classic records by Eric Clapton, George Harrison and The Beach Boys but suffered from growing mental health problems and spent the second half of his life in prison for killing his mother, has died at 77.
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NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Fairleigh Dickinson's NCAA Tournament run comes to an end
FDU couldn't come up with an encore after eliminating Purdue, but not before putting up a fight to the finish.
Sabonis nets 30, Kings top Wizards for 7th straight road win
Domantas Sabonis had 30 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and Terence Davis II provided an early spark off the bench and added 21 points as the Sacramento Kings beat the Washington Wizards 132-118 Saturday night.
FDU coach: Team is staying focused after March Madness upset
Tobin Anderson is in his first year as head coach at FDU and has been a motivational force.
15th-seeded Princeton beats Missouri 78-63 to reach Sweet 16
Blake Peters made five 3-pointers in the second half and Princeton shocked another power conference team to reach the NCAA Tournament regional semifinals for the first time in 56 years.
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D.A. saw case against Trump as potentially "charge ready" years ago
In a 2020 interview with CBS News, Alvin Bragg, then a Democratic candidate for Manhattan district attorney, shared some thoughts about the probe into then-President Trump and his former "fixer," Michael Cohen.
Bonta among 23 attorneys general blasting Kia, Hyundai over lack of anti-theft devices
California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined more than 20 attorneys general criticizing Hyundai and Kia for not installing anti-theft technology in their vehicles, following a spike in thefts.
Ron DeSantis, Mike Pence react to Trump's claim that he'll be arrested
Trump and his campaign have begun fundraising on the possibility of his indictment and have highlighted the delayed reaction from the 2024 field.
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.
American held hostage since 2016 in West Africa released
Jeff Woodke, an American aid worker, was taken from his home in Abalak, Niger, in 2016.
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What are the worst cities to live in if you have allergies?
A new Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America report identified the worst cities to live in if you have allergies.
What is xylazine, the veterinary sedative being found in the U.S. drug supply?
The drug has been found in an increasing number of overdoses and overdose deaths.
A new app by researchers at UC San Diego to help administer CPR
Researchers at the University of California San Diego's Simulation Training Center have developed a new app -- "Rescue Me CPR!" -- that people can use to help others experiencing cardiac emergencies.
Affordable Care Act has reduced disparities in health care, report says
Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act, or ACA, has helped cut the U.S. uninsured rate nearly in half, a new report says.
Frozen berries recalled due to possible hepatitis A contamination
While hepatitis A has not actually been detected on these products, the FDA is urging consumers "out of an abundance of caution" to return the recalled items for a refund.
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Call Kurtis: Travelers using online system still waiting for their passports
"They shouldn't be doing a beta and using us."
California storms are impacting the local grocery stores
The recent back-to-back storms are hitting California's critical agricultural regions, and they may also impact the U.S. food supply.
Chevron hasn't complied with new California gas pricing law
Chevron has not complied with a new California law requiring it to disclose how much money it is making from selling gasoline in the state, setting up a showdown with state regulators over data that Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration requested in order to impose the nation's first penalty on excessive oil profits.
Eggs are finally getting cheaper in the grocery store
Grocery prices rose slightly last month, but eggs are finally getting cheaper in the supermarket.
Call Kurtis: Make sure you're paying the right phone utility tax
When an El Dorado Hills viewer kept getting her phone lines taxed from a city she hadn't lived in for years, it was time to call on Kurtis Ming to investigate. It's something you may want to check on in your bill, too.
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Lawmakers frustrated by lack of transparency from the California Department of Corrections, but vote down bill that would require more transparency
Democratic lawmakers voted down the bill, citing inmate privacy concerns, but voiced bipartisan frustration with secrecy and a lack of transparency from CDCR.
1 killed in Lincoln car crash with a tree
The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened on February 23 in the early morning.
Stockton Unified School District under investigation for possible fraud
A new audit finds evidence of possible fraud, including money mismanagement and illegal financial practices.
UPDATED $0 BAIL STUDY: Suspects released on $0 Bail had twice the felony rearrests, three times the violent crime rearrests
EXCLUSIVE: An updated Zero-Dollar Bail study out of the Yolo Co. DA's Office finds suspects who were released on $0 Bail were twice as likely to be rearrested for felonies and three times as likely to be rearrested for violent crimes compared to those who had to post bail.
California Wage Theft: When Bosses Don't Pay
Wage theft robs workers of billions of dollars a year and costs Americans more than any other type of theft. In an effort to identify the scope of wage theft in California, and potential solutions, CBS News Sacramento teamed up with the CalMatters "Divide" team to produce this series of reports.
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Call Kurtis: Need help with your taxes? Try the IRS taxpayer advocate service.
When the Internal Revenue Service came after a Sonora retiree who filed their taxes using the wrong form, he called on Kurtis Ming to investigate
Call Kurtis: Travelers using online system still waiting for their passports
"They shouldn't be doing a beta and using us."
Call Kurtis: Why can't I use my Peet's gift card at the Peet's store?
When a Penn Valley viewer found out the local Peet's wouldn't accept a Peet's gift card, she called on Kurtis Ming to investigate.
Call Kurtis: Make sure you're paying the right phone utility tax
When an El Dorado Hills viewer kept getting her phone lines taxed from a city she hadn't lived in for years, it was time to call on Kurtis Ming to investigate. It's something you may want to check on in your bill, too.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Gas tax rebate cards went out without security feature
They are called EMV chips and are on almost every debit or credit card we use these days. It's a security feature intended to cut down on fraud. But why would a state program that puts money back into your hands agree to send out cards without that protection?
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New report shows relationship between income, fire risk and fire damage
Researchers at Stanford and the University of North Carolina made surprising new findings on how economics affects neighborhoods damaged by fires.
The Fire Cats: Documentary highlights animal rescue groups that saved hundreds of pets in 2018 Camp Fire
A local cat rescue group that stepped up to save hundreds of cats from the catastrophic Camp Fire was profiled in an award-winning documentary.
$24M Settlement reached with PG&E over Dixie Fire, utility faces criminal charges in 2020 Zogg Fire
A $24 million settlement has been reached over the massive Dixie Fire with ten public entities agreeing to a deal with Pacific Gas and Electric to pay for some of the damage.
85% of California's rural land now in 'high' or 'very high' risk for wildfires, new analysis shows
The climate crisis is among the key factors in a new assessment that shows more than 85% of California's rural and unincorporated land is now in "high" or "very high" severity zones for wildfire danger, the state's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) recently announced.
California's wildfire risk map updated after 15 years
California's office of the State Fire marshal released an updated fire hazard map showing which unincorporated parts of California are most at risk for fires and what future destruction could look like.
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90-year-old great-grandmother skydives on her birthday
One Arizona great-grandmother celebrated her birthday by jumping out of a plane.
The Glass Slipper: Local nonprofit aims to give girls in foster system chance to feel glamorous
With sparkly dresses and sky-high heels, The Glass Slipper is a nonprofit that is stepping in as a fairy godmother before prom. They're making sure girls who were in - or are in - the foster care system have a chance to feel glamorous.
Vacaville sheep named finalist in annual Cadbury Bunny Contest
A local sheep in Vacaville is now a top ten finalist for the annual Cadbury Bunny commercial.
Sacramento City Unified kicks off National School Breakfast week with food truck
Driving students to eat better, a food truck is delivering hot breakfasts to Sacramento schools.
Thousands descend on Land Park for 15th annual Donut Dash to benefit hospitalized children
It's a dash to raise some cash. Runners brought their competitive spirit —and their appetites — for the 15th annual Donut Dash. It's four miles, four donuts and all for a good cause.
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Trans flag raised at Sacramento Unified School District offices
The Sacramento City Unified School District is showing support for their transgender staff and students by raising the Trans Pride flag throughout March. This is the first time the district has done this, and they plan to make it an annual tradition.
Two men convicted of "revenge murder" after missing Rocklin father still not found
On Friday, a jury convicted two men in the killing of a Rocklin father, whose body has never been found. Five years ago, a missing person case turned into what prosecutors call revenge murder.
Body found floating in water at Discovery Park in Sacramento
Firefighters have recovered a body spotted floating in the water at Discovery Park. First responders received several calls from people who had spotted the remains earlier Monday near the park's Garden Highway entrance. The age and gender of the person have yet to be released.
West Sacramento struggles to find funds for pothole repairs
This winter has already wreaked havoc on the roads with giant craters in the concrete, tearing up tires. The pothole problem won't be solved any time soon. The potholes have drivers in West Sacramento feeling frustrated, but the city says it needs more money to make a dent in the dents.
Evening weather forecast - March 20, 2023
Chief Meteorologist Nic Merianos delivers the latest forecast for our region.