Brown Orders 48K Cell Phones To Be Collected
Government-paid cell phones will be the first casualty of Gov. Jerry Brown's cost-cutting measures.
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Government-paid cell phones will be the first casualty of Gov. Jerry Brown's cost-cutting measures.
Gov. Jerry Brown's office says his controversial pick for the state Board of Education, former state superintendent Bill Honig, has withdrawn his name for the job.
Gov. Jerry Brown proposed a budget Monday that would slash funding to most areas of state government and maintain a series of tax increases for five years to close California's huge budget deficit.
Gov. Jerry Brown has been cagey about his spending plans for California, offering few specifics about how he'll tackle a $28 billion budget deficit.
Former Gov. Jerry Brown returns to the state capital this week to lead a much different California than the one he oversaw 28 years ago.
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is sifting through a stack of corporate, Hollywood and real estate offers as the celebrity politician nears an inevitable career crossroad: On Monday, he's out of a job.
The former strongman and movie star — and soon to be ex-governor — is weighing his options for the future, including a return to the silver screen.
The outgoing governor tapped nine candidates from the Southland for several key transportation posts in Sacramento.
Reports suggest Brown may hope to succeed where Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger tried and failed: extend tax increases in order to cut the $28 billion budget gap.
Gov.-elect Jerry Brown will be sworn in next month at Sacramento Memorial Auditorium -- the same place Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger took the oath of office four years ago.
Gov.-elect Jerry Brown is eliminating the office that acted as a watchdog overseeing the spending of federal stimulus money in California.
Governor-elect Jerry Brown and his wife have decided to rent a loft within walking distance of the Capitol so they will have a place to call home while in Sacramento.
Jerry Brown made a promise during his campaign to start a dialogue with lawmakers about the size and scope of the state budget deficit, which he says is $3 billion higher than early estimates.
Governor-elect Jerry Brown faces a mounting budget deficit and a host of other issues, but voters say it's time to focus on cutting down medical costs and fixing our schools.
Fresh off of his election day victory, Governor-elect Jerry Brown won't have much time to celebrate amid what he says is an "unprecedented" budget crisis.
A Superior Court judge questions whether corruption charges brought against Bell administrators by Attorney General and Governor-elect Jerry Brown are fueled by political motives.
Anxiety about the economy and unhappiness with government were not enough to dissuade Californians from electing two veteran politicians in the state's marquee races.
Voters are heading to the polls across the state to determine who will become the next governor of California.
Republican Meg Whitman and Democrat Jerry Brown are delivering their closing arguments to California voters, appearing at events throughout the Golden State as they pitch their proposals to turn the financially troubled state around.
Democrat Jerry Brown is ending his bid for governor on a note of optimism, drawing on his family's long roots in the state to recall the pioneering spirit that beckoned so many here and can lead it out of troubled times.
Democrat Jerry Brown kicked off the final days of what has become California's most expensive gubernatorial campaign on Saturday by taking a swipe at his opponent's lack of government experience, which he says is a liability at a time when the state faces deep fiscal challenges.
A mounting budget crisis hasn't stopped the two candidates vying to be governor from spending millions of their own cash -- or trading accusations on financial transparency.
Democrat Jerry Brown holds a double-digit lead over Republican Meg Whitman in their contest for California governor less than a week before Election Day, according to a Field Poll released Thursday.
Republican Meg Whitman is fond of portraying her opponent for governor as a puppet of labor.
When crews arrived, they found smoke and flames coming from the roof of one of the Ford dealership buildings. The fire department said firefighters quickly went into defensive mode because the flames were so aggressive.
California lawmakers are currently considering several proposals affecting data centers, including legislation intended to shield utility customers from increased electricity costs and address potential environmental impacts.
The circumstances surrounding the crash are unknown. Officials urge drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
The partnership will bring a Pioneer Baseball League team to Irvine in 2027, much like the Long Beach Coast, which joined the league earlier this year.
A struggling Boyle Heights restaurant, which lost most of its customers after the Lineage cold storage facility fire in June, received a helping hand from the employees of a nearby hospital.
When crews arrived, they found smoke and flames coming from the roof of one of the Ford dealership buildings. The fire department said firefighters quickly went into defensive mode because the flames were so aggressive.
The circumstances surrounding the crash are unknown. Officials urge drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
The partnership will bring a Pioneer Baseball League team to Irvine in 2027, much like the Long Beach Coast, which joined the league earlier this year.
A struggling Boyle Heights restaurant, which lost most of its customers after the Lineage cold storage facility fire in June, received a helping hand from the employees of a nearby hospital.
Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and college football hall of famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died.
When crews arrived, they found smoke and flames coming from the roof of one of the Ford dealership buildings. The fire department said firefighters quickly went into defensive mode because the flames were so aggressive.
California lawmakers are currently considering several proposals affecting data centers, including legislation intended to shield utility customers from increased electricity costs and address potential environmental impacts.
The circumstances surrounding the crash are unknown. Officials urge drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
A struggling Boyle Heights restaurant, which lost most of its customers after the Lineage cold storage facility fire in June, received a helping hand from the employees of a nearby hospital.
Some Southern California communities could be at risk of flooding in the coming days due to Hurricane Genevieve.
The partnership will bring a Pioneer Baseball League team to Irvine in 2027, much like the Long Beach Coast, which joined the league earlier this year.
Some Southern California communities could be at risk of flooding in the coming days due to Hurricane Genevieve.
Irvine police say that the 25-year-old man spray-painted as many as 13 Teslas in various Orange County parking garages.
At just four days old, Valentina Isla Campbell has quite the story to tell after her mother had to give birth to her in a Jack in the Box parking lot.
Anaheim said it was having difficulty drawing water from ground wells, causing low water pressure citywide, including at Disneyland.
The shooting victim, a 36-year-old Hemet man, died 19 days after he was shot. The suspect, who was already in custody, is now expected to face murder charges.
FBI officials confirmed with CBS LA on Wednesday that agents were at the homes of San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman in Chino Hills and Ontario Mayor Pro Tempore Alan Wapner.
Jackie, the Big Bear bald eagle that has been recovering from an unknown sickness and a fight with two other eagles in early July, has taken an "encouraging step forward" and has been removed from intensive care, according to the Ojai Raptor Center.
The FBI would not confirm if the raids in Beverly Hills and San Bernardino County were connected, only that agents are "executing federal warrants today at various locations."
Riverside County detectives have arrested a suspect in connection with a cold case homicide investigation dating back to 2004, when a 17-year-old boy was fatally shot in La Quinta.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
According to the Air Traffic Control System Command Center, all airports and facilities were being impacted by the IT outage.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Police believe a suspect in the deadly shooting at a food festival in Seattle was among those who were killed, as another suspect remains on the loose and a teenager is in custody.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
President Trump ordered federal officials to install signs outside the National Museum of American History that correct what he says is "inaccurate" information presented by the institution about American history.
President Trump cracked jokes at the redo of the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Friday night, after an armed assailant upended April's dinner.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
More than 43,000 immigrants were arrested last month as DHS continues to detain people in less-publicized enforcement surges.
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.
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.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
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.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
The partnership will bring a Pioneer Baseball League team to Irvine in 2027, much like the Long Beach Coast, which joined the league earlier this year.
Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and college football hall of famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died.
Eric Lauer tossed one-hit ball over six scoreless innings, Andy Pages homered, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Seattle Mariners 4-2 on Wednesday night.
Cam Smith gave Houston the lead a with two-run double in the sixth inning, Yainer Diaz and Jeremy Peña hit solo homers and the Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-4 on Wednesday night for a three-game sweep.
Son Heung-min scored two goals in a three-minute span in the first half off assists from Carles Gil to propel the MLS All-Stars past the LIGA MX All-Stars 4-3 in the Major League Soccer All-Star Game.
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
Four women say Hollywood star Jared Leto committed sexual crimes against them when they were teenagers, in interviews with the BBC.
Sophia Maddox, co-director of the Hulu documentary "My Grandfather Charles Manson," spoke about her deeply personal journey after finding out through a DNA test that her biological grandfather was one of American history's most infamous criminals.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
PJ Starr and Cat Comeau, from The Cheesecake Factory, join CBS LA Mornings to celebrate National Cheesecake Day and share some tips on how to make the perfect dessert.
Saddie Murray, the Go-To Girlfriend, shares products that are bestie approved products to celebrate National Girlfriends Day.
As the demand for data centers across California grows, communities are raising concerns about the potential increase in their energy bills. California lawmakers are currently considering several proposals affecting data centers, including legislation intended to shield utility customers from increased electricity costs and address potential environmental impacts.
The extreme heat is going to be returning to Southern California. Conditions will be humid during the day and uncomfortable overnight. Temperatures could reach up to 110 degrees in some inland areas.
Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and college football hall of famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died.
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.
