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!
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.
Hazardous materials investigators are responding to San Pedro where a big rig containing lithium-ion batteries flipped over, trigging a partial closure of the 47 Freeway in the Long Beach area, authorities said.
A man and a woman are in custody in connection with the graffiti vandalism of one of two abandoned mansions in the Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles police said on Thursday.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Batman is the first superhero to get a Hollywood star, with neighboring sidewalk stars belonging to television's Batman, Adam West and the co-creator of Batman, Bob Kane.
A bill signed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom will force pet insurers to provide more transparency about their coverage.
A man and a woman are in custody in connection with the graffiti vandalism of one of two abandoned mansions in the Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles police said on Thursday.
Batman is the first superhero to get a Hollywood star, with neighboring sidewalk stars belonging to television's Batman, Adam West and the co-creator of Batman, Bob Kane.
Flames were burning in San Bernardino County's Line Fire Thursday after it reached 83% containment. It scorched through tens of thousands of acres this month but no new evacuations orders have been issued after they were all lifted.
A suspected serial rapist accused of assaulting women throughout Los Angeles County has been indicted by a grand jury and faces 26 felony charges, the LA County District Attorney's Office announced Thursday.
The orders stem from an earlier federal ruling, resolving a class action lawsuit on behalf of disabled homeless veterans in the Los Angeles area.
Dozens of cats and kittens are moving to their forever homes a month after officers seized the felines from an Irvine home.
The Santa Ana Department of Motor Vehicles building will reopen nearly a week after employees found a possible mold growth.
The shooting happened at around 3:30 p.m. in the 400 block of W. Camile Street, according to the Santa Ana Police Department.
Airport Fire victims filed claims against Orange County after investigators determined the a public works crew unintentionally started the destructive blaze.
A California judge charged with killing his wife has been taken back into custody after the judge overseeing his criminal case contended that he lied about drinking alcohol while out on bail.
Flames were burning in San Bernardino County's Line Fire Thursday after it reached 83% containment. It scorched through tens of thousands of acres this month but no new evacuations orders have been issued after they were all lifted.
The skull was found just before noon on Tuesday in the equestrian area on a trail running along the Santa Ana River, deputies said.
Airport Fire victims filed claims against Orange County after investigators determined the a public works crew unintentionally started the destructive blaze.
The shooting happened in the Von's shopping center at the intersection of Cherry Avenue and Baseline Avenue, police said.
An investigation is underway after a man was found dead just about an hour after he was released from a jail in Riverside County.
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
Senior Reporter Ross Palombo dug through several decades of data with info you'll only see on KCAL News
Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
Stadiums in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa have been picked as emergency locations.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted following a federal investigation.
President Biden said he is "at peace" with his decision to step aside from the presidential race.
The House and Senate approved a stopgap measure to keep the government funded through Dec. 20, sending it to President Biden's desk.
Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen testified before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pension committee on Tuesday.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted following a federal investigation.
Credit card companies are responsible for fraud loss, under federal law. But there's no penalty for big banks when venerable victims wire thousands of dollars to scammers.
President Biden said he is "at peace" with his decision to step aside from the presidential race.
The House and Senate approved a stopgap measure to keep the government funded through Dec. 20, sending it to President Biden's desk.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Public health officials say this case is unrelated to the three other cases in Baldwin Park, which they called "unprecedented" last week.
The latest CDC survey found 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. were obese. A map shows the states with the highest and lowest rates.
So far there have been 20 reported cases of salmonella from patrons of Madre! Oaxacan restaurant in Valencia.
The government has already disbursed more than 900 million free at-home COVID-19 tests, and will be reopening its free test kit portal.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
A sweeping measure to regulate the development of artificial intelligence has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
Stadiums in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa have been picked as emergency locations.
Shohei Ohtani singled in the go-ahead run before stealing his 56th base of the season in the sixth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the second-place San Diego Padres 4-3 to move within a victory of clinching the NL West.
The Chicago White Sox avoided a record-breaking 121st loss for the second straight game, beating the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Andrew Benintendi's 10th-inning single.
An iconic piece of Major League Baseball history will be for sale in coming days when Shohei Ohtani's record-setting 50th homer, which solidified him as the first and only member of the 50-50 club, hits the auction block.
The San Diego Padres clinched a playoff spot Tuesday night when they turned a triple play to preserve a 4-2 victory over the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers.
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
The industry data and analytics company Luminate said the music mogul's music saw an average 18.3% increase in on-demand streams.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
In her new film, the actress plays an aging TV star who finds a sinister potion that can give her a younger, more perfect version of herself, but at a horrifying price. Moore, now 61, talks about having suffered due to the entertainment industry's toxic expectations of beauty.
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, friendship, creativity, and giving back to their loyal fans.
Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet discusses her role in the film, "Lee," which tells the story of a fashion model who became a photographer and acclaimed war correspondent for Vogue during World War II.
As part of National Self-Care Awareness Month, the Go-To Girlfriend is showing us all the best products, tips and tricks for making sure you take care of yourself.
Actress Holly Robinson Peete tells us all about the 24th annual Design Care fundraiser, which brings together a fashion show, concert and more to raise money for charity.
A Fullerton nurse faced an EDD scam with $700 stolen from each of her work paychecks for a stretch of time. It serves as a cautionary tale about a broader trend of such fraud. Kristine Lazar reports for On Your Side.
As LA Metro continues to grappled with violent crimes, most recently when a man allegedly hijacked a bus and killed a passenger, the transit system's former head of security, Andrew Black, gives his take on the issue.
The Bridge Fire in California's Angeles National Forest exploded to more than 34,000 acres Tuesday evening, prompting evacuations and road closures.
The Airport Fire burning in eastern Orange County is one of three brush fires continuing to rage in Southern California as hot temperatures and dry conditions challenge firefighting crews.
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.