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Atmospheric river takes aim at Northern California

Expect rounds of heavy rain and Sierra snow, flooding concerns and travel impacts through the weekend.

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Davis City Council narrowly passes ordinance strengthening existing bans on homeless camps

The council voted 3-2 in favor of adopting the new ordinance.

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Sacramento's mayoral race remains too close to call

Flojaune Cofer and California Assemblymember Kevin McCarty, both Democrats, emerged from the March primary election as the top two candidates in Sacramento's mayoral race.

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Sacramento holds public workshops to improve Howe Avenue safety

Last year, Sacramento had 55 traffic fatalities, which was an all-time high for the city. Now, the city is launching new traffic safety efforts to try and get that number down to zero.

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28 arrested after Travis Air Force Base gates blocked during Israel-Hamas war protest

Officers arrested 28 people who were protesting outside Travis Air Force Base on Wednesday, the Fairfield Police Department said.

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Sacramento holds public workshops to improve Howe Avenue safety

Last year, Sacramento had 55 traffic fatalities, which was an all-time high for the city. Now, the city is launching new traffic safety efforts to try and get that number down to zero.

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2 people shot and killed in Northgate area of Sacramento

Two people were shot and killed in the Northgate area of Sacramento, police said Tuesday.

Nov 19

Sacramento's cannabis lounge pilot program passes in city council vote

The Sacramento City Council has given the green light for a cannabis lounge pilot program.

Nov 19

Sacramento City Council to vote on new rules to help crack down on sideshows

Sacramento city leaders on Tuesday will consider passing new rules cracking down on sideshows. It comes as the number of street takeovers continues to grow.

Nov 18

Trump's pick for White House communications director grew up in Sacramento

From Sacramento to the White House, here's a look at President-elect Donald Trump's pick for communications director.

Nov 18

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University of California health workers start two-day statewide strike

Thousands of University of California health and service workers have hit the picket line as of Wednesday morning.

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Atmospheric river pummels Northern California. Why is it called a bomb cyclone?

Expect rounds of heavy rain and Sierra snow, flooding concerns and travel impacts through the weekend before Thanksgiving as atmospheric river moves through Northern California

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First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County

The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.

Nov 17

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Elon Musk's X sues California over AI law targeting election-related deepfakes

Elon Musk's social media platform X is suing California over a new state law targeting deceptive, AI-generated election content, claiming that it violates First Amendment free speech protections.

Nov 15

NorCal Army soldier who died as WWII POW in Philippines accounted for

A U.S. Army soldier from Northern California who was captured during World War II and died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines has been accounted for, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced Friday.

Nov 15

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49ers expecting to get George Kittle back this week, aren't sure about Nick Bosa

The San Francisco 49ers are expecting to get star tight end George Kittle back this week for a key game against Green Bay but are uncertain whether top pass rusher Nick Bosa will be able to play.

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TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement

"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.

Nov 19

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49ers hope Bosa's injury isn't long term after latest 4th-quarter collapse

The San Francisco 49ers got a taste of what their defense looks like without Nick Bosa in the second half of a loss to Seattle.

Nov 18

LIVE On Netflix: Jake Paul Vs. Mike Tyson

Netflix says 60 million households watched Tyson-Paul match

The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.

Nov 19

Geno Smith scores game-winning touchdown, leading Seahawks past the 49ers 20-17

Geno Smith scored on a 13-yard scramble with 12 seconds remaining and the Seattle Seahawks snapped a six-game losing streak against the San Francisco 49ers with a 20-17 victory.

Nov 17

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Epidemiologist Flo Cofer, Assemblyman Kevin McCarty square off for Sacramento mayor

Flojaune Cofer and California Assemblymember Kevin McCarty, both Democrats, emerged from the March primary election as the top two candidates in Sacramento's mayoral race.

7H ago

Pentagon solves 1 UFO mystery but still probing case of "large orange orb"

Director of Pentagon office probing UFOs showed Congress 3 cases it's resolved, but also discussed 3 — out of nearly two dozen — still under active investigation.

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Former Small Business Administration Administrator Linda McMahon Interview

Trump picks Linda McMahon for education secretary

Linda McMahon is a co-chair of President-elect Donald Trump's transition team and was the Small Business Administrator in his first term.

Nov 19

The 2021 Concordia Annual Summit - Day 2

Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency

Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022. Now he's Trump's choice to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Nov 19

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"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions

The leaked materials include the sworn deposition of the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.

Nov 19

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Colgate To Eneter "Natural" Market With Deal To Buy Tom's Of Maine

Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste

The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.

Nov 19

California health officials report possible bird flu case in Bay Area child

Officials with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) said they have identified a possible bird flu case in a child in Alameda County.

Nov 19

Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it

Officials suspect that migratory birds likely spread the H5N1 virus there.

Nov 19

First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County

The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.

Nov 17

When did Movember begin? Global event has raised over $1B since inception

Since Movember started, it's raised over a billion dollars to help fund programs for prostate and testicular cancer as well as suicide prevention.

Nov 15

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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.

Oct 7

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.

Oct 7

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.

Sep 24

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.

Sep 23

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.

Sep 16

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Natomas woman exhumes daughter's remains after Sacramento cemetery moved grave without notice

A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.

Nov 4

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.

Oct 31

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.

Oct 25

CHP captain accused of insurance fraud authorized Roseville park warrant service that led to shootout, sources say

The CHP captain accused of workers' compensation fraud was the commander in charge of the fatal Mahaney Park shootout in Roseville, three officers who worked under him at the time of the shootout confirmed.

Oct 23

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.

Oct 18

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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.

Nov 18

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.

Nov 11

Natomas woman exhumes daughter's remains after Sacramento cemetery moved grave without notice

A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.

Nov 4

Sacramento family searches for grandparents' graves after Catholic cemetery moves remains

The family contacted CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team to look into the matter.

Oct 28

Some streaming services most of us pay for could actually be enjoyed for free | Call Kurtis

The Call Kurtis team has found that some companies you may already be doing business with may offer streaming for free, or at deeply discounted rates.

Oct 28

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Northern California crews respond to help with fast-moving Mountain Fire in Southern California

The fire prompted a massive response from crews across the state, including five strike teams out of Auburn in Placer County.

Nov 6

Forest Service to hold Women in Wildfire training camp in Northern California

The goal is to attract more women to the profession.

Oct 29

Dutch Fire forward progress stopped after prompting evacuations in Placer, Nevada counties

A new wildfire burning near the Nevada and Placer county line has forced officials to issue mandatory evacuations in both counties on Saturday.

Oct 6

Firefighters Battle Line Fire In Southern California

UC Davis finds connection between wildfire smoke, failing crop production

As wildfires rage across California, new research reveals an alarming impact on one of the region's most vital industries: agriculture.

Oct 4

California's Prop 4 would invest $10B in future wildfire prevention projects

California voters will be asked to authorize the state to borrow $10 billion to pay for climate and environmental projects, including wildfire prevention.

Sep 27

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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.

Sep 29

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.

Sep 27

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.

Jul 22

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.

Jul 19

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.

Jul 12

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Councils in 2 Yolo County cities tackle homeless issues

The Davis City Council met Wednesday night to consider a crack down on homeless encampments in the city that officials say are popping up more often and can be a public health and safety concern.

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Sacramento seeks community input on how to make Howe Avenue safer

Last year, Sacramento had 55 traffic fatalities, which was an all-time high for the city. Now, the city is launching new traffic safety efforts to try and get that number down to zero.

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Northern Sierra hit by heavy snowfall

Brady Halbleib went up the mountain as an atmospheric river arrived in Northern California.

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Sacramento's mayoral race remains too close to call just weeks out from swearing-in ceremony

Sacramento's mayoral race remains too close to call fewer than three weeks before the winner is set to be sworn in.

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Suspect arrested for shooting Tracy gardeners with BB gun, charged with hate crime

A suspect is behind bars after police say he confessed to shooting them with a BB gun over their ethnicity.

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