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Flooding at New Colgate Powerhouse triggers employee evacuations in Yuba County
Employees at the New Colgate Powerhouse in Yuba County were forced to evacuate Friday afternoon after a large water pipe failed, sending a surge of water through the facility and sparking a multi-agency emergency response.
Sacramento City Unified School District to lay off hundreds of workers
Hundreds of Sacramento City Unified School District workers were set to be laid off amid a multi-million-dollar budget deficit, following a vote by district trustees on Thursday.
Sacramento County pulls portable restrooms from American River Parkway
It's just one cost-cutting move the county is putting in place to deal with money trouble in its Regional Parks Department.
Lodi grape growers concerned as farm bureau projects additional vine removal this year
The California Farm Bureau anticipates another 40,000 acres of vines will be pulled, with many being seen around Lodi. It's a sight that's becoming more and more common along country roads in the area.
California lawmakers weigh alcohol ban for repeat DUI offenders
The Sacramento region has the third-highest DUI rate in the nation. Now, state lawmakers are considering a new booze ban to prevent any more tragedies.
Scotts Valley tribe's $700M Solano County casino in legal limbo, preview site set to open soon
The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians announced it will soon open a "preview casino" on its trust land in Vallejo
DHS shutdown begins as funding expires without a deal in Congress
It's the second time in as many weeks that government funding has lapsed as Democrats and the White House remain at an impasse over immigration enforcement policies.
Natomas Unified teachers prepared to strike if district can't meet their contract demands
For the first time in Natomas Unified's history, an overwhelming number of teachers part of the Natomas Teachers' Association (NTA) voted "yes" to a strike.
Video released of Sacramento police shooting suspect after bank robbery
The Sacramento Police Department released body-camera footage of at least one officer shooting a suspect following a bank robbery at the end of January.
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California governor's race simulator shows primary election possibilities
With so many candidates and no clear frontrunner in California's governor's race, two Republicans now lead in the polls in this heavily Democratic state, raising the question: Could the primary election lead to a Republican-versus-Republican runoff?
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan enters 2026 California governor's race
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced Thursday that he is running for governor of California in 2026, joining a crowded field in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
What one California candidate for governor says about how he'd try to repeal controversial laws
Just how much power will the next governor have to repeal controversial California laws?
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Hollywood comedy club owner faces harassment after negative review from social media influencers
Jiaoying Summers said she began getting online death threats after the Kalogeras sisters posted a video about their experience at one of her open-mic events.
Los Angeles jeweler struggles to keep up with historic gold prices
Gold prices have surged to historic highs in recent years and experts say the momentum is unlikely to slow anytime soon.
FAIR Plan secrets: New bill would force transparency after CBS News California investigation
A year after CBS News California Investigates exposed secrecy inside the California FAIR Plan, the insurance commissioner is backing a bill that would open meetings and financial records and require public reporting for the state's insurer of last resort.
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California lawmakers weigh alcohol ban for repeat DUI offenders
The Sacramento region has the third-highest DUI rate in the nation. Now, state lawmakers are considering a new booze ban to prevent any more tragedies.
California governor's race simulator shows primary election possibilities
With so many candidates and no clear frontrunner in California's governor's race, two Republicans now lead in the polls in this heavily Democratic state, raising the question: Could the primary election lead to a Republican-versus-Republican runoff?
California to ban blackjack-style games from cardrooms by April
New state regulations approved this month are set to significantly reshape California's cardroom industry, with operators warning the changes would effectively outlaw blackjack-style games from within those facilities.
Bipartisan bill aims to preserve telework for California state workers
As the deadline approaches for Gov. Gavin Newsom's executive order mandating California state workers return to in-person work four days a week, there is a new bipartisan effort to change state law and allow the current telework structure to continue.
California Supreme Court rules loose marijuana in car is not grounds for search
A California Supreme Court ruling involving a Sacramento traffic stop bars police from stopping or ticketing drivers over loose marijuana, ruling that it's similar to spilled beer and not readily consumable.
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California bill would ban booze sales to repeat DUI offenders
The Sacramento region has the third-highest DUI rate in the nation. Now, state lawmakers are considering a new booze ban to prevent any more tragedies.
Latest on hydroplant flooding in Yuba County
Madisen Keavy reports.
California projects additional vine removal this year, leaving Lodi grape growers concerned
The California Farm Bureau anticipates another 40,000 acres of vines will be pulled, with many being seen around Lodi. It's a sight that's becoming more and more common along country roads in the area.
First 3-D printed home in Yuba County goes up for sale
Kayla Moeller reports.
What's behind University of the Pacific's men's basketball team turnaround
The Tigers have more wins this season than the previous two combined.
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California lawmakers weigh alcohol ban for repeat DUI offenders
The Sacramento region has the third-highest DUI rate in the nation. Now, state lawmakers are considering a new booze ban to prevent any more tragedies.
DHS shutdown begins as funding expires without a deal in Congress
It's the second time in as many weeks that government funding has lapsed as Democrats and the White House remain at an impasse over immigration enforcement policies.
CEO of Dubai's largest port replaced after ties to Epstein revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO and chairman of Dubai's DP World, appears in the Epstein files more than 4,700 times, according to the Justice Dept.
Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
Second U.S. aircraft carrier expected to head to Middle East, officials say
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and its escort ships are expected to head to the Middle East, three U.S. officials told CBS News, as U.S.-Iran tensions simmer.
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Stockton Kings host NBA G-League's Mexico City Capitanes while celebrating Hispanic heritage
It was Hispanic Heritage Night as the Stockton Kings hosted the NBA G-League's first team outside of the US and Canada, the Mexico City Capitanes. Wednesday night, Mexico City won but Thursday on a back-to-back, Stockton would hope to bounce back in a battle for first in the West.
U.S. men's hockey team cruises to 5-1 win over Latvia
In the easy win, Brock Nelson scored twice for the U.S., four players had two assists apiece and there was production up and down the lineup.
Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers baseball team rebrands as the Freebirds
Marysville's independent professional baseball team, the High Wheelers, is rebranding.
Jackson Jr. scores 23 in home debut as Jazz deal Kings their 14th straight loss
Jaren Jackson Jr scored 23 points in his home debut to lead the Utah Jazz to a 121-93 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
New Giants manager Tony Vitello enters 1st season ready to learn
Tony Vitello walked up the dugout stairs to meet with reporters about 15 minutes later than expected because of a team meeting that went longer than planned.
Ben Ogden becomes 1st U.S. man in 50 years to medal in cross-country
Ben Ogden of Team USA won the silver medal in the cross-country sprint Tuesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Pelicans send the Kings to their 13th consecutive loss, 120-94
Trey Murphy III made five 3-pointers and finished with 21 points, Jeremiah Fears scored 14 of his 20 in the second half and the New Orleans Pelicans sent the Sacramento Kings to their 13th straight loss Monday night, 120-94.
49ers DL Keion White shot in ankle during altercation in San Francisco
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Keion White was shot and injured early Monday morning in San Francisco, the team confirmed.
Best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2026 as rated by experts
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
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SpaceX launches space station crew on 8-month mission
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
How a UC Davis nuclear reactor is helping NASA get astronauts back to the moon
NASA's Artemis II rocket is scheduled to blast off this spring, taking humans back to the moon's orbit for the first time in more than 50 years. We got an inside look at the UC Davis nuclear reactor that's helping make the mission a success.
Astronauts back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Four space station Crew 11 fliers splashed down off the Southern California coast at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space cut short by a medical issue.
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January CPI report is the best inflation news in months. Here's why.
The inflation reading, the lowest since May 2025, shows grocery, gas and rent prices are cooling.
CEO of Dubai's largest port replaced after ties to Epstein revealed
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO and chairman of Dubai's DP World, appears in the Epstein files more than 4,700 times, according to the Justice Dept.
Amazon ends Flock partnership after backlash over Super Bowl ad
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
CPI rose at an annual rate of 2.4% in January, cooler than expected
Inflation came in below economists' forecasts and slowed from December's 2.7% annual rate.
Trump pardons 5 ex-NFL players for crimes including drug trafficking
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players - one posthumously - for crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.
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James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show brings the party, showcases Latin culture
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who performed at the Super Bowl halftime show? See the full list
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
When and how to watch today's Winter Olympics opening ceremony
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
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See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
Contra Costa County man latest to die from California toxic wild mushroom outbreak
Health officials in the East Bay said a man has died from consuming toxic wild mushrooms, amid an ongoing spike in mushroom-related poisonings throughout California.
Napa County child confirmed to have measles in county's first case since 2012
Health officials in Napa County confirmed Wednesday that a child has been diagnosed with measles in the county's first case in nearly 15 years.
How Harmony Health's Yuba-Sutter street medicine team is making a difference
The Harmony Health Street Medicine team spends their days visiting encampments and connecting with vulnerable people, meeting them where they are and offering care outside of a clinic and without barriers.
Kaiser Permanente to pay $46M in data breach settlement. Here's how to file a claim.
Kaiser Permanente has reached a lawsuit settlement over alleged patient data breaches involving Kaiser websites and mobile applications, with members eligible to receive a payment from a $46 million settlement fund, the health care giant announced.
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Roseville dress shop owners talk potential tariffs impact on wedding, prom season
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
Placer County's Sip Into Spring wine tasting event is this weekend
This weekend, Placer County is hosting its annual Sip Into Spring event, offering free or discounted tastings at more than 20 wineries along what's known as the Placer Wine Trail.
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.
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Solano County, city mayors are "all hands on deck" responding to recent mass layoffs
Solano County is experiencing blow after blow when it comes to mass layoffs, with the potential for even more jobs to be cut.
Stockton Chamber of Commerce looking for new volunteer board members
The chamber, in its 125th year, is now accepting applications for five new members on its board, which is something they do annually.
San Francisco's east side to host biggest Super Bowl parties ahead of game day
NPU Live, the company behind The Midway and Portola Festival, is hosting several concerts and parties in one of the city's unique spaces, Pier 80.
Plans to rebuild Cal Expo water park collapse over developer's nonpayment
Cal Expo announced it is terminating its lease agreement with the company that promised to rebuild the old Raging Waters park due to nonpayment of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
New owners pour up sweet future for previously foreclosed Old Sugar Mill
Once navigating foreclosure and an uncertain future, the Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg is now writing a new chapter under new ownership
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Lodi Animal Services expands shelter space with new facility set to open in March
The Lodi Animal Shelter is undergoing a much-needed expansion and is giving a warning to owners ahead of the wet and windy weather season.
Dozens of abandoned Chihuahuas found in Modesto home, foster homes sought by animal rescue
An animal rescue group is urgently searching for foster homes and donations after finding what they believe may be as many as 80 abandoned Chihuahuas inside a Modesto rental home.
Dog's terminal cancer diagnosis dropped after UC Davis clinical trial
Lola, the golden retriever, was given a terminal cancer diagnosis with just a couple of months to live. An aggressive cancer of the mouth spread to her lungs at 9 years old.
Meet the bat dog stealing the spotlight at Yuba Sutter High Wheelers games
You've heard of a bat boy, how about a bat dog? The Yuba Sutter High Wheelers have a new teammate this year.
An owner's pack of dogs is harming animals in south Natomas for second time this year
The Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacramento is asking the public to beware of three husky-mix dogs on the loose in south Natomas that are responsible for killing a cat and biting a dog.
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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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California dog found in Michigan reunited with family 5 years after going missing
A Sacramento County dog picked up thousands of miles from home after he went missing five years ago was reunited with his family on Wednesday.
Routine call turns heroic as Rancho Cordova deputy helps delivery baby in store parking lot
What started as a suspicious circumstances call for Rancho Cordova police ended with a newborn surprise.
Nonprofit turns old Modesto baseball field into thriving community garden
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
Sacramento could be home to America's Favorite Teacher
A Sacramento-area middle school history and English teacher is in the running to win big as America's Favorite Teacher, a title her students think she is more than worthy of being awarded.
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.