Churchgoer potentially exposed 180 others to COVID-19
Even though gatherings of any size are not allowed, the church still opened its doors, putting the entire congregation at risk.
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Historic megadrought threatens water supply
For the past two decades, the West has been suffering through a dry spell of historic proportions. The megadrought ranks amongst the worst droughts in the past 1200 years. John Blackstone reports.
Representative Duncan Hunter pleads guilty
Republican Representative Duncan Hunter has pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal campaign funds. In doing so, he is reversing his previous not guilty plea after spending months decrying and denying the allegations. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
SpaceX reschedules Falcon 9 launch
The launch of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying a Dragon cargo ship loaded with crew supplies and science gear bound for the International Space Station — along with Christmas presents for the lab's crew — was called off Wednesday due to dangerously high upper-level winds. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
Ex-wife charged with police officer's murder
When a police officer was shot dead in his California home nearly five years ago, investigators wondered if the murder was linked to his job. The man's killer had a deeper, personal connection. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty joined "CBSN AM" to discuss the case.
California GOP flips house seat
On Wednesday, former Navy fighter pilot Mike Garcia won California's special election for the House seat once held by Representative Katie Hill. He's the first Republican in the state to flip a seat held by a Democrat since 1998. Los Angeles Times political writer Mark Barabak joins CBSN with more on the historic win.
Judge orders Los Angeles to move thousands of homeless people
The judge issued a preliminary injunction requiring relocation of an estimated 6,000 to 7,000 people
Nativity scene shows holy family as caged refugees
A church in California has unveiled a nativity scene depicting Jesus, Mary and Joseph as refugees in cages. KCBS-TV's Greg Mills reports the display at the Claremont United Methodist Church is stoking debate related to the the Trump administration's separation policies at the U.S. southern border.
Rescuer dies searching for missing hiker
The search for a missing Mount Baldy hiker has been suspended after a searcher died Saturday. Tim Staples, 32, was a teacher and a volunteer for nine years with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department West Valley Search and Rescue Team. CBSN Los Angeles' Adrianna Weingold reports.
Previewing tonight's Democratic debate
Seven Democratic presidential candidates are set to take the debate stage in Los Angeles tonight. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN AM to talk about what we can expect.
Warren spin room interview
In a post-debate spin room interview with Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns, Senator Elizabeth Warren said her attack on Mayor Pete Buttigieg is about the "kind of campaign we are running." She repeated her attack on Buttigieg's recent fundraiser at a "wine cave," despite pushback from California Governor Gavin Newsom.
Debate reaction from Sanders supporters
At a watch party of the sixth Democratic debate with Senator Bernie Sanders' supporters, the crowd cheered loudly when he sparred with former Vice President Joe Biden and South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg. CBS News campaign reporter Cara Korte reports from Los Angeles.
Democrats wrap up last debate of 2019
Seven Democratic presidential candidates traded jabs and tried to differentiate themselves on the debate stage Thursday night in Los Angeles. The first nominating contest in Iowa is just seven weeks away. Antjuan Seawright, a CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Leslie Sanchez, a CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist, joined CBSN with analysis.
Snowstorm slams California, moves east
A snowstorm that shut down major roads in California is moving to the east. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins CBSN AM from Castaic, California, to talk about the storm's impact on holiday travelers.
A closer look at California's new privacy law
California's new privacy law goes into effect January 1, 2020. CNET senior reporter Joan Solsman joins CBSN to discuss what it means for both companies and your rights.
California Consumer Privacy Act in effect
The new year is bringing big changes for online consumers in California. The state's Consumer Privacy Act went into effect on New Year's Day, and it allows people to ask companies what data they have on them, demand that it be deleted and prevent it from being sold to third parties. Axios Media Reporter Sara Fischer joined CBSN to explain how this law came to be and what it means for the rest of the country.
Homeless mothers fight for West Oakland house
A group of homeless women in California took over a vacant home in West Oakland last November and are now fighting in court with the property's owner, a real estate firm, to keep possession of the house. CBS San Francisco's Andria Borba has the story.
Homeless mothers ordered to leave residence
Six homeless women in California illegally occupied a vacant home in West Oakland last November, and a judge has now ordered them to vacant the property because they have no legal ownership. The women, known collectively as Moms 4 Housing, still want to purchase the home and said they're not leaving. KPIX-TV has video of their reaction to Friday's ruling.
Kobe Bryant's life & legacy
"CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson joins CBSN with a look back at Kobe Bryant's life and legacy. Bryant, considered one of the greatest NBA players in history, was among five people killed Sunday in a helicopter crash in California.
Kobe Bryant killed in helicopter crash
Kobe Bryant, a five-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers who is considered one of the greatest basketball players ever, died in a helicopter crash Sunday in Los Angeles. He was 41. CBS News Radio correspondent Steve Futterman joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano.
Kobe Bryant remembered as family man
Jim Hill, CBS Los Angeles' sports director, has interviewed and personally gotten to know Kobe Bryant over the years. Hill describes how Bryant was such a "gifted" basketball player, a family man and someone who deeply cared for the community.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Kobe Bryant's death
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar posted a video online where he offers his condolences to Kobe Bryant and his family. Bryant was among five people killed in a helicopter crash Sunday in California. NBA analyst Bill Reiter joins CBSN with more on the worldwide reaction.
Ex-Lakers GM on Kobe Bryant's death
Jerry West, former Lakers general manager, speaks with CBS Los Angeles' sports director Jim Hill about the relationship he had with Kobe Bryant early in his career and the lasting legacy he will have on the sport.
Kobe Bryant among 9 dead in helicopter crash
Kobe Bryant was among nine people who died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, on Sunday. Authorities held a press conference with the latest details. Watch here.
Magic Johnson remembers Kobe Bryant
Earvin "Magic" Johnson joins CBS Los Angeles' Jim Hill to discuss Kobe Bryant and how "nobody took more pride in putting on a Lakers jersey" than him.
Border czar Tom Homan announces end of Minnesota ICE operations
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday the surge of federal immigration officers in Minnesota is concluding.
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Voluntary departures hit record high as detained immigrants lose hope
Vilma Palacios is one of thousands who have given up their immigration cases and voluntarily left the U.S. after being detained. More detainees are opting for voluntary departure than ever before, a CBS News analysis found.
Black gloves found in Nancy Guthrie search, sources say
The gloves will be tested for DNA as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues.
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Watch Live: Minnesota officials testify at Senate hearing on immigration
Four Minnesota officials and the leaders of three major immigration agencies are testifying before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Thursday.
Trump's EPA is revoking the "endangerment finding." Here's what to know.
The Trump administration says greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants will no longer by regulated by the federal government.
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Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail video solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
A high-profile House Democrat is accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of "spying" on her search history while she pored through Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
Ex-colonel sentenced for sending war plans to woman he met online
A retired United States Army colonel will serve two years in federal prison for sending classified war plans to a woman he met online, federal authorities said.
Rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
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Black gloves found in Nancy Guthrie search, sources say
The gloves will be tested for DNA as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues.
Senate to vote on DHS funding, but deal on ICE reforms appears unlikely
A deal to reform the administration's immigration enforcement operation has remained elusive, making another partial government shutdown likely.
Ex-colonel sentenced for sending war plans to woman he met online
A retired United States Army colonel will serve two years in federal prison for sending classified war plans to a woman he met online, federal authorities said.
Border czar Tom Homan announces end of Minnesota ICE operations
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday the surge of federal immigration officers in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown set to occur over the course of next week.
Star BYU receiver Parker Kingston charged with first-degree rape in Utah
Prosecutors in Utah say they've filed a first-degree felony rape charge against Brigham Young University standout wide receiver Parker Kingston.
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Some job-seekers are paying thousands of dollars just to land an interview
"Reverse recruitment" firms promise to cut the length of job searches in half and help connect candidates with employers.
Stellantis issues "do not drive" warning for cars with unrepaired air bags
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
Dispute over Cardi B's Super Bowl cameo roils prediction markets
Cardi B appeared during Bad Bunny's halftime show at the Super Bowl, but one prediction market says it's unclear whether she sang.
TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
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NATO allies shrug off Hegseth no-show, adjust to slimmed-down U.S. role
America's NATO allies say they're not disappointed by top Trump administration officials skipping summits, as they ramp up their own regional defenses.
Senate to vote on DHS funding, but deal on ICE reforms appears unlikely
A deal to reform the administration's immigration enforcement operation has remained elusive, making another partial government shutdown likely.
Border czar Tom Homan announces end of Minnesota ICE operations
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday the surge of federal immigration officers in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown set to occur over the course of next week.
Trump's EPA is revoking the "endangerment finding." Here's what to know.
The Trump administration says greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants will no longer by regulated by the federal government.
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Watch Live: Minnesota officials testify at Senate hearing on immigration
Four Minnesota officials and the leaders of three major immigration agencies are testifying before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Thursday.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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NATO allies shrug off Hegseth no-show, adjust to slimmed-down U.S. role
America's NATO allies say they're not disappointed by top Trump administration officials skipping summits, as they ramp up their own regional defenses.
Breezy Johnson crashes out of women's Super-G race at Winter Games
The clip of a pole on a gate threw Team USA star Breezy Johnson off course during the Super-G event in Italy, taking her out of contention.
U.S., Mexico seize tons of cocaine in "coordinated" Pacific operation
President Trump has threatened to slap additional tariffs on Mexico to pressure the country into beefing up drug raids and cartel arrests.
Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games over helmet honoring war victims
Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games for insisting on wearing helmet honoring athletes killed in his country's war with Russia.
House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs
The measure's passage is largely symbolic as it's likely to be vetoed by the president if it survives a Senate vote.
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"Dawson's Creek" co-stars remember James Van Der Beek: "One in a billion"
Katie Holmes and Busy Philipps are among the "Dawson's Creek" cast members sharing memories of James Van Der Beek after his death at age 48.
James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Carter Evans has more on his life and career.
Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
New York Fashion Week designer on his runway
Christian Cowan is one of the many designers featured in this season's New York Fashion Week. The 31-year-old is the creative director of his fashion label, which he founded in 2017. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his upcoming runway.
Fashion week kicks off in NYC
Fashion Week officially began on Wednesday in New York City. The top designers and brands are getting ready to showcase their fall and winter collections. CBS News contributor Lauren Sherman has more.
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How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video.
TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
Millions of Americans are turning to AI for emotional therapy. A report in JAMA found about 13% of young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice. Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, explains what to know about safety, privacy and ethical standard concerns.
AI tech boom causes shortages
The demands of the artificial intelligence boom may be causing shortages in other sectors that help boost the U.S. economy. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Black gloves found in Nancy Guthrie search, sources say
The gloves will be tested for DNA as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues.
Anger at Pam Bondi hearing over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi clashed with some lawmakers at her House Judiciary Committee hearing over the Epstein files and their release. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
More potential evidence in Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators have discovered a pair of black gloves more than a mile from Nancy Guthrie's home, a source close to the investigation tells CBS News. Bradley Blackburn reports and law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison breaks down more on the investigation.
Star BYU receiver Parker Kingston charged with first-degree rape in Utah
Prosecutors in Utah say they've filed a first-degree felony rape charge against Brigham Young University standout wide receiver Parker Kingston.
U.S., Mexico seize tons of cocaine in "coordinated" Pacific operation
President Trump has threatened to slap additional tariffs on Mexico to pressure the country into beefing up drug raids and cartel arrests.
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ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, killing at least two people, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Eye opener: New clue in Nancy Guthrie search
Police find a new clue in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie while doorbell video triggers a flood of tips. Plus, local leaders and lawmakers demand answers after the FAA suddenly shut down the airspace over El Paso. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Bondi testifies at hearing on Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced heated questions over the DOJ's handling of the Epstein files during a House hearing on Wednesday. Bondi repeatedly refused to answer most questions from Democrats about the investigation. Scott MacFarlane has more.
House vote on Trump's Canada tariffs
Six House Republicans joined Democrats in a vote against President Trump's tariffs on Canada. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Anger at Pam Bondi hearing over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi clashed with some lawmakers at her House Judiciary Committee hearing over the Epstein files and their release. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.