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My Sister's House 15th Anniversary Gala was on May 23rd at the Crest Theatre. My Sister's House is Sacramento's first agency to address battering in the Asian and Pacific Islander community and to develop a cultural appropriate save haven
The Northern California World Trade Center Annual International Business Luncheon was on May 18th at the Hyatt Regency, Sacramento.
The Forum was on May 13th at the Sacramento Convention Center presented by Genovese Burford & Brothers and Greater Sacramento with Keynote speaker, John C. Williams, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.
In celebration of APR heritage month the Annual Awards dinner was on May 9th at the Sheraton Hotel, downtown Sacramento.
The Broadway Gala on May 7th benefitted California Musical Theatre's performing arts education and Music Circus productions. VSP was this year's title sponsor and many other generous companies and individuals. City Councilman Steve Hansen was the Honorary Chair and Celestine and Scott Syphax were the chairs. Dennis Mangers emceed the event and entertainment was provided by Broadway stars Eric Kunze and Sharon Wilkins. The Broadway Gala Singers, a group of 20 local teens, also performed. Over 450 business and community leaders attended the Gala at the historic Sacramento Memorial Auditorium.
The first Sacramento Walk of Stars honorees were announced today, May 9th in Sacramento L & 18th. Congratulations to Dr. Ernie Bodai, Gregory Kondos, Debbie Meyer and LeVar Burton for their national and international achievements and thank you for making Sacramento proud! #SacStar2016
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento 20th anniversary theme "Denim & Diamonds" was on May 6th at the Lemon Hill location with a special tribute to Fred Teichert and the Teichert Foundtion.
The CHCC Legislative Conference at the Sacramento Convention Center and State Capitol concluded with a Hispanic Appointee Reception at the Leland Stanford Mansion on May 4, 2016. This reception celebrated and recognized Hispanic appointees who serve at all different levels of government. The reception also provided attendees an opportunity to meet and engage with legislators and their staff, state agency representatives, Hispanic business owners, and community leaders from throughout California.
Nonprofits gathered at Cesar Chavez Plaza on BIG Day of Giving kick-off with a 24 hour online giving challenge to support local nonprofits on May 3rd.
On April 30th, 2016 the N Factor awards ceremony come together to acknowledge and recognize the efforts of Natomas residents and business people who selflessly share their talents for the betterment to the community. Below are the categories Distinguished Community Business Partner Distinguished Community Service Outstanding Teen Service (Service by an individual teenager or teen service organization) Outstanding Service To Youth (Educator, Faith Leader, Coach, or Group) Couldn?t Have Done It Without You (An all-encompassing award category)
The Council – A local all male organization aiming to help local charities on a quarterly basis was on April 26th at House Kitchen and Bar,downtown Sacramento. The concept: The Council is comprised of 100 men who agree to each donate $100 at four gatherings a year. At each gathering, the men will hear pitches from three local non-profits. At the end of the pitches, the men will vote by silent ballot for whichever non-profit they felt gave the best presentation. Whichever non-profit receives the most votes will walk away with $10,000 for its organization. Checks will be made out by each individual on-site and will be given directly to the charity. Each $100 donation is tax deductible. Founding members; Dave Harmon, Patrick Harbison, Greg Wellman, David Sobon, Cory Harris, Tim Harris and Shelby Elias Networking: The Council is envisioned to be a wonderful opportunity from men across various professional sectors to network and mingle. The goal is to provide long-term value to deserving causes - but also to have fun and create a socially and professionally viable atmosphere as well.
California Assemblymember Kevin McCarty declared victory Tuesday evening in Sacramento's mayoral race.
If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.
Democrat Christina Fugazi declared victory in the race for Stockton mayor against Republican Tom Patti. Patti has yet to concede.
Experts share tips on how families preparing for Thanksgiving can take steps to cut down on the amount of food wasted during the holiday season.
California's Office of Traffic Safety just awarded the Elk Grove police department more than a half million dollars to help reduce crashes that lead to injuries and deaths.
A husband and wife were left in critical condition following a house fire in Sacramento, officials said Tuesday.
The Sacramento Police Department is trying out a new air asset that's designed to improve response times.
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.
Two people were shot and killed in the Northgate area of Sacramento, police said Tuesday.
The Sacramento City Council has given the green light for a cannabis lounge pilot program.
Women now make up 49% of the overall legislature and, for the first time, will hold a majority in the state Senate.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
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.
Health officials in California are alerting consumers of a voluntary recall of a batch of cream top, whole milk that was produced by Raw Farms, LLC, in Fresno County after bird flu was detected in a sample.
Thousands of University of California health and service workers have hit the picket line as of Wednesday morning.
Brock Purdy threw one short pass in the open portion of practice for the San Francisco 49ers as he remains slowed by an injury to his throwing shoulder.
John Madden's love of football and family came through the most on Thanksgiving, and his legacy will once again be honored this holiday.
The NBA has fined Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown over an interaction he had with a referee in Sunday's game.
Cam Thomas scored 34 points and the Brooklyn Nets beat the Kings 108-103 in Nets coach Jordi Fernandez's return to Sacramento.
Josh Jacobs rushed for 106 yards and matched a career high with three touchdowns and the Green Bay Packers trounced the short-handed San Francisco 49ers 38-10.
Democrat Christina Fugazi declared victory in the race for Stockton mayor against Republican Tom Patti. Patti has yet to concede.
If confirmed as trade representative, Jamieson Greer would be responsible for negotiating directly with foreign governments on trade deals and disputes.
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico suffered from an influx of weapons smuggled in from the United States, and that drugs were a U.S. problem.
Millions of Americans would be eligible to have popular drugs used for weight loss like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare and Medicaid under a rule the Biden administration has proposed.
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
A California child was confirmed to be the first U.S. child to become infected with bird flu, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Friday.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Cold temperatures mean more people indoors, and more people indoors means more of a chance of spreading sickness.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
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.
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.
A Sacramento mother is seeking answers—and justice—after discovering that her daughter's grave was moved without her knowledge.
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.
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.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
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.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
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.
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.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The family contacted CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team to look into the matter.
The fire prompted a massive response from crews across the state, including five strike teams out of Auburn in Placer County.
The goal is to attract more women to the profession.
A new wildfire burning near the Nevada and Placer county line has forced officials to issue mandatory evacuations in both counties on Saturday.
As wildfires rage across California, new research reveals an alarming impact on one of the region's most vital industries: agriculture.
California voters will be asked to authorize the state to borrow $10 billion to pay for climate and environmental projects, including wildfire prevention.
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.
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.
Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.
More than one hundred customers came out to celebrate the grand reopening of a restaurant that's been around for seven decades.
Pursuing higher education can be challenging for any college-bound student and for former foster youth, doing it alone can seem impossible.
California's Office of Traffic Safety just awarded the Elk Grove police department more than a half million dollars to help reduce crashes that lead to injuries and deaths.
Angel Martinez got a closer look at Palermo Ristorante Italiano in Elk Grove.
Madisen Keavy reports.
Have you ever noticed how much better you feel when you wake up without an alarm? It turns out that it's not just a coincidence. We find out why in The Answer.
We know gratitude is the attitude to have this week and, hopefully, every week. So that's the theme for this pre-Thanksgiving edition of Sacramento Speaks.
