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office says his controversial pick for the state Board of Education, former state superintendent Bill Honig, has withdrawn his name for the job.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.
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
Los Angeles public health staff said the traveler arrived at LAX on June 11 and stayed at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.
The 56-year-old woman claimed to be a Pasadena resident whose property was impacted by the Eaton Fire, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. They also said that she fraudulently received more than $50k in jobless benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Investigators with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife say a black bear entered a home in the mountain community around 6 a.m. on Monday by pushing through a bedroom screen.
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued a shelter-in-place order, saying, "Stay indoors and close windows."
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
Los Angeles public health staff said the traveler arrived at LAX on June 11 and stayed at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.
Investigators with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife say a black bear entered a home in the mountain community around 6 a.m. on Monday by pushing through a bedroom screen.
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News.
Los Angeles public health staff said the traveler arrived at LAX on June 11 and stayed at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport Hotel.
The 56-year-old woman claimed to be a Pasadena resident whose property was impacted by the Eaton Fire, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. They also said that she fraudulently received more than $50k in jobless benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Investigators with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife say a black bear entered a home in the mountain community around 6 a.m. on Monday by pushing through a bedroom screen.
Residents were asked to stay inside, shut their doors and windows and stop running air conditioning units due to the smoke from the fire.
Superior Court Judge David Wasserman said there is clear and convincing evidence that Applegate knew what he was doing and that his actions would cause a reasonable person to "suffer substantial emotional distress."
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Police say that the beige/tan Chrysler PT Cruiser has a faded convertible top, unique lights, chrome rims and will likely have front-end damage after the June 5 crash that killed a bicyclist near the intersection of Bluegrass Street and Arlington Avenue.
People living in Southern California beach cities were busy preparing for a weekend full of king tides and powerful surf that could cause flooding in some low-lying areas.
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Riverside residents are raising concerns about reports that some of the historic artwork inside the Mission Inn, including the Taft Chair and the statue of the goddess Pomona, has been removed following the hotel's recent purchase.
Riverside County homicide investigators have announced two arrests in connection with a homicide in May that left a 47-year-old man dead in Home Gardens.
Firefighters said that the blaze was burning near the Fisherman's Retreat in the unincorporated area of El Casco, southwest of Calimesa.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Gov. Newsom's office is escalating its fight with the Trump administration, sending a letter Tuesday to Acting U.S. AG Todd Blanche accusing the Justice Department of conducting a politically motivated investigation into his wife and associates.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
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.
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.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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.
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.
Mike Trout hit a two-run home run and an RBI double for the Los Angeles Angels in a 7-0 shutout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th home run of the season and Justin Wrobleski threw six innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 1-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee will begin accepting applications for 60,000 positions on its volunteer crew starting in July.
Karl-Anthony Towns will "be beloved forever," Magic Johnson said in a surprise congratulatory message on "CBS Mornings" after the New York Knicks won the NBA championship.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is investigating a black bear home invasion in Crestline earlier this week that left a 19-year-old man with injuries. Zach Boetto reports.
The eight victims who were killed during a B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base were identified on Wednesday. Jasmine Viel reports.
CBS LA team coverage at the scene of the Boyle Heights warehouse fire offers multiple perspectives as the flames diminish.
Thick black smoke and flames are erupting from a solar-paneled commercial warehouse building in Boyle Heights, prompting a shelter-in-place order for neighboring areas.
Tony Hawk talks about his partnership with Visit Anaheim to champion nostalgia travel and Anaheim’s longstanding influence on skateboarding and the Southern California lifestyle.
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.
