STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. In this series, we talk to local people who are making a difference using the STEAM approach! STEAM stories air every Sunday during the CBS2 News!
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STEAM is Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. In this series, we talk to local people who are making a difference using the STEAM approach! STEAM stories air every Sunday during the CBS2 News!
Through the years, technology has improved mobility in so many important ways. Hear what Toyota is doing to show they are a "mobility for all" company.
Olga Ospina profiles Lisa Schulte, the woman behind the Nights of Neon in Panorama City. She uses a unique blend of chemistry, math and art to bend light and fashion incredible neon creations.
Meet John Appleman, coach of the Mission Viejo Nadadores, who uses a blend of science and math — specifically physics — to lead his team of divers who are working to earn a spot on the US Olympics diving team. Olga Ospina reports.
Talia Dotson, TreePeople, uses mostly science in her career growing urban green spaces, leading community planting efforts and educating on the healing power of plants
In this episode of STEAM, see how the biologist who discovered a notorious mountain lion, is using science and technology to track and protect Los Angeles' bat population.
In this week's STEAM profile, Olga Ospina highlights Adaeze Cadet, an architect.
Meet Doug Crawford, one of SoCal's few letterpress printers, who continues to master and utilize a decades old family practice to provide highly-sought after work. Alex Biston reports.
Strategy is the name of the game in this gingerbread house competition.
Dr. Phil Van Haaster, engineering college dean, says the students are using math and engineering to build their structures made of graham crackers
Rafael Tolentino is a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Historic LA Hospital, who uses a unique blend of science and art to help his patients heal. Alex Biston reports.
In this week's STEAM profile, KCAL News Meteorologist Evelyn Taft introduces us to physical therapist Gabrielle Shrier.
Adaeze Cadet, AIA, is design principal of the L.A. office of H.O.K., a global architectural and engineering firm. She shares her childhood passion for building with K'nex toys, and how visiting museums and open houses early on help set the stage for her success.
A previously unknown work by Vincent van Gogh -- a study for one of his best-known drawings, "Worn Out" -- has been unveiled by the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.
If you've ever made eye contact with a robot, you know it can unsettling experience. Now, thanks to researchers in Italy, we also know it's more than just a queasy feeling that scientists call the "uncanny valley."
Vital repair work to fix cracks and holes at one of the most famous landmarks in the United Kingdom is underway in one of the biggest conservation jobs at the site in decades.
The Met Gala -- the annual spectacle where celebrities often wear daring and wild designs -- finally returned this month to captivate the world after two postponements due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Banksy's artwork "Love is in the Bin," which famously shredded itself at Sotheby's in London three years ago, has returned to the auction room to be sold.
After the Caldor Fire threatened to destroy South Lake Tahoe, residents are taking fire prevention to the next level.
When it comes to putting greener cars on the road, it turns out there's more to it than just going electric.
SKYCAL was overhead as the man erratically drove through downtown Los Angeles while hundreds of demonstrators were protesting ICE operations on Sunday.
LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman noted that combing through social media posts and other available videos will also assist in identifying those who committed crimes during any of the protests, or protest-related events.
CBS Los Angeles is announcing its new augmented/virtual reality immersive studio on June 11, the first of its kind in Southern California.
The Department of Homeland Security accused the suspect of punching a border patrol officer.
Huntington Beach voters approved Measure A, eliminating the city's controversial library review board.
SKYCAL was overhead as the man erratically drove through downtown Los Angeles while hundreds of demonstrators were protesting ICE operations on Sunday.
LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman noted that combing through social media posts and other available videos will also assist in identifying those who committed crimes during any of the protests, or protest-related events.
The Department of Homeland Security accused the suspect of punching a border patrol officer.
Mayor Karen Bass was joined by other regional mayors calling for an end to the ICE raids across Southern California.
Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen, who was injured in a gun battle with police during the May 31 incident, appeared at the Pomona Courthouse in a wheelchair.
Huntington Beach voters approved Measure A, eliminating the city's controversial library review board.
A former Orange County Assistant District Attorney was awarded $3 million by a San Diego jury this week after they found that she was forced to retire as a result of harassment from District Attorney Todd Spitzer and his assistant Shawn Nelson.
Thousands of Orange County residents were impacted by an overnight power outage on Thursday, which officials believe was caused when a mylar balloon came in contact with a power line.
Huntington Beach voters will decide the fate of a controversial library review board in next week's special election.
Around 11:10 p.m., police responded to the 1500 block of Lukup Lane to a call of shots fired and found the wounded Huntington Beach woman on the sidewalk.
The Ranch Fire started near Bowen Ranch Road in Apple Valley at roughly 1:45 p.m.
The fire happened on Aug. 11 2024 at a strip mall in the 1500 block of Rimpau Avenue, firefighters said.
CHP officers say a transit van collided with the back of a stalled car on southbound lanes of I-215 early Thursday morning.
The San Bernardino City Council could ban all types of fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
A longtime federal program that provides job training, housing and second chances to hundreds of at-risk youth nationwide is shutting its doors.
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
KCAL News Investigates gets answers after senior reporter Ross Palombo uncovers serious concerns regarding brush clearance in the wake of the Palisades Fire.
Councilwoman Traci Park vowed to get more resources for LAFD's brush clearance unit. Ross Palombo reports.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
L.A. Police Chief Jim McDonnell talked to "CBS Mornings" about the military presence in Los Angeles during the ICE protests.
Protests have continued in the Los Angeles area since Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducted mass arrests in the area Friday.
Almost 5,000 National Guard troops and Marines have been assigned to Los Angeles — drawing stiff rebukes from state officials.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn said, "Trump thinks anything done in his name is OK. Jan. 6 was done in his name, so our officers don't matter."
Almost 5,000 National Guard troops and Marines have been assigned to Los Angeles — drawing stiff rebukes from state officials.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn said, "Trump thinks anything done in his name is OK. Jan. 6 was done in his name, so our officers don't matter."
President Trump's "border czar" says California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other local officials "haven't crossed a line yet."
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Some 700 Marines have arrived to join National Guard troops in Los Angeles. California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked a court to block the deployment.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Dr. Timothy Johnson says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Trump administration risks destroying America's medical research infrastructure and prompting a "brain drain" of scientists to other countries.
Some of the free supplies being provided include at-home COVID-19 test kits, condoms, fentanyl test strips and naloxone.
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Andy Pages led off the 10th inning with an RBI double before scoring on Tommy Edman's single, and the Los Angeles Dodgers hung on to open their season series against the San Diego Padres with an 8-7 victory.
Yusei Kikuchi took a one-hit shutout into the eighth inning and Jo Adell homered and drove in three runs to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the Athletics 7-4.
Denis Bouanga had a goal and two assists, Eddie Segura scored his first goal since 2020 and Los Angeles FC extended its unbeaten streak to nine games with a 2-1 win over Sporting Kansas City.
The Los Angeles Angels have acquired veteran first baseman and outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. and cash from the San Francisco Giants.
George Kirby struck out a career-high 14 during seven innings of two-hit ball, and the Seattle Mariners snapped their five-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
"Maybe Happy Ending" won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical.
Jonathan Joss was known for lending his voice to the role of John Redcorn in the animated sitcom "King of the Hill."
Loretta Swit played Maj. Margaret Houlihan on the TV series "M*A*S*H."
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys' visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired "Good Vibrations," "California Girls" and other summertime anthems and made him one of the world's most influential recording artists, has died, his family said in a statement posted to his website and social media accounts. He was 82.
The Department of Homeland Security accused the suspect of punching a border patrol officer. Rachel Kim reports.
A new bill, AB 749, would create a statewide commission to oversee youth sports in California but at a cost.
After days of violent and destructive protests in Los Angeles, fueled by an increase in immigration enforcement operations, Mayor Karen Bass and other regional mayors called for an end to Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. KCAL News reports.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
