USDA declares California free of invasive fruit flies after outbreak
U.S. officials said an unprecedented outbreak of invasive fruit flies that took hold in California last year has been eradicated.
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U.S. officials said an unprecedented outbreak of invasive fruit flies that took hold in California last year has been eradicated.
In 2010, Kamala Harris became the first female, Black and South Asian attorney general in California history.
A fire was reported in an empty guest room at the hotel in California where the Dallas Cowboys stay for training camp but there were no injuries, according to the team.
Newsom signed a package of bills Friday targeting organized retail theft and other property crimes that will include stricter punishments for repeat offenders.
Oarfish have a reputation as harbingers of disasters — and this one was spotted just two days before a 4.4 quake rattled Los Angeles.
Investigators announced a major breakthrough in a decades old cold case on Tuesday, linking the 1986 killing of 19-year-old Cathy Small to William Suff, a serial killer previously convicted of 12 murders.
A California man with a history of political violence has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for attacking police with flagpoles and other makeshift weapons during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has a message to local governments: clear homeless encampments now or lose out on state funding next year.
More than 640 structures have so far been destroyed by the Park Fire as it continues to grow beyond 402,000 acres.
"Everything is burning," one survivor said of the raging Park Fire in California, as officials say the state's wildfire activity is already 2,816% higher this year than in 2023.
A federal judge has ordered the University of California, Los Angeles, to craft a plan to protect Jewish students.
Cooler temperatures and an increase in humidity on Saturday could help slow the Park Fire, the largest blaze so far this year in California.
A Cal Fire official said the blaze was spreading at a rate of 4,000 to 5,000 acres per hour.
Gov. Gavin Newsom's order would direct state agencies on how to remove the thousands of tents and makeshift shelters across the state that line freeways, clutter shopping center parking lots and fill city parks.
In a Sierra foothills town where the California gold rush began, Black families are seeking restitution for land taken from their ancestors for a state park.
The authorization does not mean a strike will happen immediately and both sides could reach a deal. If a strike does happen, it would be the first at Disneyland in 40 years.
Researchers are asking the public to help them study a "mega-den" filled with hundreds, if not thousands, of rattlesnakes using a live video feed.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law barring school districts from passing policies requiring schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.
Instead of facing trial for attempted murder, the Pasadena doctor accused of trying to kill his wife and kids by driving their Tesla off a cliff was released on Monday.
A visitor to Death Valley National Park died Sunday from heat exposure and another person was hospitalized as the temperature reached 128 degrees.
The National Weather Service said record-breaking temperatures can be expected throughout the weekend.
With just hours to spare, Democratic legislators announced Sunday night an agreement on a Prop 47 reform initiative they plan to put on a ballot.
The Napa Valley Wine Train is going green to protect the delicate environment it travels through.
California Governor Gavin Newsom was in the spin room in Atlanta for the presidential debate on Thursday in support of President Joe Biden.
Video posted to The Citizen App showed the man being shot at with less-than-lethal munitions before running out of view.
The $1 million is part of a $3 million program that will fund remediation costs for lead-contaminated soil.
The player hit five of the six winning numbers, missing just the Mega Ball.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, will operate the theater and the adjacent theater formerly known as ArcLight Cinemas.
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Video posted to The Citizen App showed the man being shot at with less-than-lethal munitions before running out of view.
The $1 million is part of a $3 million program that will fund remediation costs for lead-contaminated soil.
The player hit five of the six winning numbers, missing just the Mega Ball.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, will operate the theater and the adjacent theater formerly known as ArcLight Cinemas.
Heat was expected to peak between Thursday and Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
The $1 million is part of a $3 million program that will fund remediation costs for lead-contaminated soil.
During the second day of the preliminary hearing in the murder case against D4vd, prosecutors called several witnesses to the stand.
After months of testing a new program aimed at catching bike lane violators, the city of Santa Monica is now issuing tickets with the help of an artificial intelligence-powered camera system.
Last week, regulators outlined more than two dozen measures that Lineage must implement to mitigate the foul odors coming from its burned warehouse.
Irvine Police Department officers responded to a man having a mental crisis in a residential area at Silkwood and Sungate around noon. Officer Ziggy Azarcon said officers attempted to negotiate a peaceful surrender for about an hour.
Ladera Ranch residents believe there's a high concentration of Ewing sarcoma cases in their neighborhood, with as many as six children diagnosed with the extremely rare cancer in recent years.
An investigation is underway in Laguna Beach, where a woman in her 60s was found dead inside her home on Monday.
Police said that 2,200 pounds of methamphetamine were seized during a search warrant at an Anaheim home.
A Metrolink train carrying approximately 500 people was forced to evacuate in Orange County on Saturday afternoon due to a mechanical issue.
From savory eats to everything fried and sweet treats, there are more than 100 food vendors serving up fair food, and for a chance to try a little of everything, the Taste of the Fair promotion offers samplings for $5 at participating booths.
The fire was reported at around 1:30 p.m. in the Mead Valley area according to Riverside County firefighters.
Police said that the man was found naked in the grass with injuries to his face and that all of his belongings were in a nearby trash can.
Surveillance video footage showed the moments when two thieves allegedly stole up to $20,000 in memorabilia from a collectible card shop in Corona over the weekend.
An injured bald eagle was rescued from Big Bear Lake by wildlife officials after it was involved in a fight, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation.
Riverside County signed an emergency waiver that allows El Sobrante Landfill to exceed its maximum tonnage limits.
Carl Isom-McDaniel was on a walk with his grandson at Yellowstone National Park earlier this month when a bison suddenly charged at him and threw him 8 feet into the air.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion. Sources told CBS News the total cost could be far higher, in part due to military construction for damaged U.S. bases.
The recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
A United Airlines employee appears to have been caught on video threatening to call ICE on a passenger last week at San Francisco International Airport.
Sen. Darline Graham, who is serving out the remainder of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's term in the Senate, said she will seek a full term for the South Carolina seat her brother held for more than two decades.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told lawmakers the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion. Sources told CBS News the total cost could be far higher, in part due to military construction for damaged U.S. bases.
Sen. Darline Graham, who is serving out the remainder of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's term in the Senate, said she will seek a full term for the South Carolina seat her brother held for more than two decades.
Homeland Security Investigations is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
This is the first time in more than 150 years that a vice president's family had a child while in office.
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
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.
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.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
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.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
Walbert Ureña pitched six innings of one-run ball, Jorge Soler and Jo Adell each drove in two runs in a five-run first inning and the Los Angeles Angels extended their winning streak to three games with a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night.
Max Muncy hit a two-run homer, Justin Wrobleski pitched into the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Zack Wheeler and the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Vaughn Grissom drove in the tying run with a one-out double in the ninth inning and Jo Adell was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded to give the Los Angeles Angels a 3-2 comeback win over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Trea Turner hit two homers, including the 200th of his career, and drove in five runs, Bryce Harper and Brandon Marsh also went deep and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-7.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Los Angeles County's chief medical examiner is emphasizing the need for greater transparency when it comes to autopsies following celebrity deaths.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
1st Fruits Farm in Temecula lets visitors pick seasonal fruits and vegetables, offering farm tours and farmstand shopping.
Should you use AI to help with your finances? CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBS LA to give her tips and tricks.
Areva Martin, Special Needs Network founder, discusses the expansion of programs at the center as the ribbon-cutting ceremony takes place Friday for a new food truck concept and artisan café.
The preliminary hearing for d4vd continues on Wednesday. Attorney Rachel Fiset joins CBS LA to give the latest updates.
Did you know the Dodgers have a Team Botanist? Yep, Chaz Perea walks Jill Painter Lopez through all the cool spots in and around the stadium that he & his team curate year-round
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.
