Shark Fin Ban Proposed By California Lawmakers
Less than one week after Lunar New Year, California legislators have introduced a bill to ban the possession, sale and distribution of shark fins used in a traditional soup.
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Less than one week after Lunar New Year, California legislators have introduced a bill to ban the possession, sale and distribution of shark fins used in a traditional soup.
Voters upset with partisan gridlock in the nation's most populous state decided last year to try a new way of electing lawmakers -- an open primary system in which only the top two vote-getters advance, even if they are from the same political party.
Arnold Schwarzenegger may have left the State Capitol with low approval ratings, but the former governor says he'll be back before the movie cameras soon.
City Councilman Ed Reyes has some harsh words for recent efforts by the top attorney in Los Angeles to punish "professional" protesters.
The financially-battered state doled out a new record in unemployment benefits, and the slumping economic recovery may see that amount grow even more.
The former governor wrote on Twitter that he's ready to start considering film roles again.
The campaign for the 14th District has been marked by mud-slinging and name-calling, but Jose Huizar and Rudy Martinez say they want to cool it down.
Gov. Jerry Brown will discuss his proposal to eliminate the state budget deficit Thursday night when he makes his first public appearance in Los Angeles since being sworn in last month.
City Clerk Rebecca Valdez is the second witness to be called during the first of three back-to-back preliminary hearings.
The Los Angeles City Council has voted to create a special committee tasked with reviewing issues related to a downtown NFL stadium proposed by sports and entertainment company AEG.
For the First Lady, there is such a thing as too many friends — or too many enemies.
California Gov. Jerry Brown says he's dropping a plan to sell 24 state government buildings to private investors.
The six current and former officials facing charges of looting the working-class suburb of Bell were actually highly paid puppets of the Los Angeles suburb's disgraced city manager, according to the testimony of the lone member of the city council not facing criminal charges.
Vernon plans to hire $500-an-hour lawyers to conduct an ethics review as it struggles to avoid losing its cityhood.
A Los Angeles County health warning about the dangers of the drug Ecstasy at raves is drawing criticism.
A Bellflower liquor store was ransacked early Saturday morning near the same intersection where more than 100 vehicles were taking part in a street takeover, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
47-year-old David Ngy of Helendale was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.
Deputies said that they were called to an area near the aqueduct for a man who was allegedly holding a knife and covered in blood.
A Bellflower liquor store was ransacked early Saturday morning near the same intersection where more than 100 vehicles were taking part in a street takeover, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
A Los Angeles couple says that a driver tried to run them over in the Mid-Wilshire area on Wednesday after they briefly exchanged words while walking their dog.
The crash was first reported at around 7 p.m. on southbound lanes near Victory Boulevard, according to the California Highway Patrol incident log for the crash.
A 62-year-old man using a wheelchair to cross a South Los Angeles street late Wednesday night was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver, according to police.
Some West Hollywood residents still can't move back into their homes almost one month after a broken pipe flooded streets and buildings.
A woman and a teenage girl were rescued from Aliso Beach in Laguna Beach on Saturday afternoon after they were found unresponsive in the water.
Disneyland hotel workers took to the streets of Anaheim over the weekend to protest for fair wages ahead of their upcoming contract negotiations.
Police said that the couple was involved in some sort of altercation when the incident occurred.
A suspect caused a lockdown at the public defender building in Westminster.
Police said that a person inside the building was hospitalized after suffering injuries in the collision.
Deputies said that they were called to an area near the aqueduct for a man who was allegedly holding a knife and covered in blood.
It happened at around 5:40 p.m. near E. Rider Street and Ramona Expressway, Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials said.
San Bernardino County deputies said that SoCal Edison workers were trimming trees near the man's property when he opened fire at them on Friday.
A Southern California man was arrested for allegedly throwing bottles into the crowd and injuring at least nine people during the first weekend of the Splash House musical festival in Palm Springs last weekend.
Two teenagers were arrested for allegedly vandalizing two schools and a church in the Wildomar and Lake Elsinore areas over the last two months, according to Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigators.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Kate Douglass, 24, is a five-time Olympic medalist.
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted to add President Trump's name to the facade of the performing arts center, more than two months after a judge ordered its removal, according to a Democrat who sits on the center's board.
Senate Democrats are demanding answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the aircraft carrier's record-setting deployment.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
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.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Logan Henderson allowed one run in seven innings, Jake Bauers had four hits and two RBIs, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 to take three of four in the matchup of division leaders.
Noah Cameron pitched a one hitter, Michael Massey and Bobby Witt Jr. hit home runs, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0.
The Los Angeles Dodgers put pitcher Justin Wrobleski on the 15-day injured list because of left forearm irritation.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Anders Dreyer scored on a penalty kick in the 89th minute and CJ dos Santos finished off a clean sheet as San Diego FC pulled off a 1-0 victory over Los Angeles FC.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday announced that nine new television productions would be awarded through the state's film and television tax credit program, which his office estimates will bring over $600 million in production spending.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
Some parts of the LA Jazz Festival were canceled just days before the citywide, two-week party was slated to begin, leaving performers and fans alike in the dark.
A performer will be living inside a billboard 30 feet above the Sunset Strip as Netflix promotes its new film "The Last House."
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is releasing its first new show in four decades as the iconic team works to raise money and purchase its permanent home in Highland Park.
LA County deputies are investigating a burglary that happened near a street takeover in Bellflower on Saturday.
Hundreds of people gathered at St. Matthias Catholic Church in Huntington Park for a mass honoring the victims of the deadly 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia earlier this week.
The iconic brand known for its made-to-order sticks and famous fresh hand-stomped lemonade since 1946 is celebrating National Lemonade Day with a sweet 80-cent offer in honor of its 80th Anniversary. Ericka Oliver with Hot Dog On A Stick joins CBS LA to show off the offer.
LEAP Santa Clarita Children's Museum is hosting a summer workshop giving kids the opportunity to participate in hands-on science activities. LEAP Museum VP Emily Lytle-Painter joins CBS LA to preview the event.
It's been a cooler weekend, but summer weather is roaring back in Southern California. Chloe Carlson reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
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.
