California man sentenced in cow manure Ponzi scheme
After his arrest, Ray Brewer claimed he saved several soldiers from a fire while serving in the Navy, but later admitted, "these were both lies meant to curry favor with law enforcement."
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Skull found by California hunter in 1991 ID'd as missing 4-year-old
A quail hunter found the skull on the outskirts of Mentone, a small community about 65 miles east of Los Angeles.
Snowmelt creates dangerous waterways in California
California finally saw relief from years of drought, but now, record snowmelt is making some waterways dangerous. Park rangers in Yosemite National Park are warning visitors to stay out of certain rivers and streams while several counties in the state have banned rafting and swimming. Elise Preston reports.
Nature: Elephant seals in California
We leave you this first summer Sunday with elephant seals enjoying a day at the beach in San Simeon, California. Videographer: Russell Nickerson.
Human remains found on California mountain where Julian Sands went missing
The British actor went missing in January while hiking on Mt. Baldy, a popular hiking area northeast of Los Angeles.
California library using robots to help teach children with autism
At the Santa Ana Public Library in Southern California, robots are specially programmed to teach children with autism.
Search for Julian Sands resumes 5 months after he was reported missing
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department on Monday announced they'd picked up rescue efforts for Julian Sands in the vicinity of Mount Baldy in California, 5 months after Sands was reported missing during a hike.
Biden travels to California to campaign
President Biden is traveling to California on Monday where he'll speak about his administration's climate policies and participate in campaign fundraisers. He's doing so as his secretary of state finishes a high-stakes meeting with China's President Xi Jinping. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
How to celebrate Juneteenth 2023 across the U.S. this holiday weekend
Parades, concerts and art festivals are among the broad range of programs and events happening nationwide to honor Juneteenth, or Freedom Day.
DeSantis campaigns in California
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is looking to bolster support on the West Coast for his 2024 White House bid with a private fundraiser in Sacramento, California, on Monday. The visit marks DeSantis' first to the state's capital since he and his administration confirmed Florida's involvement in the controversial transportation of several migrants to the city. CBS News reporter Musadiq Bidar has more.
Restaurant allegedly used fake priest to get workers to confess "sins"
So-called priest asked employees to confess about being late, if they had stolen or had "bad intentions" toward their employer.
Pete Davidson charged with reckless driving for Beverly Hills crash
No one was seriously hurt in the wreck.
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Cleanup underway in South after tornadoes; California home-buying struggles.
Mountain lion P-22 had chronic health conditions, necropsy shows
Necropsy results show that Los Angeles' famed "Hollywood cat" P-22 had severe health issues that "would have lowered his quality of life" had he not been euthanized.
2023 list of "most fun states" revealed
California ranks as the most fun state in America, according to WalletHub. They based their findings on criteria such as entertainment and outing costs, accessibility to national parks and nightlife options. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Greene report.
We leave you this Sunday amidst the desert beauty of Joshua Tree National Park in California.
We leave you this Sunday amidst the desert beauty of Joshua Tree National Park in California. Videographer: John Molloy
Nature: California condors
"Sunday Morning" takes you to Pinnacles National Park, soaring with the California Condor. Nearly extinct in the 1980s, last week conservationists announced the birth of the 1,000th chick. Videographer: Lance Milbrand.
California bill affirming gender in child custody cases draws controversy
A California Assembly bill that would ensure a child's gender identity is included in custody cases is generating backlash and questions from those who feel it takes away parental rights.
"Ultra rare" pod of endangered sperm whales spotted in California
"This is something that might happen once a year if you are lucky," the marine tour company that saw the sperm whale trio said.
Fugitive suspect in woman's 1984 Florida killing arrested 2,500 miles away
Donald Santini had been on the run since 1984, when Florida authorities linked him to the strangling death of Cynthia Wood.
Nearby body of water may affect San Andreas Fault, study says
New research is looking into why it's been so long since "the big one" has hit along the southern San Andrea Fault Line and how a nearby body of water may influence earthquakes. Ryley Hill, who led the study, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett with more.
IRS sends bills to taxpayers with the wrong due date for some
Taxpayers in certain California counties were informed they needed to pay up in 21 days, but in fact they have until October.
Man who killed California dad camping with daughters gets 119 years in prison
Anthony Rauda fatally shot Tristan Beaudette in the head while the 35-year-old father camped in a tent with his young daughters.
"El Chapo's" wife moved from federal prison in anticipation of release
Emma Coronel Aispuro is scheduled to be released in mid-September, according to the Bureau of Prisons.
Florida confirms it transported migrants to California
Florida officials have confirmed they orchestrated two of the flights transporting migrants from El Paso to Sacramento. Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration released this video and says the migrants signed paperwork agreeing to head to the Golden State. New York Times national correspondent Shawn Hubler has more.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia taken into ICE custody, facing deportation to Uganda
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was taken into custody Monday by immigration authorities and the Department of Homeland Security said he is being processed for deportation to Uganda.
Trump signs executive orders to end cashless bail in D.C. and ban flag burning
The moves are a part of President Trump's ongoing federal anti-crime crackdown.
4 journalists reportedly among dead in Israeli strike on Gaza hospital
Health officials in Gaza say an Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital has killed at least 15 people, including 4 journalists.
Fighter jets scrambled to intercept Russian spy plane off Alaska
The U.S. military on Sunday intercepted a Russian spy plane flying in international airspace off Alaska, marking the third such instance in less than a week.
First human screwworm case linked to travel confirmed in U.S., HHS says
"The risk to public health in the United States from this introduction is very low," said HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon.
U.S. contractor charged with trying to spy for China at base in Germany
An American man who worked at a U.S. military facility in Germany has been indicted for allegedly offering to supply sensitive information to China.
Evidence in lawsuit raises new questions about 9/11 terror attacks
Important questions are being raised about 9/11 as evidence surfaces in a lawsuit against the Saudi government filed by families of the people killed in the 2001 terrorist attacks.
SpaceX reschedules Super Heavy-Starship test flight after ground systems issues
Taking no chances, SpaceX called off an attempt to launch its huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket after running into problems with ground equipment.
Starbucks' PSL returns tomorrow. See what else is on the fall menu.
Starbucks' tried and true pumpkin spice latte and other autumn inspired treats will be available starting Tuesday, Aug. 26.