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Interstate 80 express toll lanes could officially launch in Solano County before year's end
A Caltrans project in its final stages is set to launch new FasTrak express lanes on I-80 in both directions from Vacaville's 505 interchange to Fairfield, as soon as December.
Giants send Hayden Birdsong to Triple-A Sacramento
The San Francisco Giants have optioned Hayden Birdsong to Triple-A Sacramento after the right-hander failed to record an out in Monday night's 9-5 loss to the Atlanta Braves.
Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Rise in abandoned pets at Vacaville parks prompts public service announcement
The City of Vacaville is alerting residents about a troubling trend of people abandoning their pets in city parks, urging pet owners to seek alternatives to have their critters cared for.
Trump announces trade deals with the Philippines and Indonesia
The tariff rate for goods imported into the U.S. from both the Philippines and Indonesia will be 19%, the president said.
Target ends price matching policy for Amazon and Walmart products
Target said the price matching policy for products sold at rivals Amazon and Walmart will end after July 28.
Woman says delivery driver kissed, hugged her during grocery delivery in Carmichael
A woman is speaking out after she said a delivery driver inappropriately grabbed and kissed her during a delivery.
Trump pulling U.S. out of UNESCO, the U.N. scientific and cultural agency
President Trump previously withdrew the U.S. from the agency during his first term.
Starbucks reveals when it will offer Pumpkin Spice Latte this fall
The Pumpkin Spice Latte will soon return to Starbucks' menus, marking the unofficial start of fall for fans of the autumn-inspired beverage.
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Who investigates fireworks explosions like the one in Esparto, California?
After what happened in Esparto and the large response that followed, CBS News California looked back at another large fireworks-related explosion in California to get an idea of how the investigation in Yolo County may develop.
California moves to set nation's first smoke damage insurance standard
The California Department of Insurance has commissioned a task force to develop a first-in-the-nation smoke damage standard that could be the blueprint for a national standard.
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.
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Suspect in California parole agent's murder in court as current, former DAs lob accusations
The suspect in the murder of parole agent Joshua Byrd appeared in court Monday as finger-pointing over his previous parole took place between the Alameda County DA and her predecessor.
Slain California parole agent honored in procession; new details emerge in shooting
A solemn procession was held Friday afternoon as law enforcement officials escorted the body of state parole agent Joshua Byrd from Oakland to Sacramento.
California sues to stop Trump administration from pulling $4 billion from high-speed rail
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that California is filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming that the move is "yet another political stunt to punish California."
California bills to unmask federal officers, mandate visible ID advance in Assembly
One of those bills would make California the first state in the country to ban law enforcement officers at all levels from covering their faces during operations, including immigration raids.
Haze from several Northern California wildfires drifts into Sacramento Valley
A haze visible in parts of the Sacramento Valley on Thursday is from multiple fires in Northern California.
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Aggies, Hornets gearing up for season as teams attend Big Sky media day
Monday was Big Sky media day. Sports director Jake Gadon has you covered on the UC Davis Aggies and Sacramento State Hornets.
Elk Grove man artwork wins FIFA World Cup poster contest for Bay Area matches
World Cup soccer is just 11 months away from coming to the San Francisco Bay Area and a Sacramento County man's artwork is being used to promote the matches around the world.
North Highlands couple finds naked intruder in their home
A North Highlands couple returned from the gym Tuesday morning to a shocking and terrifying scene: a naked man inside their home claiming he had a gun.
San Joaquin County officials sound the alarm after weekend drownings
After two people drowned in San Joaquin County over the weekend, it brings the number of drownings in the county to more than 10.
What to know about I-80's express lane in Solano County
With construction of Interstate 80s express lane in Solano County wrapping up, here's what drivers should know about the lane.
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Trump announces trade deals with the Philippines and Indonesia
The tariff rate for goods imported into the U.S. from both the Philippines and Indonesia will be 19%, the president said.
Trump pulling U.S. out of UNESCO, the U.N. scientific and cultural agency
President Trump previously withdrew the U.S. from the agency during his first term.
DOJ official plans to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell as House panel pursues subpoena
Ghislaine Maxwell, an associate of Jeffrey Epstein, was convicted in 2021 for her role in helping Epstein recruit, groom and abuse underage girls.
Labor Dept. looks to lighten workplace regulation with sweeping rules revamp
The Labor Department is seeking to pull back on the regulation of workplaces by rewriting or repealing more than 60 "obsolete" regulations.
Stockton mayor pitches national shipbuilding hub idea to Trump administration in D.C.
Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi is in Washington, D.C. right now putting on a shipbuilding show for the Trump administration.
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Giants send Hayden Birdsong to Triple-A Sacramento
The San Francisco Giants have optioned Hayden Birdsong to Triple-A Sacramento after the right-hander failed to record an out in Monday night's 9-5 loss to the Atlanta Braves.
Birdsong struggles; Braves hand Giants 6th straight loss
Rookie Drake Baldwin drove in six runs, Ronald Acuña Jr. scored three times and the Atlanta Braves beat San Francisco 9-5, handing the Giants their season-high sixth straight loss.
Jung homers in MLB return as Texas beat A's 7-2
Josh Jung homered and scored three times in his return to the majors, Cody Freeman and Michael Helman had big-league firsts on consecutive pitches and the Texas Rangers beat the Athletics 7-2.
Doug McDermott signs $3.6M contract to return to Kings
Doug McDermott has agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million contract to return to the Sacramento Kings.
Blue Jays beat Giants 8-6, complete series sweep and match franchise record of 10 straight home wins
Addison Barger hit a two-run home run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer added hit solo shots and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the San Francisco Giants 8-6 to complete a three-game sweep and match a franchise record with their 10th consecutive home win.
David Fry's career-high 4 RBIs powers Guardians past Athletics 8-2
David Fry had a career-high four RBIs, Gavin Williams struck out 11 and the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Athletics 8-2 to take the weekend series.
Athletics get late homers from Langeliers, Wilson and Kurtz in 8-2 win over Guardians
Shea Langeliers, Jacob Wilson and Nick Kurtz homered in the final two innings to help the Athletics pull away for an 8-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
49ers release special teams standout George Odum amid major overhaul
The San Francisco 49ers have released special teams standout George Odum.
Blue Jays beat Giants to extend home winning streak to 9
Addison Barger had a career-high four hits, Will Wagner hit a go-ahead two-run double in a four-run sixth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3 on Saturday for their ninth straight home victory.
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Space News
What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Privately funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
Webb telescope captures images of new stars forming in Cat's Paw Nebula
The Cat's Paw Nebula is about 4,000 light-years from Earth, near the constellation Scorpius.
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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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Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Target ends price matching policy for Amazon and Walmart products
Target said the price matching policy for products sold at rivals Amazon and Walmart will end after July 28.
Trump pulling U.S. out of UNESCO, the U.N. scientific and cultural agency
President Trump previously withdrew the U.S. from the agency during his first term.
DOJ official plans to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell as House panel pursues subpoena
Ghislaine Maxwell, an associate of Jeffrey Epstein, was convicted in 2021 for her role in helping Epstein recruit, groom and abuse underage girls.
Coca-Cola to launch new U.S. soda with cane sugar this fall
After nudge from President Trump, Coca-Cola says it plans to sell a line of soda for U.S. market that uses natural cane sugar.
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Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman and heavy metal legend, dies at 76
Ozzy Osbourne rose to fame in the heavy metal group Black Sabbath.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, "The Cosby Show" star, dies at 54
Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died.
Tom Troupe, "Mission: Impossible" and "Star Trek" actor, dies at age 97
Tom Troupe appeared in more than 70 television shows, usually in single episode roles, throughout his career.
Katy Perry suffers midair prop malfunction at San Francisco concert
Katy Perry powered through a midair prop malfunction during her concert in San Francisco, California, on Friday night.
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to end in May 2026
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
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Medical researchers, patients decry Trump admin's layoffs, budget cuts
Scientists conducting medical research are facing an existential crisis: Layoffs and budget cuts pushed by President Trump that, they say, jeopardize finding a cure for cancer.
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.
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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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Former Giants managing general partner, longtime Microsoft attorney Bill Neukom dies at 83
Former San Francisco Giants managing general partner Bill Neukom, a bow-tie loving, longtime Microsoft attorney who was at the helm when the club won its first World Series title in San Francisco in 2010, has died.
Sacramento's historic Jim Denny's diner finds new home shortly after announcing closure
Sacramento's Jim Denny's will continue serving up food, but at a new location, owner N'Gina Guyton said on social media on Saturday.
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.
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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.