In reversal, Trump approves California's request for wildfire relief
More than 9,000 firefighters are still actively fighting 12 major and eight minor fires across the state.
Gavin Newsom
California says diners should wear masks "between bites"
Many questioned the guidance, wondering if they should take it to the next level and wash their hands before and after touching their mask between bites.
California's Glass Fire is 50% contained, but fires still rage across state
California is still battling major fires, as firefighter push to contain blazes across the state
California law for transgender inmates
California has passed legislation allowing transgender inmates in the state's correctional facilities to be assigned housing based on their gender identity. State Senator Scott Wiener, the author of Senate Bill 132, joined CBSN to discuss the new law and what it means for transgender inmates in the state.
Kobe Bryant crash scene photo scandal leads to new law
Law makes it a crime for first responders to take unauthorized photos of deceased people at the scene of an accident or crime.
California to ban new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035
The executive order, one of the most ambitious in the nation, will require all new vehicles sold after that date to be zero-emission.
Biden calls Trump a "climate arsonist" amid historic wildfires
The growing number of wildfires has been linked to global warming, but President Trump disputes the science and instead blames poor state management of the fires. Paula Reid reports.
Trump to visit California to be briefed on wildfires
The president will be joined by local and federal fire and emergency officials for a briefing.
Calif. bill allows inmates to pursue firefighting careers after release
About 20% of California's fire crews are inmates.
California declares state of emergency
California is in a state of emergency as it anticipates record shattering heat throughout the Labor Day weekend. Danya Bacchus reports.
43 million Americans are baking under record temperatures
California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency.
California bans flavored tobacco products
The bill was largely developed by Senator Jerry Hill to "address an unprecedented surge in youth nicotine consumption."
Fate of Harris' Senate seat
California politicians are jockeying to be appointed to Kamala Harris' Senate seat if the Biden-Harris ticket wins in November. Whoever Governor Gavin Newsom picks will not have to run for election until 2022. CBS News campaign reporter Musadiq Bidar joins CBSN from San Francisco to discuss.
California governor asks Australia and Canada for help battling blazes
"We simply haven't seen anything like this in many, many years," Governor Gavin Newsom said.
Newsom emphasizes climate change threat at DNC
California Governor Gavin Newsom, appearing from a forest while wildfires ravage the state, used his time at the Democratic National Convention to emphasize the importance of recognizing the threat of climate change. Watch his speech.
Wildfires burn over 300,000 acres across California
California's governor said 367 known fires are burning across the state and an area larger than Washington, D.C., has been scorched in Northern California.
California becomes first state to surpass 600,000 COVID-19 cases
The state leads the nation in COVID-19 cases, followed by Florida and Texas.
Kamala Harris' political roots in California
Senator Kamala Harris has made history as the first woman of color on the presidential ticket for a major political party. She is also the first Californian since Ronald Reagan sought reelection in 1984. LA Times politics reporter Melanie Mason joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green to talk about the senator's Golden State roots.
California tops half a million coronavirus cases
According to the state's latest numbers, more than 9,000 people have died from coronavirus and more than 8,000 people are currently in the hospital or ICU.
Majority of California students will begin classes remotely this fall
Governor Gavin Newsom announced only counties not on the state's watchlist can re-open schools.
Local matters: California
California primary voters will go to the polls on June 5, where they will choose nominees in several races across the state. A crowded field of candidates is vying to advance to the general election in the governor's race, and several seats are important to national Democrats who are trying to regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives. Melanie Mason, politics reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the key races.
California shuts down bars, indoor dining as COVID-19 cases surge
Indoor operations for restaurants, movie theaters and other businesses are to close as the pandemic spikes in the Golden State.
California orders closure of indoor facilities
California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered the closure of all indoor operations at restaurants, bars, gyms, churches, malls and other locations in 30 counties including Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange, as officials say coronavirus cases are climbing higher. Watch his remarks here.
California announces new restrictions on indoor businesses
Restaurants, movie theaters, museums and other businesses in 19 counties will be forced to close indoor operations for at least the next three weeks.
States differ in approach to COVID-19
California and Florida, two states seeing a surge in COVID-19 cases, are taking very different approaches when it comes to fighting the deadly disease. Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to discuss how the different strategies can play out, plus a new warning about the virus' potential impact on asymptomatic patients' lungs.
Trump suggests Chicago next for federal crime crackdown, then NYC
President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
Trump's DOJ releases transcript of Ghislaine Maxwell's interview with Blanche
The Justice Dept. released transcripts of Deputy AG Todd Blanche's two-day interview with convicted sex trafficker and Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
Multiple people dead after tour bus rolls over in New York, police say
The crash involving a tour bus closed all lanes on the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, officials said.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signals path to rate cuts at Jackson Hole
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has been under pressure from President Trump to lower the central bank's benchmark interest rate.
FBI searches John Bolton's house
The FBI confirmed it that it searched former national security adviser John Bolton's house early Friday morning.
Canada to remove retaliatory tariffs on many U.S. goods
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada is dropping 25% tariffs on a long list of U.S. products to ease trade tensions.
Food crisis group declares first-ever famine in Gaza
The IPC, a global body that monitors hunger crises, says 22 months of war in Gaza have left half a million people facing "starvation, destitution and death." Israel calls it "lies."
Texas Senate expected to vote Friday on GOP redistricting plan
Once approved by the Republican majority, the bill will head to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk for his signature.
Lyle Menendez appears for parole board hearing day after brother was denied
A panel denied Erik Menendez, Lyle's brother, parole after a 10-hour hearing on Thursday.