California voters weigh new tax on rich to boost EV adoption
California voters are weighing whether to boost taxes on the rich to put more electric cars on the roads.
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California voters are weighing whether to boost taxes on the rich to put more electric cars on the roads.
On Tuesday, a national doughnut chain is offering a free treat to those who get out and vote.
Hertzberg, D-Van Nuys, topped a six-candidate field seeking the District 3 seat in June, but he fell well short of the 50% of the vote needed to avoid a runoff. Horvath finished a close second.
There's at least one thing the heads of the Democratic and Republican parties in Orange County can agree on about Tuesday's election -- they're hoping the rain doesn't depress turnout.
The former president has repeatedly hinted at a possible 2024 White House bid.
The heavy rain, road closures and potentially dangerous conditions could limit the public's willingness to hit voting centers throughout the Southland.
The midterm elections are on Tuesday, with significant races taking place in Los Angeles, including the mayoral race and campaign for LA County Sheriff.
The billionaire real estate developer was campaigning in Sylmar on Sunday while Rep. Karen Bass made a stop in Sherman Oaks.
Both Rep. Karen Bass and Rick Caruso held events where they chatted with prospective supporters with just three days until the General Elections on Nov. 8.
More than 500 voting centers opened throughout Los Angeles County on Saturday, providing locals plenty of options to get their ballots in ahead of Tuesday's General Elections.
The House speaker rallied grassroots organizers on a video call in her first public appearance since the brutal attack on her husband.
The final days of the LA mayor's race will be filled with campaign events across the city as candidates Rick Caruso and Karen Bass appeal to voters.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband was assaulted in their San Francisco home last week. He underwent surgery to repair a skull fracture.
In five states, voters will decide in the midterm elections this November whether to protect the right to abortion or restrict access.
"We are told she's doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.
Ivanna Ortiz, 35, pleaded not guilty to one count of attempted murder, 10 felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three felony counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or camper.
The Los Angeles Police Commission ruled that officers acted out of policy when they shot Weezer bassist's ex-wife Jillian Lauren last year.
Though Dodger Stadium's name remains unchanged, the field will be called "UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium" following the partnership announced on Wednesday.
Mayor Karen Bass announced an initiative to install 60,000 solar-powered streetlights after the city accrued a decade-long backlog of repair requests.
One bicyclist was killed and another was seriously injured after a car crashed into them in Banning late Tuesday night, according to police.
The Los Angeles Police Commission ruled that officers acted out of policy when they shot Weezer bassist's ex-wife Jillian Lauren last year.
Mayor Karen Bass announced an initiative to install 60,000 solar-powered streetlights after the city accrued a decade-long backlog of repair requests.
Though Dodger Stadium's name remains unchanged, the field will be called "UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium" following the partnership announced on Wednesday.
If you work or live in Whittier, you might've noticed there are a few new robots rolling around town. They're called Dax Bots, and they're helping the city map out sidewalk conditions.
Nancy Lemus, the widow of a deputy killed in an explosion last year, claimed the LA County Sheriff's Department failed to adequately train her husband before assigning him to the bomb squad.
Police say that the suspect grabbed the boy and dragged him to a secluded area before sexually assaulting him over the weekend in Westminster.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
S&K Towing Inc. is accused of illegally selling or disposing of vehicles, many of which were towed from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve said rattlesnakes have been coming out to warm themselves in the early-year heat.
Bluey, Bingo and the Heeler family made their grand debut at Disneyland Park on Sunday, with the "Bluey's Best Day Ever" fan experience that transports visitors into the heart of the acclaimed animated series.
One bicyclist was killed and another was seriously injured after a car crashed into them in Banning late Tuesday night, according to police.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
One person was killed and three others were injured in a crash involving at least five vehicles on the 15 Freeway in Lake Elsinore on Tuesday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved a termination of contract for the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival due to unpaid bills on Tuesday, potentially ending a nearly 40-year run for the Inland Empire event.
Summer gasoline regulations will be waived for 20 days, and possibly longer to try to ease gas prices.
The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
Savannah Guthrie said her family is in agony as she made a tearful plea for someone "to do the right thing" nearly two months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared.
The orphaned bear cubs will receive intensive care even as their exposure to humans is limited, the San Diego Humane Society said.
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
Summer gasoline regulations will be waived for 20 days, and possibly longer to try to ease gas prices.
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
A CBS News analysis of Los Angeles County hospice records found indications of fraud are growing. The House Oversight Committee is now investigating.
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
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.
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.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
Luka Doncic scored 43 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 137-130 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Though Dodger Stadium's name remains unchanged, the field will be called "UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium" following the partnership announced on Wednesday.
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will begin their upcoming season in the National Football League's first regular-season game in Australia, league officials said.
Mikael Granlund scored twice, Alex Killorn had a goal and an assist, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-3.
Yegor Sharangovich scored in the fourth round of the shootout to lead the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
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.
Bluey, Bingo and the Heeler family made their grand debut at Disneyland Park on Sunday, with the "Bluey's Best Day Ever" fan experience that transports visitors into the heart of the acclaimed animated series.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Three men used sledgehammers to smash open display cases in a Macy's store at the Westfield Fashion Square on Wednesday night, temporarily forcing shoppers to shelter-in-place.
USL League One soccer club AV Alta FC is now in year two, and by all indications, it's been a big success for the antelope valley! The club plays their home matches at the former stadium of the Lancaster JetHawks. Our Jill Painter Lopez shows us how the transformation all came together in this venue vignette.
Coffee with CBS LA goes to Thousand Oaks where Amy Johnson visits Longevity Coffee and spends time with the community.
Santa Barbara residents are concerned that an oil pipeline at the center of a devastating spill a decade ago will reopen after the Trump Administration used the Defense Production Act to restart offshore drilling. CBS LA's Alys Martinez reports.
If you work or live in Whittier, you might've noticed there are a few new robots rolling around town. They're called Dax Bots, and they're helping the city map out sidewalk conditions. Zach Boetto 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.
