California bans flavored tobacco products
The bill was largely developed by Senator Jerry Hill to "address an unprecedented surge in youth nicotine consumption."
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Fate of Harris' Senate seat
California politicians are jockeying to be appointed to Kamala Harris' Senate seat if the Biden-Harris ticket wins in November. Whoever Governor Gavin Newsom picks will not have to run for election until 2022. CBS News campaign reporter Musadiq Bidar joins CBSN from San Francisco to discuss.
California governor asks Australia and Canada for help battling blazes
"We simply haven't seen anything like this in many, many years," Governor Gavin Newsom said.
Newsom emphasizes climate change threat at DNC
California Governor Gavin Newsom, appearing from a forest while wildfires ravage the state, used his time at the Democratic National Convention to emphasize the importance of recognizing the threat of climate change. Watch his speech.
Wildfires burn over 300,000 acres across California
California's governor said 367 known fires are burning across the state and an area larger than Washington, D.C., has been scorched in Northern California.
California becomes first state to surpass 600,000 COVID-19 cases
The state leads the nation in COVID-19 cases, followed by Florida and Texas.
Kamala Harris' political roots in California
Senator Kamala Harris has made history as the first woman of color on the presidential ticket for a major political party. She is also the first Californian since Ronald Reagan sought reelection in 1984. LA Times politics reporter Melanie Mason joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green to talk about the senator's Golden State roots.
California tops half a million coronavirus cases
According to the state's latest numbers, more than 9,000 people have died from coronavirus and more than 8,000 people are currently in the hospital or ICU.
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.
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.
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.
California orders closure of indoor facilities
California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered the closure of all indoor operations at restaurants, bars, gyms, churches, malls and other locations in 30 counties including Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange, as officials say coronavirus cases are climbing higher. Watch his remarks here.
California announces new restrictions on indoor businesses
Restaurants, movie theaters, museums and other businesses in 19 counties will be forced to close indoor operations for at least the next three weeks.
States differ in approach to COVID-19
California and Florida, two states seeing a surge in COVID-19 cases, are taking very different approaches when it comes to fighting the deadly disease. Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to discuss how the different strategies can play out, plus a new warning about the virus' potential impact on asymptomatic patients' lungs.
LA County closes beaches for July 4 weekend, citing coronavirus
"The Fourth of July holiday weekend typically means large crowds and gatherings to celebrate, a recipe for increased transmission of COVID-19," the county's public health director said.
California orders bars in LA, other counties to close due to COVID surge
The order from the state's governor comes as the global death toll from the coronavirus surpassed 500,000 on Sunday night.
Newsom threatens funds from counties that defy face mask order
Newsom threatened to withhold $2.5 billion in the upcoming budget from local governments if they don't comply with state's orders on wearing masks, testing and other measures in place to slow the spread of COVID-19.
California to send every voter mail-in ballot for November
The California governor signed a bill to require county officials to mail a ballot to every registered voter in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
California schools, gyms and bars to reopen June 12
The new guidance covers music, film and television studios.
Newsom issues guidelines for houses of worship to reopen
Newsom's new guidelines say places of worship could reopen, if local county public health officials approve, but attendance must be limited to 25% of building capacity or a maximum of 100 people, whichever is lower.
California to reopen places of worship
New guidance from the California Department of Public Health calls for churches, mosques, synagogues and other religious groups to limit attendance to 25% of the building's capacity, or a maximum of 100 people, whichever is lower. CBSN Los Angeles has the details.
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 ..."
Report: Calif. coronavirus response bests N.Y.'s
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has been praised for his leadership during the coronavirus pandemic, but his actions before it is coming under scrutiny. A report by investigative news site ProPublica compares the response of the East Coast with that of the West Coast, where California Governor Gavin Newsom let counties close earlier, likely avoiding a higher death toll. The article's co-author Joaquin Sapien joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss his reporting.
California bans discrimination against natural hair
A new law makes California the first state to ban discrimination against black students and employees over their natural hairstyles. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law Wednesday, which protects black people with styles like dreadlocks or cornrows. Michelle Miller reports.
California law would let NCAA athletes get paid
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill that will allow NCAA college athletes to hire agents and seek endorsements. The move is already being disputed by the NCAA, which says it will destroy the league. Dennis Dodd, national football writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBSN AM to explain what it means for future athletes.
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Iran's foreign minister rejects talk of dialogue with U.S. as strikes continue
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has upended global air travel, disrupted oil exports from the region and sent fuel prices rising across the world.
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U.S. intel shows Iran's late leader was wary of son in power, sources say
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
Weather threats bring blizzard conditions, early heat wave to parts of U.S.
More than 11.5 million people are under blizzard warnings, another 4.3 million are under winter storm warnings, and about 20.6 million are under an extreme heat watch, according to forecasters.
Iranian foreign minister says "we don't see any reason" to talk with U.S.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that "we don't see any reason why we should talk with Americans" as President Trump has claimed Iran is seeking a deal to end the war between the U.S. and Iran.
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FCC Chair Brendan Carr says broadcast licenses are not a "property right"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News Saturday, Federal Communications Chair Brendan Carr doubled down on his warning that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump's criticisms of media coverage of the war in Iran.
IDF says Michigan synagogue suspect's brother was Hezbollah commander
The Israel Defense Forces said Ibrahim Muhammad Ghazali was responsible for managing weapons operations for the unit within the U.S.-designated terrorist group.
Ukraine waiting on U.S. and Russia to agree on next round of peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends on Washington and Moscow.
Norovirus outbreak on Princess cruise ship sickens more than 150 people
More than 150 passengers and crew members on a Princess cruise ship fell ill last week due to an outbreak of norovirus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
Trump thanks TSA agents working with no pay amid government shutdown
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
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A tie at 2026 Oscars for Best Live-Action Short marks 7th rare award moment
As Kumail Nanjiani took the stage to announce the winner for Best Live-Action Short at the 98th annual Academy Awards, the actor exclaimed: "And the Oscar goes to ... it's a tie."
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Oscars winners list for 2026: Live updates
"Sinners" earned 16 nominations, the most ever, and is looking for a historic night at the 2026 Oscars. Here are all the winners and nominees at the 98th annual Academy Awards.
March Madness bracket set as Duke nabs top overall seed
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
Crenshaw on primary loss: "Are you going to believe everything you read online?"
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, whose term as representative of Texas' 2nd congressional district is set to end following his loss in the Republican primary earlier this month, appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sunday.
Weather threats bring blizzard conditions, early heat wave to parts of U.S.
More than 11.5 million people are under blizzard warnings, another 4.3 million are under winter storm warnings, and about 20.6 million are under an extreme heat watch, according to forecasters.
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How would escorting oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz work?
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Chart shows what you're paying for when you buy a gallon of gas
U.S. gas prices are surging as the Iran war drives up the global cost of oil. But what exactly accounts for what you pay at the pump?
High oil prices are boosting airfares. These tips could save you money.
Planning a trip? Travel experts recommend booking your flight soon as the Iran war drives up airline and ticket costs.
These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Toyota recalls 550,000 Highlander SUVs because seats may fail to lock
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
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Crenshaw on primary loss: "Are you going to believe everything you read online?"
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, whose term as representative of Texas' 2nd congressional district is set to end following his loss in the Republican primary earlier this month, appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sunday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and Rep. Dan Crenshaw join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Dan Crenshaw on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Dan Crenshaw, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
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A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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Crenshaw on primary loss: "Are you going to believe everything you read online?"
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, whose term as representative of Texas' 2nd congressional district is set to end following his loss in the Republican primary earlier this month, appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sunday.
U.S. beats Canada in Para ice hockey final to complete Team USA sweep
The U.S. became the first nation to sweep the hockey tournaments at the Olympics and Paralympics.
IDF says Michigan synagogue suspect's brother was Hezbollah commander
The Israel Defense Forces said Ibrahim Muhammad Ghazali was responsible for managing weapons operations for the unit within the U.S.-designated terrorist group.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
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A tie at 2026 Oscars for Best Live-Action Short marks 7th rare award moment
As Kumail Nanjiani took the stage to announce the winner for Best Live-Action Short at the 98th annual Academy Awards, the actor exclaimed: "And the Oscar goes to ... it's a tie."
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Oscars winners list for 2026: Live updates
"Sinners" earned 16 nominations, the most ever, and is looking for a historic night at the 2026 Oscars. Here are all the winners and nominees at the 98th annual Academy Awards.
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Hosted by Mo Rocca. Featured: Hollywood, the Dream Factory; "Peaky Blinders" actor Cillian Murphy; Marc Jacobs and Sofia Coppola; John Mayer and McG preserve a Hollywood landmark; a Russian schoolteacher's resistance documented in "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"; and a tribute to documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman.
A tribute to documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
A tribute to documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman
Acclaimed filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies," "High School," and "Hospital." In an interview with "Sunday Morning" recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked with David Pogue about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life, in films as funny, sad, and tragic as any fiction film.
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Solar farm development faces pushback
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberates in social media trial
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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.
3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Murder-for-hire scheme uncovered in investigation of slain teacher
Jocelyn Peters, a beloved third grade teacher in St. Louis, Missouri, was shot to death in her sleep. The crime scene held an unusual clue – something one detective says he had never seen before.
Players Championship start delayed amid manhunt for murder suspect
Suspect Christian Barrios, 32, shot two people multiple times Friday night, St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said.
Judge in Charlie Kirk murder case makes ruling on media access
Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, 22, who is charged with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk.
FBI: Synagogue attacker died by suicide
The suspect in the Michigan synagogue attack died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the FBI said at a news conference on Friday. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi has the latest.
Officials give update on synagogue attack
Officials in Michigan gave an update about Thursday's synagogue car ramming attack that the FBI is investigating as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
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Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
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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?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Airline CEOs tell Congress to fund DHS
The CEOs of ten major U.S. airlines are demanding Congress end a funding standoff and pay TSA workers. In a letter, they claim 93% of Americans support paying aviation workers during government shutdowns. Tim McNicholas has more.
Massive snowstorm hits Midwest, Great Lakes
A major snowstorm is blasting the Midwest and Great Lakes with blizzard conditions and what could be record snow. Ian Lee has a report on the conditions and Andrew Kozak has a look at the forecast.
Gas prices still ticking up as Iran war continues
Pain from the Iran war's oil supply shock is being felt across the United States. Willie James Inman reports.
Iran launches heavy wave of missile strikes
With week three of the war underway, Iran launched one of the heaviest waves of missile strikes in a 24-hour period since fighting began. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Anderson Cooper on his math teacher's killing
Correspondent Anderson Cooper spoke to 60 Minutes Overtime about his former math teacher, Yves Volel, who ran for president in Haiti in 1987 and was later assassinated.