Family of Katie Meyer files wrongful death lawsuit against Stanford
The lawsuit alleges that, on the night Katie Meyer died, she received a formal written notice from the university regarding a disciplinary matter.
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18 people rescued after spending 5 days stuck at sea, U.S. Coast Guard says
The group was found about 16 miles southwest of San Diego in a broken motorboat, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
USC not liable in former football player's death, jury finds
The verdict could have broad ramifications for college athletes who blame the NCAA for head injuries.
Former UCLA decathlete gets over 17 years in prison for cannabis pen fraud
The college track and field star was sentenced this week for allegedly defrauding cannabis industry investors out of over $45 million.
Face the Nation: Pence, Galloway, Bass
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Mike Pence and the 2024 election, Donald Trump on Twitter and Karen Bass's agenda
Lofgren: Jan. 6 panel to release evidence "within a month"
Democratic Rep. Zoe Lofgren of California, a member of the Jan. 6 committee, says that "within a month, the public will have everything that we've found, all the evidence, for good or ill."
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 20, 2022
Former Vice President Mike Pence, Rep. Karen Bass, Rep. Zoe Lofgren and more will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Jury says it is deadlocked in Danny Masterson rape trial
Masterson is charged with the rape of three women, including a former girlfriend, in his Hollywood Hills home between 2001 and 2003.
Gabby Petito’s family gets $3M in lawsuit
The family of Gabby Petito, the 22-year-old found dead last year in Wyoming, was awarded $3 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against the estate of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, who died by suicide. A federal judge in California will announce the sentence today of Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of the failed blood testing start-up Theranos. And the man charged with killing 10 people at a Buffalo supermarket is expected to plead guilty to all 25 state counts next week.
Karen Bass first woman elected to become Los Angeles mayor
Karen Bass will become the first woman to serve as the mayor of Los Angeles. CBS News projected Wednesday that the Democratic congresswoman defeated billionaire Rick Caruso in a closely watched race. Lara Korte, a California politics reporter for Politico and co-author of Politico's California Playbook, joins CBS News to break down why she won and the significance of her victory.
Nancy Pelosi recalls first time seeing the Capitol at 6 years old
Nancy Pelosi was in the car with her brothers when they kept trying to show her the Capitol building for the first time: "And finally, I saw it – a stunning white building with a magnificent dome."
Harry Styles hit in the eye with Skittles at L.A. show
Video of the hit went viral, prompting a response from the candy brand: "Didn't think I needed to say this: Please don't throw Skittles."
Driver injures 25 law enforcement recruits
Dozens of law enforcement recruits were injured when a wrong-way driver plowed into the group as they ran in formation during a training exercise in Southern California. The most serious injuries include head trauma, broken bones and lost limbs, according to officials. Christina Ruffini reports.
Jay Leno is expected to fully recover from "significant burns," doctor says
The comedian and former "Tonight Show" host experienced "significant burns" to his face, hands and chest.
Judge drops 4 of 11 sexual assault counts against Harvey Weinstein
Prosecutors said they were not proceeding with the counts involving one accuser, a move that seemed likely when the accuser was left out of opening statements.
2023 Grammy nominations: Beyoncé ties record
Beyoncé was nominated for nine Grammys on Tuesday, tying her husband's record.
Woman accused of killing teen sister and baby niece over "sibling rivalry"
If convicted of all charges, Yarelly Solorio-Rivera and her boyfriend face life without the possibility of parole or the death penalty.
California reports first flu, RSV death in child under 5
The state's public health officer said the young child's death is a "stark reminder" of how fatal respiratory viruses can be.
Christina Applegate makes first public appearance since MS diagnosis
More than a year after announcing her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, Christina Applegate accepted her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – barefoot – with an emotional message to her friends and family.
Body found in underwater cave may be diver who vanished in 2020
Ryder Sturt, 34, was diving for lobster with a partner on Nov. 29, 2020, and never surfaced,
New Mexico mother meets stem cell donor after rare match
A New Mexico mother, who was diagnosed with leukemia following previous chemotherapy treatments, met with her stem cell donor. Doctors said it was ideal for Christine Chen to find a donor within her own race, but only 9% of donors on the nation’s largest stem cell registry are Asian. Carter Evans shares the story.
"It really hits home": Concert violinist meets stem cell donor in rare match
A mother's story is reminding us of how a complete stranger can suddenly mean the world to you.
48,000 University of California workers go on strike
Researchers, teaching assistants and other academics at 10 of the school's campuses walked off the job to demand better pay.
Jewish teens discuss antisemitism
Jewish teens in Southern California share their encounters with antisemitism and discuss how social media and pop culture have amplified harmful stereotypes and conspiracies that affect their day-to-day lives.
Former Playboy model takes plea deal in doctor's beating death
Kelsey Turner, a former model for Playboy Italia and Maxim magazines, could receive anywhere from 10 to 25 years in prison.
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In Trump's pardon economy, victims lost out on $119M in restitution
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8-month Iran war looms large over Israeli election
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John Thune's balancing act: Inside his push to save the GOP majority
These factors could decide Netanyahu's fate as Israel votes today
DOJ takes steps to charge James Comey again
U.K. charges 2 men linked to alleged terror plot against air base
Court dismisses DOJ's request to force California to set aside ballots
Maurene Comey, James Comey's daughter, was unlawfully fired, judge rules
