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South Lake Tahoe bear that was a "danger to public safety" euthanized, officials say
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife says it has euthanized a bear that is a known danger in the South Lake Tahoe area.
In-N-Out Burger sues YouTuber who it says posed as an employee
In a lawsuit, In-N-Out alleges YouTuber Bryan Arnett dressed as a worker at the burger chain and made "lewd, derogatory and profane remarks."
DoorDash executive, Bay Area residents among Lake Tahoe boating accident victims
A San Francisco resident and DoorDash executive, along with his Peninsula-based parents, were among the eight victims who died in a boating accident on Lake Tahoe.
Man convicted of attempted murder of Modesto police officer gets 35 years to life sentence
A man convicted of attempted murder following a shootout with a Modesto police officer in 2023 was sentenced to 35 years to life, the Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office said.
Trump administration says California's stance on trans athletes violates Title IX
The Department of Education provided a proposed list of actions for California and the CIF to follow through on
Golden State Valkyries to host New York Liberty. Here's how to watch
The Golden State Valkyries are set to host the defending WNBA champion New York Liberty and Bay Area native Sabrina Ionescu for a matchup Wednesday night.
2 drivers arrested near Modesto after alleged street race ends in crash
Two drivers are under arrest after an alleged street race near Modesto ended in a crash Tuesday night.
Suspect accused of arson in fire at vacant downtown Stockton building arrested
A suspect accused of arson was arrested in connection with a fire at a vacant three-story building in Stockton earlier this month, police said on Wednesday.
California state workers get reprieve from Gov. Gavin Newsom's return-to-office mandate
Gov. Gavin Newsom is open to giving California public employees a temporary break on his return-to-office mandate.
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California launches investigation into State Farm's handling of claims following LA fires
In an exclusive interview with CBS News California Investigates, the California Insurance Commissioner announced a formal Market Conduct Examination of State Farm.
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.
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California bill would create regional housing authority to tackle homelessness
Supporters say it's an aggressive approach to getting more people off the streets and into permanent homes.
California state workers get reprieve from Gov. Gavin Newsom's return-to-office mandate
Gov. Gavin Newsom is open to giving California public employees a temporary break on his return-to-office mandate.
Part of Northern California under red flag warning
Winds between 10 to 20 mph, and gusts of up to 30 to 40 mph are contributing to the fire weather conditions, along with low relative humidity, the NWS said.
California summer camp staff member attacked by mountain lion, animal euthanized
The mountain lion was euthanized after DNA analysis confirmed it was the same animal that injured the worker at a summer camp in Trinity County on June 14.
California lawmakers OK proposal to freeze health care access for some immigrants
California lawmakers on Friday approved a budget proposal to freeze enrollment in a state-funded health care program for immigrants without legal status to help close a $12 billion deficit.
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Wednesday afternoon weather forecast - June 25, 2025
Here's a look at the weather forecast Wednesday afternoon.
Vallejo police make urgent call for help from Solano sheriff's office
An urgent call for help is coming from a Bay Area police department, asking a local sheriff's agency to step in and help them get their response times down to keep citizens safe.
California senator wants to create regional housing authority to combat homelessness
Supporters say it's an aggressive approach to getting more people off the streets and into permanent homes.
Turlock homeless shelter clash could lose city millions in state funds
The battle over funding for Turlock's We Care emergency men's shelter has triggered a deeper crisis: one that could cost the city millions in state money.
Proposal to sell millions of acres of federal land is removed from Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill"
The proposal was removed after bipartisan pushback.
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LA-area vice mayor faces backlash for social media video calling on gang members to stand up to ICE
Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez is facing backlash after she allegedly posted a video on her social media accounts, calling on local gang members to reclaim city streets as immigration operations continue across Los Angeles.
California state workers get reprieve from Gov. Gavin Newsom's return-to-office mandate
Gov. Gavin Newsom is open to giving California public employees a temporary break on his return-to-office mandate.
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ICE holds record 59,000 immigrant detainees, nearly half with no criminal record
ICE is holding around 59,000 detainees in facilities across the country, likely setting a record high, according to internal government data obtained by CBS News.
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ICE arrests 11 Iranian nationals in 48 hours
Almost a dozen Iranian nationals were arrested by immigration agents, in the Trump administration's latest crackdown.
Trump says Iran-Israel ceasefire in effect after early violations
President Trump accused Israel and Iran of violating a ceasefire, but then said it was "in effect" after a phone call with Israel's leader.
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Golden State Valkyries to host New York Liberty. Here's how to watch
The Golden State Valkyries are set to host the defending WNBA champion New York Liberty and Bay Area native Sabrina Ionescu for a matchup Wednesday night.
Tigers win 11-4 over Athletics
Dillon Dingler hit a three-run home run, Kerry Carpenter added a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Athletics 11-4.
Oklahoma City Thunder prevail in Game 7 to win 2025 NBA Finals
Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton, who had been playing with a strained calf, went down in the first quarter and would not return.
Slade Cecconi pitches Guardians to 3-0 win over Athletics
Slade Cecconi pitched a career-high seven innings and Emmanuel Clase escaped a bases-loaded jam in the ninth to lead the Cleveland Guardians to a 3-0 victory over the Athletics in the rubber game of their series.
Heliot Ramos drives in four runs as Giants rally to beat Red Sox 9-5
Heliot Ramos doubled home two runs to highlight San Francisco's decisive seventh inning after an earlier two-run single, and the Giants rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 9-5.
Ortiz pitches Guardians to 4-2 win over Athletics
Luis Ortiz struck out 10 in six shutout innings of two-hit ball and José Ramírez capped a four-run second with his 900th RBI as the Cleveland Guardians beat the Athletics 4-2.
Devers homers against his former team as Giants beat Red Sox 3-2
Rafael Devers hit his first home run for San Francisco against his former team and the Giants beat the Boston Red Sox 3-2 just six days after the big trade between the two teams.
Former Kings, Lakers center Vlade Divac breaks hip in motorcycle crash in Montenegro
Former Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers center Vlade Divac underwent emergency surgery after breaking a hip in a fall from his motorcycle in Montenegro, doctors said Friday.
Valkyries rally past Caitlin Clark, Fever for 88-77 win
Kayla Thornton hit two key 3-pointers over the final 4:57 and scored 16 points to go with six rebounds, and the Golden State Valkyries rallied past Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever 88-77 on Thursday night.
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Space News
World's largest telescope unveils first images of galaxies in stunning detail
The debut images from a powerful telescope at Chile's Vera Rubin Observatory show distant galaxies and star-forming regions in spectacular detail.
Video shows SpaceX Starship explosion at Texas launch site
A SpaceX Starship exploded at a launch site in Texas Wednesday night, bursting into a massive fireball.
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.
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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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In-N-Out Burger sues YouTuber who it says posed as an employee
In a lawsuit, In-N-Out alleges YouTuber Bryan Arnett dressed as a worker at the burger chain and made "lewd, derogatory and profane remarks."
Israel-Iran truce holds, but Iran threatens to accelerate nuclear work
Israel drops all war-time restrictions, freeing people to return to their lives under a ceasefire with Iran, but uncertainty over the impact of 12 days of war leaves room for anxiety.
U.S. offers $5 million reward for Afghan-American believed abducted in 2022
The U.S. is offering a $5 million reward for information that helps find Mahmood Habibi, an Afghan-American national it says was abducted in Kabul in 2022.
Ship carrying 3,000 vehicles sinks off Alaska after catching fire
The Morning Midas sank in the North Pacific Ocean, weeks after crew members abandoned ship when they couldn't extinguish an onboard fire.
Tigers win 11-4 over Athletics
Dillon Dingler hit a three-run home run, Kerry Carpenter added a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Athletics 11-4.
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Anne Burrell, Food Network star, dies at 55
Anne Burrell, an acclaimed chef from upstate New York, hosted "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef," "Worst Cooks in America" and other popular Food Network shows.
Harvey Weinstein guilty of criminal sexual assault as jury reaches partial verdict
Weinstein was convicted of one of two counts of criminal sexual assault. The jury told the judge they hadn't reached a verdict on the third degree rape charge.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys visionary leader, dies at age 82
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Aaron Rodgers reveals he's married but his wife remains a mystery
Aaron Rodgers said after his first practice with the Pittsburgh Steelers that he got married "a couple months ago."
TikTok's biggest star leaves U.S. after being detained by ICE agents
Khaby Lame rose to international fame during the pandemic without ever saying a word in his videos. He has over 162 million followers on TikTok.
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The GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
CDC official overseeing COVID hospitalization data resigns in protest
Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
CDC urges summer camps to check for measles immunity, as U.S. nears record
The CDC's new "checklist" comes amid a deadly year of measles outbreaks that is now near record levels.
RFK Jr. taps allies, COVID vaccine critics for CDC advisory panel
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the previous roster of the CDC's vaccine advisers on Monday.
Think you don't need sleep? This rare gene mutation may be why.
A new study published shows the discovery of a gene mutation that lets some people get away with only 3-6 hours of sleep. Do you think you have it?
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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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Fire on River Plaza Drive in Sacramento knocks out power to nearby businesses
There was a 1-acre grass fire near River Plaza Drive, the fire department said.
Mass deportations could cost California's economy $275 billion, report says
The Bay Area Council Economic Institute has released some striking data about the potential impact of mass deportations on the state economy.
A's a boon to some local business, others left waiting for major league momentum
Now, two months into the season, some call it a success. Some call it a strikeout, still waiting on the business boom they were hoping for.
Union, community leaders push for city council to reject Sacramento Railyards deal
The Sacramento City Council is scheduled to vote on the railyards deal on June 10.
California lawmakers approve pausing 25% tax increase on legal cannabis industry
California lawmakers on Monday unanimously approved a bill that would pause an impending 25% tax increase on the state's legal cannabis industry, as it struggles to compete with the black market.
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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.