UC Davis study: Favorite princesses can be good for child’s self-image
The new research suggests that a child having a favorite Disney princess improved their confidence in themselves.
Watch CBS News
The new research suggests that a child having a favorite Disney princess improved their confidence in themselves.
UC Davis Health is teaming up with Dispatch Health for the nation's first comprehensive "in-home" medical care for patients – the same day they need.
UC Davis Health is teaming up with Dispatch Health in the nation’s first comprehensive “in-home” medical care for more vulnerable patients.
It's a big week for Dan Hawkins and the UC Davis Aggies as they travel up to Corvallis to take on No. 16 Oregon State.
We’ll be hearing more from Chancellor May over the next few months, among other though-leaders in business, banking, healthcare, conservation, sports, and even local dining.
When a wildfire breaks out, early detection is key in stopping it from spreading. Now, drones may be the latest technology that helps detect wildland blazes as soon as they break out.
A life-saving diagnosis came for a baby after she was admitted to the hospital for RSV. It turns out, she had a heart defect and immediately went in for life-saving surgery at UC Davis.
A life saving diagnosis after a baby is admitted to the hospital for RSV. It turns out, she had a heart defect and immediately went in for life-saving surgery at UC Davis.
Inside the courtroom for the suspected Davis serial stabber Carlos Dominguez's competency trial came a question: How did a UC Davis student spiral into an accused killer?
Stories from former friends paint a picture about a troubled UC Davis student.
New statistics by UC Davis revealed that the freshman and transfer admission to UC Davis has increased by 10% for applicants and California residents as compared to 2022.
The Yolo County District Attorney's Office said they are now in agreement with the psychologist's finding that Carlos Dominguez, the Davis deadly stabbings suspect, is not competent to stand trial.
Back in June, a court-appointed doctor concluded that Dominguez was not competent to stand trial. The doctor reported that they had diagnosed Dominguez with schizophrenia. The DA disagreed with the doctor's initial report, however. Read more here.
A turtle that wandered away from the UC Davis Arboretum is back home after getting a lift from a friendly neighborhood police officer.
Taking the time to train and teach — that's what happened Tuesday at UC Davis as first responders took part in an active shooter training.
Our first responders regularly train for active-shooter situations, and Rachel Wulff was in Davis for UCD's training drill, which shows us how these drills have changed over time.
The family of Karim Abou Najm, a UC Davis student murdered in May just weeks before his graduation, is raising money to make sure their son is remembered for lifetimes to come.
Colleges and universities are looking for new ways to promote diversity after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action. However, this is nothing new for California, which already banned race-based admissions nearly three decades ago.
One group leading this hi-tech ag research can be found at UC Davis.
Over the weekend, thieves broke into two separate buildings: the first one at Veihmeyer Hall, which is home to the hydrology program; and then another at the Food and Science Sprocket Laboratory.
Mosquito season is here and our wet winter means there's going to be a lot of them flying around. A UC Davis pediatric resident said it doesn't take much for the pests to make themselves right at home.
Inside a lab at UC Davis, researchers are perfecting a product by using a microprocessor to take food waste and turn it into fuel in less than a week.
A doctor says the former UC Davis student accused of stabbing and killing two people and injuring a third is not competent to stand trial.
The UC Davis student who was stabbed to death by an alleged serial killer was honored at Sunday's commencement ceremony at the Golden 1 Center.
The UC Davis student who was stabbed to death by an alleged serial killer was honored at Sunday's commencement ceremony at the Golden 1 Center.
The targeted climate-related projects are in 16 states, all of which voted for Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024.
The I Street Bridge that connects Sacramento and West Sacramento will be closed for 10 days this month for siding repairs. Here's what to know.
British conservationist Jane Goodall spent her life researching and educating others about chimpanzees and the natural world.
A Sacramento hospital will be offering free mammograms on select days in October to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Police in Vallejo arrested a man on suspicion of murder on Tuesday after a woman reported missing over the weekend was found in the attic of a home.
This was a nationwide search with more than 100 applicants.
The targeted climate-related projects are in 16 states, all of which voted for Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024.
Clean-up has started in Chinese Camp after the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire ripped through the Gold Rush town earlier this month.
The I Street Bridge that connects Sacramento and West Sacramento will be closed for 10 days this month for siding repairs. Here's what to know.
British conservationist Jane Goodall spent her life researching and educating others about chimpanzees and the natural world.
Maraskeshia Smith is the first woman and first African American to serve as city manager in Sacramento.
The driver stayed at the scene and was cooperating with officers, and neither drugs nor alcohol appeared to be a factor, 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.
Cameras used to catch an average of 14,000 red light runners each year in Sacramento County, but today they're no longer in use. Now, a bill in the legislature would dramatically change the way tickets are issued.
Some local car dealerships are bracing for a busy weekend. Federal electric vehicle rebates that can save people thousands of dollars are about to expire.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a series of bills aimed at expanding access to reproductive health care and strengthening privacy protections for patients and providers in California.
As California sees an increasing amount of wildfires, researchers from Stanford University and a Northern California nonprofit are helping residents prepare for and manage their exposure to toxic wildfire smoke.
After a year marked by insurance companies pulling out of California, state officials say five major insurers are committing to the state.
Quarterback Brock Purdy is dealing with a toe injury that has sidelined him for two games this season.
The San Francisco Giants have ousted veteran manager Bob Melvin after two seasons, the team announced Monday.
Parker Washington has scored Jacksonville's first punt return touchdown in eight seasons, leading the Jaguars to a 26-21 victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Logan Webb struck out eight on the way to leading the National League with 224 Ks and also pitched a majors-best 207 innings, sending the Giants past the Colorado Rockies 4-0 on Sunday.
In their announcement, the franchise said the jersey was created due to popular demand, and that it would be gold and have Sacramento written across the chest.
The targeted climate-related projects are in 16 states, all of which voted for Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024.
The Trump administration has mounted an aggressive campaign against "sanctuary" jurisdictions, but the Justice Department has pointed to just one city that has abandoned its policies so far.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development posted a banner on its homepage Tuesday blaming the government shutdown on the "Radical Left."
Maraskeshia Smith is the first woman and first African American to serve as city manager in Sacramento.
The government shut down Wednesday after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement to extend government funding.
A Placerville man will be skiing again this year after a serious heart attack nearly took his life several years ago.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a series of bills aimed at expanding access to reproductive health care and strengthening privacy protections for patients and providers in California.
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.
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.
Clean-up has started in Chinese Camp after the TCU September Lightning Complex Fire ripped through the Gold Rush town earlier this month.
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.
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.
Here's a look at the weather forecast to start October.
Your produce man Michael Marks breaks down what deals you can score at the store this week.
The meeting comes as the district faces a $43 million shortfall.
Cameras used to catch an average of 14,000 red light runners each year in Sacramento County, but today they're no longer in use. Now, a bill in the legislature would dramatically change the way tickets are issued.
Brady Halbleib reports.