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• Sierra Weather: Tree Crashes Down Onto Placer County Patrol Car

  17-02-2019 23:46
  (DUTCH FLAT) — The heavy snow brought down a tree in Dutch Flat, directly onto a Placer County Sheriff Deputy’s vehicle.
  ALSO: Sierra Weather: SR-88 Closed For The Night
  As parts of Placer County look like a White Christmas postcard, this happened to one of our deputy’s patrol car in Dutch Flat — fortunately he wasn’t inside when the tree smashed the back of his car. PLEASE be careful if you’re driving out here today! pic.twitter.com/TAPITFaWot
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• Kings Compete In NBA All-Star Weekend Events

  17-02-2019 07:57
  (CHARLOTTE, North Car.) — Two Sacramento Kings competed in today’s NBA All-Star competitions.
  ALSO: Bagley Has 32 Points To Help Kings Go 5-1 During Home Stand
  Guard De’Aaron Fox lost in the first round of the skills competition.THEY DON'T CALL HIM BUCKETS FOR NOTHING26 points in the first round for @buddyhield! pic.twitter.com/PW95Cp8bR0
  — Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) February 17, 2019And guard Buddy Hield came in third in the 3-point contest.
  
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• Shooting Investigation In Modesto

  17-02-2019 07:20
  MODESTO (CBS13) — Police in Modesto are investigating a shooting that happened this morning on Wilmington Way.
  They say a man shot another man several times as part of a domestic dispute.
  ALSO: Modesto Police Gets Its First Female K9 Officer
  Officers have the shooter in custody. They’re not yet releasing the condition of the victim.
  If you have any information regarding this shooting, you are asked to call Crime Stoppers at 209-521-4636.
  
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• Sierra Weather: SR-88 Closed For The Night

  17-02-2019 06:54
  KIRKWOOD (CBS13) — Caltrans has closed State Route 88 over Carson Spur for the night.
  ALSO: Sierra Weather: Massive Backup Heading Towards Tahoe
  SR-88 over Carson Spur will remain closed throughout the night. We will provide an update Sunday (2/17) morning.
  — Caltrans District 10 (@CaltransDist10) February 17, 2019All day, Caltrans has been opening and closing I-80 and Highway 50 in the mountains due to heavy snow.
  
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• Drivers Stuck On Highway 50 Making The Most Of It

  17-02-2019 03:42
  FRESH POND (CBS13) — Hundreds are on a hill behind the parking lot of a gas station sledding and having fun with their families. But not by choice. Highway 50 is backed up headed to Tahoe and CHP is warning drivers to stay home.
  CHP is telling drivers on HW 50 to expect an eight to ten hour trip to South Lake Tahoe, if they’re lucky. The winter storm dumping feet of snow on mountain roads. And in a stern statement, CHP says holiday drivers simply weren’t ready for it.
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• Breaking: Reported Shooting In Tahoe City

  17-02-2019 02:57
  TAHOE CITY (CBS13) — Placer County deputies are on the scene of a reported shooting in Tahoe City.
  Two people have been shot in a parking lot, and we’re told the shooter is still on the loose.
  We don’t know the conditions of the victims.
  We’re working to gather more information.
  Stay with CBS13 for the latest.
  Avoid the area of Boatworks Mall in Tahoe City, 760 N. Lake Blvd. Shots have been fired, this is an active and evolving incident. Repeat, avoid the area and yield t
  
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• Breaking: One Dead In Tahoe City Shooting

  17-02-2019 02:57
  TAHOE CITY (CBS13) — Placer County deputies are on the scene of a shooting in Tahoe City.
  Two people have been shot in a parking lot, and we’re told one of them has died. Deputies say the deceased is Octavio Villa-Villanueva, 33-years old, of Sparks, Nevada.
  The shooter is reportedly still on the loose.
  We’re working to gather more information.
  Stay with CBS13 for the latest.
  Avoid the area of Boatworks Mall in Tahoe City, 760 N. Lake Blvd. Shots have been fired, this is a
  
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• Sierra Weather: Huge Snowfall Totals

  17-02-2019 01:38
  LAKE TAHOE (CBS13) — Snow has been coming down heavily in the higher elevations.
  ALSO: Melting Snow And Rain Swells Rivers In Foothills
  The 24-hour snowfall totals show:Castle Peak – 45″
  Boreal – 24″
  Kyburz – 18″
  The snow is expected to continue for the rest of the weekend.
  If you are planning to drive in the mountains this weekend, you are encouraged to pack extra food, water, and warm clothes.
  
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• CHP Officer Recovering After Knife Attack

  17-02-2019 00:56
  MYERS (CBS13) — A California Highway Patrol officer is recovering after getting stabbed during a traffic stop last night.
  It happened on I-5 near Myers.
  The officer stopped a vehicle that was going over 100 miles per hour.
  During the stop, investigators say 25-year-old Haile Neil of Martinez pulled out a concealed knife and stabbed the officer in the back.
  A passing motorist stopped and helped the officer subdue Neil.
  The office sustained non-life-threatening injuries, was treated, and rel
  
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• Thieves Hit Citrus Heights Little League Snack Bar

  17-02-2019 00:28
  CITRUS HEIGHTS (CBS13) — Thieves broke into the Citrus Heights Little League snack bar, stealing thousands in equipment.
  Thieves hit the Little League snack bar.
  Organizers say someone pried open a door and got inside the snack bar.
  The person (or persons) stole $100 in cash, $3000 in food and equipment, and vandalizing the cash register and safe.
  If you have any information on the crime, you can contact the Citrus Heights Police Department at 916-727-5500.
  The Citrus Heights Little League
  
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• Sierra Weather: Massive Backup Heading Towards Tahoe

  17-02-2019 00:00
  COLFAX (CBS13) — Vehicles are backed up for miles on I-80 eastbound right now.
  California Highway Patrol says traffic is stacked all the way from Alta to ColfaxDrivers are urged to pack their patience.
  Big rigs are still being held at this time.
  
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• Massive Backup Heading Towards Tahoe

  17-02-2019 00:00
  COLFAX (CBS13) — Vehicles are backed up for miles on I-80 eastbound right now.
  California Highway Patrol says traffic is stacked all the way from Alta to ColfaxDrivers are urged to pack their patience.
  Big rigs are still being held at this time.
  
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