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SUN PRAIRIE, WI – Steady and deliberate. That’s the approach taken by leaders at the CAL FIRE Training Center (CFTC) these days for providing a solid foundation for their firefighters. And, for the past 22 years, the Assistant Fire Chief training tower has been a cornerstone on their drill grounds, helping those trainers with their operational instructions.

All southbound lanes of Interstate 5 are closed from Exit 14 in Ashland to the California state line due to severe winter conditions in northern California, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation. California transportation officials also have closed I-5 northbound from Redding to the Oregon state line, ODOT said. ...

The Oregon Department of Transportation reports that all southbound lanes of Interstate 5 are closed from Exit 14 in Ashland to the California border due to severe winter conditions in northern California. Caltrans has closed I-5 northbound from Redding to the Oregon border. The I-5 Oregon closure, at Caltrans' request,...

A storm system moving into Northern California will bring gusty winds overnight and into tomorrow, along with a slight chance of rain here in the Southland. There is also the chance of snow in the mountains communities from tomorrow into Thursday as well. A Wind Advisory in place for areas North of the Valley, along with a Winter Storm Watch for the mountains.

The Amador County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying two individuals captured on a local resident’s security camera system following a garage break-in. Unknown suspect(s) broke into the garage of a local resident recently, and two subjects were caught on the resident’s security camera...

The other driver, an 81-year-old man from Colfax, was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.

It’s one of Warner Thomas’ first moves as CEO of the Sacramento-based health system.

Calaveras, CA– Calaveras County Board of Supervisors will be holding their regular session on the morning of March 28. The meeting will start at 9 am, and members of the public are welcome to attend. The agenda includes an update presentation from staff on the winter storms that hit...

A low-pressure system coming from the Gulf of Alaska is set to bring more rain across Northern California early this week.

KCRA 3’s weather team is calling Tuesday an Impact Day due to rain, snow and wind that is returning to Northern California. Meteorologist Tamara Berg says the biggest impact of this system will be the impressive snowfall it brings. Expect the heaviest snowfall in the afternoon. See below for...

CALAVERAS COUNTY, Calif. — An 18-year-old woman suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol was arrested following a two-vehicle crash on Highway 49 in Calaveras County Sunday that killed a 13-year-old and hurt five others, the California Highway Patrol said. The collision between a Ford F-150 and a...

Jackson, CA – Firefighters battled a blaze at an Amador County hotel yesterday afternoon that ignited in one of the rooms. Amador Fire Department crews rushed to the Best Western Amador Inn located at 200 Highway 49 in Jackson on Friday around 3:30 p.m. for a report of a structure fire. Upon their arrival, crews reported, “light smoke coming from the exterior of the building and went inside to investigate.”

A series of at least three earthquakes reaching up to 3.5 magnitude rattled Northern California near San Francisco, the U.S. Geological Survey reports. The first nearly 6-mile deep quake hit less than a mile from Pacifica, which is about 14 miles southwest of San Francisco, at 6:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 28, according to the USGS.

“Most of our major traffic collisions involve one of the four following actions: Driving under the influence (DUI), distracted driving, speeding, and not wearing a seatbelt,” said Officer Eric Parsons of California Highway Patrol. Savannah Cooper, 18, of Angels Camp, has been arrested on suspicion of the first action...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A powerful weather system originating in the Gulf of Alaska pushed into Northern California on Tuesday, bringing more wind, rain and snow to a state battered by months of storms. Forecasters warned of heavy snow in the coastal mountains and the Sierra Nevada, where accumulations...

Photos: All photos are courtesy of the Amador County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Redman of the Amador County Sheriff’s Office announced that Correctional Officer Kallieah Richerson recently graduated from the academy with outstanding achievements. Officer Richerson has become an invaluable member of the corrections team and was recognized for her hard work and dedication during her time at the academy.

A dog was also found dead inside the vehicle, CHP officials said.

It may be spring, but another winter-like storm moved over northern California Monday. Heavier rain, stronger wind, mountain snow and some valley snow are possible. Most of this stormy weather arrives tonight and Tuesday. Some rain and mountain snow has started to fall in far northwestern parts of California already, but most of the heavy rain, heavy snow and strong wind will occur in our area between midnight tonight and early Tuesday afternoon. Wind Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings will be in effect, and the valley will also get locally heavy rain. Please drive carefully if you have to be out and about Tuesday, and driving over our mountain roads will not be safe... it may be impossible. It will be a little calmer late Tuesday.

KCRA 3 is rounding up all the information you need to know to get a head start on your day. Here you'll find what you missed overnight, what's happening throughout the day, the forecast and how your commute is shaping up. You can also watch our morning newscasts live from...

The Amador County Sheriff’s Office arrested two individuals from Rock Springs, Wyoming, on March 18, 2023, following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of a loaded firearm and a significant amount of methamphetamine. At approximately 7:29 pm, a deputy patrolling Highway 88 near Homestead Road in Pioneer...