"Cloud of hundreds of bees" swarms L.A. neighborhood
Residents of the neighborhoods were told to stay inside and close their doors and windows as the bees swarmed.
California
Oakland teachers reach deal to end strike
Teachers in Oakland, California, have reached a tentative contract agreement with the school district after striking for seven days. KPIX reporter Jocelyn Moran spoke with CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano about the significance of the deal and the stipulations included.
Catalytic converter thefts rise across U.S.
A car's catalytic converter helps reduce harmful emissions from being released into the air. A new report shows they're becoming a popular target for thieves. CBS Los Angeles' Kristine Lazar reports.
Severe storms devastate Central California farms
The series of atmospheric river storms that pummeled California may have helped alleviate drought conditions, but they also had a devastating effect on some farming communities in California's Central Valley, destroying thousands of acres of crops. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
SpaceX rocket launches 50 Starlink satellites
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched 50 Starlink satellites into orbit from California on Wednesday.
5/7/2023: This Ancient Atrocity; Lithium Valley; James Nachtwey
Slaughterhouse cleaning company employed kids. Then, Lithium Valley could power EV battery boom. And, James Nachtwey: The 60 Minutes Interview.
Oakland teachers strike continues
The teachers strike in Oakland, California, continued for a fourth day Tuesday. Teachers are calling for better pay and better working conditions, as well as "common good" measures, including helping find shelter for students who are homeless. KPIX-TV's Jocelyn Moran reports and Austin Turner, a breaking news reporter for the Bay Area News Group, joins CBS News to discuss.
California to pay $24 million settlement for man's in-custody death
Seven California Highway Patrol officers and a nurse were charged with involuntary manslaughter in Edward Bronstein's 2020 death.
Tory Lanez denied new trial in Megan Thee Stallion shooting
Superior Court Judge Herriford rejected arguments from lawyers for rapper Tory Lanez that evidence was wrongly admitted at the trial.
Body of missing CEO found over a year after he texted "911" and vanished
The body was identified as that of Beau Mann, the founder and CEO of an addiction recovery app.
Lithium Valley could power EV battery boom
As the U.S. auto industry goes green, companies are developing lithium extraction for batteries in California’s Imperial Valley. Bill Whitaker reports.
What the California reparations panel proposes — and what's next
Historic effort to grapple with the legacy of slavery comes with hundreds of recommendations and complex financial calculations.
Lithium industry develops in one of the poorest sections of California
As demand for electric vehicles grows, companies are racing to develop what's being called Lithium Valley in California, with plans to extract the metal to power batteries.
Lithium extraction coming to CA as auto industry goes electric
As the U.S. auto industry goes green, companies are developing lithium extraction for batteries in California's Imperial Valley. Bill Whitaker reports.
California's Black reparations panel approves payments, apology
The nine-member committee gave final approval at a meeting in Oakland to a hefty list of proposals that now go to state lawmakers to consider for reparations legislation.
California teen killed, 5 injured in house party shooting, police say
Officers were called to two house parties near the campus of California State University, Chico early Saturday morning on reports of gunfire, police said.
Man pleads not guilty in stabbings near UC Davis
A 21-year-old man Friday pleaded not guilty to murder and attempted murder charges in connection with three stabbing attacks, two of which were fatal, that occurred near the campus of the University of California, Davis.
After Drew Barrymore drops out, MTV Awards show won't be "live event"
The news also comes after the Writer's Guild of America announced that it planned to picket outside the show.
Feinstein vows to return but doesn't say when, leaving Senate in limbo
Sen. Dianne Feinstein has been absent from Congress since February, and her prolonged leave for health reasons has prevented the confirmation of some of President Biden's judicial nominees.
New York and California investigate NFL
The attorneys general of California and New York are opening a joint investigation into workplace discrimination allegations against the NFL. Katie Rosman, a Metro reporter for The New York Times, broke the story and joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss her report.
New exhibit honors the life of Tyre Nichols
A new photography exhibition in Palm Springs, California, pays tribute to the life of Tyre Nichols, who died in January after being brutally beaten by Memphis police officers following a traffic stop. Elise Preston has more.
Suspect arrested in fatal stabbings near UC Davis
A suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with three stabbings, two of them fatal, that occurred near the University of California, Davis, campus over the past two weeks. The 21-year-old suspect is a former UC Davis student, police said.
Drew Barrymore won't host MTV Movie & TV Awards due to writers' strike
Sunday's show will not have a red carpet or pre-show celebrity interviews.
Man stops stroller from rolling into traffic
Dramatic video showed a Good Samaritan preventing a runaway stroller from rolling into traffic in the Southern California city of Hesperia on Monday.
Palm Springs art installation honors the life of Tyre Nichols
The work of the late Tyre Nichols is featured on several highway billboards in Palm Springs, California.
DOJ faces continued backlash over limited Epstein files release
The Justice Department is facing continued backlash over its partial releases of the Epstein files, with lawmakers and survivors denouncing the limited nature of the disclosures.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Trump to make announcement with Hegseth on shipbuilding
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are speaking from the president's Florida estate.
Bondi Beach gunmen got firearms training together, police say
The man police say killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach along with his father obtained firearms training with him, documents show.
Vance tries to unify conservatives as rifts exposed at Turning Point USA
Rifts over the direction of the conservative movement emerged during Turning Point USA's conference, as speakers attacked each other by name.
Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis, cancels concerts due to surgery
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
The president's move angered Danish officials. Greenland is a Danish autonomous territory he's often expressed interest in obtaining.
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
A Russian general was killed when a bomb detonated under his car in Moscow and investigators said Ukraine could be behind the attack.
Chris Rea, British singer of "Driving Home for Christmas," dies at 74
Chris Rea found fame in the 1980s in Britain with hits such as "Fool (If You Think It's Over)" and "Let's Dance."
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Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Trump to make announcement with Hegseth on shipbuilding
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are speaking from the president's Florida estate.
What's behind the surge in gold and silver prices?
Analysts point to rising geopolitical tensions and softer monetary policy as driving the year-end surge.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis, cancels concerts due to surgery
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
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Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
What's behind the surge in gold and silver prices?
Analysts point to rising geopolitical tensions and softer monetary policy as driving the year-end surge.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Jim Beam to pause production at its main distillery on Jan. 1
The main distillery will be closed for site enhancements, the company said. The pause comes after whiskey production has dropped amid a challenging year.
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Trump to make announcement with Hegseth on shipbuilding
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are speaking from the president's Florida estate.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to be sworn in by Letitia James, Bernie Sanders
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in by two prominent Democrats on New Year's Day.
DOJ faces continued backlash over limited Epstein files release
The Justice Department is facing continued backlash over its partial releases of the Epstein files, with lawmakers and survivors denouncing the limited scope of the disclosures.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Vance tries to unify conservatives as rifts exposed at Turning Point USA
Rifts over the direction of the conservative movement emerged during Turning Point USA's conference, as speakers attacked each other by name.
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Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
Details on new flu strain as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
Flu cases surging nationwide
Flu cases are on the rise across the country with CDC data showing more than 4 million illnesses this season resulting in roughly 2,000 deaths, including two children. Dr. Benjamin Abella, chair of emergency medicine at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York City, joined CBS News to discuss.
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Banksy unveils new art in London
The elusive street artist posted two photos of an artwork on his official Instagram account amid speculation that he was behind it. An identical image appeared elsewhere.
Chris Rea, British singer of "Driving Home for Christmas," dies at 74
Chris Rea found fame in the 1980s in Britain with hits such as "Fool (If You Think It's Over)" and "Let's Dance."
Bondi Beach gunmen got firearms training together, police say
The man police say killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach along with his father obtained firearms training with him, documents show.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
Denmark says it will summon the U.S. ambassador after President Trump appointed a special envoy to Greenland, the Danish autonomous territory he has often expressed interest in.
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
A Russian general was killed when a bomb detonated under his car in Moscow and investigators said Ukraine could be behind the attack.
Entertainment
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Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis, cancels concerts due to surgery
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Chris Rea, British singer of "Driving Home for Christmas," dies at 74
Chris Rea found fame in the 1980s in Britain with hits such as "Fool (If You Think It's Over)" and "Let's Dance."
Actor James Ransone, known for his role in "The Wire," dies at 46
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Young People's Chorus of NYC: "Jolly Toyland"
To mark the Christmas season, "Sunday Morning" presents a performance by the Young People's Chorus of New York City, of "Jolly Toyland," arranged by Francisco J. Nunez.
Young People's Chorus of NYC: "Deck the Halls"
"Sunday Morning" gifts to its viewers a Christmas tradition: a performance by the Young People's Chorus of New York City. They present "Deck the Halls," arranged by Francisco J. Nunez and Jim Papoulis.
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Technology
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Crime
Former classmate on Brown shooting suspect
More details are emerging about Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, the man suspected of carrying out a deadly shooting at Brown University before allegedly targeting an MIT professor. CBS News Boston has more.
Lates on Epstein files released
At least a dozen files initially released by the Justice Department by the Dec. 19 deadline were removed from the website, CBS News has found. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Video shows shoplifting suspect pulling gun
A video from an Ohio Walmart shows a shoplifting suspect pulling a gun on officers while being questioned in a security room. CBS News' Adriana Diaz reports.
Trump targets more Venezuelan oil tankers
The Trump administration seized a second oil tanker near Venezuela and announced a third is being pursued, a U.S. official tells CBS News. This comes as lawmakers react to the Justice Department's release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Search underway for swimmer missing at Pacific Grove's Lovers Point in possible shark attack
Search efforts are underway in Pacific Grove after a swimmer went missing Sunday afternoon.
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Space
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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Former classmate on Brown shooting suspect
More details are emerging about Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, the man suspected of carrying out a deadly shooting at Brown University before allegedly targeting an MIT professor. CBS News Boston has more.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Gold and silver prices surge
Inflation, global conflicts, and other economic factors may be contributing to the sharp rise in gold and silver prices. CBS News contributor Javier E. David has more.
Americans remain concerned on affordability
A recent CBS News poll shows how Americans are feeling about the costs of health care, food and housing. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has more following President Trump's comments on the state of the U.S. economy.
U.S. airports and roads brace for travelers
American airports and roads are expecting an immense number of travelers for the 2025 holiday season. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.