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A SOARING NUMBER OF CALIFORNIA HOMEOWNERS ARE RELYING ON THE "FAIR PLAN" FOR THEIR HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE.... AS MAJOR PRIVATE INSURANCE COMPANIES ARE DROPPING POLICIES... AND REFUSING TO WRITE NEW ONES.  A NEW CBS NEWS CALIFORNIA INVESTIGATION... WHICH AIRS TONIGHT ON CBS 13 IN SACRAMENTO.... GOES DEEPER INTO THE FAIR PLAN.... IT'S PROBLEMS.... AND SOME POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS TO THE HOME INSURANCE CRIS...

The U.S. beekeeping industry is in crisis over the shocking and unexplained deaths of hundreds of millions of bees over the last eight months. Tops among the at-risk crops that rely on pollination are almonds trees — California's fifth most valuable crop. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

A's baseball is here for the next 3 years, but what comes next? Here's KFBK's Mark Demsky.

Mark Demsky joins Sam and Cristina to unpack the A's opening nigh experience. Everything from the fans, to the pregame ceremonies, and possibilities for MLB expansion in Sacramento.

The messaging app, Signal, which is at the center of a national security crisis, has been hailed as the most secure, widely available messaging app. But, are you safe sending messages with Signal? Our tech reporter Lisa Martin joins us to explain how the app works and explains why you shouldn't be concerned.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Sutter Health Park or not, there is a list of things to be aware of to help enhance your game day experience. KFBK's Mark Demsky has the details.

Future Apple Watch models may include cameras, as part of the company's AI push. Lisa Martin joins us next to talk about what this could look like and what it could mean for Apple and you.

Stockton Mayor Christina Fugazi is staking a claim to make her city a national shipbuilding hub. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

Genetic testing company 23andMe is filing for bankruptcy. Our tech reporter Lisa Martin joins us to talk about what it means for the safety and privacy of the genetic data it has from more than 15 million people.

Given the unique circumstances of the A's sharing a ballpark with the River Cats this summer — contingency plans are in place to maintain the grass quality. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

When you think influencer, you might instantly picture colorful TikTok dance videos or aesthetically pleasing Instagram posts. But recently, a new kind of internet celebrity has emerged. And this time, they're finding fame in what once seemed an unlikely place...

A's baseball arrives next week — add to it now a number of development projects in the works — and West Sacramento's Bridge District is in for a highly visible near future. KFBK's Mark Demsky with the details.

It's been 3 weeks since Governor Newsom said in his executive order that returning to the office will improve efficiency and cohesion for state employees, but those who have been teleworking for years continue to pushback. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

Senator Tony Strickland (R- Huntington Beach) proposed defunding high speed rail and using the money to offset and lower the gas tax but Democrats in the state voted the idea down on Thursday. Today, he joined KFBK to explain his proposal.

Hundreds — if not more — are expected tomorrow afternoon at Grant high school to celebrate the life of Mike Alberghini who passed away last month from complications of a stroke. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

The biggest AI conference in the world is happening this week in San Jose where our tech expert Lisa Martin lives and works. Lisa will join us to cover some of the major news from NVIDIA GTC 2025.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning letter to a California company for allegedly marketing an injectable cannabis product while making unsanctioned claims about its potential health benefits. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

California is in the thick of flu season — not just for humans — but for your pets, especially dogs. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

Making good on a promise arising from his first campaign for the White House, President Donald Trump has ordered the last of the files related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy to be released.

An Apple 2025 sneak peak is up next with our tech reporter Lisa Martin. She'll cover live language translation features, the upcoming iPhone 17, and hearing aid features.

The Sierra Club — a grassroots environmental organization out of the Bay Area — has sued the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and Elon Musk over the mass firing of federal workers, alleging it will cause big problems at national parks in California and across the nation. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

Exactly 2 weeks from today, A's baseball will begin a 3 year stint in the Sacramento region. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

Senator Roger Niello joined the KFBK Morning News to discuss what is going on with the state's MediCal and the cuts to Medicaid.

Tiger Woods may be a living golf legend — but his latest injury has many within the sport wondering if it's time for him to hang it up. KFBK's Mark Demsky with more.

AI is evolving rapidly and our tech expert Lisa Martin joins us next to explore what we're seeing already in 2025 and what's on the AI horizon this year.