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There are new signs the U.S. is on the road to recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. As CBS News' Carter Evans reports, cases and death have plummeted to the lowest point in months. Then Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss U.S. efforts and the nation's role in the global fight.
A new report confirms that hate crimes against the Asian community have surged across several of the nation's major cities. The data comes from California State University, San Bernardino's Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism. It found a 169% increase in anti-Asian hate crimes in 15 cities during the first quarter of 2021. Angie Chung, an associate professor of sociology at the University at Albany, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Los Angeles County is among the many places across the country easing pandemic restrictions as cases and deaths drop to the lowest point in months. Carter Evans reports.
Hours before Mexico City was rocked by a earthquake last week, a smaller quake jolted the Los Angeles area. It was a reminder that the so-called "big one" will eventually hit Southern California. Scientists say many Californians have a false sense of security regarding earthquakes. Carter Evans reports.
A woman allegedly walked into a West Hollywood boutique owned by the Kardashian family and held a cashier at gunpoint, but no one was hurt. A CBS Los Angeles photographer was filming when the woman returned to the store with a machete. CBS Los Angeles' Dave Lopez reports.
People who live near the old Exide battery plant in Los Angeles are demanding state help to clean up lead contamination. Nearly 10,000 homes in the area have soil with lead contamination and other toxins, but there may not be enough money to clean it up. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Thousands of firefighters are battling 77 large wildfires across the West. One of them is the largest ever to hit the city of Los Angeles. As Jamie Yuccas reports, some homeowners barely got out in time.
Historic wildfires are impacting the areas near Los Angeles. Thousands of acres have been burned. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas spoke to CBSN about the severe weather in California.
A driver who led police on a wild pursuit on California's 110 Freeway to the Port of Los Angeles is dead. The man climbed a crane and stripped naked before jumping, or falling, 160 feet to his death. KCBS's Tom Wait reports.
A subway construction project is Los Angeles is unearthing the prehistoric side of southern California. Workers excavating the tunnels discovered fossils of ancient mammals that roamed the area about 11,000 years ago. The historic trove includes bones from extinct beasts like mammoths and mastodons. Carter Evans reports.
Police chases are becoming so common in California, you can even find them on the beach. Cops pursued a man across the sand in Southern California this week, eventually capturing him in the ocean. A Los Angeles grand jury has a grim warning about the city's high-speed police chases, finding they cause "unnecessary bystander injuries and deaths." Jamie Yuccas reports.
Residents in a Los Angeles neighborhood are upset after a vandal destroyed a popular Buddha statue in the community, CBS Los Angeles' Andrea Fujii reports.
A small plane crashed on a freeway outside Los Angeles. No fatalities have been reported. KCBS has the latest on the crash on the 405 freeway.
Scientists have been saying for years the West Coast is due for a major earthquake. This past week, Carter Evans checked out an early warning system that could save lives if and when that big earthquake comes.
A new report by the Veterans Affairs inspector general shows that 43 percent of the 225 patients who died between October 2014 and August 2015 at the Los Angeles VA facility were waiting for appointments or needed tests they never got. However, the report does not conclude these patients "died as a result of delayed consults." Mireya Villarreal reports.
Three teenaged members of the Los Angeles Police Department Cadet program are in hot water for apparently taking their work home with them. They were arrested for allegedly stealing three police cruisers. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Philanthropist and art collector Eli Broad died on April 30, 2021 at age 87. In this report originally broadcast on “Sunday Morning” January 17, 2010, correspondent Sandra Hughes talked with Broad about his efforts to bring more art to the public at museums in Los Angeles, and with other affluent collectors about the changing face of art philanthropy.
In 2011, Eli Broad spoke with 60 Minutes about his efforts to give away 75% of his wealth before he died. Broad passed away this week at 87.
Elon Musk posted a simulation video of his newest project, a high-speed tunnel to help ease traffic in Los Angeles. CBSN's Reena Ninan has the latest on Musk's innovation.
The former FBI director quickly boarded a plane in Los Angeles after his sudden dismissal. On Wednesday, a photographer caught him in casual apparel in McLean, VA.
It's been 25 years since violent riots broke out in Los Angeles due to tense race relations. Current L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti joins CBSN to discuss the state of race relations today and the riots 25 year ago.
A battle has been brewing for years, pitting hikers against homeowners. The prize? The right to access a trail leading to Los Angeles' most famous symbol, the Hollywood sign. Now, due to safety concerns, a gate leading to a favorite spot for tourists is about to be locked forever. Carter Evans reports.
Sources tell CBS News that there is a "chill" in the transfer of intelligence between agencies and the White House, in part due to President Trump's criticism of the community; Charlotte McCourt, 11, felt compelled to follow Girl Scout law while selling the famous cookies: "I will do my best to be honest."
Southern California is getting drenched with what forecasts say is the heaviest rainfall in six years. CBS Los Angeles' Amber Lee joins CBSN with the latest forecast.
For years Los Angeles has barely received any rain, but it is about to get one month's worth in one night. Carter Evans reports why it could be the worst storm in years.
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files. Follow live updates here.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Multiple people are believed to be trapped inside a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, following an explosion, emergency officials said.
ICE has filed more than 8,000 requests to toss out asylum claims in immigration court, asking judges to send immigrants to third-party countries.
Economists polled by financial data firm FactSet had forecast an annualized 3% pace for the July to September period.
Republican Ben Sasse represented Nebraska in the U.S. Senate from 2015 to 2023, then became president of the University of Florida.
The children of slain filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, have released another statement in the wake of their parents' deaths.
Brown University police chief Rodney Chatman has been placed on leave after the mass shooting that killed two students in Providence, Rhode Island.
President Trump has responded to the release of the Epstein files, saying Monday that the release of photos risked ensnaring "highly respected" people with no connection to Epstein's crimes.
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Job listings for store Santas have plunged in recent years as more families shop online and retailers look to contain costs, a new analysis found.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
Concerns about inflation, tariffs and politics weighed on consumer sentiment in December, The Conference Board said.
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
Job listings for store Santas have plunged in recent years as more families shop online and retailers look to contain costs, a new analysis found.
Concerns about inflation, tariffs and politics weighed on consumer sentiment in December, The Conference Board said.
Economic growth blew past forecasts in the third quarter despite ongoing concerns about jobs, tariffs and inflation.
The Federal Communications Commission says it's banning new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market.
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Republican Ben Sasse represented Nebraska in the U.S. Senate from 2015 to 2023, then became president of the University of Florida.
The Federal Communications Commission says it's banning new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market.
The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast tonight, Dec. 23, celebrating George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Michael Crawford and Sylvester Stallone.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
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.
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.
#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)
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.
Maintenance workers secured metal bars over the window thieves used to break into the Louvre in October.
Russia fired more than 650 drones and three dozen missiles at Ukraine in a major pre-Christmas attack, killing at least three people including a child.
The U.S. military says it struck a vessel that was allegedly carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific on Monday, killing one person — part of a months-long campaign of boat strikes near Latin America.
Philip Young was charged with 56 sexual offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with the intent to "stupefy" Joanne Young, his ex-wife.
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.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
Actor Mandy Patinkin and writer and director Aram Rappaport are behind the new murder mystery series, "The Artist," which is a work of historical fiction set in the Gilded Age. They speak to "CBS Mornings" about the series and how it got started. Patinkin also reflects on the life of Hollywood icon Rob Reiner.
Aubrey O'Day discusses the disturbing witness affidavit involving Sean "Diddy" Combs in a "CBS Mornings" interview on Tuesday.
The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast tonight, Dec. 23, celebrating George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Michael Crawford and Sylvester Stallone.
Vince Zampella, a video game developer known for pioneering iconic franchises like "Call of Duty," died in a car crash on the Angeles Crest Highway in Los Angeles County on Sunday afternoon.
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
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.
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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."
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.
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
The DOJ released more than 10,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case. The release includes court records, emails, news clippings, photos, spreadsheets, audio and video files. It also offers new details on Epstein's associates, including President Trump. Mr. Trump has not been charged in connection with Epstein and the new documents do not accuse him of any crime. Scott MacFarlane has more.
The Justice Department released more than 10,000 files relating to Jeffrey Epstein early Tuesday morning. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more details.
The Department of Justice has released another batch of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
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.
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
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.
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
Across the U.S. and around the world, families and people of faith are gathering to celebrate this holiday season. Rabbi Josh Stanton, Imam Shamsi Ali and Reverend Brandan Robertson join CBS News to take a closer look at how younger people are engaging with religion and how the institutions are trying to bring them in.
Recent CBS News polling shows Americans have a bleak view of the state of the economy. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak has firsthand insight into how Americans are dealing with economic pressures this holiday season.
Americans entered 2025 with optimistic expectations for jobs, inflation and living costs. But as we near the end of the year, recent CBS News polling finds that only 32% of people view the current economy positively. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results.
AAA expects the number of winter holiday travelers to break records this year, but folks in California will have to brave heavy rain, snow and strong winds to get where they're going. CBS News coordinating producer Elizabeth Campbell reports from LAX.