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Stanislaus County deputy arrested after on-duty sexual misconduct, kidnapping allegations
Deputy Israel Morales is facing multiple charges of sexual misconduct involving a number of women.
Here's why the Sacramento police boat patrol may soon be gone
Memorial Day Weekend is the traditional start of boating season. But soon, a key safety tool on the water could be stuck on dry land.
Fairfield police warn residents after apparent mountain lion spotted in neighborhood
A really big cat was caught on a Fairfield resident's camera overnight, police say.
Legendary Sacramento news anchor Stan Atkinson dies at 92
Atkinson's Sacramento TV career stretched for nearly four decades at KCRA and KOVR.
California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors dies without vote | "Sephora kids" investigation
CBS News California's Julie Watts and her daughter's fifth-grade class go undercover shopping and head to the State Capitol to investigate how the skincare industry makes billions by selling potentially harmful products to tweens.
DUI suspect crashed into driver on I-80 in West Sacramento and tried to flee, CHP says
A DUI suspect is under arrest after a crash along Interstate 80 in West Sacramento early Tuesday afternoon.
Person rescued from American River near Ancil Hoffman Park in Carmichael
A person has been pulled out of the American River near Ancil Hoffman Park and is being treated by first responders, officials say.
Victim in deadly Northern California cannabis grow shooting identified as 30-year-old man
Authorities on the Northern California coast said they have identified a man who was fatally shot near an illegal cannabis grow earlier this month.
Search continues for New York woman who fell into South Yuba River
Around 8:30 p.m., Fire District crews were sent to the South Yuba River near the Highway 49 bridge for reports of a person falling into the water.
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CBS News California investigates troubling trend in skincare industry | "Sephora kid" intro
If you have a tween in your life, get-ready-with-me videos may be familiar to you. These videos saturate social media feeds, targeting young girls with multi-step skincare and routines. Popular brands partner with kid-fluencers to create viral skincare products and social media content, and the skincare industry is cashing in, turning many in Generation Alpha into so-called "Sephora kids." The problem is that many viral products contain anti-aging ingredients like retinol and alpha hydroxy acid, which, unbeknownst to many of these kids, can harm their young skin, and it's hard to tell the products apart. So CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts teamed up with her daughter's fifth-grade class and CBS News Confirmed to examine the risks and what is being done to protect children. Here is part one, which examines the concerns of the Sephora kid trend.
Skincare brands make billions selling products, including some harmful to young skin, to tweens
Skincare brands make billions of dollars annually selling stuff to children 12 and under, even though dermatologists caution against minors using some of these products that are meant for adults. The CBS News Confirmed team analyzed top kidfluencers with more than 42 million followers combined and found that 94% of their recent skincare posts did not let kids know they were getting free products or commissions from the brands they promote. That social media marketing is turning many in this generation into so-called "Sephora kids," but many don't realize that some viral products can harm young skin. Check out what happened when CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts sent her 11-year-old daughter undercover shopping with her friends.
California bill targets anti-aging skincare sales to minors | "Sephora kids" solutions
CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts teamed up with her daughter’s fifth-grade class and CBS News Confirmed to examine the risks and what is being done to protect children.
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After losing two homes in wildfires, Paradise couple rebuilds and urges preparedness
The Baker family is no stranger to the rebuilding process, as they lost their home in the Park Fire last July. Before that, in 2018, they lost everything in the Camp Fire.
Inn Fire forces evacuations in Mono City, closes Highway 395
The Inn Fire in Mono County forced mandatory evacuations in Mono City and shut down Highway 395 ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
California filing suit over U.S. Senate vote revoking state's emission standards
California is fighting back a day after the U.S. Senate voted to put the brakes on the state's clean vehicle policies.
Abnormal snowpack melt in California, western U.S. increasing fire, drought risks
The snowpack in California and other western states is melting at a record-breaking pace, threatening an early start to the wildfire season and the persistence of drought conditions, authorities announced.
California county declares state of emergency over gray wolf activity
Shasta County supervisors adopted the state of emergency declaration last week.
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Stanislaus County deputy accused of sexual misconduct while on duty
Deputy Israel Morales is facing multiple charges of sexual misconduct involving a number of women.
Tuesday afternoon Northern California weather forecast - May 27, 2025
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting this week.
Yankee Jims Bridge replacement project underway in Placer County
Officials say the old bridge isn't going anywhere, though.
Possible mountain lion spotted in Fairfield
Police have sent out an alert over a very big cat that was caught on a Fairfield resident's camera over the weekend.
New docuseries with Sherri Papini reclaiming innocence begins airing
Madisen Keavy reports.
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Trump wants to block funding for California over trans athlete participation
President Trump said he'll be speaking to California Gov. Gavin Newsom about the situation Tuesday.
RFK Jr. dropping COVID vaccine guidance for kids, pregnant women
Kennedy's move appears to shortcut the CDC's outside vaccine advisers, dropping COVID vaccines from the list recommended for children and pregnant women.
NPR sues Trump over executive order slashing funding
President Trump signed an executive order in early May that seeks to end federal funds for NPR and PBS.
Trump says he may shift $3 billion in Harvard grants to trade schools
President Trump wrote on social media that he's "considering" giving $3 billion in Harvard grant money to trade schools around the U.S.
Trump says 50% tariff on European Union delayed until July
President Trump said the U.S. will delay a threatened 50% tariff on goods from the European Union from June 1 until July 9.
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Athletics snap skid, end Phillies' win streak with 5-4 victory
Willie MacIver had a tiebreaking single for his first big league hit in a two-run, eighth-inning rally, then capped his debut by throwing out a runner attempting to steal for the final out as the Athletics beat Philadelphia 5-4 to stop an 11-game slide and the Phillies' nine-game winning streak.
U.S. wins 1st ice hockey world championship in 92 years
The United States prevailed over Switzerland 1-0 in overtime of the final of the ice hockey world championship on Sunday.
Robbie Ray moves to 7-0 with 6 strong innings, Sam Huff homers and Giants beat Nationals 3-2
Robbie Ray pitched six strong innings, Sam Huff homered and the San Francisco Giants hung on to beat the Nationals 3-2 and take two of three at Washington.
Phillies beat Athletics 4-3 as A's lose 10th straight
Trea Turner led off the game with a home run and had three hits, Zack Wheeler extended his scoreless innings streak and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Athletics 4-3 on Friday night for their eighth straight win.
Leite, Salaun lead Valkyries over Sparks 82-73
Carla Leite scored 19 points, fellow rookie Janelle Salaun had 18, and Kayla Thornton added 14 points and 10 rebounds to help the Golden State Valkyries beat the Los Angeles Sparks 82-73 on Friday night.
The hidden meaning behind the Golden State Valkyries' logo and court design
The first thing fans will see when they walk into Chase Center this summer is the Valkyries brand new playing court.
Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65
Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died Wednesday at the age of 65, the team said in a statement.
49ers QB Brock Purdy meets with reporters after signing 5-year contract extension
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy met with reporters at a press conference Wednesday, a day after the team signed him to a five-year contract extension.
"Tush push" ban fails at spring league meetings after Eagles' Super Bowl win
The Green Bay Packers' effort to ban the "tush push" failed at the NFL's spring league meetings Wednesday.
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Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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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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Trump wants to block funding for California over trans athlete participation
President Trump said he'll be speaking to California Gov. Gavin Newsom about the situation Tuesday.
RFK Jr. dropping COVID vaccine guidance for kids, pregnant women
Kennedy's move appears to shortcut the CDC's outside vaccine advisers, dropping COVID vaccines from the list recommended for children and pregnant women.
NPR sues Trump over executive order slashing funding
President Trump signed an executive order in early May that seeks to end federal funds for NPR and PBS.
Southwest announces its new baggage fees for checked bags
Southwest Airlines, which previously had a free checked bag policy, says it will start charging $35 for each first checked bag.
Who won American Music Awards for 2025? See the full winners list
Here is the full list of nominees and winners of the 2025 American Music Awards.
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Who won American Music Awards for 2025? See the full winners list
Here is the full list of nominees and winners of the 2025 American Music Awards.
Here's who performed at the American Music Awards
The 2025 American Music Awards aired on CBS television stations and streamed on Paramount+ Monday night.
How to watch the 2025 American Music Awards
Following a two-year hiatus, the 2025 American Music Awards will be broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+ from Las Vegas on Memorial Day.
Phil Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" star, dies at age 79
Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the "Duck Dynasty" family, died at age 79 a few months after his son revealed he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
8 found guilty of Kim Kardashian jewelry heist in Paris; 2 acquitted
Eight people were found guilty of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016. Two defendants were acquitted.
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U.S. reports cases of new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 behind surge in China
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Who can get updated COVID vaccines this fall? FDA tightening rules
FDA advisers are set to meet Thursday to decide on updates for this fall's COVID shots.
Northern California doctor shares tips on how to prevent strokes
May is Stroke Awareness Month and when it comes to preventing one, it doesn't take much. A Northern California doctor shared some simple things we can all do to prevent something as serious as a stroke.
FDA picks critic of COVID boosters to be new top vaccines official
Dr. Vinay Prasad replaces Dr. Peter Marks, who Prasad had called "dangerous."
FDA's top inspector abruptly retires
Michael Rogers had worked for the FDA for more than three decades.
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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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California real estate mogul accused of running $28M Ponzi scheme
A California real estate mogul has been arrested and is facing multiple federal charges for allegedly running a 15-year Ponzi scheme that defrauded hundreds of investors out of nearly $30 million.
UPS to close Stockton hub facility by end of May
The UPS hub in Stockton is set to close at the end of the month, the shipping company says.
Nintendo opens flagship store in San Francisco's Union Square
Video game giant Nintendo opened its newest flagship store Thursday in San Francisco's Union Square, as the area seeks to recover from multiple store closings.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing immigrant health care coverage expansion
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
Stockton moves to rescind street vendor ordinance, will seek public input
After public outcry, the city is looking for new solutions and will seek public input.
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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.
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.
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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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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.
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.