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• Fire crews battling 50-acre grass fire in Calaveras Co.

  15-06-2016 23:48
  
  Fire crews are tackling a 50-acre grass fire in Calaveras County Wednesday, Cal Fire said.
  
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• Calaveras Wildfire Grows to 225 Acres

  15-06-2016 23:27
  
  CALAVERAS COUNTY (CBS13) – Crews are battling a growing fire near the Camanche Reservoir.
  The scene is off of Cheyenne Way, just southeast of the Camanche Reservoir in Calaveras County. Cal Fire first reports the fire started a little after 12:30 p.m. Wednesday.
  #CheyenneFire [update] off of Cheyenne Way, south of Camanche Reservoir (Calaveras County) is now 50 acres. pic.twitter.com/6Yep4M4mAx
  — CAL FIRE (@CAL_FIRE) June 15, 2016About a dozen homes are being evacuated near Cheyenne
  
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• Calaveras Wildfire At 83 Acres, 50 Percent Contained

  15-06-2016 23:27
  
  CALAVERAS COUNTY (CBS13) – Crews are battling a growing fire near the Camanche Reservoir.
  The scene is off of Cheyenne Way, just southeast of the Camanche Reservoir in Calaveras County. Cal Fire first reports the fire started a little after 12:30 p.m. Wednesday.
  The fire has grown to 80 acres. The fire was initially thought to be over 200 acres, but updated fire mapping by authorities showed the fire wasn’t as large as originally thought.
  Evacuation Center opened due to #CheyenneFire
  
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• Calaveras Wildfire At 83 Acres, 10 Percent Contained

  15-06-2016 23:27
  
  CALAVERAS COUNTY (CBS13) – Crews are battling a growing fire near the Camanche Reservoir.
  The scene is off of Cheyenne Way, just southeast of the Camanche Reservoir in Calaveras County. Cal Fire first reports the fire started a little after 12:30 p.m. Wednesday.
  The fire has grown to 80 acres. The fire was initially thought to be over 200 acres, but updated fire mapping by authorities showed the fire wasn’t as large as originally thought.
  Evacuation Center opened due to #CheyenneFire
  
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• 2-alarm grass fire reported in Stockton

  15-06-2016 21:44
  
  A two alarm grass fire broke out in Stockton Wednesday.
  
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• UPS driver rescues dumped puppy in Stanislaus County

  15-06-2016 21:41
  
  A United Parcel Service driver made an unscheduled pickup in Stanislaus County -- puppy that was dumped out of a car.
  
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• $50,000 Reward Offered By FBI In East Area Rapist Cold Case

  15-06-2016 21:01
  
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – Authorities announced a $50,000 reward Wednesday as they renewed their search for an elusive serial killer they say committed at least 12 homicides, 45 rapes and dozens of burglaries across California in the 1970s and 1980s.
  The case has grown cold for the killer known by at least four nicknames over the decades.
  He was dubbed the East Area Rapist after his start in Northern California. The Original Night Stalker after a series of Southern California slayings. The
  
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• Senator lauches filibuster to force vote on gun control

  15-06-2016 21:00
  
  A Democratic senator on Wednesday launched a filibuster to force a vote on gun control legislation three days after 49 people were killed at a nightclub in Orlando, Florida, in the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history.
  
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• UPS Delivery Driver Rescues Dumped Puppy In San Joaquin Valley

  15-06-2016 20:49
  
  HUGHSON, Calif. (AP) – A United Parcel Service driver made an unscheduled pickup in the San Joaquin Valley – puppy that was dumped out of a car.
  The Modesto Bee reports the incident happened Tuesday evening in Stanislaus County.
  The puppy will be at the Stanislaus County Animal Shelter. (Credit: Hughson Police Services)
  According to police in the small city of Hughson, the UPS driver saw a car stop on East Hatch Road, a door open and the puppy being dropped in the middle of the stree
  
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• 2 Bicyclists Struck By DUI Suspect In Elk Grove

  15-06-2016 20:20
  
  ELK GROVE (CBS13) – A man who police say struck two bicyclists with his car is suspected of driving under the influence.
  The incident happened a little before 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Elk Grove Police say they responded to Blossom Ridge Drive and Franklin Boulevard and found that two bicyclists had been hit by a car.
  Both bicyclists were riding in the bike lane when they were hit.
  Officers say the driver of the car who hit the bicyclists failed a field sobriety test and was arrested. The driv
  
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• Late-Season Winter Storm To Affect Far Northern California

  15-06-2016 20:05
  
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – Even as southeastern California is bracing for days of extreme heat, forecasters say the far northern tier of the state will be affected by a late-season winter storm.
  The National Weather Service says a winter storm watch has been issued for western Plumas County and the Lassen Volcanic National Park region Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.
  The unseasonably cold system could bring 2 inches of snow above 6,000 feet and 3 inches to 5 inches above 7,000
  
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• 2 Dogs, Bird Die After Fire At Arden Arcade Home

  15-06-2016 19:56
  
  ARDEN ARCADE (CBS13) – A homeowner’s pets have died after a fire Wednesday morning.
  The scene was along the 2100 block of Red Robin Lane, off of Howe Avenue. Metro Fire crews got to the scene a little after 9:30 a.m. and found a house on fire.
  Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the flames, but two dogs and bird died in the fire.
  #SacMetro on scene house fire. Paramedics tending to woman. Witness says a dog died @CBSSacramento @GoodDaySac pic.twitter.com/2tmNC4krew
  — D
  
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• FBI offers $50K reward for 1970s East Area Rapist

  15-06-2016 18:59
  
  The FBI and Sacramento County officials announced Wednesday they are offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the East Area Rapist, officials said.
  
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• FBI announces renewed search for East Area Rapist

  15-06-2016 16:39
  
  Investigators are set to announce Wednesday they are renewing their search for one of California's most infamous criminals known as the East Area Rapist, who struck more than 30 times in Sacramento County during the 1970s, according to the FBI.
  
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• Project1VOICE/1Play/1Day promotes “Keeping Black Theatre Alive”

  15-06-2016 16:11
  Images Theatre Company, Celebration Arts, Crocker Art Museum, GOS” Art Gallery Studio, and Sojourner Truth Multicultural Art Museum are all collaborating and participating in Project1VOICE/1Play/1Day, an international, same-day, staged reading series that promotes “keeping Black Theatre alive,” by supporting and reviving exemplary works written by Black playwrights.
  Project1VOICE, a non-profit organization is the brainchild of and founded by Erich McMillan-McCall, and based in
  
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• FBI announces renewed search for CA serial killer

  15-06-2016 16:02
  
  Investigators are renewing their search for a serial killer accused of more than 175 crimes across California during the 1970s and 1980s, according to the FBI.
  
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• Legacy Celebration Addresses Fatherlessness in Sacramento For Father’s Day Weekend

  15-06-2016 15:47
  SACRAMENTO — In order to raise much-needed resources to expand its ability to reach more at-risk boys and families in need, and to help raise awareness about the serious problem of fatherlessness, a unity run is in the works.
  The Shoulder To Shoulder is sponsoring the first-ever inaugural edition of The Legacy Challenge 5K Run/Walk during Father’s Day Weekend.
  The challenge will be held on the morning of Saturday, June 18 on the West Steps of the State Capitol Building along with man
  
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• Report details impacts of Sac railyards development

  15-06-2016 15:36
  
  The potential impacts -- both positive and negative -- of a new soccer stadium and hospital in Sacramento's railyards are detailed in a new report.
  
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• $50,000 Reward Offered By FBI In California Serial Killer Cold Case

  15-06-2016 15:24
  
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – Authorities announced a $50,000 reward Wednesday as they renewed their search for an elusive serial killer they say committed at least 12 homicides, 45 rapes and dozens of burglaries across California in the 1970s and 1980s.
  The case has grown cold for the killer known by at least four nicknames over the decades.
  He was dubbed the East Area Rapist after his start in Northern California. The Original Night Stalker after a series of Southern California slayings. The
  
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• New Sac budget includes funds for more police, homeless

  15-06-2016 13:10
  
  The Sacramento City Council unanimously approved the 2016 – 2017 budget Tuesday night during its meeting.
  
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• Lodi Considers Higher Rates, Multiple Tickets To Fix Parking Problem

  15-06-2016 08:45
  
  LODI (CBS13) — Parking in Lodi has become increasingly difficult as Main Street becomes popular with visitors who come for wine tasting and shopping.
  The city has developed a plan that could include a parking fee hike.
  “They’re going to drive people away downtown,” said Lodi Tasting Room manager Judy Baumbach. “If you’re a visitor and you get a $45 ticket, it’s not going to be the first place on your list you’re going to want to come back to.&rdquo
  
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• Stockton LGBT Nightclub Patrons Pelted With Paintballs

  15-06-2016 08:43
  
  STOCKTON, Calif. (CBS 13) – San Joaquin County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating after an attack near an LGBT nightclub. Two people told deputies they were hit with paint balls after leaving the Paradise Nightclub on Sunday morning.
  “I’m just unhappy and angry with the situation,” said Robert Greenlee, who has been going to the club for years.
  It happened at 1:45 on Sunday morning as people were leaving the club but well before most anyone knew of the events
  
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• Sacramento International Airport Looking At $300 Million In Improvements

  15-06-2016 08:33
  
  SACRAMENTO COUNTY (CBS13) — Sacramento County leaders are prepared to pour millions of dollars into Sacramento International Airport.
  As the number of people flying out of the airport takes off, efforts are underway to improve the time the spend on the ground.
  Airport officials says the 18-year-old Terminal A is showing signs of old age. Earlier this year, the public art carpeting on the bridgeway had to be replaced because it was worn down.
  First up will be spending $5 million on new chai
  
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• Street pianos fill Davis with sweet melodies

  15-06-2016 08:27
  
  Pianos near places that people visit during their day-to-day lives in Davis bring music to the city.
  
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• Teen killed, 3 others wounded in Oakland shooting

  15-06-2016 08:26
  
  A 16-year-old girl died and three others were wounded Tuesday after being shot in downtown Oakland, police said.
  
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• San Jose motorcycle officer dies after being struck by car

  15-06-2016 07:31
  
  A veteran San Jose police motorcycle officer has died from his injuries after being hit by a car, authorities said.
  
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• Toddler wounded when Manteca home targeted in shooting

  15-06-2016 07:19
  
  A 2-year-old girl was shot while sleeping in Manteca home early Tuesday morning, police said.
  
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• Wave of gun-related bills move through CA Capitol

  15-06-2016 06:01
  
  A wave of bills aimed at preventing gun violence in California moved through the Legislature Tuesday.
  
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• Prescription drug abuse bill closer to becoming law

  15-06-2016 05:43
  
  Families of people whose deaths are blamed on prescription opioids gathered at the Capitol to support a bill that would require doctors to check a state database before writing prescriptions.
  
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• Paintball attack at Stockton gay night club

  15-06-2016 05:09
  
  The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Department is investigating what could be a hate crime in Stockton after patrons of a gay nightclub were attacked with paintball guns.
  
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• 6 Shot In Downtown Oakland, Teen In Grave Condition

  15-06-2016 05:02
  
  OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – Oakland police say six people have been shot in the city’s downtown area and that a teenage girl is in critical condition.
  The Oakland Police Department says a 16-year-old girl is listed in grave condition and that the other victims in Tuesday evening’s shooting are in stable condition.
  Police say the victims range in age from mid-teens to early twenties.
  The department says the shooting happened during a vigil two blocks away for someone drowned last yea
  
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• 2-year-old grazed by bullet while sleeping in Manteca

  15-06-2016 03:54
  
  A 2-year-old girl was grazed by a bullet on her wrist while sleeping in her home in Manteca, police said.
  
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• ‘Stairway To Heaven’ Origins Questioned At Copyright Trial

  15-06-2016 03:34
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) – The opening to Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven,” one of rock ‘n’ roll’s best-known ballads, was played for jurors Tuesday in a case brought by the estate of a dead musician that claims it was stolen by the men credited with creating it.
  A lawyer for the estate trustee of the late Randy Wolfe, also known as Randy California, claimed the British rockers lifted the passage from the instrumental tune “Taurus,” recorded by hi
  
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• 11 gun-related bills moved through CA Legislature

  15-06-2016 03:32
  
  Democrats on a California legislative panel voted Tuesday to advance nearly a dozen proposed gun control measures.
  
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• California Legislators Advance 10 Gun Bills In Wake Of Orlando Shooting

  15-06-2016 03:24
  
  SACRAMENTO (CBS) — Echoes of Orlando filled the California state Capitol on Tuesday as guns dominated the conversation and debate.
  Ten bills involving gun rights were presented in committee meetings. All 10 passed.
  The discussion was set in light of the Orlando shooting massacre.
  “California can’t do it alone, but we can start,” said Assemblyman Bill Quirk
  The focus on action for some in the Assembly public safety committee.
  “Individuals keep saying lets pray f
  
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• Man Found Shot To Death On Garden Highway

  15-06-2016 02:55
  
  SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — A man was found dead of a single gunshot wound on Tuesday.
  A sheriff’s work crew found the body during a cleanup on the 5100 block of Garden Highway in Sacramento.
  The victim is described as a 23-year-old man who was shot in the upper torso.
  It’s unclear whether the man was shot there or had been shot elsewhere. There is no motive and there are no suspects.
   
  
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• So-Called ‘Hot Felon’ Shares Professional Headshot

  15-06-2016 02:49
  
  SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – The ex-convict from Stockton whose mugshot went viral across social media for his good looks reveals he’s a warriors fan.
  Jeremy Meeks posted this snapshot of him wearing a golden state warriors cap. It appears to be his first professional headshot.It has already garnered close to 20-thousand likes. The ex-convict made the post on Monday before the warriors lost 112-97 to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  Meeks is out of jail and will soon begin a modeling and acting care
  
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• Officials: At-risk Rancho Murieta woman found

  15-06-2016 02:46
  
  An at-risk woman who was reported missing from her Rancho Murieta home has been found, deputies said.
  
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• Pastor Stands By Anti-Gay Sermon As Christian Community Condemns Him

  15-06-2016 02:10
  
  SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — A pastor at the center of a controversial video praising the deaths of nearly 50 people in an Orlando gay nightclub shooting is standing by his sermon.
  Pastor Roger Jiminez spoke to CBS13 a day after his remarks saying Orlando was safer after their deaths drew universal condemnation on the CBS Sacramento Facebook page.
  The video from the Verity Baptist Church’s YouTube page has since been removed by YouTube as a violation of the site’s policy against h
  
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• Firefighters contain grass fire in south Sacramento

  15-06-2016 02:05
  
  Firefighters have contained a 13.2-acre grass fire near Highway 99 in south Sacramento, the Metro Fire Department said.
  
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• Body discovered by trash collection crews in Sacramento

  15-06-2016 01:00
  
  The body of a 23-year-old man was found while crews were picking up trash in Sacramento Tuesday, the deputies said.
  
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• Nintendo Unveils ‘Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild’ At E3

  15-06-2016 00:31
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) – Nintendo is putting all of its faith in Link at the Electronic Entertainment Expo.
  The video game publisher is using its entire booth at the gaming industry’s annual extravaganza to promote “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,” the latest installment of the action-adventure series starring iconic adventurer Link. After delaying the title from last year, “Breath of the Wild” is set for release next March for the Wii U console. It will al
  
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• Home Damaged By Grass Fire In South Sacramento

  15-06-2016 00:22
  
  SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Firefighters have stopped the forward progress of a grass fire in South Sacramento.
  The fire happened near 7901 Stevenson Avenue, just east of Costco on East Stockton Boulevard, and threatened as many as 15 homes.
  Sacramento Metro Fire crews were able to keep the spread of the fire to 6.5 acres. One home had exterior damage and nine fences and yards were damaged.
  
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• Fire Threatening Homes In South Sacramento

  15-06-2016 00:22
  
  SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – A grass fire is burning near homes in South Sacramento.The fire is near 7901 Stevenson Avenue, just east of Costco on East Stockton Boulevard. Sacramento Metro Fire crews are working to protect the homes from flames.
  This is a developing story. Check back for details.
  
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