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Gov. Jerry Brown's administration filed notice Monday that it will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to again weigh-in on the long-running prison population case.
A UC Irvine student says she is considering leaving the school after someone placed a racist note in her backpack.
California mattress superstore Sit 'n Sleep is accepting applications for 100 positions in Los Angeles and surrounding counties.
California has filed a lawsuit against Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and other food retailers, alleging they are selling ginger and plum candies tainted by lead without warning labels required by state law.
Three state lawmakers proposed legislation on Thursday to reopen a memorial scholarship program for the relatives of Californians who were killed in the Sept. 11, 2001, which is funded by the state's sale of specialty license plates.
Parts of California are well known for their pollution, and a recent study is helping to pinpoint the most severe contributors.
State lawmakers rejected a bill Tuesday that would have extended last call at bars and clubs to 4 a.m.
A state lawmaker wants to establish basic standards for the short-term day care centers that are growing in popularity at fitness centers, shopping malls, grocery stores and other businesses.
State lawmakers have sent Gov. Jerry Brown a bill that would provide more money for a state program that confiscates guns from felons, those deemed mentally unstable and others who are prohibited from owning them.
California's jobless rate decreased to 9.4 percent in March, continuing a steady decline as the state pulls itself out of recession.
Officials at a Northern California battery company said Wednesday they believe a battery they manufacture was used in the Boston Marathon bombing.
An increasing number of retailers in Southern California no longer provide plastic bags for customers - and now one local lawmaker wants the ban to go statewide.
Attorney General Kamala Harris on Saturday urged Democrats to use their recent gains at California's ballot box to push for changes on gun control, gay marriage, climate change and other issues, telling delegates at the state party's convention that they should not accept Republican arguments to wait.
Graduates struggling to repay private student loans could get a reprieve under legislation that passed the state Assembly on Thursday.
Powerball is clearly a big hit in the Golden State—it set a new nationwide record for first-day sales.
Tickets for the POWERBALL lottery went on sale for the first time ever at 6 a.m. Monday in California.
President Barack Obama is praising California's attorney general for more than her smarts and toughness.
Lawmakers gave preliminary approval Wednesday to a bill that would require panic alarms to be installed throughout school campuses in California, but only if the federal government pays for it.
Five people were killed and two critically injured -- all members of a Southern California family -- in an early-morning crash near the Utah border Saturday morning.
California's jobless rate dipped to 9.6 percent last month, the lowest in more than four years.
A new report finds state budget cuts have led to a dramatic decline in student enrollment at California's community colleges.
A woman from California says she and her lesbian partner will attend the gay marriage argument at the Supreme Court, courtesy of her cousin, Chief Justice John Roberts.
"We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland," President Trump announced.
"I know the Rose Parade is such a prestigious event for marching bands. And they said we could come too," Golden Bears head cheer coach Kazue Noda said.
The chain started in Beverly Hills in 2005.
According to the department, Fire Apparatus Engineer Daniel "Danny" Cook suffered a medical emergency and was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Los Angeles Police Department detectives said with help from the community, the 1 ½-year-old child located by officers on Dec. 28th has been identified, as well as his biological parents.
Rain was expected to hit the Los Angeles area by late Wednesday afternoon, with the heaviest to arrive overnight and Thursday morning.
"We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland," President Trump announced.
Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19 of Seal Beach, died after falling about 500 feet on Mt. Baldy.
Los Angeles Police Department detectives said with help from the community, the 1 ½-year-old child located by officers on Dec. 28th has been identified, as well as his biological parents.
"I know the Rose Parade is such a prestigious event for marching bands. And they said we could come too," Golden Bears head cheer coach Kazue Noda said.
"I know the Rose Parade is such a prestigious event for marching bands. And they said we could come too," Golden Bears head cheer coach Kazue Noda said.
According to the department, Fire Apparatus Engineer Daniel "Danny" Cook suffered a medical emergency and was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Los Angeles Police Department detectives said with help from the community, the 1 ½-year-old child located by officers on Dec. 28th has been identified, as well as his biological parents.
The city of Pasadena is bracing for the possibility of lightning and thunder during the annual Rose Parade on New Year's Day.
Police need help identifying the child and reuniting him with his parents or guardians.
The city of Fullerton has canceled its New Year's Eve celebrations due to forecasted rain and high winds expected as the city rings in 2026.
Rock music legend Sammy Hagar has donated $10,000 to a 12-year-old boy who was injured when a helicopter crashed on him in Huntington Beach in October.
It happened at around 10:23 p.m. on Saturday near S. Gilbert Street and Carol Drive, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
Police say that the shooting stemmed from a fight at a party on Friday night.
Southern California air quality regulators extended a no-burn alert for much of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
According to the department, Fire Apparatus Engineer Daniel "Danny" Cook suffered a medical emergency and was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Search and rescue crews are searching for three hikers who were reported missing after heading out on Mt. Baldy on Monday morning, according to San Bernardino County authorities.
A San Bernardino County resident is recounting the intense moments that he watched his neighbor get rescued from their home by helicopter when it was overcome with flooding waters during the recent winter storm.
The driver was the only passenger in the car, deputies said.
Deputies arrested a 51-year-old man in connection with the 2006 shooting in Highgrove, according to a news release from the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
"We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland," President Trump announced.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The Bexar County medical examiner's office determined Camila Mendoza Olmos died by suicide.
The 550-pound black bear has taken up residence in the crawlspace underneath Ken Johnson's home in California for a month.
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
"We are removing the National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland," President Trump announced.
In light of a suit by immigrants groups, California says it will delay the revocations of 17,000 commercial driver's licenses despite a federal threat to withhold $160 million in funding.
The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building.
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
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.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting 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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to a season-best five games with a 131-90 victory over the Sacramento Kings.
LeBron James scored 17 points on his 41st birthday, but Cade Cunningham had 27 points and 11 assists while leading the Detroit Pistons to a 128-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Ken Seals passed for 258 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime as TCU rallied to beat No. 16 USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Macklin Celebrini became the third player to score 60 points this season with a goal and two assists in the San Jose Sharks' 5-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Rock music legend Sammy Hagar has donated $10,000 to a 12-year-old boy who was injured when a helicopter crashed on him in Huntington Beach in October.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Rick Montanez takes a look at Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena, ahead of the Rose Parade.
Variety entertainment news highlights: George Clooney’s next era, “Stranger Things” series finale, and a Sean “Diddy” Combs docuseries slated for 2026.
Maple Block Meat Co. in Culver City offers some smoked-meat, healthier options.
Star Trek fans had a chance to decorate the Rose Parade float for the iconic franchise's 60th Anniversary on Tuesday, marked with a special appearance from Star Trek: Starfleet Academy star Karim Diane. CBS LA reports.
The Mino Jiyu Gakuen Golden Bears marching band and cheer team from Osaka will be performing at the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day.
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.
