Highway 39 Shutdown Plan Reminds San Gabriel Valley Businessman Of 'Third World Country'
A proposal by California transportation officials to cut spending is drawing heavy criticism from Southland business owners.
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A proposal by California transportation officials to cut spending is drawing heavy criticism from Southland business owners.
If you've watched TV lately, you have surely been bombarded by commercials about tax preparation (yes, it's almost that time of year again!).
A newly-redrawn map of state Senate districts could have a noticeable impact on your checkbook.
The court-appointed receiver overseeing California's prison health care system says the state must keep its promise to spend more than $2 billion for new medical facilities before the federal courts can end an oversight role that has lasted six years.
The ranks of the unemployed are shrinking in California and state officials hope the trend could signal brighter days for the state's sluggish economy.
Gov. Jerry Brown is scheduled to be in Irvine Thursday morning, where he will push for support of his controversial new budget proposal.
Governor Jerry Brown began blitzing Southern California Wednesday to win supporters for his tax-and-cut plan to balance the state budget.
Ellis McCarthy, the nation's No. 8 recruit, has switched his commitment from California to UCLA, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-4, 310-pound McCarthy originally made a verbal commitment to Cal at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
According to CBSSports.com, Long Beach State is headed towards an 11-seed in the upcoming NCAA tournament. The 49ers have played such a solid non-conference schedule, an at-large bid into the big dance is not out of the question, should LBSU fall in the Big West tournament.
California's economy may improve if Facebook stock goes public. Sources say the world's largest social networking site is preparing for an initial public stock offering.
An innovative program that would help children transition into kindergarten may be put on hold as California works to bridge its budget deficit.
The average price for a gallon of self-serve gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Monday for the 18th consecutive day.
Gov. Jerry Brown is unveiling a controversial new budget proposal that will force Californians to choose between higher taxes and deep education cuts.
A Republican lawmaker in California who previously sought the right to carry a loaded weapon inside the state Capitol has been cited for trying to bring a loaded handgun onto a Sacramento-bound flight.
An online video is taking aim at Kim Kardashian as part of a campaign for a proposed November ballot initiative to raise taxes for California's wealthiest residents.
Parents and kids alike are grumbling over the new law, but doctors from the Children's Hospital insist it's worth it.
Several new state laws will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2012. Some of the most notable include new regulations for booster seats, sobriety checkpoints and handguns.
Tuesday night's Mega Millions jackpot has soared to $206 million after no winners were declared in Friday's drawing.
A disputed report from Stanford University suggests the state's public pension fund could be hundreds of billions of dollars less than previously estimated.
No tickets matched all six numbers in Friday's drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery and the estimated jackpot for Tuesday's drawing will grow to $152 million.
Social media has spawned an estimated 150 "Occupy" protests in California, including the latest one aimed at immigration reform.
The Los Angeles Unified School District plans to file a lawsuit against the state Wednesday in hopes of blocking $38 million in cuts to its transportation program.
If you have an unpaid traffic ticket from the state of California, you could be eligible to cash in on a discount — unless you already tried to pay off your fine.
Californians will find out Tuesday how much the state will automatically cut from public schools, higher education and a range of state services.
The number of immigrants crossing illegally into Mexico may have dried up, but business is still booming for drug smugglers.
Helga de Kansky is as sharp as ever and still light on her feet. "I'm surprised that I'm 99 because I don't really feel 99," she said.
The driver nearly collided with a delivery driver on a moped. The delivery driver began following the suspect, signaling him to pull over.
The California Highway Patrol said they received a call around 5:38 a.m. about a bus on fire. The bus driver had pulled over to the right shoulder after he saw the check engine light was on.
The California Highway Patrol said the freeway 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.
Helga de Kansky is as sharp as ever and still light on her feet. "I'm surprised that I'm 99 because I don't really feel 99," she said.
The driver nearly collided with a delivery driver on a moped. The delivery driver began following the suspect, signaling him to pull over.
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.
The California Highway Patrol said they received a call around 5:38 a.m. about a bus on fire. The bus driver had pulled over to the right shoulder after he saw the check engine light was on.
The California Highway Patrol said the freeway closed after a semi-truck carrying hay caught on fire.
Helga de Kansky is as sharp as ever and still light on her feet. "I'm surprised that I'm 99 because I don't really feel 99," she said.
The driver nearly collided with a delivery driver on a moped. The delivery driver began following the suspect, signaling him to pull over.
The California Highway Patrol said they received a call around 5:38 a.m. about a bus on fire. The bus driver had pulled over to the right shoulder after he saw the check engine light was on.
The California Highway Patrol said the freeway 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.
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.
A water main break in Los Feliz left seven residents without water overnight as crews worked to repair it early Friday morning.
Tarek Fattal visits Norco High School ahead of Friday night football.
Meteorologist Dani Ruberti heads to the Our SPOT center at El Cariso Park in Sylmar, a free, year-round after-school center offering teens a safe space and various enrichment programs. https://parks.lacounty.gov/ourspot/
A person died after a tour bus caught fire on the 60 Freeway, an investigation is underway.
Los Angeles Police Department officers took a burglary suspect in custody after the man crashed into a police vehicle on the 405 South Freeway in North Hills.
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.
