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Sacramento submits proposal to declare state of emergency over pedestrian deaths
The initiative comes after the third fatal vehicle versus pedestrian accident this month.
Solano County PG&E customer charged for someone else's utility bill for up to 18 years
A PG&E customer in Vacaville recently discovered he had been paying someone else's bill for what could be nearly two decades.
Apparent second Trump assassination attempt draws comparison to 1975 Ford attempts, one in Sacramento
The second apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump's life in weeks is drawing comparisons to another pair of attempted assassinations decades ago.
Suspect arrested after months-long investigation of Lodi triple homicide
An arrest has been made in connection to a triple homicide in Lodi that happened in June, authorities said Monday.
Folsom woman says credit reporting agency refuses to remove debt belonging to someone else
A Folsom viewer said a credit reporting agency is refusing to remove a debt that isn't hers. She reached out to the Call Kurtis team for help.
Trump "safe" after incident being investigated as assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump is "safe and unharmed" and a suspect is in custody after allegedly pointing a high-powered rifle through golf course fence, officials said.
Multiple students arrested across California's Central Valley amid wave of alleged school threats
Multiple arrests of students were made Monday in California's Central Valley as authorities investigated alleged online threats made against schools.
Sexual harassment at work is as common today for women as 5 years ago
Despite some workplace gains, many women continue to experience sexual harassment and bias, a McKinsey and LeanIn study finds.
Northern California Holocaust survivor turns 100, credits faith and forgiveness for long life
Northern California Holocaust survivor Nick Hope turned 100 years old on Sunday.
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California sees significant election official turnover amid threats, misinformation: "I started having panic attacks"
A CBS News California investigation found roughly half of California voters will have someone new to the job running their presidential election this year.
California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
Bills to shed light on newborn DNA storage in California quietly killed or gutted
Lawmakers quietly amended a bill prompted by a decade-long CBS investigation into California's Newborn Genetic Biobank. They removed the part that requires the state to reveal who is using our DNA for research and why.
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Overdue Yosemite backpacker found dead weeks later
A man who was scheduled to return from a backpacking trip in Yosemite National Park in late August was found dead on Saturday, park officials said.
Quincy Fire east of Oroville burns nearly 100 acres, forces evacuation warnings
Forward progress has been stopped for a fire burning in southeastern Butte County that forced officials to issue evacuation warnings on Thursday.
"Megalopolis" director Francis Ford Coppola sues Variety for libel
Francis Ford Coppola sued Variety, saying a story that claimed he ran an unprofessional set and tried to kiss female extras was false and libelous.
Stiffer penalties for smash-and-grab retail thefts signed into law in California
Smash-and-grab retail thefts that result in major damage to businesses will bring longer sentences in California after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bill into law Thursday.
Boyles Fire burns dozens of buildings in Clearlake; thousands evacuated
Firefighters were making some progress Monday morning as they battled the Boyles Fire in Lake County that burned upwards of 30 structures in the town of Clearlake.
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Vacaville PG&E customer charged for someone else's utility bill for up to 18 years
A PG&E customer in Vacaville recently discovered he had been paying someone else's bill for what could be nearly two decades.
Viewer claims TransUnion refuses to remove debt belonging to someone else
A Folsom viewer said a credit reporting agency is refusing to remove a debt that isn't hers. She reached out to the Call Kurtis team for help.
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How extensive is pregnancy brain? | The Answer
Pregnancy changes the body and hormones in dramatic ways. New research sheds light on just how extensive these changes are. We find out how in this segment of The Answer.
Here are some dine-out Mondays and Tuesdays deals to help save
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have found some Monday restaurant deals you can score.
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Apparent second Trump assassination attempt draws comparison to 1975 Ford attempts, one in Sacramento
The second apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump's life in weeks is drawing comparisons to another pair of attempted assassinations decades ago.
What's known about the suspect accused of targeting Trump on golf course
Ryan Wesley Routh was allegedly armed with an AK-47-style rifle in an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Trump is safe after incident being investigated as assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump is "safe and unharmed" and a suspect is in custody after allegedly pointing a high-powered rifle through golf course fence, officials said.
Hillary Clinton on Harris' White House run, Trump's criminal conviction, and more
The former first lady, senator, secretary of state and presidential nominee opens up about personal matters in her new book, "Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty."
Ronald Reagan's former staff back Harris-Walz ticket
They wrote in a statement that if former Republican President Ronald Reagan was alive, he would back Vice President Kamala Harris' candidacy.
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Rookie Brady Basso leads A's past White Sox for first major league win
The Oakland A's handed the White Sox their 16th consecutive home loss with a 2-0 victory on Friday night.
Local leaders launch effort to get Sacramento State into Pac-12
Local politicians and business leaders launched a committee called Sac-12, which is making a push to have Sacramento State join the Pac-12.
49ers' McCaffrey ruled out for Minnesota game; may go on injured reserve
The San Francisco 49ers announced that star running back Christian McCaffrey, who missed the season opener because of injuries, will also miss the Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday and could miss additional time.
49ers' 3 keys to victory against the Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota has not been kind to the 49ers, who have not beaten the Vikings at their home stadium since 1992. Here are three keys to victory for San Francisco against a Vikings team that looked just as impressive as the Niners in their season-opening win.
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Starliner crew turns the page, looks forward to extended station stay
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams look ahead to a productive science mission.
Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
2 astronauts bumped from SpaceX flight to make room for Starliner crew
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
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Folsom woman says credit reporting agency refuses to remove debt belonging to someone else
A Folsom viewer said a credit reporting agency is refusing to remove a debt that isn't hers. She reached out to the Call Kurtis team for help.
Dine out Mondays and Tuesdays, save with these deals | Call Kurtis
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have found some Monday restaurant deals you can score.
Banking industry can't explain what measures would stop a $400 check from clearing for $4,000
Chase Bank is accepting responsibility for a mistake that caused a check written for $400 to deduct $4,000 from a Sacramento viewer's Wells Fargo account.
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Sexual harassment at work is as common today for women as 5 years ago
Despite some workplace gains, many women continue to experience sexual harassment and bias, a McKinsey and LeanIn study finds.
Sean "Diddy" Combs taken into federal custody in New York
Sean "Diddy" Combs was taken into custody by federal authorities in New York Monday night.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Chipotle Mexican Grill tries out robots that halve avocados — and prep time
Restaurant chain's push into robotics could help improve accuracy and and address complaints about skimpy orders.
What's known about the suspect accused of targeting Trump on golf course
Ryan Wesley Routh was allegedly armed with an AK-47-style rifle in an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs taken into federal custody in New York
Sean "Diddy" Combs was taken into custody by federal authorities in New York Monday night.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and member of Jackson 5, dies at 70, sons say
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
Full list of winners and nominees for the 2024 Emmy Awards
See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2024 Emmy Awards.
DirecTV, Disney reach agreement, restoring channels
The Walt Disney Company and DirecTV are still working to finalize a new, multi-year contract.
Justin Timberlake speaks out after taking plea deal in Long Island DWI case
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty Friday to driving while ability impaired on Long Island. He spoke to reporters after the plea, saying he made a mistake, and urged people not to get behind the wheel if they had even one drink.
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FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
Experts warn against vaccine skepticism
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Boar's Head shutters Virginia plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak
Boar's Head will no longer make liverwurst and is indefinitely closing the location where the product was made, impacting 500 workers.
Opioid deaths now lowest in 3 years, but still worse than pre-pandemic
Drug overdose deaths from opioids such as heroin and fentanyl have fallen from a peak in 2023.
High levels of lead found in 12 cinnamon brands. List to avoid.
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
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Folsom woman says credit reporting agency refuses to remove debt belonging to someone else
A Folsom viewer said a credit reporting agency is refusing to remove a debt that isn't hers. She reached out to the Call Kurtis team for help.
Dine out Mondays and Tuesdays, save with these deals | Call Kurtis
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have found some Monday restaurant deals you can score.
Big discounts for college students you may not even realize you can receive | Call Kurtis
College classes are now back in session, and CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have been on the lookout for discounts for college students that they may not even realize they can receive.
Citrus Heights sees bargain bonanza with wave of new thrift stores
Places like Big Lots and 99 Cent Only stores have been closing across the region, but there's one type of retailer that's making a resurgence.
Do businesses have to let you use their bathroom? | Call Kurtis
When you've got to go, you've got to go. But it's sometimes tough to find a restroom available to the public. Kurtis Ming is getting answers on your rights to access.
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San Francisco's iconic Transamerica Pyramid reopens to public after renovation
The Transamerica Pyramid, the crown jewel of Downtown San Francisco, reopened its doors Thursday with all the pomp and circumstance fit for a historical landmark.
Rebuilding Pac-12 adding Boise St., Colorado St., Fresno St. and San Diego St.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
Elk Grove cracks down on unlicensed street food vendors
Elk Grove is taking a bite out of businesses selling food on the streets without the proper permits. This comes as the number of complaints about illegal food vendors is growing.
Labor Day festivities bring in foot traffic for Sacramento businesses
As the Labor Day Festivities continue, Sacramento business owners said this holiday weekend can be some of their busiest days of the year.
Customers wait hours for one last slice of Zelda's Pizza in midtown Sacramento
A beloved midtown Sacramento staple, Zelda's Gourmet Pizza, officially closed its doors for the last time Saturday night. The owner cited financial complications are the reason behind the closure.
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Sacramento pet owners seek answers after multiple dogs get sick after walks in park
Over a dozen dog owners are claiming their pets got sick after taking a walk in Frank Seymour Park in Sacramento at the beginning of August.
New emergency veterinary clinic in Elk Grove offers pet owners a unique experience
Many people got new pets during the pandemic and that's created a big demand for veterinary services. Now there's a new facility opening today in Elk Grove that could help.
Hundreds of volunteers help keep animals calm at Sacramento shelter during July 4th fireworks
Here is a look at the creative ways Sacramento County's animal shelter is trying to reduce stress for animals caused by fireworks.
UC Davis updates guidelines on when to spay, neuter dogs. Here's what researchers found.
When it comes to our dogs, we've always heard how important spay and neutering is. But when you do it could affect your dog's health.
California's first-ever, free Adopt-a-Pet Day is here
Saturday is a chance to pick up a new pet free of charge as animal shelters across California are participating in a new effort to help alleviate overcrowding.
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Sites Reservoir project northwest of Sacramento gains momentum
The conversation surrounding California's water continues. The Sites Reservoir project northwest of Sacramento has a price tag of $4 billion and is funded by local, state and federal dollars.
Groundwater supply could get a boost across the Sacramento area thanks to a new project
The Regional Water Authority is working on creating a "bank" to store water underground doubling the capacity of groundwater stored.
Remote Northern California reservoir stuck in drought despite winter's water wealth
There's one Northern California reservoir that hasn't rebounded despite this winter's rain and snow.
Shasta Lake nearly filled to the brim following remarkable winter turnaround
If you want to measure the success of this winter, California's largest reservoir is a good way to do it. As of Friday, Shasta is about three feet away from full, and that's a foot higher than where it was on Monday.
Lake Oroville at 91% capacity, DWR increases water releases
The DWR upped its water release amount this week. On Wednesday 18,000 cfs were released and 20,000 cfs on Thursday.
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Stockton's Team Elevate program earns national ranking as athletes get college recognition
Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.
Customers celebrate grand reopening of Sacramento's decades old Sammy's Restaurant
More than one hundred customers came out to celebrate the grand reopening of a restaurant that's been around for seven decades.
Sacramento State program eases the stress for students who spent time in foster care
Pursuing higher education can be challenging for any college-bound student and for former foster youth, doing it alone can seem impossible.
Dozens of college-bound seniors at Sacramento Charter High celebrated
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
Bank employee hasn't missed a day of work in 47 years. Now he's getting ready to retire.
A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire.