Trump announces $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
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The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Unauthorized immigrants make up nearly 5% of the U.S. workforce, according to 2022 estimates, and a higher share in construction and agriculture.
Bird flu has spread to dairy cattle across the U.S., causing cows to produce less milk.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
Nearly 2 million farmworkers help put food on American tables today, but modern machines powered by AI could eventually replace many of them.
After drought and Texas' largest-ever wildfire, many farmers are facing a "total wipeout" that could force many to leave generations-old land behind.
While hepatitis A has not actually been detected on these products, the FDA is urging consumers "out of an abundance of caution" to return the recalled items for a refund.
When honeybees get sick with American Foulbrood disease, their hives must be incinerated, impacting the bee population and, in turn, the global food supply.
Customs and Border Patrol released the woman after seizing the giraffe and zebra bones.
Annual holiday feast is likely to see sharply higher prices for turkey and other traditional food items.
Agriculture agency proposes rules to force food processors to reduce salmonella bacteria found in chicken.
A small but influential court in Delaware could make it harder for the Tesla founder to wriggle out of $44 billion deal.
Manufacturers are again downsizing packaging in an effort to ease the hit from inflation. Are they going too far?
A process known as pyrolosis which involves superheating almond shells to create a recipe to help farmers grow crops in a more environmentally friendly way.
Bad growing conditions, lower prices, and scaled-back production are to blame.
Big Sugar and Big Corn face off in court this week in a bitter, multibillion-dollar battle of sweeteners that boils down to a mix of science, semantics and marketing.
Another imperative first has been accomplished in space, thanks to the crew on board the International Space Station.
Data show less than a third of the farmers, water districts and communities responded to the broadest conservation order for those with nearly ironclad water rights by the State Water Resources Control Board.
Minutes before the sun dawned on the coast of central California on Saturday, NASA looked to the skies, and launched a critical part of its Earth Sciences mission into Low-Earth Orbit.
As California remains in the midst of a tremendous drought, an Orange County farmer believes he may have discovered the farming method of the future after his crops began thriving while using much less water than usual.
A bill moving through the California Legislature is heating up the hot button issue of immigration reform.
The ubiquitous backyard citrus tree, symbolic of California's agricultural abundance, is front and center in the battle now under way to save the state's nearly $2 billion citrus industry.
The world's most destructive grain pest was found at LAX in a recent shipment of rice from Saudi Arabia for the second time this year.
A group of young volunteers are doing what they can to put a dent in the mounting hunger in Los Angeles.
Strawberries are still the top crop in Ventura County where agriculture revenues rose 14.5 percent last year to nearly $2 billion.
More than 20 years after a 27-year-old Indio man was fatally shot when leaving a party in La Quinta, Riverside County detectives have reopened the cold case to try finding his killer.
Los Angeles police have shared new video of a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian severely injured in North Hollywood last month as they continue searching for the driver.
The Los Angeles Police Department arrested one of its officers on two counts of insurance fraud tied to workers' compensation claims.
Documents from Moreno Valley's city attorney showed that the unresolved violations date back to at least March 2025.
Police were called to the home for reports of "suspicious circumstances" by the property's landlord. They later handed the investigation over to FBI officials, who have been at the home since Monday.
It's not clear what wrongdoing, if any, Alberto Carvalho is accused of.
More than 20 years after a 27-year-old Indio man was fatally shot when leaving a party in La Quinta, Riverside County detectives have reopened the cold case to try finding his killer.
Los Angeles police have shared new video of a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian severely injured in North Hollywood last month as they continue searching for the driver.
The Los Angeles Police Department arrested one of its officers on two counts of insurance fraud tied to workers' compensation claims.
Documents from Moreno Valley's city attorney showed that the unresolved violations date back to at least March 2025.
Los Angeles police have shared new video of a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian severely injured in North Hollywood last month as they continue searching for the driver.
The Los Angeles Police Department arrested one of its officers on two counts of insurance fraud tied to workers' compensation claims.
LAPD investigators are asking for help identifying two people accused of an ATM distraction scheme targeting elderly people.
A Los Angeles County man who is accused of using bug spray to poison his roommate's food was arrested on Tuesday at a home in Saugus.
Dawud and Colleen Burke, the parents of David Burke, better known as the singer d4vd, are fighting subpoenas to testify before a Los Angeles grand jury.
Police were called to the home for reports of "suspicious circumstances" by the property's landlord. They later handed the investigation over to FBI officials, who have been at the home since Monday.
The Santa Ana Police Department booked the inmate into the Theo Lacy Facility on Feb. 19 for vehicle theft, receiving a stolen vehicle and obstructing or resisting a peace officer.
One man was killed and another was wounded when they were shot at while driving in Santa Ana late Friday, according to police.
If you're looking to visit a museum, dozens of exhibits are offering free admission this weekend.
Four suspects stole about $180,000 worth of collectibles and Pokémon cards from an Anaheim store earlier this week.
More than 20 years after a 27-year-old Indio man was fatally shot when leaving a party in La Quinta, Riverside County detectives have reopened the cold case to try finding his killer.
Documents from Moreno Valley's city attorney showed that the unresolved violations date back to at least March 2025.
San Bernardino police have shared information on a homicide suspect who is wanted in connection with a shooting that left a single mother dead in early February.
Two people were arrested after their brazen burglary of a semi-truck at a busy Chino intersection was caught on camera last week.
At least 10 donkeys have been killed since December in a series of mysterious attacks in Riverside County, leaving wildlife activists desperate for answers.
Federal immigration agents arrested 261 DACA recipients during the first 10 months of the second Trump administration, according to statistics shared with Congress.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
CBS News fact checked President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's Democratic response.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night as the party attempts to counter the president's message.
At least 10 FBI employees who worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's retention of classified records were fired Wednesday, multiple sources said.
Federal immigration agents arrested 261 DACA recipients during the first 10 months of the second Trump administration, according to statistics shared with Congress.
CBS News fact checked President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's Democratic response.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night as the party attempts to counter the president's message.
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.
Riverside County health officials have reported the second and third measles cases of the year, which they say could be connected to the county's first case that was reported last week.
Health officials say that an unvaccinated minor visited the Walmart Supercenter in Ontario on Jan. 29.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
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.
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.
High-scoring forward Denis Bouanga has agreed to a multiyear contract extension with Los Angeles FC.
Donovan Dent led UCLA past Southern California 81-62 with a season-high 30 points.
Wendell Carter Jr. made a go-ahead putback with 6.7 seconds to play, Paolo Banchero scored 36 points and the Orlando Magic finished a strong West Coast trip with a 110-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Desmond Bane scored 36 points and Paolo Banchero added 16 points and eight assists as the Orlando Magic held on for a 111-109 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
A Los Angeles County man who is accused of using bug spray to poison his roommate's food was arrested on Tuesday at a home in Saugus. Mike Rogers reports.
Luzdelia Caballero speaks with the owner of a dog that was viciously attacked by a mountain lion while they were on a walk in Glendale on Monday night.
The FBI served a series of search warrants at the Los Angeles home of L.A. Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, as well as the district's headquarters on Wednesday morning, officials said. Sources told CBS News that the FBI also raided a Florida residence linked to Carvalho. Ross Palombo reports.
FBI officials are investigating "suspicious materials" that were found at a home in Irvine earlier this week.
Newly obtained letters between the City of Moreno Valley and the Moreno Valley Mall suggest that the shopping center may have known about the fire code violations for months before being red-tagged last week. 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.
