California bill seeks to place speed cameras in road construction zones
A bill under consideration in the California legislature aims to prevent Caltrans worker deaths and injuries, by placing automated speed cameras in highway construction zones.
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A bill under consideration in the California legislature aims to prevent Caltrans worker deaths and injuries, by placing automated speed cameras in highway construction zones.
CBS News analysis shows most federal traffic safety grants go to planning projects, rather than actual construction. Critics say slow progress contributes to rising deaths on America's roads.
The former homeless man had just finished a job interview and was sitting on a nearby bench when he saw a stroller carrying a baby boy quickly rolling towards a busy street. Nicole Comstock reports.
The brawl happened near the intersection of De Soto Avenue and Nordhoff Street.
All southbound lanes of the I-5 Freeway were blocked just north of the 170 Freeway in Sun Valley due to a fatal traffic collision for hours Friday morning. The crash occurred at approximately 5:20 a.m. Lanes were re-opened by 11 a.m.
One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the 101 Freeway in Studio City early Monday morning.
"This can't be real," the California Highway Patrol said after the third vehicle fell into the hole that had completely split a two-lane road.
A stretch of the 91 Freeway in Corona will be closed for repairs Friday night through Monday morning.
Organizers of the 38th Annual Kingdom Day Parade were hoping the rain would lighten up Monday morning for visiting crowds along the route. By 10 a.m., the sun was shining through.
Nichols Canyon Road was blocked in both directions in the Hollywood Hills Wednesday morning due to a mudslide overnight.
A food truck overturned on the Washington Blvd. off-ramp at the southbound 110 Freeway connector to the westbound 10 Freeway shortly before 6 a.m. Wednesday.
An overturned fuel tanker on the transition from the northbound 110 Freeway to the eastbound 10 Freeway forced a closure early Monday morning.
One person was killed on the 405 Freeway early Friday morning when they were struck in traffic after being ejected from their own vehicle.
A male pedestrian was found dead after he was struck by two vehicles whose drivers left the scene in the Central-Alameda area of Los Angeles, authorities said Tuesday.
A driver was wounded early Tuesday morning in a car-to-car shooting in the Del Rey area of Los Angeles.
Lone Hill Avenue will be closed at the railroad crossing between Auto Centre Drive and Glendora Marketplace. The closures run from 10 p.mp. to 6 a.m. every night until January 8.
The westbound Riverside (91) Freeway in downtown Corona is scheduled to be closed from Friday night through early Monday morning for crews to continue repaving work.
A traffic accident has shut down traffic in Long Beach on Orange Ave.
Multiple lanes of eastbound 210 Freeway were closed at Irwindale Ave. due to traffic collision involving two semi-trucks and two cars. An oil spill may also be involved.
A vehicle was traveling southbound on the 405 just north of Skirball Center when the driver reportedly lost control as it came off the freeway and rolled onto its side at about 6:40 a.m.
If you live in a Los Angeles neighborhood that gets a lot of traffic you can once again apply for a speed hump to be installed. Joy Benedict reports.
Regulators want new vehicles to use blood alcohol monitoring systems that can stop an intoxicated person from driving.
The closure, scheduled so Caltrans can replace the San Gabriel River Bridge, will close between Irwindale Avenue and the 605 Freeway. Nicole Comstock reports.
The southbound lane of the 1 Freeway was closed around noon in preparation for President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden's visit to the Getty Villa. Joy Benedict reports.
The southbound lane of the 1 Freeway was closed around noon in preparation for President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden's visit to the Getty Villa. They will be joined by other world leaders for a dinner. Jasmine Viel reports.
The United States and Iran are guaranteed two matches at SoFi Stadium, while Belgium, Switzerland, New Zealand, Paraguay and two teams to be decided later will play one.
Chesney went 21-5 in two seasons as the head coach at James Madison University, including a Sun Belt Conference championship this season.
The woman, 48, was injured due to smoke inhalation, authorities said.
The CVS was located at 3049 East Coast Highway in Corona del Mar
A group of 14 women, some of whom were inmates or former foster kids, became the first all-female class to graduate from an LA County firefighter training program.
The United States and Iran are guaranteed two matches at SoFi Stadium, while Belgium, Switzerland, New Zealand, Paraguay and two teams to be decided later will play one.
Chesney went 21-5 in two seasons as the head coach at James Madison University, including a Sun Belt Conference championship this season.
The woman, 48, was injured due to smoke inhalation, authorities said.
The CVS was located at 3049 East Coast Highway in Corona del Mar
A group of 14 women, some of whom were inmates or former foster kids, became the first all-female class to graduate from an LA County firefighter training program.
A group of 14 women, some of whom were inmates or former foster kids, became the first all-female class to graduate from an LA County firefighter training program.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
Private First-Class Tanner F. Rubio was inside a tactical vehicle when a mishap occurred during routine training.
The man quickly grabbed a ladder and helped his wife, 11-year-old son and an elderly woman to safety.
Mark Ahrens and his son were singing Christmas carols when a speeding Tesla slammed into their minivan.
Officials said that the marine died from injuries sustained in a tactical vehicle mishap on Wednesday afternoon.
One person was declared dead at the scene of the crash, which happened just before 3 p.m. near Heil Avenue and Goldenwest Street, police said.
Marine veteran Tom Steen, who lost both legs to an illness, thanked his neighbors for helping his family get rid of the rats infesting his Irvine home.
A pair of earthquakes shook parts of Riverside County, near Idyllwild, on Thanksgiving Day.
Police said that the driver dragged the stroller down the block, severely injuring a 3-month-old baby and a 3-year-old toddler.
A stolen vehicle pursuit ended after the suspect crashed into another car in Victorville.
The Thoroughbred holiday lights show in Rancho Cucamonga will be drive-thru only beginning on Friday.
Officials said that the marine died from injuries sustained in a tactical vehicle mishap on Wednesday afternoon.
Police say that the driver dragged the stroller down the block, severely injuring a 3-month-old baby and a 3-year-old toddler.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
LeBron James' streak of 1,297 consecutive double-digit scoring games has ended.
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
California unveiled a new online portal on Wednesday for residents to report alleged misconduct by federal agents during operations to enforce immigration laws.
Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released "never-before-seen" images of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
The Trump administration has halted all immigration applications filed by people from 19 countries, according to internal government guidance, its latest move to restrict legal immigration pathways.
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.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Supervisors will vote on the ordinance again in two weeks, after a review period. If approved, it would bar the sale of kratom derivatives to people under 21 in Riverside County.
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
A charity that accepted donations of vehicles that would pay for breast cancer screenings for low-income patients agreed Thursday to pay a $3.8 million fine and to restrictions on future fundraising activities in 19 U.S. states, including Colorado.
Chesney went 21-5 in two seasons as the head coach at James Madison University, including a Sun Belt Conference championship this season.
The Boston Celtics cruised past Los Angeles 126-105 on Friday night, with the Lakers playing without LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
LeBron James' streak of 1,297 consecutive double-digit scoring games has ended.
Former Angels and Rangers manager Ron Washington is returning to the Bay Area to become infield coach for the San Francisco Giants on new manager Tony Vitello's staff.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Steve Cropper co-wrote several classics, including "(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay," "Green Onions" and "In the Midnight Hour."
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Founded in 1990, Chado Tea Room has helped create the tea culture of Los Angeles. Co-owner Tek Mehrehteab and Events Director Chaz Pringle walk CBS LA through its limited-time Christmas menu.
From ASMR and GRWM videos to unboxings and taste testings, toy companies are capitalizing on TikTok trends with new toys, games, and more! Toy Insider Editor in Chief Marissa Silva joins us for her holiday recommendations.
A winter warmup is in store for Southern California this week. Marina Jurica reports.
Desmond Shaw flies to North Hollywood for tonight's Look At This!
A Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
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.
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.
