Oxford Coronavirus Vaccine Trial Results 'Extremely Encouraging,' UK Government Says
A senior British official has called the latest news on an Oxford University team's potential coronavirus vaccine "extremely encouraging."
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A senior British official has called the latest news on an Oxford University team's potential coronavirus vaccine "extremely encouraging."
Katharine Gallagher had no pre-existing condition, her mother said.
School starts next week for many California kids, and under a new law they must be vaccinated for diseases like tetanus, diphtheria, measles, polio, hepatitis B and chickenpox .
Friday was the first day of the new law requiring all California kids to be vaccinated in order for them to be allowed to attend school.
The time for students to return to classes has arrived, and Children's Hospital Los Angeles has come up with a checklist on how they can do so safely.
Opponents planned events to protest the law Friday in Santa Monica and Huntington Beach, and in San Francisco.
A leader of the Nation of Islam is voicing his opposition to Senate Bill No. 177, which would require public school students to be immunized regardless of their parents' personal beliefs.
Southland parents and other protesters gathered Monday in downtown Los Angeles for what they say is their right to choose whether their children are vaccinated against measles and other diseases.
A California bill that would sharply limit vaccination waivers after a Disneyland measles outbreak has generated such an acidic debate that the proposal's author was under added security this week.
While doctors say a little soreness after a flu shot is perfectly normal, these victims developed serious orthopedic injuries.
Should parents have to vaccinate their kids?
While much of the attention in the ongoing measles outbreak has focused on student vaccination requirements and exemptions, less attention has been paid to another group in the nation's classrooms: Teachers and staff members, who, by and large, are not required to be vaccinated.
It's a letter Roald Dahl penned 27 years ago urging parents to vaccinate their children after losing his daughter to measles in the 1960s that is now making headlines.
Symptoms begin with a cough, runny nose, red watery eyes and a pink rash all over the body.
While measles were declared virtually eradicated in the United States by 2000, roughly 60-70 cases will still occur every year.
A growing number of parents who opt not to vaccinate their children due to personal beliefs is raising concerns among public health officials as the school year gets underway.
The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control on Wednesday said there has been a large outbreak of the often-fatal virus with many cases centered in and near the Antelope Valley.
Concern is growing, and rapidly, about the outbreak.
A surge in whooping cough cases reported in the Southland and nationwide in 2010 may be linked in part to parents' refusal to vaccinate their children, according to a new study.
Los Angeles County's top health official says free meningococcal vaccines will be offered to low-income and uninsured residents following a recent death in West Hollywood.
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Sunday announced that they will provide free meningitis vaccines for anyone who believes they have been exposed or anyone who thinks they are at risk.
Amid a sharp uptick in the number of patients being treated for flu-like symptoms, one Mission Viejo doctor said Friday he has seen several that were already vaccinated.
California health officials say flu activity is now widespread throughout the state as the death toll for people under 65 climbs.
An increase in emergency room visits for the flu has led Los Angeles Health officials to urge all residents to get vaccinated.
Whooping cough which was once thought to be almost eradicated is making a comeback.
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.
The Boston Celtics cruised past Los Angeles 126-105 on Friday night, with the Lakers playing without LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
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 Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
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.
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 Riverside County man was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for selling a lethal dose of fentanyl.
A stolen vehicle pursuit ended after the suspect crashed into another car in Victorville.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
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.
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.
Skyy Clark hit six 3-pointers and scored 25 points, Tyler Bilodeau scored 20 of his 21 points in the second half and UCLA held on to win the Big Ten Conference opener with an 82-80 win over Washington after leading by 16 with less than five minutes to play.
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.
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.
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. Zach Boetto reports.
CBS LA's Hunter Sowards gives us a look at some of the most iconic designs from legendary architect Frank Gehry.
FIFA's World Cup groups are set after a ceremony at the Kennedy Center. Tom Wait reports.
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.
