Inconsistent mask policies create confusion and confrontation

Across the country, inconsistent mask policies are causing confusion and confrontation. Carter Evans reports.

• Jul 24, 2020
• 01:41

Dog mesmerized by dolphins

Darla, a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, was mesmerized when she saw dolphins for the first time while boating with her owners off the coast of Ventura, California. The dog's adorable reaction was captured on video.

• Jul 17, 2020
• 00:40

Florida deploying relief nurses to aid overwhelmed hospitals

Florida's daily death toll from the coronavirus is higher than any other state. Meanwhile, California has surpassed New York with having the most cases since the pandemic began. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.

• Jul 22, 2020
• 04:07

Man stranded 40 hours with broken leg in Joshua Tree National Park

Robert Ringo was airlifted to a hospital after being spotted by searchers. He says he was in excruciating pain, but lived on water he brought with him and berries.

• Jul 23, 2020

California COVID-19 cases exceed New York's

California is now the state with the most coronavirus cases, as hair salons and other businesses struggle to work under new restrictions. Jamie Yuccas reports.

• Jul 23, 2020
• 02:46

Texas coronavirus cases continue to spike

Texas broke its single-day record for new coronavirus cases with over 10,000 new cases on July 15. Dr. Peter Hotez, a vaccine specialist and dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor University, joins CBSN to explain what states need to do to stop the surge.

• Jul 16, 2020
• 07:53

Several states imposing stricter COVID-19 restrictions

As many states are seeing a rise in coronavirus infections, authorities are now enforcing tougher restrictions, such as mandatory mask wearing. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Jul 18, 2020
• 02:11

Nature: Golden Gate National Recreation Area

The fog is rolling in this weekend along California's San Francisco Bay. Videographer: Lee McEachern.

• Jul 19, 2020
• 02:40

Majority of California students will begin classes remotely this fall

Governor Gavin Newsom announced only counties not on the state's watchlist can re-open schools.

• Jul 17, 2020

Newly revealed WH doc backs stricter measures

A newly revealed White House document suggests that states experiencing major surges in coronavirus infections take more stringent measures, such as closing bars and mandating face masks. Paula Reid reports.

• Jul 17, 2020
• 01:55

LA County sees record number of daily new coronavirus cases

In the past 48 hours, the county has reported 7,350 new cases of the virus.

• Jul 17, 2020

Rep. Raul Ruiz on new migrant health bill

California Democratic Rep. Raul Ruiz is introducing a bill to improve the health care of migrants in the custody of Customs and Border Protection. He says it will provide the basic humanitarian needs to detainees. Congressman Ruiz discussed his bill and other news of the day on "Red & Blue."

• Jun 12, 2019
• 07:09

California moves up 2020 primary

In 2016, California didn't hold its presidential primaries until June 7. For 2020, it'll join the Super Tuesday states on March 3. Melanie Mason of the Los Angeles Times explains why the state's earlier primary date reflects its inferiority complex when it comes to presidential politics.

• Mar 12, 2019
• 05:56

Oakland to pay $32.7 million settlement in Ghost Ship fire

Oakland will pay $32.7 million to settle lawsuits filed over a 2016 fire at an illegally converted warehouse dubbed the Ghost Ship that killed 36 people. CBSN San Francisco reports.

• Jul 16, 2020
• 00:28

Sen. Kamala Harris kicks off 2020 run

California Sen. Kamala Harris, a former prosecutor, held a campaign rally in her hometown of Oakland on Sunday after officially announcing her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. LA Times reporter Melanie Mason joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on what Harris brings to the race.

• Jan 28, 2019
• 05:19

Local matters: California

California primary voters will go to the polls on June 5, where they will choose nominees in several races across the state. A crowded field of candidates is vying to advance to the general election in the governor's race, and several seats are important to national Democrats who are trying to regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives. Melanie Mason, politics reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the key races.

• May 30, 2018
• 05:00

5/3/18: Red and Blue

ACLU adjusts tactics under Trump admin; The Takeout preview: Marc Short

• May 3, 2018
• 22:20

5/2/18: Red and Blue

Republicans signal concern about keeping Congress in November; Should Democrats be concerned about California's top-two primary system?

• May 2, 2018
• 26:34

Doctors share sobering stories as virus cases spike

"I know people hear these stories over and over, but it's very different when the person you're putting into a body bag is your next-door neighbor for 50 years, your mom's best friend," said Hidalgo County Health Authority Dr. Ivan Melendez.

• Jul 16, 2020

California judge rules on foie gras

Foie gras could make a comeback in California restaurants after a judge ruled the delicacy, which was banned over concerns about animal cruelty, can be brought in from out of state. CBS Los Angeles reports.

• Jul 15, 2020
• 00:34

Tesla workers say company ignoring virus concerns at Calif. plant

Voices getting louder after industry blog report that 100 workers at company's Fremont plant have tested positive for COVID-19 and more than 1,000 have been exposed.

• Jul 15, 2020

Some California students won't be required to wear masks this fall

Officials are urging people to practice social distancing and wear face masks as coronavirus spikes in California, but the Orange County Board of Education said social distancing is "not necessary" for its students and wearing masks is "not based on science."

• Jul 14, 2020

Florida, Texas and California fuel surge of new COVID-19 infections

With infections spiking in 41 states, hospitals are facing a crisis with ICU beds, along with doctors and nurses in short supply.

• Jul 14, 2020

Naya Rivera's body recovered from California lake

The announcement concludes an extensive search for Rivera's body, which began after her 4-year-old son was found alone in a pontoon boat the pair had rented.

• Jul 14, 2020

California shuts down bars, indoor dining as COVID-19 cases surge

Indoor operations for restaurants, movie theaters and other businesses are to close as the pandemic spikes in the Golden State.

• Jul 14, 2020

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