California announces it has more electric charging stations than gas nozzles
California's electric vehicle infrastructure is reaching a major milestone as 25% of new cars sold in the state are electric.
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California's electric vehicle infrastructure is reaching a major milestone as 25% of new cars sold in the state are electric.
A total of 90 EV charging units will be installed across nine locations in Sacramento and Elk Grove.
The IIHS says a "small increase in crash speed can really ramp up the danger to a pedestrian," and our penchant for big vehicles "has intensified that effect."
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.
California's push toward cleaner vehicles may be in jeopardy under a second Trump administration.
The California Air Resources Board voted Friday to approve changes to a key climate program aimed at reducing planet-warming emissions from transportation fuels.
Ford is temporarily halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck as motorists cool on EVs.
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Storm surge poses a fire hazard for vehicles with lithium-ion batteries, with dozens of blazes erupting after Helene.
When California Democrats accept oil money or vote against "climate-friendly" bills, they are often criticized or accused of being beholden to the oil industry. But are they?
Several projects in California are set to receive the federal grants.
School districts around the country have put over 4,500 electric buses on the road, but more funding is needed.
Lithium-ion batteries have fueled fire concerns nationwide, and a company is taking precautions as it celebrates the grand opening of its new manufacturing and distribution warehouse in Natomas.
The National Transportation Safety Board says it opened an investigation into a Tesla semi-truck crash and fire on the I-80 freeway in Placer County.
The National Transportation Safety Board says it opened an investigation into a Tesla semi-truck crash and fire on the I-80 freeway in Placer County.
Firefighters say responding to an electric vehicle fire poses unique challenges not seen with gas-powered vehicles.
Crews were still working to fully reopen Interstate 80 in Northern California following a Tesla semi-truck fire near Emigrant Gap.
Electric vehicle technology is rapidly advancing to meet demand as California accelerates its zero-emission standards by 2030. Now there's a new mobile fueling unit powering the future to help consumers go green.
California has set a goal of having five million electric vehicles on the road in the next six years, and training is now underway to ensure there are enough people with the high-tech skills to maintain them.
Lack of easy-to-find charging stations continues to be a major reason why many adults do not purchase electric vehicles.
With more Californians switching to electric vehicles, some drivers say the infrastructure needs are changing substantially.
Tesla's stock price has tumbled 39% this year amid concerns about the electric vehicle maker's slowing growth.
Officials said the standards will help clean up some of the nation's largest sources of planet-warming greenhouse gases.
A major automaker made a deal with California to cut greenhouse gas emission from cars as the state transitions away from gas-powered vehicles.
A 21-year-old son of an NFL assistant coach has taken responsibility for prank-calling former University of Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders during the NFL Draft late last week.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
Vancouver police ruled out terrorism as a motivator for the incident at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival, saying the suspect has a history of mental health issues.
The closure comes just weeks after the brewery announced an expansion of its Ice Blocks location.
An investigation is underway in south Sacramento after a person was struck and killed by a hit-and-run suspect Saturday night.
A massive internet outage affected thousands of Sacramento residents and a number of businesses on Saturday.
A 21-year-old son of an NFL assistant coach has taken responsibility for prank-calling former University of Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders during the NFL Draft late last week.
One of the top football talents to come out of the Sacramento area in recent years is heading to the NFL.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
The closure comes just weeks after the brewery announced an expansion of its Ice Blocks location.
The festivities started with a stout competition at Crest Theater with more than 200 breweries vying for the title of California's best beer.
X Games announced Friday that its summer arrival in Sacramento has been postponed so the organization could completely focus on its planned 2026 launch of its new competition platform, X Games League.
The UC Davis Medical Center is currently building a new hospital tower, but some are concerned it could become a noisy nuisance.
Skeletal remains of a Sacramento homicide victim found in 1991 have now been identified more than three decades later, police said.
CBS13 first reported last week about some of the problems identified in an audit of Sacramento's Front Street Animal Shelter. Since then, viewers have been contacting our newsroom with their own stories.
The conservative commentator announced his candidacy for the Republican ticket on Monday, saying, "It's time to make California Golden Again."
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he is mourning after the passing of Pope Francis.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
Newsom reports that Canadian tourism in California is down 12% compared to a year ago.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
Pinch-hitter Patrick Bailey singled home the winning run with one out in the ninth inning, and the San Francisco Giants overcame a two-run deficit to beat the Texas Rangers 3-2.
After watching several starters leave for other teams at the start of the free agent period, the San Francisco 49ers had some glaring holes on their defensive depth chart.
Chicago, which had lost 10 of 12 coming in, scored four times in the first and twice more in the second off Jeffrey Springs (3-3).
One of the top football talents to come out of the Sacramento area in recent years is heading to the NFL.
Sacramento State Hornet standout offensive lineman Jackson Slater is heading to the Tennessee Titans.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
The Trump administration unexpectedly reversed course Friday on terminating student visa records for thousands of international students.
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
President Trump is now selling 2028 campaign hats, after hinting on-and-off about seeking out a third term.
The Trump administration's plan to slash school funding over diversity and equity initiatives would "cripple the operations of many educational institutions," a federal judge wrote.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Californians can now buy opioid reversal drugs directly from the state under a program aimed at making the life-saving medication less expensive and more accessible.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
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.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
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's retail theft reporting app has only been around for six months and is already bringing a sense of calmness to local business owners.
As more people in California lose private insurance, the state's FAIR plan is filling up with homes in places the industry itself has classified as low-risk for wildfire.
Once thought of as a small, rarely-used backstop, the FAIR Plan is now one of the largest insurers in the state, and people without FAIR Plan insurance are the ones on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt. Yet the FAIR Plan is still cloaked in secrecy.
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."
As California faces the largest insurance crisis in the state's history, there is still no leader of the state Senate Insurance Committee. Half committee members are new to the committee, the committee staff is new, and arguably, the most experienced and qualified person in the Senate to lead this committee is embroiled in a federal corruption investigation.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News California, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn reveal the timeline of Matthew Muller's cold-case crimes. Crimes they helped solve. The survivors detail how it took a decade, a documentary, a small-town chief, and a rural district attorney to get anyone to listen.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team devised an idea on how to lower what consumers owe on their credit cards -- and it begins with a simple phone call.
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 Davis location is Cal Fire's only nursery in the entire state.
A Butte County family is suing the California FAIR Plan and the underlining carriers after smoke damage claims made as a result of the Park Fire were denied.
Cal Fire released its new fire hazard severity maps, including for Sacramento, detailing which areas are at high risk of fires.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Forest Service are joining forces with Sierra Pacific Industries, a major lumber company, in a $75 million partnership to build and maintain fuel breaks throughout California and Oregon.
Research is just beginning on the impacts that the Palisades and Eaton wildfires in Southern California had on the health of first responders.
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.
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.
Cake, candles, chicken and a cow are the recipe for a 90th birthday celebration at the Madison Avenue Chick-fil-A for a long-time customer who has become a staple in the Sacramento community.
A high school senior and his girlfriend dressed up as Santa and Mrs. Claus and handed out gifts to every student at their school, Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts.
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.
The outage started early Saturday afternoon and, for some people, isn't expected to be resolved until Sunday.
This weekend will be the last in business for Device Brewing, a move that took customers and employees alike by surprise.
The Hornet standout was a 5th round pick in the NFL Draft.
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting this weekend.
X Games announced Friday that its summer arrival in Sacramento has been postponed so the organization could completely focus on its planned 2026 launch of its new competition platform, X Games League.