Republicans sue California governor over vote-by-mail order
RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel said Democrats are using "this pandemic as a ploy to implement their partisan election agenda ..."
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Americans head outdoors for Memorial Day weekend
As the unofficial start to summer kicks off with the Memorial Day weekend, Americans are flocking to nearby beaches and parks to relax despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Danya Bacchus reports.
Massive fire erupts on San Francisco's iconic waterfront
More than 100 firefighters responded to towering flames around 4 a.m. local time.
Boy opens up to classmates about autism
A California teacher captured video of one of her fourth-graders opening up to his classmates about having autism. The students listened quietly as he spoke, and when he was done, they had all had amazing reactions.
Paradise recovering 6 months after Camp Fire
It's been six months since the Camp Fire raced through northern California, the deadliest and most destructive fire in state history. Jonathan Vigliotti went back to the town of Paradise to check on some of the youngest survivors.
Guns seized from Los Angeles mansion
Thousands of guns, rifles and pistols were hauled out of a California mansion. Court documents show the home involved is linked to the Getty family. Mola Lenghi reports.
"48 Hours": The hunt for Peter Chadwick
A murder that shook an upscale California neighborhood is now the focus of an international manhunt. Multimillionaire businessman Peter Chadwick and his wife Q.C. disappeared from their Newport Beach home in 2012. Chadwick was later charged with her murder for allegedly staging her death. After posting his $1M bail, he vanished. Tune in to Tracy Smith's full report for "48 Hours" Saturday at 10/9c.
Teacher with cancer forced to pay for substitute
A California teacher who's battling breast cancer isn't just facing mounting medical fees, she's also being forced to pay for her own replacement. Turns out, it's the law. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Aftermath of NorCal's Camp Fire
It has been six months since the Camp Fire scorched Northern California and became the deadliest and most destructive fire in state history. Jonathan Vigliotti returns to the town of Paradise to check on some of the fire's youngest survivors.
The lasting damage of California's worst fire
Six months have passed since the "Camp Fire" gutted the town of Paradise, California. The fire killed 85 people, destroyed 19,000 buildings and caused more than $12 billion in damage. Jonathan Vigliotti reports on the psychological toll the fire is taking on some of the youngest victims.
Facial recognition ban considered
More law enforcement agencies are relying on facial recognition technology to help fight crime. But there's growing public fear over the technology -- and San Francisco is considering a ban. Jonathan Vigliotti explains.
The $75 cup of coffee
Two California coffee shops are the only North America locations to sell the world’s priciest coffee roast, which clocks in at $800 a pound. KCAL-TV's Tina Patel explains what makes it so expensive.
Unusable water 6 months after Calif. fires
While we now know power lines started the deadliest wildfire in California history, a different type of threat is affecting plans to rebuild: contaminated water that tested positive for elevated levels of cancer-causing benzene. The Camp Fire killed at least 85 people in and around the town of Paradise last November. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
University of California drops SAT, ACT requirement for now
Standardized exams have long been criticized for an alleged bias toward those who come from low-income communities or those who identify as a person of color.
Fighter jet crashes into California building
A military F-16 fighter jet crashed into a building at March Air Reserve Base in Moreno Valley, California. Officials said the pilot ejected and is being evaluated.
F-16 crashes into California warehouse
New details are emerging after an F-16 jet crashed into a California warehouse. Sources tell CBS News the jet was armed. Jamie Yuccas has the latest.
Woman in RV leads Calif. police in wild chase
A woman is in custody after leading police on a wild chase through a California neighborhood in a stolen RV. At one point, the driver slammed into a tree, ripping off the entire side of the RV. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Concerns over "American Taliban's" release
John Walker Lindh, often called the “American Taliban,” is set to walk free from federal prison at any moment. Lindh was captured with Taliban fighters in Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks. The California native is being released after serving 17 years of a 20-year sentence. David Begnaud reports.
102-year-old woman being evicted from home
A 102-year-old woman has been told she must leave her Southern California home. Thelma Smith said she has been living in her home for 30 years. Her landlord wants her to clear out by the end of June. Amy Johnson of CBS station KCBS-TV reports from Ladera Heights, California.
California man killed in Hawaii shark attack
Shark warnings are up in Hawaii after a deadly attack over the weekend. A witness says a shark bit off the leg of Thomas Smiley, a California man who was swimming off the coast of Maui on Saturday. He died after rescue attempts on the beach failed. David Begnaud reports.
Another horse dies at SoCal race track
A 9-year-old horse was euthanized Sunday after suffering a leg injury at Santa Anita park. The horse's death marks the third in nine days. Now animal rights groups like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals are calling for races to be suspended.
Measles : What you need to know before flying
This summer, travelers may be dealing with more than just crowded airports. The measles virus has impacted at least four U.S. airports so far this year, with reported exposures in California, New Jersey and most recently Texas. The outbreak is still growing dramatically, with 60 new cases reported across the U.S. for a total of 940 measles cases in 26 states. Mola Lenghi reports.
California Democratic Convention gets underway
California’s state democratic convention is under way in San Francisco this weekend. More than a dozen of the 23 presidential hopefuls are expected to make speeches at the event or make campaign stops in California for the event. As Ed O’Keefe reports, for the first time in a long time, the Golden State is offering up an early political treasure to the candidates.
2020 candidates attend California's Democratic convention
Fifteen presidential candidates are attending California's Democratic convention this week, in an attempt to woo voters in the influential Super Tuesday state. Former Vice President Joe Biden, a frontrunner in the race, will not be attending.
2020 candidates attend Calif. Democrat convention
More than a dozen Democratic presidential candidates are attending the California Democratic Convention in San Francisco. They’re being asked about the latest mass shooting in Virginia Beach as well as other pressing issues. Ed O'Keefe has the story.
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