Gary Dietrich is a political analyst for CBS News Sacramento who joins the show every Thursday at 6 p.m.
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Gary Dietrich is a political analyst for CBS News Sacramento who joins the show every Thursday at 6 p.m.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich dissects the heated exchange between President Trump and Ukraine's president in the Oval Office.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich speaks on federal cuts, EV fleets and public comment.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich speaks on home insurance prices, PG&E profits and UC funds.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses California Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent visit to the White House, President Trump calling for an investigtion into California's high-speed rail project and California Attorney General Rob Bonta saying he won't run for governor.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses a heated exchange during the confirmation hearing to make Kash Patel the new FBI director, the latest on California's special "Trump-proofing" legislative session and the state's nation-leading emissions standards.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses the Gaza ceasefire, President Biden's farewell speech and LA wildfires.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses Gov. Newsom's fire response, the state's fire and insurance crisis, and Jimmy Carter's funeral service.
Political analyst Gary Gietrich talks about environmental policies announced this week and how President-Elect Donald Trump may change those.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty's approach to the homeless crisis, "super" sanctuary cities and President Biden commuting 1,500 sentences.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent travels to red California counties and President-elect Donald Trump's new attorney general pick after Matt Gaetz dropped out.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses the flurry of assignments made by the Trump administration as well as Gavin Newsom's remaining years as California governor under the President-elect.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich talks about what Donald Trump's second term could mean for California and Gov. Gavin Newsom.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses Kamala Harris' political future, Trump's first 100 days in office and the potential impact of California voters passing Proposition 36.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses the seemingly overwhelming support for California's tough-on-crime Proposition 36 and Sacramento's mayoral race.
CBS13 political analyst talks about key questions voters have as the election is just days away.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses California's importance in the battle for the U.S. House, the importance of voting and the efforts from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump's presidential campaigns.
CBS13 political analyst discusses a shift in California Latino voting patterns, California's role on the campaign trail and former President Donald Trump in Coachella.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses the overall takeaway from the vice presidential debate.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich joins us in studio to discuss this week's Sacramento mayoral debate, next week's presidential debate and Hunter Biden's guilty plea.
CBS13 political analyst Gary Dietrich discusses Kamala Harris' speech on the final night of the DNC.
President Trump is addressing a joint session of Congress and the nation in his first speech to lawmakers since he took office six weeks ago.
State workers are already showing signs of resistance to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new mandate to return to the office at least four days per week beginning July 1.
Rain and snow develop late Tuesday night as another storm system rolls in Wednesday.
It has been five years since the pandemic forced most state agencies into remote work, but some business owners are hopeful the new mandate will be great for the downtown economy.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
A homicide suspect, who remains at large, has been identified after a woman was found dead in a north Sacramento apartment last week, authorities said Monday.
A woman who was possibly homeless was found dead just north of downtown Sacramento and the railyards over the weekend, police said Monday.
The trailer for the road-trip comedy "Sacramento" came out this week and we heard from some locals who were present when Hollywood came to town.
Bright lights are shining on California's capital city as the trailer for the highly anticipated road-trip comedy "Sacramento" was released on Thursday.
A Sacramento County sheriff's deputy was placed on administrative leave after he was seen on camera shoving a woman to the ground outside the jail.
California state workers must work at least four days per week in office beginning July 1 under a new executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The remains of a man found in a secluded area of Northern California in the late 1980s have been identified, and now authorities are seeking information about how he became a victim of a homicide.
California's snowpack remains below average despite several powerful storms providing a boost in February.
The State Bar of California has announced that retakes of the state's new bar exam will be offered as test takers reported numerous issues with the two-day test used to license attorneys.
It's National Invasive Species Awareness Week and the US Fish and Wildlife Service wants people to know that nutria can be delicious.
The home opener for the formerly Oakland A's inaugural season at Sutter Health Park is exactly one month away Monday, set for March 31 as the team hosts the Chicago Cubs.
Weeks ahead of the team's first game in West Sacramento, the Athletics announced Monday that fans can secure priority access to 2028 season tickets in Las Vegas.
Pete Rose, baseball's late career hits leader, was banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame for sports betting.
DeMar DeRozan had 21 points and the Sacramento Kings overcome an early injury to Domantas Sabonis for their third straight victory, 113-103 over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night.
The Washington Commanders have acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers for a fifth-round pick, pending a physical, according to CBS Sports lead NFL Insider Jonathan Jones.
State workers are already showing signs of resistance to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new mandate to return to the office at least four days per week beginning July 1.
President Trump is addressing a joint session of Congress and the nation in his first speech to lawmakers since he took office six weeks ago.
Northern California Rep. Mike Thompson has been selected by House Democrats as their "designated survivor" ahead of President Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday night.
As Canada and Mexico make plans for reciprocal tariffs on U.S. goods, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calls President Trump's move "a very dumb thing to do."
President Trump will address a joint session of Congress tonight, marking his first speech to both chambers since he returned to office. Here's how to watch his 2025 address.
James Harrison, an Australian man credited with saving 2.4 million babies through his record-breaking blood plasma donations over six decades, has died, his family says. He was 88.
Experts in Sacramento are seeing a rise in a little-known eating disorder that primarily affects adolescents. It's called ARFID and can often be mistaken for just being a picky eater.
Breakfast chain cites supply shortages and surging prices in its tacking on of temporary extra fee for meals with eggs.
Research is just beginning on the impacts that the Palisades and Eaton wildfires in Southern California had on the health of first responders.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
From fruits and veggies to car parts, economists project that businesses will pass along the cost of the tariffs to customers.
An economic blackout was underway Friday as activists nationwide encouraged people not to spend their money at large corporations, retailers and fast-food chains for 24 hours.
San Joaquin County's retail theft reporting app has only been around for six months and is already bringing a sense of calmness to local business owners.
As the demand for eggs skyrockets, so is the demand for chickens.
Within the next two weeks, construction is going to start on underground infrastructure to put in power and water for the new shopping center with a car wash, food and retail shops.
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."
As California faces the largest insurance crisis in the state's history, there is still no leader of the state Senate Insurance Committee. Half committee members are new to the committee, the committee staff is new, and arguably, the most experienced and qualified person in the Senate to lead this committee is embroiled in a federal corruption investigation.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News California, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn reveal the timeline of Matthew Muller's cold-case crimes. Crimes they helped solve. The survivors detail how it took a decade, a documentary, a small-town chief, and a rural district attorney to get anyone to listen.
This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill popular bills by not voting.
This year-long investigation by CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts examines the many components of California's new tougher-on-crime law.
CBS13 and the Call Kurtis consumer investigative team devised an idea on how to lower what consumers owe on their credit cards -- and it begins with a simple phone call.
No one wants to think about death. However, it's important to plan on what happens to your digital assets after you die.
After spending $18,000 on waterproof laminate floors, a Natomas couple spotted damage after the first cleaning.
More than a year after Hai Pham canceled the trial membership, he kept getting charged every month for it.
A Natomas mother demanded that her daughter be exhumed and cremated after a Sacramento cemetery moved her grave without telling the family.
Research is just beginning on the impacts that the Palisades and Eaton wildfires in Southern California had on the health of first responders.
Federal funding cuts to the U.S. Forest Service are raising concerns in Placer County about whether there will be enough resources to prevent wildfires.
A West Sacramento woman who lost everything when her home flooded knew she had to step in to help those now suffering the same fate in the Los Angeles area.
As containment grows on the Los Angeles-area fires, the state's disaster response is not done even when the flames are out.
The dangers of responding to a disaster are made a little less risky thanks to this roadside pit stop in Davis.
Cake, candles, chicken and a cow are the recipe for a 90th birthday celebration at the Madison Avenue Chick-fil-A for a long-time customer who has become a staple in the Sacramento community.
A high school senior and his girlfriend dressed up as Santa and Mrs. Claus and handed out gifts to every student at their school, Marysville Charter Academy for the Arts.
It was a day of conquering fears and overcoming odds at the Sacramento Deep Water Channel this weekend. People living with physical disabilities got an opportunity to feel the exhilaration of setting sail.
A nutrition program to get kids excited about healthy eating in Yuba City is seeing success and now the farm-to-school program will be growing not just food but in size and opportunity.
Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.
Meteorologist Ashley Nanfria has your Northern California extended 7-day forecast!
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is requiring that all state workers return to the office at least four days per week beginning July 1.
State workers are already showing signs of resistance to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new mandate to return to the office at least four days per week beginning July 1.
V. Miller Meats has operated on Folsom Boulevard since 2015. The business announced that its last day open will be March 8.
Hart Florist and Flower Delivery, which first opened in 1943, is closing its doors on March 14.