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Lawsuit alleges that utility company started the deadly McKinney Fire

A new lawsuit accuses a utility company of starting the deadly McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County. The lawsuit, filed in Sacramento County, claims the flames were sparked by electrical equipment belonging to Pacificorp. The Oregon-based company provides electricity to people in Siskiyou County. The fire went on to kill four people and burned down 185 homes and other buildings, Fire investigators have not yet determined a cause for the blaze.

Aug 17, 2022
00:56

McKinney Fire now 55% contained

Crews are making progress fighting the largest wildfire in California so far this year.

Aug 8, 2022
00:30

McKinney fire victim spent years as fire lookout

A woman who manned lookout towers for decades in the Klamath National Forest is among the four victims of the fast-moving flames of the McKinney Fire, U.S. Forest Service officials announced Monday.

Aug 8, 2022
00:35

Klamath National Forest lookout identified as victim in McKinney Fire

The US Forest Service says Kathy Shoopman died in her home in the community of Klamath River.

Aug 8, 2022
00:24

McKinney Fire continues to grow

The fire has now burned more than 59,000 acres and is still just 10 percent contained.

Aug 5, 2022
00:47

Law enforcement officers tour McKinney Fire damage in Siskiyou County

As McKinney Fire rages, evacuated residents grapple with losses and an uncertain future

US Forest Service officials said lower temperatures and higher humidity levels -- as well as rain over some areas of the fire -- slowed down the fire's spread and helped firefighters to make good progress Tuesday.

Aug 3, 2022

McKinney Fire damage toll becoming more clear

The flames have destroyed more than 100 homes, sheds and buildings since sparking late last week.

Aug 3, 2022
00:57

2 more people found dead in McKinney Fire perimeter

Two more bodies were found within the burn zone of a huge Northern California wildfire, raising the death toll to four in the state's largest blaze of the year, authorities said Tuesday.

Aug 2, 2022
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2 more people found dead in McKinney Fire perimeter

At least four people have died and more than 100 homes, sheds and other buildings have burned in the McKinney Fire since it erupted last Friday.

Aug 2, 2022

McKinney Fire still burning out of control in Siskiyou County

The wildfire is California's largest fire of the year so far.

Aug 2, 2022
00:40

50+ fires burning in the western US

The McKinney Fire has burned more than 55,000 acres and is now the largest fire burning in California.

Aug 1, 2022
02:54

Several Sacramento-area crews assist in fight against McKinney Fire

Several crews from the Sacramento area are assisting with the McKinney Fire, the state's largest blaze so far this year, with special equipment to protect private property, people and critical infrastructure.

Aug 1, 2022

2 people found dead in Siskiyou County driveway along McKinney Fire path

Authorities say two people have been found dead in an area burned by the McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County.

Aug 1, 2022

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49ers eliminated from NFC playoffs ahead of game against Miami

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Crash on Highway 80 in Fairfield seriously injures 1

A crash on Highway 80 in Fairfield left one person seriously injured on Sunday, the Fairfield Fire Department said.

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Dec 20

14-year-old boy hospitalized in Turlock crash that killed parents and sister dies, family says

A 14-year-old boy involved in a crash that killed his mother, father and sister in Turlock on Sunday has died, according to the family.

Dec 20

Sacramento freeway shooting investigation prompts short closure of I-5

Officers are investigating after a freeway shooting in Sacramento on Friday morning.

Dec 20

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers

The Miami Dolphins kept their playoff chances alive by beating the San Francisco 49ers 29-17 on Sunday.

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X Games to be held in Sacramento from 2025 through 2027

For the first time ever, the X Games will call Sacramento home and will be held in the city from 2025 through 2027, officials announced Thursday.

Dec 12

More than 1,300 parking meters vandalized in Sacramento since September

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Dec 9

Ronald Reagan's Sacramento home when he served as California governor designated historic landmark

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Dec 2

How one Ecuadorian family made Sacramento their new home thanks to United Way

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Nov 28

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Married couple in critical condition after house fire in Sacramento's Northgate neighborhood

A husband and wife were left in critical condition following a house fire in Sacramento, officials said Tuesday.

Nov 26

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New UC Merced program prepares students for a career in cannabis

A new program at UC Merced is preparing students for a career in cannabis, one of the fastest-growing industries in California.

Dec 19

Aryan Brotherhood members get consecutive life terms for murder, racketeering

Two California members of the Aryan Brotherhood prison gang were sentenced to consecutive life terms in prison for murder, racketeering and other crimes committed while incarcerated in a Sacramento-area prison.

Dec 19

8-month-old girl dies, 3 adults injured after crash in California's Central Valley

An 8-month-old girl died and three adults were injured in a crash in California's Central Valley on Tuesday night, the California Highway Patrol said.

Dec 18

California's Carbon Emissions Dropped By Over 2 Percent In 2022, Due To Increase In Electric Vehicles

EPA grants California waiver to ban sales of new gas-powered cars by 2035

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday granted California its request to enforce vehicle emissions standards stricter than federal rules, including the state's ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars.

Dec 18

Governor Gavin Newsom signs legislation related to oversight of oil and gas wells, and community protections

California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency over bird flu

California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Wednesday in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases in the state and across the country.

Dec 18

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Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers

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49ers eliminated from NFC playoffs ahead of game against Miami

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Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings in Sacramento with 103-99 win

LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set.

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Sacramento State hires UNLV offensive coordinator Brennan Marion as head football coach

Sacramento State announced it hired UNLV's offensive coordinator Brennan Marion as the school's next head coach.

Dec 21

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Poll: Most Americans think government is hiding information about drones

Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.

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U.S. Navy crew ejects safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"

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President Biden Delivers Remarks On Ketanji Brown Jackson's Confirmation To Supreme Court

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Dec 20

Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud

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Dec 20

President Biden To Promote Student Loan 'Plan B' In Wisconsin College Town

Biden issues likely last round of student debt forgiveness before leaving office

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Dec 20

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Dec 19

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Dec 18

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Dec 10

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Dec 5

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Dec 11

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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

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Oct 31

Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.

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Oct 25

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Oct 23

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Oct 18

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Nov 25

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Nov 18

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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

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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

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Oct 29

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Oct 6

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Dec 18

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Sep 29

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Sep 27

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Jul 22

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