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Live updates as U.S. gets out to vote on Election Day 2024
Final polls before Election Day 2024 show Trump and Harris tied in key battleground states as Americans await results. See the latest updates and stream live coverage here.
All westbound lanes on Yolo Causeway reopen after truck overturns
A crash on the Yolo Causeway had all westbound lanes between West Sacramento and Davis blocked on Tuesday.
Voters weigh California Prop. 36 to implement stronger penalties for theft, drug crimes
California voters will soon decide the fate of Proposition 36, weighing whether to roll back criminal justice reforms from a contentious 2014 ballot measure that lessened the penalties for some crimes including theft and drug possession.
Thousands of PG&E customers may be impacted by power safety shutoffs this week
A dozen California counties, including in the Bay Area and Northern California, are listed under a Pacific Gas and Electric public safety power shutoff watch on election night.
McCarty, Cofer square off to succeed Steinberg as Sacramento mayor
Flojaune Cofer and California Assemblymember Kevin McCarty, both Democrats, emerged from the March primary election as the top two candidates in Sacramento's mayoral race.
Fact checking Election Day 2024 claims
Throughout Election Day, the CBS News' Confirmed and investigative unit will be fact checking reports around the 2024 election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
California Prop. 2 would allow the state to borrow $10 billion for public schools
California Proposition 2 asks voters to allow the state to borrow $10 billion to help fund upgrades, construction and renovation of public schools and community colleges.
California has 54 electoral votes. Here's how they're awarded
California has the most electoral votes of any state — 54. Here's how the Golden State will affect the Electoral College in upcoming presidential election.
Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus dies at 95
Home Depot co-founder Bernard "Bernie" Marcus helped launch the home improvement chain in 1978.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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California has 54 electoral votes. Here's how they're awarded
California has the most electoral votes of any state — 54. Here's how the Golden State will affect the Electoral College in upcoming presidential election.
Athletics release brand guidelines for Sacramento move, officially strip "Oakland" from name
The A's have officially dropped "Oakland" from their name.
When California polls open and close for 2024 Election Day
For voters who want to cast their ballot in person for the 2024 presidential election, here is when polling places open and close in California.
Where do you vote in California for the 2024 election? How to find your polling location
Whether you are dropping off your ballot or voting in person, here's how to find your polling location in California.
How this rural California county has seen a change in its political atmosphere
Inyo County, with barely 19,000 people, produced a nailbiter in 2020. Joe Biden actually won the county by just 14 votes. This was, for ages, a ranching community that was deeply Republican and it changed in just a handful of years.
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Breaking down California's Proposition 33, which could expand rent control
California voters are weighing whether to approve Proposition 33, which would greatly expand the control local government has over residential rents, allowing cities to cap prices for tenants.
Why some Stanislaus County voters are for, against raising California's minimum wage
Some people in Stanislaus County say raising the minimum wage will make running their business more difficult where others say it will help families in need.
Election Day weather forecast - Nov. 5, 2024
Find out what kind of weather we're expecting on Election Day in Northern California.
Nearly half of Sacramento County voters have already cast their ballot
Ballots are being collected at the nearly 90 voting centers across the county on Election Day.
What issues are top of mind for men at the barber shop?
On this particular day, politics commanded the room – with passionate voices wanting change.
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Fact checking Election Day 2024 claims
Throughout Election Day, the CBS News' Confirmed and investigative unit will be fact checking reports around the 2024 election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
California Prop. 2 would allow the state to borrow $10 billion for public schools
California Proposition 2 asks voters to allow the state to borrow $10 billion to help fund upgrades, construction and renovation of public schools and community colleges.
California has 54 electoral votes. Here's how they're awarded
California has the most electoral votes of any state — 54. Here's how the Golden State will affect the Electoral College in upcoming presidential election.
Election Day freebies and discounted meals, rides and more
From Krispy Kreme doughnuts to Johnny Rickets' shakes, businesses across the country are offering deals to voters.
Democrat Christina Fugazi, Republican Tom Patti face off for Stockton mayor
Republican Tom Patti and Democrat Christina Fugazi emerged from a group of six candidates as the two top vote-getters in the March primary for Stockton mayor.
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River City girls' water polo player ranked best in nation
A River City High School girls' water polo player is making a big splash, ranked the best-scoring player in the country by MaxPreps in both points and goals.
Sacramento Republic FC, HC Mark Briggs mutually agree to part ways
Sacramento Republic FC is parting ways with head coach Mark Briggs.
McCaffrey returns to practice for the 49ers from Achilles tendon injury
San Francisco 49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey returned to practice for the first time in nearly two months as he hopes to return from an Achilles tendon injury for the second half of the season.
Athletics release brand guidelines for Sacramento move, officially strip "Oakland" from name
The A's have officially dropped "Oakland" from their name.
49ers aim for another big 2nd-half run after a rough start to the season
After an injury-plagued, shaky first half of the season for the defending NFC champion San Francisco 49ers, the team is hoping to follow a similar pattern to the past two seasons.
Raiders fire offensive coordinator Luke Getsy and 2 other offensive coaches
The slumping Las Vegas Raiders have fired offensive coordinator Luke Getsy as part of an offensive coaching staff shakeup.
Giants' Matt Chapman wins 5th Gold Glove, Patrick Bailey among first-time winners
San Francisco third baseman Matt Chapman won his fifth Gold Glove and catcher Patrick Bailey was among 14 first-time winners of baseball's most famous fielding honor.
Kings fall to Raptors 131-128 in OT on second night of back-to-back
The Sacramento Kings fall short to the Toronto Raptors 131-128 in overtime on the second night of a back-to-back.
Fox scores 31, DeRozan adds 27 as Kings beat Hawks 123-115
The Sacramento Kings were able to hold off a late-game push by the Atlanta Hawks, walking out with a 123-115 win Friday night.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Northern Californians can see this rare comet that won't return for 80,000 years
Last week, the Northern Lights had people across Northern California looking up at the night sky. Now, there's another rare celestial event on the horizon.
NASA launches probe to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
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Natomas woman exhumes daughter's remains after Sacramento cemetery moved grave without notice
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
Sacramento family searches for grandparents' graves after Catholic cemetery moves remains
The family contacted CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team to look into the matter.
Some streaming services most of us pay for could actually be enjoyed for free | Call Kurtis
The Call Kurtis team has found that some companies you may already be doing business with may offer streaming for free, or at deeply discounted rates.
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Fact checking Election Day 2024 claims
Throughout Election Day, the CBS News' Confirmed and investigative unit will be fact checking reports around the 2024 election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus dies at 95
Home Depot co-founder Bernard "Bernie" Marcus helped launch the home improvement chain in 1978.
Election Day freebies and discounted meals, rides and more
From Krispy Kreme doughnuts to Johnny Rickets' shakes, businesses across the country are offering deals to voters.
California Senate race pits Democrat Adam Schiff against Republican Steve Garvey
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) is facing off with Republican former professional baseball player Steve Garvey in the race for the U.S. Senate seat long held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Boeing machinists accept labor contract, ending 7-week strike
Boeing sweetened its offer to thousands of striking factory workers, leading machinists union to back the deal.
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Music legend Quincy Jones dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Halloween haunted houses are a scary business proposition, operators say
Scaring people for a living is a tough racket. "A bunch of teenagers that say 'Boo!' — that won't fly anymore," one haunted house veteran says.
"Tiger King" Joe Exotic announces prison engagement
Joe Exotic, made famous in the Netflix series "Tiger King" and currently serving time in federal prison, says he is engaged to a fellow inmate in Texas and hopes to get married.
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"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Threat of foodborne pathogens is growing with climate change, experts warn
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
Costco recalls salmon over listeria concerns
A notice to Costco customers urges them not to consume some packages of salmon over concerns it could be contaminated with listeria.
McDonald's E. coli outbreak leads Burger King, others to pull onions from some menus
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
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Homeowner's insurance policy canceled because of photo taken from space. What you should do.
A Fairfield couple had their home insurance policy canceled because of a photo taken from high above their residence. They called Kurtis when they thought the insurance carrier got it wrong.
Easing the rising costs of dining out—with these restaurant discount gift cards
Inflation and California's higher wages are driving up the cost of dining out, but the Call Kurtis team has found some relief for your wallet in the form of discount gift cards for restaurants.
Mother demands exhumation after cemetery moves daughter's grave without notice
A Sacramento mother is seeking answers—and justice—after discovering that her daughter's grave was moved without her knowledge.
Lodi animal rescue can't get Facebook to return hijacked page
A Lodi animal rescue and adoption agency said someone hijacked their Facebook page and is using it to rip people off. They reached out to the Call Kurtis team to look into it.
Folsom woman says credit reporting agency refuses to remove debt belonging to someone else
A Folsom viewer said a credit reporting agency is refusing to remove a debt that isn't hers. She reached out to the Call Kurtis team for help.
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South Lake Tahoe voters consider controversial vacation homes tax in scenic area
Owners of vacation homes in Northern California's South Lake Tahoe could face a significant tax increase if voters in the mountain resort town approve a measure on Tuesday's ballot that pits affordable housing against private property rights.
California commercial Dungeness crab season delayed past Thanksgiving
Dungeness crab from the California coast won't be on the menu for yet another Thanksgiving, after state wildlife officials announced a delay to the commercial crab fishing season.
Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement
Two more members of the Los Angeles Times editorial board have resigned after the newspaper's owner blocked its plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
From Modesto to the world, here's 5.11 Tactical's rise from local favorite to global brand
What began as a small Central Valley company has made an impressive leap to the global stage.
Tech giant Intel to lay off hundreds more from Folsom campus
Silicon Valley's Intel announced it will begin a new round of layoffs from its Folsom campus in November.
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Sacramento needs new animal shelter as Front Street is too outdated, study finds
Sacramento's Front Street Animal Shelter is seeing a double-digit drop in animal adoption rates. Now, a new report shows that the facility's small size is partially to blame.
Dog missing for 11 days after Woodland crash reunites with owner
A nearly two-week-long search effort in Yolo County has resulted in a heartwarming reunion between a man and his best friend.
Woodland community rallies to help find dog missing for 10 days after owner injured in crash
Akemi, a brown and white female pit bull wearing a black collar, went missing after a crash on September 27 in Woodland.
Here's a lost cat's miraculous journey home from Yellowstone to California
A cat traveled hundreds of miles back to California to reunite with its family after getting lost on a trip in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.
Sacramento pet owners seek answers after multiple dogs get sick after walks in park
Over a dozen dog owners are claiming their pets got sick after taking a walk in Frank Seymour Park in Sacramento at the beginning of August.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Dozens of people with disabilities set sail for first time at Sacramento Deep Water Channel
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.
School nutrition program to get kids excited about healthy eating sees success in Yuba City
A nutrition program to get kids excited about healthy eating in Yuba City is seeing success and now the farm-to-school program will be growing not just food but in size and opportunity.
Stockton's Team Elevate program earns national ranking as athletes get college recognition
Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.
Customers celebrate grand reopening of Sacramento's decades old Sammy's Restaurant
More than one hundred customers came out to celebrate the grand reopening of a restaurant that's been around for seven decades.
Sacramento State program eases the stress for students who spent time in foster care
Pursuing higher education can be challenging for any college-bound student and for former foster youth, doing it alone can seem impossible.