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Babysitter is a suspect after 3 young children go missing in Inglewood, authorities say
The children were found safe on Sunday afternoon.
Alleged gang member fatally stabs teen girl in Orange County, police say
Matthew Juarez, 31, was arrested after he allegedly killed a 15-year-old girl in Costa Mesa on Saturday.
Hate crime suspect arrested after UCLA campus police find stolen posters, stun gun
Campus police said that the suspect was found in possession of stolen posters featuring prominent figures in African American history, a stun gun, campus keys and other prohibited items.
Firefighter suffers major injuries after truck rolls nearly 200 feet down hillside near Canyon Fire
A Kern County Fire Department firefighter suffered major injuries when their truck rolled nearly 200 feet down a steep hillside near the Canyon Fire on Friday night.
Fire at South LA battery storage facility causes explosion
No injuries have been reported after a fire at a battery storage facility in the Harbor Gateway area of Los Angeles caused an explosion on Sunday.
Pair of burglary suspects arrested after swapping cars mid-pursuit near South LA
At some point during the chase, police say that the two men swapped vehicles and continued to flee before they were eventually arrested.
New initiative aims to connect Palisades Fire victims to resources
The community-organized group says it will help residents wanting to rebuild.
San Fernando Valley water outage for over 9,000 customers continues as LADWP crews repair infrastructure
As of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, LADWP reported that they distributed 11,200 cases of water to residents and businesses in the area, totaling 270,000 bottles of water.
Detroit Tigers top Los Angeles Angels 9-5 in series finale
Kerry Carpenter homered and drove in three runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 9-5.
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California's top prosecutors honor “American Nightmare” survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn
They were mocked, doubted and even called liars. But now, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn, the couple once accused of staging a kidnapping hoax, are being honored by California’s top prosecutors. Here's how their relentless pursuit of justice helped solve cold case crimes and the exclusive confessions they helped uncover.
Fact-checking Trump and Newsom's claims about California gas prices
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
Who investigates fireworks explosions like the one in Esparto, California?
After what happened in Esparto and the large response that followed, CBS News California looked back at another large fireworks-related explosion in California to get an idea of how the investigation in Yolo County may develop.
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Immigration arrests by the numbers | KCAL Investigates
Is Los Angeles really the most intense immigration enforcement spot in the country? Senior reporter Ross Palombo dives into the numbers from federal government's own data.
Rancho Palos Verdes residents plead for help after FEMA cancels federal funding
Residents in the Rancho Palos Verdes have been living in fear that one day their homes might slide down the edge of the slope. Just when they thought they were going to be receiving funds to help, it got ripped away. Jeff Nguyen reports
LASD training facility safety records
Senior Investigative Reporter Ross Palombo checks into the safety record of the LA County Sheriff's training facility following a deadly explosion that killed three deputies.
Troubling on-campus incident sparks concerns over LAUSD's move to defund police department | KCAL Investigates
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.
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Inglewood residents shaken as bomb squad continues investigation inside apartment complex
Laurie Perez reports from Inglewood, where residents are living on edge as a bomb squad continues investigation what may have been an explosion in the middle of the day on Sunday.
Police investigating alleged antisemitic vandalism in Woodland Hills
Police are investigating reports of allegedly antisemitic vandalism spray-painted on several buildings in Woodland Hills, near the Israeli American National Headquarters.
Hate crime suspect arrested after UCLA campus police find stolen posters, stun gun
Campus police said that the suspect was found in possession of stolen posters featuring prominent figures in African American history, a stun gun, campus keys and other prohibited items.
Candlelight vigil held for "American Idol" exec Robin Kaye and her husband in Encino
One month after they were found fatally shot inside of their Encino home, neighbors and loved ones gathered to hold a candlelight vigil for "American Idol" executive Robin Kaye and her husband Thomas Deluca on Sunday.
Family members demand answers after downtown Los Angeles party shooting left 2 dead, several wounded
Family members of the victims of Monday morning's party shooting in downtown Los Angeles gathered to demand answers and call for justice on Sunday.
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Muscovski scores in each half, teen Snyder Brunell scores in debut as Sounders rout Galaxy 4-0
Danny Muscovski scored a goal in each half and 18-year-old Snyder Brunell scored in his league debut as the Seattle Sounders cruised to a 4-0 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Blue Jays hit three homers in final two innings to beat Dodgers 5-4 and avoid sweep
Shohei Ohtani led off the game with his 41st homer, but Ernie Clement hit the tiebreaking homer leading off the ninth inning, and the AL-leading Toronto Blue Jays hung on to avoid a series sweep with a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Chargers' defense steps up in 27-13 preseason win against Saints
The Los Angeles Chargers have secured a 27-13 win over the New Orleans Saints in a preseason game.
Detroit Tigers top Los Angeles Angels 9-5 in series finale
Kerry Carpenter homered and drove in three runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 9-5.
Ohtani hits 40th homer and Snell overpowers Blue Jays as Dodgers romp to 9-1 rout
Shohei Ohtani hit his 40th home run, Blake Snell struck out 10 batters in five shutout innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Toronto Blue Jays 9-1.
Denis Bouanga's late PK goal rallies LAFC to 2-2 draw with Fire
Denis Bouanga scored on a penalty kick in the 81st minute to rally Los Angeles FC to a 2-2 draw with the Chicago Fire at SeatGeek Stadium.
Stetson Bennett throws 2 TD passes, looks sharp in Rams' 31-21 preseason victory over Cowboys
Stetson Bennett passed for 188 yards and two touchdowns in a strong start to the preseason, leading the Los Angeles Rams to a 31-21 victory over the Cowboys on Saturday night in new Dallas head coach Brian Schottenheimer's debut.
Los Angeles Angels triumph over Detroit Tigers 7-4
Taylor Ward homered and fell a triple short of the cycle, driving in three runs to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 7-4 on Saturday night.
Jen Pawol makes MLB history as first female umpire, donates cap to Hall of Fame
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues.
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Babysitter is a suspect after 3 young children go missing in Inglewood, authorities say
The children were found safe on Sunday afternoon.
Alleged gang member fatally stabs teen girl in Orange County, police say
Matthew Juarez, 31, was arrested after he allegedly killed a 15-year-old girl in Costa Mesa on Saturday.
Hate crime suspect arrested after UCLA campus police find stolen posters, stun gun
Campus police said that the suspect was found in possession of stolen posters featuring prominent figures in African American history, a stun gun, campus keys and other prohibited items.
Firefighter suffers major injuries after truck rolls nearly 200 feet down hillside near Canyon Fire
A Kern County Fire Department firefighter suffered major injuries when their truck rolled nearly 200 feet down a steep hillside near the Canyon Fire on Friday night.
Fire at South LA battery storage facility causes explosion
No injuries have been reported after a fire at a battery storage facility in the Harbor Gateway area of Los Angeles caused an explosion on Sunday.
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Hate crime suspect arrested after UCLA campus police find stolen posters, stun gun
Campus police said that the suspect was found in possession of stolen posters featuring prominent figures in African American history, a stun gun, campus keys and other prohibited items.
Fire at South LA battery storage facility causes explosion
No injuries have been reported after a fire at a battery storage facility in the Harbor Gateway area of Los Angeles caused an explosion on Sunday.
Pair of burglary suspects arrested after swapping cars mid-pursuit near South LA
At some point during the chase, police say that the two men swapped vehicles and continued to flee before they were eventually arrested.
2 California Highway Patrol officers hospitalized after rollover crash in Palmdale
It happened at around 6:45 p.m. on southbound lanes of the 14 Freeway near Barrel Springs Road, according to CHP officials.
At least four dogs killed in destructive Temple City house fire
At least four dogs were killed and a Temple City home destroyed when a large fire broke out on Saturday afternoon.
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Orange County employee fatally shot by off-duty sheriff's deputy, investigators say
An Orange County employee was fatally shot by an off-duty deputy at a Tustin apartment complex on Friday morning, authorities said.
Man arrested after firing shotgun multiple times inside Huntington Beach condo complex
Police said that several surrounding units at the complex were struck by gunfire, but no one was injured.
Nearly 20 cars destroyed in massive Santa Ana carport fire
Firefighters say that 19 cars were completely destroyed and four others sustained damage in the massive fire early Wednesday morning.
Two dead in Santa Ana five-car crash after wrong-way driver slams into oncoming traffic
Police said the wrong-way driver was speeding when he crashed, triggering a multi-car crash that left two people dead five others hospitalized.
Orange County's John Wayne Airport launches new family friendly TSA line
Orange County's John Wayne Airport is now one of four across the country to take part in the "Families on the Fly" campaign, a streamlined option for traveling families who typically travel with tons of items like strollers, backpacks and more for their children.
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Murrieta man arrested for DUI after running red light, causing deadly crash
The 39-year-old man was arrested on Thursday after she ran through a red light on Cal Oaks Road and slammed into a car driving through the intersection, police said.
School bus catches fire after crash in San Bernardino County
The crash happened on Friday morning at around 7:30 a.m., according to the San Bernardino County firefighters.
Deputies help wrangle bull that wandered onto Jurupa Valley High School campus
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies helped wrangle a wayward bull that wandered onto the Jurupa Valley High School campus on Friday.
Man arrested for shooting, trying to rob another driver during Riverside County traffic dispute
Deputies said that the suspect and victim were involved in a crash, which quickly turned into an argument between the two drivers.
Redlands police serve search warrant at home connected to 2023 disappearance
The Redlands Police Department said they found evidence connected to the 2023 disappearance of Emilio Ghanem.
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Rancho Palos Verdes residents plead for help after FEMA cancels federal funding
Residents in the Rancho Palos Verdes have been living in fear that one day their homes might slide down the edge of the slope. Just when they thought they were going to be receiving funds to help, it got ripped away. Jeff Nguyen reports
Breaking down the latest immigration arrest information from ICE
Ross Palombo breaks down the latest numbers from ICE.
KCAL Investigation uncovers accused arsonist's criminal past
KCAL News reporter Ross Palombo reviews the charging documents, which outline the suspect's criminal history.
LASD training facility safety records
Senior Investigative Reporter Ross Palombo checks into the safety record of the LA County Sheriff's training facility following a deadly explosion that killed three deputies.
Immigration arrests by the numbers | KCAL Investigates
Is Los Angeles really the most intense immigration enforcement spot in the country? Senior reporter Ross Palombo dives into the numbers from federal government's own data.
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Bobby Whitlock, Derek and the Dominos founder, dies at 77
Bobby Whitlock, the musician who co-founded Derek and the Dominos with Eric Clapton, has died, according to his manager. He was 77.
U.S. tourist killed while visiting Puerto Rico for Bad Bunny's residency
The shooting happened in the predawn hours on Sunday in the popular seaside shantytown of La Perla near Old San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Ex-Trump surgeon general blasts RFK Jr.'s halt to mRNA vaccine research
Adams, who served as surgeon general during the first Trump administration, said Kennedy's assertions about the efficacy of mRNA vaccines are "simply not true."
Jen Pawol makes MLB history as first female umpire, donates cap to Hall of Fame
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues.
Meteorite that ripped through Georgia home's roof is older than Earth
A mysterious fireball blazed across the sky in broad daylight on June 26, sparking hundreds of siting reports in Georgia and South Carolina.
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Trump says homeless should leave D.C. "IMMEDIATELY," after floating federal takeover
President Trump is hinting at further federal police action in D.C., teasing a press conference on Monday aimed at "ending the Crime, Murder, and Death."
Ex-Trump surgeon general blasts RFK Jr.'s halt to mRNA vaccine research
Adams, who served as surgeon general during the first Trump administration, said Kennedy's assertions about the efficacy of mRNA vaccines are "simply not true."
Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis ends 2026 bid for California governor, launches campaign for treasurer
California Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis has announced that she is ending her campaign to run for governor in 2026.
Trump administration seeks a $1 billion UCLA settlement
The proposed settlement comes weeks after the DOJ accused UCLA of "antisemitism and bias."
Newsom hosts Texas Democrats breaking quorum over redistricting, says California "will nullify" GOP action in Texas
Texas House Democrats who have left the state to block a vote on redistricting were hosted by California leaders on Friday.
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California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
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.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
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.
Proposal seeks to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts in California
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.
Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
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.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
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CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Loma Linda Children's Hospital doctors note spike in Valley Fever cases
Health officials at Loma Linda University Children's Hospital say that they have noticed a spike in pediatric cases of Valley Fever in recent months.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
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.
Health expert calls Trump's medical research cuts "reckless destruction"
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.
LA County Public Health introduces Community Health Stations with free medical supplies
Some of the free supplies being provided include at-home COVID-19 test kits, condoms, fentanyl test strips and naloxone.
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California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
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.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing immigrant health care coverage expansion
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 will sue to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs: "No other state will be more impacted"
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
State seems receptive to State Farm's emergency rate hike request
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.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
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.
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Muscovski scores in each half, teen Snyder Brunell scores in debut as Sounders rout Galaxy 4-0
Danny Muscovski scored a goal in each half and 18-year-old Snyder Brunell scored in his league debut as the Seattle Sounders cruised to a 4-0 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Blue Jays hit three homers in final two innings to beat Dodgers 5-4 and avoid sweep
Shohei Ohtani led off the game with his 41st homer, but Ernie Clement hit the tiebreaking homer leading off the ninth inning, and the AL-leading Toronto Blue Jays hung on to avoid a series sweep with a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Chargers' defense steps up in 27-13 preseason win against Saints
The Los Angeles Chargers have secured a 27-13 win over the New Orleans Saints in a preseason game.
Detroit Tigers top Los Angeles Angels 9-5 in series finale
Kerry Carpenter homered and drove in three runs to help the Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 9-5.
Ohtani hits 40th homer and Snell overpowers Blue Jays as Dodgers romp to 9-1 rout
Shohei Ohtani hit his 40th home run, Blake Snell struck out 10 batters in five shutout innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Toronto Blue Jays 9-1.
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Bobby Whitlock, Derek and the Dominos founder, dies at 77
Bobby Whitlock, the musician who co-founded Derek and the Dominos with Eric Clapton, has died, according to his manager. He was 77.
Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, dies at 48 from cancer
Brandon Blackstock battled cancer for more than three years, his family said.
Loni Anderson, star of "WKRP in Cincinnati," dies at 79
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
Jeannie Seely, country singer and Grand Ole Opry star, dies at 85
Jeannie Seely, the soulful country music singer known for hits like "Don't Touch Me," has died at 85.
Justin Timberlake reveals "relentlessly debilitating" Lyme disease diagnosis
Justin Timberlake, who wrapped up a two-year tour Wednesday, shared he has Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness, on Instagram.
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Inglewood residents shaken as bomb squad continues investigation inside apartment complex
Laurie Perez reports from Inglewood, where residents are living on edge as a bomb squad continues investigation what may have been an explosion in the middle of the day on Sunday.
Police investigating alleged antisemitic vandalism in Woodland Hills
Police are investigating reports of allegedly antisemitic vandalism spray-painted on several buildings in Woodland Hills, near the Israeli American National Headquarters.
Hate crime suspect arrested after UCLA campus police find stolen posters, stun gun
Campus police said that the suspect was found in possession of stolen posters featuring prominent figures in African American history, a stun gun, campus keys and other prohibited items.
Candlelight vigil held for "American Idol" exec Robin Kaye and her husband in Encino
One month after they were found fatally shot inside of their Encino home, neighbors and loved ones gathered to hold a candlelight vigil for "American Idol" executive Robin Kaye and her husband Thomas Deluca on Sunday.
Family members demand answers after downtown Los Angeles party shooting left 2 dead, several wounded
Family members of the victims of Monday morning's party shooting in downtown Los Angeles gathered to demand answers and call for justice on Sunday.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Franklin Fire engulfs Malibu Canyon, causes smoke clouds through region
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.
Mountain Fire explodes in Ventura County amid strong Santa Ana winds
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.
Remembering Chauncy Glover
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
