LA County closes beaches for July 4 weekend, citing coronavirus
"The Fourth of July holiday weekend typically means large crowds and gatherings to celebrate, a recipe for increased transmission of COVID-19," the county's public health director said.
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California orders bars in LA, other counties to close due to COVID surge
The order from the state's governor comes as the global death toll from the coronavirus surpassed 500,000 on Sunday night.
Newsom threatens funds from counties that defy face mask order
Newsom threatened to withhold $2.5 billion in the upcoming budget from local governments if they don't comply with state's orders on wearing masks, testing and other measures in place to slow the spread of COVID-19.
California to send every voter mail-in ballot for November
The California governor signed a bill to require county officials to mail a ballot to every registered voter in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
California schools, gyms and bars to reopen June 12
The new guidance covers music, film and television studios.
Newsom issues guidelines for houses of worship to reopen
Newsom's new guidelines say places of worship could reopen, if local county public health officials approve, but attendance must be limited to 25% of building capacity or a maximum of 100 people, whichever is lower.
California to reopen places of worship
New guidance from the California Department of Public Health calls for churches, mosques, synagogues and other religious groups to limit attendance to 25% of the building's capacity, or a maximum of 100 people, whichever is lower. CBSN Los Angeles has the details.
Republicans sue California governor over vote-by-mail order
RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel said Democrats are using "this pandemic as a ploy to implement their partisan election agenda ..."
Report: Calif. coronavirus response bests N.Y.'s
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has been praised for his leadership during the coronavirus pandemic, but his actions before it is coming under scrutiny. A report by investigative news site ProPublica compares the response of the East Coast with that of the West Coast, where California Governor Gavin Newsom let counties close earlier, likely avoiding a higher death toll. The article's co-author Joaquin Sapien joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss his reporting.
California bans discrimination against natural hair
A new law makes California the first state to ban discrimination against black students and employees over their natural hairstyles. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law Wednesday, which protects black people with styles like dreadlocks or cornrows. Michelle Miller reports.
California law would let NCAA athletes get paid
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill that will allow NCAA college athletes to hire agents and seek endorsements. The move is already being disputed by the NCAA, which says it will destroy the league. Dennis Dodd, national football writer for CBSSports.com, joins CBSN AM to explain what it means for future athletes.
Santa Ana winds increase fire risk in SoCal
Strong winds and gusts are threatening to spark more wildfires in Southern California as residents look ahead to possible a third week of blazes. CBSN Los Angeles' Greg Mills reports.
Several Los Angeles firefighters hurt while fleeing explosion
More than 230 firefighters were called to battle the blaze.
Warren spin room interview
In a post-debate spin room interview with Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns, Senator Elizabeth Warren said her attack on Mayor Pete Buttigieg is about the "kind of campaign we are running." She repeated her attack on Buttigieg's recent fundraiser at a "wine cave," despite pushback from California Governor Gavin Newsom.
Newsom gives update on coronavirus outbreak
California Governor Gavin Newsom gave an update on the outbreak of coronavirus in the state and on the disease-stricken cruise ship off the coast of Oakland. Watch his remarks here.
California residents told to shelter in place
Residents of the most populous state in the nation have all been ordered to shelter in place as the U.S. coronavirus death toll climbs to around 200 people. California Governor Gavin Newsom gave the order on Thursday, making it the first state to take the extreme step. Jamie Yuccas reports from California to share what their new normal looks like.
Doubt surrounds death row inmate's guilt
One California death row inmate's legal battle has captured worldwide attention, even high-profile people from Pope Francis to Kim Kardashian West. Kevin Cooper has always maintained he did not kill three members of a family and their guest in 1983. Last year, an order from Governor Newsom for more DNA testing and new witness testimony gave Cooper a chance for freedom. Erin Moriarty meets with Cooper face-to-face for a new "48 Hours," airing on CBS Saturday at 10/9c.
California undergoes statewide shutdown
California is in shutdown mode in an effort to slow the spread of coronavirus. Governor Gavin Newsom enacted a stay at home order after official estimates predicted more than half of the state's 22 million residents could contract the rapidly spreading virus. Danya Bacchus reports.
California aiding essential food workers
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that he has signed an executive order allowing two weeks of paid supplemental sick leave to help those working in the food supply chain who have been exposed to coronavirus or have been quarantined. Watch his remarks here.
California governor announces task force
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the creation of a task force to help reopen the state's economy, the fifth-largest in the world, amid the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks.
California governor gives update on COVID-19
California Governor Gavin Newsom said Monday that another 42 people died overnight from coronavirus, putting the state's death toll since the crisis began at over 1,000. Watch his remarks.
Mapping coronavirus with AI
California Governor Gavin Newsom says the technology allows officials to see if Californians are following the state's stay-at-home order. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
California facing big budget shortfall
Reflecting the financial hit the state is already seeing from the coronavirus pandemic, California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday proposed cutting $6.1 billion from a variety of programs in a budget he says prioritizes public education, public health and public safety. Watch his remarks.
Billions in cuts proposed as California revenue plunges
The Golden State's financial downturn is cushioned by a $16 billion rainy day fund set aside during the good times.
Dispute over reopening Tesla's California factory may be ending
Alameda County officials are signaling the two sides have come to an agreement after Elon Musk defied local orders and reopened the plant
Trump suggests Chicago next for federal crime crackdown, then New York City
President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
Transcript of Ghislaine Maxwell's interview with Blanche 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.
Multiple people dead after tour bus rolls over in New York, police say
A tour bus with more than 50 passengers lost control and rolled over on the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, officials said.
Trump says U.S. government taking a 10% stake in tech giant Intel
Speaking with reporters on Friday, President Trump said the deal came out of a meeting last week with Intel CEO Lip Bu Tan.
Three-star general Jeffrey Kruse ousted as Defense Intelligence Agency director
Lt. General Jeffrey Kruse is no longer Defense Intelligence Agency director, a senior defense official confirmed Friday.
FBI searches John Bolton's house
The FBI confirmed it that it searched former national security adviser John Bolton's house early Friday morning.
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.
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.
Texas Senate set to vote on GOP redistricting plan
The mid-decade map redraw adds five Republican-leaning districts and sets up a legal showdown over minority representation.