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• She died helping others in WWII. Newman exhibit among several area veterans events

  08-11-2017 23:55
  One of the most celebrated women to serve in the American forces during World War II is being honored in a two-day-only exhibit at the Newman Museum this Veterans Day … Click to Continue »
  
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• Rain Moving In To Northern California

  08-11-2017 23:28
  
  When we'll be seeing rain and how much will fall
  
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• Behind the walls: 11 things you don't know about Folsom Prison

  08-11-2017 23:22
  
  Prisons are often a source of mystery and curiosity, whether it's the Bay Area's old Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary or the infamous San Quentin State Prison. However, many don't realize how much history one Sacramento-area state prison holds behind its granite walls. Let's take a glimpse inside the decades of storied history of Folsom State Prison.
  
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• Woman caught on video stealing from Uber driver's tip jar

  08-11-2017 23:20
  
  A New York City Uber rider was caught on camera stealing from the driver's tip jar and dashing out of the car.
  
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• Here's how to be part of a wall tile display at popular Oakdale park

  08-11-2017 23:14
  Residents are invited to make their mark on one of Oakdale's most popular parks this weekend by painting a wall tile that will be displayed there for years to come. … Click to Continue »
  
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• Local residents still have Obamacare options. But beware of change to Anthem plan.

  08-11-2017 23:07
  The Affordable Care Act survived a series of efforts this year to repeal the health care law signed by former President Barack Obama in 2010. As people consider their options … Click to Continue »
  
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• Studies show humans feel more empathy toward dogs than people

  08-11-2017 22:58
  
  Dogs Over People
  
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• Jerry Brown blasts climate change ‘denialists in the room’ at European Parliament

  08-11-2017 22:55
  Gov. Jerry Brown, arriving in Brussels after collegial events in Germany, sparred publicly with British politicians when confronted over his climate change record at the European Parliament on Wednesday. Steven … Click to Continue »
  
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• Steve Scalise takes on Congressman Sam Johnson in epic scooter race

  08-11-2017 22:35
  
  House Majority Whip Steve Scalise is making the most of having to use a scooter as he recovers from being shot during baseball practice with the GOP team.
  
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• Around the Region (11/09/17)

  08-11-2017 22:15
  MODESTO What: Veteran’s Pavilion Dedication When: Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Community Hospice Patient Service Center, 4368 Spyres Way Info: Community Hospice will dedicate engraved bricks and pavers … Click to Continue »
  
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• Colleges already interested in 4'6" basketball star

  08-11-2017 22:10
  
  This 9-year-old could probably beat you in basketball. Here’s the proof.
  
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• CBO: House GOP tax plan would add $1.7 trillion to deficit

  08-11-2017 22:01
  
  Budget hawks and many Republican senators have come out against any plan that would add to the deficit.
  
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• Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights closed due to crash

  08-11-2017 21:57
  
  A multi-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in Citrus Heights has closed both directions of Sunrise Boulevard, north of Greenback Lane, according to Citrus Heights police.
  
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• Why one rehab group says we should address internet use like alcoholism

  08-11-2017 21:52
  
  Binge-watching and endless scrolling may come with a greater cost.
  
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• 'Gorgeous' Obama has a short, fun jury duty stint

  08-11-2017 21:45
  
  The 44th president made a stir while doing his civic duty.
  
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• Soon you could unlock your phone with your clothes

  08-11-2017 21:27
  
  This new magnetic fabric could mean a new way to interact with your phone.
  
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• Constant Christmas songs are bad for your mental health

  08-11-2017 21:13
  
  "It might make us feel that we're trapped."
  
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• Mom fed up of tidying up after her kids reveals why she's stopped in powerful post

  08-11-2017 20:54
  
  All parents will relate to her important message about self-care.
  
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• The rain is back: See when NorCal will get showers

  08-11-2017 20:53
  
  After a decent amount of rain and snow hit Northern California over the weekend, the region will once again see a good soaking rain beginning Wednesday night, but not much fresh powder in the Sierra.
  
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• Jennifer Aniston returning to TV in new series

  08-11-2017 20:52
  
  The Emmy winning actress will reunite with her former on-screen sister Reese Witherspoon
  
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• Follow this method and clear fall leaves the easy way

  08-11-2017 20:48
  
  Who needs a rake when you have a net?
  
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• These types of storms expected this winter for parts of US

  08-11-2017 20:43
  
  Meteorologist Danielle Banks takes a look at some of the most extreme weather patterns to watch out for this winter.
  
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• Stunning time-lapse photos show haunting beauty of abandoned towns

  08-11-2017 20:42
  
  The beautifully-haunting images hope to raise awareness about a growing problem.
  
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• Bundle up and chill out: Record lows possible in Northeast by the weekend

  08-11-2017 20:41
  
  Folks on the East Coast should break out their winter coats.
  
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• Authorities release names of all 26 victims of Texas church shooting

  08-11-2017 19:19
  
  Texas officials have released the names of the 26 victims in Texas of Sunday’s church shooting.
  
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• Former MLB pitcher died in Vacaville-made airplane

  08-11-2017 19:09
  
  Vacaville-made plane crashes, kills former MLB All-Star pitcher
  
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• Red Cross: $6 million for Ebola fight stolen through fraud

  08-11-2017 19:08
  
  Investigators suggest that Red Cross staff and Sierra Leonean bank employees are behind the missing money.
  
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• Armed robberies related? Modesto police are investigating

  08-11-2017 19:03
  Police are looking into whether any of several recent armed robberies of Modesto businesses are related. In images posted on the Stanislaus Area Crime Stoppers' Facebook page, there's at least … Click to Continue »
  
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• Congressman walks out of moment of silence on House floor to protest guns

  08-11-2017 19:02
  
  A Democratic lawmaker walked out of a moment of silence for the Texas shooting victims on Monday night to protest a lack of action on gun safety after mass shootings in the United States.
  
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• United Airlines' flight attendant with bad feet sues over right to wear clogs

  08-11-2017 18:55
  
  A flight attendant sued United Airlines for allegedly violating federal disability laws after she was instructed to stop wearing clogs.
  
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• Balls of meat filled with fish hooks found at Florida dog park

  08-11-2017 18:50
  
  Horrifying.
  
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• Mother died trying to shield her children during Texas church massacre

  08-11-2017 18:42
  
  Joann Ward loved children, but none more than her four kids: Rihanna, Emily, Brooke and Ryland. She died shielding them from gunfire.
  
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• Recap: 'This Is Us' is getting more stressful by the week

  08-11-2017 18:30
  
  There were some huge hints this episode. Warning: spoilers ahead.
  
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• Judge issues gag order in Manafort case

  08-11-2017 18:23
  
  The federal judge overseeing the case against former Donald Trump campaign aides Paul Manafort and Rick Gates has issued a gag order in the case.
  
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• Olivia Newton-John's ex found in a Mexican village after going missing 12 years ago

  08-11-2017 17:55
  
  The cameraman was accused of faking his own death.
  
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• Musical marathon at Rio Americano High School

  08-11-2017 17:54
  
  Musical marathon at Rio Americano High School
  
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• Police investigating suspicious death in east Modesto

  08-11-2017 17:29
  Police are investigating a man's shooting death outside a residence in east Modesto. Early Wednesday, police and medical responders were dispatched to shots fired at the Fara Estates condominiums on … Click to Continue »
  
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• Video raises new questions in bizarre case of missing ‘super-mom’

  08-11-2017 17:27
  New video has reignited interest in the bizarre, year-old disappearance of Northern California mother Sherri Papini. The Shasta County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday released surveillance video from a Yolo County … Click to Continue »
  
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• Arena flip: Time lapse shows Golden 1 Center going from hardwood to dirt floor for Monster Jam

  08-11-2017 16:42
  With the Monster Jam series coming to the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento in January, we wanted to show how that will happen after the Sacramento Kings finish their games. In this video from January 2017, the hardwood goes out and a load of 1,400 tons of dirt is brought in for Monster Jam Triple Threat Series. … Click to Continue »
  
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• Couple turns chicken coop into UFO

  08-11-2017 16:26
  
  This is one chicken coop that is truly out of this world!
  
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• Casket maker provides free coffins for Texas shooting victims

  08-11-2017 16:25
  
  "I want to make sure that we celebrate the lives of the people who were there."
  
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• CA NAACP wants 'Star-Spangled Banner' removed as national anthem

  08-11-2017 16:17
  
  The California NAACP wants to introduce a resolution to state lawmakers that proposes removing “The Star-Spangled Banner” as the national anthem.
  
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• This $700 Moschino dress is basically just a bag of dry cleaning

  08-11-2017 16:16
  
  I wish I was joking, people.
  
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• Stanislaus County Deputy Involved in Two Shootings in 3-Month Period

  08-11-2017 16:08
  Stanislaus County Sheriff Adam Christianson is defending one of his deputies who shot two men while on duty in a three month period, saying the public has no reason to be concerned. "Absolutely not, it's a coincidence.
  
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• CA NAACP proposes removing 'Star-Spangled Banner' as national anthem

  08-11-2017 16:07
  
  The California NAACP wants to introduce a resolution to state lawmakers that proposes removing “The Star-Spangled Banner” as the national anthem.
  
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• Former anchorman whose girlfriend was killed on-air unseats Va. incumbent

  08-11-2017 16:06
  
  Just more than a year earlier, the 29-year-old’s reporter girlfriend was gunned down while conducting an interview on live TV and the incident prompted him to go into politics.
  
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• Britney Spears painting sells for $10,000; money will benefit Vegas shooting victims

  08-11-2017 15:56
  
  Truly, an artist in every sense.
  
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• Moved by anonymous apology, man hopes to return 'grass cutting money' to sender

  08-11-2017 15:20
  
  "Mister, I want to say I'm sorry."
  
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• Germany's top court tells lawmakers to recognize 'third gender'

  08-11-2017 15:05
  
  Germany could soon become the first European country to offer intersex people the option of identifying as a designation other than male or female.
  
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• Uber partners with NASA on flying taxis

  08-11-2017 14:50
  
  Would you ride in a flying Uber?
  
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