California's new tool aims to help track down missing Black youth
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law that can help track down young people of color who have disappeared.
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California bans junk fees, or costs added to "seemingly everything"
Companies will be barred from adding junk fees or relying on drip pricing, which is advertising only portion of a product's entire cost.
Young surfer gives back to community
AJ Iredell began surfing when he was just 3 years old. He's still only 12, but he's using his skills to help those who are less fortunate. Carter Evans has the story.
California governor vetoes "magic mushroom" and caste discrimination bills
Newsom said in a statement on Saturday that more needs to be done before California decriminalizes the hallucinogens, and that the state has strong discrimination protections already in place.
Kaiser Permanente strike enters third day
The strike involving Kaiser Permanente employees across the U.S. entered its third day on Friday. The union representing the health care workers authorized the three-day walkout that began Wednesday morning in several states and Washington, D.C. CBS News Los Angeles reporter Rick Montanez is at a picket line with more.
Kaiser nurse explains why she's on strike
More than 75,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers across California, Colorado, Oregon and Washington are on strike for better pay and increased staffing. Eldina Hodzic, a licensed practical nurse at Kaiser Mt. Talbert Urgent Care in the Portland metro area, joins CBS News to discuss the conditions she says she's dealing with.
Dianne Feinstein honored at memorial service
San Francisco City Hall hosted a memorial service Thursday for California Sen. Dianne Feinstein. The afternoon included remarks from other trailblazing women in politics -- including Vice President Kamala Harris and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more.
Health care worker on why she's striking
Kaiser Permanente health care workers say executives are "refusing to listen" to their bargaining points as Day 2 of their strike ensues. Christina Andersen, a Kaiser phlebotomist, lays out the priorities for the 75,000 people on strike.
Increased security for Feinstein's funeral
Mourners are gathering in San Francisco to remember the late trailblazing lawmaker Dianne Feinstein. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more on the security measures in place ahead of the funeral service.
Laphonza Butler to fill Feinstein's seat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has selected EMILY's List president Laphonza Butler to fill the seat of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Butler has been the president of the organization dedicated to electing women since 2021. Political advisers Joel Payne and Maura Gillespie join "America Decides" to unpack Newsom's pick.
Meet the first master sommelier in pro sports
Evan Goldstein is a first in the world of professional sports: He's the master sommelier for the San Francisco Giants, responsible for the players, stadium employees and fans. He oversees all wine served at Oracle Park, and sources local wines from the area. Dana Jacobson reports on his unique career.
Why a baseball team brought a master sommelier on board
The San Francisco Giants play smack in the middle of California's wine country - so having a master sommelier coordinate wines sold at the stadium only made sense.
Feinstein's legacy on HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ issues
Lawmakers across the political spectrum are remembering Sen. Dianne Feinstein as a trailblazer in the nation's Capitol. But her career began in San Francisco local politics, where she served on the city's Board of Supervisors -- and later as mayor. California State Sen. Scott Wiener joins CBS News to discuss Feinstein's mayoral legacy.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar remembers Dianne Feinstein
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who shattered glass ceilings during her more than three decades in the U.S. Senate, has died at the age of 90. She was the longest-serving woman in the Senate, as well as the longest-serving senator from California. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota, joined CBS News with her memories of Feinstein.
Sen. Feinstein's fight for stricter gun laws
In the Senate since 1992, Sen. Dianne Feinstein fought for what she called "sensible gun laws," writing and helping pass the federal assault weapons ban in 1994. Sen. Chris Murphy, of Connecticut, worked with Feinstein for more gun control legislation after the Sandy Hook massacre. He joined CBS News to discuss Feinstein's legacy.
Who could fill Dianne Feinstein's Senate seat?
Under California law, Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, can appoint a replacement for Sen. Dianne Feinstein until the 2024 election, and several prominent Democrats have already announced their intentions to run to replace Feinstein. Gary Dietrich, political analyst for CBS News Sacramento, joined CBS News to discuss who may take the seat.
Dianne Feinstein, California senator who broke glass ceilings, dies at 90
Dianne Feinstein was the longest-serving woman in the U.S. Senate as well as the longest-serving senator from California.
Dianne Feinstein's impact on Congress
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who shattered glass ceilings during her more than three decades in the U.S. Senate, has died at 90. Feinstein cast her last vote in the Senate late Thursday morning, according to Senate records. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane, CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke about Feinstein's legacy in the Senate and what her death could mean politically for Democrats.
Feinstein's impact on San Francisco
Dianne Feinstein, who died Thursday at 90, became mayor of San Francisco during "very dark times" after the assassination of Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk. California State Assembly Member Phil Ting, who represents San Francisco, said Feinstein brought the city back "from the brink" and praised her for multiple achievements, including starting the initiative to make San Francisco and Shanghai sister cities.
Feinstein through the years in the Senate
Sen. Dianne Feinstein has died at the age of 90. Here are some highlights from her career in the Senate.
Remembering Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who represented California in the U.S. Senate for over three decades, has died at the age of 90. She is being remembered for her work to pass the federal assault weapons ban in 1994, improve her state's water infrastructure and more. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry and CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa have more on her political impact and legacy.
How much was Dianne Feinstein worth when she died?
Born into affluence, late California Senator Dianne Feinstein was long one of the wealthiest U.S. lawmakers.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein dies at 90
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who shattered glass ceilings while representing California in the U.S. Senate for more than three decades, has died, two sources confirmed to CBS News. She was 90. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Why Newsom is attending the second GOP debate
California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom will attend the second Republican presidential primary debate Wednesday night in Simi Valley, California, on behalf of his party. Newsom joins "America Decides" to discuss President Biden's reelection campaign and what he is looking out for at the debate. Plus, CBS News Sacramento political analyst Gary Dietrich unpacks the governor's comments.
Trump criticizes Biden, Democrats, automakers over electric vehicles
Former President Trump addressed many of his remarks to UAW workers who were not in the room where he was speaking.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be deported to Uganda, official says
The Trump administration may try to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda days after he was released from pre-trial detention, according to a DHS official.
Why utility bills are rapidly rising in some states
Residential electricity rates are expected to increase by as much as 18% in the next few years, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Abbott says he will approve contentious GOP redistricting bill
The Texas Senate approved the measure after a heated debate, marking a major step in a mid-decade redistricting effort backed by President Trump.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least 33; famine announcement raises pressure
Hospital officials say Palestinians sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food aid were among at least 33 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza.
Some international postal services suspend shipment of packages to U.S.
Multiple postal services, including in India and around Europe, say they are suspending the shipment of many packages to the United States amid a lack of clarity over new import duties.
Maps show Tropical Storm Fernand's path and forecast in Atlantic
Fernand is the sixth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
North Korea test fires 2 new antiair missiles
The test coincided with new South Korean President Lee Jae Myung 's trip to Tokyo for a summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
Ghislaine Maxwell's interview on Epstein case released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. released transcripts of Deputy AG Todd Blanche's two-day interview with convicted sex trafficker and Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
U.S. scientists work to preserve vulnerable species at a Smithsonian lab
Experts at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute care for endangered species on 32,000 sprawling acres in Northern Virginia.