Nine major fires continue to burn through central and southern California

Nine major fires continue to burn through central and southern California. The King fire near Sacremento threatens close to 2,000 homes. John Blackstone reports.

• Sep 18, 2014
• 2:11

Almost 20,000 acres have burned in El Dorado County and many residents have been told to evacuate

Almost 20,000 acres have burned in El Dorado County and many residents have been told to evacuate. The King Fire, east of Sacramento, exploded Tuesday night, threatening more than 1,600 homes. John Blackstone reports.

• Sep 17, 2014
• 1:55

KPIX's John Ramos reports on how a Buddha statue is changing a neighborhood

When a blocked off street in Oakland became a magnet for drug sales and illegal dumping, one neighbor bought a small Buddha statue and placed it in the median. Now, the site has become a full-fledged miniature temple, drawing dozens of Chinese and Vietnamese neighbors to the site every day. KPIX's John Ramos reports.

• Sep 17, 2014
• 1:34

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-California, says she and most of her caucus oppose the use of U.S. ground troops against extremists in Iraq and Syria

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-California, says she and most of her caucus oppose the use of U.S. ground troops against extremists in Iraq and Syria.

• Sep 17, 2014
• 2:25

Fueled by a historic drought, nearly a dozen wildfires continue to burn through acres of land in California

Fueled by a historic drought, nearly a dozen wildfires continue to burn through acres of land in California. Thousands of residents have been evacuated from their homes. John Blackstone reports.

• Sep 17, 2014
• 2:23

Strong winds sent fire raging through the small California town of Weed

Strong winds sent fire raging through the small California town of Weed on Tuesday. Firefighters evacuated the town as the massive blaze destroyed cars, buildings and over 100 homes. The brutal drought that has gripped the state has made conditions ripe for wildfire. John Blackstone reports.

• Sep 16, 2014
• 2:14

Residents of towns in El Dorado County, California evacuate their homes for safer ground

Residents of towns in El Dorado County, California evacuate their homes for safer ground. Authorities worry about the fire jumping Highway 50. KVOR's Nick James reports.

• Sep 16, 2014
• 1:15

Thousands of firefighters are battling 11 different wildfires, from the state's northern border down to Los Angeles

Thousands of firefighters are battling 11 different wildfires, from the state's northern border down to Los Angeles. Thousands of people have been evacuated. Danielle Nottingham reports from Los Angleles.

• Sep 16, 2014
• 2:30

The chef, half of the award-winning duo Mark and Clark, discusses his move from California to Maine

The chef, half of the award-winning duo Mark and Clark, discusses his move from California to Maine.

• Sep 15, 2014
• 0:42

A new study warns that California could be facing a 30-year megadrought, posing "unprecedented challenges" to water resources

A new study warns that California could be facing a 30-year megadrought, posing "unprecedented challenges" to water resources. Brandon Scott reports from one town where water is already in dangerously short supply.

• Sep 13, 2014
• 2:58

The former California governor unveiled the painting on Monday at the California state capitol.

Former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-California, unveiled his official portrait Monday at the California state capitol. KOVR's Shannon Brianis reports.

• Sep 12, 2014
• 1:32

Castro Valley High School sees the purchase of an expensive espresso machine as an investment and a way to maintain jobs

Castro Valley High School sees the purchase of an expensive espresso machine as an investment and a way to maintain jobs. The espresso machine is the source of some controversy in the area. KPIX's Christin Ayers reports.

• Sep 12, 2014
• 1:08

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-California, says President Obama has the authority to carry out his plan to defeat ISIS

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-California, says President Obama has the authority to carry out his plan to defeat ISIS.

• Sep 11, 2014
• 1:57

A burglary crew is hitting homes in one of Southern California's richest neighborhoods

A burglary crew is hitting homes in one of Southern California's richest neighborhoods. KCAL-9's Brittney Hopper reports.

• Sep 10, 2014
• 1:01

After months of anticipation, Apple finally unveiled its iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, Apple Watch, and Apple Pay on Tuesday

After months of anticipation, Apple finally unveiled its iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, Apple Watch, and Apple Pay on Tuesday. Did they live up to the hype? CNET’s Tim Stevens shares his first impressions.

• Sep 9, 2014
• 2:13

On Tuesday, Apple unveiled a first for its company: the Apple Watch

On Tuesday, Apple unveiled a first for its company: the Apple Watch. While other smartwatches have failed, Apple plans to clock in on the market with its stylish tech.

• Sep 9, 2014
• 1:59

A four-year-old Santa Clarita, California, boy proves he can strike a pose as well as any celebrity, and his mom has turned him into an Internet sensation

A four-year-old Santa Clarita, California, boy proves he can strike a pose as well as any celebrity, and his mom has turned him into an Internet sensation. 'Mini Style Hacker' Ryker Wixom, has an Instagram account with almost 178,000 followers, and now looks set to be paid by big name brands for appearances in future posts. KCBS's Kristine Lazer reports.

• Sep 9, 2014
• 1:41

A concerned California man saw a woman being questioned by police, so he grabbed his cellphone to capture the exchange

A concerned California man saw a woman being questioned by police, so he grabbed his cellphone to capture the exchange. Police had accused the woman of shoplifting and watch as she pulls item after item from the back of her car. KCBS's Crystal Cruz reports.

• Sep 5, 2014
• 1:17

A slew of standup comedians are celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Laugh Factory's "Comedy Camp," a free summer program that aims to help underprivileged kids in California

A slew of standup comedians are celebrating the 30th anniversary of The Laugh Factory's "Comedy Camp," a free summer program that aims to help underprivileged kids in California. KCAL9's Bobby Kaple shows us why this program is so special.

• Sep 4, 2014
• 1:25

Man seen driving through crowd at "Stop Asian Hate" rally in LA

The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department is investigating the incident as a hate crime.

• Mar 24, 2021

Hot days and rough surf led to a record number of saves this year

Hot days and rough surf led to a record number of saves this year. As of last week, Los Angeles county lifeguards rescued nearly 10,000 people -- more than double the number in all of 2012 and 2013 combined. Anthony Mason reports.

• Sep 1, 2014
• 0:37

New poll on California recall effort

A new poll suggests a slight majority of Californians would vote against a recall for Governor Gavin Newsom. Alexei Koseff, a reporter for the San Francisco Chronicle, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the effort.

• Mar 24, 2021
• 8:27

One week after 6.2 magnitude quake, wine country hoping tourists will return

One week after a 6.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Napa, California, some businesses have re-opened. But, as Teri Okita reports, it may take some time before things return to normal.

• Aug 31, 2014
• 1:56

Teams of scientists, students and volunteers took part in a 24-hour inventory of every species living in the 116-square-mile Muir Woods National Monument just north of San Francisco

In a bold effort called a "bioblitz," teams of scientists, students and volunteers took part in a 24-hour inventory of every species living in the 116-square-mile Muir Woods National Monument just north of San Francisco. Carter Evans reports.

• Aug 31, 2014
• 5:30

Southern California is recovering from a week of monstrous waves that nearly killed a surfer and damaged several boats and beachfront buildings

Southern California is recovering from a week of monstrous waves that nearly killed a surfer and damaged several boats and beachfront buildings. The waves were generated by a hurricane turned tropical storm off Mexico. Brandon Scott reports.

• Aug 30, 2014
• 1:44

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