California Republicans Say They're Pleased With Job President Trump Is Doing
"I heard someone say earlier it feels like Christmas everyday," said Robin Hvidston, "and that is how we feel."
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Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry Comes To Riverside Looking Towards 2016 Race
"It may come as a surprise to a few of you here that I've been thinking a little bit about running," Perry said to laughter.
Laguna Beach Millionaire Wants To Be California's Next Governor
"Keep the government out of our homes, out of our hospitals, out of our bedrooms," he says.
Tea Party Patriots Rally Against IRS 'Intimidation'
Dozens of protesters were lined up at one IRS location along 6th Street in L.A. following acknowledgement from IRS officials that some conservative groups received inappropriate attention.
Tea Party Patriots To Rally At IRS Offices
Protesters were expected Tuesday to descend upon IRS offices throughout Southern California and nationwide in the wake of reports that the tax collection agency targeted conservative groups.
Reports Of IRS Targeting Conservative Groups In California
Days after the IRS said low-level employees in a Cincinnati office targeted groups with the words "tea party", "patriots" or "9/12" in their names, new reports are emerging of the practice at offices in El Monte and Laguna Nigel.
Opinion: Amazing 'Stupid Things'
Former House Republican Leader Dick Armey criticized GOP candidates for saying "stupid things," but here is one problem: The 2012 candidates were talking about Republican policy.
Opinion: Seceding From The Union Is Not A Good Idea
I find interest in the circus surrounding people in the fifty states of the Union petitioning to secede from the United States since President Barack Obama was reelected two weeks ago, I'll be the first to admit that any state seceding from the Union is a terrible idea.
Opinion: 'I'm Not A Scientist, Man' And The GOP's War On Reason
If Republicans, as a political party, continue this hostility toward science then they do not understand the driving force that science and innovation play in our economy. It also is another proof point in the case that Democrats made about Republican math not adding up.
Opinion: Elections Have Consequences
The day after the voters spoke in our democracy, Republicans sought to set aside the results and focus on winning next time. It is not just a losing proposition for Republicans, it is a losing proposition for America.
Opinion: Another Hurricane Reminds Us Of The Need For An Effective Administration
The 2012 presidential campaign between President Obama and Mitt Romney will be book-ended by hurricanes.
Opinion: Why Don't Republicans Understand Rape?
Once again, a Republican politician has said something extreme about rape. Extreme and extremely stupid.
Opinion: Obama's Talk Of A War on Women Contradicted By The Elevation Of Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton is a glowing example of the heights women are reaching in the United States in recent times. She contradicts the notion thrust forth by President Obama and his political party that there is an alleged-"War on Women".
Opinion: Dumping Cold Water On Trump's October Surprise
While Trump may have an "October surprise" that will destroy President Obama's reelection campaign for the White House, I don't think it's going to be much more than seeing Trump get the headlines for part of the day, again.
Opinion: Binders Full Of Women Is Only Tip Of Romney Anti-Women Iceberg
Romney is lucky that people grabbed on to the "binders full of women" comment because his comment about giving his female Chief of Staff flex time so she could go home and cook dinner was mostly over looked.
CBS Local Presidential Forum: Obama/Romney: Duke It Out Over Energy And Health Care
The two presidential candidates were asked a question by CBS Local about Obamacare vs. Romneycare and asked them to talk about the similarities or differences between the two plans.
Opinion: Rivard Yet Another Republican To Devalue Women
"Some girls rape easy." Those are the shocking words of Roger Rivard, a Republican state representative in Wisconsin previously endorsed by Paul Ryan.
Opinion: Mitt Romney Lie-O-Rama Tour Continues
Romney might say he won't restrict a woman's right to choose, but his message is clearly coded for his rightwing base: you do not have to worry about the Supreme Court. Relax, I'm with you, but I'm running for president for Pete's sake.
Opinion: Romney's Move To The Middle Is Nothing More Than Baseless Rhetoric
Why is Mitt Romney, the severely Conservative candidate for president, all of a sudden moving to the middle?
Opinion: Does Mitt Romney Have An October Surprise For The Debate?
Is Mitt Romney planning an October surprise of sorts for tonight? Has he been saving big policy announcements and details for the debate?
Opinion: Billions Are Being Spent On This Election, But Will It Change Anything?
For all the billions spent by the Obama and Romney campaigns, Republican and Democratic parties, and countless outside groups, we may wake up November 7th to a Washington that is virtually unchanged.
Opinion: Republicans Endorse Todd Akin As Senate Chances Slip Away
After Mitt Romney's 47% don't pay taxes remark, Conservative columnist Peggy Noonan dubbed the Romney campaign a "rolling calamity" for all its problems and continuing self-inflicted wounds. At this point, she might have to extend that label to Republican efforts to take the majority in the Senate as they flounder and flip flop.
Opinion: Republicans Are Abandoning Romney's Sinking Ship
Romney is dragging his own campaign and every Republican down. Republican operatives and House and Senate candidates have conceded as much throughout the month of September.
Opinion: Republicans Stoke Racial Resentment And Divide The Country
Mitt Romney seems to be drinking the same Kool-Aid as some of his nuttiest supporters. Mitt Romney is silent... and occasionally joins in as his endorsers make increasingly outrageous statements against the president.
Opinion: Clint Eastwood Made My Day
Last night, Clint Eastwood produced the most bizarre and uncomfortable moments in modern convention history. If Mitt Romney cannot get his campaign right. If he cannot even get the things that he can control right, how can he make the case that he can run the country?
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Family of 18-year-old Daina Monroe, shot and killed 7 months ago, offer $45,000 reward in the case
Police say that Monroe was sitting in a car, along with her sister and two friends, discussing what movie to watch, when just before midnight another car pulled up and opened fire into their vehicle, killing her.
3 armed suspects rob marijuana dispensary near Pasadena
The suspects, who reportedly fired their guns multiple times, were able to get away in a grey Dodge Charger just as deputies arrived.
Children's Hospital LA seeing hours-long wait times for emergency room
Parents with sick children are being forced to wait hours in at least one local emergency room. Children's Hospital Los Angeles said there has been an increase in the number of kids coming in for respiratory viruses.
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.
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.
LA Unified School District receives $44 million grant
The Los Angeles Unified School District received more than $44 million in grant funds from California with the goal of bolstering educational programs at traditionally under-resourced school campuses.
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District approves once a week watering restrictions
As of June 1, residents with even addresses will be permitted to irrigate on Tuesdays, and those with odd addresses on Thursdays, for eight minutes per irrigation station.
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.
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.
All evacuation zones in Coastal Fire now lifted
The remaining mandatory evacuation zone on Coronado Pointe, in Laguna Niguel, was lifted Wednesday.
Rosemead police bolster patrols around city's Taiwan Center following mass shooting
The department has also boosted patrols around houses of worship and community centers around San Gabriel Valley.
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.
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Family of 18-year-old Daina Monroe, shot and killed 7 months ago, offer $45,000 reward in the case
Police say that Monroe was sitting in a car, along with her sister and two friends, discussing what movie to watch, when just before midnight another car pulled up and opened fire into their vehicle, killing her.
3 armed suspects rob marijuana dispensary near Pasadena
The suspects, who reportedly fired their guns multiple times, were able to get away in a grey Dodge Charger just as deputies arrived.
Children's Hospital LA seeing hours-long wait times for emergency room
Parents with sick children are being forced to wait hours in at least one local emergency room. Children's Hospital Los Angeles said there has been an increase in the number of kids coming in for respiratory viruses.
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.
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.
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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.
CBS2 Investigates: Thieves Strip Nearly 40 Catalytic Converters From City Vehicles In North Hollywood
It's not the first time a city auto yard has been hit either. Last March, 68 vehicles were targeted at a city-owned facility in Lincoln Heights.
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Family of 18-year-old Daina Monroe, shot and killed 7 months ago, offer $45,000 reward in the case
Police say that Monroe was sitting in a car, along with her sister and two friends, discussing what movie to watch, when just before midnight another car pulled up and opened fire into their vehicle, killing her.
3 armed suspects rob marijuana dispensary near Pasadena
The suspects, who reportedly fired their guns multiple times, were able to get away in a grey Dodge Charger just as deputies arrived.
Children's Hospital LA seeing hours-long wait times for emergency room
Parents with sick children are being forced to wait hours in at least one local emergency room. Children's Hospital Los Angeles said there has been an increase in the number of kids coming in for respiratory viruses.
LA Unified School District receives $44 million grant
The Los Angeles Unified School District received more than $44 million in grant funds from California with the goal of bolstering educational programs at traditionally under-resourced school campuses.
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District approves once a week watering restrictions
As of June 1, residents with even addresses will be permitted to irrigate on Tuesdays, and those with odd addresses on Thursdays, for eight minutes per irrigation station.
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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.
Lawsuit filed by homeowners holds SoCal Edison responsible for sparking Coastal Fire
The Coronado Pointe Homeowners Association blames SoCal Edison for sparking the fire, which raged through a Laguna Niguel neighborhood, destroying 20 homes, and damaging 11 others.
Community honors Dr. John Cheng, man who helped stop Laguna Woods gunman
The memorial for Dr. John Cheng, the man who died after rushing a gunman in Laguna Woods, continues to grow outside of the South Coast Medical Group in Aliso Viejo where he practiced.
Settlement allowing $320 million sale of Angel Stadium put on hold amid FBI corruption probe of Mayor Harry Sidhu
The request to pause the settlement comes just a few weeks after the Bonta's office announced the agreement with Anaheim, resolving the dispute over affordable housing in the stadium deal.
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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.
Riverside residents launching neighborhood watch after series of home invasion robberies
There have been four home invasion robberies since April 10, including one in which a family was duct taped and locked in their bathroom and another where a male victim was shot multiple times.
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.
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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.
Dow dives more than 1,100 points on renewed inflation fears
S&P 500 suffers biggest one-day drop since 2020 as "stagflation" fears fuel concern about of a U.S. downturn.
U.S. Soccer to pay women's and men's teams equally in milestone
The American national governing body becomes the first in the sport to promise both sexes matching money.
Uber to roll out party buses, robot deliveries and vacation bookings
As demand for rides increases, Uber plans on rolling out an array of new features for customers.
It's about to get more expensive to take out federal student loans
Interest rates will be 4.99% for undergraduate loans, 6.54% for graduate loans and 7.54% for PLUS loans for the 2022-2023 year.
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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.
It's about to get more expensive to take out federal student loans
Interest rates will be 4.99% for undergraduate loans, 6.54% for graduate loans and 7.54% for PLUS loans for the 2022-2023 year.
Pentagon officials testify at first public UFO hearing in more than 50 years
Pentagon officials are testifying about the Defense Department's efforts to organize, analyze and investigate reports of unidentified aerial phenomena.
New York governor says Buffalo shooting was "white supremacy terrorism"
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
Battle for new 27th Congressional District is tight race between two familiar opponents
The new district will include some parts of the San Fernando Valley, Antelope Valley and Santa Clarita.
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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."
Labor negotiations begin between port workers, Pacific Maritime Association amid historic supply chain disruptions
The ILWU's current bargaining agreement expires on July 1.
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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.
Doctor accused of selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards in Tujunga
An osteopathic doctor with a practice in Montrose was charged Tuesday with allegedly giving out fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to his patients as well as injecting some of them with blood plasma he received from donors.
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.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
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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."
Local mothers struggle to feed babies amidst a baby formula shortage
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
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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.
Syndergaard allows six first inning runs as Rangers top Halos, 7-4
Despite jumping to a 3-0 lead in the top of the first, Angels starter Noah Syndergaard was unable to retire five of the first six batters he faced.
Woman files for protective order against former-Laker Rajon Rondo
A Louisville woman has filed for an emergency protective order against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Rajon Rondo and alleges the former Kentucky star brandished a gun and threatened her life.
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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.
Johnny Depp's attorney presses Amber Heard on photos, donation
Heard's attorney finished her direct questioning of the actor Monday, as trial resumed after a one-week break.
Fred Ward, acclaimed film and television actor, has died at 79
Ward's cause of death was not released.
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Deputies find a Dodger Charger matching the description of robbery suspects' vehicle
Deputies found the vehicle in Alhambra. The suspects were wanted for an armed robbery at a marijuana dispensary east of Pasadena.
LA Unified School District receives $44 million grant
The Los Angeles Unified School District received more than $44 million in grant funds from California with the goal of bolstering educational programs at traditionally under-resourced school campuses.
Marijuana dispensary near Pasadena robbed by multiple suspects
Sky9's Desmond Shaw reports on a marijuana dispensary robbery near Pasadena.
Family of Daina Monroe, shot and killed 7 months ago, announces $45,000 reward in case
Lesley Marin reports from Inglewood where family, friends and former teammates, along with Inglewood's chief of police, announced a $45,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the person that shot and killed 18-year-old Daina Monroe on October 18, 2021.
Children's Hospital LA seeing hours-long wait times for emergency room
Parents with sick children are being forced to wait hours in at least one local emergency room. Children's Hospital Los Angeles said there has been an increase in the number of kids coming in for respiratory viruses.
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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.
