California first state to approach COVID-19 as endemic, not pandemic
A disease reaches the endemic stage when it still exists in a community but becomes manageable as immunity builds. Gov. Gavin Newsom said, "we will work to live with this virus."
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California to roll back mask mandate after current rules expire next week
Everyone — vaccinated or not — will have to continue wearing masks in higher-risk areas like public transit and nursing homes.
Parole for RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan denied
California Governor Gavin Newsom denied parole for Robert F. Kennedy assassin Sirhan Sirhan, saying he poses an unreasonable public safety threat.
California gov. rejects releasing RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan from prison
The decision comes more than a half-century after the 1968 slaying left a deep wound during one of America's darkest times.
California governor activates National Guard to boost COVID testing capacity
More than 200 guard members are being deployed to 50 sites to help with clinical staffing and crowd control, the governor said.
California governor seeks over $300 million to combat smash-and-grabs
Retailers in California and in cities elsewhere around the U.S. have recently been victimized by large-scale thefts.
3 companies charged with negligence in Southern California oil spill
The charge could cost each accused company millions of dollars.
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More Americans head into lockdown amid pandemic
California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered all counties in the state to close indoor operations at restaurants, bars and museums as coronavirus cases continue to surge. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles and San Diego school districts announced it will resume classes this fall, but only online. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
States reimposing virus restrictions
California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered 70% of the state to close bars and ban indoor dining for the next three weeks after a huge spike in coronavirus cases. Dr. Fauci warns the country is “not in total control” of the pandemic. Carter Evans reports.
California reopens amid pandemic
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued new guidelines to partially reopen the world's fifth largest economy, but tensions continue to rise as L.A. County will continue enforcing a stay-at-home order until July. Jamie Yuccas has the latest.
Governor Newsom on virus crisis in California
California Governor Gavin Newsom said it was "unrealistic" to think life as we knew it before the coronavirus pandemic would be back to normal anytime soon. He said he empathized with the frustration of state residents who are protesting his stay-at-home order, but urged them to think of their loved ones and others amid their fatigue with the precautions. He speaks to Tony Dokoupil in an exclusive interview on how the pandemic is playing out in his state.
California bans secret condom removal during sex
The two new laws enhance punishment for those who rape their spouses and make it a sexual battery offense of someone to remove a condom during sex without consent.
Californians split over student vaccine mandates
Californians are torn over Governor Newsom’s recent order requiring all students to get vaccinated once the FDA approves the shots. While some view the mandate as necessary, others remain skeptical of the vaccines' effects on children. Lilia Luciano has more.
Bill signed to return seized property to Black couple's descendants
The Bruces bought the Manhattan Beach property, now known as Bruce's Beach, in 1912 and turned it into a popular resort for Black residents.
New law protects warehouse workers at companies like Amazon, backers say
Measure bars companies from penalizing or firing workers for failing to meet quotas because they took restroom or meal breaks.
Governor declares California a "reproductive freedom state"
Newsom has signed two new bills expanding access to reproductive health care and to protect the privacy of abortion patients and providers.
Special interests influence doctor discipline board, critics say
The powerful California Medical Association represents nearly 50,000 doctors in the state and two of its previous presidents hold seats on the state board responsible for disciplining doctors.
California reports lowest COVID-19 case rate in the country
As of Saturday evening, 24.99 new confirmed cases were reported for every 100,000 people in California, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
Gavin Newsom weighs in on Trumpism and the stakes of the recall
Newsom said the recall campaign was an unnecessary distraction and reforming the process should garner bipartisan support in the state legislature.
Analyzing Gavin Newsom's win over recall effort
California governor Gavin Newsom will remain in office after surviving Tuesday's recall election. He thanked voters for "rejecting cynicism" and saying "yes" to major issues like immigration rights, women's rights, science and more. Tal Kopan, the San Francisco Chronicle's Washington correspondent, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with her analysis.
Newsom to national Democrats: "Don't be timid" on COVID-19 response
Newsom acknowledged that the recall effort was launched "in no small degree because of our approach to this pandemic."
California Governor Newsom survives recall
California Governor Gavin Newsom is predicted to defeat the recall effort, telling voters shortly after polls closed they not only voted "no" to removing him, but "yes to science" and vaccines. His biggest GOP challenger Larry Elder conceded the election, but told his supporters to "stay tuned." CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN AM with the latest.
California Governor Newsom prevails in recall
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared victory in the state's recall election. While ballots are still being counted, it appears the majority of voters said "no" to ousting the state's Democratic leader. CBS News' Anthony Pura joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Newsom signs California redistricting plan
The new map would shift five of California's Republican House seats to be more favorable to Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Missouri appears likely to redraw congressional map during Trump's redistricting push
Texas and California have already begun congressional redistricting efforts for political advantage.
New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
Alina Habba serving unlawfully as N.J.'s top federal prosecutor, judge rules
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Trump hands out burgers and pizza to federal law enforcement amid D.C. police surge
President Trump visited a crowd of federal law enforcement officers on Thursday.
Hurricane Erin starts moving away from North Carolina coastline
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Erik Menendez appears virtually for parole board hearing after nearly 30 years in prison
After more than 30 years in prison, Erik Menendez appeared before a parole board on Thursday in a continued bid for freedom after being convicted for the 1989 murder of his parents.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.
Woman charged with murder after using abortion pill details claims against D.A.
Lizelle Gonzalez was indicted on murder charges in 2022, after she used medication to induce an abortion. The charges were later dropped.