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• Sacramento children, mom hospitalized after assault

  01-09-2017 23:58
  
  Two children and their mother were hospitalized Friday morning after they were assaulted during a domestic violence incident in Sacramento, police said.
  
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• Weekend Heat

  01-09-2017 23:56
  
  When the heat will begin to ease
  
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• Around the Region (09/02/17)

  01-09-2017 23:54
  MODESTO What: Cruising for a Cause When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: American Tire Depot, 3120 McHenry Ave. Info: Boy Scouts of America Cub Pack #14 invites the … Click to Continue »
  
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• Police: Jogger attacked near East Sacramento's McKinley Park

  01-09-2017 23:26
  
  A woman jogging near East Sacramento's McKinley Park was attacked by a man riding his bicycle, police said.
  
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• Veteran chains himself to his house in protest to city project

  01-09-2017 23:24
  
  “This house was built 155 years ago.”
  
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• ​Behold the beard of bees​ - Man allows bees to hang out on his face

  01-09-2017 23:02
  
  A man decided to allow several live bees hang out on his face.
  
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• Judge throws out most serious charges against Penn State frat members in Tim Piazza's death

  01-09-2017 22:47
  
  Doctors said 19-year-old Tim Piazza consumed a toxic level of alcohol. Security camera footage from the Beta Theta Pi house showed him falling several times after pledges were run through a drinking gauntlet.
  
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• National Weather Service warns of fake forecast flitting around social media

  01-09-2017 22:35
  
  Don't believe everything you read about Irma.
  
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• Smoke seen pouring from Russian consulate in San Francisco

  01-09-2017 22:29
  
  Acrid, black smoke was seen pouring from a chimney Friday at the Russian consulate in San Francisco, a day after the Trump administration ordered its closure amid escalating tensions between the United States and Russia.
  
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• Talk about cleaning up! How a Modesto charity could turn $5,000 into $10,000

  01-09-2017 22:11
  The builders of the second Cleansing Hope Shower Shuttle have an opportunity to turn $5,000 into $10,000. A supporter who wishes to remain anonymous has committed to matching, dollar for … Click to Continue »
  
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• Serena Williams gives birth to baby girl

  01-09-2017 22:03
  
  Tennis star Serena Williams is a mom.
  
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• The Latest: Trump to announce decision on immigrant children

  01-09-2017 21:53
  Rep. Jeff Denham, R-Turlock, right, speaks in support of allowing residency for some of the young people who immigrated illegally to the United States with their parents in Modesto, Calif., on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017. At left is Tomas Evangelista, who crossed the border from Mexico as a child and qualified under an Obama-era executive order that Denham would like to extend through an act of Congress.
  
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• Neighbors chase down hit-and-run driver

  01-09-2017 21:49
  
  When a 17-year-old driver tried to run from the scene of an accident, bystanders didn’t let him get away.
  
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• Bus driver remains calm when 5th grader head butts him

  01-09-2017 21:49
  
  Video shows an altercation between an aggravated student and a bus driver. Officials say the driver did everything right.
  
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• Player safety is goal of new tackling rings

  01-09-2017 21:48
  
  Youth football coaches say fewer kids are joining their team due to concussion concerns. Tackling rings are designed to ease some of that concern.
  
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• El Vista School on lockdown as Modesto police seek burglar

  01-09-2017 21:33
  El Vista Elementary School, southeast of El Vista and Encina avenues, is on lockdown as Modesto police search for a possibly armed burglary suspect. About noon, dispatchers received a call … Click to Continue »
  
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• El Vista School locked down as Modesto police seek burglar

  01-09-2017 21:33
  El Vista Elementary School, southeast of El Vista and Encina avenues, was on lockdown Friday as Modesto police search for a possibly armed burglary suspect. About noon, dispatchers received a … Click to Continue »
  
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• Ohio men on jet skis make rescues in Houston

  01-09-2017 21:14
  
  Two men from Cincinnati went to Texas with jet skis because they couldn't stand to sit and not help.
  
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• Vermont brewery offers hemp-infused beer

  01-09-2017 21:07
  
  A Vermont brewery is offering a beer mixed with an unconventional ingredient: hemp-infused honey.
  
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• Sierra National Forest officials urge safety over Labor Day weekend

  01-09-2017 21:07
  With the Labor Day Weekend upon us, a visit to the Sierra National Forest will be celebrated by visitors for a final weekend of summer recreation. Activities such as camping, … Click to Continue »
  
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• Harvey aid package likely vehicle for debt ceiling increase

  01-09-2017 20:51
  
  Congress must act by Sept. 29 to increase the country's $19.9 trillion debt limit.
  
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• Shark spotted near man who swam 4,000 feet into ocean to elude police

  01-09-2017 20:28
  
  A man swam about 4,000 feet into the ocean while attempting to flee from police, but ended up with more than just police chasing him.
  
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• Trump to visit Texas again, Louisiana Saturday following storms

  01-09-2017 20:07
  
  President Donald Trump will visit Texas again and head to Louisiana this weekend as people recover from widespread flooding and damage.
  
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• Suffering dog found in Modesto was likely used as bait dog

  01-09-2017 19:38
  
  A 2-year-old dog who was used in a dog-fighting ring was found near death in Modesto and is being rehabbed back to health.
  
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• Men allegedly rob pub full of police officers attending party

  01-09-2017 19:32
  
  Two men who police said robbed a pub may not have expected it to be full of police officers.
  
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• Gracie Gold is taking time off from figure skating to seek professional help

  01-09-2017 19:20
  
  “This time will help me become a stronger person, which I believe will be reflected in my skating performances as well.”
  
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• Officer recorded saying 'We only kill black people' to retire

  01-09-2017 18:41
  
  The 27-year veteran's comment from a "sarcastic standpoint" could have led to his firing.
  
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• Couple featured on HGTV dies in a Georgia plane crash, leaving behind five kids

  01-09-2017 18:32
  
  This is so heartbreaking.
  
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• 5 events you should attend this weekend in Sacramento Sept. 1-3, 2017

  01-09-2017 18:28
  
  Every weekend, Sacramento is full of fun, exciting and tasty events all across the region. See which events you should attend this weekend, as picked by Sacramento365.
  
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• Mayor of a town called Hell bans straight people, is impeached

  01-09-2017 18:23
  
  A popular YouTube personality became mayor of a town called Hell, banned straight people and was subsequently removed as mayor, all in a matter of hours.
  
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• Labor Day post-Harvey: Gas prices rise; 16M expected to fly

  01-09-2017 18:15
  
  The deadly tropical storm could also bring issues for fliers during the holiday weekend and continue to bring higher gas prices throughout parts of the country.
  
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• Farm to Fork: Paragary’s

  01-09-2017 17:58
  
  Farm to Fork: Paragary’s
  
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• Giant crane to lift 80,000 pound bridge along Johnny Cash Trail

  01-09-2017 17:56
  
  Giant crane to lift 80,000 pound bridge along Johnny Cash Trail
  
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• 9 kids products that pose some serious hidden dangers

  01-09-2017 17:51
  
  These seemingly innocent items aren't as safe as you think.
  
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• Folsom's Johnny Cash Trail promises beautiful views for runners, bikers

  01-09-2017 17:39
  
  A rarely seen stretch of green space in Folsom will soon be open for all to enjoy along the newly constructed Johnny Cash Trail.
  
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• A nearly 3-mile-wide asteroid makes a (relatively) close call with Earth

  01-09-2017 17:39
  
  On a galactic scale, this was a close encounter.
  
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• Here are the best Labor Day weekend deals to shop

  01-09-2017 17:38
  
  Upgrade some late-summer essentials, like grills and travel gear, with these Labor Day deals!
  
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• Irma weakens but expected to grow stronger on westward path

  01-09-2017 17:35
  
  Models remain uncertain on where the storm will go after reaching the Caribbean.
  
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• A stunning display of wildflowers just bloomed in one of the driest places on earth

  01-09-2017 17:30
  
  An "intense and unexpected rain" transformed Chile's Atacama Desert.
  
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• Science says sleeping in a cold room is better for your health

  01-09-2017 17:22
  
  Bring on the blankets!
  
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• Strangers help save sick baby during Hurricane Harvey

  01-09-2017 17:15
  
  A family living in Texas says social media and complete strangers helped save the life of their 3-month-old son.
  
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• NorCal residents asked to conserve energy during heat wave

  01-09-2017 17:01
  
  Residents up and down California are being asked to conserve energy Friday as temperatures will reach well over 100 degrees for many areas in and around Sacramento.
  
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• You won't bee-lieve this maternity photoshoot is for real

  01-09-2017 16:57
  
  What do you think of the beekeeper's maternity photos?
  
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• Business News: Apple's iPhone 8 event is confirmed for September 12

  01-09-2017 16:51
  
  Business News: Apple's iPhone 8 event is confirmed for September 12
  
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• Grieving dad's list of 10 things he's learned since losing his son will reduce you to a puddle of tears

  01-09-2017 16:49
  
  After the death of his 3-year-old son, this dad has an important message for all parents.
  
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• 16-year-old dead, driver arrested in crash on Stanislaus’ West Side

  01-09-2017 16:32
  A 16-year-old boy is dead and a Modesto man faces a charge of vehicular manslaughter after a crash in rural Stanislaus County south of Vernalis at about 5:40 a.m. Friday, … Click to Continue »
  
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• 1 killed, 6 injured in crash on Stanislaus County’s West Side, CHP reports

  01-09-2017 16:32
  One person was killed and six others were injured in a vehicle crash south of Vernalis at about 5:40 a.m. Friday, according to the California Highway Patrol. The collision involved … Click to Continue »
  
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• Consumer Reports: driving with pets

  01-09-2017 14:55
  
  Consumer Reports: driving with pets
  
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• Before and after Harvey: Satellite photos show the extreme damage

  01-09-2017 14:31
  
  The floodwaters drastically changed the Houston area.
  
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• Possible record heat and poor air quality

  01-09-2017 14:10
  
  KCRA 3 Weather meteorologist Dirk Verdoorn tracks the extent of the heat and how long the smoke will linger.
  
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