Lawmakers form committee to investigate oil companies
Oil companies are still making a killing, and the pain is being felt at the pump. Chris Holmstrom reports.
Watch CBS News
Oil companies are still making a killing, and the pain is being felt at the pump. Chris Holmstrom reports.
Soaring gas prices are putting pressure on the president to take action.
Gas prices saw their 19th increase in price in the last 20 days in Los Angeles County, now sitting just below $6.50. Tina Patel reports on how locals are coping and an end that isn't expected to come any time soon.
Tina Patel reports as gas prices continue to inch nearer the $7 threshold in prices. Tuesday's average of $6.46 is the 19th record set in the last 20 days.
The average price has risen 36.7 cents over the past 17 days, including 2.1 cents Friday, according to figures from the AAA and the Oil Price Information Service.
Unfortunately, Southern California stations have not experienced a similar glitch, and prices are hovering at about $6.45 a gallon. Rachel Kim reports.
Manufacturers are again downsizing packaging in an effort to ease the hit from inflation. Are they going too far?
The pain at the pump doesn't seem to have an end in sight. Chris Holmstrom reports.
Gas prices in southern California continue to stay above $6 a gallon, with Orange County averaging $6.34 for a gallon of regular.
Kristine Lazar reports from Universal City on Metro's latest number, which suggest that ridership is increasing alongside gas prices.
Kara Finnstrom spoke with a AAA representative who offered some insight into the current situation regarding rising gas prices, and how to make the most of a full tank.
One Downtown Los Angeles gas station showcased a shocking $8.05 per gallon, a drastic margin compared to Los Angeles County's already inflated $6.17 average. Kara Finnstrom reports.
The average price has risen for 21 straight days, increasing 31.5 cents over that time.
Discount gas stations like Costco are packed with drivers looking to save a little bit. Kara Finnstrom reports.
Gas prices are again nearing their record highs after several days of prices going up. Chris Holmstrom reports.
The national average price rose 1.4 cents Friday to a record $4.43.
AA reports that the national average cost of gasoline as of Tuesday is $4.37.
Gas prices continue to hover close to $6 per gallon. Suzanne Marques reports.
Los Angeles County gas prices rose for the sixth straight day Tuesday.
A group of big-rig drivers protesting spiking gas prices shut down lanes of the 5 freeway in the Griffith Park area of Los Angeles Friday morning.
It's the Biden administration's latest attempt to bring gas prices down for Americans.
Political reporter Tom Wait speaks to a local expert about how much control the president or even Congress has over the price of oil, after House Democrats criticized oil executives Wednesday and House Republicans blamed the Biden Administration for higher gas prices.
With gas prices surging, many Angelenos turning to public transportation as an alternative received welcome news Monday that Metrolink is reinstating service on two-dozen lines, this after cutting back service during the height of the pandemic. Tina Patel reports.
Reports that the U.S. will release more crude from the nation's Strategic Petroleum Reserve could ease prices at the pump.
President Biden on Thursday announced the release of 180 million additional barrels of oil over the next six months to combat gas prices, as well as urged Congress to impose fees on companies that he accuses of "hoarding without producing" and discussed his plans to boost the domestic production of critical minerals. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Meg Oliver sit down with Tamar Essner, a principal at Vectis Energy Partners, to discuss.
CBS LA has issued a Next Traffic Alert as the morning commute in the impacted area of University Park is greatly affected.
Firefighters were unable to immediately turn off the water because the car had struck high-voltage wires, which caused a significant hazard.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
This is what you need to know about when the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
A diver swimming under the waves along the Laguna Beach coast has formed an unlikely bond with a young white seal.
CBS LA has issued a Next Traffic Alert as the morning commute in the impacted area of University Park is greatly affected.
Firefighters were unable to immediately turn off the water because the car had struck high-voltage wires, which caused a significant hazard.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
This is what you need to know about when the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
A diver swimming under the waves along the Laguna Beach coast has formed an unlikely bond with a young white seal.
CBS LA has issued a Next Traffic Alert as the morning commute in the impacted area of University Park is greatly affected.
Firefighters were unable to immediately turn off the water because the car had struck high-voltage wires, which caused a significant hazard.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP, just edging out four other candidates that included New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, last year's MVP.
Glendale police arrested a special education assistant after a student accused him of child sexual abuse.
The FBI arrested a Los Angeles County man for allegedly sending a phony ransom text to Savannah Guthrie's family amid the high-profile search for the "Today" show host's mother.
A diver swimming under the waves along the Laguna Beach coast has formed an unlikely bond with a young white seal.
An Orange County landfill has been cited for foul odors after Irvine neighbors complained about the stinky smell.
The Santa Ana winds will affect the valleys, mountains and inland areas of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, as well as much of the Inland Empire.
Anaheim police arrested a teen connected to a group of smash-and-grab robbers who purposefully rammed an SUV into an Anaheim jewelry store before crashing their getaway cars during a pursuit last month.
Fullerton's police chief denied allegations that his officers helped federal agents during a recent immigration operation.
The California Highway Patrol closed one lane of the southbound I-15 Freeway near Eastvale after a dump truck crashed its trailer into an overpass.
Riverside County installed a new camera system on the 91 Freeway to crack down on carpool lane violators.
A 19-year-old man was arrested for murder on Monday, weeks after a 63-year-old man was found dead from traumatic injuries in Riverside County in January.
Dozens of people gathered on Tuesday to protest a possible change coming to Rancho Springs Hospital in Murrieta, where officials are considering ending their midwifery program.
The Santa Ana winds will affect the valleys, mountains and inland areas of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, as well as much of the Inland Empire.
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
President Trump said he is directing all federal law enforcement to be at the "complete disposal" of Savannah Guthrie's family as the search continues for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
President Trump said he is directing all federal law enforcement to be at the "complete disposal" of Savannah Guthrie's family as the search continues for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
Hillary Clinton will appear for a deposition on Feb. 26, while former President Bill Clinton will appear on Feb. 27, according to the House Oversight Committee.
The Clintons made a last-ditch effort to avoid a contempt vote.
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.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
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.
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.
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.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
This is what you need to know about when the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP, just edging out four other candidates that included New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, last year's MVP.
Two NFC West rivals, the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams, will face off in the NFL's first regular season game in Australia later this year, the league announced.
Donovan Mitchell scored 29 points and had nine assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Los Angeles Clippers 124-89.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Financial expert Winnie Sun discusses what to do when falling behind on mortgage and credit card payments, as well as car and personal loans.
Cardiologist Dr. Ravi Dave and Survivor Eve Dionne Miller discuss the American Heart Association/National Wear Red Day.
Sharol Caw, LA County Library Black Resource Center Librarian, highlights books and events for Black History Month.
Former FBI profiler Mary Ellen O' Toole discusses the latest on Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
The weekend weather will be pleasant before a cool down next week. There will also be a chance of rain in the middle of the week.
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.