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Second victim dies following Elk Grove bar shooting; Suspect still at large
A second person has died following a deadly shooting last weekend inside an Elk Grove bar, police said Thursday.
Sacramento International Airport could see schedule adjustments due to FAA's flight reductions
Sacramento International Airport said it may see some ripple effects after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a reduction in flights across the country to cope with the government shutdown and federal air traffic controllers working without pay.
Stockton Vice Mayor Jason Lee's special council meeting on "misuse of public funds" discussion canceled
There was a roll call before the special meeting started and three out of seven showed up. So, the special meeting needed to get adjourned.
Honda recalls more than 406,000 vehicles because wheels can come off
Honda said a manufacturing defect can lead to the aluminum alloy wheels detaching from some vehicles.
Farmers' Almanac says 2026 edition is its last
Farmers' Almanac says its 2026 edition is its last, citing the growing financial challenges of producing and distributing the book in today's "chaotic media environment."
Sacramento residents say street lights around Tahoe Park have been out for months
It's lights out at Sacramento's Tahoe Park, where residents say it's been at least two months of darkness in the southeast section of their neighborhood park.
8 arrested in connection to armed robbery near high school in Elk Grove
An armed robbery near an Elk Grove high school landed eight people in police custody, officials said Thursday.
State energy commission hears from energized Vacaville neighbors on proposed lithium-ion battery facility
The California Energy Commission hosted its first public meeting with Vacaville residents on a proposed lithium-ion battery plant.
Citrus Heights mayor highlights Sunrise Mall redevelopment plan in State of the City address
The mayor of Citrus Heights gave her annual State of the City address. While mayors in neighboring Sacramento and Rancho Cordova are touting new sports arenas in their annual reports, Citrus Heights is focusing on improving what they already have.
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Padilla won't run for California governor in 2026, says he is choosing to "stay in this fight" in the Senate
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation that he might seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends.
What the candidates for California governor are saying about redistricting, immigration and other top issues
In this ongoing series, CBS News California Investigates correspondent Julie Watts presses candidates in the 2026 California governor's race on top issues including redistricting, immigration and homelessness.
California's redistricting plan sparks fierce debate in 2026 governor's race
Where do the 2026 California gubernatorial candidates stand on Proposition 50 and redistricting? Xavier Becerra, Chad Bianco, Ian Calderon, Stephen J. Cloobeck, Steve Hilton, Katie Porter, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Butch Ware, Betty Yee and Leo Zacky share their thoughts.
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Criminals keep finding new ways to steal checks. Here's how to avoid being the next victim
"Check washing" and "check cooking" are two new ways criminals can steal tens of thousands of dollars out of your account.
LAUSD tries to quash lawsuit alleging the district defrauded taxpayers
A lawsuit filed against the LAUSD and Superintendent Alberto Carvalho claims they defrauded taxpayers out of millions of dollars in funding.
New report highlights emotional toll of identity theft on consumers
The Identity Theft Resource Center conducted its annual report on the consumer impact of identity crime, focusing on the rate of victims who contemplated suicide.
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California GOP to challenge redrawn congressional districts approved by voters in Prop 50 redistricting measure
The California Republican Party said Wednesday it will sue to challenge the new congressional map approved by voters under Proposition 50.
Padilla won't run for California governor in 2026, says he is choosing to "stay in this fight" in the Senate
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation that he might seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends.
Newsom says Proposition 50 campaign hit fundraising goal, tells donors to stop giving
Just one week out from California's Nov. 4 special election, Gov. Gavin Newsom is putting the brakes on donations in support of Proposition 50, saying he reached his fundraising goal.
New California laws aim to stabilize state's wildfire insurance market
A number of new laws have just been adopted that aim to stabilize the home insurance market, before and after a major catastrophe.
Ex-Manson Family member Patricia Krenwinkel again denied parole for role in 1969 murders
Former Manson Family member Patricia Krenwinkel has again been denied parole by California Gov. Gavin Newsom for her role in the 1969 Tate-LaBianca murders.
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Residents around Sacramento's Tahoe Park say street lights have been out for months
It's lights out at Sacramento's Tahoe Park, where residents say it's been at least two months of darkness in the southeast section of their neighborhood park.
Citrus Heights State of the City address highlights Sunrise Mall redevelopment plan
The mayor of Citrus Heights gave her annual State of the City address. While mayors in neighboring Sacramento and Rancho Cordova are touting new sports arenas in their annual reports, Citrus Heights is focusing on improving what they already have.
CEC hosts public meeting in Vacaville on proposed lithium-ion battery facility
The California Energy Commission hosted its first public meeting with Vacaville residents on a proposed lithium-ion battery plant.
Special city council meeting in Stockton centers around Vice Mayor Jason Lee
Charlie Lapastora reports.
8 arrested in armed robbery near Elk Grove school
An armed robbery near an Elk Grove high school landed eight people in police custody, officials said Thursday.
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Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
SNAP recipients will now get up to 65% of November benefits, USDA says
A top official at the Department of Agriculture said food aid beneficiaries will receive up to 65% of their benefits, more than the initial 50% in partial payments.
Nancy Pelosi, former House speaker, to retire from Congress after this term
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday she will not seek reelection and will retire from Congress at the end of her term.
Senate GOP eyes key Friday vote in different approach to end shutdown
Senate Republicans are planning a different approach to try to end the government shutdown on Friday.
Trump announces deal to lower weight loss drug prices in some cases
The deal, with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, is expected to lower the price of obesity drugs to between $149 and $350 per month in some cases, officials said.
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Westbrook's triple-double, Schroder's clutch run lift Kings over Warriors 121-116
Russell Westbrook posted his NBA-record 204th career triple-double and Dennis Schroder sparked a key fourth-quarter spurt that gave the Sacramento Kings a 121-116 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in a matchup of short-handed teams.
NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson to be honored in hometown parade in Elk Grove
NASCAR Cup Series champion and Elk Grove native Kyle Larson will be celebrated with a championship parade in his hometown on Nov. 14, following his second career Cup title win on Sunday.
Jokic scores season-high 34 points as Nuggets beat Kings 130-124
Nikola Jokic scored a season-high 34 points and had 14 assists, Aaron Gordon added 20 points and the Denver Nuggets never trailed in a 130-124 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Monday night.
49ers' Mykel Williams out for season with torn ACL as injury woes mount
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Mykel Williams will miss the rest of the season after the first-round pick was diagnosed with torn ligaments in his right knee.
Christian McCaffrey, Mac Jones power 49ers to win over Giants
McCaffrey caught a touchdown pass from Jones, rushed for another score and the 49ers got back on track by running all over the Giants in a 34-24 victory on Sunday.
Obiri sets NYC Marathon record, Kipruto wins by less than 1 second
Hellen Obiri set a women's course record to win the NYC Marathon. Her countrymate Benson Kipruto won the men's race by less than a second.
Dodgers win World Series, defeat Blue Jays in Game 7 classic
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
LaVine, DeRozan lead Sacramento Kings past Bucks 135-133
Zach LaVine had 31 points, DeMar DeRozan scored 29, and the Sacramento Kings turned back a late rally to hold on for a 135-133 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Christian McCaffrey, 49ers aim to get back on track against New York Giants
Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers hope to get back on track running the ball against the New York Giants and their 30th-ranked rush defense.
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Interstellar comet passing by Mars seen in rare images
The images taken by two Mars orbiters show a bright, fuzzy white dot of the comet, also known as 3I/ATLAS, appearing to move against a backdrop of distant stars.
Bill Nye warns U.S. could "cede leadership to other countries" if NASA budget is cut
Bill Nye the Science Guy on Monday protested against a federal budget proposal that would see NASA's funding reduced from $24 billion to $18.8 billion.
Supermoon will appear tonight. Here's what to know.
The first supermoon of 2025 will arrive soon. Here's what to know about the phenomenon.
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How to experiment with asking banks to lower your credit card interest rate
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.
What happens to your photos and videos when you die? How to keep memories after you're gone
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
When new flooring is marketed as waterproof, is it really "waterproof"? A Sacramento family's saga.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
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Honda recalls more than 406,000 vehicles because wheels can come off
Honda said a manufacturing defect can lead to the aluminum alloy wheels detaching from some vehicles.
Tesla shareholders approve CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The vote comes after a top shareholder, Norway's sovereign wealth fund, said it would vote against the pay package.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
5,000-year-old wine press unearthed during highway construction project
Archaeologists discovered evidence of an ancient religious group while excavating an area in northern Israel, officials said.
Starbucks' holiday $30 "bearista" mug now reselling on eBay for $300
Starbucks is rolling out a new holiday menu and merchandise on Nov. 6, including a glass bear mug called the "bearista."
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Jonathan Bailey is 2025 People magazine Sexiest Man Alive
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Diane Ladd, Oscar-nominated actress and mother of Laura Dern, dies at 89
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
Paramount to lay off 2,000 workers shortly after merging with Skydance
Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
June Lockhart, actor known for "Lassie" and "Lost in Space," dies at 100
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show not being reconsidered, Goodell says
The NFL is not considering dropping Bad Bunny as its Super Bowl halftime headline performer, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.
Health News
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Supplements sold at Sam's Club linked to salmonella outbreak
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California begin five-day strike
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
FDA pushes to ban chemical found in popular supplement kratom
The agency says the chemical is showing up in products like gummies, drinks, and vapes, raising concerns that it is being marketed toward kids.
California man on track to ski again after recovery from "widowmaker" heart attack
A Placerville man will be skiing again this year after a serious heart attack nearly took his life several years ago.
Gov. Newsom expands reproductive health and privacy protections in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a series of bills aimed at expanding access to reproductive health care and strengthening privacy protections for patients and providers in California.
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Roseville dress shop owners talk potential tariffs impact on wedding, prom season
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
Placer County's Sip Into Spring wine tasting event is this weekend
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.
How Mexico, Canada tariffs taking effect Tuesday will impact Sacramento
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
Amid nationwide economic blackout day, Sacramento's Zanzibar faces closure after 26 years
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 sees positive results from retail theft reporting app
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.
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Punch Bowl Social to close Sacramento location; 83 employees out of work
Punch Bowl Social's Sacramento location in the Downtown Commons will close by December, laying off 83 employees, according to a recent legal filing.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California begin five-day strike
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
California bill to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts signed into law
A California measure that seeks to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts, which are often a source of blight on streets and in waterways, has been signed into law.
Lodi's social media strategy pays off, turning local businesses into viral success stories
Local businesses in the California city of Lodi are seeing a boost in foot traffic, and it's all thanks to a social media takeover.
Bay Area police officers pull over Waymo robotaxi during DUI operation
A police department in the Bay Area said over the weekend that they dealt with an unusual circumstance, pulling over a driverless vehicle for a moving violation.
Pet News
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Dog's terminal cancer diagnosis dropped after UC Davis clinical trial
Lola, the golden retriever, was given a terminal cancer diagnosis with just a couple of months to live. An aggressive cancer of the mouth spread to her lungs at 9 years old.
Meet the bat dog stealing the spotlight at Yuba Sutter High Wheelers games
You've heard of a bat boy, how about a bat dog? The Yuba Sutter High Wheelers have a new teammate this year.
An owner's pack of dogs is harming animals in south Natomas for second time this year
The Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacramento is asking the public to beware of three husky-mix dogs on the loose in south Natomas that are responsible for killing a cat and biting a dog.
West Sacramento man sending ashes of wife, dog to space
Filled with otherworldly wonder, one local man is fulfilling his late wife's final wish: to travel into the great beyond.
Loose dogs caught on camera killing pet cat in Yuba City, animal services increases patrols
The 21-year-old cat, Alfie, had to be euthanized after suffering internal injuries and a detached hip.
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Sites Reservoir project northwest of Sacramento gains momentum
The conversation surrounding California's water continues. The Sites Reservoir project northwest of Sacramento has a price tag of $4 billion and is funded by local, state and federal dollars.
Groundwater supply could get a boost across the Sacramento area thanks to a new project
The Regional Water Authority is working on creating a "bank" to store water underground doubling the capacity of groundwater stored.
Remote Northern California reservoir stuck in drought despite winter's water wealth
There's one Northern California reservoir that hasn't rebounded despite this winter's rain and snow.
Shasta Lake nearly filled to the brim following remarkable winter turnaround
If you want to measure the success of this winter, California's largest reservoir is a good way to do it. As of Friday, Shasta is about three feet away from full, and that's a foot higher than where it was on Monday.
Lake Oroville at 91% capacity, DWR increases water releases
The DWR upped its water release amount this week. On Wednesday 18,000 cfs were released and 20,000 cfs on Thursday.
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Nonprofit turns old Modesto baseball field into thriving community garden
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
Sacramento could be home to America's Favorite Teacher
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.
Yolo County basketball star inches closer to goal of 3K career points, totaling 1K this season
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.
Sacramento Chick-fil-A customer celebrates 90th birthday at restaurant he's become a staple at
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.
California high school senior uses own money to buy holiday gift for every student at school
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.