NOAA and National Weather Service job cuts raise concerns about forecasts
A hurricane modeling specialist fired from the National Weather Service said progress on forecast accuracy may "go backwards" if job cuts continue.
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A hurricane modeling specialist fired from the National Weather Service said progress on forecast accuracy may "go backwards" if job cuts continue.
NOAA previously fired 880 employees on Feb. 27, the majority of which were probationary staff with fewer than two years in their positions.
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
The forecasted conditions come after a weekend of jaw-dropping northern lights seen as far south as Florida and as "magnetically complex" sunspots bigger than Earth continue to emit solar flares.
People from the United States and Canada to the United Kingdom, Poland, parts of China and Russia saw the northern lights this weekend.
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
Post-tropical cyclone Philippe is expected to track north and likely drench parts of New England and Canada's southeast coast over the weekend.
Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane over the Big Bend region of Florida, before continuing along its path toward Georgia and the Carolinas.
The National Hurricane Center said Idalia was weakening but water levels could reach as high as 16 feet in some areas.
It is extremely rare for California to be hit with tropical storms or hurricanes — but it has happened before.
Data from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show July 2023 was hotter than any month on record.
They are an important part of the world's ocean water cycle, often contributing to water supplies — but also can bring destruction.
The hazards of a bomb cyclone can be multifaceted and vary based on the location and speed of the storm. Here's what to know.
The powerful storm hit western Cuba early Tuesday, and is expected to strengthen even more before dealing a blow to Florida's west coast.
It was forecast to squeeze past Bermuda Thursday before hitting easternmost Canada by late Friday.
Laguna Beach police detectivessay a suspect trespassed onto the property of the Pacific Marine Mammal Center and introduced a large amount of chlorine into the water filtration system between 8 p.m. April 27 and 6 a.m. April 28.
In an effort to eradicate illegal fishing and seafood fraud, the Obama Administration is launching a fish tracking system that would eventually tell consumers where their fish was caught, processed and stored.
The olive ridley sea turtle was underweight, hypothermic and barely breathing when it was discovered stranded by Marine Animal Rescue workers in early January.
Several members of Congress representing coastal states are voicing concern about a proposed federal regulation that could pre-empt state bans on buying or selling shark fins.
The Los Angeles area still has some of the nation's dirtiest air, but a study released Thursday concluded cars are belching far fewer pollution-causing fumes.
Brandon Bustillo, 16, was leaving a quinceañera party in Pomona when a driver ran him over.
Inglewood police are searching for a suspect who allegedly beat a man while shouting racial obscenities.
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
Los Angeles County has reached a tentative $4 billion settlement for thousands of sexual abuse cases dating back to the 1950s.
Lemon has long golden hair on his head, short hair on his body and is nearly toothless because of his age. The pup's owners are offering $2,000 for his safe return.
Brandon Bustillo, 16, was leaving a quinceañera party in Pomona when a driver ran him over.
Inglewood police are searching for a suspect who allegedly beat a man while shouting racial obscenities.
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
Los Angeles County has reached a tentative $4 billion settlement for thousands of sexual abuse cases dating back to the 1950s.
Lemon has long golden hair on his head, short hair on his body and is nearly toothless because of his age. The pup's owners are offering $2,000 for his safe return.
Brandon Bustillo, 16, was leaving a quinceañera party in Pomona when a driver ran him over.
Inglewood police are searching for a suspect who allegedly beat a man while shouting racial obscenities.
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
Los Angeles County has reached a tentative $4 billion settlement for thousands of sexual abuse cases dating back to the 1950s.
Lemon has long golden hair on his head, short hair on his body and is nearly toothless because of his age. The pup's owners are offering $2,000 for his safe return.
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
A sick brown pelican fell from the sky over an equestrian center in Huntington Beach on Sunday, something that officials say is part of a much bigger problem impacting wildlife across the region.
It happened at around 7:30 p.m. on Friday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
The pelican's tour began with an early morning landing in Terminal A at the Orange County airport.
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
How the American Legion helped a Ventura County man keep a decades-old promise to watch over his best friend after the Vietnam War.
Despite being shot five times, Sergeant Shane Andersen managed to take down a gunman who started shooting at a Victorville gas station.
Nearly six dozen people were arrested during a weeks-long operation targeting child sex offenders in San Bernardino County, according to law enforcement officials.
Firefighters say that they found seven different fires burning near American Legion Riverside Post 79 at Lake Evans to Mission Inn Avenue on Friday night.
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.
UPS on Tuesday announced it is planning to cut 20,000 jobs as part of its plan for workforce consolidation.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up 3-1 in the first-round series.
Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, was also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day during former President Joe Biden's term in 2021.
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
The California Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to ban cat declawing in the state. The bill will now go to the state senate.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly set to make her first major speech since losing last fall's presidential election to Donald Trump, with a speech in San Francisco this week.
Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, was also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day during former President Joe Biden's term in 2021.
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
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.
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
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.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
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.
Tommy Edman hit a two-run single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers blew a five-run lead before rallying to beat the Miami Marlins 7-6.
Right-hander Tyler Glasnow has been placed on the 15-day injured list by the Los Angeles Dodgers with right shoulder inflammation in the latest setback for the defending World Series champions' perpetually injury-plagued pitching staff.
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal will become the next general manager of the Sacramento State Hornets men's basketball program, ESPN first reported Monday.
Kevin Love announced his father's death in an Instagram post Sunday night.
Leon Draisaitl scored off a rebound on a power play at 18:18 of overtime and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 on Sunday night in Game 4 to tie the first-round playoff series.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Popular stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the host of the 77th Emmy Awards airing on CBS on Sept
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
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.
Desmond Shaw flies to downtown Los Angeles for this episode of Look At This!
We're not even through spring but some retailers are worried the tariffs could steal Christmas. Lesley Marin reports.
Inglewood police are searching for a hate crime suspect who allegedly beat a man while shouting obscenities at him Tuesday morning.
Brandon Bustillo, 16, was leaving a quinceañera party in Pomona when a driver ran him over. Nicole Comstock reports.
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar. Alys Martinez reports.
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.
