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Women make up nearly half the American workforce, yet only 3 percent of engineers, 15 percent of math and computer workers, and 14 percent of scientists are women.
What do you get when you add pizza, probability, teenagers and engineers? Improved test scores, students say.
Teacher support is key to all of these efforts, which is why Raytheon is interested in rewarding educators who go the extra mile to get students excited.
The number of jobs in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) is growing at a rate nearly double that of non-STEM jobs. To train this workforce of the near future, the United States needs an army of teachers highly trained in science, math, and technology.
A team of students from the University of Central Florida won the Raytheon-sponsored National Cyber Collegiate Defense Competition earlier this year.
A Sylmar man was charged Tuesday in connection with a series of random shootings that began last Thursday, including the murder of a Pacoima man, officials from the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office said.
A suspect in the shooting of a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy was shot and killed Tuesday following a three-hour standoff.
Mayor Garcetti has reportedly told local business leaders that he wants to see the minimum wage increased over the next three years, and could make an official announcement by Labor Day.
A human trafficking bill that was recently signed by Gov. Jerry Brown will streamline prosecutions, save taxpayer dollars and reduce trauma to victims while appearing in court.
Superintendent John Deasy sent a letter Monday to the Board of Education notifying them that he is ending his contract with Apple, according to the LA Times.
Three men Tuesday were criminally charged in connection with a shooting that has left San Bernardino Police Officer Gabriel Garcia in critical condition.
Detectives Tuesday warned the public about a scam involving alleged suspects posing as alarm company employees that target residential neighborhoods.
Larger-than-life-sized Disney characters could one day take to the skies over the Happiest Place On Earth using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
An environmental group asked federal regulators Tuesday to idle a California nuclear plant to review potential earthquake risks.
Police said Tuesday they detained a woman in connection to a series of arson fires in the South Bay.
The virus has spread to fowl as far south as Irvine. Tina Patel reports.
Police believe he has been vandalizing and burglarizing stores in the Pico Boulevard corridor. Chris Holmstrom rpeorts.
Dawn Robinson-Patrick talked to Tina Patel and Chris Holmstrom about this weekend's fun, family-friendly, and free events.
Iranians continue to protest the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in the custody of Iran's morality police. Security forces in Tehran have trapped and reportedly attacked a large number of students at Tehran University. Videos on social media appear to show shots being fired as students fled the scene. Roxana Saberi reports.
Simply, known as the Tapatío man the Mexican horseman with a signature look has helped unite many nationwide. However, it isn't his unique style that has connected many across the United States — it's what he's selling. Chris Holmstrom reports.
The Long Beach Police Department said the investigation was ongoing as of Wednesday morning.
The Santa Ana Police Department said detectives confirmed 21-year-old Yasmin Gonzalez Benitez is "voluntarily in Mexico."
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
Families hope the petition saves the LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished on May 1.
UC Riverside and Cal Baptist University will switch conferences ahead of the upcoming 2026 season after the Big West Conference and Pac-12 Conference announced a partnership on Tuesday.
The Santa Ana Police Department said detectives confirmed 21-year-old Yasmin Gonzalez Benitez is "voluntarily in Mexico."
Families hope the petition saves the LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished on May 1.
A man hid in a middle school campus after leading the Los Angeles Police Department on a brief pursuit in the Westlake District.
Tani Robinson's husband died of cancer before he got a chance to put up a flagpole, so she installed one in his honor. "He was patriotic, we both are. Both our fathers served in World War II; he had a brother in Vietnam," she said.
Ohtani started his first game of the 2026 season in Tuesday's matchup with the Cleveland Guardians, striking out six batters and allowing just one hit in six innings pitched.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
Renowned marine biologist Chris Lowe said the unusually warm winter has pushed young white sharks to Southern California's coastline.
A Santa Ana mother is missing after what was supposed to be a quick trip across the border to Tijuana.
United Airlines said the pilots saw the helicopter, received a traffic alert and leveled the aircraft.
Bicyclist Luke Fetzer said an irate BMW driver challenged him to a fight after trying a road rage incident in Orange County.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
UC Riverside and Cal Baptist University will switch conferences ahead of the upcoming 2026 season after the Big West Conference and Pac-12 Conference announced a partnership on Tuesday.
A 32-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash near the Temecula Creek Inn on Tuesday afternoon, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
A U.S. Marine was detained at the Palm Springs International Airport on Monday after he allegedly tried to bring a live explosive round through airport screening, according to Riverside County officials.
The San Bernardino County Fire Department tested new technology on Monday designed to help suppress fires by using sound waves.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
John Tavares redirected a shot from Morgan Rielly into the net with five seconds left in overtime to lift the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 5-4 come-from-behind victory over the Anaheim Ducks in a fight-marred game.
The shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is set to stretch on after House Republicans rejected a Senate-passed solution to the standoff late last week.
A federal judge directed the Trump administration to restore the legal status of migrants allowed into the U.S. under a now-defunct Biden administration program for asylum-seekers who arrived at the southern border.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the White House's East Wing,
California will require artificial intelligence companies to implement safety and privacy guardrails under a new order from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
Deni Avdija had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Jrue Holiday hit seven 3s and finished with 30 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 114-104 and snap their five-game win streak.
Shohei Ohtani dominated in his first start on the mound this season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in drizzly conditions.
Luka Doncic scored 42 points with 12 assists, Deandre Ayton added 18 points with nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to four games with a 127-113 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon gave up two hits over 4 2/3 innings in his season debut.
UC Riverside and Cal Baptist University will switch conferences ahead of the upcoming 2026 season after the Big West Conference and Pac-12 Conference announced a partnership on Tuesday.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Olivia Munn tells Tracy Smith about how she turned a symptomless Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help other women.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Hollywood's biggest night is changing venues, with the Oscars ceremony moving from the Dolby Theatre to L.A. Live in 2029.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County Spelling Bee Winner Oliver Halkett joins CBS LA ahead of May's Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Constitutional Law Expert Robert McWhirter joins CBS LA to discuss President Trump's executive order on mail-in ballots and the legal challenges that will follow.
As the rest of the rain continues to move to the east of Southern California, cooler air will remain keeping temperatures low.
San Fernando Valley families hope a community petition saves Panorama City's LA Kings Valley Ice Center before it's demolished in a month.
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes. Lesley Marin reports.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
