2018 California Propositions: Results For Statewide Measures
Election Day 2018 has come to an end, and California voters decided on nearly a dozen statewide measures from rent control to repealing the state's fuel tax.
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SoCal Woman Calls For Rose Parade Boycott Over Same-Sex Wedding Float
A Southland woman has issued a call on social media to boycott the Tournament of Roses Parade over plans for two men to be married atop a parade float.
San Bernardino Man Says He Was Fired After Marrying Same-Sex Partner
A San Bernardino man says he was fired from his job less than two weeks after he celebrated his marriage to his same-sex partner.
Same-Sex Marriage Opponents Want Calif. Supreme Court To Stop Gay Weddings
Opponents of same-sex marriage say they are asking the California Supreme Court to order county clerks to deny marriage licenses to same-sex couples.
Porn Industry Challenges Condom Law Following Prop 8 Ruling
A case involving the adult film industry's challenge to the local condom law was scheduled to go to court Thursday afternoon.
Same-Sex Couples Plan Weddings As Prop 8 Proponents Vow To Fight On
Same-sex couples continued to make wedding plans Sunday despite the fact that proponents of Prop 8 have filed an emergency motion to ask the Supreme Court to stop gay marriages in California.
Supreme Court Allows Same-Sex Marriages To Resume In Calif., Rules DOMA Unconstitutional
The U.S. Supreme Court Wednesday cleared the way for same-sex marriages to resume in California.
Celebrities Take To Twitter To Celebrate Prop. 8, DOMA Rulings
Hollywood took to Twitter Wednesday celebrating the Supreme Court's historic ruling that cleared the way for same-sex marriage in California.
Vigil Held In Southland For Overturning Prop 8
As the Supreme Court debates on homosexual marriage, Southern Californians gathered in vigil, as anticipation of the court's ruling grows.
Court Grounds Packed On First Day Of Gay Marriage Case
They mostly kept their distance, these supporters and opponents of gay marriage, as they massed Tuesday in front of the Supreme Court to proclaim with signs and slogans their conflicting views about the cutting-edge question before the justices.
Long Beach Raises Pride Flag In Opposition To Prop. 8
The City of Long Beach Tuesday raised a pride flag as a sign of solidarity in support of same-sex marriage.
Prop 8 Debate Heats Up Again After President Asks Court To Overturn The Ban
The debate over Proposition 8 heated up again Thursday after President Barack Obama asked the Supreme Court to overturn California's ban on same-sex marriage.
Supreme Court To Hear Prop. 8 Appeal
The Supreme Court on Friday decided it will take up California's ban on same-sex marriage.
U.S. Supreme Court Postpones Prop. 8 Ruling Friday
The U.S. Supreme Court did not make an expected decision Monday on whether to hear a lower court's decision regarding Proposition 8.
US Supreme Court To Discuss Prop 8 Friday
After years of emotional and contentious debate, court proceedings, ballot measures, protests and endless TV ads, the subject of same-sex marriage in California may finally be decided.
Prop 8 Backers Say They Will Likely Take Their Case To Supreme Court
Hundreds of jubilant supporters of same sex marriage marched through West Hollywood Tuesday in celebration of the Federal Appeals Court decision that Proposition 8 is unconstitutional because it violates the rights of gays and lesbians.
Appeals Court Refuses To Unseal Prop 8 Trial Videos
A federal appeals court refused Thursday to unseal video recordings of a landmark trial on the constitutionality of California's same-sex marriage ban but said it needed more time to decide if a lower court judge properly struck down the voter-approved ban.
LA-Based Gay Rights Group Cleared To Start Getting Signatures To Rescind Prop 8
A gay rights group that wants to repeal the state constitutional amendment that stripped same-sex couples in California of the right to get married has been cleared to start gathering signatures for a measure that would rescind the gay marriage ban known as Proposition 8.
Ruling In Prop. 8 Battle Allows Appeal To Continue
Both sides of California's Proposition 8 debate are pleased with a ruling handed down Thursday by the California Supreme Court.
Attorney: Don't Let Calif. 'Veto' Overrule Voter-Backed Prop. 8
Supporters of a voter-backed measure to ban gay marriages in California argued before the state Supreme Court for the right to appeal a federal ruling overturning the ban.
California Supreme Court To Hear Gay Marriage Case After Labor Day
California's highest court says it will hear arguments right after Labor Day on an issue that is likely to prove decisive for the fate of the state's voter-enacted ban on same-sex marriages.
Judge's Ruling To Strike Down Same-Sex Marriage Ban Upheld
A federal judge has upheld a gay judge's ruling to strike down California's same-sex marriage ban.
Group Alleges Conflict Of Interest For Gay Judge In Prop. 8 Battle
Lawyers argue that the judge's relationship status, not his sexual orientation, gave him too much in common with the couples who successfully sued to overturn the ban in his court.
Lawyers Ask California To Lift Gay Marriage Ban
A lawsuit filed with a state appellate court comes after the Justice Department says it will no longer defend the Defense of Marriage Act in court.
Calif. Court To Answer Question On Gay Marriage Ban
California's highest court is wading back into the legal morass surrounding the state's voter-approved gay marriage ban.
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Villanueva campaign manager under fire after saying he "bought a salsa maker" from Hispanic clergy
A tweet from Javier Gonzalez appeared to disparage the Hispanic clergy another candidate had taken pictures with.
45K pieces of Disney memorabilia go up for auction
Among the highlights is a Disneyland Mr. Toad's Wild Ride vehicle from 1993.
Mid-City apartment dwellers going on 10 days without hot water after gas leak
The residents at the 32-unit Stanford Apartments, 636 S. Cochran Ave., say a gas leak happened at the building nearly 10 days ago.
Proposed Calif. movie set gun restrictions, a response to 'Rust' shooting, fail to garner support
One of the bills would have banned the use of guns and blank ammunition containing gun powder or other explosive charges from film sets.
LA hotel workers' petition for better work conditions, higher pay, moves forward
Hotels with more than 45 rooms would have to pay wage premiums when giving workloads that exceed specified limits.
Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
Montebello Police release dramatic footage of shootout inside 7-Eleven as they increase search for suspects involved
The shooting occurred on April 30, when a pair of suspects had a brief discussion before firing at least 15 shots at each other while five other uninvolved people fled for cover.
LAPD budget proposes $87 million increase after recent rash of robberies
The Los Angeles Police Department hopes to hire 780 new officers with this potential influx of cash.
All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
Some homeowners in the area are not only concerned that the area is quickly becoming a fire danger, but that it is also turning into a homeless encampment.
Riverside school employee arrested for giving students fentanyl
The employee was working at a school that serves students with special needs.
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Villanueva campaign manager under fire after saying he "bought a salsa maker" from Hispanic clergy
A tweet from Javier Gonzalez appeared to disparage the Hispanic clergy another candidate had taken pictures with.
45K pieces of Disney memorabilia go up for auction
Among the highlights is a Disneyland Mr. Toad's Wild Ride vehicle from 1993.
Mid-City apartment dwellers going on 10 days without hot water after gas leak
The residents at the 32-unit Stanford Apartments, 636 S. Cochran Ave., say a gas leak happened at the building nearly 10 days ago.
Proposed Calif. movie set gun restrictions, a response to 'Rust' shooting, fail to garner support
One of the bills would have banned the use of guns and blank ammunition containing gun powder or other explosive charges from film sets.
LA hotel workers' petition for better work conditions, higher pay, moves forward
Hotels with more than 45 rooms would have to pay wage premiums when giving workloads that exceed specified limits.
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Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
Some homeowners in the area are not only concerned that the area is quickly becoming a fire danger, but that it is also turning into a homeless encampment.
Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Tenants evicted from unsafe housing
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
Video Allegedly Shows VA Police Officer Using Baton To Beat Suspect 32 Times
A video depicting an officer with the Veterans Affairs Police Department swinging his baton at a suspect on the ground more than two dozen times has raised questions about possible police brutality.
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Villanueva campaign manager under fire after saying he "bought a salsa maker" from Hispanic clergy
A tweet from Javier Gonzalez appeared to disparage the Hispanic clergy another candidate had taken pictures with.
Mid-City apartment dwellers going on 10 days without hot water after gas leak
The residents at the 32-unit Stanford Apartments, 636 S. Cochran Ave., say a gas leak happened at the building nearly 10 days ago.
Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
Montebello Police release dramatic footage of shootout inside 7-Eleven as they increase search for suspects involved
The shooting occurred on April 30, when a pair of suspects had a brief discussion before firing at least 15 shots at each other while five other uninvolved people fled for cover.
LAPD budget proposes $87 million increase after recent rash of robberies
The Los Angeles Police Department hopes to hire 780 new officers with this potential influx of cash.
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Costa Mesa man pleads guilty to involvement in Jan. 6 breach of U.S. Capitol
Christian Secor pleaded guilty to "obstruction of an official proceeding," and now faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
Bird rescue group seeing alarming influx of sick brown pelicans from all over Southern California
More than 101 new brown pelicans have been brought into the International Bird Rescue's Los Angeles Wildlife Center since May 12, and the center says they expect even more this week.
Mercedes Benz suspected in Orange County vehicle burglaries outfitted with license plate flipper, gas-siphoning device
Yasmine Kambour, 37, and Chris Huynh, 44, both of Garden Grove were arrested Tuesday morning after an alert resident saw them in the parking garage of 2100 Scholarship.
Anaheim Council members call for Mayor Sidhu's resignation amid federal corruption probe
Sidhu is accused of trying to solicit $1 million to help finalize the sale of Angel Stadium to team owner Arte Moreno's development company.
All evacuation zones in Coastal Fire now lifted
The remaining mandatory evacuation zone on Coronado Pointe, in Laguna Niguel, was lifted Wednesday.
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Riverside school employee arrested for giving students fentanyl
The employee was working at a school that serves students with special needs.
Hundreds of local firefighters practice fire control in Riverside County
Following a devastating wildfire that destroyed 20 homes in Orange County, over 400 firefighters from 14 different agencies practiced wildfire control in preparation for what experts expect to be a hot, dry summer.
Riverside woman held at gunpoint amid spike in home invasions
Riverside police are investigating to see if this home invasion is connected to three others that happened nearby.
Chino Hills community rallies around owner of Verizon dealer and repair shop
More than 1,200 people have signed a petition in hopes that Verizon will reinstate its ties to Anu Singh, owner of Chino Hills Wireless, whose top performing store was cut off by the company earlier this year.
Pandemic unemployment fraud ring ran by woman serving life in prison
A woman imprisoned for life after helping murder her mother allegedly led a group of 13 people to defraud California out of at least $2 million.
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MasterCard and Starbucks to cover abortion travel for workers
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Friend, former agent, others testify about Johnny Depp's substance use
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Gas could hit $6.20 per gallon by August, analyst predicts
California drivers are already paying $6 a gallon — that could soon become the new normal around the U.S., JPMorgan says.
Stocks tumble on recession fears, edging close to a bear market
High inflation, rising interest rates and disappointing corporate earnings are souring Wall Street's outlook.
Scammers seeking to exploit baby formula shortage, FTC warns
Cybercriminals "have sunk to new lows" in targeting parents who struggling to find food for their babies, agency says.
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Villanueva campaign manager under fire after saying he "bought a salsa maker" from Hispanic clergy
A tweet from Javier Gonzalez appeared to disparage the Hispanic clergy another candidate had taken pictures with.
Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
New Villanueva campaign ad taken down after Archdiocese of Los Angeles objects to its filming in church
The ad was apparently filmed in East LA's St. Alphonsus Church.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
LA County Sheriff candidate Matt Rodriguez's campaign signs stolen, rearranged to spell out "Alex"
The signs were rearranged on a chain-link fence right in front of the department's Monterey Park facilities.
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2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
Mega Mistake: Announcer mistakenly calls Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9" in Tuesday night's drawing
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
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LA County moved from 'low' to 'medium' COVID level as cases rise
The change happens when there are more than 200 cases per 100,000 residents. As of Thursday, the county reported 202 cases per 100,000 people.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
MasterCard and Starbucks to cover abortion travel for workers
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Dodgers broadcast team won't travel to upcoming away games due to positive COVID tests
The team said the games will be broadcast from Los Angeles similar to how they were in 2020 and in 2021.
Rep. Judy Chu tests positive for COVID-19
Chu, D-Pasadena, says she is currently asymptomatic.
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2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
Mega Mistake: Announcer mistakenly calls Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9" in Tuesday night's drawing
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
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All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Justin Turner 3-run HR, Dodgers top D-backs for 4-game sweep
Walker Buehler tossed his first career shutout against the Arizona Diamondbacks last month. He wasn't nearly as sharp facing them again.
Dodgers will play first doubleheader at Dodger Stadium since 1999
The last time there was a doubleheader at Dodger Stadium, Napster had just been released and SpongeBob was a brand new character.
Dodgers top Bumgarner, D-Backs, 5-4
The Boys in Blue scored three runs off of familiar foe Madison Bumgarner, saddling him with the loss - his seventh straight at the hands of the Dodgers.
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Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Friend, former agent, others testify about Johnny Depp's substance use
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Motion Picture Academy announces rule changes for 95th Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that films must debut in theaters to qualify for award consideration.
Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre turns 95
Movie exhibitor Sid Grauman, one of Hollywood's most creative showmen, opened the movie palace in 1927, during the silent movie era.
CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
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CBS News Los Angeles: The Rundown (May 20 AM Edition)
Here are the latest headlines in local news and weather. Updated twice daily.
45K pieces of Disney memorabilia go up for auction
One of the most significant collections of Disney memorabilia will go up for auction this weekend.
Amber Lee's weather forecast (May 20)
Expect cooler temps with a strong sea breeze. A high of 67 for the beaches and 71 for the valleys Friday.
Proposed Calif. movie set gun restrictions, a response to 'Rust' shooting, fail to garner support
New rules about how and when actors can use guns while filming failed to pass the California Legislature on Thursday just months after a gun actor Alec Baldwin was holding went off and killed a cinematographer on a movie set in New Mexico.
Authors talk bestseller "Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the Nineties to Now"
Jeff Yang, Philip Wang and Phil Yu, the authors of "Rise: A Pop History of Asian America from the Nineties to Now," spoke to CBS2's Jeff Nguyen about the issues their bestselling new book tackles.
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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.
64th Annual Grammys
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
Shots from The Chevron Championship 2022
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.
