California lawmakers to consider reparations proposals
After conducting over two years of research and holding public hearings, the task force presented its findings and recommendations to lawmakers last week.
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After conducting over two years of research and holding public hearings, the task force presented its findings and recommendations to lawmakers last week.
California's first-in-the-nation reparations task force is meeting for the final time in a crowded hearing room in Sacramento.
Gov. Gavin Newsom and Bay Area elected officials spoke out on Saturday marking the one-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
The family of actor Julian Sands has released its first statement five months after he disappeared while hiking in California.
Are prison reform laws leading to more rehabilitation and fewer felons reoffending after release? CDCR can't (or won't) say. The agency's recidivism report is dated and incomplete. Now, CBS Sacramento is getting answers to a growing list of questions.
Donald Santini had been on the run since 1984, when Florida authorities linked him to the strangling death of Cynthia Wood.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing an amendment to the United States Constitution that would enshrine into law regulations on guns, including implementing universal background checks and raising the minimum age to buy a firearm to 21.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management said that the state's relocation program for migrants was voluntary.
A group of 20 migrants arrived in Sacramento Monday, days after a flight carrying 16 migrants landed in the city. Officials linked both flights to the state of Florida.
Allstate and others say thousands of natural disasters in recent years have made the state too expensive to cover.
Baseball legend Steve Garvey, who played for the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, is meeting with voters and senior GOP officials as he weighs a potential 2024 Senate bid in a race that already has several prominent Democratic contenders.
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
The organization that runs the Holiday Bowl has filed a lawsuit against the Pac-12 Conference and the University of California Regents for UCLA backing out of the 2021 game due to COVID-19 concerns.
Van Houten is serving a life sentence for her role in the murders of Leno and Rosemary LaBianca.
The kittens were found in a patch of poison oak in the Simi Hills – and officials believe they're being raised by a single lion mom after their father left them behind.
The Colorado River proposal from Arizona, California and Nevada aims to conserve at least 3 million acre-feet of water through the end of 2026.
Eagle Mountain, founded in 1948, was a bustling company village for Kaiser Steel Mine until its closure in the '80s.
The apparent gunfight happened at an off-road vehicle rally in Mexico's Baja California state, near the U.S. border. It prompted an intense mobilization of army, navy, and state and local police units.
Brooks Koepka is a major champion again.
The California condor is at risk of extinction once again, and once again, an emergency vaccination campaign is required to stave off a deadly infection and possible extinction.
The Supreme Court has rejected a challenge to a California animal cruelty law that affects the pork industry.
Superior Court Judge Herriford rejected arguments from lawyers for rapper Tory Lanez that evidence was wrongly admitted at the trial.
Lawyers say California will pay a $24 million civil rights settlement to the family of a man who died in police custody after screaming "I can't breathe.".
The nine-member committee gave final approval at a meeting in Oakland to a hefty list of proposals that now go to state lawmakers to consider for reparations legislation.
Officers were called to two house parties near the campus of California State University, Chico early Saturday morning on reports of gunfire, police said.
While we celebrate the city's creative growth, our goal is to focus on the modern stories of local residents, diving into key community conversations and the unique issues navigating life in Culver City today.
The large blaze quickly prompted officials to order a temporary shelter-in-place order in the neighboring areas of the 1400 block of S. Los Palos Street.
A proposed tax on billionaires' assets is now eligible for the November 2026 ballot in California, the Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday.
Fans are expected to flood parts of Koreatown and downtown LA as Mexico gets ready to face South Korea at 6 p.m.
Authorities say this is the second phase of their "Free MacArthur Park" initiative, which is a multi-phase effort that began in May to disrupt the sale of fentanyl, methamphetamine and other illegal narcotics.
Residents were asked to stay inside, shut their doors and windows and stop running air conditioning units due to the smoke from the fire.
While we celebrate the city's creative growth, our goal is to focus on the modern stories of local residents, diving into key community conversations and the unique issues navigating life in Culver City today.
The large blaze quickly prompted officials to order a temporary shelter-in-place order in the neighboring areas of the 1400 block of S. Los Palos Street.
A proposed tax on billionaires' assets is now eligible for the November 2026 ballot in California, the Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday.
Fans are expected to flood parts of Koreatown and downtown LA as Mexico gets ready to face South Korea at 6 p.m.
While we celebrate the city's creative growth, our goal is to focus on the modern stories of local residents, diving into key community conversations and the unique issues navigating life in Culver City today.
The large blaze quickly prompted officials to order a temporary shelter-in-place order in the neighboring areas of the 1400 block of S. Los Palos Street.
Fans are expected to flood parts of Koreatown and downtown LA as Mexico gets ready to face South Korea at 6 p.m.
Authorities say this is the second phase of their "Free MacArthur Park" initiative, which is a multi-phase effort that began in May to disrupt the sale of fentanyl, methamphetamine and other illegal narcotics.
Los Angeles public health staff said the traveler arrived at LAX on June 11 and stayed at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Police say that the beige/tan Chrysler PT Cruiser has a faded convertible top, unique lights, chrome rims and will likely have front-end damage after the June 5 crash that killed a bicyclist near the intersection of Bluegrass Street and Arlington Avenue.
People living in Southern California beach cities were busy preparing for a weekend full of king tides and powerful surf that could cause flooding in some low-lying areas.
An emergency room nurse from Temecula and a U.S. Marine veteran were killed when they were struck by a car on the 15 Freeway in San Diego County last week after they stopped to help the victims of a crash.
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Riverside residents are raising concerns about reports that some of the historic artwork inside the Mission Inn, including the Taft Chair and the statue of the goddess Pomona, has been removed following the hotel's recent purchase.
Riverside County homicide investigators have announced two arrests in connection with a homicide in May that left a 47-year-old man dead in Home Gardens.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
A proposed tax on billionaires' assets is now eligible for the November 2026 ballot in California, the Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday.
Gov. Newsom's office is escalating its fight with the Trump administration, sending a letter Tuesday to Acting U.S. AG Todd Blanche accusing the Justice Department of conducting a politically motivated investigation into his wife and associates.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
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.
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.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
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.
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.
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.
Corbin Carroll hit a grand slam, Eduardo Rodriguez earned his 100th career win on the mound and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-1.
Freddie Freeman hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the sixth inning, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Mike Trout hit a two-run home run and an RBI double for the Los Angeles Angels in a 7-0 shutout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th home run of the season and Justin Wrobleski threw six innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 1-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee will begin accepting applications for 60,000 positions on its volunteer crew starting in July.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Amazon Prime Day alert with Gene Petrino, national security expert. Petrino offers tips for keeping packages safe and out of sight of potential thieves.
LA County Librarian José Parra discusses the annual Summer Discovery Program and what it offers: reading challenges, prize drawings, and free events for all ages.
Zev Yaroslavsky, director of the Los Angeles Initiative at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and former city council member, discusses the latest issues facing the city council.
UCLA Professor Ben Radd discusses the details of the U.S. and Iran deal.
New World screwworm has spread into the U.S., but has not yet been detected in California. It is a species of parasitic fly that feeds on the tissue or flesh of warm-blooded animals and people.
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.
