Trailhead Fire Grows Overnight, Containment Holds
New mandatory evacuations were set in place overnight for people living in Placer and El Dorado Counties as the Trailhead Fire continues to burn.
New mandatory evacuations were set in place overnight for people living in Placer and El Dorado Counties as the Trailhead Fire continues to burn.
Mandatory evacuations are in effect for parts of Placer and El Dorado Counties because of the Trailhead Fire.
It's taken Cal Fire a while to find the right aircraft, an S2 World War II plane. There's only 100 of the particular model and manufacturer in the world
Images of the Fresno County foothills show the spread of tree death, and the reason Cal Fire has hired hundreds of new firefighters just to start fuel reduction.
Benjamin Cunha, 33, of Placerville was sentenced to five years on prison on arson charges after admitting to setting at least 30 wildland fires in 2006 and 2007.
California's firefighting agency has increased its warnings to thousands of property owners who aren't doing enough to protect their homes by clearing brush and other flammable materials. But it rarely puts any muscle behind the threats.
Scientists are projecting that it could be one of the strongest on record, and potentially bring heavy rains to Northern California from January through March.
Fire officials say two of the state's more destructive wildfires in recent memory are expected to be out by next week.
Any home near dry vegetation is at risk for fire, but Cal Fire maps show a higher risk in some areas, and not just in forested areas.
A couple who lost their home in the Valley Fire salvaged at least one precious item in the aftermath.
The bodies of two men reported missing within the burn area of the Valley Fire are believed to have been found, authorities say.
Authorities say a person has died in the Butte Fire.
The fire burning in Amador and Calaveras counties continues to grow, but so does containment.
Food, clothes and blankets – donations are piling up and getting put to use by those most in need. It's a rapid response for the hundreds left homeless by the Valley Fire.
The people in one community hit by the Valley Fire are showing they are resilient, their toughness is on display as they take on the fight of their lives.
The fire burning in Amador and Calaveras counties continues to grow, but so does containment.
The Butte Fire continues to rage, but it's already left its mark - thousands of acres of torched land and more than 80 homes destroyed.
Firefighters are battling a quickly growing fire in Lake County that has injured several fire personnel.
Hundreds of people rushing to escape a massive wildfire charging across the tinder-dry Sierra Nevada foothills said Saturday that they had to make wrenching decisions about what to save - pets, loved ones' ashes - and what to leave to possibly burn.
The Jerusalem Fire, which has been burning since August 9 in Lake County and has charred more than 25,000 acres, is 95 percent contained. Firefighters say they expect to have the fire 100 percent contained on Monday.
The three were demoted in January during a scandal at the agency's training academy in Ione, east of Sacramento. But two of the three were able to quickly receive new promotions back to their previous rank of fire captain.
Authorities revealed Wednesday that the destructive Rocky Fire was caused by a faulty gas water heater.
The Jerusalem Fire, which has been burning for more than a week about 100 miles north of San Francisco is 95 percent contained.
Days after nearly losing her summer home to one California wildfire, Nicole Ruff breathed a sigh of relief after learning that firefighters and a firebreak cleared by her husband had saved it from a second blaze.
Firefighters have made significant progress against a wind-stoked blaze in Northern California that has forced evacuations.
The emotional lift of Ricky Pearsall's return to the field 50 days after he was shot lasted less than a half.
Patrick Mahomes overcame two interceptions to deliver a few big plays with his feet and the Kansas City Chiefs remained the league's only undefeated team after beating the San Francisco 49ers 28-18 in a Super Bowl rematch.
A supposed date arranged on Facebook ended up being a robbery, authorities say.
A 21-year-old woman has died after a crash in Stockton on Saturday night.
Sacramento police said one person was injured in a shooting at the DOCO parking garage Saturday night.
Patrick Mahomes and co. bested San Francisco in a mistake-plagued game for both teams.
GoldenSky Festival, a growing event, is expected to bring more than 75,000 people over the course of the weekend.
Several major construction projects in Sacramento are expected to significantly impact traffic this weekend as crews work quickly before the weather changes.
Health officials say several skunks have tested positive for rabies after a Sacramento Zoo visitor was bitten by one this week.
The FBI is seeking information that could lead to an arrest in a deadly shooting in Stockton that happened on July 5.
Sacramento police said one person was injured in a shooting at the DOCO parking garage Saturday night.
Sacramento County tests its emergency alert system each year to ensure people can be instantly notified about threats in their community.
Sacramento is seeing a 30% increase in homicides this year. City leaders took the first steps in passing controversial new gun laws to help prevent violence.
The only museum in Sacramento showcasing African American history is in jeopardy of closing after losing critical grant funding.
Drivers in Sacramento are dealing with the first full day of a major freeway closure Saturday with the weekend shutdown of the connector between northbound Highway 99 and westbound Highway 50.
The last day to register by mail to vote in California for the 2024 election is fast approaching. Here's what to know.
An inmate who escaped from a Northern California jail last month was located and arrested at his home on Thursday, deputies say.
A shocking new report on global biodiversity is detailing what it calls "a catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations ahead of a major international conference on biodiversity.
Tens of thousands of PG&E customers are in the dark as critical fire danger weather moves into Northern and Central California.
Millions of people across California will participate in the Great California ShakeOut on Thursday, Oct. 17, a day dedicated to practicing earthquake safety.
The emotional lift of Ricky Pearsall's return to the field 50 days after he was shot lasted less than a half.
Patrick Mahomes overcame two interceptions to deliver a few big plays with his feet and the Kansas City Chiefs remained the league's only undefeated team after beating the San Francisco 49ers 28-18 in a Super Bowl rematch.
Carson Conklin and Elijah Tau-Tolliver each accounted for three touchdowns, Zach Schreiner kicked a 36-yard field goal on the first possession of the second overtime and Sacramento State held on to beat Weber State 51-48.
San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall will be activated and make his NFL debut against Kansas City 50 days after he was shot in the chest.
Jay Cutler was arrested for a DUI, gun possession and other charges in Franklin, Tennessee on Thursday evening, an official confirmed to CBS News.
Former President Donald Trump is hosting a town hall in Lancaster Sunday night, and Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Chester County on Monday.
Vice President Kamala Harris held events in Michigan and Georgia Saturday, while former President Donald Trump campaigned in Pennsylvania.
The judge overseeing President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case released more evidence collected by special counsel Jack Smith on Friday.
The last day to register by mail to vote in California for the 2024 election is fast approaching. Here's what to know.
Californians already pay the highest price for gasoline in the country, and some analysts estimate proposed changes to the state's low carbon fuel standard could increase prices at the pump by as much as 65 cents a gallon.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Recalled product sold nationwide can cause serious, potentially deadly burns in less than a second.
Some of the lowest-paid health care workers in California will get a pay bump Wednesday under a state law gradually increasing their wages to at least $25 an hour.
A new UC Davis clinic is offering hope to those who are struggling with depression.
Sen. Richard Blumenthal had urged a probe into the USDA's handling of the Boar's Head plant, calling it an "abject failure."
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.
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.
A Rocklin man lost his wife this year. When he found himself locked out of their email account, he decided to call Kurtis.
Fentanyl took her life. Frustrated with the legislature, Matt Capelouto took matters into his own hands and attempted to get Alexandra's Law on the ballot so that the public could vote on it themselves.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Credit card companies are responsible for fraud loss, under federal law. But there's no penalty for big banks when venerable victims wire thousands of dollars to scammers.
A Rocklin man lost his wife this year. When he found himself locked out of their email account, he decided to call Kurtis.
There are many money-saving deals out there for senior citizens these days that you may not know about.
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.
Booster seats and car seats are the law for children under eight years old, but a new study reveals many kids aren't being kept in them.
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.
Forward progress has been stopped for a fire burning in southeastern Butte County that forced officials to issue evacuation warnings on Thursday.
El Dorado and Placer County communities continue to recover two years after the Mosquito Fire burned more than 76,000 acres.
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.
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The woman was 21-years-old, authorities say.
Daisy Edens Bean could be traveling to Arizona or the Bay Area, authorities say.
Sacramento police said one person was injured in a shooting at the DOCO parking garage Saturday night.
The Sacramento Kings held their fan fest on Sunday.