2 years after Dobbs, Democratic-led states move to combat abortion bans
The efforts from Democratic-led states include shield laws that prohibit patients and providers from facing legal consequences for abortion procedures.
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The efforts from Democratic-led states include shield laws that prohibit patients and providers from facing legal consequences for abortion procedures.
Gov. Gavin Newsom and Bay Area elected officials spoke out on Saturday marking the one-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
In five states, voters will decide in the midterm elections this November whether to protect the right to abortion or restrict access.
Activists continue to battle for abortion rights in the wake of the astounding decision to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision by the Supreme Court earlier this year, with dozens gathered for rallies throughout SoCal on Saturday.
CBSLA Reporter Kandiss Crone talked to some activists and abortion rights supporters who rallied in Hollywood.
President Biden signed an executive order and spoke about what his administration is doing to protect reproductive rights after the Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade. He urged Americans to vote for lawmakers who would pass abortion rights legislation. Watch his remarks.
For the second straight week, signs and chants of "My body, My choice," was the constant slogan.
While speaking at the NATO summit on Thursday, President Joe Biden addressed his desire to codify Roe v. Wade into law by getting an exception to the Senate filibuster.
The amendment in California is part of Democrats' aggressive strategy to expand access to abortion in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling.
Kara Finnstrom reports from Downtown Los Angeles, where a fourth day of protests were planned in response to the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Demonstrators in L.A. joined the thousands of Americans marching over the weekend.
Kara Finnstrom reports on the continuing protests happening throughout the Southland as demonstrators rally against the recent SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Sweeting was pushed to ground during an abortion rights protest in Downtown LA on Saturday on the eastbound side of the 101 Freeway.
Conservatives say they're hopeful and happy.
CBS2 and KCAL9 provide team coverage of protests in response to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the landmark abortion rights case Roe v. Wade.
As a result to the Supreme Court's 5-4 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Newsom signed AB 1666, legislation aimed at protecting women, doctors and others who assist with abortions from civil judgement and civil lawsuits by states where abortions are illegal.
Tina Patel reports from Cal State University, Long Beach, where she spoke with several students about the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade announced by Supreme Court justices on Friday.
Rick Montanez reports from Downtown Los Angeles, where a series of protests are expected over the weekend, with several planned for Friday alone, after SCOTUS justices opted to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision which gave American women a constitutional right for abortion access.
Amy Johnson provides an update on SCOTUS' historic decision to overturn 50 years of precedent, and how the move is affecting different states around the nation, where some "trigger laws" have already gone into effect.
In the wake of the Supreme Court decision to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision made in 1973, President Joe Biden addressed the nation to over thoughts on what he called a "sad day for the court and for the country."
Angelenos joined the hundreds of thousands of Americans marching Saturday to protest the potential overturn of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision. Rina Nakano was in Downtown Los Angeles, where she spoke with several demonstrators fighting for abortion rights.
In light of a recent leak out of the Supreme Court, which detailed that justices plan to overturn the Roe v. Wade, the landmark decision to give American women abortion rights, California Governor Gavin Newsom and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi offered their thoughts over the weekend. Laurie Perez reports.
Demonstrators gathered across the Southland on Saturday in support of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, after a leaked document revealed that it may be overturned by Supreme Court justices.
The draft published by Politico indicates it was circulated in February, and the justices could change their votes in the days or weeks before a decision is released.
The group RiseUp4AbortionRights held protests in several cities across the nation including LA. They set up in the heart of the Hollywood to spread the word about what they call the erosion of reproductive rights and potential criminalization of abortion in many states.
Sarah Weddington, a Texas lawyer who as a 26-year-old successfully argued the landmark abortion rights case Roe v. Wade before the U.S. Supreme Court, died Sunday. She was 76.
Osaze Urhoghide scored in the 34th minute, Jonathan Sirois had three saves, and FC Dallas beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 to extend its unbeaten streak to six games.
When police arrived, they learned that an infant was found wrapped in a blanket inside a dumpster by a person who was taking out the trash.
California is toughening its DUI laws after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed four bills aimed at increasing penalties for impaired drivers and repeat offenders.
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills over the weekend that aimed at strengthening accountability for large-scale facilities and increasing support for communities in the event of an emergency like the Lineage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights in June.
When police arrived, they learned that an infant was found wrapped in a blanket inside a dumpster by a person who was taking out the trash.
California is toughening its DUI laws after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed four bills aimed at increasing penalties for impaired drivers and repeat offenders.
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills over the weekend that aimed at strengthening accountability for large-scale facilities and increasing support for communities in the event of an emergency like the Lineage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights in June.
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
When police arrived, they learned that an infant was found wrapped in a blanket inside a dumpster by a person who was taking out the trash.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills over the weekend that aimed at strengthening accountability for large-scale facilities and increasing support for communities in the event of an emergency like the Lineage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights in June.
So far in 2026, LA County public health officials say that 69 rabid bats have been detected, matching last year's total as peak season continues. Nearly 70% of the bats that tested positive for rabies were found in the Santa Clarita Valley.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
The members were selected by volunteers from the Tournament of Roses' Queen & Court Committee.
The Santa Ana Police Department warned residents about a Gaboon Viper possibly spotted in a neighborhood.
GKN Aerospace recently targeted Monday as the return to full operations at the aerospace facility.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
This is the first time any sea turtle has been documented nesting along the U.S. West Coast. Experts say olive ridley sea turtles typically nest farther south, in the warmer waters of Baja California, but this year the ocean there is exceptionally warm.
With a hurricane forecast to bring powerful waves, Orange County is considering measures to protect sea turtle nests in Seal Beach.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
Beloved Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was honored with a life-size monument in the area where she so frequently roamed the skies before her death last month.
Riverside police arrested the mother of an infant found abandoned next to an apartment complex dumpster last year after months of investigation.
Riverside police arrested a former care facility employee for allegedly using a hidden camera to film other staff inside a bathroom.
A call came in to the San Bernardino County Fire Department around 9:58 a.m. about a single aircraft down.
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
California is toughening its DUI laws after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed four bills aimed at increasing penalties for impaired drivers and repeat offenders.
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
California utility workers will have new legal protections after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill increasing penalties for assault and battery against workers while they are performing their jobs.
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
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.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials on Monday reported that the county has recorded 100 West Nile virus cases this year, marking the highest number in nearly a decade.
The CDPH said an unvaccinated passenger who later was hospitalized with measles traveled around the country by train and bus, eventually moving through at least six California counties before heading to Denver, Colorado.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
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.
California placed new restrictions on data centers, giving local communities more control over the electricity, land and water usage by the facilities.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Pest control company Terminix has agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by 29 California counties alleging the company unlawfully disposed of pesticides and violated customer privacy laws.
As Californians prepare to celebrate Labor Day and the contributions of American workers, labor unions are raising alarms about what they see as a growing threat to the future of human work.
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.
Osaze Urhoghide scored in the 34th minute, Jonathan Sirois had three saves, and FC Dallas beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 to extend its unbeaten streak to six games.
Bo Nix's keeper from inches outside the goal line with 47 seconds left powered the Broncos past the Rams 30-26, capping a wild final five minutes that included a 66-yard pick-6 by Denver and a quick touchdown response by Los Angeles.
Los Angeles FC fired head coach Marc Dos Santos on Sunday night, with just over a month left of his first season at the helm.
Josh Allen scored two touchdowns rushing and the Buffalo Bills overcame a five-turnover outing to pull out a 24-16 victory over the winless Los Angeles Chargers.
Logan Gilbert struck out eight in four no-hit innings and five Seattle pitchers combined for 12 strikeouts as the Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-3 in the regular-season finale for both teams.
A former Ohio music pastor who appeared on the singing competition "American Idol" is on trial over allegations that he killed his wife while having an affair.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
The MTV Video Music Awards are back in Los Angeles and CBS LA is celebrating ahead of the big event with a live red carpet special starting at 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Malibu is preparing for more coastal erosion from the powerful waves expected to pick up in the wake of Hurricane Polo. Nicole Comstock reports.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills over the weekend that aimed at strengthening accountability for large-scale facilities and increasing support for communities in the event of an emergency like the Lineage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights in June. Hunter Sowards reports.
The Santa Ana Police Department warned residents about a Gaboon Viper possibly spotted in a neighborhood. Lesley Marin reports.
Laurie Perez shows us how Long Beach is preparing for another round powerful waves coming from Hurricane Polo.
A watchdog report on wasteful consultant travel became a real-world test of the so-called high-speed rail "anti-transparency" law.
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.
