KCRA Brandi Cummings

How many of these slang words do you know?

'Bet', this annual list of slang terms could have some parents saying 'Yeet' "Sus," short for suspicious, is the most used slang term by teenagers in 2023 followed by "bet," "yeet," "salty" "extra," "oof" and "cap."

We had a great time celebrating Thanksgiving and my birthday in San Francisco over the weekend! Hope you had a great holiday. ❤️

We've got a live demonstration on what NOT to do when frying a turkey for Thanksgiving.

If you're flying out of Sac International soon you'll want to watch this interview. Hint: Get there early!

‘We’re not a small airport anymore’: SMF spokesperson warns against travelers arriving too close to flight time Millions of travelers are making preparations for Thanksgiving travel, and the Sacramento International Airport was recently named one of the best for this holiday travel.

I just read the entire lawsuit against P.Diddy! The "trigger warning" does not fully prepare you for the contents...

Complaint – #1 in Ventura v. Combs (S.D.N.Y., 1:23-cv-10098) – CourtListener.com COMPLAINT against Bad Boy Entertainment, Bad Boy Records, Sean Combs, Combs Enterprises, LLC, Doe Corporations 1-10, Epic Records. (Filing Fee $ 402.00, Receipt Number ANYSDC-28580075)Document filed by Casandra Ventura..(Wigdor, Douglas) (Entered: 11/16/2023)

Part Two of my Investigative Series: STOPPED aired Thursday night. After uncovering who was pulled over most often by law enforcement in California, we sought to find out how the state was addressing the disparities. I also spoke to the law enforcement agency who disagrees with the way the data is being compiled.

Report details who is stopped more by police in CA. Some disagree on the findings The RIPA Board has been releasing police stop data every year since 2018. The latest report not only collected statewide data, but for the first time, it also collected data from more than 500 agencies across the state.

ICYMI: For the first time, KCRA got access to data compiled by California showing who is STOPPED by police most often. Part One of our investigative series aired Wednesday night. (find it on kcra.com)

Part Two airs Thursday night on the KCRA 3 News at 6 p.m. & at 10 on . On Thursday, we'll tell you about the policies that have already changed and why not everyone is happy about the way the data is being gathered.

RIPA POLICE STOPPED by Hearst - Infogram

For the first time, the State of California has compiled data showing who is STOPPED by law enforcement most often. It's an eye-opening new report. Watch my investigation Wednesday at 6pm on KCRA 3 and at 10pm on . You'll hear from people who were STOPPED and hear how local agencies are responding to the data.

KCRA 3 Investigates: Who is stopped by police most often in California? Being stopped by police can be scary, traumatizing, and may even have a lasting impact on the people being pulled over.

Ignore the dirty keyboard but check out the kind note and "gift" from a co-worker. I'm beginning to think these notes are about the chocolate. (See previous post) 🤷🏽‍♀️🤣😆

Message from the American Lung Association: Get Screened!

Lung cancer rates down in California, but screening is among the lowest in the country While lung cancer rates in California have shown a decline, overall prevention efforts and screening remain among the lowest in the country.

Do you remember that job posting about a dedicated "Beyonce Reporter"? Well, she's been hired.

USA Today hires Beyoncé reporter after buzzy job posting | CNN Multimedia journalist Caché McClay is having a career “Renaissance” as she takes on her new role as the Beyoncé reporter for USA Today and The Tennessean after the job listing went viral in September.

Sheriff Cooper told me he's frustrated with the way some retailers are handling crime.

‘I’ve had it with them’: Sac Co Sheriff shares frustrations with stores over retail theft Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper is taking to social media to express both his frustration and praise for some retailers.

Soooo some companies say they are "rethinking" self check out. I think if they do, they need to make sure more check-out lanes are open. Just saying...🤷

Walmart, Costco and other companies rethink self-checkout | CNN Business Retailers in Europe, like Booths supermarkets, and the United States, like Walmart, are pulling back on having self-checkout in light of complaints and shoplifting.

Sacramento County is trying to help residents live longer. Here's how:

Sacramento County is working to help residents live longer with 'Blue Zones' program Sacramento County neighborhoods have a big disparity in life expectancies.

I had a great time MCing the National Coalition of 100 Black Women-Sacramento Chapter Annual Awards luncheon. Best part was meeting the woman who paved the way for me here at KCRA. ❤️

Davis police told me some property crimes are up. Watch our interview to hear their message.

Davis has uptick in some property crimes; police encourage neighbors to communicate Protecting yourself from property crime was the theme of a community meeting hosted by the Davis Police Department on Wednesday.

We are learning more about the Army Captain from Sacramento who was killed over the weekend.

Chief Warrant Officer 2 Shane M. Barnes, 34, of Sacramento, was among those killed in a military helicopter crash over the Mediterranean.

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I've got a few of these. Let me check!

Do you know how much your $2 bills are worth? Some are worth thousands If you have any old $2 bills laying around, they could be worth thousands.

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Sacramento man among 5 US troops killed in military helicopter crash over the Mediterranean The Pentagon on Monday identified the five Army aviation special operations forces killed when their UH-60 helicopter crashed in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Get your umbrella 🌂 This week is going to be interesting.

As you mark Veterans Day, check out this online memorial. It's the country's first digital platform to honor veterans' legacies.

Honor fallen veterans in online memorial ahead of Veteran’s Day The Veterans Legacy Memorial has grown to nearly 10 million veterans. California has the most of any state with nearly 800,000 veteran pages.

Honor Veterans today!

Veterans Day: Submit photos and memories of loved ones for a digital observance On Veterans Day, we honor those who served our country.

Since Halloween, we here at KCRA 3 have been “celebrating” by eating the left over candy. Today I saw this little note. Am I loved or is this note about the candy? 🥴

Ever thought about hosting an exchange student? The City of Fairfield is looking for volunteers.

Fairfield wants volunteers to host exchange students from Japan. Here’s how The city of Fairfield is continuing its tradition of hosting exchange students from its sister city, Nirasaki, Japan.

If you live in Roseville, there's a new way to contact the city.

Roseville makes it easier to request services. How the myRSVL app works You can request services for things like graffiti removal, pothole and street sign repairs and park maintenance.

Do you know the difference between a sweet potato and a yam?? We're breaking it down.

There's a meeting on Wednesday about the possible release of a sexually violent predator in El Dorado County. Watch my interview about the concerns. I asked the Assistant District Attorney if not there, where?

El Dorado County assistant DA speaks out against release of sexually violent predator The district attorney in El Dorado County wants the public to know that a man classified as a sexually violent predator could possibly be released into the county.

Need some extra cash? Welp, all you have to do is make your bed.

Get Paid $1,000 to Make Your Bed What if the only thing between you and $1,000 was making your bed? No, we're not pulling your (bed) leg! Shane Co. believes in starting your day with intention — and what's more intentional than taking a moment to create a space that sparks joy, organization, and maybe even a sprinkle of adulting?

Check your freezer...

Tyson recalls 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets Tyson Foods is voluntarily recalling about 30,000 pounds of its dino-shaped chicken nuggets after some consumers reported finding small metal pieces in their patties.

Be careful out there!

Tracking rain, snow and wind across Northern California on Monday Soggy start to week

Daylight saving time is ending ... again. Why do we keep moving the clocks? Why do we keep moving the clocks? Once again, it's complicated.

Mixed news on to***co use in young adults

New report shows to***co use by high schoolers down, up with middle schoolers Results of a new national survey on the state of to***co use released on Friday show a drop in the number of high school students using e-cigarettes.

In case you're wondering what to do with them...

What should you do with pumpkins now that Halloween is over? Here are several options With Halloween over, some may be wondering what to do with those jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkins. Here are some environmentally friendly options.

I think I'm starting to like the straight hair again. ❤️

Texas Rangers are World Series champs for first time in team's 63-year history