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Golden State Killer's victims give impact statements
Victims and surviving family members had the chance to confront the man known as the Golden State Killer in a Sacramento courtroom on Tuesday. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Pitcher says he mows lawns to make ends meet
Arizona Diamondbacks Single-A-affiliate pitcher Scott Randall says he has an unusual change-up. CBS Sacramento reporter Steve Large has more.
California State Fair adding cannabis award
The California State Fair will add a "cannabis cultivation" category to its annual competitions beginning next year. Kurtis Ming has more.
Newsom and Biden address California wildfire response
President Biden and California Governor Gavin Newsom toured wildfire damage in Northern California on Monday. They will then attend a campaign event for Newsom ahead of Tuesday's recall vote. Watch their remarks.
Firefighters race to contain raging Caldor Fire
Fire crews are desperately trying to prevent the Caldor Fire from consuming a national treasure. The massive wildfire is nearing Lake Tahoe. Carter Evans has the latest.
Mammoth Dixie Fire grows to California's second-biggest ever
It's covered an area more than two-and-a-half times that of New York City, as California's fire season continues on a record-setting pace.
GOP congressman on California wildfires
California's largest wildfire, the Dixie Fire, has destroyed at least 100 buildings in Greenville and Canyondam, about six hours north of Sacramento. Thousands have been forced to evacuate. Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a Republican whose district includes Greenville, spoke with CBSN's Elaine Quijano about the government's response.
2 charged with plotting to attack Democratic HQ in Sacramento
Both Northern California residents are accused of conspiring to destroy the building with fire or explosives, and one faces various weapons charges.
Police shootings
The fatal police shooting death of unarmed Stephon Clark in Sacramento, California has led to two days of protests with demonstrators demanding answers. Recent stories in The Washington Post have discussed whether the lawmakers have turned a blind eye to policies that could help to stop shooting deaths of unarmed Americans by police. Retired NYPD detective and director of the Black Law Enforcement Alliance Marq Claxton joins CBSN to discuss the issue.
Killing of unarmed man sparks protests
The fatal shooting of Stephon Clark brought a second day of protests to Sacramento. Clark was shot and killed while holding a cellphone that police say they thought was a gun. For demonstrators, video of the shooting is proof police acted too quickly. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports.
Sacramento protests after police shooting
Protests intensified outside a Sacramento Kings basketball game Thursday evening after body camera footage showed police officers shooting an unarmed black man. The officers said they thought 22-year-old Stephon Clark had a gun, but later discovered he was only holding a cellphone.
Sacramento protests on police shooting death
Protests are intensifying in Sacramento after two police officers shot and killed an unarmed black man. The officers, who unloaded at least 20 rounds, thought 22-year-old Stephon Clark had a gun. Anne-Marie Green reports.
Police fire on unarmed black man 20 times
Police in California are investigating why two Sacramento officers shot at an unarmed black man 20 times -- and killed him. Stephon Clark, a 22-year-old father of two, was in his grandparents' backyard when he was shot and killed Sunday. John Blackstone reports.
Cop-killing suspect laughs
Luis Bracamontes, accused of killing a California deputy and detective in 2014, laughed in court during his murder trial Tuesday in Sacramento. In a chilling outburst, he threatened to kill more law enforcement officers. Tony Lopez reports for CBS Sacramento.
Flight passenger arrested
A woman is in jail after she allegedly threatened to kill fellow passengers on a Southwest flight from Portland to Sacramento. CBS Sacramento's Marc Thompson reports.
Summer snow
Snowfall turned the last day of summer into a treacherous winter scene on Sierra roads in El Dorado County, California. One person died in a 16 car pile-up made worse by hail on Interstate 80. CBS Sacramento reporter Drew Bollea has the story.
Violent jaywalker arrest
A criminal investigation has begun following the violent arrest of a jaywalker in Sacramento, California. A witness captured the incident on a cell phone, and the footage has sparked new criticism of police. The officer initially stopped Nandi Cain Jr. for illegally crossing a street. After his orders weren't obeyed, the officer tackled Cain to the ground. The arresting officer has been placed on leave.
Nazi Brawl Stabbings
CBS News' John Blackstone has the latest on a violent fight between protesters, police, and white supremacists in Sacramento.
In San Francisco Bay, it's been a great week for whale watching thanks to some special visitors seldom seen in those waters
In San Francisco Bay, it's been a great week for whale watching thanks to some special visitors seldom seen in those waters. But scientists have concerns about the whales visiting the shallower waters. Carter Evans reports.
The state of California has been in dire need of rain for years
The state of California has been in dire need of rain for years. This weekend, they're finally getting some -- but it may prove to be too much. As Danielle Nottingham reports, nearly three inches of rain fell near Sacramento in 24 hours.
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
What to know about Joe Kent, Trump counterterrorism chief who resigned
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
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FBI, IRS to probe nonprofit groups for domestic terrorism links, sources say
In December, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered law enforcement officials to prioritize efforts to probe and prosecute groups and individuals belonging to the antifa movement or are deemed "extremist."
Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says
Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.
Dolores Huerta alleges assault by Cesar Chavez amid abuse claims
Allegations of abuse of women and girls by union leader Cesar Chavez were first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday.
Sen. Rand Paul confronts Sen. Markwayne Mullin at heated hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee as the Senate considers his confirmation to replace Kristi Noem as DHS secretary.
House Democrats try to force vote to fund DHS, but not ICE and CBP
Democrats would have to convince at least four Republicans to join their discharge petition to force a floor vote.
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U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
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In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
Maps show forecast for extreme heat wave scorching the West
A long-duration heat wave is taking shape over the western half of the U.S. and forecast to stick around in the days ahead.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, citing economic uncertainty
Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says
Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.
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U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
Wall Street is betting on Ukraine's drone technology
Swarmer is likely to be the first of many: a Ukrainian defense startup with an American face that leans on U.S. capital to scale production for both the Ukrainian and American militaries.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, citing economic uncertainty
Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.
How to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and save time at airports
Travelers hoping to bypass some of the increasingly long wait times at U.S. airports can enroll in the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which is now operating at 65 locations.
Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.
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5 takeaways from the Illinois primaries
Illinois' heavily Democratic tilt means statewide candidates and those in the Chicago area and its suburbs are favored to win in November.
Which Illinois primary candidates spent the most money per vote?
Some Illinois primary election candidates raked in huge amounts of campaign cash. Not all of them won their primaries, despite massive spending.
What to know about Joe Kent, Trump counterterrorism chief who resigned
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says
Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Wall Street is betting on Ukraine's drone technology
Swarmer is likely to be the first of many: a Ukrainian defense startup with an American face that leans on U.S. capital to scale production for both the Ukrainian and American militaries.
How Russia is benefitting from "America's war of choice in Iran"
Treasury chief Scott Bessent said Russia wouldn't benefit from an easing of oil sanctions to calm energy markets. But Russia is.
Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Children discover mysterious ancient skeleton next to playground
The skeleton is the latest in a series of bodies discovered in the city of Dijon that were mysteriously buried in a seated position while facing west.
Belgian soldiers to protect Jewish sites as Iran war fuels antisemitism
Italian soldiers are patrolling Rome's ancient Jewish quarter and Belgian troops will help secure Jewish sites as an official warns the threat of antisemitic violence "is very real."
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Behind the rise of The Last Dinner Party
The band The Last Dinner Party is coming to the U.S. next week to tour its second album, "From the Pyre." The members of the band spoke to Anthony Mason about how they met, their rapid rise to fame and the support they've had along the way.
Inside the Vanity Fair Oscar party
For more than 30 years, Vanity Fair has thrown an exclusive Oscar's after party. This year, the magazine's new global editorial director Mark Guiducci decided to trim the guest list, didn't allow press inside and even required guests to put a sticker over their phone camera for privacy. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" and gives an up-close look at the party.
Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Melissa Etheridge opens up about new music
Melissa Etheridge speaks with "CBS Mornings" about releasing her 17th studio album "Rise" later this month, writing about the loss of her son and grief.
Woman on viral Coldplay "kiss cam" speaks out
Kristin Cabot, the woman from the viral Coldplay "kiss cam" video, spoke in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey about the backlash she received from that moment and how it differed from comments made about her boss Andy Byron, the CEO of their company.
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AI expert designs cancer vaccine for his dog
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
Jury still deliberating in social media trial
Jury deliberations for a landmark social media addiction trial in California entered a fourth day Wednesday. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has the latest.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How the military is using AI in war
From intelligence to research and grant applications, artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in government and military operations.
Landmark social media trial continues
A verdict could come as soon as Tuesday in the landmark trial against Meta and Google for allegedly fueling social media addictions. CBS News contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Kouri Richins found guilty | "48 Hours" Podcast
Kouri Richins, Utah author and mother, was just found guilty for murder and attempted murder of her husband Eric Richins. The state accused her of killing him with a fentanyl-laced Moscow mule in 2022 after previously attempting to poison him via a sandwich on Valentine's Day. Monday evening the jury found her guilty on all counts including insurance fraud and forgery. In a special episode, "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales speaks with Skye Lazaro, former defense attorney for Richins, about the significance of the outcome and the key moments in court that let up to the verdict. This episode was recorded on March 17.
Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of killing her husband and later writing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges Monday, including aggravated murder. Her sentencing is now set for May and she faces the possibility of life in prison.
Accused Latin American drug lord arrives in U.S. after years on the run
Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
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Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
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Kouri Richins found guilty | "48 Hours" Podcast
Kouri Richins, Utah author and mother, was just found guilty for murder and attempted murder of her husband Eric Richins. The state accused her of killing him with a fentanyl-laced Moscow mule in 2022 after previously attempting to poison him via a sandwich on Valentine's Day. Monday evening the jury found her guilty on all counts including insurance fraud and forgery. In a special episode, "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales speaks with Skye Lazaro, former defense attorney for Richins, about the significance of the outcome and the key moments in court that let up to the verdict. This episode was recorded on March 17.
AI expert designs cancer vaccine for his dog
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
Gabbard: "No efforts" to rebuild Iran nuke program
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard told Congress in a written report on Tuesday night that Iran has made "no efforts" to rebuild its nuclear enrichment program after the 2025 U.S. strikes. Gabbard did not say those words in her Senate testimony on Wednesday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
NYT: Cesar Chavez accused of abusing girls
Labor leader Dolores Huerta said Wednesday that the late Cesar Chavez assaulted her in the 1960s. Huerta's statement comes after a New York Times report released earlier Wednesday detailed allegations of abuse against Chavez. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has the details.
Sources: Trump hasn't decided on troops in Iran
As fighting in the Middle East intensifies, sources tell CBS News that President Trump has yet to decide on having troops on the ground in Iran. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has the latest.