Justice Department moves forward with easing restrictions on marijuana
The Justice Department officially proposed a new rule on Thursday that would reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug.
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The Justice Department officially proposed a new rule on Thursday that would reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug.
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblymember Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
A Bay Area lawmaker's bill that would legalize Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
It's been seven years since California legalized marijuana for adults. But the state still has no legal limit on how much is too much before you get behind the wheel of a car.
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
Doctors said the 4-year-old boy's death could have been prevented had his mother acted sooner, authorities said.
Fines for cannabis grow operations and illegal dispensaries in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County will soon be set at up to $30,000 per day, based on a vote by the Board of Supervisors Tuesday.
"I don't think it'll attract the wrong crowd," Vincent Williams told CBSLA. "It's just a little grass from the ground."
Four Los Angeles County men were arrested or cited during a seven-day marijuana enforcement operation in San Bernardino County that netted 34 arrests in all, authorities said Saturday.
It was the first suspected illegal cannabis business to be boarded up under the new L.A. Task Force on Cannabis Enforcement.
The study in JAMA Pediatrics evaluated just how well regulations designed to protect minors have held up in the five years since voters legalized cannabis.
Nearly 5,000 cannabis plants were seized Thursday during a raid in the 33400 block of Follman Way, on the eastern fringe of the Cleveland National Forest.
The race to get vaccinated in California is pushing ahead, with people from all walks of life making their case for a place in line.
Part of the revenues from California's state tax on cultivation and sales of marijuana and cannabis products will go towards helping communities combat impaired driving, the California Highway Patrol said Tuesday.
Wearing a steampunk top hat, a hemp leaf medallion and a black vest over a colorful shirt, Richard Eastman told the City Council he would join the list of political hopefuls looking to challenge President Trump.
They remember the days of recreational marijuana from the '60s and now these cannabis-curious seniors want to know what it can do for their insomnia and arthritis. Jasmine Viel takes us to a party where grandparents are getting educated in the health benefits of weed.
A Hollywood physician who recommended that a father give his 5-year-old son marijuana cookies to control temper tantrums is fighting to maintain his medical license.
Now that pot is fully legalized in California, more of the industry is being regulated, which is beneficial for buyers but an extra cost for sellers.
The 5-year-old girl uses the drug as an emergency treatment for a rare form of epilepsy.
Sylmar is going up in smoke thanks to Cypress Hill's B-Real.
A Los Angeles hearing Tuesday provided a window into the state's emerging cannabis economy, in which early enthusiasm for broad legal sales has been followed by anxiety and frustration across a swath of the industry.
The survey from the L.A. County Dept. of Public Health also indicated that within ethnic groups, foreign-born persons used significantly less cannabis than their U.S.-born cohorts.
As the restrictions on marijuana continue to be loosened, scientists in Canada have reportedly developed the first beer brewed from cannabis.
It costs as much as an eighth of an ounce of marijuana, but without all the giggles and paranoia.
California Senate Bill 930 "would establish a state-chartered bank that would allow a person licensed to engage in commercial cannabis activity."
The San Jacinto man was allegedly driving over 100 mph before he crashed into a semi-truck on the 91 Freeway late Saturday evening. The truck veered into a wall, ejecting the driver from the cabin.
The WNBA welcoming its new rookie class with its 2025 draft.
Ontario residents are bringing attention to an issue caused by drivers using their neighborhood streets as a detour from freeway traffic.
Mookie Betts hit a two-run homer, Shohei Ohtani also went deep and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Colorado 5-3.
Adrian Kempe had a goal and two assists and Warren Foegele and Kevin Fiala each had a goal and an assist as the Los Angeles Kings beat the depleted Edmonton Oilers 5-0.
The San Jacinto man was allegedly driving over 100 mph before he crashed into a semi-truck on the 91 Freeway late Saturday evening. The truck veered into a wall, ejecting the driver from the cabin.
Ontario residents are bringing attention to an issue caused by drivers using their neighborhood streets as a detour from freeway traffic.
The roadblocks and closures stifling traffic on the Pacific Coast Highway may be gone by the start of summer, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Southern California typically experiences more than 10,000 earthquakes per year, according to the United States Geological Survey. Most of those aren't powerful enough to be felt in a large radius, unlike today's 5.2 magnitude quake in northern San Diego County.
New numbers from Film LA showed that production days dropped 22% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to last year.
The roadblocks and closures stifling traffic on the Pacific Coast Highway may be gone by the start of summer, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Southern California typically experiences more than 10,000 earthquakes per year, according to the United States Geological Survey. Most of those aren't powerful enough to be felt in a large radius, unlike today's 5.2 magnitude quake in northern San Diego County.
New numbers from Film LA showed that production days dropped 22% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to last year.
Police are searching for a group of thieves who stole $20 million worth of gold from a downtown LA jewelry store.
A possible stolen vehicle suspect led authorities on a Monday afternoon pursuit through Los Angeles County.
Southern California typically experiences more than 10,000 earthquakes per year, according to the United States Geological Survey. Most of those aren't powerful enough to be felt in a large radius, unlike today's 5.2 magnitude quake in northern San Diego County.
The man, a resident of Calgary, Alberta, was arrested on suspicion of public nudity, trespassing and being under the influence of narcotics.
The crash happened at around 10:50 p.m. in the 600 block of W. Commonwealth Avenue, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
The whale could be seen near the Huntington Beach Pier on Saturday afternoon.
The driver and passenger of the Tesla were killed while five of the OCTA bus passengers suffered minor injuries, Fullerton police said.
The San Jacinto man was allegedly driving over 100 mph before he crashed into a semi-truck on the 91 Freeway late Saturday evening. The truck veered into a wall, ejecting the driver from the cabin.
Ontario residents are bringing attention to an issue caused by drivers using their neighborhood streets as a detour from freeway traffic.
Southern California typically experiences more than 10,000 earthquakes per year, according to the United States Geological Survey. Most of those aren't powerful enough to be felt in a large radius, unlike today's 5.2 magnitude quake in northern San Diego County.
Residents of one Wildomar neighborhood are outraged after dozens of RVs that once made up a homeless encampment in Los Angeles County suddenly arrived outside of their homes.
The 12-year-old boy was sitting in his parents' car when he was shot near an Ontario park.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King describes the peace and perspective of her roughly 10-minute spaceflight with an all-female Blue Origin crew.
"CBS Mornings" Gayle King and the rest of Blue Origin's historic all-women spaceflight crew blasted off on Monday.
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler's goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 33, and the Los Angeles Clippers secured the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs by beating the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in the teams' regular-season finale.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who had a rally earlier in Los Angeles, urged young people to "stand up and fight" at the music festival.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who had a rally earlier in Los Angeles, urged young people to "stand up and fight" at the music festival.
U.S. and Russian intelligence agencies negotiated an agreement to free American Ksenia Karelina in exchange for a Russian detainee.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
The WNBA welcoming its new rookie class with its 2025 draft.
Mookie Betts hit a two-run homer, Shohei Ohtani also went deep and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Colorado 5-3.
Adrian Kempe had a goal and two assists and Warren Foegele and Kevin Fiala each had a goal and an assist as the Los Angeles Kings beat the depleted Edmonton Oilers 5-0.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw will make his first rehab start of the season Wednesday for Triple-A Oklahoma City.
UConn star Paige Bueckers has been taken with the No. 1 pick overall in the WNBA draft by the Dallas Wings.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
During a TMZ/Fox interview from behind bars, the Menendez brothers said they still believe they'll see freedom one day despite a series of recent legal setbacks.
Two LA County prosecutors have filed lawsuits claiming that they were wrongfully demoted from their positions for their support of the Menendez brothers resentencing efforts.
Nicole Comstock reports from Ontario, where residents are upset by a recent string of crashes have residents concerned for their own safety. They say that drivers are using their neighborhood as a detour around freeway traffic, bringing speeding cars and danger along with them.
The roadblocks and closures stifling traffic on the Pacific Coast Highway may be gone by the start of summer, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom. Laurie Perez reports.
Movie and TV productions in Los Angeles slipped deeper into the abyss, with new numbers from Film LA showing that shoot days dropped 22% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to last year. Tom Wait reports.
Police are searching for a group of thieves who stole $20 million worth of gold from a downtown Los Angeles jewelry store.
The 14-year-old girl suffered a single gunshot wound. LAPD is still searching for the suspect.
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.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
