'This Is Give A Little To Save A Lot': California Water Rights Buyback Proposal Met With Enthusiasm, Resistance
A new proposal in the California Senate includes using taxpayer money to buy out farmers' water rights.
A new proposal in the California Senate includes using taxpayer money to buy out farmers' water rights.
The leader of California and New Zealand signed a pledge Friday agreeing to help fight climate change by sharing ideas and best practices, including how to put millions more electric vehicles on the road.
Newsom said he expects his fellow Democrats who control the Legislature to send him "well over a dozen" gun control bills by the end of June, adding to what already are some of the nation's toughest restrictions.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom immediately criticized Republicans after a shooting at an elementary school in Texas killed at least 19 students and two adults on Tuesday.
Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if Californians don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday proposed a temporary tax cut for the state's struggling legal marijuana industry, but businesses said it falls far short of what's needed to revive a foundering pot economy.
California is entering the next budget year with a record-smashing budget surplus of nearly $100 billion, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday.
California's minimum wage will jump to $15.50 per hour next year, Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration announced Thursday, an increase triggered by soaring inflation that will benefit about 3 million workers.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is again pushing to give registered vehicle owners to get a $400 check to help deal with rising gas prices.
The California Legislature on Thursday agreed to increase how much money people can win in medical malpractice lawsuits.
Just more than a week after a leaked document suggested the U.S. Supreme Court is prepared to overturn the historic Roe v. Wade, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a reproductive health package that would expand access to vital services like abortions in California.
In the wake of the leaked U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion on abortion, Gov. Gavin Newsom is doubling down on his promise to protect the right to choose in California.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom faulted his own political party Wednesday for setbacks in the nation's culture wars and urged Democrats to launch a vocal "counter-offensive" to protect rights from abortion to same-sex marriage.
Gov. Gavin Newsom said "California will not sit back" after a Politico report Monday evening of a leaked draft opinion that suggested the U.S. Supreme Court privately voted to overturn the 1973 case Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion nationwide.
Sacramento's mayor and the leaders of California's 10 other largest cities have asked Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Legislature on Monday to approve $3 billion over three years in the state budget for flexible homeless funding to go directly to cities.
A California state lawyer has resigned over what she alleged were undue attempts by Gov. Gavin Newsom and his office to interfere in a state lawsuit against video game giant Activision Blizzard.
Preventing criminals from returning to the streets -- that's the goal of a dozen agencies, victims' rights advocates and lawmakers in California.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday appointed the first openly transgender judge to the Sacramento County Superior Court.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing a $9 billion tax refund aimed at registered drivers in California, giving them $400 to help offset the recent spike in gas prices.
California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom and his wife earned nearly $1.5 million in 2020 and paid about $480,000 in taxes, down from $1.7 million in income the couple reported in 2019 in his first year as governor, records released Tuesday showed.
Newsom signed a new law on Tuesday that will make abortions cheaper for people on private insurance plans, the first of more than a dozen bills the state's Democratic leaders plan to pass this year to prepare for a potential U.S. Supreme Court ruling that could overturn Roe v. Wade.
California has not effectively used surplus properties owned by the state to help alleviate the affordable housing crisis, according to an audit that recommends agencies hire more staff and accelerate the rate at which parcels are offered for development.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday proposed giving Native American tribes $100 million so they can purchase and preserve their ancestral lands.
Six months after winning a recall election that could have ousted him from office, California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom is in an enviable position as he revs up a reelection campaign that could give him a second four-year term.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal to send people another round of government checks, this time to help offset the record-high cost of gas, will do more than just win him political points in an election year — it could help him balance the state's budget.
The biggest park in West Sacramento is about to get a big makeover, to the tune of $30 million in federal, state and local funding.
As the aftermath of Hurricane Helene unfolds, California's first responders are stepping up to help those affected in Florida.
California voters will be asked to authorize the state to borrow $10 billion to pay for climate and environmental projects, including wildfire prevention.
A bill championed by Paris Hilton requiring state oversight and increased transparency at youth residential treatment facilities became law on Friday.
We sat down one-on-one with California Superintendent Tony Thurmond to ask him what the state is doing to take care of its teachers.
The biggest park in West Sacramento is about to get a big makeover, to the tune of $30 million in federal, state and local funding.
With the announcement of plans to revamp Sacramento State's Hornet Stadium, the university joining the Pac-12 might not be too out of reach. The problem used to be facilities, but the new issue is now time.
From economic impact to ticket prices to playing on artificial turf, the sports world is abuzz with the A's making a big move to Sutter Health Park.
An Elk Grove woman is competing in an international tennis competition in Italy. We caught up with her before she left for what she calls the biggest competition of her life.
As the aftermath of Hurricane Helene unfolds, California's first responders are stepping up to help those affected in Florida.
A suspected drunk driver was hospitalized after crashing into a Sacramento Fire Department engine, officials said Friday evening.
With the announcement of plans to revamp Sacramento State's Hornet Stadium, the university joining the Pac-12 might not be too out of reach. The problem used to be facilities, but the new issue is now time.
St. Mary Cemetery has found itself at the center of controversy following revelations that it improperly managed graves, including burying someone in the wrong plot and moving a grave without notifying the family.
With nearly seven million people currently living with Alzheimer's in the US, advocates stress the urgency of finding a cure, especially as that number is expected to double by 2050.
A busy highway was shut down and turned into a crime scene in the middle of Sacramento on Tuesday.
California voters will be asked to authorize the state to borrow $10 billion to pay for climate and environmental projects, including wildfire prevention.
We sat down one-on-one with California Superintendent Tony Thurmond to ask him what the state is doing to take care of its teachers.
California public schools teaching about Spanish colonization and the gold rush must include instruction on the mistreatment and contributions of Native Americans during those periods, under a new state law.
An inmate who authorities say is considered "violent and dangerous" escaped a Northern California jail on Friday morning
The penalty for soliciting and buying sex from minors under 16 will be raised to a felony under a new California law signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
With the announcement of plans to revamp Sacramento State's Hornet Stadium, the university joining the Pac-12 might not be too out of reach. The problem used to be facilities, but the new issue is now time.
An Elk Grove woman is competing in an international tennis competition in Italy. We caught up with her before she left for what she calls the biggest competition of her life.
From economic impact to ticket prices to playing on artificial turf, the sports world is abuzz with the A's making a big move to Sutter Health Park.
In an emotional farewell, the Oakland Athletics ended their five-plus decades in the East Bay on a winning note, defeating the Texas Rangers 3-2 in front of a sold-out crowd at the Coliseum Thursday afternoon.
The last home game of the Oakland A's at the Coliseum is triggering a flood of fans' memories and tears, even for actor Tom Hanks.
California has formally apologized for its role in perpetuating slavery in the state with the signing of a bill Thursday by Gov. Gavin Newsom, even as a larger push for reparations faces challenges.
In the ongoing fight against opioid addiction, Gov. Gavin Newson has signed a bill aimed at expanding access to methadone treatment in California.
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
In the ongoing fight against opioid addiction, Gov. Gavin Newson has signed a bill aimed at expanding access to methadone treatment in California.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
With nearly seven million people currently living with Alzheimer's in the US, advocates stress the urgency of finding a cure, especially as that number is expected to double by 2050.
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.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have found some Monday restaurant deals you can score.
College classes are now back in session, and CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team have been on the lookout for discounts for college students that they may not even realize they can receive.
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.
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?
A CBS News California investigation found roughly half of California voters will have someone new to the job running their presidential election this year.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
A Rancho Cordova viewer was recently scammed out of $9,000. Afterward, she reached out to CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team for help.
St. Mary Cemetery has found itself at the center of controversy following revelations that it improperly managed graves, including burying someone in the wrong plot and moving a grave without notifying the family.
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.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team are always on the lookout for ways to score deep discounts, including bin bargains.
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.
Several areas were repopulated in Sierra County days after a wildfire erupted in Northern California's Tahoe National Forest.
The man accused of igniting the Park Fire, which has grown to be California's fourth-largest wildfire ever, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of arson, prosecutors said Thursday.
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.
A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools.
Here are the top plays of week 6 of high school football.
Christian Brothers defeats Bella Vista 49-20.
McClatchy defeats Cordova 40-6.
Ponderosa defeats RIo Americano 41-0.
Del Oro defeats St. Francis 28-0.