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1 person hospitalized after suspect crashes during pursuit in Los Angeles
Paramedics took one person to the hospital after a suspect crashed during a pursuit.
Upcoming deadlines for LA County wildfire disaster relief services
Survivors of the Los Angeles County wildfires have several deadlines for disaster aid applications coming up in March.
63-year-old woman "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" in Los Angeles neighborhood
A witness described the monstrous attack as an elderly woman being "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" outside her own apartment.
Los Angeles house ransacked during ICE immigration raid
A Los Angeles family is left with a ransacked home after one of the latest immigration raids in the Pico Union neighborhood Friday.
25 dogs released from San Bernardino animal shelter during break-in
Animal services staff located some of the dogs in a dumpster after the early morning break-in.
Pepperdine University faces setback in trademark lawsuit against Netflix
The university asked for a temporary restraining order against Netflix and Warner Bros. Entertainment, which was denied in court on Wednesday. "Running Point" premiered on Feb. 27.
LA company reaches $29K settlement with Ventura County over wastewater spill
A Paramount-based industrial coating company has reached a $29,736 settlement with the Ventura County District Attorney's Office over a 150-gallon spill of petroleum-contaminated wastewater into a creek bed, prosecutors said Friday.
Los Angeles woman sentenced to 5 years for $2.3 million COVID loan scheme
From June 2020 to December 2021, Casie Hynes from the Mid-City area, submitted more than 80 fraudulent applications.
Corrections officials investigate homicide of man incarcerated in Lancaster
Officials from the Department of Corrections are investigating the death of a man who was incarcerated at California State Prison, Los Angeles County in Lancaster as a homicide.
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"American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."
"American Nightmare" victims help get Matthew Muller to confess to more crimes
In an exclusive interview with CBS News California, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn took us through the timeline of Matthew Muller's crimes that they helped solve and detailed how it took a decade, a documentary, a small-town chief, and a rural district attorney to get anyone to listen.
Do Newsom's wildfire "fact checks" align with the facts? A breakdown.
CBS News Confirmed checked Gov. Newsom's "fact checks" on the L.A.-area fires and found that although many were correct, a few omitted crucial context. Here's what we know.
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Starbucks switches to compostable cups in more than a dozen states | KCAL Investigates
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states. Ross Palombo reports.
LADWP fixes hundreds of fire hydrants listed for repair
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
More than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across Los Angeles
A KCAL News investigation has found that there are possibly hundreds of fire hydrants across the Los Angeles area that need maintenance or repair. Ross Palombo reports.
LAUSD, Superintendent Carvalho faces lawsuit claiming district defrauded taxpayers
Former LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner is spearheading the lawsuit that claim millions of dollars weren't spent properly. Ross Palombos reports.
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Activists protest recent ICE immigration operations in Los Angeles
Gio Insignares speaks to protesters demonstrating against the recent ICE immigration operations in Los Angeles.
1 bystander hospitalized after suspect crashes during Los Angeles pursuit
Los Angeles County paramedics took a person to the hospital after a suspect crashed during a pursuit Friday night.
How Southern California churches are sharing groceries in Altadena
If you are in need of groceries, toys, or cleaning supplies, the giveaway site is open 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Saturday at 2247 Glenrose Avenue, Altadena. Email n2churchpastor@icloud.com for more information. Pat Harvey reports.
"Drug-crazed naked man" arrested after grotesque sexual assault in Sawtelle
A witness described the monstrous attack as an elderly woman being "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" outside her own apartment. Joy Benedict reports.
NASA prepares for two missions, one to the sun and another to deep space
Marina Jurica talks about the two missions NASA is preparing for.
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Parrish, Thornton lead balanced Ohio State attack and hold off USC 87-82
Micah Parrish and Bruce Thornton each scored 20 points and Ohio State held on and ended its three-game skid by beating USC 87-82.
Garland scores his 2nd goal of the game in OT to lift the Canucks past the Kings, 3-2
Conor Garland scored his second goal of the game at 4:28 of overtime to give the Vancouver Canucks a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night.
James Harden scores 30 as Clippers beat Bulls
Zach Collins set season highs with 21 points and 17 rebounds for the Bulls.
Lauren Betts scores 26 points to lead the way for UCLA in 91-61 rout of Wisconsin
Lauren Betts had 26 points and 10 rebounds and second-ranked UCLA routed Wisconsin 91-61 to set up a showdown with No. 4 USC for the Big Ten title.
Northwestern women take forfeits for not playing January games at UCLA, USC over wildfire concerns
The Big Ten has announced Northwestern's women's basketball team will be assessed two forfeits for not playing January road games at No. 2 UCLA and No. 4 Southern California.
Luka Dončić posts a triple-double against the Dallas Mavericks, leads the Lakers to a 107-99 win
Luka Dončić had 19 points, 15 rebounds and 12 assists in his first game against the Dallas Mavericks since they traded him to the Lakers three weeks ago.
Jokiharju completes third-period comeback as Sabres edge Ducks 3-2
Henri Jokiharju scored 9:31 into the third period to give the Buffalo Sabres a 3-2 win against the Anaheim Ducks.
Anders Dreyer leads San Diego to win in 1st MLS game, 2-0 over defending champion LA Galaxy
Anders Dreyer scored two goals and San Diego FC had a successful Major League Soccer debut, beating the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy 2-0.
Red Wings free up salary cap space by dealing goalie Ville Husso
The Detroit Red Wings freed up $3.6 million in salary cap space by trading goalie Ville Husso to the Anaheim Ducks.
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1 person hospitalized after suspect crashes during pursuit in Los Angeles
Paramedics took one person to the hospital after a suspect crashed during a pursuit.
Upcoming deadlines for LA County wildfire disaster relief services
Survivors of the Los Angeles County wildfires have several deadlines for disaster aid applications coming up in March.
63-year-old woman "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" in Los Angeles neighborhood
A witness described the monstrous attack as an elderly woman being "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" outside her own apartment.
Los Angeles house ransacked during ICE immigration raid
A Los Angeles family is left with a ransacked home after one of the latest immigration raids in the Pico Union neighborhood Friday.
25 dogs released from San Bernardino animal shelter during break-in
Animal services staff located some of the dogs in a dumpster after the early morning break-in.
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1 person hospitalized after suspect crashes during pursuit in Los Angeles
Paramedics took one person to the hospital after a suspect crashed during a pursuit.
Upcoming deadlines for LA County wildfire disaster relief services
Survivors of the Los Angeles County wildfires have several deadlines for disaster aid applications coming up in March.
63-year-old woman "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" in Los Angeles neighborhood
A witness described the monstrous attack as an elderly woman being "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" outside her own apartment.
Los Angeles house ransacked during ICE immigration raid
A Los Angeles family is left with a ransacked home after one of the latest immigration raids in the Pico Union neighborhood Friday.
Pepperdine University faces setback in trademark lawsuit against Netflix
The university asked for a temporary restraining order against Netflix and Warner Bros. Entertainment, which was denied in court on Wednesday. "Running Point" premiered on Feb. 27.
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Health officials say Orange County infant with measles traveled through LAX in early-January
Health officials on Tuesday advised the public that a child from Orange County with a confirmed case of measles traveled through Los Angeles International Airport earlier this month.
Costa Mesa police seize hundreds of nitrous oxide canisters
Following a recent ban, the Costa Mesa Police Department seized hundreds of large fruit-flavored nitrous oxide cylinders and thousands of small chargers from local smoke shops.
Orange County judge accused of fatally shooting his wife testifies that he accidentally shot her
Orange County Superior Judge Jeffrey Ferguson took the stand on Monday as the trial revolving around his wife's killing continued. He alleged that the gun accidentally discharged in the midst of an argument they were having back in August of 2023.
Deputies arrest four after shooting in San Clemente
Investigators believe that the shootings are gang-related.
Longtime Dodgers batting practice pitcher has two World Series rings stolen
While investigating the story, KCAL News connected the theft of former Dodgers batting practice pitcher Mike McDermott's two World Series rings with recent coverage of a "jewelry swap" scheme out of Orange County.
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25 dogs released from San Bernardino animal shelter during break-in
Animal services staff located some of the dogs in a dumpster after the early morning break-in.
Lake Elsinore man arrested for selling marijuana and vape pens to children
A Lake Elsinore man was arrested last week after investigators found he was allegedly selling marijuana and nicotine vape pens to children.
Two arrested in Hemet for soliciting money to pay for phony funeral
The pair were holding a sign asking for money to help pay for the funeral of a child who had died in a car accident. Police found that was a phony request and that no such incident had ever happened.
Three arrested for using lottery scam to take $20,000 from elderly woman in Fontana
Three people were arrested on Tuesday for their alleged part in a lottery scam that led to an elderly Fontana woman being scammed out of $20,000.
Pedestrian killed in French Valley crash
The crash happened late Monday on northbound lanes of Winchester Road near Skyview Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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Videos capture frustration with illegal dumping in Los Angeles
KCAL News Investigates dives into the stats and budgets surrounding the enforcement of illegal dumping in LA.
KCAL News Investigates: A year in investigations
Ross Palombo takes us through a year's worth of KCAL News Investigations.
LADWP fixes hundreds of fire hydrants listed for repair
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Starbucks switches to compostable cups in more than a dozen states
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states.
Starbucks switches to compostable cups in more than a dozen states | KCAL Investigates
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states. Ross Palombo reports.
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Trump plans to sign executive order making English the official language
The U.S. has never had an official language, though many states have designated English.
Zelenskyy was told to leave the White House after blowup with Trump and Vance
In an Oval Office meeting, Vance and Trump accused Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful." Afterward, Zelenskyy and Ukrainian officials were told to leave.
Hundreds of NOAA employees laid off
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
Hackman, wife's deaths deemed "suspicious enough" to investigate
Gene Hackman and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found dead Wednesday in their home outside Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Unemployment claims rise to 242,000, the highest in 3 months
Figures do not include layoffs ordered by the Department of Government Efficiency. Analysts expect those to show up in coming weeks.
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Trump plans to sign executive order making English the official language
The U.S. has never had an official language, though many states have designated English.
Zelenskyy was told to leave the White House after blowup with Trump and Vance
In an Oval Office meeting, Vance and Trump accused Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful." Afterward, Zelenskyy and Ukrainian officials were told to leave.
Hundreds of NOAA employees laid off
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
Man behind 2028 "Calexit" bid says movement for California to secede gaining traction
Of the 50 stars on the American Flag, star number 31 became California's in 1850. Nearly 200 years later, there is a growing push for that marriage to end, from people who believe California and America have drifted too far apart.
USAID placing thousands on administrative leave after judge ruling
All USAID direct hires deemed non-essential will be placed on administrative leave at 11:59 p.m. ET Sunday.
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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 cars 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.
Food4less workers overwhelmingly authorize strike after week of voting
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.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
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.
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Trump bars federal funding for schools with COVID vaccine mandates
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
U.S. records most whooping cough deaths since 2017
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
Flu levels now highest since 2009 pandemic, CDC reports
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
CDC purges STD and vaccine info after Trump gender order
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
WHO scales back hiring, travel as Trump's withdrawal set to hit funding
World Health Organization chief says agency already cutting back on hiring and travel with Trump withdrawal set to hit funding.
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Joann to close about 500 fabric stores nationwide. Here's where.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Magic Johnson among 19 to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democratic philanthropist George Soros and actor-director Denzel Washington were awarded the nation's highest civilian honor.
Insurance companies in CA must offer coverage in wildfire-prone areas
Insurance companies in California will have to offer coverage to homeowners in wildfire-prone areas under a new state regulation that was announced Monday.
Ralphs files lawsuit seeking injunction against food trucks outside Pacific Palisades store
The lawsuit contends that multiple food truck operators have created constant nuisance outside of the store in the form of congestion, trash generation and rudeness to store employees.
Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
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Parrish, Thornton lead balanced Ohio State attack and hold off USC 87-82
Micah Parrish and Bruce Thornton each scored 20 points and Ohio State held on and ended its three-game skid by beating USC 87-82.
Garland scores his 2nd goal of the game in OT to lift the Canucks past the Kings, 3-2
Conor Garland scored his second goal of the game at 4:28 of overtime to give the Vancouver Canucks a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night.
James Harden scores 30 as Clippers beat Bulls
Zach Collins set season highs with 21 points and 17 rebounds for the Bulls.
Lauren Betts scores 26 points to lead the way for UCLA in 91-61 rout of Wisconsin
Lauren Betts had 26 points and 10 rebounds and second-ranked UCLA routed Wisconsin 91-61 to set up a showdown with No. 4 USC for the Big Ten title.
Northwestern women take forfeits for not playing January games at UCLA, USC over wildfire concerns
The Big Ten has announced Northwestern's women's basketball team will be assessed two forfeits for not playing January road games at No. 2 UCLA and No. 4 Southern California.
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Gene Hackman and wife found dead in their New Mexico home, sheriff says
Legendary actor Gene Hackman, 95, and wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, and their dog were found dead in their home outside Santa Fe, authorities say.
Fyre Festival 2 tickets go on sale after spectacular flameout in 2017
Event organizer Billy McFarland went to prison for fraud after the first Fyre Festival epically failed. Now he's ready to get the party started — again.
Rap group Wu-Tang Clan brings final North American tour to California for 4 dates
Legendary rap group Wu-Tang Clan on Monday announced their "Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber" tour that will launch this summer, including four late June dates in California.
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at age 88
Roberta Flack's intimate vocal and musical style on "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and other hits made her one of the top recording artists of the 1970s and an influential performer long after.
Bieber, Carell and Roenick among those to play in celebrity hockey game for LA fire relief fund
Justin Bieber and Steve Carell laced up their skates along with Hockey Hall of Famers Rob Blake, Mark Messier, Cammi Granato and Jeremy Roenick on Sunday afternoon to support relief funds from the Los Angeles fires.
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Activists protest recent ICE immigration operations in Los Angeles
Gio Insignares speaks to protesters demonstrating against the recent ICE immigration operations in Los Angeles.
1 bystander hospitalized after suspect crashes during Los Angeles pursuit
Los Angeles County paramedics took a person to the hospital after a suspect crashed during a pursuit Friday night.
How Southern California churches are sharing groceries in Altadena
If you are in need of groceries, toys, or cleaning supplies, the giveaway site is open 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Saturday at 2247 Glenrose Avenue, Altadena. Email n2churchpastor@icloud.com for more information. Pat Harvey reports.
"Drug-crazed naked man" arrested after grotesque sexual assault in Sawtelle
A witness described the monstrous attack as an elderly woman being "assaulted by a drug-crazed naked man" outside her own apartment. Joy Benedict reports.
NASA prepares for two missions, one to the sun and another to deep space
Marina Jurica talks about the two missions NASA is preparing for.
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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.
