Brown Declares Calif. Prison Overcrowding Emergency Over
Gov. Jerry Brown says the state's long-running prison crisis is over.
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Gov. Jerry Brown says the state's long-running prison crisis is over.
An appellate court ruling overturning a rape conviction because the victim wasn't married prompted anger Friday from women's groups and a state legislator who plans to introduce a bill that would close the legal loophole.
For the first time in three years, the California Highway Patrol is looking for a new class of recruits.
The deal in Washington to avoid the "fiscal cliff" will bring a reprieve to California's slowly rebounding economy, but uncertainty remains in part because Congress delayed action on federal spending cuts.
Learn how to keep your large home appliances working through basic maintenance.
Hundreds of new laws went into effect in California on New Year's Day, including ones dealing with social media and picketing funerals.
Officials at the University of Kentucky say a 17-month-old girl missing in California since October 15 was found there safe and sound.
From the East Coast to the West Coast, recycling is a big issue for local governments.
Families across the United States will have to rely on other sources of entertainment after Netflix's video streaming service was hit by a Christmas Eve outage.
For the first time since 2009, the unemployment rate in California has fallen below 10 percent.
More than 2 million people will reportedly pass through Los Angeles International Airport during the holiday travel season, which starts Friday.
Four days after the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., two major retailers have announced that they are pulling certain kinds of semi-automatic rifles off store shelves.
Several California lawmakers reacted to the Conn. mass shooting by calling for new laws aimed at increasing safety, either through gun control or improved security at public schools.
A serial killer already sentenced to death in California admitted Friday to murdering two other young women in New York City in the 1970s.
California lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle are drawing a line in the sand as negotiations to avoid a so-called "fiscal cliff" stall in Washington.
The Governor's Office has announced that Jerry Brown is undergoing treatment for localized prostate cancer.
California state employees are the best paid in the nation across all job and wage categories, according to a report from Bloomberg.
It was a busy weekend for U.S. Customs and Border Enforcement officials along the California - Mexico border over the weekend.
A Southern California Congresswoman on Thursday defended plans for a high-speed rail project despite spiraling costs and concerns over its long-term viability.
A list of California lawmakers who had their cars repaired by taxpayers.
California lottery officials have decided to bring the "Powerball" game to California on the heels of a record $588 million jackpot.
Maybe you got caught up in Powerball fever.
Sen. Barbara Boxer and Sen. Dianne Feinstein are among six Senate Democrats calling for an investigation after last month's record jump in gasoline prices.
New federal figures ranked California 32nd out of 50 states in graduating high school students - and the Los Angeles Unified School District is even worse.
Will having a celebrity neighbor help or hurt your home's value?
Aerial footage of the scene showed traffic delays beginning to build up.
Several lanes of the westbound 210 Freeway are closed after a semi-truck carrying hay caught on fire.
Jurors heard Duane "Keffe D" Davis tell detectives his nephew Orlando "Baby Lane" Anderson fired the shots that killed Tupac Shakur.
Jacob Cowing returned a punt for an 83-yard touchdown, Eddy Pineiro kicked a pair of field goals and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 on Thursday night in a preseason game.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
Aerial footage of the scene showed traffic delays beginning to build up.
Several lanes of the westbound 210 Freeway are closed after a semi-truck carrying hay caught on fire.
NOAA's Climate Prediction Center says there's a 69% chance that a historic El Niño event could exceed the strength of previous events dating back to 1950.
Jurors heard Duane "Keffe D" Davis tell detectives his nephew Orlando "Baby Lane" Anderson fired the shots that killed Tupac Shakur.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
Aerial footage of the scene showed traffic delays beginning to build up.
Several lanes of the westbound 210 Freeway are closed after a semi-truck carrying hay caught on fire.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
A Los Angeles County deputy shot a dog that attacked him while he was arresting a grand theft suspect in a Sunland park.
Cedars-Sinai apologized to Marina del Rey residents for the putrid odors coming from its construction project.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
A Fullerton youth soccer coach was arrested on Wednesday after he allegedly used Instagram to solicit a minor for sexual activity.
Wildlife activists named the new eagle that has been seen accompanying Shadow through the treetops and skies of Big Bear.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer announced the buyback will take place Sept. 13 at Angel Stadium, offering gift cards and Los Angeles Angels tickets in exchange for the bikes.
Loved ones say that 19-year-old William Leapart was a standout football player and person with a big heart.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
Wildlife activists named the new eagle that has been seen accompanying Shadow through the treetops and skies of Big Bear.
Newly proposed state legislation seeks to separate the Riverside County Sheriff's and Coroner's offices in order to eliminate potential conflicts of interest regarding in-custody death investigations. Sheriff Chad Bianco says the move could impact more than 600 jobs.
More than 120 boxes of McLaren F1 LEGO sets were discovered inside an abandoned van in Barstow. Police said they're connected to a recent boxcar theft.
Menifee police say that they've recovered the vehicle used in a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy last week, but they're still searching for the driver.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
California voters will decide in November whether to approve a proposed $11 billion bond aimed at addressing the state's affordable housing and homelessness crises.
Los Angeles City Council members on Tuesday approved a resolution to remove 12 anti-camping zones around Hollywood, ending a years-long ban that prevented people from sitting, sleeping or camping in certain areas.
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
California energy regulators have approved new restrictions on replacement tires that vehicle owners can buy, saying that the rules will protect the environment and save money in the long run.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
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.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
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.
Jacob Cowing returned a punt for an 83-yard touchdown, Eddy Pineiro kicked a pair of field goals and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 on Thursday night in a preseason game.
Joseph Paintsil scored a short-handed goal in the 79th minute to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 1-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes.
Mookie Betts homered and capped a three-hit night with an RBI single in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 6-4.
Nico Hansen finished with one save and had his third consecutive shutout to help the Colorado Rapids beat Los Angeles FC 1-0.
Ethan Pecko struck out four in his major-league debut, five Houston relievers pitched shutout ball for five-plus innings and Christian Vázquez homered as the Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday announced that nine new television productions would be awarded through the state's film and television tax credit program, which his office estimates will bring over $600 million in production spending.
Conditions will be slightly cooler in Southern California, but the heat will remain high, especially in inland communities.
Desmond Shaw flies to Wilmington for tonight's Look At This!
More than 18 months after the Sunswept Fire destroyed homes in Studio City, neighbors are still waiting for one of those properties to be cleaned up. Residents are concerned the property could pose health and safety risks. They worry about possible asbestos and lead contamination, as well as a burned electric vehicle that remains in the driveway. Kristine Lazar reports.
The peacock is recovering at the Pasadena Humane Society after a mail carrier appeared to throw an object at the bird. Brittney Ermon reports.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off. Tom Wait reports.
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.
