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Sacramento Pride Festival is this weekend. Here's what to know. The Sacramento Pride Festival kicks off on Saturday along Capitol Mall. This year's event will bring live music, drag shows, bingo, painting and a lot more. 4H ago

3-year-old abducted in Nevada County found uninjured in steep canyon, officials say A 3-year-old the CHP said was abducted in Nevada County on Friday was found uninjured in a steep river canyon, the sheriff's office said. 3H ago

Nevada County rescue crews warn of cold, fast rivers after heat wave sparked rapid snow melt Following a tripled-digit heat wave this week, Nevada County officials warn that snow is rapidly melting into area rivers, causing them to run much faster and colder than people might expect. 17H ago

Inmate at Sacramento County Jail found unresponsive in cell, dies An inmate at the Sacramento County Main Jail died early Saturday morning, the sheriff's office has announced. 22M ago

Wanted domestic violence suspect in custody after North Sacramento standoff Officers have taken a man wanted on suspicion of domestic violence into custody after a standoff in North Sacramento on Saturday. updated 37M ago

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4.5 magnitude earthquake near The Geysers shakes Sonoma County Sonoma County and much of the North Bay were jolted by a moderate earthquake early Saturday afternoon. 1H ago

New retail theft program leads to major arrest in Placer County A new statewide program to crack down on organized retail theft in California appears to be working. Jun 6

California Gov. Newsom on right to contraception bill failing: "Republicans are at it again" California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a fierce response Wednesday in the wake of U.S. Senate Republicans blocking legislation protecting access to contraception nationwide. Jun 5

Searching for solution to California's insurance crisis before property values plunge As insurance companies drop more California homeowners over the state's fire risk, some are predicting the next crisis is a drop in home values. Jun 3

Growing number of female minority doctors in California leave jobs due to burnout, study shows A recent study by the nonprofit Physicians for a Healthy California reveals a growing number of minority female doctors are feeling burned out and leaving their field of work. Jun 3

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Caitlin Clark expected to be off star-studded Olympic team, reports say The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team. 7H ago

JJ Bleday hits leadoff homer in 9th to give A's 2-1 victory over Blue Jays JJ Bleday hit the first pitch of the ninth inning to give the A's a 2-1 victory over the Blue Jays Friday night. 17H ago

Homers by Conforto and Flores lead Giants past Rangers The San Francisco Giants beat the Texas Rangers 5-2 on Friday night. 18H ago

Watch the Oakland Ballers Friday night home games on KPIX+ KPIX/CBS Bay Area is proud to televise all nine Ballers Friday night home games on KPIX+ 44 Cable 12, KPIX's sister station in San Francisco. Jun 7

Win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to the Oakland Ballers vs. Yolo High Wheelers game on July 5 Enter for your chance to win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to the Oakland Ballers game on Friday, July 5, vs. the Yolo High Wheelers. Jun 7

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Biden calls France "our first friend"during state visit in Paris The state visit began with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, including a wreath-laying at France's tomb of the unknown soldier, and a military parade along the Champs-Élysées leading to the Élysée Palace. 5H ago

Looming California law on "junk fees" may face changes after pushback from restaurants A new California law aimed at ending so-called "junk fees" on purchases could face changes after facing pushback from the state's bars and restaurants. 21H ago

Biden says democracy "begins with each of us" in speech at D-Day memorial President Biden had a beautiful and historic backdrop for his speech in France to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. 23H ago

Judge in DePape trial dismisses multiple criminal charges including attempted murder The judge presiding over David DePape's state trial in the hammer attack on Paul Pelosi during a 2022 home invasion on Thursday dismissed multiple charges including attempted murder, according to the court. Jun 6

UFOs investigated in Japan after U.S. deems region a "hotspot" If UFOs turn out to be "cutting-edge secret weapons or spying drones in disguise, they can pose a significant threat," one lawmaker said. Jun 6

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New COVID variant KP.3 climbs to 25%, now largest in CDC estimates The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year. Jun 7

FDA rolls back Juul marketing ban, reopening possibility of authorization The FDA said "additional review" and court cases led it to roll back the ban. Jun 6

Some veggie puffs contain high levels of lead, Consumer Reports says Consumer Reports found concerning levels of lead in two popular brands of veggie puff snacks, while another brand fared better. Jun 5

FDA panel votes against MDMA for PTSD, setting up hurdle to approval FDA advisers cited a variety of concerns with the trials submitted by Lykos Therapeutics as part of the application. Jun 4

Halsey reveals health battle in first song off new album Halsey said she's "lucky to be alive" in an Instagram post featuring "The End," the first track off their next album. Jun 6

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Rubio's Coastal Grill employees can't cash final paycheck after closures Popular restaurant chain Rubio's Coastal Grill announced it was shuttering dozens of locations across the state, and now employees say they are having trouble cashing their final paychecks. Jun 7

Solar "salesman" explains how 91-year-old financed panels she'd pay off at 114 | Call Kurtis Investigates Phyllis Simmons died months after the solar panels were installed. May 27

Loomis celebrates the opening of a new Costco store The town of Loomis geared up for a major grand opening with Thursday marking the official opening of a new Costco. May 23

As summer driving season approaches, report lists safest new and used cars for teenagers | Call Kurtis Summer driving season is starting and teenagers are much more likely to get into car accidents when they get behind the wheel. What are the safest vehicles for young drivers? May 22

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Lawmakers demanding answers about Caltrans denied damage claims In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process. May 31

Pothole damage claims on California freeways triple A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023. May 22

California freeways with the most damage claims Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst? May 22

Sexually violent predators set for release into California communities, prompting concerns at state capitol CBS News California has identified a spike in the number of "sexually violent predators" who are being granted conditional release by the Department of State Hospitals amid an ongoing struggle to find housing for the men. The reporting prompted several proposed changes to state law, but, one by one, the bills are dying inside California's capitol. May 8

Using new AI, grieving moms discover California lawmakers killed popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting They fought for fentanyl legislation, but it was killed before lawmakers even got to vote. Four grieving moms wanted to know why. They're uncovering the truth using a new AI tool designed to help everyday Californians hold lawmakers accountable. They discovered powerful lawmakers killed the popular fentanyl bill by *not* voting. May 2

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Try this fun and lazy way to build $3,000 in savings | Call Kurtis The majority of Americans can't afford an emergency expense of a thousand dollars. We looked for a fun way to start saving. Jun 3

Solar "salesman" explains how 91-year-old financed panels she'd pay off at 114 | Call Kurtis Investigates Phyllis Simmons died months after the solar panels were installed. May 27

Panhandlers in the Sierra foothills claim they're rich | Call Kurtis A national scam involving panhandling is now reaching streets in Northern California. May 21

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Tracy neighborhood concerned after Corral Fire burns too close for comfort The Corral Fire has prompted homeowners in a Tracy neighborhood to call on city leaders and developers to expand the number of entry and exit points to their neighborhood in case of emergency. Jun 3

Crews handle 14,000-acre Corral Fire thanks to statewide effort Some of the fire engines that are assigned to the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County traveled more than 100 miles. Jun 4

Firefighters battle new grass fire west of Tracy near site of Corral Fire Crews late Monday afternoon responded to another vegetation fire burning just northwest of the Corral Fire, which scorched more than 14,000 acres near Tracy over the weekend. Jun 3

Man recalls trying to save neighbor's house destroyed in Corral Fire One home has been deemed a total loss in the Corral Fire and one neighbor said he and another neighbor, tried to save it. Jun 3

Containment reaches 100% for 14,000-acre wildfire southwest of Tracy Containment of the Corral Fire in San Joaquin County reached 100% on Thursday evening as all evacuation warnings expired Monday evening. Jun 6

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Dozens of college-bound seniors at Sacramento Charter High celebrated A celebration at Sacramento Charter High on Thursday as college-bound seniors announced their campus of choice and 95% were accepted into four-year schools. May 16

Bank employee hasn't missed a day of work in 47 years. Now he's getting ready to retire. A bank employee in Lodi has some big bragging rights. He's never missed a day of work in his 47 years on the job and now he's getting ready to retire. May 14

Frannie's fight: California dog on a diet takes social media by storm Meet Frannie the dog, Instagram's newest fitness influencer. Apr 26

"Challenger" teams faceoff in baseball game, a home run for inclusivity in Yuba City A Yuba City mom started a baseball team for kids with physical and intellectual disabilities after finding her 11-year-old son with Down Syndrome didn't have anywhere to play. Apr 21

Sacramento nonprofit made up of senior citizens lends helping hand to other seniors A Sacramento nonprofit is teaming up with a local credit union to give back so seniors can safely do basic tasks like bathing or exercising. Those lending a helping hand are also a group of seniors. Apr 12