5 Past, Present Governors Release PSA Urging Californians To Wear Face Masks
Face masks have apparently united governors Gavin Newsom, Jerry Brown, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Gray Davis and Pete Wilson.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom Brings Personal Touch, Fresh Focus
Gavin Newsom, 51, took office Monday and quickly dove into governing the nation's most populous state, but with a different focus and touch than his 80-year-old predecessor, fellow Democrat Jerry Brown.
'We Need To Make A Change:' Gov. Jerry Brown Warns Of Climate Risks As He Prepares To Leave Office
After 16 years in the governor's office during his lifetime, Brown is preparing to step down and hand the reins to Governor-elect Gavin Newsom.
Brown Warns Against Being Too Aggressive In Fighting Trump
California's outgoing governor, Democrat Jerry Brown, cautioned Wednesday against the state being too aggressive in confronting President Donald Trump, saying the deeply divided nation needs comity and common ground.
Gov. Brown Vetoes Bill To Extend Alcohol Service To 4AM
California Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday vetoed a bill that would have extended alcohol sales until 4 a.m.
New California Law To Help Sidewalk Vendors Operate Legally
California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a bill to make it easier for sidewalk vendors to operate legally in the state.
Only On CBS2: Family Speaks Out About Pardon
CBSLA's Jeff Nguyen talked with the family of Phann Pheach, who was pardoned by California Gov. Jerry Brown on Friday.
Trump Lashes Out After Brown Pardons 5 Illegal Immigrants
President Donald Trump lashed out at California Gov. Jerry Brown on Saturday morning, continuing a longstanding feud between his administration and the Golden State over immigration.
California Governor Pushes For 5 Million Zero-Emission Cars
Gov. Jerry Brown outlined a $2.5 billion plan Friday to help Californians buy electric vehicles and expand a network of charging stations as part of a goal of getting 5 million zero-emission cars on the road by 2030.
California Governor Talks Climate Change At Vatican
California Gov. Jerry Brown says dealing with climate change will take not just scientific but religious commitment.
California Governor Vetoes Candidate Tax Disclosure Bill
California Gov. Jerry Brown late Sunday vetoed legislation that would have forced presidential candidates to publicly share their tax returns in order to appear on the state's ballot.
Gov. Brown Commutes 9 Lengthy Prison Sentences
Gov. Jerry Brown has commuted the sentences of nine inmates, including a former prostitute convicted with her abusive pimp of first-degree murder.
California Knocks Trump As It Extends Climate Change Effort
Gov. Jerry Brown and his predecessor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, stood side by side Tuesday to cheer the extension of one of the most ambitious programs in the U.S. to reduce fossil fuel pollution.
California Climate Law Backers Look For Support
California lawmakers leading an effort to extend the state's signature climate change initiative made a last-minute appeal Saturday to critics on the left who say their plan doesn't do enough to reign in polluters.
California Looks To Keep Landmark Climate Policy Alive
California Gov. Jerry Brown is racing to persuade lawmakers to extend his state's signature program to confront climate change.
Brown, Bloomberg Announce Plan To Track Climate Progress
California Gov. Jerry Brown announced yet another plan Wednesday to keep the United States on track to reduce greenhouse gas emissions under the international Paris climate agreement.
California Governor Plans To Host 2018 Global Climate Summit
California Gov. Jerry Brown plans to convene a climate conference next year, his latest action to position the state as a leader in battling global warming as the White House recedes.
California Signs Climate Deal With China After Trump's Paris Exit
With President Donald Trump pulling the U.S. out of the Paris climate accord, China and California signed an agreement Tuesday to work together on reducing emissions, as the state's governor warned that "disaster still looms" without urgent action.
Calif. Gas Prices To Rise After Gov. Brown Signs Tax Hike
Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law a $5 billion per year tax hike on Friday promising to fix neglected highways and bridges.
Trump Approves California Storms Disaster Declaration
President Donald Trump on Thursday approved a disaster declaration for California to address damage from January storms.
Calif. Extends Drought Declaration Despite Wet Winter
Regulators decided to retain the measures at least until spring as a precaution against the possible return of dry weather.
Brown Proclaims Ronald Reagan Day In California
On the 106th anniversary of his birthday, Gov. Jerry Brown issued a proclamation declaring Feb. 6 as Ronald Reagan Day in California.
State's Environmental Report Backs Gov. Brown's Proposed $15 Billion Water Tunnels
California has released a key environmental report supporting Gov. Jerry Brown's plans for two giant north-south water tunnels.
Gov. Brown Seeks Permanent Ban On New Offshore Drilling Leases
Gov. Jerry Brown wants President Barack Obama to permanently ban new offshore oil and gas drilling in the waters off California.
Gov. Brown Vetoes Ban On Public Smoking At Colleges
The governor says the colleges already have that authority and are fully capable of setting their own smoking policies.
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Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
Arrest warrant issued for man accused of stealing yacht, crashing it into other boats in Newport Harbor
Siam was arrested in March after allegedly stealing a 60-foot yacht and crashing it into several other boats in Newport Harbor.
Search underway for five suspects who assaulted man walking with family in Glendale
When the family first walked by the suspects, they blew smoke into their faces, which prompted the father to ask them to stop smoking in their direction. After encountering them a second time he was threatened with a hammer and punched in the face and body several times.
One dead, one injured following two-car collision in Agoura Hills
According to investigators, one driver attempted to pass traffic by entering the opposing lane where they collided head-on with an oncoming vehicle.
Water main break floods streets of Carthay Square
While neither water main break resulted in serious damage to any structures or vehicles in the area, more than 100 homes were impacted as crews expected hours worth of repair.
Fatal collision on 15 Freeway prompts lengthy road closure in Corona
All lanes of the southbound 15 Freeway just north of Temescal Canyon Road in Corona were blocked as investigators surveyed the area and crews attempted to clear debris from the road.
Man killed in fiery hit-and-run collision in Compton
The crash occurred around 10:30 p.m. Thursday evening, when the driver of an unknown vehicle collided with the victim's Nissan Altima, causing it to slam into a tree in the center divider of the road and burst into flames.
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Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
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Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
LA Controller: LAHSA needs 'major reform' after workers caught dumping food meant for homeless
The CBS 2 investigation caught outreach workers trashing food for the homeless.
LAHSA to immediately review policies following CBS 2 Investigation
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said it will make every effort to distribute and donate food after a CBS 2 Investigation captured outreach workers trashing food meant for the unhoused.
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Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
Search underway for five suspects who assaulted man walking with family in Glendale
When the family first walked by the suspects, they blew smoke into their faces, which prompted the father to ask them to stop smoking in their direction. After encountering them a second time he was threatened with a hammer and punched in the face and body several times.
One dead, one injured following two-car collision in Agoura Hills
According to investigators, one driver attempted to pass traffic by entering the opposing lane where they collided head-on with an oncoming vehicle.
Water main break floods streets of Carthay Square
While neither water main break resulted in serious damage to any structures or vehicles in the area, more than 100 homes were impacted as crews expected hours worth of repair.
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Arrest warrant issued for man accused of stealing yacht, crashing it into other boats in Newport Harbor
Siam was arrested in March after allegedly stealing a 60-foot yacht and crashing it into several other boats in Newport Harbor.
Caught on video: Westminster woman walking 3 dogs victim of hit-and-run Wednesday
Police were called to the scene of the hit-and-run just before 6 a.m. where they found the victim suffering from serious injuries.
Power outage knocks out electricity to southern Redondo Beach including pier
The outage is affecting an unknown amount of customers along Harbor Drive, Catalina Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway and Portofino Way.
Vintage collection of letters, postcards from Europe found at Irvine Park
Police are trying to find the rightful owner of the collection, most of which are from the 1930s and 1940s.
Study: Groups of juvenile white sharks congregating near busy SoCal beaches to avoid predators
Images and video taken as part of the study sharks swimming near a crowded beach, with several people in the water, and sharks venturing close to stand-up paddlers.
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Fatal collision on 15 Freeway prompts lengthy road closure in Corona
All lanes of the southbound 15 Freeway just north of Temescal Canyon Road in Corona were blocked as investigators surveyed the area and crews attempted to clear debris from the road.
LA, San Bernardino County officials close preserves fearing wildfires sparked by fireworks
The growing concern of wildfires sparked by fireworks has caused several areas like the Angeles National Forest to close some preserves.
CHP officers arrest suspect in 91 Freeway shooting
The shooting was reported on June 23 on SR-91 in Corona, when the suspect fired multiple rounds at another vehicle before fleeing from the area. He has now been booked on a number of charges including attempted murder.
Explosion levels home, damages several others in Victorville
At least one woman in the house where the explosion is believed to have originated was taken to the hospital.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
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Bison gores 71-year-old woman in Yellowstone's second attack this week
This is the second report in three days of bison attacking tourists in the park, and the third report in a month.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
R&B star R. Kelly was facing 25 years in prison when he was sentenced Wednesday in a federal sex trafficking case in New York.
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President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
Rep. Judy Chu arrested, cited during anti-abortion march in Washington, DC
The congresswoman was arrested by Capitol Police at about 1 p.m. Washington time while sitting with other demonstrators in an intersection between the Russell Senate Office Building and the Supreme Court building.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
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California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
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Orange County announces first presumptive case of monkeypox
To date, there have been 4,769 cases worldwide and 306 in the U.S.
LA County COVID hospitalizations climb back over 800
According to the latest state figures released Tuesday, there are currently 807 COVID-positive patients in county hospitals.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
COVID-19 hospitalization rate slows, pushing back estimated return date of indoor mask mandate
The rate of patients with COVID-19 admitted to hospitals remained the same over the course of two weeks, ending a trend of constantly increasing hospitalization rates by week.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
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5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Justin Turner hits 2 HRs, Dodgers beat Padres 3-1
Turner homered twice, including a go-ahead two-run shot in the seventh inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers won 3-1 on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series between the NL West's top teams.
USC, UCLA moving from PAC-12 to Big Ten in 2024
The decision ends a more than 100-year legacy with the Pacific Conference.
Football hero's killer can't be re-tried for murder
Joe McKnight played three seasons at USC before being drafted by the New York Jets in 2010. He was shot and killed in a road rage incident outside of New Orleans in December 2016.
Italian veteran Chiellini excited to join young LAFC roster
The additions of Chiellini and Bale, along with re-signing 2019 MLS MVP Carlos Vela, should keep LAFC among the league's top clubs the rest of the season.
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New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
J.B. Smoove, Melissa Fumero to present Emmy nominations on July 12
The virtual nomination ceremony will stream live on Emmys.com.
Stephen Curry named host of 2022 ESPY Awards
Curry will host the awards that will be presented on July 20 in downtown Los Angeles.
Britney Spears' ex-husband ordered to trial on stalking charge
A judge has found that there is enough evidence against ex-husband Jason Alexander to go to trial for felony stalking after he showed up uninvited at the pop star's wedding earlier this month.
Will Smith wins BET Award, three months after Oscars slap
Smith was up against two stars of "Bel Air," which is a reworking of Smith's TV show from the 1990s, "Fresh Prince of Bel Air."
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Cinerama Dome a step closer to reopening
The famous Hollywood landmark has obtained a new liquor license, indicating plans to reopen. Marci Gonzalez reports.
Yacht joyriding suspect now considered a fugitive
Joel Siam was reportedly a no-show for a court hearing on Wednesday. Marci Gonzalez reports.
CBS News Los Angeles: The Rundown (July 1 AM Edition)
The latest in local news headlines and weather, updated twice daily.
Collection of rare stamps, letters found at Irvine park
Most of the letters were from prisoners of war and written in Polish and German. Marci Gonzalez reports.
Bison attacks 71-year-old woman at Yellowstone National Park
For the second time in just a week, a bison attacked a tourist at Yellowstone National Park after they got too close to their territory. The 71-year-old woman from Pennsylvania is expected to be okay.
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2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
