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Storm to bring windy and cold weather to Southern California this weekend
A cold storm moving down the coast could bring windy and wet weather to Southern California this weekend.
Pasadena resident tests positive for whooping cough after Kidspace Children's Museum visit
A Pasadena resident tested positive for whooping cough after visiting the Kidspace Children's Museum.
Sherri Papini claims 2016 kidnapping story was true in trailer for new docuseries
Sherri Papini, the California mother of two convicted of lying to the FBI after faking her own kidnapping nearly a decade ago, is speaking out publicly for the first time in a new four-part docuseries.
LA County man agrees to plead guilty to hacking Disney employee's computer
The suspect allegedly released 1.1 terabytes of confidential data from Disney's Slack channels and the employee's personal information.
Los Angeles County Fair kicks off Friday; here's a glimpse
Fair food, live bands, a petting zoo, carnival rides, roller skating, a silent disco and art -- it's all part of the LA County Fair, running through May 26.
Green Day honored at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony
Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool have been together since 1986, forming the punk band Green Day in Berkeley.
Los Angeles Clippers, Kings will fight to remain in playoff contention in Game 6
The Los Angeles Clippers and Kings are both fighting to remain in the playoffs going into Game 6.
Baldwin Park middle school evacuated after teacher barricades inside office
There is a heavy police presence at Olive Middle School in Baldwin Park after an employee barricaded herself inside a room.
Investigators seek public's help in 2024 South LA shooting of 21-year-old woman
The shooting happened last year on Nov. 17 as Lanai Dees was driving her car around 12:40 a.m. in the south alley of Century Boulevard, west of South Wilton Place in the city of Los Angeles.
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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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Storm to bring windy and cold weather this weekend
A storm is coming to Southern California, bringing an unusually windy and cold weekend.
Middle school evacuated after Baldwin Park teacher barricades inside office
A teacher at Olive Middle School in Baldwin Park barricaded herself in a room Thursday morning.
Gifts to pamper mom for Mother’s Day
The Go-To Girlfriend Sadie Murray shows off gifts for your mom on Mother's Day.
Car enthusiast uses his photography skills to help Eaton Fire survivors heal
Our Jasmine Viel meets one man documenting the stories behind the Corvettes and Porsches burned during the Eaton Fire.
Orange County clinic providing surgeries for free
Michele Gile takes us inside an Orange County clinic that's providing surgeries for free.
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Los Angeles Clippers, Kings will fight to remain in playoff contention in Game 6
The Los Angeles Clippers and Kings are both fighting to remain in the playoffs going into Game 6.
Rudy Gobert dominates small-ball Lakers and the Timberwolves advance with a 103-96 win in Game 5
Rudy Gobert had playoff career highs of 27 points and 24 rebounds, Julius Randle added 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves advanced in the NBA playoffs with a 103-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round series.
Tony Gonsolin solid in first start since 2023 and Dodgers pound 17 hits in 12-7 win over Marlins
Tony Gonsolin threw six strong innings in his return from Tommy John surgery, Mookie Betts drove in four runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their win streak to five with a 12-7 victory over the Miami Marlins.
John Elway's longtime NFL agent Jeffrey Sperbeck dies at 62 after fall from golf cart in California
John Elway's former NFL agent and longtime friend, Jeffrey Sperbeck, has died at 62 after falling from a golf cart in California.
Edman delivers in 10th as Dodgers weather Myers' pinch-hit slam for 7-6 win over Marlins
Tommy Edman hit a two-run single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers blew a five-run lead before rallying to beat the Miami Marlins 7-6.
Tyler Glasnow latest Dodgers starting pitcher to hit the injured list
Right-hander Tyler Glasnow has been placed on the 15-day injured list by the Los Angeles Dodgers with right shoulder inflammation in the latest setback for the defending World Series champions' perpetually injury-plagued pitching staff.
Shaq to become new GM of Sac State Hornets men's basketball, report says
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal will become the next general manager of the Sacramento State Hornets men's basketball program, ESPN first reported Monday.
Former NBA player Stan Love, father of Heat's Kevin Love, dies at 76
Kevin Love announced his father's death in an Instagram post Sunday night.
Draisaitl scores in OT as the Oilers beat the Kings 4-3 in Game 4 to tie series
Leon Draisaitl scored off a rebound on a power play at 18:18 of overtime and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 on Sunday night in Game 4 to tie the first-round playoff series.
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Storm to bring windy and cold weather to Southern California this weekend
A cold storm moving down the coast could bring windy and wet weather to Southern California this weekend.
Pasadena resident tests positive for whooping cough after Kidspace Children's Museum visit
A Pasadena resident tested positive for whooping cough after visiting the Kidspace Children's Museum.
Sherri Papini claims 2016 kidnapping story was true in trailer for new docuseries
Sherri Papini, the California mother of two convicted of lying to the FBI after faking her own kidnapping nearly a decade ago, is speaking out publicly for the first time in a new four-part docuseries.
LA County man agrees to plead guilty to hacking Disney employee's computer
The suspect allegedly released 1.1 terabytes of confidential data from Disney's Slack channels and the employee's personal information.
Los Angeles County Fair kicks off Friday; here's a glimpse
Fair food, live bands, a petting zoo, carnival rides, roller skating, a silent disco and art -- it's all part of the LA County Fair, running through May 26.
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Storm to bring windy and cold weather to Southern California this weekend
A cold storm moving down the coast could bring windy and wet weather to Southern California this weekend.
Pasadena resident tests positive for whooping cough after Kidspace Children's Museum visit
A Pasadena resident tested positive for whooping cough after visiting the Kidspace Children's Museum.
LA County man agrees to plead guilty to hacking Disney employee's computer
The suspect allegedly released 1.1 terabytes of confidential data from Disney's Slack channels and the employee's personal information.
Los Angeles County Fair kicks off Friday; here's a glimpse
Fair food, live bands, a petting zoo, carnival rides, roller skating, a silent disco and art -- it's all part of the LA County Fair, running through May 26.
KCAL News partners with nonprofits helping those impacted by the LA Wildfires | KCAL Cares
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and KCAL Cares is highlighting organizations that are helping those impacted by the LA Wildfires.
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KCAL News partners with nonprofits helping those impacted by the LA Wildfires | KCAL Cares
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and KCAL Cares is highlighting organizations that are helping those impacted by the LA Wildfires.
Homeless man in Irvine gifted nearly $100K after donating his last dollar
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
Sickened brown pelican falls from sky over Huntington Beach equestrian center
A sick brown pelican fell from the sky over an equestrian center in Huntington Beach on Sunday, something that officials say is part of a much bigger problem impacting wildlife across the region.
Man arrested for deadly shooting at Mission Viejo apartment
It happened at around 7:30 p.m. on Friday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
Wayward pelican rescued from women's bathroom at Orange County's John Wayne Airport
The pelican's tour began with an early morning landing in Terminal A at the Orange County airport.
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KCAL News partners with nonprofits helping those impacted by the LA Wildfires | KCAL Cares
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and KCAL Cares is highlighting organizations that are helping those impacted by the LA Wildfires.
Homeless man in Irvine gifted nearly $100K after donating his last dollar
Influencer Jimmy Darts and his fanbase raised nearly $100,000 for Jeff Daley after he generously gave away his last dollar.
How the American Legion reconnected a Vietnam veteran with his childhood friend
How the American Legion helped a Ventura County man keep a decades-old promise to watch over his best friend after the Vietnam War.
Sergeant recounts harrowing gunfight at San Bernardino County gas station
Despite being shot five times, Sergeant Shane Andersen managed to take down a gunman who started shooting at a Victorville gas station.
"Operation Spring Cleaning" results in 73 child sex offender arrests in San Bernardino County
Nearly six dozen people were arrested during a weeks-long operation targeting child sex offenders in San Bernardino County, according to law enforcement officials.
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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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See photos of May Day protests worldwide as Trump looms large
Demonstrators at May Day protests across continents united in anger over President Trump's agenda.
Rudy Gobert dominates small-ball Lakers and the Timberwolves advance with a 103-96 win in Game 5
Rudy Gobert had playoff career highs of 27 points and 24 rebounds, Julius Randle added 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves advanced in the NBA playoffs with a 103-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round series.
Tony Gonsolin solid in first start since 2023 and Dodgers pound 17 hits in 12-7 win over Marlins
Tony Gonsolin threw six strong innings in his return from Tommy John surgery, Mookie Betts drove in four runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their win streak to five with a 12-7 victory over the Miami Marlins.
UPS cutting 20,000 jobs amid reduction in Amazon shipments
UPS on Tuesday announced it is planning to cut 20,000 jobs as part of its plan for workforce consolidation.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 announced
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Harris calls tariff war the "greatest man-made economic crisis in modern presidential history"
The San Francisco speech was the former vice president's first major public remarks since losing the November election to President Trump.
California one step closer to banning cat declawing after bill passes Assembly
The California Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to ban cat declawing in the state. The bill will now go to the state senate.
Kamala Harris set to make first major speech since 2024 election loss at San Francisco event
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly set to make her first major speech since losing last fall's presidential election to Donald Trump, with a speech in San Francisco this week.
Trump says he's "bringing back Columbus Day"
Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, was also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day during former President Joe Biden's term in 2021.
Shaheen says Hegseth has "created chaos" at the Pentagon
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
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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 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.
Second child dies from measles-related causes in West Texas
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
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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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Los Angeles Clippers, Kings will fight to remain in playoff contention in Game 6
The Los Angeles Clippers and Kings are both fighting to remain in the playoffs going into Game 6.
Rudy Gobert dominates small-ball Lakers and the Timberwolves advance with a 103-96 win in Game 5
Rudy Gobert had playoff career highs of 27 points and 24 rebounds, Julius Randle added 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves advanced in the NBA playoffs with a 103-96 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 5 of their first-round series.
Tony Gonsolin solid in first start since 2023 and Dodgers pound 17 hits in 12-7 win over Marlins
Tony Gonsolin threw six strong innings in his return from Tommy John surgery, Mookie Betts drove in four runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their win streak to five with a 12-7 victory over the Miami Marlins.
John Elway's longtime NFL agent Jeffrey Sperbeck dies at 62 after fall from golf cart in California
John Elway's former NFL agent and longtime friend, Jeffrey Sperbeck, has died at 62 after falling from a golf cart in California.
Edman delivers in 10th as Dodgers weather Myers' pinch-hit slam for 7-6 win over Marlins
Tommy Edman hit a two-run single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers blew a five-run lead before rallying to beat the Miami Marlins 7-6.
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2025 Tony Awards nominations announced. See the full list.
Tony Award winners Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce revealed 2025 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 announced
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Nate Bargatze to host the 77th Emmy Awards on CBS
Popular stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the host of the 77th Emmy Awards airing on CBS on Sept
Game show host Wink Martindale dies at 91
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
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Storm to bring windy and cold weather this weekend
A storm is coming to Southern California, bringing an unusually windy and cold weekend.
Middle school evacuated after Baldwin Park teacher barricades inside office
A teacher at Olive Middle School in Baldwin Park barricaded herself in a room Thursday morning.
Gifts to pamper mom for Mother’s Day
The Go-To Girlfriend Sadie Murray shows off gifts for your mom on Mother's Day.
Car enthusiast uses his photography skills to help Eaton Fire survivors heal
Our Jasmine Viel meets one man documenting the stories behind the Corvettes and Porsches burned during the Eaton Fire.
Orange County clinic providing surgeries for free
Michele Gile takes us inside an Orange County clinic that's providing surgeries for free.
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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.
