New Jersey, California polling sites safety

The Justice Department said it will monitor New Jersey and California polling sites from now until Election Day. CBS News election law contributor David Becker has more details.

• Oct 27
• 05:10

Newsom on potential 2028 presidential run

California Gov. Gavin Newsom told CBS News that he would "be lying" if he said he wasn't considering making a 2028 presidential run after the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne and Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan join with more.

• Oct 27
• 06:10

Shutdown emboldens base jumpers in Yosemite

Base jumping in national parks is illegal, but with park staffers furloughed by the government shutdown, thrill seekers in parks like Yosemite are getting more daring. Carter Evans reports.

• Oct 26
• 02:20

Exclusive

Newsom says he will consider White House run after 2026 elections

In an exclusive interview, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he will consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterm elections.

• Oct 26

Exclusive

Gavin Newsom on opposing Donald Trump: "He's a wrecking ball"

Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom has emerged as one of President Trump's fiercest antagonists – fighting the president's deployment of the military in his state, and leading a redistricting drive in California to counteract similar Republican efforts in other states, in order to help Democrats win back the House next year. But is he also thinking ahead to 2028? Newsom talks with Robert Costa about his use of satirical social media posts, podcasts, and his future on the national stage.

• Oct 26
• 07:54

DOJ prepares to send election monitors to California, New Jersey

The Justice Department is preparing to send election observers to California and New Jersey next month, following requests from their state Republican parties.

• Oct 24

Newsom calls Trump's consideration of sending troops to San Francisco "laughable"

In a "CBS Sunday Morning" interview to air Oct. 26, the California governor dismisses the president's proposal to send National Guard troops to San Francisco, and says that he would sue to block any such attempt.

• Oct 24

California voters polled on Gavin Newsom

California voters are set to vote on Proposition 50 next month, which would allow congressional redistricting the state that favors Democrats. CBS News polling dove deeper into the Golden State's views on national issues like the 2028 presidential race. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has the data.

• Oct 23
• 02:19

Grijalva still not sworn in 1 month after win

On Sept. 23, Democrat Adelita Grijalva won a special election in Arizona to fill the seat vacated by her late father. As of Thursday, exactly one month later, she has yet to officially become a member of the House of Representatives. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker joins with analysis.

• Oct 23
• 03:47

California voters polled on Prop 50

Democrats in California want to add more of their party's seats to Congress, but they need voters' approval first. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has the data on how voters are feeling about the redistricting effort.

• Oct 22
• 02:56

CA redistricting Prop 50 support motivated by national focus, opposing Trump

A majority of California voters oppose Trump's deportation program — many say it weakens their local economy.

• Oct 22

The fight over California's Prop 50

In town halls, on California streets and in commercials with high-profile politicians, there's a fight for votes for and against what's called "Proposition 50." As Nidia Cavazos reports, the outcome could impact the number of California Democrats and Republicans elected to the House in the 2026 midterm elections.

• Oct 21
• 02:55

The key elections to watch in November

With exactly two weeks until Election Day, some key races could have big impacts nationwide. In New Jersey and Virginia, there are contests for governor. New York City voters will be choosing their next mayor, and in California, voters will be deciding on the state's congressional map. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.

• Oct 21
• 03:29

Farmers looking to robots for field work

Harvests are at risk in California. Part of the reason: immigration raids that have left as many as 70% of field workers too scared to show up. Itay Hod reports how some farmers are looking to technology for help.

• Oct 19
• 02:18

California labor leader's felony charge over immigration protest is reduced

David Huerta was arrested in June outside a business where federal agents were investigating suspected immigration violations.

• Oct 18

California restaurant owner says tariffs, inflation leave him "barely breaking even"

The National Restaurant Association says menu prices for U.S. restaurants would need to increase by 30.3% just to maintain a thin profit margin of 5% under the current economic conditions.

• Oct 16

L.A. County wildfire recovery remains slow

It has been over nine months since some of the worst wildfires in California's history devastated parts of Los Angeles County. But even with all that time passed, it's a slow road to recovery for most families. Garret Gray, who had to evacuate his home during the Palisades fire, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

• Oct 16
• 03:25

What happens when you skip jury duty? CBS News California investigates

It turns out not much happens when you skip jury duty in California. CBS News California investigates how that's impacting people's right to a fair trial.

• Oct 15

Katie Porter addresses tense viral videos

California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter responded to a question on Tuesday about her behavior in recent viral videos. Sabrina Rodriguez, national politics reporter for The Washington Post, and Eleanor Mueller, Congress reporter for Semafor, join with analysis.

• Oct 15
• 05:17

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law banning new Glock sales in California

Glocks are among the most popular handguns sold in California. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill that bans Californians from buying new Glock guns in the state.

• Oct 13

Investigation into California chopper crash

The crushed cockpit of a helicopter is still resting where it crashed Saturday in Huntington Beach, California, south of Los Angeles. Investigators from the NTSB and FAA gathered evidence from the mangled wreckage on Sunday to figure out what went wrong. Andres Gutierrez reports.

• Oct 12
• 01:56

Diane Keaton dies at 79 years old in California

Actress Diane Keaton has died in California at 79 years old. Her family made the announcement but did not specify a cause. Ali Bauman reports on Keaton's self-deprecating grace, humor and offbeat charm.

• Oct 11
• 01:39

Indie theaters evolve in a new era: "Everybody wants movies in their lives"

The owners and operators of independent cinemas are working to adapt as audience habits change.

• Oct 11

The Uplift: A life well lived

David Begnaud remembers the late Judge Frank Caprio, who was known for his compassion in the courtroom. Plus, a California family gains a new surrogate grandmother. Find out how this blended family came to be.

• Sep 6
• 22:14

Rep. Levin on federal reductions in force

Military pay will stop on Oct. 15 unless lawmakers resolve the government shutdown before then. Democratic Rep. Mike Levin of California joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

• Oct 10
• 06:31

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