Sacramento is now a sanctuary city for transgender people

The city of Sacramento is now a transgender sanctuary city, believed to be the first in California to vote for this designation.

• Mar 27, 2024

Man killed in California mountain lion attack

A man was killed and his brother was injured when a mountain lion attacked them about 50 miles east of Sacramento. It's the first fatal mountain lion attack in California in more than 20 years. Elise Preston reports.

• Mar 25, 2024

Calif. voters approve Prop. 1, ballot measure aimed at tackling homeless crisis

California voters have approved a measure that Gov. Gavin Newson says he needs to tackle the state's homelessness crisis.

• Mar 21, 2024

Dozen arrested, chambers cleared during Sacramento City Council discussion of Gaza cease-fire resolution

Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg cleared the City Council chambers over outbursts during a debate over his proposed Gaza cease-fire resolution. Twelve people were arrested.

• Mar 20, 2024

Scott Peterson appears virtually in court

Convicted killer Scott Peterson appeared virtually in a California courtroom Tuesday for a status conference hearing in his quest to overturn his 2004 conviction for the murders of his pregnant wife and their unborn son. The Los Angeles Innocence Project took up his case in January. CBS News Sacramento reporter Madisen Keavy is following the latest.

• Mar 12, 2024

Northern California braces for snow storm with Blizzard Warnings in effect. Here's the forecast.

A severe winter storm has begun bringing copious amounts of snow to California's Sierra Nevada this week. Extremely dangerous mountain travel is expected, with long stretches of roadway becoming impassible with blizzard conditions.

• Mar 1, 2024

California State Archives offers free tours for exhibit showcasing Black history

In honor of Black History Month, an exhibit showcasing the contributions of African Americans will be on display at the California State Archives.

• Feb 26, 2024

6 dead, 12 injured in California shooting

Six people are dead and another 12 were injured after gunfire broke out in downtown Sacramento, California. Police are searching for multiple shooters as the community waits to learn the identities of those killed in the Sunday morning shootout. Molly Riehl from CBS Sacramento has more.

• Apr 4, 2022

Sacramento mom wants action after son called racial slurs during Roseville wrestling match

A Sacramento mother is speaking out after she says her son was subjected to racial slurs during a high school wrestling match in Roseville.

• Jan 23, 2024

Man makes 1st appearance in Sacramento court after deadly shooting of 10-year-old

The father of the 10-year-old accused of shooting and killing another 10-year-old is now being held at no bail at the Sacramento County Jail.

• Jan 3, 2024

Former NBA G League player confessed to woman's murder in Nevada, court docs say

A former player for the Stockton Kings, the Sacramento Kings G League affiliate, was arraigned in court Tuesday on kidnapping and murder charges related to the death of 23-year-old Marayna Rodgers in Nevada.

• Dec 19, 2023

Catholics in Sacramento and worldwide celebrate Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe

December 12 is known as the Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe. For nearly 500 years, she's become a symbol of love, hope, and unity, and for the people of Mexico and Mexicans living in the United States, she holds a special place in their faith and culture.

• Dec 12, 2023

Bishop: Sacramento Diocese to seek bankruptcy protection after over 250 lawsuits claim sexual abuse

The Diocese of Sacramento will seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after more than 250 lawsuits claiming sexual abuse​ by clergy and other staff, Bishop Jaime Soto said.

• Dec 11, 2023

Film screened in Sacramento highlights holocaust haven in Philippines

An inspirational piece of history hit the big screen in Sacramento on Sunday. People gathered at the Crest Theater for the film "An Open Door."

• Nov 20, 2023

Symbol of Native American history cemented in Sacramento's Capitol Park

A new Native American monument was unveiled in Sacramento's Capitol Park. A symbol of indigenous history, the statue of Miwok leader and preservationist William J. Franklin Sr. is now cemented in the park's landscape.

• Nov 7, 2023

California professor talks Filipino Americans' underrepresentation despite large population

A community connected through song, dance and food – Filipino American heritage takes center stage in October, but for Sacramento State University student Ardale Arizabal, it's year-round.

• Oct 31, 2023

NAACP, family members speak out after Natomas teacher's arrest

The NAACP and family members are speaking out about the arrest of a Natomas teacher who was taken into custody during what they say was a mental health crisis.

• Oct 23, 2023

Sacramento man Rodney Rumsey identified as body in 41-year-old cold case

An important link between the California Department of Justice and a genealogy lab dedicated to law enforcement investigations helped to close a decades-old cold case and bring closure to the family of Rodney Rumsey of Sacramento.

• Oct 20, 2023

"Immense sadness": Sacramento Jewish, Palestinian community members process conflict in Middle East

Community members in Sacramento are feeling the Israeli-Palestinian conflict​ in a very deep way including two prominent community leaders organizing their own as best they can.

• Oct 9, 2023

What does WNBA expansion to San Francisco mean for possible Sacramento return?

A WNBA expansion franchise has been awarded to San Francisco, disappointing some Sacramentans who were hoping the Monarchs would return one day — something the league commissioner indicated could be possible.

• Oct 6, 2023

"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.

• Sep 28, 2023

Annual forum highlights growth and inequities in Sacramento's Hispanic communities

The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held its annual State of Hispanics Forum Friday. It highlighted growth but also continued inequities.

• Sep 15, 2023

California Assemblymembers push for state to adopt Transgender History Month

Should California adopt and recognize a Transgender History Month?

• Sep 6, 2023

Sacramento's Jaime Coffee becomes NFL's first female PA announcer at 49ers final preseason matchup

Jaime Coffee made history at the San Francisco 49ers preseason matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers on Friday.

• Aug 26, 2023

Sacramento church nearly destroyed in fire 3 years ago is finally reopening

A Sacramento church that was nearly destroyed in a fire three years ago is finally opening doors to the public. They're hosting a grand re-opening this Saturday.

• Aug 23, 2023

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