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- Jun 16, 2021
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New details emerge about suspect in D.C. National Guard shooting
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot a few blocks from the White House, and a suspect identified as an Afghan national is in custody.
- updated 14M ago
Search suspended for Army specialist from New Jersey swept out to sea at California's Big Sur
Authorities on California's Central Coast have suspended search operations for an Army specialist from New Jersey who was swept out to the Pacific Ocean over the weekend.
- 1H ago
Dining out for Thanksgiving surges, Roseville bistro preps for 400 diners
At Rose Park Bistro in Roseville, staff spent the day prepping for what they expect will be a record crowd.
- 11H ago
Sacramento's Imaginarium holiday light festival at Cal Expo officially opens after delay
On Wednesday, Cal Expo and Imaginarium organizers announced that the go-ahead had been given to open the festival.
- 11H ago
Stockton gas station lowers prices to thank customers this Thanksgiving
Gas prices are down again this Thanksgiving holiday at Ernie's General Store in Stockton as a gift of gratitude for customers.
- 11H ago
15 years after Sacramento County woman vanished, murder suspect arrested in Tennessee
Law enforcement officials said a Tennessee man has been arrested in connection with the murder and disappearance of a woman who vanished 15 years ago from Northern California.
- 11H ago
What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Here's what to know.
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
- updated 8M ago
Suns roll to 112-100 win over Kings and improve to 3-0 in NBA Cup
Mark Williams had 21 points and 16 rebounds, Collin Gillespie also scored 21 points and the Phoenix Suns jumped to a big early lead before beating the Sacramento Kings 112-100 on Wednesday night.
- 12H ago
Fairfield couple carries on late son's legacy of public service
The Matt Garcia Foundation continued the work of the Fairfield native who declared as a sixth grader that he would one day hold public office.
- 16H ago
California Governor's Race
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Stephen Cloobeck ends bid for California governor, endorses Eric Swalwell
California's crowded 2026 governor's race narrowed Monday night as Democratic businessman Stephen Cloobeck ended his campaign and endorsed Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who entered the race last week.
- Nov 24
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell running for California governor
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has been a leading critic of the Trump administration, announced on Thursday that he is running for governor of California in the 2026 election.
- Nov 21
Tom Steyer mounts 2026 bid for California governor, adding to crowded field
Businessman Tom Steyer is entering the already crowded race for California governor in 2026.
- Nov 19
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How some criminal defendants are avoiding conviction through diversion programs
Last month, the California Court of Appeals granted the DA's petition to vacate Judge Kim's order for diversion, saying no evidence suggested that Taylor would not pose an unreasonable risk of danger to public safety if granted diversion.
- Nov 18
AI scams fuel rise in fake online car sales. How California is trying to protect consumers.
Buying a car is one of the biggest purchases we make, and more people are turning to online marketplaces for deals on used cars. But thanks to artificial intelligence, you're more likely than ever to get scammed.
- Nov 11
Criminals keep finding new ways to steal checks. Here's how to avoid being the next victim
"Check washing" and "check cooking" are two new ways criminals can steal tens of thousands of dollars out of your account.
- Nov 6
California News
MoreStephen Cloobeck ends bid for California governor, endorses Eric Swalwell
California's crowded 2026 governor's race narrowed Monday night as Democratic businessman Stephen Cloobeck ended his campaign and endorsed Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who entered the race last week.
- Nov 24
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell running for California governor
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has been a leading critic of the Trump administration, announced on Thursday that he is running for governor of California in the 2026 election.
- Nov 21
California projected to face $18B deficit as Newsom heads into his last year as governor
California will face a projected $18 billion deficit next year, according to a report by the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's Office.
- Nov 19
Tom Steyer mounts 2026 bid for California governor, adding to crowded field
Businessman Tom Steyer is entering the already crowded race for California governor in 2026.
- Nov 19
Judge bars Trump from immediately cutting funding to the University of California
A federal judge in San Francisco has blocked the Trump administration from immediately cutting funding to the University of California over claims the school system allows antisemitism or other forms of discrimination.
- Nov 14
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Thanksgiving Day Northern California weather forecast - Nov. 27, 2025
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting the rest of the week.
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Stockton gas station lowers prices to thank customers this Thanksgiving
Gas prices are down again this Thanksgiving holiday at Ernie's General Store in Stockton as a gift of gratitude for customers.
- 11H ago
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Push underway to revive Lavender Angels in Sacramento's Lavender Heights district
Madisen Keavy reports.
- 11H ago
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Stockton Christmas tree lighting event honors loved ones in hospice care
Stockton residents remembered family members and loved ones with Thanksgiving approaching, as the Hospice of San Joaquin lit up a Christmas tree.That tree has special meaning for many across the county...
- 11H ago
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Imaginarium officially opens for the season at Sacramento's Cal Expo following delays
On Wednesday, Cal Expo and Imaginarium organizers announced that the go-ahead had been given to open the festival.
- 11H ago
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Politics
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Trump admin. pauses immigration applications from Afghans after National Guard shooting
Federal immigration authorities said Wednesday they have paused processing requests from Afghan nationals, after a man from Afghanistan was identified as the suspect in the D.C. National Guard shooting.
- 12H ago
Number of non-criminal detainees arrested by ICE surged 2,000% under Trump
The number of immigration detainees without criminal records held in detention after getting arrested by ICE has increased by over 2,000% since the start of the second Trump administration.
- Nov 26
National Park Service to hike entrance fees for foreign visitors
The fee change for international visitors will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the Interior Department.
- Nov 25
California board game maker feels squeeze from tariffs, leaving shoppers to pay more this season
How much more should you expect to pay if you're giving the gift of games this holiday season?
- Nov 25
X's new feature reveals surprising origins of some popular accounts
Over the weekend, Elon Musk's X unveiled a feature that lets users see where an account is based — and it led to some surprises.
- Nov 25
Latest Sports
Suns roll to 112-100 win over Kings and improve to 3-0 in NBA Cup
Mark Williams had 21 points and 16 rebounds, Collin Gillespie also scored 21 points and the Phoenix Suns jumped to a big early lead before beating the Sacramento Kings 112-100 on Wednesday night.
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Modesto's new baseball team adopts "Roadsters" name after backlash to "Glo Riders"
Modesto's new Pioneer League baseball team has changed its name for the second time this month after a strong public backlash prompted an unexpected rebrand.
- Nov 25
Kings take advantage of Wolves' 2nd straight collapse in 117-112 OT win
DeMar DeRozan scored 33 points and the Sacramento Kings took advantage of Minnesota's second straight stunning collapse, rallying late in regulation and outlasting the Timberwolves 117-112 in overtime.
- Nov 24
Sacramento Kings to introduce land acknowledgment at games
The Sacramento Kings are celebrating Native American Heritage in November by becoming one of the few NBA teams to have a land acknowledgement at games.
- Nov 24
Chauncey Billups pleads not guilty in mafia-linked illegal poker case
NBA Hall of Famer Chauncey Billups appeared in court over allegations of cheating in high-stakes poker games that prosecutors say were operated by mafia figures.
- Nov 24
Sacramento Kings end 8-game losing streak with 128-123 win over Nuggets
Russell Westbrook scored 15 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter against his former team, and the Sacramento Kings withstood 44 points from Nikola Jokic to beat the Denver Nuggets 128-123, ending an eight-game slide.
- Nov 22
UC Davis wins 71st Causeway Classic 31-27 over Sacramento State
Caden Pinnick threw for 306 yards and two touchdowns and UC Davis held on downs at its 27 in the closing seconds to win the 71st Causeway Classic 31-27 over Sacramento State.
- Nov 22
Los Angeles Clippers' Chris Paul hints at retirement after the season
In a post to social media, Paul said he was grateful "for the last one."
- Nov 22
How to watch 2025 NWSL championship game
NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman says the rival matchup "is going to be a nail-biter," and says the fans in the sold-out stadium are in for an exciting night.
- Nov 22
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California's new satellite flags methane leak at Yolo County landfill
Yolo County has been caught releasing global warming gases by a new surveillance satellite orbiting above Earth.
- Nov 25
Loud mystery boom in Woodland could have been meteor activity, experts suggest
A big boom in Woodland rattled neighbors awake early on Tuesday morning, Nov. 4, and left many asking what in the world it was. Well, it may just have been from out of this world.
- Nov 10
Interstellar comet passing by Mars seen in rare images
The images taken by two Mars orbiters show a bright, fuzzy white dot of the comet, also known as 3I/ATLAS, appearing to move against a backdrop of distant stars.
- Oct 7
Around The Nation
MoreAround The NationNew details emerge about suspect in D.C. National Guard shooting
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot a few blocks from the White House, and a suspect identified as an Afghan national is in custody.
- updated 13M ago
What's open and closed on Thanksgiving? Here's what to know.
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
- updated 7M ago
Why tariffs might make real Christmas trees more attractive this holiday season
The price of imported plastic Christmas trees is up, the majority of which are made in Asia and subject to tariffs introduced by President Trump earlier this year.
- 17H ago
AI can already do the work of 12% of America's workforce, MIT study says
AI is swiftly reshaping America's labor market, performing many technical and cognitive tasks across a range of industries, study says.
- 19H ago
These 19 cooking pans could leach lead into your food, FDA warns
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
- 5H ago
Entertainment News
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Jimmy Cliff, reggae music and Jamaican cultural icon, dies at 81
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
- Nov 24
Donald Glover reveals he had a stroke last year
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
- Nov 23
People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
It's become nearly impossible for people to tell the difference between music generated by artificial intelligence and that created by humans, according to a survey of 9,000 people.
- Nov 12
Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast among Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's newest inductees
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
- Nov 8
Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy nominations. See the list.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
- Nov 7
Health News
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Northern Califonia hospitals secure $3 million grant for street medicine training
The plan is to embed street medicine training directly into residency programs across multiple hospitals.
- 16H ago
These 19 cooking pans could leach lead into your food, FDA warns
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
- 5H ago
Vietnam veteran regains hearing after decades thanks to cochlear implant
Ray Cathey is on a journey from silence to new sounds. Cathey's hearing took a pounding when he was an air rescue paramedic during the Vietnam War.
- Nov 25
ByHeart says all its baby formula could be tainted with botulism
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
- Nov 25
California laws make it easier for pregnant women to use midwife-led birthing centers
In the last decade, more than 50 maternity wards have closed in California hospitals. Now, state lawmakers are delivering new rules to make it easier for moms to use a midwife.
- Nov 19
Consumer News
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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.
- Apr 9
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.
- Mar 28
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.
- Mar 3
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.
- Feb 28
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.
- Feb 27
Business News
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Live Oak's Penny Candy Store to close its doors after 5 decades
Penny Candy Store has served as a sweet spot for the community for more than five decades, but now it's preparing to close its doors, and the community is feeling the loss.
- Nov 25
Business owner in Sacramento's Oak Park aims to build better community amid neighborhood struggles
In the heart of Oak Park, a local business owner is fed up with crime but ready to fight for a better and safer community, using his business mission as a platform for change.
- Nov 21
Shuttered West Sacramento bottling plant expected to reopen under new ownership
A month and a half after Manna Beverages abruptly closed its manufacturing facilities statewide, a new ownership group has purchased the former West Sacramento plant and plans to restart operations there at full scale.
- Nov 19
Final penny pressed at U.S. Mint in Philadelphia
The Treasury Department expects to save $56 million per year on materials by ceasing to make pennies.
- Nov 12
Punch Bowl Social to close Sacramento location; 83 employees out of work
Punch Bowl Social's Sacramento location in the Downtown Commons will close by December, laying off 83 employees, according to a recent legal filing.
- Oct 30
Pet News
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Dozens of abandoned Chihuahuas found in Modesto home, foster homes sought by animal rescue
An animal rescue group is urgently searching for foster homes and donations after finding what they believe may be as many as 80 abandoned Chihuahuas inside a Modesto rental home.
- Nov 25
Dog's terminal cancer diagnosis dropped after UC Davis clinical trial
Lola, the golden retriever, was given a terminal cancer diagnosis with just a couple of months to live. An aggressive cancer of the mouth spread to her lungs at 9 years old.
- Aug 27
Meet the bat dog stealing the spotlight at Yuba Sutter High Wheelers games
You've heard of a bat boy, how about a bat dog? The Yuba Sutter High Wheelers have a new teammate this year.
- Aug 27
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.
- May 21
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.
- May 15
Drought News
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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.
- Apr 19, 2024
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.
- Sep 14, 2023
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.
- May 13, 2023
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.
- May 6, 2023
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.
- Apr 27, 2023
Uplifting News
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Routine call turns heroic as Rancho Cordova deputy helps delivery baby in store parking lot
What started as a suspicious circumstances call for Rancho Cordova police ended with a newborn surprise.
- Nov 22
Nonprofit turns old Modesto baseball field into thriving community garden
A once-empty lot behind Church of the Cross in north Modesto now hosts a thriving community garden with more than 140 plots and growers from across the globe.
- Oct 9
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.
- Apr 1
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.
- Mar 12
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.
- Feb 3