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!
What started as a competition between colleges could one day become the future of affordable housing, as students from Burbank's Woodbury University lent their idea and designs to 3D print a home in Los Angeles County — the first of it's kind in the region. Jeff Nguyen takes a deeper look at how the trial could become the precedent.
Part of Woodbury University's student 2023 Solar Decathlon project, it is the first such permitted structure in the city of Los Angeles
Pearson of Custom Props Inc. says his company builds a lot of special effects props for movies and television, and every project is different
Today's STEAM profile introduces us to a woman who sold Kylie Jenner her first fluffy bird! Meet Gloria Adams, founder of California Silkie Chickens Ranch.
Meet Dr. Evan Zahn, a congenital cardiologist and this week's STEAM profile.
Arborist Jack Smith uses mostly science when growing trees. He chose the career of an arborist as a way to combat climate change.
Dr. Knauss uses science, engineering, art and math to create aesthetic prosthetics for people with amputations
Rex Covington uses technology, art, and math for his ice works
Exploring how science plays a role in all things fun at the OC Fair.
Mitch Solomon uses science, art and math in his career as a chameleon breeder
Millions of parents give their children an allowance. For decades it was paid in cash, but the technology behind kid-friendly debit cards are giving families a new option.
Wildfires continue to rage in the western half of the country and hurricane season has already caused widespread devastation from the Gulf Coast to the Eastern Seaboard. But researchers say there are ways to protect homes before disaster strikes.
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc, the parent company of the Silicon Valley-based search-engine giant Google, is expanding its autonomous ride-hailing service to San Francisco.
Schools that are looking to offer authentic learning experiences to students can't get much more authentic than opening a real bank.
As electric vehicles take over the streets, they're proving to be popular off-road, too. The eco-friendly jeeps are giving tourists in Africa quieter and cleaner safaris.
Researchers at Virginia Tech are unleashing a mobile robot dog to help collect data at construction sites.
An art student in England is making music with food, inspired by watching Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) cooking videos.
A technology program at the University of South Carolina is making toys accessible for kids with disabilities in more ways than one.
Many Americans who lost work during the pandemic are considering new careers. A ground breaking environmental program is giving people a helping hand, with free training for green jobs.
Someone stole a truck from the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society while its staff responded to a wildfire in a Chino Hills neighborhood.
According to an official city news release, the Long Beach Pride Festival "Will not be able to take place this year as sufficient information to safely permit the event has not been made available by the event organizers."
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a bus in Santa Monica.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
The agreement includes exclusive local broadcasts of Rams preseason games, weekly year-round programming, a coaches show featuring head coach Sean McVay and original Rams content available across all CBS LA platforms.
Someone stole a truck from the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society while its staff responded to a wildfire in a Chino Hills neighborhood.
According to an official city news release, the Long Beach Pride Festival "Will not be able to take place this year as sufficient information to safely permit the event has not been made available by the event organizers."
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a bus in Santa Monica.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
According to law enforcement, the car theft happened around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the 9800 block of Eighth Street, from the auto restoration business Wagenmasters.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
A 71-year-old man in Irvine is accused of beating a group of ducklings, killing one before throwing them in a trash can.
More than 100 deaths have been attributed to e-Bikes and e-motorcycles in the U.S., and injuries have spiked 430% in just the last four years in Southern California, according to the Orange County District Attorney's Office.
An Orange County mother appeared in court on Tuesday as she faces involuntary manslaughter and several other charges for a deadly e-motorcycle crash in which her son struck an 81-year-old man and left him with critical injuries that eventually resulted in his death in April.
A 21-year-old from Laguna Niguel was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that killed two people three years ago.
Someone stole a truck from the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society while its staff responded to a wildfire in a Chino Hills neighborhood.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office said the violent arrest happened after the deputy pulled the girl away from a fight.
Rialto police arrested a man who allegedly broke into several businesses on Wednesday night. Officers said the suspect was on early release for a previous burglary conviction.
The fire has burned about 30 acres in the hills near Tonner Canyon in Chino Hills, according to Cal Fire.
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin say their concern is there may be more emergency exit doors than flight attendants in the event of an evacuation.
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin say their concern is there may be more emergency exit doors than flight attendants in the event of an evacuation.
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in a debate hosted Thursday by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
Top gubernatorial candidates met onstage Thursday at a debate hosted by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his final budget proposal Thursday.
A former chief of staff to Gov. Gavin Newsom has pleaded guilty in an alleged scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.
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.
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.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
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.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
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.
The agreement includes exclusive local broadcasts of Rams preseason games, weekly year-round programming, a coaches show featuring head coach Sean McVay and original Rams content available across all CBS LA platforms.
Shohei Ohtani tossed four-hit ball over seven shutout innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-0 win over the San Francisco Giants.
Tomas Totland scored four minutes into the match and fellow defender Rafael Santos added a second-half goal to help St. Louis City beat Los Angeles FC for the first time, 2-1.
Calvin Harris had a goal and two assists and Dejan Joveljić scored against his former team, leading Sporting Kansas City to a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Jason Heyward is back in baseball less than two months after retiring as a player.
René Cárdenas, the first Spanish-language broadcaster for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers during a 60-year career, has died.
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
One of the first places of worship damaged during the Palisades Fire reopened more than a year after the fire. Hunter Sowards reports.
The City of Long Beach canceled the Pride Festival after organizers failed to provide the necessary documentation for safety reviews and inspections. The Pride Parade will still take place on Sunday. is hosting the annual Pride Parade on Sunday, but the bulk of the weekend's scheduled events are not happening. The Pride Festival at Marina Green Park has been canceled due to safety permitting issues, according to the city. Laurie Perez reports.
Desmond Shaw flies to Ventura High School for tonight's Look At This!
Skyrocketing food and energy prices are having a brutal impact on Los Angeles County's food truck businesses. Brittney Ermon reports.
Federal agents arrested a man accused of planning terrorist attacks in Jewish communities in LA and New York. Lauren Pozen 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.
