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Sutter Health Park receives major upgrades for A's inaugural season
Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento went through some major upgrades as the Athletics and Sacramento River Cats will share the facility for the 2025 season.
Man killed, another injured in crash that shutdown eastbound I-80 near Vallejo
One man died and another is in the hospital after a crash shutdown eastbound Interstate 80 near Vallejo Sunday evening, authorities said.
Fire during cultural ceremony damages Chaw'se Roundhouse in Amador County
Firefighters extinguished a fire that broke out during a cultural ceremony taking place inside the Chaw'se Roundhouse in Pine Grove early Sunday morning.
Chase of reported stolen vehicle ends at Roseville Galleria
A suspect was taken into custody after a pursuit ended at the Roseville Galleria on Sunday, authorities said
In Photos: California Capital Airshow 2025
Here's a look at the California Capital Airshow 2025 through photos.
Sierra County man trapped in truck overnight reflects on "miracle" rescue
Trapped for nearly 24 hours in his crushed truck and not knowing if anyone was coming to his rescue, a Sierra County man and his dog now have an incredible story of survival.
A's second baseman Zack Gelof to start season on IL after suffering hand injury
Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof is scheduled for surgery on his right hand and will begin the season on the injured list.
Sinkhole closes parts of northbound Tracy Boulevard north of Tracy
A lane of Tracy Boulevard in San Joaquin County is closed after it was undercut by a large sinkhole.
Stockton man arrested on suspicion of terrorist threats, child abuse
A Stockton 18-year-old was arrested on multiple charges including terrorist threats on Sunday, police said.
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CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
Should it be legal that the public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix that following a recent CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
Once thought of as a small, rarely-used backstop, the FAIR Plan is now one of the largest insurers in the state, and people without FAIR Plan insurance are the ones on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt. Yet the FAIR Plan is still cloaked in secrecy.
"American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."
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New book explores Joan Didion's impact on American literature: "We Tell Ourselves Stories"
New York Times Film Critic Alissa Wilkinson sits down for an interview about her new book about Joan Didion.
California to launch methane-detecting satellite network, Gov. Gavin Newsom says
Plans are in the works for California to launch a methane-detecting satellite network, the governor's office says.
California announces it has more electric charging stations than gas nozzles
California's electric vehicle infrastructure is reaching a major milestone as 25% of new cars sold in the state are electric.
Possible measles exposure reported at Tuolumne County school and ER
Tuolumne County Public Health officials on Tuesday warned about possible measles exposure at a high school and an emergency room.
Astound Broadband to pay $1.28M to settle NorCal hazardous waste claim
Telecommunications firm Astound Broadband has agreed to settle a claim that it improperly disposed of hazardous waste in Northern California landfills instead of proper disposal facilities, authorities announced Tuesday.
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Sunday afternoon weather forecast - March 23, 2025
Here's a a look at the weather Sunday afternoon.
California Capital Airshow brings in money to Sacramento
The airshow took place at Mather Airport and brought in money to Sacramento.
Portion of northbound Tracy Boulevard closed by sinkhole
A lane of Tracy Boulevard in San Joaquin County is closed after it was undercut by a large sinkhole.
Chaw'se Roundhouse damaged in fire in Amador County
Firefighters extinguished a fire that broke out during a cultural ceremony taking place inside the Chaw'se Roundhouse in Pine Grove early Sunday morning.
Friend shares her pivotal role in convicting killer decades after Vacaville teen's death
A childhood friend of 14-year-old De Anna Lynn Johnson shares the pivotal role she played in convicting Marvin Markle in Johnson's death in 1982.
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Trump revokes security clearances of Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton
The move comes after Mr. Trump had already announced last month that he was revoking former President Joe Biden's security clearance.
U.S. to revoke legal status of more than a half-million migrants
A total of 532,000 migrants from from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela entered the U.S. under the CHNV policy.
Small Business Administration cutting staff by 43%
The Small Business Administration on Friday said it is cutting more than 40% of its staff as part of the Trump administration's wider effort to shrink the federal bureaucracy.
Social Security in-person identity check angers retirees, advocates
Beginning March 31, those who cannot verify their identity over the agency's online service will be required to visit an agency field office in person.
Lodi leaders set aside letter asking to end same-day registration, require voter ID
The Lodi City Council decided to shelf a letter that called to end same-day registration and require voter identification at polling places.
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A's second baseman Zack Gelof to start season on IL after suffering hand injury
Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof is scheduled for surgery on his right hand and will begin the season on the injured list.
Antetokounmpo has 32 points,17 rebounds as Bucks take down Kings 114-108
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 17 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks shook off a sluggish start to beat the Sacramento Kings 114-108.
Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnación to undergo surgery on left hand
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnación will miss the start of the season after breaking a bone in his left hand while attempting a diving catch.
George Foreman, boxing legend and entrepreneur, dies at 76
George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.
Kevin Huerter scores 25 in return to Sacramento as Bulls beat Kings 128-116
Coby White scored 35 points as the Chicago Bulls beat the Sacramento Kings 128-116.
Short-handed Kings hand Cavaliers their 3rd straight loss with 123-119 win
DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points and the short-handed Sacramento Kings handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their third straight loss with a 123-119 victory.
Athletics, Giants now offering direct-to-consumer streaming of games
Fans of the Athletics, San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies will be able to stream their games on a direct-to-consumer basis this season through MLB.
Kings lose Domantas Sabonis, still hang on to beat Grizzlies
Malik Monk had 28 points and seven assists, and the Kings beat the Memphis Grizzlies 132-122 to end a four-game losing streak despite losing center Domantas Sabonis to a pair of injuries Monday night.
Expert offers tips on how to fill out a March Madness bracket
With March Madness in full swing, millions are filling out their brackets, hoping to predict the unpredictable.
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Venus will pass between the Earth and sun on Saturday
Our planet's closest and brightest neighbor will pass approximately between the Earth and sun this week, in what's called an inferior conjunction.
Starliner astronauts return to Earth after 286 days in space
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams joined Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return to Earth.
Starliner astronauts' replacement crew arrive at International Space Station
With a replacement crew on board the space station, NASA is eyeing Tuesday for the Starliner astronauts' return to Earth, finally ending their marathon mission.
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How to experiment with asking banks to lower your credit card interest rate
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.
What happens to your photos and videos when you die? How to keep memories after you're gone
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
When new flooring is marketed as waterproof, is it really "waterproof"? A Sacramento family's saga.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
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A's second baseman Zack Gelof to start season on IL after suffering hand injury
Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof is scheduled for surgery on his right hand and will begin the season on the injured list.
Pope Francis returns home after hospital stay fighting life-threatening illness
The 88-year-old made his first public appearance in five weeks at the hospital on Sunday after surviving a life-threatening bout of pneumonia.
Antetokounmpo has 32 points,17 rebounds as Bucks take down Kings 114-108
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 17 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks shook off a sluggish start to beat the Sacramento Kings 114-108.
Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnación to undergo surgery on left hand
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnación will miss the start of the season after breaking a bone in his left hand while attempting a diving catch.
4 arrested in New Mexico shooting that left 3 dead, at least 15 injured
Police announced the arrests of four suspects accused in the Friday shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico. They all face murder charges.
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New book explores Joan Didion's impact on American literature: "We Tell Ourselves Stories"
New York Times Film Critic Alissa Wilkinson sits down for an interview about her new book about Joan Didion.
Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
Athletics, Giants now offering direct-to-consumer streaming of games
Fans of the Athletics, San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies will be able to stream their games on a direct-to-consumer basis this season through MLB.
Cyndi Lauper plots 3 Northern California shows for "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour"
The final leg of Cyndi Lauper's farewell tour has been announced, and Northern California will have several chances to see her.
Gene Hackman, wife's cause of death announced by New Mexico officials
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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New UC study critical of vaping's effectiveness in getting people to quit smoking
A lot of smokers are switching to e-cigarettes to try and kick their nicotine fix, but does vaping really help kick the habit?
Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's frozen meals recalled over wood-like material
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Possible measles exposure reported at Tuolumne County school and ER
Tuolumne County Public Health officials on Tuesday warned about possible measles exposure at a high school and an emergency room.
U.S. records most measles cases in single year since record 2019 wave
Most cases have been from an outbreak in Texas and New Mexico, the CDC says.
Dr. Oz pledges to continue Medicare drug price talks started by Biden
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the former surgeon and television host, was nominated to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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How Mexico, Canada tariffs taking effect Tuesday will impact Sacramento
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
Amid nationwide economic blackout day, Sacramento's Zanzibar faces closure after 26 years
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 sees positive results from retail theft reporting app
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.
Sacramento residents scramble to buy chicks as egg prices skyrocket from bird flu
As the demand for eggs skyrockets, so is the demand for chickens.
New shopping center coming to Linda as Yuba County growth continues
Within the next two weeks, construction is going to start on underground infrastructure to put in power and water for the new shopping center with a car wash, food and retail shops.
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Astound Broadband to pay $1.28M to settle NorCal hazardous waste claim
Telecommunications firm Astound Broadband has agreed to settle a claim that it improperly disposed of hazardous waste in Northern California landfills instead of proper disposal facilities, authorities announced Tuesday.
Many Sacramento small businesses still struggling five years after pandemic shutdowns
The impact of the pandemic is still being felt five years later for some small businesses in Sacramento.
City of Stockton considers hefty fees against vacant buildings
The City of Stockton is proposing hefty fees for owners of vacant buildings who have no plans in the works to use or rent out their space.
A's release updated renderings providing more detailed look at Las Vegas ballpark
The Athletics on Thursday unveiled updated renderings of its proposed Las Vegas ballpark, giving fans a more detailed look at what to expect.
California lawmaker introduces "No Robo Bosses Act" to regulate AI in the workplace
A Northern California lawmaker has introduced a proposal seeking to regulate artificial intelligence used to manage employees in the workplace, including a ban on using software to hire and fire employees without human oversight.
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Search underway for possible Amador County dog killer after family pet found dead in driveway
An Amador County family hopes the community will have their answer as to who could have killed their beloved family pet in their front yard.
Sacramento SPCA provides shelter for animals displaced by LA fires
The SPCA took them in to free up space and resources for the influx of animals displaced by the fires in Southern California.
Roseville SPCA seize 100 rabbits from home
The Placer SPCA is now caring for more than 100 rabbits rescued from a home in Roseville on Monday.
Sacramento needs new animal shelter as Front Street is too outdated, study finds
Sacramento's Front Street Animal Shelter is seeing a double-digit drop in animal adoption rates. Now, a new report shows that the facility's small size is partially to blame.
Dog missing for 11 days after Woodland crash reunites with owner
A nearly two-week-long search effort in Yolo County has resulted in a heartwarming reunion between a man and his best friend.
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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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Yolo County basketball star inches closer to goal of 3K career points, totaling 1K this season
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.
Sacramento Chick-fil-A customer celebrates 90th birthday at restaurant he's become a staple at
Cake, candles, chicken and a cow are the recipe for a 90th birthday celebration at the Madison Avenue Chick-fil-A for a long-time customer who has become a staple in the Sacramento community.
California high school senior uses own money to buy holiday gift for every student at school
A high school senior and his girlfriend dressed up as Santa and Mrs. Claus and handed out gifts to every student at their school, Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts.
Dozens of people with disabilities set sail for first time at Sacramento Deep Water Channel
It was a day of conquering fears and overcoming odds at the Sacramento Deep Water Channel this weekend. People living with physical disabilities got an opportunity to feel the exhilaration of setting sail.
School nutrition program to get kids excited about healthy eating sees success in Yuba City
A nutrition program to get kids excited about healthy eating in Yuba City is seeing success and now the farm-to-school program will be growing not just food but in size and opportunity.