Victims of ‘targeted attack’ at New Jersey house party identified; arrest made

One arrest has been made in connection with this mass shooting, and officials say more arrests are expected. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service

Pacific Symphony to stream free concert Tuesday to mark anniversary of George Floyd’s death

COSTA MESA — The Pacific Symphony will stream a free concert Tuesday in tribute to George Floyd, marking the one-year anniversary of his death at the hands of Minneapolis police. The Pacific Symphony, in partnership with the Fresno Philharmonic, Monterey Symphony and the San Jose Chamber Orchestra, commissioned Emmy Award-winning composer John Christopher Wineglass to…

Sacramento Leaders To Vote On Fines For Illegal Fireworks

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — The City of Sacramento is considering a new ordinance to crack down on illegal fireworks. On Tuesday, a committee will review the new plan to fine property owners where illegal fireworks are being used. The fines would also be issued for usage on streets and sidewalks in front of people’s homes –…

55 Boise State classes were suspended because of alleged racial bullying. An investigation found no evidence.

After 55 classes at Boise State University were suspended because of a report that a White student had been the subject of racial bullying, an investigation found no evidence of such an incident. The report released last week by the Boise law firm Hawley Troxell was commissioned by the university after a community member —…

Attendant Allegedly Attacked By Passenger On Southwest Flight From Sacramento

SACRAMENTO (AP/CBS13) – A Southwest Airlines flight attendant was assaulted by a passenger and lost two teeth in the attack last weekend, according to a union president, who complained to the airline’s CEO about unruly passengers. “Unfortunately, this is just one of many occurrences,” said the union president, Lyn Montgomery. She said there were 477…

Hotline series: What Amazon’s exclusive deal with the NFL says about its plans for college football

Two months ago, the NFL announced a new media rights agreement with multiple networks and distributors that carried a reported price tag of more than $100 billion over 10 years. Within the massive deal, the smallest piece generated the most attention: Amazon had acquired the exclusive rights to the Thursday Night Football package for $1…

Lowe’s hardware site in San Jose is bought by busy developer

SAN JOSE — A busy real estate firm involved in several wide-ranging redevelopment projects in the Bay Area has bought a big retail site in San Jose that’s anchored by a Lowe’s Home Improvement store. Orton Development, a company with some high-profile real estate projects in its portfolio, has paid $41.75 million for a Lowe’s-anchored…

Citrus Heights Crash Clips Fiber Optic Line, Causing Large Internet Outage

CITRUS HEIGHTS (CBS13) — Work is still underway to restore internet service after a car crash early Monday afternoon in Citrus Heights caused a large outage. Exactly what led up to the crash is unclear, but police said a truck traveling with heavy machinery clipped some power lines along Antelope Road between Interstate 80 and…

Moderna says its Covid-19 vaccine is safe and appears effective in adolescents

By John Bonifield and Lauren Mascarenhas | CNN Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine is safe and appears to be effective in adolescents, the company said Tuesday. In a Phase 2/3 trial of 3,732 children ages 12 to 17 in the United States, blood tests showed that the vaccine produced an immune response that was equivalent to earlier…

$1.73 billion West Gates building, ‘crown jewel’ of LAX modernization, officially opens

The $1.73 billion West Gates building at LAX, which is adjacent to the Tom Bradley International Terminal and capable of serving up to 15 aircraft — both international and domestic — had its official grand opening on Monday, May 24, with a host of local dignitaries in attendance. The 750,000 square-foot complex is part of…

Governor Newsom Announces $2 Billion Proposal For Wildfire Preparedness

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – California is increasing its wildfire preparedness. Governor Newsom is proposing a record-breaking $2 billion investment on new equipment, firefighters, and other safety needs. Newsom arrived at McClellan Airtanker Base in Calfire’s newest firefighting aircraft, one of several coming to Calfirehat Chief Thom Porter says are much more effective. “So about three times…

Sales Of Cosmetics, Teeth Whiteners Up As Masks Come Off

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – The masks are coming off, and for many, that means it’s time to “face” a familiar goal: Looking our best. For months, it’s been pajamas in front of Zoom or face coverings where your smile was rarely seen. But all of that is about to change. The proof is in what we’re…

Houseboats Removed From Lake Oroville Due To Low Water Levels

LAKE OROVILLE (CBS13) — Lake levels are dropping to new lows, just as the boating season is kicking off. Houseboats are being hauled out by the dozen as drought conditions are forcing big boat owners on Lake Oroville out of the water. Houseboat owners told CBS13 they got letters saying their boats would be removed…

Half of LA County residents 16 and older are now fully vaccinated

Los Angeles County has reached the milestone of fully vaccinating half of its population aged 16 and over against COVID-19, the public health director announced on Monday, May 24, but lagging rates among those aged 30 to 49 have made them the most likely to wind up hospitalized with COVID-19 infections. According to figures released…

‘They’re Exhausted’: Sacramento Police Association Says Millions More Needed To Add Officers, Keep Community Safe

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – The Sacramento Police Officers Association, or SPOA, is calling on city leaders for help, saying overtime is through the roof and crime is out of control. They’re talking about needing millions of dollars more a year in order to get enough officers on the streets. The way things are now, SPOA president…

How local ‘influencers’ are encouraging vaccinations across hard-to-reach areas of SJ

A group of about 30 Instagram users, considered to be local influencers, are now using their platforms to help others overcome vaccine hesitancy. Organizers behind the movement say it appears to be working. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service

Santa Clara: Police involved in standoff with person

SANTA CLARA – Officers remained in a standoff with a person in Santa Clara late Monday. The incident began around 3:35 p.m., when officers tried to arrest the person on the 1400 block of Agnew Road, the Santa Clara Police Department said in a news release. Police did not say why they wanted to arrest…

Shooting, Chase, And Crash Leaves Woodland Neighbors On Edge

WOODLAND (CBS13) – A wild shooting in Woodland forced people in several neighborhoods to take cover. What started as a drive-by shooting into a home, turned into a car chase, car-to-car shooting, and crash before cops tracked down three suspects —including a 14-year-old boy. Eighteen-year-old Alyssa Rocha was in her driveway with her little cousin,…

Ex-White House counsel Don McGahn agrees to testify

By Jeremy Herb and Katelyn Polantz | CNN Former Trump White House Counsel Don McGahn has agreed to testify before the House Judiciary Committee after House Democrats and the Justice Department struck a deal paving the way for his closed-door testimony, which is likely to occur next week, according to two sources familiar with the…

Permanent outdoor dining parklets in SF? Why not everyone is on board

Now that restaurants can allow diners inside, some are arguing that the extension into the parking lots is no longer necessary, and can even hurt businesses, as customers have nowhere to park. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service

A’s bats go cold against struggling Seattle Mariners

The Seattle Mariners came to the Coliseum riding a six-game losing streak, but the Oakland A’s couldn’t capitalize. The Mariners capitalized just enough on a few mistakes to pull out a win. The A’s couldn’t generate much offense against starter Yusei Kikuchi in a 4-2 loss on Monday night. The left-handed starter held the A’s…

1 arrested after fatal mass shooting in New Jersey; names released of victims killed

The shooting was a “targeted attack” the NJ attorney general said. More arrests are expected. Top Featured Tags: – California News Press Release Distribution Service

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