Virgin Galactic launches its first flight with space tourists
Virgin Galactic's seventh sub-orbital spaceflight included three space tourists, its first fully commercial passengers.
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Virgin Galactic's seventh sub-orbital spaceflight included three space tourists, its first fully commercial passengers.
Rocket company is halting its operations indefinitely after failing to secure new funds following scrubbed mission.
To meet rising demand, SpaceX plans three rideshare missions per year to give small satellites access to space.
The mission was "safely terminated" shortly after the rocket was released from a Boeing 747 aircraft in what was meant to be its first mid-air ignition.
A high-speed train traveling from Southern California to Las Vegas might just be a few years away.
Virgin founder Richard Branson's rocket-powered passenger spacecraft, SpaceShipTwo, zoomed closer to taking tourists to the edge of space Tuesday.
Virgin Galactic has conducted the first powered test flight of its new space tourism rocket.
The company also said Monday it had reached speeds of 387 km per hour, or roughly 240 miles per hour.
USC Professor John Boudreau says businesses have begun to increasingly treat workers like customers -- especially in competitive fields like high tech.
Billionaire Richard Branson is promising to find out what caused the crash of his Virgin Galactic prototype space tourism rocket that killed a test pilot, but federal investigators are cautioning that it may take up to a year to learn exactly what went wrong.
The pilot killed during a test flight of Virgin Galactic's prototype space tourism rocket over the Mojave Desert on Friday was identified Saturday as a 39-year-old Tehachapi man.
Billionaire adventurer Richard Branson on Tuesday unveiled a new single-person submarine that he said will be used to set new world records by exploring the five deepest parts of the world's oceans.
Billionaire adventurer Richard Branson is hinting at underwater adventures with the unveiling of his latest business venture at a Southern California yacht club.
Footage from the scene showed one car on its side and a second car overturned onto its roof.
The crash happened at around 6 p.m. in the 2800 block of Cahuenga Boulevard, which runs adjacent to the 101 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
One person was wounded during an attempted robbery that turned into a shooting near the Santa Monica Pier on Sunday night.
Police said that a person of interest was detained at the scene early Sunday morning.
The life of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was celebrated during Sunday's Ontario Tower Buzzers game, where thousands paid homage to the beloved raptor that died earlier this month. Half of the game's ticket proceeds were donated to the Friends of Big Bear Valley.
Footage from the scene showed one car on its side and a second car overturned onto its roof.
The crash happened at around 6 p.m. in the 2800 block of Cahuenga Boulevard, which runs adjacent to the 101 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
One person was wounded during an attempted robbery that turned into a shooting near the Santa Monica Pier on Sunday night.
Police said that a person of interest was detained at the scene early Sunday morning.
The life of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was celebrated during Sunday's Ontario Tower Buzzers game, where thousands paid homage to the beloved raptor that died earlier this month. Half of the game's ticket proceeds were donated to the Friends of Big Bear Valley.
Footage from the scene showed one car on its side and a second car overturned onto its roof.
The crash happened at around 6 p.m. in the 2800 block of Cahuenga Boulevard, which runs adjacent to the 101 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
One person was wounded during an attempted robbery that turned into a shooting near the Santa Monica Pier on Sunday night.
Police said that a person of interest was detained at the scene early Sunday morning.
More than 22,000 Long Beach residents lost power Sunday night due to a Southern California Edison outage, all in the midst of a sweltering wave of heat.
A 21-year-old Orange County woman was killed in a crash that was allegedly caused by street racing on Thursday night, according to authorities.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
A Fullerton youth soccer coach was arrested on Wednesday after he allegedly used Instagram to solicit a minor for sexual activity.
Wildlife activists named the new eagle that has been seen accompanying Shadow through the treetops and skies of Big Bear.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer announced the buyback will take place Sept. 13 at Angel Stadium, offering gift cards and Los Angeles Angels tickets in exchange for the bikes.
The life of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was celebrated during Sunday's Ontario Tower Buzzers game, where thousands paid homage to the beloved raptor that died earlier this month. Half of the game's ticket proceeds were donated to the Friends of Big Bear Valley.
Two teens were arrested in connection with an allegedly unprovoked assault and theft at a San Bernardino apartment complex hot tub last week, according to police.
A 48-year-old man was arrested on Saturday after human remains were found during a homicide investigation, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
One person was killed and two others were rescued from inside a San Bernardino County home by U.S. Marines after an explosion on Friday night, according to firefighters.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested for murder after a 17-year-old was fatally shot at an Independence High School football game on Friday night, according to Bakersfield police.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
The fire apparently began Saturday and grew significantly throughout the day, fueled by strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
California lawmakers could pass a first-in-the-nation ban on social media accounts for children under 16 and add $1 million fines on the tech industry.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
In what has become a debate garnering national attention over whether standardized testing should continue to be administered in schools, California legislators are urging the state's public universities to reconsider their policies on SAT and ACT scores.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
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.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
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 life of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was celebrated during Sunday's Ontario Tower Buzzers game, where thousands paid homage to the beloved raptor that died earlier this month. Half of the game's ticket proceeds were donated to the Friends of Big Bear Valley.
Blake Snell threw six scoreless innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers won their sixth straight game by easing past the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0.
Ezequiel Durán and Elias Díaz hit solo homers, Cal Quantrill worked six scoreless innings and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Sunday.
Denis Bouanga scored late in the second half and Los Angeles FC escaped with a 1-1 draw after trailing the Portland Timbers for 75 minutes.
Tarik Skubal struck out 11 to earn his first win as a Dodger.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
Ten people were hospitalized with injuries of varying severity after a two-car rollover crash in Whittier on Sunday night.
One person was wounded during an attempted robbery that turned into a shooting near the Santa Monica Pier on Sunday night.
A Southern California Edison outage temporarily left more than 20,000 Long Beach residents without power on Sunday night. Brittney Ermon reports.
Police said a person of interest was detained for the shooting, but no arrests were announced as of Sunday night.
Cahuenga Boulevard was closed for hours due to the crash.
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.
