STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. In this series, we talk to local people who are making a difference using the STEAM approach! STEAM stories air every Sunday during the CBS2 News!
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STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. In this series, we talk to local people who are making a difference using the STEAM approach! STEAM stories air every Sunday during the CBS2 News!
Justin Cox took a life-changing experience like the pandemic and turned it into a career, repurposing the shells of basketballs, and turning them into indoor planters. After adding color, art and branding, Cox sells the planters for sustainable decor pieces for plants. Rachel Kim reports.
Jennifer Barrick is a civil engineer for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power managing the overhaul of the segment of the Los Angeles Aqueduct, known as The Cascades. Barrick said her work as an aqueduct manager relies on her knowledge of science, engineering and math.
Annette Geddes-Washington is a licensed vocational nurse at the Chan Soon-Shiong Research Institute in El Segundo. Of all the STEAM disciplines, she says her career as a research nurse relies most on science.
Melissa Bacelar is the owner of the Wagmore Luxury Pet Hotel and Spa and Wagmor Pets — a nonprofit focused on rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs in need. Bacelar said she relies mostly on science, technology and math to run her businesses.
This week, we focus on art and math! Meet Kristen Griffith, who makes her living by making Halloween magic.
Dave Anderson is the founder of Captain Dave's Dolphin and Whale Safari. For the past 25 years, he and his team have scoured the local waters in search of some of the world's most breathtaking signs of life. Of all the STEAM disciplines, Anderson relies most on science, technology and art.
Meet Scott Porter, bureau commander of technology for the Los Angeles Fire Department. Pat Harvey reports.
STEAM Stories: LA Public Library / Read, Baby, Read
Librarian, Vivienne Byrd talks about the S.T.E.A.M. Library program, which helps build critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, communication and creativity.
Exotic snake breeder Jay Brewer works at Prehistoric Pets, a pet shop in a Fountain Valley strip mall, where he handles all sorts of reptiles.
Some of the youngest students in Denver returned to the classroom on Jan. 11 with much cleaner air than before thanks to scientists at the University of Colorado.
A high school sophomore in Virginia has created an award-winning app to promote positive mental health after witnessing her peers struggle with mental health during the pandemic.
An 8th grader from the Seattle area recently gave the gift of mobility to a disabled toddler by building him a customized toy car as part of a project funded by a Los Angeles County-based nonprofit.
The Rubik's Cube has been puzzling people for decades. But when a Wisconsin high school student spotted one in his school's library, he learned an impressive skill and a little history along the way.
The U.S. Air Force is making history by graduating its largest class of female test pilots and engineers at Edwards Air Force Base in the Mojave Desert of Southern California.
Mental health was a top concern on college campuses even before the pandemic added the stress of remote learning, financial strain and isolation. But now there's help from a unlikely source.
Thousands of students around the world are mining the soil under our feet, looking for bacteria that produce new life-saving antibiotics that the world desperately needs right now, experts say.
Call it the "Fauci Effect." Medical schools across the country are experiencing an 18 percent surge in applications, according to a report by the Association of American Medical College.
Meet Spot and Rivet: 43-inch long, 70-pound robot dogs with cameras all around.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
Suspect information remains under investigation, authorities said.
SoCal Edison filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles County and other agencies over the Eaton Fire on Friday.
Police have arrested a third person in connection with the murder of a Tennessee man who was affiliated with the Inland Empire religious group "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies."
A 25-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Dramatic video shows the motorcyclist on the hood of a nearby car after he was ejected from the bike in Long Beach last weekend. The married couple remains hospitalized a week after their fiery crash.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
SoCal Edison filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles County and other agencies over the Eaton Fire on Friday.
Rick Caruso, the runner-up in the Los Angeles Mayoral race four years ago, announced he will not pursue elected office at this time.
Beverly Hills police said the suspect beat the man with a metal object before running him over with his vehicle.
Federal prosecutors charged a man who allegedly threatened to kill Vice President JD Vance during his Disneyland trip last year.
An Orange County man has been posting social media videos of car crashes in front of his house to hopefully spur safety changes at his Huntington Beach intersection.
After his son died while hiking Mount Baldy, Kenneth Muensch Casanova called on Angeles National Forest officials to require permits on the dangerous mountain.
A Santa Ana community scrambled to ensure their 101-year-old neighbor wasn't left behind when a fire broke out in her condo.
Orange County prosecutors said the suspect was allegedly sex trafficking a 17-year-old girl in Anaheim.
Nearly 25 years after a 32-year-old woman's car was found abandoned and she was found dead in Hesperia, authorities have made an arrest for her murder.
Police have arrested a third person in connection with the murder of a Tennessee man who was affiliated with the Inland Empire religious group "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies."
A man was arrested after he allegedly broke into a Redlands home on Thursday night, but only after he was confronted by the homeowner, who shot him, police said.
Deputies said that the driver lost control of their vehicle and slammed into the building at around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday.
After his son died while hiking Mount Baldy, Kenneth Muensch Casanova called on Angeles National Forest officials to require permits on the dangerous mountain.
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to placate President Trump and build a strong relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
A 21-year-old who demonstrated in Santa Ana, California, against the shooting death of Renee Good says exercising his right to free speech nearly cost him his life.
Kyle Tucker has agreed to a $240 million, four-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, bolstering the franchise's chance for a third consecutive World Series championship.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
A Minnesota judge put limits Friday on the tactics that federal law enforcement are permitted to use in their handling of protests over the Trump administration's surge of immigration resources to Minneapolis.
Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to placate President Trump and build a strong relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
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.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
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.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Gabriela Jaquez scored 22 points, and No. 3 UCLA pulled away in a dominant third quarter to beat 12th-ranked Maryland 99-67 on Sunday.
Shaedon Sharpe had 25 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 132-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, who were playing without top scorer Luka Doncic.
Mikael Granlund scored at 4:02 of overtime, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 to sweep a two-game weekend set in the Freeway Faceoff rivalry.
Braden Smith stole the ball and scored a layup with 23 seconds left, helping No. 5 Purdue edge Southern California 69-64.
John Mobley Jr. scored 28 points and knocked down a career-high six 3-pointers as Ohio State pulled away in the second half for an 86-74 win over UCLA on Saturday.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
"The Notebook The Musical" has taken the stage at the Pantages Theater in Hollywood. CBS LA's Marina Jurica sat down with the author of the original novel, Nicholas Sparks, to discuss the play.
Runners got a unique racing opportunity for the Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday morning. Alys Martinez reports.
A warm winter Sunday is ahead for Southern California. Alex Biston reports.
Dramatic video shows the moments a motorcycle was engulfed in flame and a motorcyclist on the hood of a nearby car after they were ejected in a grisly crash in Long Beach last weekend. The married couple remains hospitalized a week after their fiery crash, where Zach Boetto speaks with their family.
The Monterey Park community gathered on Saturday for a day of resilience in remembrance of the 2023 mass shooting that left 11 people dead.
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.
