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Northern Californians can see this rare comet that won't return for 80,000 years
Last week, the Northern Lights had people across Northern California looking up at the night sky. Now, there's another rare celestial event on the horizon.
Gov. Newsom signs law aimed at preventing California gas prices from spiking
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its-kind law requiring gas companies to store minimum levels of gasoline. The goal is to prevent spikes in California gas prices.
Ring video shows man tearing Pride flag from Davis home
Authorities are searching for a man caught on camera tearing down a Pride flag in Yolo County.
Northern California doctor creates directory to connect people living with hidden disablities
One Northern California doctor is looking to connect people living with hidden disabilities and illnesses with each other.
Person in critical condition after shooting outside 7-Eleven in Rancho Cordova, sheriff says
One person was in critical condition after being shot in the chest in Rancho Cordova, authorities said Monday night.
After wife's death, Rocklin man grapples with accessing joint email with 2-step authentication tied to her old phone
A Rocklin man lost his wife this year. When he found himself locked out of their email account, he decided to call Kurtis.
Rock fans from across the world wrap up weekend at Aftershock
It was a party all weekend long at Discovery Park in Sacramento with rock and metal fans from across the world coming for the four day Aftershock festival.
African American history museum in Sacramento in jeopardy of closing after losing grant
The only museum in Sacramento showcasing African American history is in jeopardy of closing after losing critical grant funding.
Discovering little-known, best money-saving deals for senior citizens | Call Kurtis
There are many money-saving deals out there for senior citizens these days that you may not know about.
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How a young woman's memory became a focal point in California's Prop 36 fight
Fentanyl took her life. Frustrated with the legislature, Matt Capelouto took matters into his own hands and attempted to get Alexandra's Law on the ballot so that the public could vote on it themselves.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Bill that would help protect California seniors from scammers waits for Gov. Newsom's signature
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.
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Gov. Newsom signs law aimed at preventing California gas prices from spiking
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its-kind law requiring gas companies to store minimum levels of gasoline. The goal is to prevent spikes in California gas prices.
Yosemite National Park reservation requirement season ends early
Visitors will no longer need to get reservations to drive into Yosemite, officials say.
Trump Coachella rally another pitch for GOP votes in liberal California
Donald Trump spent Saturday night in solidly liberal California, seeking to link Vice President Kamala Harris to what he described as the failures of her home state.
California bill aimed at preventing gas price spikes passes state Senate
The California state Senate has passed a bill aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking at the pump.
California early vote by mail for the 2024 election starts today. Here's how to cast your vote.
Voting by mail is now underway in California for the Nov. 5 presidential election. Here's how and where voters can cast their ballots and what races Californians will be voting on.
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Man captured on Ring video tearing down Pride flag in Davis
Authorities are searching for a man caught on camera tearing down a Pride flag in Yolo County.
Gauging the pulse at the pump as Newsom signs new California law
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Rocklin man loses wife, can't access joint email as 2-factor authentication tied to her old phone
A Rocklin man lost his wife this year. When he found himself locked out of their email account, he decided to call Kurtis.
Once-in-80,000-year comet can be seen from California skies
Last week, the Northern Lights had people across Northern California looking up at the night sky. Now, there's another rare celestial event on the horizon.
Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum makes desperate plea for funding help after losing grant
The only museum in Sacramento showcasing African American history is in jeopardy of closing after losing critical grant funding.
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Gov. Newsom signs law aimed at preventing California gas prices from spiking
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its-kind law requiring gas companies to store minimum levels of gasoline. The goal is to prevent spikes in California gas prices.
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay icon, dead at 86
Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of women getting paid the same as men for doing the same work, has died, her family said in a statement. She was 86.
Trump Coachella rally another pitch for GOP votes in liberal California
Donald Trump spent Saturday night in solidly liberal California, seeking to link Vice President Kamala Harris to what he described as the failures of her home state.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
Harris releases medical records, physician says she is in "excellent health"
The Harris campaign views the release as an opportunity to turn the conversation towards the physical health and mental acuity of her opponent, former President Donald Trump.
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Kings free up roster space, Fox bypasses extension as potentially bigger deal looms
The Sacramento Kings made another move to give the team more roster flexibility with the start of the new season just days away.
49ers fined $100,000 by the NFL after Dre Greenlaw shoved an opponent on the sideline
The San Francisco 49ers were fined $100,000 as punishment for an inactive player getting involved in a sideline scuffle.
Dodgers slug two homers off Yu Darvish to top Padres, take NLDS
Despite falling into a 2-1 deficit in the series, the Dodgers stormed back to take the NLDS, fighting off elimination two times in a tense contest with their division rivals in the San Diego Padres.
49ers rookie Pearsall set to practice for first time since SF shooting
San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall is set to return to practice next week for the first time since getting shot in the chest during a robbery attempt nine days before the season started.
Stockton's Gabe Flores headlines Nightmare in the Arena boxing event at Adventist Health Arena
For professional boxer Gabe Flores, Jr., who was born and raised in Stockton, boxing is now his avenue to inspire his community.
Brock Purdy throws for 3 TDs as 49ers hold off rally to beat Seahawks 36-24
Brock Purdy threw for 255 yards and three touchdowns, and the San Francisco 49ers avoided another fourth quarter collapse to beat the Seattle Seahawks 36-24.
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal is retiring next month
Rafael Nadal won 22 Grand Slam singles titles during an unprecedented era he shared with his rivals in the so-called Big Three, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
49ers try to rebound against the Seahawks on Thursday night
The San Francisco 49ers have dropped three games since their season-opening Monday Night Football win over the New York Jets, with two of those loses coming after a fourth-quarter collapse.
49ers have little time to dwell on latest collapse with Seahawks looming
The short week means there will be little time spent going over all the mistakes from Sunday, but there were plenty.
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Northern Californians can see this rare comet that won't return for 80,000 years
Last week, the Northern Lights had people across Northern California looking up at the night sky. Now, there's another rare celestial event on the horizon.
NASA launches probe to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
The Hunter's Moon this week will be a supermoon — the brightest in 2024
This week's full moon is called the Hunter's Moon. It's also a supermoon, which is expected to be the brightest one of the year so far.
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After wife's death, Rocklin man grapples with accessing joint email with 2-step authentication tied to her old phone
A Rocklin man lost his wife this year. When he found himself locked out of their email account, he decided to call Kurtis.
Discovering little-known, best money-saving deals for senior citizens | Call Kurtis
There are many money-saving deals out there for senior citizens these days that you may not know about.
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.
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Here's how to delete your 23andMe data, as company flounders
Here's how to delete your data as company shake-up leaves customers wondering what will happen to their DNA info.
New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
U.S. stocks add to all-time high with more gains on Monday
U.S. stocks are rising in afternoon trading Monday building on its record set on Friday
Archaeologists uncover one of the world's oldest churches
Archaeologists recently unearthed the remains of an ancient church in Armenia, which they believe originated in the 4th century A.D.
Some Social Security beneficiaries will get an extra November check
Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive an extra payment next month. Here's who will get the extra checks and why.
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New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
"Game of Thrones" famed Iron Throne sells for $1.49 million at auction
"Game of Thrones" fans came out in droves to bid on hundreds of costumes, props and other items from the series in an auction that raked in over $21 million, including #1.49 million for the famed Iron Throne.
Al Pacino on becoming Al Pacino
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
CBS announces its 2024-25 prime-time schedule
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
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Northern California doctor creates directory to connect people living with hidden disablities
One Northern California doctor is looking to connect people living with hidden disabilities and illnesses with each other.
Here's how to delete your 23andMe data, as company flounders
Here's how to delete your data as company shake-up leaves customers wondering what will happen to their DNA info.
How "Tommy John surgery" changed our national pastime
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Sacramento County school district partners with Kaiser to expand student wellness outreach
Schools around the region are looking for ways to help students with anxiety and depression.
Consumer Reports calls for federal ban on baby walkers. Here's why.
Banned in Canada for 20 years, baby walkers send thousands of U.S. children to hospital emergency rooms every year.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Investigation finds widespread discrimination against Calif. Section 8 tenants
An undercover investigation found that California tenants who held Section 8 housing vouchers were refused rental contracts by more than 200 landlords, including major real estate firms.
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.
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.
Federal judge orders Google to open Android app store to competition
A federal judge on Monday ordered Google to tear down the digital walls shielding its Android app store from competition as a punishment for maintaining an illegal monopoly that helped expand the company's internet empire.
California vineyard owner says he was fined $120K for housing employee
A California vineyard owner is suing Santa Clara County after officials fined him for allowing his longtime employee to live in an RV on his property for years.
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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.
Woodland community rallies to help find dog missing for 10 days after owner injured in crash
Akemi, a brown and white female pit bull wearing a black collar, went missing after a crash on September 27 in Woodland.
Here's a lost cat's miraculous journey home from Yellowstone to California
A cat traveled hundreds of miles back to California to reunite with its family after getting lost on a trip in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.
Sacramento pet owners seek answers after multiple dogs get sick after walks in park
Over a dozen dog owners are claiming their pets got sick after taking a walk in Frank Seymour Park in Sacramento at the beginning of August.
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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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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.
Stockton's Team Elevate program earns national ranking as athletes get college recognition
Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.
Customers celebrate grand reopening of Sacramento's decades old Sammy's Restaurant
More than one hundred customers came out to celebrate the grand reopening of a restaurant that's been around for seven decades.
Sacramento State program eases the stress for students who spent time in foster care
Pursuing higher education can be challenging for any college-bound student and for former foster youth, doing it alone can seem impossible.