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3.2-magnitude earthquake strikes coast near Malibu Beach, USGS reports
A preliminary 3.2-magnitude earthquake was reported off the coast of Malibu Beach, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Disney announces plans for theme park in Abu Dhabi
The seventh Disney theme park is set to be built on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island. The company did not give a timeline for construction.
Cardinals convene for 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor
The Catholic Church's cardinal electors are set to choose a successor to Pope Francis, as the 2025 papal conclave begins.
The Real ID deadline has arrived. Here's what to know.
Starting May 7, Americans are required to use the new form of identification if they want to fly domestically.
2 people dead after head-on crash in Long Beach
Two people are dead after a head-on crash in Long Beach.
Could the 2025 conclave bring a first American pope?
A U.S. bishop offers insight on why many think it's unlikely Catholic cardinals will break with more than two centuries of precedent to pick an American pope.
2 people arrested after leading police on pursuit of allegedly stolen Dodge Charger through Los Angeles
Two people were arrested near LAX after leading police on a pursuit of an allegedly stolen Dodge Charger.
Water main break causes flooding in Westlake area
A water main break in the Westlake area has caused flooding.
$20k reward offered for information on drive-by shooting deaths of Compton woman and her daughter
La'Von Hall, 45, and her 22-year-old daughter Ma'Laysia Martin were shot to death at around 7 p.m. on April 1 near Caldwell Street and Central Avenue, police said.
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FAIR Plan Fix: What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California's insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it's taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
California wants fewer homeowners insured on the FAIR Plan. Data show the state's strategy may not be enough.
As more people in California lose private insurance, the state's FAIR plan is filling up with homes in places the industry itself has classified as low-risk for wildfire.
CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
The public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials. Should that be legal? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix it following a CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive CONTINUING COVERAGE: Investigating California's Insurance Crisis
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Mayor Bass believes LA is safer in wake of KCAL investigation and hydrant repairs
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
Hollywood Hills neighbors raise concerns about homeless encampment fires
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years. Ross Palombo reports.
KCAL Investigation Exposes Broken Hydrants, LADWP Begins Fixes
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Southern California lawmaker calls for state audit after LAUSD lawsuit
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
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World Maternal Health Day | Mental Health Month
Dr. Kat Kaeni, Psychologist and Postpartum Support International board member discusses the postpartum period for mothers, the symptoms and when to get help.
Tips for wildfire prevention firescaping | Wildfire preparedness week
Fire authorities recommend that homeowners create a five- to ten-foot buffer around their homes. Nothing in it should be combustible—concrete, stone, or gravel is recommended.
2 people dead after head-on crash Long Beach
Two have died after a head-on crash in Long Beach.
At least one dead in Long beach two-car crash
A two-car collision closed 7th Street near Terraine Avenue in Long Beach, where at least one person has died.
Water main break causes flooding in Westlake District
A water main break caused flooding over several streets in the Westlake District. It is unclear what caused the break.
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O'Hoppe and Moncada deliver in Angels' big 8th-inning rally for 8-3 victory over Blue Jays
Logan O'Hoppe drove in the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning, Yoán Moncada followed with a three-run homer, and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 for just their second win in 10 games.
Marlins edge Dodgers 5-4 in 10 innings
Jesús Sánchez singled with the bases loaded in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
LA Kings president expects coach Jim Hiller to remain in charge after GM Blake's replacement hired
Los Angeles Kings president Luc Robitaille expects coach Jim Hiller to remain in charge after the club selects its new general manager.
Dodgers place outfielder Teoscar Hernandez on 10-day injured list
The Los Angeles Dodgers placed outfielder Teoscar Hernández on the 10-day injured list because of a Grade 1 abductor strain.
Ohtani, Freeman homer off Alcántara as Dodgers beat Marlins 7-4
Marlins' Sandy Alcántara (2-4) gave up five runs and six hits in five innings.
Olympic swim great Gary Hall Jr awarded 10 medals to replace those destroyed in LA fires
After all of swimming great Gary Hall Jr.'s Olympic medals were destroyed in the Los Angeles fires he set an unexpected record replacing them at IOC headquarters.
Former Dodger, All-Star pitcher Ross Stripling is retiring after nearly a decade in the majors
Ross Stripling is calling it a career after 10 years, which included one All-Star season with the Dodgers.
Rams sign former Eagles kick returner Britain Covey to a 1-year deal
Kick returner and receiver Britain Covey agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams.
Rob Blake out as Los Angeles Kings' general manager
Rob Blake is out as the Los Angeles Kings' general manager after eight seasons with the team.
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3.2-magnitude earthquake strikes coast near Malibu Beach, USGS reports
A preliminary 3.2-magnitude earthquake was reported off the coast of Malibu Beach, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Disney announces plans for theme park in Abu Dhabi
The seventh Disney theme park is set to be built on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island. The company did not give a timeline for construction.
Cardinals convene for 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor
The Catholic Church's cardinal electors are set to choose a successor to Pope Francis, as the 2025 papal conclave begins.
The Real ID deadline has arrived. Here's what to know.
Starting May 7, Americans are required to use the new form of identification if they want to fly domestically.
2 people dead after head-on crash in Long Beach
Two people are dead after a head-on crash in Long Beach.
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3.2-magnitude earthquake strikes coast near Malibu Beach, USGS reports
A preliminary 3.2-magnitude earthquake was reported off the coast of Malibu Beach, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
2 people dead after head-on crash in Long Beach
Two people are dead after a head-on crash in Long Beach.
2 people arrested after leading police on pursuit of allegedly stolen Dodge Charger through Los Angeles
Two people were arrested near LAX after leading police on a pursuit of an allegedly stolen Dodge Charger.
Water main break causes flooding in Westlake area
A water main break in the Westlake area has caused flooding.
$20k reward offered for information on drive-by shooting deaths of Compton woman and her daughter
La'Von Hall, 45, and her 22-year-old daughter Ma'Laysia Martin were shot to death at around 7 p.m. on April 1 near Caldwell Street and Central Avenue, police said.
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24-year-old woman fatally shot while driving through Orange
It happened at around 12:30 a.m. on Highland Street near Del Mar Avenue, police said.
One teenager dead, five others injured after truck slams into tree in Dana Point (edited)
The crash happened at around 11:45 a.m. near Island Way and Dana Point Harbor Drive, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.
Los Angeles County man arrested on allegations of human trafficking
Investigators say that the suspect was arrested after a 17-year-old Irvine girl was reported missing from her home on April 28. She was found hours later with the 23-year-old man in Los Angeles County.
Three wounded in shooting at Featherly Regional Park in Orange County
Deputies say that the gunman tried to run people over before he shot two people and turned the gun on himself.
Alleged DUI driver arrested for crash that killed one, injured another in Orange County
It happened at around 11 p.m. on Friday near Magnolia Avenue and Pacific Avenue, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
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Sterilized mosquitos helping with notable drop in Southern California nuisance
A program aimed at reducing the massive "ankle-biter" mosquito population seems to be working so far, making for a notable decrease in the nuisance in several Southern California regions so far this year.
Riverside police searching for mother of newborn baby found next to apartment complex dumpster
Authorities are still searching for the mother of a newborn baby that was found next to an apartment complex dumpster in Riverside over the weekend.
Man arrested for driving into sheriff's station in Lake Elsinore
Deputies say that the man intentionally drove his car over the curb, through a metal fence and into the front lobby of the Lake Elsinore Sheriff's Station early Monday morning.
Two wounded in shooting at busy Temecula intersection
It happened just after 5:20 p.m. at the intersection of Temecula Parkway and Margarita Road, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
One hospitalized after car crash involving Moreno Valley home
Firefighters said that one of the drivers was hospitalized after they were extricated from inside their vehicle.
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Lawmaker calls for state audit of LAUSD after fraud lawsuit from former superintendent
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
Southern California lawmaker calls for state audit after LAUSD lawsuit
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
Mayor Bass believes LA is safer in wake of KCAL investigation and hydrant repairs
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
KCAL Uncovers Records Showing Dangerous Spike in Homeless Fires
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
KCAL Investigation Exposes Broken Hydrants, LADWP Begins Fixes
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
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Disney announces plans for theme park in Abu Dhabi
The seventh Disney theme park is set to be built on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island. The company did not give a timeline for construction.
Could the 2025 conclave bring a first American pope?
A U.S. bishop offers insight on why many think it's unlikely Catholic cardinals will break with more than two centuries of precedent to pick an American pope.
Flying without a Real ID? Here's what to know at the airport
The TSA said that starting today, it will no longer accept driver's licenses and other forms of ID that don't comply with Real ID requirements.
Grand Theft Auto 6 drops a surprise second trailer. Here are all the details.
The release of a second trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 comes just days after Rockstar Games pushed back its release.
3 dead, at least 7 missing after boat capsizes off San Diego beach
The U.S. Coast Guard said Tuesday that crews has suspended a search for at least seven others who were missing.
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Trump slams Newsom after California governor proposes federal film tax credit
President Trump slammed Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, just hours after the California governor asked for collaboration on a massive national film tax credit.
Attorney General Rob Bonta says that Nathan Hochman should remain on Menendez brothers case
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Tuesday said that Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman's office should remain on the Menendez brothers case after their attorneys filed a recusal motion seeking his dismissal in April.
Kamala Harris makes Met Gala debut, says art and politics are related
Kamala Harris made an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday, days after her anticipated return to the public stage where she delivered her first major speech since losing the 2024 presidential election.
Newsom calls President Trump's order to reopen Alcatraz a "colossally bad fiscal idea"
California Governor Gavin Newsom said nothing about President Trump's order to reopen and rebuild the notorious Alcatraz prison, which sits on an island in the San Francisco Bay, "makes any sense."
Three LAFD union leaders suspended after audit reveals nearly $800k in credit card spending
Three leaders of the Los Angeles Fire Department's labor union were suspended on Monday after an audit found nearly $800,000 in misused union funds.
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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.
California driver's licenses / ID cards become available on Apple Wallet
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.
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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.
LA County resident tests positive for measles after Texas trip
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Bat found at park in Orange County tests positive for rabies
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
Newsom OKs $2.8B to close California's Medicaid funding gap
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
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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.
Paris Hilton's nonprofit gives $25,000 grants to women-owned small businesses hit by the Eaton Fire
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales, followed by 6 other Dodgers players in the top 20
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
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O'Hoppe and Moncada deliver in Angels' big 8th-inning rally for 8-3 victory over Blue Jays
Logan O'Hoppe drove in the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning, Yoán Moncada followed with a three-run homer, and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 for just their second win in 10 games.
Marlins edge Dodgers 5-4 in 10 innings
Jesús Sánchez singled with the bases loaded in the 10th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
LA Kings president expects coach Jim Hiller to remain in charge after GM Blake's replacement hired
Los Angeles Kings president Luc Robitaille expects coach Jim Hiller to remain in charge after the club selects its new general manager.
Dodgers place outfielder Teoscar Hernandez on 10-day injured list
The Los Angeles Dodgers placed outfielder Teoscar Hernández on the 10-day injured list because of a Grade 1 abductor strain.
Ohtani, Freeman homer off Alcántara as Dodgers beat Marlins 7-4
Marlins' Sandy Alcántara (2-4) gave up five runs and six hits in five innings.
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Kamala Harris makes Met Gala debut, says art and politics are related
Kamala Harris made an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala on Monday, days after her anticipated return to the public stage where she delivered her first major speech since losing the 2024 presidential election.
A$AP Rocky confirms baby No. 3 with Rihanna at the 2025 Met Gala
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are expecting their third child, the rapper confirmed on Sunday at the Met Gala.
Here's how much it costs to attend the 2025 Met Gala
Ticket prices to the 2025 Met Gala run more than the average down payment on a house — if you can snag an invite.
What to know as Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial starts
Jury selection has started in music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial. Here's what to know.
Trump says he will impose 100% tariffs on movies produced outside U.S.
President Trump on Sunday announced movies as his latest target for tariffs because the U.S. movie industry "is DYING a very fast death."
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World Maternal Health Day | Mental Health Month
Dr. Kat Kaeni, Psychologist and Postpartum Support International board member discusses the postpartum period for mothers, the symptoms and when to get help.
Tips for wildfire prevention firescaping | Wildfire preparedness week
Fire authorities recommend that homeowners create a five- to ten-foot buffer around their homes. Nothing in it should be combustible—concrete, stone, or gravel is recommended.
2 people dead after head-on crash Long Beach
Two have died after a head-on crash in Long Beach.
At least one dead in Long beach two-car crash
A two-car collision closed 7th Street near Terraine Avenue in Long Beach, where at least one person has died.
Water main break causes flooding in Westlake District
A water main break caused flooding over several streets in the Westlake District. It is unclear what caused the break.
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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.
LA Dodgers World Series Celebration
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers: 2024 World Series in Pictures
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
