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What will it take to permanently bring MLB to Sacramento?
With the A's arrival in West Sacramento, the region is already buzzing with speculation.
Notorious Citrus Heights street about to get multimillion dollar makeover
A notorious street in Citrus Heights is about to get a multi-million dollar makeover.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom calls Democratic brand "toxic" in Bill Maher interview
Gov. Newsom made the remarks in a recent interview on "Real Time with Bill Maher."
Shaq's son, Shaqir O'Neal, is transferring to Mike Bibby-led Sac State
Shaqir O'Neal, the son of basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal, is transferring to Sacramento State, a move the college hooper confirmed on social media.
A's lose big to Cubs 18-3 in first game in West Sacramento
The Chicago Cubs pounded the Athletics 18-3 on Monday night to spoil their first game in their new West Sacramento home.
Baseball fans watch A's historic home opener from Drake's in West Sacramento
Drake's The Barn held its first A's watch party in this new era for the club.
Flores homers and drives in 4 to lead Giants over Astros 7-2
Wilmer Flores hit his third homer of the season and drove in four runs to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 7-2 win over the Houston Astros.
Northern California to see heavy mountain snow, widespread valley rain
A significant winter storm will impact the Northern California area Sunday through Tuesday, bringing widespread rain, gusty winds and heavy mountain snow.
Kings blow big second-half lead, fall to Pacers 111-109
Sacramento remains in 10th place in the Western Conference, the final spot in the play-in tournament.
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CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
Should it be legal that the public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix that following a recent CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
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.
"American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement
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."
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California Highway Patrol denies grounding air operations amid changes to improve oversight
The California Highway Patrol denied claims that its air operations program was grounded, suggesting that concerns likely stemmed from recent changes to the program's organizational structure.
New book explores Joan Didion's impact on American literature: "We Tell Ourselves Stories"
New York Times Film Critic Alissa Wilkinson sits down for an interview about her new book about Joan Didion.
California to launch methane-detecting satellite network, Gov. Gavin Newsom says
Plans are in the works for California to launch a methane-detecting satellite network, the governor's office says.
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.
Possible measles exposure reported at Tuolumne County school and ER
Tuolumne County Public Health officials on Tuesday warned about possible measles exposure at a high school and an emergency room.
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What will it take to bring MLB to Sacramento permanently?
With the A's arrival in West Sacramento, the region is already buzzing with speculation: Can we prove our worth and convince the MLB to bring a permanent team to town?
Spotlight on conjugal visits for inmates after Mule Creek prison deaths
Following the deaths of two women killed while visiting their significant others at Mule Creek State Prison, a spotlight is now on the controversial practice of conjugal visits for inmates.
Sayonara Drive in Citrus Heights set to get big makeover
A notorious street in Citrus Heights is about to get a multi-million dollar makeover.
A's fans pack Drake's The Barn for first home game watch party
Kayla Moeller reports.
A's fans show out for Sutter Health Park debut to support green and gold
Ashley Sharp was there for the A's historic debut. She caught up with some fans ahead of the first pitch.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom calls Democratic brand "toxic" in Bill Maher interview
Gov. Newsom made the remarks in a recent interview on "Real Time with Bill Maher."
Federal agency workers supporting museums, libraries put on leave
Nearly all employees at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which supports U.S. museums and libraries, were put on administrative leave Monday, an administration official said.
Trump targeting students' visas, green cards sets up free speech showdown
The Trump administration has targeted international students in wake of pro-Palestinian protests and other activities.
Trump says he's looking for ways to serve a third term as president
President Trump indicated he was looking for ways to serve a third term, which is not allowed under the 22nd Amendment, in an interview with NBC News.
Protesters rally at Tesla showrooms in U.S., Europe to protest Elon Musk
Protesters are trying to escalate a movement targeting Tesla dealerships and vehicles in opposition to Elon Musk's role in DOGE.
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A's have officially arrived. What will it take to permanently bring MLB to Sacramento?
With the A's arrival in West Sacramento, the region is already buzzing with speculation: Can we prove our worth and convince the MLB to bring a permanent team to town?
A's lose big to Cubs 18-3 in first game in West Sacramento
The Chicago Cubs pounded the Athletics 18-3 on Monday night to spoil their first game in their new West Sacramento home.
Baseball fans watch A's historic home opener from Drake's in West Sacramento
Drake's The Barn held its first A's watch party in this new era for the club.
Kings blow big second-half lead, fall to Pacers 111-109
Sacramento remains in 10th place in the Western Conference, the final spot in the play-in tournament.
Shaq's son, Shaqir O'Neal, is transferring to Mike Bibby-led Sac State
Shaqir O'Neal, the son of basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal, is transferring to Sacramento State, a move the college hooper confirmed on social media.
Athletics' West Sacramento stint expected to propel city's little league scene
Did you know West Sacramento has a booming little league scene? The arrival of the A's is expected to propel the league even further.
Big league ball at Sutter Health Park means big league prices for A's games
To be there in all the action, it's going to cost a pretty penny.
Some former A's fans in the Bay Area say they won't follow the team in Sacramento
Monday will be a tough day for Bay Area A's fans as the team gets ready to play its home opener away from Oakland for the first time in more than 50 years.
Sutter Health Park switches branding for start to new A's era after River Cats' opening series
The A's officially take West Sacramento soil for the first time in their home opener at Sutter Health Park on Monday.
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When, where to see the March partial solar eclipse
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the March 29, 2025, partial solar eclipse can check out a map from NASA.
Venus will pass between the Earth and sun on Saturday
Our planet's closest and brightest neighbor will pass approximately between the Earth and sun this week, in what's called an inferior conjunction.
Starliner astronauts return to Earth after 286 days in space
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams joined Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return to Earth.
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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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Flores homers and drives in 4 to lead Giants over Astros 7-2
Wilmer Flores hit his third homer of the season and drove in four runs to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 7-2 win over the Houston Astros.
Federal agency workers supporting museums, libraries put on leave
Nearly all employees at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which supports U.S. museums and libraries, were put on administrative leave Monday, an administration official said.
9-year-old girl dies after dental surgery under anesthesia in California
A 9-year-old girl in California died after a dental surgery during which she was under anesthesia, according to the medical examiner.
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg substitutes recalled due to bleach
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
Trump targeting students' visas, green cards sets up free speech showdown
The Trump administration has targeted international students in wake of pro-Palestinian protests and other activities.
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Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
Outside Lands announces Tyler, The Creator, Hozier, Doja Cat as 2025 headliners
Organizers of the annual Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park this August on Tuesday morning revealed headliners Tyler, The Creator, Hozier and Doja Cat and the rest of the line-up for the 2025 event.
Oscar-winning Palestinian director released by Israeli army after being attacked
Hamdan Ballal said Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank beat him in front of his home while filming the assault.
New book explores Joan Didion's impact on American literature: "We Tell Ourselves Stories"
New York Times Film Critic Alissa Wilkinson sits down for an interview about her new book about Joan Didion.
Mariah Carey didn't steal "All I Want For Christmas Is You," judge says
A lawyer for the two songwriters suing Mariah Carey said they will "make a decision shortly on whether to appeal."
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Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg substitutes recalled due to bleach
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
Many with disabilities risk losing Medicaid if they work too much
Disability rights advocates say income and asset caps for Medicaid buy-in programs are a "poverty trap" for millions of Americans.
New UC study critical of vaping's effectiveness in getting people to quit smoking
A lot of smokers are switching to e-cigarettes to try and kick their nicotine fix, but does vaping really help kick the habit?
Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's frozen meals recalled over wood-like material
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Possible measles exposure reported at Tuolumne County school and ER
Tuolumne County Public Health officials on Tuesday warned about possible measles exposure at a high school and an emergency room.
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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.
Sacramento residents scramble to buy chicks as egg prices skyrocket from bird flu
As the demand for eggs skyrockets, so is the demand for chickens.
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Baseball fans watch A's historic home opener from Drake's in West Sacramento
Drake's The Barn held its first A's watch party in this new era for the club.
West Sacramento bar, restaurant scene hopes to capitalize on A's arrival
While they're hitting dingers, the A's are also helping serve up a business boom for West Sacramento staples.
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.
These new rules could soon impact Stockton street vendors
A warm spring day typically means more sales for the dozens of street vendors around Stockton. But now, their business could soon take a hit with new rules and new fees.
Proposal seeks to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts in California
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
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Search underway for possible Amador County dog killer after family pet found dead in driveway
An Amador County family hopes the community will have their answer as to who could have killed their beloved family pet in their front yard.
Sacramento SPCA provides shelter for animals displaced by LA fires
The SPCA took them in to free up space and resources for the influx of animals displaced by the fires in Southern California.
Roseville SPCA seize 100 rabbits from home
The Placer SPCA is now caring for more than 100 rabbits rescued from a home in Roseville on Monday.
Sacramento needs new animal shelter as Front Street is too outdated, study finds
Sacramento's Front Street Animal Shelter is seeing a double-digit drop in animal adoption rates. Now, a new report shows that the facility's small size is partially to blame.
Dog missing for 11 days after Woodland crash reunites with owner
A nearly two-week-long search effort in Yolo County has resulted in a heartwarming reunion between a man and his best friend.
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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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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.
Dozens of people with disabilities set sail for first time at Sacramento Deep Water Channel
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.
School nutrition program to get kids excited about healthy eating sees success in Yuba City
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.