Coronavirus Unemployment: Help for the Self-Employed
While millions of Americans now qualify for unemployment benefits and disability, millions who are self-employed don't.
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While millions of Americans now qualify for unemployment benefits and disability, millions who are self-employed don't.
Potential exposures to COVID-19 is the new reality facing first responders every day.
An employee at Blue Diamond Growers' Sacramento facility has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the company says.
Sacramento County Jail facilities have released approximately 120 inmates in the last week to deal with the coronavirus, the sheriff's office said.
Shoppers are searching for masks to protect themselves against COVID-19 and they found some in an unexpected place: discount store Falling Prices.
Playground equipment is being cordoned off amid coronavirus concerns.
The first attempt by Costco to give seniors early access to its warehouses led to a huge turnout Tuesday morning at the store on Exposition Parkway.
Police in Elk Grove are trying to soothe people's fears about the ongoing shelter-at-home order.
School officials say the Lodi Unified district office has been closed and is undergoing sanitation after an employee self-reported being positive for the novel coronavirus.
People stuck at home amid the coronavirus pandemic are being urged to support local restaurants on Tuesday, March 24 by ordering to-go as part of the "Great American Takeout."
California is scrambling to obtain protective gear for healthcare workers and first responders, reaching out worldwide and working with locals to ratchet up production as the coronavirus pandemic sweeps through the nation's most populous state.
Gov. Gavin Newsom said he would close parking lots at dozens of beaches and state parks to prevent the spread of coronavirus after large groups flocked to the coast and mountains to get outdoors on the first weekend under the state's stay-at-home order.
This marks only the fourth time in the history of the modern Olympics that the Games are being postponed.
The Sacramento Homeless Union says there are approximately 11,000 unsheltered individuals across Sacramento who are having a difficult time following the CDC guidelines.
As California fights the coronavirus, there's another danger that's fast approaching towards the state: a nursing and medical staffing shortage could cripple the healthcare system just when we need it most.
Amid a stay-at-home order for the entire state, South Lake Tahoe's mayor is pleading with would-be visitors to take it seriously.
Drive-thru testing for coronavirus is expected to start in Sacramento County on Tuesday.
In an unprecedented order, California's chief justice on Monday suspended all superior court jury trials for 60 days because of the coronavirus outbreak.
With a nationwide personal protective equipment shortage, a Modesto hospital is accepting donations from the public to keep up with the coronavirus demand.
The Sacramento Police Department dispelled rumors about its enforcement of the governor's stay-at-home order Monday.
One inmate and five employees in California's massive prison system have tested positive for coronavirus, leading to increased pressure Monday on corrections officials to begin releasing some of the state's 123,000 convicts early.
On Monday, the American River Parkway Foundation issued a reminder to people to practice social distancing when visiting any outdoor area.
Families may be staying home during the coronavirus outbreak, but are criminals self-isolating too?
Raley's has hired 775 people over the last week to help those who are out of work due to the coronavirus.
Tragedy is taking over a Sacramento-area church after a second parishioner died in as many weeks. Coronavirus now claimed the life of an 85-year-old man.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
Two men from Solano County were arrested on suspicion of multiple felonies following a lengthy pursuit on Highway 101 along the Northern California coast over the weekend.
Authorities have arrested a Nevada man in connection to the disappearance of a girl who was later found in Sacramento.
Former President Barack Obama addressed recent acts of political violence during remarks at a Pennsylvania nonprofit on Tuesday.
Costco warned that unopened bottles of its signature prosecco could shatter before being handled or used.
Newsom was at a south Sacramento school talking about a mentorship program for men and boys in what he called "an epidemic of loneliness." The governor linked the Kirk shooting as part of that crisis.
Employees at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse in Modesto are seeking to form the company's first union, saying a mandatory tip-sharing policy has sharply cut into their pay.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
Two men from Solano County were arrested on suspicion of multiple felonies following a lengthy pursuit on Highway 101 along the Northern California coast over the weekend.
Authorities have arrested a Nevada man in connection to the disappearance of a girl who was later found in Sacramento.
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.
Ever since Sleep Train Arena closed in 2016, there hasn't been much reason for out-of-town tourists to visit the area. But a new idea could turn vacant park land into a major new attraction.
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.
Firefighters in Central California have been working to protect a grove of giant sequoia trees from a massive wildfire.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered a pre-recorded State of the State address for a second consecutive year.
Boston dropped into the third AL wild card, a half-game behind Houston and two games behind the New York Yankees.
Multi-platinum rapper Toosii posted on Instagram photos of himself in a Sac State football uniform and said he is feeling blessed to have received an offer from the Division I program.
Teoscar Hernández had his second four-hit game this season, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat San Francisco 10-2 Sunday to drop the Giants 1 1/2 games behind the New York Mets for the last NL wild card.
Jones threw for 279 yards and a career-high-tying three touchdowns, and the banged-up 49ers defeated the Saints 26-21 on Sunday.
Napheesa Collier scored 20 points to lead five players in double figures and the Minnesota Lynx breezed to a 101-72 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday in Game 1 of the best-of-three first-round WNBA series.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
Former President Barack Obama addressed recent acts of political violence during remarks at a Pennsylvania nonprofit on Tuesday.
Newsom was at a south Sacramento school talking about a mentorship program for men and boys in what he called "an epidemic of loneliness." The governor linked the Kirk shooting as part of that crisis.
The president signed an executive order Tuesday extending the pause on enforcing the law until at least Dec. 16.
Technology company Oracle is among a consortium of firms that would enable TikTok to continue operations in the U.S. if a framework deal is finalized, sources say.
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.
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
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.
A Sacramento nonprofit is asking for help to keep the Sacramento Film Festival funded and running.
Longtime Congresswoman Doris Matsui is facing some new competition as she runs for re-election. Sacramento City Councilmember Mai Vang announced she’s running for Congress.
According to tax officials, when you buy something online, where that order is filled gets your tax money, not where the item is going. Now, one San Joaquin County city is trying to change that.
A crash that saw a car go airborne before embedding into a wall has prompted Folsom police to focus speed enforcement efforts along a major road.
Newsom was at a south Sacramento school talking about a mentorship program for men and boys in what he called "an epidemic of loneliness." The governor linked the Kirk shooting as part of that crisis.