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Person of interest in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO in custody
Police are questioning Luigi Mangione, 26, in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City after he was arrested in Pennsylvania.
Sacramento County sheriff's deputies uncover bird fighting ring in Herald
Deputies are investigating after a suspected bird fighting ring was uncovered in Herald over the weekend.
California kindergarteners wounded in school shooting now stable, community rallies in support
The Butte County community is coming together to raise money for the families of two kindergartners who were wounded in a school shooting last week.
Loose lug nut flies through windshield, hits woman in face in Sutter County
A woman was hospitalized after a lug nut came loose from a big rig and flew through a vehicle's windshield in Sutter County, officials said Monday.
5.5 earthquake in Nevada rumbles across Northern California
The shaking was felt as far west as Sacramento and down to Modesto
49ers playoff hopes are still teetering despite blowout win against Bears
After three straight losses, including back-to-back blowouts, the San Francisco 49ers needed a get-right game.
Licensed pot farm in Sierra Nevada foothills robbed by group of armed suspects
Workers at a licensed marijuana farm in the Sierra Nevada foothills were held at gunpoint by robbers who went on to steal product, authorities say.
Adam Schiff sworn in as California's newest Senator
After two decades in the House of Representatives, Adam Schiff will return to the Capitol on Monday to officially begin his term as a US Senator.
School shooter identified as man with lengthy criminal record
The 56-year-old homeless man had a lengthy criminal and mental health history, authorities said on Thursday.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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California kindergarteners wounded in school shooting now stable, community rallies in support
The Butte County community is coming together to raise money for the families of two kindergartners who were wounded in a school shooting last week.
5.5 earthquake in Nevada rumbles across Northern California
The shaking was felt as far west as Sacramento and down to Modesto
Some Garberville residents suffer thousands of dollars in damage from North Coast earthquake
A State of Emergency was declared in three California counties, including Humboldt County where the manager of Patriot Gas Station shared surveillance video from the moments the powerful 7.0 earthquake struck off the coast of California.
Oroville woman organizes community vigil in support of boys hospitalized in school shooting
A community coming is the idea behind an event happening ahead of the annual tree lighting ceremony in downtown Oroville Friday night.
Northern California school shooter identified as man with lengthy criminal record, sheriff says
The suspected shooter who wounded two kindergarten students in Northern California on Wednesday was identified as a 56-year-old homeless man with a lengthy criminal and mental health history, authorities said on Thursday.
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Monday evening forecast: December 9, 2024
Here is a look at your next seven days of weather!
Lodi community mourns death of businesswoman
A Lodi community is mourning the loss of a beloved mother and businesswoman gunned down in her own home.
Modesto police set up special team dedicated to homeless response
Nina Burns reports.
Butte County kindergarteners wounded in school shooting now stable as community rallies to support
The Butte County community is coming together tonight to raise money for the families of two kindergartners who were wounded in a school shooting last week.
5.5 earthquake hits Nevada, shaking felt across California
The shaking was felt as far west as Sacramento and down to Modesto.
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Adam Schiff sworn in as California's newest Senator
After two decades in the House of Representatives, Adam Schiff will return to the Capitol on Monday to officially begin his term as a US Senator.
What is birthright citizenship, and can Trump end the right in the U.S.?
President-elect Donald Trump says he'll end birthright citizenship, after years of criticizing the constitutional right.
Trump says he'll act on the "first day" on some Jan. 6 cases
Trump said of the Jan. 6 defendants and convicts, "I'm going to be acting very quickly," he told NBC News' "Meet the Press."
Trump calls for "immediate ceasefire" in Ukraine after Zelenskyy meeting
President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying that Ukraine and its president "would like to make a deal and stop the madness."
White House announces nearly $1 billion in military assistance to Ukraine
President-elect Donald Trump's election victory has cast doubt on the future of U.S. aid for Ukraine.
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49ers playoff hopes are still teetering despite blowout win against Bears
After three straight losses, including back-to-back blowouts, the San Francisco 49ers needed a get-right game.
Kevin Huerter's 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz
Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 141-97.
Juan Soto to join Mets on record 15-year, $765 million deal, reports say
Juan Soto, the four-time MLB All-Star, has agreed to a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets, according to reports.
Purdy throws for 325 yards, 2 touchdowns as 49ers roll past Bears 38-13
Brock Purdy threw two touchdown passes and the San Francisco 49ers bounced back from two blowout losses to beat Chicago 38-13 and spoil interim coach Thomas Brown's debut for the Bears.
Hastings, Larison account for 6 TDs, UC Davis rolls past Illinois State 42-10 in FCS second round
Miles Hastings and Lan Larison each accounted for three touchdowns and No. 5 seed UC Davis beat 12th-seeded Illinois State 42-10 in the second round of the FCS playoffs.
Willy Adames agrees to $182 million, 7-year deal with the Giants, AP source says
Willy Adames has agreed to a $182 million, seven-year deal with San Francisco, providing the Giants with a power-hitting shortstop in the prime of his career, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.
Winters goes big for Warriors football team fighting for first state championship appearance
The small town of Winters spent Friday night supporting its hometown team as the Warriors fought for their first appearance in a state championship game.
DeRozan, Sabonis help Kings rout Spurs 140-113, with Wembanyama sidelined by injury
DeMar DeRozan scored 23 points, Domantas Sabonis had 22 points and 16 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings rolled to a 140-113 victory over San Antonio, handing the Spurs their second straight loss without Victor Wembanyama.
Former GM Bobby Evans, ex-agent Jeff Berry become special advisers with Giants
Former general manager Bobby Evans and ex-agent Jeff Berry have joined the San Francisco Giants as special advisers under new president of baseball operations Buster Posey.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
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What happens to your photos and videos when you die? How to keep memories after you're gone | Call Kurtis Investigates
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. | Call Kurtis
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
El Dorado Hills man signs up for YouTube Premium trial, then cancels but keeps getting charged
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
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Person of interest in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO in custody
Luigi Mangione, a man arrested in Pennsylvania, is being questioned in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, police say.
What is birthright citizenship, and can Trump end the right in the U.S.?
President-elect Donald Trump says he'll end birthright citizenship, after years of criticizing the constitutional right.
Kennedy Center honors Coppola, Sandoval, Raitt, Grateful Dead
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts
The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.
Mob hangs and kills 3 men accused of kidnapping girl in Mexico
Some 300 people participated in the lynching — hanging and beating the men until they were dead, according to local media.
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Kennedy Center honors Coppola, Sandoval, Raitt, Grateful Dead
The annual gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts features personalized tributes with performances and testimonials from fellow artists.
Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
British indie-rock band Sports Team robbed at gunpoint in Vallejo, California
A touring British indie-rock band said they lost personal gear when armed robbery targeted their van while they were getting coffee at a Vallejo Starbucks Tuesday morning on the first day of their U.S. tour.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA's North American stadium tour includes stop at SF's Oracle Park
On Tuesday morning, Kendrick Lamar and SZA announced the Grand National Tour, which will hit 19 stadiums across North America next spring and summer, including a late May date in San Francisco.
Elton John says he lost his eyesight after eye infection
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
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U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
California's Raw Farm expands raw milk recall after tests detect more bird flu virus
A California farm expanded a recall of raw milk sold in stores and halted production after state health and agriculture officials found bird flu virus in more milk samples.
Vikings legend Randy Moss "battling something internal"
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
How one landmark UC Davis Health clinical trial to treat spina bifida gave one Roseville family hope
A landmark clinical trial is underway at UC Davis Health: the world's first spina bifida treatment combining fetal surgery with stem cells.
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Homeowner's insurance policy canceled because of photo taken from space. What you should do.
A Fairfield couple had their home insurance policy canceled because of a photo taken from high above their residence. They called Kurtis when they thought the insurance carrier got it wrong.
Easing the rising costs of dining out—with these restaurant discount gift cards
Inflation and California's higher wages are driving up the cost of dining out, but the Call Kurtis team has found some relief for your wallet in the form of discount gift cards for restaurants.
Mother demands exhumation after cemetery moves daughter's grave without notice
A Sacramento mother is seeking answers—and justice—after discovering that her daughter's grave was moved without her knowledge.
Lodi animal rescue can't get Facebook to return hijacked page
A Lodi animal rescue and adoption agency said someone hijacked their Facebook page and is using it to rip people off. They reached out to the Call Kurtis team to look into it.
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.
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California's Raw Farm expands raw milk recall after tests detect more bird flu virus
A California farm expanded a recall of raw milk sold in stores and halted production after state health and agriculture officials found bird flu virus in more milk samples.
Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Rare coin issued after California Gold Rush sold at auction for $1.4M
Avid coin collectors jumped at the chance to get their hands on a rare "double eagle" gold coin at a Southern California auction house.
Southwest Oakland-to-Reno flight makes emergency landing in Sacramento
A Southwest Airlines flight from Oakland to Reno was forced to make an emergency landing in Sacramento Wednesday evening, the second such incident involving a Southwest flight from the Bay Area in as many days.
23andMe slashes 40% of workforce, discontinues therapeutics division
23andMe is laying off 40% of its workforce, or more than 200 employees, and discontinuing its therapeutics division as the struggling genetic testing company attempts to slash costs.
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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.
Woodland community rallies to help find dog missing for 10 days after owner injured in crash
Akemi, a brown and white female pit bull wearing a black collar, went missing after a crash on September 27 in Woodland.
Here's a lost cat's miraculous journey home from Yellowstone to California
A cat traveled hundreds of miles back to California to reunite with its family after getting lost on a trip in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.
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.
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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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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.
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.