Street artist helps family in L.A.
Los Angeles street artist Retna, born Marquis Lewis, found his own way to help a family who lost their home in the Palisades wildfires.
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What we know about immigration raids on farms
An immigration raid on a cannabis farm north of Los Angeles Thursday resulted in protests that witnesses said turned violent. Camilo Montoya-Galvez examines what we know about these Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids and the farms that are being targeted.
Tensions rise over L.A. immigration raid
An immigration raid at a cannabis farm near Los Angeles, California, ended with violent clashes between border control agents and protesters. Officials also targeted another site in a neighboring county. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
31 trapped workers rescued from collapse
A partial tunnel collapse in Los Angeles temporarily buried 31 workers in Los Angeles, California. CBS News' Carter Evans reports on the rescue operation.
31 workers rescued from collapsed tunnel
31 workers in Los Angeles, California, were rescued after being trapped under a collapsed tunnel. CBS News' Michael George reports.
The Monica Sementilli Affair
When a renowned hairstylist is killed poolside, investigators look at his wife. Was her alleged affair with her racquetball coach a motive for murder? "48 Hours" contributor Michelle Miller reports. | CASE UPDATE: On April 11, 2025, a jury found Monica Sementill, 53, guilty of murder and conspiracy for masterminding the murder of her husband Fabio, with special circumstances of murder for financial gain and murder while lying in wait.
L.A. restaurateur on six months since wildfire
Monday marks six months since a string of devastating wildfires burned down more than 37,000 acres of land throughout Los Angeles County in California. Vanessa Pellegrini, a Palisades business owner who lost her restaurant, joins CBS News to reflect on half a year of recovery.
L.A. wildfire survivors face insurance hurdles
California Gov. Gavin Newsom marked six months since the historic Palisades and Eaton Fires. The Los Angeles area wildfires started Jan. 7, killed 30 people and destroyed thousands of homes. Elise Preston looks at the progress to rebuild and restore the communities affected.
L.A. mayor addresses immigration operation
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass held a news conference Monday afternoon after federal immigration officers were deployed to the city in tactical gear. Bass accused the Trump administration of "provoking fear and terror."
Calif. fertility clinic bombing co-conspirator's death raises questions about L.A. lockup
The death of Daniel Park, the Washington state man accused of conspiring to bomb a fertility clinic in California, is being investigated as a suicide, according to Park's former defense attorney.
In a nation growing hostile toward homelessness, L.A. tries harm reduction
A new care center for homeless people on Los Angeles' infamous Skid Row embraces the principle of harm reduction, a more lenient approach to drug use and addiction.
Fireworks set 4 homes ablaze in L.A.
One person was killed and another was critically injured when multiple fireworks were set off in a Los Angeles neighborhood. Flames quickly spread to nearby homes as more than 130 firefighters raced to the scene. Carter Evans reports.
Fireworks explosion sets homes ablaze in L.A.
At least one person was hospitalized, and four homes were burned during a fireworks-related fire in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. KCAL News reporter Rick Montanez reports.
ICE arrests Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. over alleged cartel ties, DHS says
Former champion boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is allegedly wanted on an arrest warrant in Mexico, officials said.
Hundreds of National Guard forces in L.A. could be returned to wildfire duty
A controversial federal National Guard deployment to Los Angeles could lose some troops to wildfire duty.
DOJ sues L.A. over sanctuary city policies
The Justice Department sued Los Angeles and its mayor, Karen Bass, over its sanctuary city policies Monday. In a statement, the DOJ argued these policies "interfere with the federal government's enforcement of its immigration laws." CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Getty Villa reopens after wildfires
Los Angeles' Getty Museum, known for its stunning landscape and art collection, welcomed back visitors for the first time in nearly six months this weekend. Elise Preston has more.
California wildfires cleanup challenges
After the wildfires ravaged homes in Los Angeles, California, cleanup crews faced a new challenge: electric car batteries that can explode when damaged.
Lawyers: Medical care for migrants ignored
In Los Angeles, immigration lawyers told CBS News they are receiving an increased number of calls about medical needs not being met at immigration detention centers. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
Lawyers' bleak description of L.A. ICE centers
Immigration lawyers are describing ICE detention centers in Los Angeles as "inhumane" and a "ticking time bomb" with limited access to food and water and extreme temperatures. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
L.A. immigration detention facilities a "ticking time bomb," immigration lawyer says
Immigration lawyers tell CBS News they've been receiving more and more calls about medical needs that aren't being addressed at the Metropolitan Detention Center in L.A.
After 36 years in L.A., grandmother self-deports to Mexico, leaves family behind
"She didn't like the uncertainty of somebody coming into her house, or her job, or being pulled over," Julie Ear said of her mother.
Dodgers respond to ICE raids in L.A.
Amid the Trump administration's Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids taking place in Southern California, the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday weighed in on the issue, claiming they blocked federal agents from their stadium. The use of federal troops has angered residents and infuriated L.A.'s mayor. Elise Preston has more.
JD Vance speaks on LA protests
Vice President JD Vance visited Los Angeles, the epicenter of the nationwide protests against the Trump administration's immigration actions, on Friday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
National Guard can stay in L.A., court rules
A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump can keep control of the National Guard troops he deployed to Los Angeles. The service members can continue to operate under the direction of the Trump administration. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the decision.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro on murder charges for downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996.
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Trump says Netanyahu will do "whatever I want him to do" on Iran
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
Judge orders White House staff to comply with presidential records law
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
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2 officers in Jan. 6 riot sue to block DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
Bezos says bottom half of U.S. earners should pay no federal income tax
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
Harvard faculty votes to limit number of A's awarded
Harvard University faculty members voted to cap the number of A's awarded to students in an effort to make the grades more meaningful.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in nihilistic hate
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
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DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
Judge orders White House staff to comply with presidential records law
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
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SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
What sagging bond prices are telling us about the U.S. economy
U.S. government bonds are sagging as investors fret that hotter inflation will keep interest rate cuts on hold.
Summer travelers face "vacation inflation" as airfare, gas prices rise
Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.
Bezos says bottom half of U.S. earners should pay no federal income tax
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
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DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
Judge orders White House staff to comply with presidential records law
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Rubio offers Cubans "new path" in video address
Raúl Castro and five others have been indicted by a U.S. grand jury in Florida, according to court filings made public Wednesday.
Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
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Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
Where things stand with the Ebola outbreak
The State Department on Tuesday strongly urged Americans to avoid travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan because of the Ebola outbreak there. More than 130 people have already died. Mark Strassmann has more.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
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Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Netanyahu rebukes Israeli minister for treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
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Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
From 1993: Letterman on "The Late Show" launch
Ahead of the premiere of "The Late Show" in August 1993, host David Letterman sat down with "CBS This Morning" to discuss his break from his previous late night show, what viewers could expect from his CBS debut and more.
Byron Allen on filling CBS' late night slot
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
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Michelle Monaghan on getting quality sleep
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
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Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Concern ramps up over the use of AI in combat
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay reports.
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.
Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
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2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
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Watch: Blanche announces Raúl Castro indictment
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced murder and conspiracy charges Wednesday against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the downing of two planes in 1996.
Man jailed over Kirk post wins settlement
Larry Bushart, who spent 37 days in jail over his Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will get $835,000 to settle a lawsuit against Tennessee officials. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
More details on Mango founder's son
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
Details emerge on San Diego mosque attack
More details are emerging on the victims and two gunmen from the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Lana Zak reports.
More on California mosque shooters
More details are emerging about the shooters who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, where three people died. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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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?
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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Recapping Tuesday night's primary contests
Republicans with President Trump's endorsement largely prevailed in Tuesday night's primaries. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has the numbers.
Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Harvard limits A's for undergraduates
Faculty at Harvard University voted on Wednesday to limit A's for undergraduates in an effort to curb grade inflation. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Officers attacked on Jan. 6 sue over DOJ fund
Two Washington, D.C., law enforcement officers attacked during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot sued on Wednesday to block the Justice Department's "anti-weaponization" fund. Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Trump takes questions on Cuba, IRS settlement
President Trump spoke with reporters Wednesday about a number of different subjects, including the indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro, the war in Iran and more.