Secret Service closes White House cocaine investigation without suspect
The cocaine was first discovered at the White House on July 2.
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House passes debt ceiling deal and sends it to the Senate
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Biden announces he's running for reelection
The president made it official in a video, saying as he did four years ago that, "We are in a battle for the soul of America." He also took "MAGA extremists" to task.
Biden may announce bid for reelection next week, multiple sources say
The president is hosting major campaign donors at a small, exclusive gathering next weekend, one Biden donor said.
White House announces details of "EGGucation"-themed Easter Egg Roll
In a nod to the "EGGucation" theme, NASA sent a souvenir wooden White House Easter egg to the International Space Station for the astronauts to help teach students about gravity.
Warner says White House supports bill targeting TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said on "Face the Nation" that the White House supports his bipartisan bill that seeks to give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo the power to ban or force the sale of TikTok.
Biden administration plans to end COVID-19 emergency declarations May 11
Former President Trump first declared a national emergency on March 13, 2020.
U.S. attorney reviewing documents marked classified found at Biden think tank
His attorneys identified the material when cleaning out office space at the center and immediately notified the White House counsel.
Biden walks along U.S.-Mexico border in trip to Texas
The visit is his first to the U.S.-Mexico border as president.
H.R. McMaster on Zelenskyy's U.S. visit
CBS News foreign policy and national security contributor H.R. McMaster joined Errol Barnett and Aziza Schuler to discuss what's at stake for Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy travels to Washington to meet with President Biden and address Congress.
White House unveils first lady's holiday theme of "We the People"
The decorations include more than 83,000 twinkling lights on trees, garlands, wreaths and other displays, 77 Christmas trees and 25 wreaths.
Biden opens holidays, pardoning turkeys Chocolate and Chip
For the second time, the president played his part in the 75-year tradition of issuing a presidential pardon to keep a pair of turkeys off the holiday dinner table.
LA woman struck by lightning outside White House released from hospital
L.A. native Amber Escudero-Kontostathis, the lone survivor in a lightning strike outside of the White House, which killed three others, was released from the hospital after undergoing extensive treatment.
House Speaker Pelosi makes trip to Taiwan
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has made her controversial visit to Taiwan despite threats from the Chinese government. CBS News' David Begnaud and Debra Alfarone speak with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News contributor Isaac Stone Fish on the implications of this closely watched trip.
Biden speaks on Texas school shooting
President Biden spoke Tuesday night from the White House after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school, killing at least 18 children and one adult. The president said of America's gun violence, "I'm sick and tired of it. It's just sick." Watch his full remarks in this CBS News Special Report.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID day after White House event
President Joe Biden was in close contact with her at an event, but has since tested negative. Amy Johnson reports.
Obama returns to White House for health care event with Biden
The former president appeared at the White House for the first time since leaving office in 2017.
White House Announces Digital Communication Initiative To Address Supply Chain Issues At Ports Of LA
The White House Tuesday announced a new information sharing initiative designed to address the supply chain issues which have plagued the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach over the last several months.
Reporter's Notebook: Suzanne Marques At The White House To Interview First Lady Jill Biden
CBS2 News This Morning's Suzanne Marques is in Washington, D.C., to interview First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. Follow along with her experiences here.
'Driver's License' Singer, Temecula Native Olivia Rodrigo Gives Vaccine Push At White House
"Driver's License" singer Olivia Rodrigo visited the White House on Wednesday as part of a push to get more young Americans vaccinated.
White House Sends Commemorative Easter Eggs To Riverside County COVID Vaccine Site
Riverside County Health Center received a shipment of two boxes, each with 400 commemorative eggs.
White House Chief Of Staff Mark Meadows Tests Positive For COVID-19
White House chief of staff Mark Meadows has tested positive for COVID-19, CBS News confirmed Friday. It's unclear when he was diagnosed.
President's Son Barron Tested Positive For COVID-19, First Lady Says
Melania Trump says her 14-year-old son, Barron, has tested positive for the coronavirus but has no symptoms.
Kellyanne Conway, Other Officials With WH Ties Announce Testing Positive For COVID-19
Former White House counselor Kellyanne Conway announced Friday night that she, too, has tested positive for coronavirus.
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Golden Globes announces 300 voting members for awards show
The Golden Globes Monday revealed the full list of voters, 300 journalists from around the world, for its upcoming awards show in January, calling it the most diverse voting panel of any major Hollywood awards show.
Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is coming to movie theaters
A documentary chronicling Beyoncé's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.
Emergency alert test will sound Oct. 4 on all U.S. cellphones
On Wednesday, Oct. 4, FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system.
Garden Grove police investigate deadly shooting
The Garden Grove Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting.
Controversial CARE Court launches in Orange, Riverside
A controversial mental health program launched in Orange County and Riverside County on Monday, bringing together city employees and county representatives.
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Golden Globes announces 300 voting members for awards show
The Golden Globes Monday revealed the full list of voters, 300 journalists from around the world, for its upcoming awards show in January, calling it the most diverse voting panel of any major Hollywood awards show.
17-year-old killed, 3 others injured in shooting outside of house party in San Pedro
One person was killed and three others were wounded in a shooting in San Pedro, authorities said.
Newsom taps Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
Controversial zero bail policy goes into effect for Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County will officially move to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing.
Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is coming to movie theaters
A documentary chronicling Beyoncé's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.
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Golden Globes announces 300 voting members for awards show
The Golden Globes Monday revealed the full list of voters, 300 journalists from around the world, for its upcoming awards show in January, calling it the most diverse voting panel of any major Hollywood awards show.
Garden Grove police investigate deadly shooting
The Garden Grove Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting.
Controversial CARE Court launches in Orange, Riverside
A controversial mental health program launched in Orange County and Riverside County on Monday, bringing together city employees and county representatives.
SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP resume negotiations on Monday
Negotiators for actors and the major studios are heading back to the bargaining table on Monday in an effort to end the ongoing strike by performers.
San Pedro: Police exchange fire with woman inside U-Haul truck in Target parking lot
The woman, inside of a U-Haul truck, traded fire with LAPD officers before leading them on a brief pursuit that ended when she crashed blocks away in San Pedro.
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Former Anaheim City Councilmember Jordan Brandman found dead
Brandman was found unresponsive at his Anaheim home Friday night, following a welfare check by Anaheim police, according to the city. He was 43.
Former President Trump speaks at California GOP Convention
Former President Donald Trump continued his trip on the election circuit, traveling to the Golden State for the California GOP Convention in Anaheim.
Search underway for 32-year-old woman who fatally stabbed man in Westminster
Ashley Dee-Anna Charnley, 32, fatally stabbed a man on Wednesday and her whereabouts remain unknown. They believe she was in a relationship with the victim.
Dog walker shoots, kills man after confrontation in Garden Grove
Detectives said the dog walker is cooperating with authorities.
Huntington Beach restaurants' Mai Tais for Maui kicks off in October
The monthlong Ohana Mai Tai fundraiser includes over a dozen Surf City restaurants, where 100 percent of their Mai Tai sales will go to the Legacy of Aloha Foundation.
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20-year-old man fatally struck by two cars in Victorville
An investigation was underway this weekend after a 20-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles in Victorville.
Suspected DUI driver arrested after hitting pedestrian on Venice Boardwalk
Israel DeAvila, was arrested Monday morning after he was found to be driving under the influence on the Venice Boardwalk, where he hit at least one person.
2 hospitalized after accidental release of pepper spray at Moreno Valley charter school
Two students were taken to a nearby hospital after an accidental release of pepper spray at the The Journey School in Moreno Valley on Wednesday.
Public outrage after video shows teen slammed to ground by deputy in San Bernardino County
The video shows a deputy run up behind the girl before slamming her to the ground outside of a high school football game in Victorville.
Three men charged for kidnapping, ransoming Inland Empire teen
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
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KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
A KCAL News investigation, which revealed dangerous and toxic conditions at several Metro stations across Los Angeles County, where potentially deadly traces of drugs were found left behind, has prompted the Metro board to pass a mandate requiring cleaning and disinfecting to promote the safety of travelers. David Goldstein reports.
KCAL Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
KCAL News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
KCAL News Investigates: LA Mayor Karen Bass proposes changes to Metro stations to make them safer
Following a KCAL News investigation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed new changes to make Metro train stations safer.
KCAL News Investigates: Dangerous toxic conditions in some of LA's Metro stations
KCAL News investigative reporter David Goldstein goes over the environmental report outlining the potentially deadly traces of drugs left behind by homeless residents who had camped out in train stations.
KCAL News Investigates: 14-year-old girl attacked in front of LAUSD teacher
Critical questions involving former school police, an attorney and a now-enraged family. Those are questions surrounding a shocking beating case that are being brought before the entire Los Angeles Unified School District.
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Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is coming to movie theaters
A documentary chronicling Beyoncé's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.
Emergency alert test will sound Oct. 4 on all U.S. cellphones
On Wednesday, Oct. 4, FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system.
Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization are fighting a $250 million lawsuit alleging widespread fraud.
Newsom picks Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and EMILYs List president, was named to fill California's Senate seat left open by the death of Dianne Feinstein.
Suspect arrested in murder of Sarah Ferguson's former assistant
Ferguson said she was "shocked and saddened" to learn the news about Jenean Chapman, who was found dead in a suspected homicide, according to police.
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Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization are fighting a $250 million lawsuit alleging widespread fraud.
Newsom picks Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's Senate seat
Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and EMILYs List president, was named to fill California's Senate seat left open by the death of Dianne Feinstein.
Controversial zero bail policy goes into effect for Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County will officially move to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing.
Gov. Newsom rejects bill that would have given unemployment checks to some striking workers
California won't be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike, with Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill Saturday that had been inspired by high-profile work stoppages in Hollywood and the hotel industry.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
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On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
A new online bank is catering to seniors and advertising an advance on monthly Social Security payments, without any extra fees or charges. Kristine Lazar takes a look.
On Your Side: Biden Administration targets 'junk fees'
The Biden Administration wants to trash so-called "junk fees," and has spent the past year slowly chipping away at them. But will the president's efforts really help consumers? On Your Side's Kristine Lazar takes a look.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Bill would make over-the-counter Narcan affordable through health insurance
Amid renewed concerns over the opioid crisis, legislation that would require insurance companies to cover the cost of the over-the-counter form of overdose-reversal drug Narcan is a step away from being signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.
Highly mutated COVID variant BA.2.86 now spotted in 10 states
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
Looking for the new COVID booster? Here's where to get the shot.
Reformulated vaccine is already available at some pharmacies and will be more widely accessible starting next week.
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Gov. Newsom rejects bill that would have given unemployment checks to some striking workers
California won't be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike, with Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill Saturday that had been inspired by high-profile work stoppages in Hollywood and the hotel industry.
Angels star Shohei Ohtani finishes with the best-selling jersey in MLB this season
Ohtani beat out the likes of Ronald Acuña Jr., Aaron Judge, Fernando Tatis Jr. and Mookie Betts rounded out the top five, marking the first time a Japanese player earned top spot.
Bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks vetoed by Gov. Newsom
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
An end in sight? Striking writers and Hollywood studios spend second full day in negotiations
Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters have spent a second full day in talks that could potentially put an end to the nearly five-month dispute that has brought many film and television productions to a halt.
Wildfire-prone California to consider new rules for property insurance pricing
A new plan from California's insurance commissioner aims to keep the nation' stop insurers from leaving the wildfire-prone state.
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Arango, MacMath help Real Salt Lake end long skid against LAFC with 1-0 victory
Cristian Arango scored the lone goal, Zac MacMath finished with seven saves and Real Salt Lake snapped a seven-match losing streak against Los Angeles FC with a 1-0 victory.
Mack has 6 sacks, Herbert has 3 TDs sending Chargers to 24-17 win over Raiders
Khalil Mack set a franchise single-game record with six sacks, Justin Herbert accounted for three touchdowns and the Los Angeles Chargers held on to beat the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17.
Hernández hits three-run homer as Dodgers beat Giants 5-2
Brandon Crawford came off the injured list to play what might have been his final game after 13 seasons all with the Giants, and Kiké Hernández spoiled the veteran shortstop's likely farewell hitting a three-run homer to lead the division champion Los Angeles Dodgers past San Francisco 5-2.
Drury homers twice to send Angels past Athletics 7-3 in season finale
Brandon Drury homered twice, doubled and drove in three runs, and the Los Angeles Angels wrapped up their eighth consecutive losing season with a 7-3 victory over the major league-worst Oakland Athletics.
Stafford overcomes injury to throw winning TD pass to Nacua in OT to give Rams 29-23 win over Colts
Matthew Stafford overcame a hip injury that left him limping at times Sunday to throw a 22-yard touchdown pass to record-breaking rookie Puka Nacua in overtime to give the Los Angeles Rams a 29-23 victory over the Indianapolis Colts.
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Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is coming to movie theaters
A documentary chronicling Beyoncé's just-concluded 39-city Renaissance World Tour will premiere in North American theaters Dec. 1, AMC Theaters announced Monday.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
End of an era: Last Netflix DVDs being mailed out Friday
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Man convicted of killing ex-girlfriend, well-known sex therapist in 2020
Gareth Pursehouse, 45, was convicted of first-degree murder for throwing 38-year-old Amie Harwick from the third-floor balcony of her Hollywood Hills home in 2020.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
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Los Angeles Italian Festival in Hollywood
Celebrity chef Eva Miller joins us to talk about the Los Angeles Italian Festival happening on Saturday, October 7, in Hollywood from 12 p.m. until 10 p.m.
In-N-Out’s president & owner shares her wild journey
President and owner of In-N-Out, Lynsi Snyder, joins KCAL News anchor Jamie Yuccas at the In-N-Out "Museum" to talk about her journey owning the popular burger joint.
Controversial CARE Court launches in Orange, Riverside
California is gearing up for the statewide launch of the CARE Court program in 2024.
Should tourists travel to Maui?
The governor of Hawaii is asking tourists to stay away from West Maui until October 8. On Your Side’s Kristine Lazar talked with some tourists who are dealing with a sticky situation after their resort wouldn’t give them a refund on their vacation to Maui.
Car crashes into hair salon in Koreatown
SkyCAL flew over the scene of a crash in Koreatown where a car drove into a hair salon Monday morning.
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Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary, which started the weekend as a Category 4 hurricane, has quickly moved up the coast of Southern California, bringing heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to the area. Here's a look at some photos from the notable weather event.
Wallex US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
Thousands descended on Huntington Beach to watch their favorite surfers compete in the Wallex US Of Surfing, July 29 - Aug 6. Check out some photos from the first couple of days of the competition
JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
The 95th Academy Awards
Check out this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the 2023 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre.
