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1 year later, how is Sacramento addressing backyard encroachments onto city property?
It's been one year since a CBS 13 viewer reached out to us about the encroachments on city property happening along the Niños Parkway in South Natomas.
How Sacramento is looking to increase traffic safety on Folsom Boulevard
Sacramento ranked as one of the most dangerous places for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians in the nation. Now, safety improvements are being made along one busy street where a mother lost her life three years ago.
Northern California braces for dangerously hot weather Friday
Some places could even see record-highs, according to the National Weather Service.
Transgender track athlete expected to compete in California championships despite national scrutiny
A teenage transgender girl from the Inland Empire is at the center of a national controversy
California lawmakers pounce on energy board amid departing oil refineries
Concern over rising gas prices and fleeing gas refineries has California lawmakers wondering if the state's gas crisis is getting worse because of them.
CDC steps up measles travel warning after spread in airplane
The CDC has received at least 62 reports of measles cases this year that were infectious during air travel.
Taylor Swift buys back masters, shares new info about "Reputation"
Taylor Swift announced she owns the masters of her first six studio album in a letter shared on her website.
Car crashes off I-80 near Roseville, goes up in flames
A driver managed to escape without being hurt after a Placer County crash that saw their car get engulfed in flames early Friday morning.
CDC now says kids "may receive" COVID-19 vaccines
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
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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.
Skincare industry profits from marketing products tweens shouldn't use
A CBS News Confirmed analysis of a dozen skincare influencers' accounts found that many featured ingredients not suitable for kids and were undisclosed brand partnerships or sponsored posts.
FAIR Plan Fix: What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California's insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it's taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
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Vallejo woman arrested for alleged fake carjacking scheme in Madera County
A Vallejo woman was arrested after allegedly faking a carjacking last week in Madera County as part of an insurance fraud scheme, the Sheriff's Office said.
California lawmakers pounce on energy board amid departing oil refineries
Concern over rising gas prices and fleeing gas refineries has California lawmakers wondering if the state's gas crisis is getting worse because of them.
CIF issues ruling as trans athlete set to participate in state championship
The CIF announced Wednesday, if the athlete should make it to the finals, "a biological female student/athlete who would have earned the next qualifying mark will also be advanced to the finals."
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.
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Car catches fire after crash off I-80
The driver was able to escape with no injuries.
Sacramento moving to improve traffic safety on Folsom Boulevard
Sacramento ranked as one of the most dangerous places for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians in the nation. Now, safety improvements are being made along one busy street where a mother lost her life three years ago.
Mountain lion sightings reported in Fairfield just days apart
A really big cat was caught on a Fairfield resident's camera, police say, and now other residents have reported sightings this week.
Food Source's last remaining location is in Stockton. Now it's closing for good.
The city of Stockton is losing yet another grocery discount store.
4 people injured after car catches fire in I-80 crash in Placer County
All four people inside the vehicle suffered moderate to critical injuries, Cal Fire said.
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California bill proposes pilot program for single-occupancy prison cells
In a unique alliance, prisoners at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center and California district attorneys are championing legislation to reform California's prison system by introducing a pilot program for single-occupancy cells.
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Elon Musk says he doesn't "entirely agree" with Trump administration
Elon Musk told "CBS Sunday Morning" that he has some "differences of opinion" with the Trump administration but feels "a little stuck in a bind" when he disagrees.
Appeals court temporarily reinstates Trump tariffs
The U.S. Court of International Trade blocked Trump's 10% tariff assessed on nearly every U.S. trading partner and duties on imports from Mexico, Canada and China.
California bill seeks to place speed cameras in road construction zones
A bill under consideration in the California legislature aims to prevent Caltrans worker deaths and injuries, by placing automated speed cameras in highway construction zones.
California lawmakers pounce on energy board amid departing oil refineries
Concern over rising gas prices and fleeing gas refineries has California lawmakers wondering if the state's gas crisis is getting worse because of them.
Latest Sports
Blue Jays rout struggling Athletics 12-0
The Athletics have lost three straight and 14 of 15, getting outscored 117-44 in that span.
UC Davis athletics unveil Lake Tahoe-inspired alternate jersey
The alternate kit aims to highlight UC Davis' Tahoe Environmental Research Center.
MLB enters women's sports with new professional softball league
MLB announces its first major investment in women's sports with the launch of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League.
Standout Elk Grove softball player battles brain injury after car crash a week before graduation
A stand-out Franklin High School softball player has a long road to recovery after she got in a devastating car crash the week before graduation.
CIF issues ruling as trans athlete set to participate in state championship
The CIF announced Wednesday, if the athlete should make it to the finals, "a biological female student/athlete who would have earned the next qualifying mark will also be advanced to the finals."
Astros rally in 7th inning to defeat Athletics 5-3
Zach Dezenzo homered and Victor Caratini drove in two runs in the seventh to help the Houston Astros rally for a 5-3 victory over the Athletics.
Detroit Tigers win 4-3 over San Francisco Giants
Justyn-Henry Malloy hit a go-ahead, two-run single in a four-run fifth inning to help the Detroit Tigers rally to beat the San Francisco Giants 4-3.
Altuve has 2 HRs as Astros beat A's 11-1
Jose Altuve's 40th four-hit game included a pair of home runs and the Houston Astros rolled to an 11-1 win on Tuesday night that dealt the Athletics their 12th loss in 13 games.
Valkyries' lose 95-67 in Kayla Thornton's homecoming game against NY Liberty
The Golden State Valkyries struggled on both sides of the court in their matchup against the reigning WNBA champions, the New York Liberty, losing in their first game of the week.
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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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CDC steps up measles travel warning after spread in airplane
The CDC has received at least 62 reports of measles cases this year that were infectious during air travel.
Taylor Swift buys back masters, shares new info about "Reputation"
Taylor Swift announced she owns the masters of her first six studio album in a letter shared on her website.
CDC now says kids "may receive" COVID-19 vaccines
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
These U.S. metro areas are among the best for first-time homebuyers
Personal finance site SmartAsset ranked these cities as the best markets for first-time buyers in terms of affordability and other factors.
13-year-old Faizan Zaki wins 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee
Faizan Zaki, 13, was a favorite to win this year's Scripps National Spelling Bee and was last year's runner-up.
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Taylor Swift buys back masters, shares new info about "Reputation"
Taylor Swift announced she owns the masters of her first six studio album in a letter shared on her website.
Smokey Robinson files $500 million defamation lawsuit against accusers
The lawsuit against Smokey Robinson's accusers also alleges elder abuse, civil conspiracy and emotional distress.
Rick Derringer, who shot to fame with "Hang On Sloopy," dies at 77
Guitarist and singer Rick Derringer, known for hit songs "Hang on Sloopy" and "Rock and Roll, Hoochie, Koo," has died at 77.
"Survivor" cast includes "The White Lotus" creator Mike White for 50th season
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals the cast for the 50th season of "Survivor" featuring fan favorites as returning players.
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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CDC steps up measles travel warning after spread in airplane
The CDC has received at least 62 reports of measles cases this year that were infectious during air travel.
CDC now says kids "may receive" COVID-19 vaccines
The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Kitchen faucets sold on Amazon recalled over harmful lead exposure
The faucet recalls, involving three Chinese brands, affects an estimated 103,000 products.
Hormel recalls 256,000 pounds of canned beef stew over wood fragments
Hormel Foods Corporation is recalling cans of "Dinty Moore Beef Stew" nationwide due to potential contamination with wood fragments.
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.
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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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Stockton's Food Source, last remaining U.S. location, to close for good
The city of Stockton is losing yet another grocery discount store.
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.
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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.