California News
- 1 winner of Mega Millions $1B prize; 3rd largest ever in USby AP on January 23, 2021 at 7:30 AM
One winning ticket was sold in Michigan for the $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot, making it the third-largest lottery prize in U.S. history.
- COVID-19 cases are down in SF, but doctors fear new variant could cause surge any dayby Luz Pena on January 23, 2021 at 7:21 AM
A Stanford doctor tells us in some countries, "these variants are associated with a dramatic surge," and that the concern is the same could happen in San Francisco.
- ‘His Journey So Far Has Been Rocky’: Roseville Toddler Enters Rock Your Scar Contestby Sacramento Local News From CBS 13 And KOVR – CBS Sacramento on January 23, 2021 at 7:14 AM
Behind every scar, there's a story. A little boy in Roseville is sharing his story with the nation. At only 2-years-old, Leo Woo has pulled through two open-heart surgeries.
- ‘A Big Wake-Up Call’: Dozens Of Sacramento County Homeowners Raise Homes To Help Fight Floodingby Sacramento Local News From CBS 13 And KOVR – CBS Sacramento on January 23, 2021 at 7:12 AM
Dozens of Sacramento County homeowners are getting new views in an effort to help fight flooding.
- ‘Tip Or Go Home’: Graffiti Warfare in Sacramento Supports Restaurant Workersby Sacramento Local News From CBS 13 And KOVR – CBS Sacramento on January 23, 2021 at 6:46 AM
Midtown Sacramento restaurant workers are seeing graffiti signs with messages that read “Tip 100% or go home” – a sentiment most workers agree with as the pandemic continues to impact the industry.
- Murder Charges Filed Against Suspected Gunman In Deadly Modesto Shooting Day After Christmasby Sacramento Local News From CBS 13 And KOVR – CBS Sacramento on January 23, 2021 at 6:04 AM
Murder charges were filed Friday against the man accused of fatally shooting 14-year-old Maria Juarez the day after Christmas, a spokesperson for the Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office announced.
- Forensic Neuropsychologists Warn ‘Downtown Prowler’s’ Actions Could Become Violentby Sacramento Local News From CBS 13 And KOVR – CBS Sacramento on January 23, 2021 at 5:19 AM
Multiple women have reported the same man lurking at night in their midtown neighborhood. The crimes are becoming increasingly more chilling.
- Woman, 66, Arrested After Man Fatally Shot In Rio Lindaby Sacramento Local News From CBS 13 And KOVR – CBS Sacramento on January 23, 2021 at 5:18 AM
A 66-year-old woman was arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of a man in Rio Linda on Thursday, the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department announced.
- Lawmakers voice anger after National Guard reportedly kicked out of Capitol, sent to parking garageon January 23, 2021 at 4:39 AM
"We honestly just feel betrayed," one guardsman said. "We were deemed useless and banished to a corner of a parking garage."
- 73-year-old California snorkeler bit by shark off coast of Maui beachby KABC on January 23, 2021 at 4:38 AM
A 73-year-old snorkeler from California was bitten by a shark estimated to be 8 feet long off the coast of Maui.
- Stanford researchers launch large-scale surveillance for COVID-19 variantsby Chris Nguyen on January 23, 2021 at 4:09 AM
The coronavirus is changing much faster than scientists had expected, which could ultimately make it much harder to contain. But at Stanford University, a new effort is underway to help track these tricky variants in our community, which are already spreading in other parts of the world.
- 'Connect with one another': Stanford medical professionals moonlight as performers amid COVID-19 pandemicby Dion Lim on January 23, 2021 at 3:29 AM
The COVID-19 pandemic has put enormous stress on health care workers around the Bay Area. But at Stanford, doctors, nurse and others have found a way to keep their spirits strong with music and what has become a schedule of regular performances.
- 'More power to him': Suisun City restaurant remains open, could face charges for defying state ordersby Wayne Freedman on January 23, 2021 at 3:19 AM
Restaurant regulars are defending the owner's decision, one saying, "If you are that afraid of COVID-19, go home."
- Teen baker in San Jose raises thousands with macaron sales to donate to local nonprofitby Dustin Dorsey on January 23, 2021 at 3:14 AM
"I really just wanted to use it and help other people." Shrobana Sengupta is using her talents of baking and passion to give back. She raised nearly $6,000 through macaron sales. Her goal is to raise $15,000 so she can donate 50 computers to 50 families in need. Here's how you can help:
- California man records call with Bank of America as he learns bank closed his account without noticeby Michael Finney on January 23, 2021 at 3:01 AM
A Southern California man shares an audio recording of his frustrating call with Bank of America.