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UC Davis study shows people's personalities could help prevent Alzheimer's
Is the glass half empty or half full? The way you answer the question could reveal your odds of getting Alzheimer's disease.
California Gov. Newsom to face off against Gov. DeSantis in nationally televised debate
California Governor Gavin Newsom will be taking center stage in the national spotlight once again when he takes on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in a made-for-TV debate.
Sacramento County will get first "blue zones" in state in effort to increase life expectancy
There's a new effort to try and make Sacramento County a longer-living community. California has awarded the county a $1.7-million grant to create the first "blue zones" in the state.
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Dutch Flat community in race against time to repair roof on historic community center
A Placer County community hopes to rally support to repair a landmark community center, with the help of their neighbors close and far.
City eyes changes to make downtown Sacramento more fun, inviting
What would you change about downtown Sacramento? City leaders are asking themselves that exact question, diving into a new 34-page report that unpacks how to make our social scene more successful.
How Northern California ski resorts keep up with a changing climate
Unpredictable winters force California ski resorts to make adjustments to keep up with warming seasons and lack of snow.
UC Davis study shows people's personalities could help prevent Alzheimer's
Is the glass half empty or half full? The way you answer the question could reveal your odds of getting Alzheimer's disease.
California Gov. Newsom to face off against Gov. DeSantis in nationally televised debate
California Governor Gavin Newsom will be taking center stage in the national spotlight once again when he takes on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in a made-for-TV debate.
Kings fall to Clippers 131-117 despite big game from Fox
Kawhi Leonard had 34 points and seven assists, James Harden scored 26 and the Los Angeles Clippers overcame a big game by De'Aaron Fox to beat the Sacramento Kings 131-117 on Wednesday night.
3 killed in Jerusalem after Israel and Hamas agree to extend Gaza truce
Hamas has freed about 100 hostages since the temporary cease-fire took effect and, despite ongoing violence outside Gaza, the truce was extended for at least 1 more day.
East Bay water company's efforts lead to Chinook salmon spawning in record numbers
In one small Central Valley river, endangered salmon are spawning in record numbers thanks to the efforts of an East Bay water company.
Google Maps mistake leaves dozens of families stranded in the desert
When you put an address into Google Maps, you trust that it will give you the fastest route. However, for one LA family it redirected them to the middle of nowhere.
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How Northern California ski resorts are keeping up with a changing climate
Unpredictable winters force California ski resorts to make adjustments to keep up with our warming seasons and lack of snow.
UC Davis study shows people's personalities could help prevent dementia
Is the glass half empty or half full? The way you answer the question could reveal your odds of getting Alzheimer's disease.
Newsom to face off against DeSantis in nationally televised debate
California Governor Gavin Newsom will be taking center stage in the national spotlight once again when he takes on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in a made-for-TV debate.
City leaders wrap up new report on how to make Sacramento social scene more successful
A new 34-page review on Sacramento's social score found what city leaders need to focus on to further build up downtown and midtown.
Supervisors break ground on new San Joaquin County morgue facility
Construction is now underway for a new medical examiner and morgue facility at the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office complex in French Camp.
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Mars' landscape captured in newly released images
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
"First light": NASA receives laser-beamed message from 10 million miles away
An innovative experiment flying aboard NASA's Psyche mission just hit its first major milestone by successfully carrying out the most distant demonstration of laser communications.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship rocket but test flight falls short
Seven months after a catastrophic failure, SpaceX launched its Super Heavy-Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built, but once again ran into problems.
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Kings fall to Clippers 131-117 despite big game from Fox
Kawhi Leonard had 34 points and seven assists, James Harden scored 26 and the Los Angeles Clippers overcame a big game by De'Aaron Fox to beat the Sacramento Kings 131-117 on Wednesday night.
Aaron Rodgers returns to practice just 11 weeks after tearing Achilles
At the end of the 21-day practice window, New York will decide whether to activate the soon-to-be 40-year-old.
Kings advance to knockout stage with 124-123 win over Warriors
The Sacramento Kings advanced to the knockout stage of the NBA's Inaugural In-Season Tournament with a come-from-behind 124-123 win over their Northern California rival Golden State Warriors at the Golden 1 Center on Tuesday night.
Report: Mark Cuban selling majority stake of Dallas Mavericks
Mark Cuban is reportedly selling a majority stake to Miriam Adelson and the Adelson family at a valuation of $3.5 billion.
UC Davis football head coach Dan Hawkins stepping down from position
The head coach of the UC Davis football team is stepping down from his position, the school announced on Tuesday.
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California Gov. Newsom to face off against Gov. DeSantis in nationally televised debate
California Governor Gavin Newsom will be taking center stage in the national spotlight once again when he takes on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in a made-for-TV debate.
Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Rosalynn Carter remembered as an advocate for Sacramento mental health services
The legacy of Rosalynn Carter is being celebrated by the Sacramento Children's Home. Director of Philanthropy Todd Koolakian reflected on a campaign stop made by the former first lady visiting the facility while advocating for federal funds to invest in improving mental health treatment.
House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Rosalynn Carter honored in service attended by Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
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Call Kurtis: Buy-1-get-1-free phone deal cost viewer
In the case of the free phone that cost $369, Karen Rickman of Portola bought a buy-one, get-one free cell phone.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Expensive baby monitor switches to subscription model, parents are ticked
First-time dad Geoff Mayfield spared no expense in buying the top-rated Miku Pro smart baby monitor. It uses sensors to track his son's real-time breathing and sleeping patterns. Now, a switch to a subscription model is causing frustration.
Call Kurtis: Elderly mom's caregiver keeps no-showing, experts expect problem to get worse
A Stockton viewer's elderly mother is in a wheelchair and requires in-home care. She says the company she hired to drop in on her mom reports scheduling and staffing issues with a high rate of callouts.
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3 killed in Jerusalem after Israel and Hamas agree to extend Gaza truce
Hamas has freed about 100 hostages since the temporary cease-fire took effect and, despite ongoing violence outside Gaza, the truce was extended for at least 1 more day.
Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Wolverines listed as threatened species under Endangered Species Act
Officials said climate change has threatened the species and reduced their numbers. Less than 300 wolverines are estimated to live in the contiguous U.S., according to the National Wildlife Federation.
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
EVs are less reliable than conventional vehicles, Consumer Reports says
Electric vehicles are experiencing the "growing pains" of new technology, one expert said.
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Taylor Swift was Spotify's most-streamed artist in 2023
Taylor Swift was the most-streamed artist globally in 2023, according to Spotify Wrapped. Here's how you can find who you spent the most time with this year.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Tiffany Haddish arrested on suspicion of DUI in Beverly Hills
Actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish was arrested Friday in Beverly Hills on suspicion of driving while impaired, authorities said.
Melissa Barrera speaks out after "Scream VII" departure: "Silence is not an option"
The actress has been one of the recent stars of the slasher franchise and was expected to be in the next installment. But that is no longer the case following previous social media posts she made about the war between Israel and Hamas that the studio behind the the film characterized as antisemitic.
New sexual assault claim filed against hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs
A claim filed Wednesday alleges Combs drugged and sexually assaulted a woman in 1991.
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UC Davis study shows people's personalities could help prevent Alzheimer's
Is the glass half empty or half full? The way you answer the question could reveal your odds of getting Alzheimer's disease.
This company says it has the secret to longer life for larger dogs
FDA finds reasonable expectation of effectiveness for drug designed to keep bigger breeds around longer, biotech firm says.
Study: Walking could lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, and your speed may affect how much
When it comes to walking and type 2 diabetes risk, it's not just how much you do it that helps — it's also how fast you move, a new study has found.
Sacramento County will get first "blue zones" in state in effort to increase life expectancy
There's a new effort to try and make Sacramento County a longer-living community. California has awarded the county a $1.7-million grant to create the first "blue zones" in the state.
Surge in respiratory illnesses among children in China swamping hospitals
Health experts say there is no immediate cause for international concern regarding the surge in respiratory illnesses, which include pneumonia.
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Black Friday brings out crowds of shoppers to Roseville stores
More than 180 million people are expected to shop for Black Friday deals, and many of them were out early across our area waiting for the doors to open.
Northern California bakery remains a Thanksgiving staple
Folks are gearing up to set the Thanksgiving table, but no feast is complete without dessert. One Yuba City bakery's decades-old recipes stand the test of time.
Modesto A&W to close Wednesday for good after decades of business
A Modesto landmark of more than 65 years is set to close its doors Wednesday as a result of an American Disabilities Act lawsuit filed last month.
Call Kurtis Investigates: Expensive baby monitor switches to subscription model, parents are ticked
First-time dad Geoff Mayfield spared no expense in buying the top-rated Miku Pro smart baby monitor. It uses sensors to track his son's real-time breathing and sleeping patterns. Now, a switch to a subscription model is causing frustration.
Cantaloupes recalled from several states, including California, following salmonella infections
The CDC says whole and pre-cut cantaloupes have caused dozens of cases of salmonella infection, including 17 hospitalizations, in 15 states, including California, and in Canada.
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Business owners say rent increases are forcing them out of Northern California town
Business owners in one Northern California city are sounding the alarm after rent increases in their buildings. Tenants on Main Street in the Amador County town of Jackson are asking why the increases are happening now and what lies ahead.
Thousands crowd Elk Grove streets for 36th annual Dickens Street Fair
It wasn't just the hot deals that brought shoppers out, an annual event brought thousands to the streets of Elk Grove.
7th annual Shop Black Friday brings locally owned Black businesses to the forefront
An alternative to the traditional holiday shopping frenzy – the 7th annual Shop Black Friday event focused on Black businesses – brought shoppers and vendors together for Small Business Saturday.
Black Friday brings out crowds of shoppers to Roseville stores
More than 180 million people are expected to shop for Black Friday deals, and many of them were out early across our area waiting for the doors to open.
Oakland's "Blackout Market" promotes local Black-owned businesses
Small business owners are coming together in Oakland Friday and Saturday to create a marketplace on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year to support local entrepreneurs in the Black community.
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UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine weighs in on mystery dog disease
A local veterinarian and UC Davis professor is telling pet owners not to panic after more cases of a mystery respiratory illness impacting dogs were detected across the United States.
Dangerous dog heist: Sacramento couple held at gunpoint for ransom while trying to fetch stolen French Bulldog
Would you take a bullet for your dog? One Sacramento family was prepared to do just that when their adult French bulldog named "Papa" was stolen right out of their Del Paso Heights front yard.
Pet cancer can be devastating. Here's what experts say to watch out for
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month and it is a topic that can be devastating for families. Multiple experts spoke on what to watch out for to maximize your time with your furry friend.
Scientists unravel mystery of elephants dropping dead
Thirty-five African elephants in northwestern Zimbabwe dropped dead under baffling circumstances between late August and November 2020.
Avian flu confirmed among 3 dead geese in Sacramento's William Land Park
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reported Tuesday that three birds that were previously found dead around the ponds in Sacramento's William Land Park in October have tested positive for the avian flu.
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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.
California to meet 100% of water requests thanks to storms
Regulators say California will provide 100% of the water requested by cities and farms for the first time in years thanks to winter storms that filled reservoirs and runoff from a record snowpack.
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California mother travels to South Carolina to serve Thanksgiving meals to troops
A Rio Linda mother is making waves by ensuring that Thanksgiving is a special occasion for new cadets in South Carolina.
DNA confirms Sacramento father-daughter connection ahead of first Thanksgiving together
It's a Thanksgiving first for a Sacramento man and his newly-found daughter. They are celebrating this year's holiday together after a DNA match confirmed their connection.
"Probably the most exciting night": Tree lighting ceremony kicks off Theatre of Lights in Old Sacramento
Old Sacramento will be packed with people on Wednesday night for the Theatre of Lights. It's a big milestone for the event that's marking its 15th anniversary.
Teen nonprofit CEO more than doubles reach of hygiene kit program for NorCal homeless students
A local teenager and nonprofit CEO is on a mission to make a difference for area high school and middle school students experiencing homelessness.
Nevada County man honored for helping CHP officer headed to call change a flat tire
The CHP honored a Nevada County man who recently stopped to help an officer along the highway.