Signatures Submitted To Fight California Bag Ban
If the referendum qualifies, the nation's first statewide ban on single-use plastic bags will be suspended until voters weigh in, effectively buying plastic bag manufacturers more time.
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If the referendum qualifies, the nation's first statewide ban on single-use plastic bags will be suspended until voters weigh in, effectively buying plastic bag manufacturers more time.
California Governor Jerry Brown celebrated Christmas Eve by pardoning over one hundred former convicts, one of them a local man who now works with recovering drug addicts.
California recorded its lowest jobless rate last month since the early months of the Great Recession, while the number of additional jobs was the second-largest gain since the state began keeping that record in 1990.
The court's decree Monday will help settle federal and state disputes and prevent future litigation over oil, gas and other mineral leases.
A federal agency that has jurisdiction over California's bullet train says it has the authority to pre-empt state environmental law, creating uncertainty for numerous lawsuits fighting the project.
The settlement was filed Friday in federal court, where judges would need to approve it before any changes take effect.
Perhaps the biggest job was in Camarillo, about 50 miles northwest of Los Angeles, where a mudslide made 13 homes uninhabitable Friday. The debris flowed down a hillside burned by wildfire last year.
The authority didn't say where in Fresno the January 6 groundbreaking ceremony announced Friday will be held.
According to preliminary data released Thursday the number of high school seniors applying for 2015 freshman admission to the University of California rose by 6.5 percent over last year.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority said Thursday that the low bid for the 65-mile segment was $1.2 billion.
A new report says California's economy is expected to continue its steady recovery and predicts the state unemployment rate will drop nearly two full percentage points by the end of 2016.
Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey partnered with Gascon in a probe of the nascent ridesharing industry. A third company — Sidecar — is still under investigation.
A termed-out state assemblyman was favored Tuesday to succeed state Sen. Rod Wright, who resigned in September after being sentenced for lying about where he lived when he ran for office.
The number of people making appointments to apply for a California driver's license more than doubled in late November — a possible sign of demand for a new license that will soon become available to immigrants in the country illegally, an official said Monday.
With more than 60 percent of jail inmates nationwide awaiting trial and many unable to afford bail, reforms are underway that rely less on the crime charged and a judge's hunch and more on data to predict who can safely be released to later return to court and which dangerous defendants should remain locked up.
Senate President Pro Tem Kevin de Leon, D-Los Angeles, introduced SB15 on Tuesday that would increase state funding, redirect funds from a scholarship program, and charge a higher rate to out-of-state students.
Californians are losing ground on compliance with a state goal to cut water use by 20 percent during the drought, according to statewide water-use figures released Tuesday.
State water officials say they're entering California's wet season with a glimmer of optimism, following three drought years.
Attorney General Kamala Harris on Monday urged the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn a lower court decision invalidating the state's death penalty.
A 2011 California law that sends lower-level felons to county lock-ups to serve their time instead of state prison has caused a spike in narcotics smuggling in county jails, sheriff's officials say.
Drought-stricken Los Angeles averages three water main breaks a day, which some say amounts to the loss of enough water to supply thousands of families a year.
State officials are warning residents to beware of scammers targeting illegal immigrants who want to take advantage of President Barack Obama's newly announced executive order on immigration.
The market for house flipping - where a home is purchased and subsequently sold again within 12 months — could be cooling in Southern California, according to data released Thursday.
The three-judge panel on Friday gave the state a Jan. 1 deadline to start considering parole for nonviolent second-strike inmates.
A bus tour through the Southland Friday signaled the start of open enrollment for Covered California.
Weather officials are urging the public to limit outdoor activities and be aware of heat-related illness.
The raids come as President Donald Trump ramps up his criticism of Mexico's record on fighting drug trafficking.
Diego Zavaleta Penaloza was streaming a shopping spree with a 4-year-old fan at a mall in Arcadia when someone pulled a "swatting" prank on them.
A multi-agency investigation in Southern California uncovered a stash of stolen luxury goods worth more than $6 million.
Prosecutors said the LA County Sheriff's Department evidence custodian allegedly tried to destroy a blood sample taken from his DUI arrest.
Weather officials are urging the public to limit outdoor activities and be aware of heat-related illness.
The raids come as President Donald Trump ramps up his criticism of Mexico's record on fighting drug trafficking.
More than a year after the Palisades Fire, the beachside restaurant Duke's Malibu will reopen and welcome back its customers on Friday.
Just months remain until the California gubernatorial election, and CBS California is teaming up with local organizations for a live debate with the race's top candidates.
Diego Zavaleta Penaloza was streaming a shopping spree with a 4-year-old fan at a mall in Arcadia when someone pulled a "swatting" prank on them.
Weather officials are urging the public to limit outdoor activities and be aware of heat-related illness.
Diego Zavaleta Penaloza was streaming a shopping spree with a 4-year-old fan at a mall in Arcadia when someone pulled a "swatting" prank on them.
A multi-agency investigation in Southern California uncovered a stash of stolen luxury goods worth more than $6 million.
Prosecutors said the LA County Sheriff's Department evidence custodian allegedly tried to destroy a blood sample taken from his DUI arrest.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Investigators said Jose Angel Aguilar cut off his ankle monitor and escaped while attending classes at an Orange County community college.
Two new polls have conservative commentator Steve Hilton, billionaire Tom Steyer and Rep. Eric Swalwell as the front-runners for California governor.
Authorities are seeking more victims of a rideshare driver who allegedly sexually assaulted a passenger in Orange County last month.
An Orange County man died after being bitten by a rattlesnake while mountain biking at an Irvine trail.
UC Irvine's Black Student Union said five white teenagers chased a Black student around a student housing area and fled before police arrived.
A multi-agency investigation in Southern California uncovered a stash of stolen luxury goods worth more than $6 million.
The Highland Senior Center is concerned with its unreliable air conditioning system as a potentially record-breaking heat wave hits San Bernardino County.
Two new polls have conservative commentator Steve Hilton, billionaire Tom Steyer and Rep. Eric Swalwell as the front-runners for California governor.
Riverside County deputies arrested two men who have allegedly been posing as law enforcement officers in Lake Elsinore.
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department is deploying a new tool called "The Grappler," a safer option to bring pursuits to an end without putting other drivers at risk.
The suspect, who was killed following the shooting, had previously been imprisoned for several years for trying to support ISIS, the FBI said.
FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne "surprise attack" raised concern Wednesday — but officials tell CBS News there is no known, specific threat underpinning it.
Authorities say a Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder and other felonies over gunshots fired at Rihanna's Los Angeles home last weekend.
TSA officer call-out rates have climbed into double-digit percentages at some airports, including half the officers at Houston's Hobby Airport, straining screening operations and contributing to longer security lines.
Even if oil prices ease, they won't return to the levels they were at before the war started, according to Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy.
FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne "surprise attack" raised concern Wednesday — but officials tell CBS News there is no known, specific threat underpinning it.
About 30 U.S. service members remained hospitalized Tuesday after an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
President Trump told FIFA representatives Tuesday that Iran is welcome to play in the World Cup tournament in the United States, officials told CBS News.
TSA officer call-out rates have climbed into double-digit percentages at some airports, including half the officers at Houston's Hobby Airport, straining screening operations and contributing to longer security lines.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that it would be the "most intense day" of strikes against Iran so far.
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.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
A trial has been set in the San Francisco Bay Area for a Florida woman accused of providing a cosmetic injection that killed a woman who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, 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.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
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.
Kawhi Leonard scored 45 points and the Los Angeles Clippers routed the Minnesota Timberwolves 153-128 on Wednesday night, moving above.
Zoom Diallo had 22 points and 11 assists and scored the go-ahead basket in overtime as Washington defeated USC 83-79 in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament on Wednesday.
Luka Doncic had 31 points, 11 assists and 11 rebounds in his seventh triple-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame LeBron James' latest injury absence to sweep their season series with the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 120-106 victory.
Ryan Poehling had a goal and an assist to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 4-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night.
The Boston Bruins earned their 13th straight victory at home, 2-1 over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
Authorities say a Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder and other felonies over gunshots fired at Rihanna's Los Angeles home last weekend.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Along with the "True Lies" co-stars, the California Hall of Fame's new inductees will include Olympians Carl Lewis and Janet Evans and Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles.
A trial has been set in the San Francisco Bay Area for a Florida woman accused of providing a cosmetic injection that killed a woman who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Actor Benjamin Hollingsworth discusses what his character “Brady” is up to, and changes for “Virgin River” Season 7.
Eric Rosen, “The Points Guy,” Director of Travel Content, discusses the impact of the Iran war on air travel and advises booking now.
LAist Reporter Erin Stone discusses a whistleblower claim from the Eaton Fire and allegations that the person in charge of emergency alerts had a history of sleeping on the job.
Anna Schecter, Senior Coordinating Producer of CBS News' Crime and Public Safety Unit, discusses the latest on the Michigan synagogue incident.
The heat wave will continue on Friday in Southern California with temperatures in the 80s and 90s for most areas. The weekend will experience a slight cool down but then next week it will pick back up again.
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.
