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Cal Fire and U.S. Forest Service crews took part in an annual training program to learn how to coordinate aerial attacks on wildfires as California braces for another fire season.
Sherri Papini, the California mother of two convicted of lying to the FBI after faking her own kidnapping nearly a decade ago, is speaking out publicly for the first time in a new four-part docuseries.
New data from the California Department of Finance shows the state's population grew in 2024, the second year in a row.
The House of Representatives on Thursday voted to block California from implementing plans to block new sales of gas-powered vehicles in a decade.
On the 100th day of President Trump's second term in office, California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed his 16th lawsuit against the president's administration.
California may be one step closer to allowing self-driving semi-trucks on its highways.
The California Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to ban cat declawing in the state. The bill will now go to the state senate.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Californians can now buy opioid reversal drugs directly from the state under a program aimed at making the life-saving medication less expensive and more accessible.
Cesar Hernandez was wanted for the shooting death of Abigail Esparza Reyes, the leader of a unit known as "Gringo Hunters," which dedicates itself to arresting U.S. fugitives in Mexico.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday that his state will file a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs that have set off a global trade war.
Newsom reports that Canadian tourism in California is down 12% compared to a year ago.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
A painting worth tens of millions of dollars was stolen by the Nazis during World War II and the fight to get it back recently made it to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Maria Shriver made a return to Sacramento Tuesday evening as hundreds of people came out to hear her speak about her career and her family memories.
The decision from this meeting will impact policyholders everywhere but particularly those who live in fire country — like Placer County.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A California assembly bill is looking to limit teens' ability to ride shotgun by increasing the age to 16.
A 9-year-old girl in California died after a dental surgery during which she was under anesthesia, according to the medical examiner.
A California State Assembly committee killed two bills on Tuesday that would have restricted transgender athletes from playing on girls' sports teams.
California's snowpack got a boost in March to reach its near average as the wet season nears its end.
The California Highway Patrol denied claims that its air operations program was grounded, suggesting that concerns likely stemmed from recent changes to the program's organizational structure.
Judge Lawrence VanDyke released the video after a California appeals court upheld a ban on high-capacity gun magazines.
California's electric vehicle infrastructure is reaching a major milestone as 25% of new cars sold in the state are electric.
Sierra Pino truly carries a story of heartbreak and hurt to hope and resilience.
An inmate charged with murdering his partner during a conjugal visit at Mule Creek State Prison will appear in court for the first time, on this new charge, Friday.
The Sacramento River Cats are halfway through their final homestand of the year and are offering a weekend packed with promotions to help fill the stands as the team closes out the 2025 season.
A man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run collision Thursday evening in North Sacramento, police said.
In the Central California city of Manteca, the community gathered for Musico on Maple, an event highlighting Hispanic culture through music and dance. Despite the political climate, the turnout was strong and the energy high.
California Democrats in Congress are calling out the decision by ABC to take Jimmy Kimmel off the air as censorship.
Sierra Pino truly carries a story of heartbreak and hurt to hope and resilience.
An inmate charged with murdering his partner during a conjugal visit at Mule Creek State Prison will appear in court for the first time, on this new charge, Friday.
The Sacramento River Cats are halfway through their final homestand of the year and are offering a weekend packed with promotions to help fill the stands as the team closes out the 2025 season.
A man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run collision Thursday evening in North Sacramento, police said.
A man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run collision Thursday evening in North Sacramento, police said.
Next week, Sacramento city leaders will consider a plan to turn a vacant city lot into a new tent camping site, but it's in a neighborhood that already has the highest concentration of homeless people in the region.
A multi-million-dollar project to help protect Sacramento from flooding is facing a significant setback. CBS News Sacramento is learning that there are problems with the ground where the new Sacramento Weir is being built.
After more than an hour of discussion and debate, the Sacramento City Council voted 8 to 1 to approve spending more than $2 million on ShotSpotter over the next five years.
Topgolf is officially coming to Sacramento after getting the green light to build in Natomas.
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
About one out of every ten California student loan borrowers is at least 30 days late on payments following the end of a federal pause on loan payments, according to a new analysis released Wednesday.
A University of California, Berkeley study of the state's recent major wildfires shows that taking steps to mitigate fire risk can double the number of homes saved in a wildfire.
A couple of bills meant to speed up the process were allowed to die in committee before reaching the state Assembly. Opponents of the project consider it a victory in a fight to protect the water of the delta and the towns that live along its banks.
A large internet disruption affecting communities across parts of Northern and Central California on Wednesday was caused by a crash, officials say.
The Sacramento River Cats are halfway through their final homestand of the year and are offering a weekend packed with promotions to help fill the stands as the team closes out the 2025 season.
Brent Rooker homered in a three-run first inning and J.T. Ginn limited Boston to five hits over six innings on Thursday to lead the Athletics to a 5-3 victory over the Red Sox.
The fans at SAP Center in San Jose brought their A game Wednesday night as they watched the Valkyries play their first home playoff game.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy returned to practice on Wednesday after missing a game with a toe injury.
Brandon Pfaadt and 42-year-old three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander matched a lot of zeros in a mid-September pitcher's duel between NL West rivals still hoping to get into the playoffs.
California Democrats in Congress are calling out the decision by ABC to take Jimmy Kimmel off the air as censorship.
On Thursday, ABC took Jimmy Kimmel off the air after the FCC chairman hinted at action against ABC over comments the comedian had made about the suspect in Charlie Kirk's killing.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a move to decertify an organ procurement organization and steps to reform the organ donation system.
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
President Trump late Wednesday called for investigations into alleged funders of antifa.
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
A bill that would cap the price of insulin in California at $35 for a 30-day supply has been approved by the state legislature and is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
About 42% of the children in the study diagnosed with ADHD were prescribed drugs within 30 days of diagnosis.
Finding the perfect dress isn't easy, but now, selling them could become a lot more challenging.
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.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
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's retail theft reporting app has only been around for six months and is already bringing a sense of calmness to local business owners.
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill popular bills by not voting.
This year-long investigation by CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts examines the many components of California's new tougher-on-crime law.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The California Highway Patrol captain accused of workers' compensation fraud was the commander in charge of the fatal Mahaney Park shootout in Roseville, three officers who worked under him at the time of the shootout said.
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.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
The fires burning in Calaveras and Tuolumne County caused air quality officials to issue a smoke advisory, warning people that the air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The TCU Lightning Complex fires have burned nearly 14,000 acres in Central California, but in a Saturday update, Cal Fire said containment was at 42%.
A vegetation fire near El Dorado Hills broke out on Labor Day, quickly growing in size and prompting evacuations, officials said.
The Pickett Fire burning in the Napa Valley during peak season for wine country tourism is prompting air quality alerts in surrounding communities as crews continue to fight the fire in rugged terrain.
The Coyote Fire was burning in the Coyoteville area, about 21 miles southeast of Placerville.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Madisen Keavy reports.
The collision happened in the area of Marysville Boulevard and Los Robles Boulevard.
Marlee Ginter reports.
Marlee Ginter reports.
Ashley Sharp reports.