West Coast faces spike in coronavirus cases
California is mulling another statewide lockdown as parts of the state are experiencing unprecedented surges in coronavirus infections. Danya Bacchus reports.
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Black cowboys saddle up
After the Civil War, black cowboys played a key role in settling the West, and their heritage is honored by African American cowboys and rodeo riders today. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller talked with members of the Compton Cowboys, a Los Angeles group of riders who take to the streets of South Central on horseback; and with participants in the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, named for the famed African American Wild West Show star.
Steve Ballmer on white CEOs stepping up
Los Angeles Clippers Chairman Steve Ballmer joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he believes white CEOs and business leaders should take action against racism and injustice. He also talks about athletes and activism in the wake of George Floyd's death and the restart of the NBA season.
Thousands of LA's homeless living near freeways to get shelter
The move is in response to a lawsuit filed in March which alleged that authorities were not doing enough to protect the homeless from the coronavirus.
Proposal would use social workers, not LAPD, for some calls
The death of George Floyd last month has sparked nationwide calls for police reforms.
Officials call for investigation into hanging death of black man
Fuller's death was initially ruled a suicide, but his family believes it was a lynching.
Jay Pharoah releases video of LAPD officer kneeling on his neck
"I could have easily been an Ahmaud Arbery or a George Floyd," he said.
Meghan to graduates of her former high school: "George Floyd's life mattered"
Meghan told graduates at the Immaculate Heart High School in Los Angeles that she wrestled with what to tell them given the days of protests after Floyd's death.
LA Pride will now be a protest against police brutality
LA Pride — initially canceled due to the coronavirus — is returning as a George Floyd protest.
Police handcuff people apparently trying to protect LA store
A local reporter on the scene argued with police, telling them the people they were cuffing were not looters.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar defends protests
In a powerful op-ed in Saturday's Los Angeles Times, former NBA star and social activist Kareem Abdul-Jabbar writes about racism and being black in America. In it, he says what the country is seeing is people pushed to the edge and he urges everyone to rush to justice rather than judgment. Abdul-Jabbar joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss.
Pandemic: Life on L.A.'s Skid Row
Haunting black-and-white images capture some of the most vulnerable citizens of Los Angeles, taken by photographer Michael Christopher Brown from National Geographic
L.A. mayor declares citywide curfew
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced a citywide curfew from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. after four nights of violent protests. Garcetti said the National Guard would not be deployed. "This is not 1992," he said, referring to the Rodney King riots.
George Floyd's death sparks protests
Chaos and anger have erupted across the country over the death of George Floyd, the black man who died after being pinned down by the neck by Minneapolis police officers. WCCO reporter Christiane Cordero has the latest from the scene in Minneapolis.
LA retail stores to reopen with in-person shopping, mayor says
Personal service locations like hair salons will not yet be permitted to reopen, and dining in at restaurants still won't be allowed.
Los Angeles stores can start reopening Wednesday
Retail stores in Los Angeles are able to welcome back customers for in-person shopping beginning Wednesday, LA Mayor Eric Garcetti announced Tuesday night, as long as the shops comply with county's COVID-19 safety protocols. Watch his remarks here.
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.
Law enforcement keeps eye on beachgoers
Law enforcement kept an eye on beachgoers, but were not heavy-handed in enforcing guidelines or orders. Jonathan Vigliotti met up with Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva after he toured Malibu by chopper.
UC to drop SAT and ACT requirements
The University of California will drop the SAT and ACT tests as admission requirements through 2024 and eliminate them for California residents after that, per a landmark decision by the prestigious university system. CBS Los Angeles' Juan Fernandez has the latest.
Body of former wrestler found on beach
The body of a man found near a lifeguard tower at Venice Beach early Wednesday has been identified by police as former professional wrestler Shad Gaspard, who went missing while swimming in the ocean with his son over the weekend. CBSN Los Angeles' Tina Patel reports.
The Cars lead singer Ric Ocasek has died
Ric Ocasek, famed frontman for The Cars, was found dead Sunday in his Manhattan apartment. The Cars' chart-topping hits in the late 1970s and 1980s included "Just What I Needed," "Shake It Up" and "Drive." The band was inducted last year into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
Stem cells destroyed at Los Angeles hospital
A freezer at Children's Hospital Los Angeles failed earlier this month, leading to more than four dozen cancer patients losing their stored stem cells. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
32nd horse dies at Santa Anita Park since December
A 3-year-old horse was euthanized after a fall just two days into the racing season at Santa Anita Park on Saturday. The death of Emtech marks the 32nd such incident since December. CBSN Los Angeles Joy Benedict reports.
Kanye to release "Jesus Is King" documentary
Kanye West is bringing his Sunday service to the masses in an upcoming documentary, "Jesus is King," to be released in October. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy
Forever 21, a one-time destination for shoppers that fell victim of its own rapid expansion and changing consumer tastes, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Sunday. The privately held company based in Los Angeles said it will close up to 178 stores. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
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