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Politics expert explains Mayor Karen Bass' negative poll numbers following the fires
The latest LA Times-UC Berkeley poll found that less than 20% of residents thought that Mayor Karen Bass's response to the wildfires was excellent or good.
Evacuation warning issued for Hollywood Hills residents near Sunset Fire
Ahead of the rainy weather, Los Angeles officials issued an evacuation warning for Hollywood Hills homes near the Sunset Fire burn scar.
Menendez brothers' risk assessment report given June deadline
Any decision on the Menendez brothers' bid for clemency will be made after June 13, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on his podcast.
Orange County supervisors pass resolution to keep immigrant families together
With the deportation of undocumented immigrants underway, Orange County leaders have passed a resolution to keep families together.
Man arrested outside Trump rally files $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County
Verm Miller, once accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at a Coachella rally, filed a $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County and the Sheriff's Department for slander and libel.
"This is our biggest bust yet," CA attorney general says of LA fentanyl seizure
While announcing criminal charges in the case, Attorney General Rob Bonta said the recent seizure of more than 50 pounds of fentanyl in Los Angeles County is the largest bust of its kind the California Department of Justice has seen.
LA County confirms first measles case in resident
The resident recently traveled through LAX before going to a North Hollywood nail salon and an El Monte grocery store.
Education Department cutting nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
Who's running for California governor? Here's an early look at the candidates
With the election over a year away, several candidates have announced their bids to become California's next governor.
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How to help those affected by wildfires | KCAL Cares
KCAL Cares and the American Red Cross have partnered to support our communities in crisis.
KCAL News sets up Southern California wildfires tip line
As Southern California navigates the lasting impacts of wildfire, the KCAL News and CBS Los Angeles team wants to hear from you.
KCAL News announces Rebuilding SoCal initiative
KCAL News has launched an initiative called "Rebuilding SoCal," a commitment to cover that process every step of the way, helping people both come to terms with the loss and begin again following the devastating wildfires.
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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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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.
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.
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.
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Newsom's clemency decision on Menendez brothers' conviction to come as early as June
During his latest podcast episode, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that any decision on the Menendez brothers' bid for clemency will be made after the siblings' final risk assessment hearing in June.
Incoming rain triggers evacuation warnings for burn scar areas, including Palisades and Eaton
With a storm bringing a risk of mudslides and debris flows, some areas of Los Angeles recently burned by wildfires will face evacuation warnings this week as the region braces for heavy rain and possible flooding. Lesley Marin, Laurie Perez and Nicole Comstock report
Arcadia police close off neighborhood for active tactical situation
The Arcadia Police Department said they will release more information once the tactical situation ends.
Fox Theater | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw flies to Pomona for tonight's Look At This!
41% of Los Angeles disapproves of Mayor Karen Bass' wildfire response, new poll says
The latest LA Times-UC Berkeley poll shows that 41% of residents described Bass' response to the disaster as poor or very poor. Researchers also found that 19% of Angelenos thought she did an excellent or good job during the fires, while 22% classified her performance as fair. Tom Wait reports.
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Nets overcome slow start, take down LeBron-less Lakers
Noah Clowney scored 19 points and the Brooklyn Nets beat visiting Los Angeles Lakers 111-108 on Monday night.
Running back Najee Harris reportedly agrees to one-year deal with Los Angeles Chargers
Harris has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $9.25 million with the Chargers.
Cornerback Donte Jackson agrees on 2-year, $13 million deal with Chargers
Cornerback Donte Jackson and the Los Angeles Chargers have agreed on a two-year, $13 million deal, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
QB Jimmy Garoppolo returning to the Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, reports
Jimmy Garoppolo is staying with the Los Angeles Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
Khalil Mack staying with Chargers on 1 year worth $18 million
Khalil Mack will remain with the Los Angeles Chargers after agreeing to a one-year deal on Monday.
Cubs, Dodgers make final preparations for season opener in Japan
Shohei Ohtani's bat is ready for the Los Angeles Dodgers while Shota Imanaga has looked good on the mound for the Chicago Cubs with less than 10 days remaining before baseball's regular-season opener in Japan.
Leonard's hook shot at buzzer in OT gives Clippers 111-110 win over Kings
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Adrian Kempe scores to lead Kings past Golden Knights 6-5
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Politics expert explains Mayor Karen Bass' negative poll numbers following the fires
The latest LA Times-UC Berkeley poll found that less than 20% of residents thought that Mayor Karen Bass's response to the wildfires was excellent or good.
Evacuation warning issued for Hollywood Hills residents near Sunset Fire
Ahead of the rainy weather, Los Angeles officials issued an evacuation warning for Hollywood Hills homes near the Sunset Fire burn scar.
Menendez brothers' risk assessment report given June deadline
Any decision on the Menendez brothers' bid for clemency will be made after June 13, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on his podcast.
Orange County supervisors pass resolution to keep immigrant families together
With the deportation of undocumented immigrants underway, Orange County leaders have passed a resolution to keep families together.
Man arrested outside Trump rally files $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County
Verm Miller, once accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at a Coachella rally, filed a $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County and the Sheriff's Department for slander and libel.
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Politics expert explains Mayor Karen Bass' negative poll numbers following the fires
The latest LA Times-UC Berkeley poll found that less than 20% of residents thought that Mayor Karen Bass's response to the wildfires was excellent or good.
Evacuation warning issued for Hollywood Hills residents near Sunset Fire
Ahead of the rainy weather, Los Angeles officials issued an evacuation warning for Hollywood Hills homes near the Sunset Fire burn scar.
Menendez brothers' risk assessment report given June deadline
Any decision on the Menendez brothers' bid for clemency will be made after June 13, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on his podcast.
"This is our biggest bust yet," CA attorney general says of LA fentanyl seizure
While announcing criminal charges in the case, Attorney General Rob Bonta said the recent seizure of more than 50 pounds of fentanyl in Los Angeles County is the largest bust of its kind the California Department of Justice has seen.
LA County confirms first measles case in resident
The resident recently traveled through LAX before going to a North Hollywood nail salon and an El Monte grocery store.
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Orange County supervisors pass resolution to keep immigrant families together
With the deportation of undocumented immigrants underway, Orange County leaders have passed a resolution to keep families together.
Murder suspect arrested after pursuit in Orange County
The man was arrested following a brief police chase in Anaheim.
Bodycam footage shows pursuit and shooting on Newport Beach Pier
Santa Ana police released body camera footage from the pursuit that ended on the Newport Beach Pier.
30 Southern California museums hosting free admission day event
Itching to go on a museum trip? Saturday may be the perfect time to get a fix of the wide range of art, cultural heritage and history scattered around Southern California.
Newport Beach debuts $5.5 million device to keep its coastline clean
The system will capture floating trash flowing into Newport Bay and the ocean.
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Man arrested outside Trump rally files $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County
Verm Miller, once accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at a Coachella rally, filed a $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County and the Sheriff's Department for slander and libel.
Police shoot alleged domestic violence suspect following pursuit through San Bernardino County
The chase began on Monday morning when police were searching for the man involved in an alleged domestic assault over the weekend.
Bodycam footage shows pursuit and shooting on Newport Beach Pier
Santa Ana police released body camera footage from the pursuit that ended on the Newport Beach Pier.
San Diego man arrested for carjacking, kidnapping and leading pursuit in Riverside County
The chase began near Cabazon at around 9:15 a.m. on Sunday, at which point deputies were called for reports of a carjacking and kidnapping that had happened.
Investigation underway after BAPS Mandir Hindu temple in Chino Hills vandalized
Footage shows the suspects as they spray-painted graffiti messages on the marble sign outside of the temple, a brick wall and a city sidewalk.
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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.
Starbucks Changes Cups in Wake of KCAL Investigation
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.
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.
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Education Department cutting nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
Dow loses nearly 500 points in another day of tariff uncertainty
Wall Street extends losses as investors are whipsawed by back-and-forth with Canada amid President Trump's trade war.
Trump won't double Canadian tariffs after Ontario suspends electricity surcharge
There has been quite a bit of tariff whiplash on Tuesday between the U.S. and Canada.
House passes funding bill, sending it to Senate before shutdown deadline
The House narrowly approved a stopgap measure Tuesday to keep the government funded through September.
Southwest Airlines ending free checked bags policy for many passengers
Southwest Airlines is ending its free checked bags policy for many passengers. Some experts think customer loyalty could suffer.
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Education Department cutting nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
Trump won't double Canadian tariffs after Ontario suspends electricity surcharge
There has been quite a bit of tariff whiplash on Tuesday between the U.S. and Canada.
House passes funding bill, sending it to Senate before shutdown deadline
The House narrowly approved a stopgap measure Tuesday to keep the government funded through September.
Meet Mark Carney, the man set to replace Trudeau as Canada's leader
As Trump's trade war looms over Canada, the ruling Liberal Party has chosen veteran economist Mark Carney to replace Justin Trudeau.
NOAA to potentially cut more than 1,000 additional employees
NOAA previously fired 880 employees on Feb. 27, the majority of which were probationary staff with fewer than two years in their positions.
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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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Pope Francis has calm night after breathing crisis caused recovery setback
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
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.
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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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Nets overcome slow start, take down LeBron-less Lakers
Noah Clowney scored 19 points and the Brooklyn Nets beat visiting Los Angeles Lakers 111-108 on Monday night.
Running back Najee Harris reportedly agrees to one-year deal with Los Angeles Chargers
Harris has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $9.25 million with the Chargers.
Cornerback Donte Jackson agrees on 2-year, $13 million deal with Chargers
Cornerback Donte Jackson and the Los Angeles Chargers have agreed on a two-year, $13 million deal, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
QB Jimmy Garoppolo returning to the Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, reports
Jimmy Garoppolo is staying with the Los Angeles Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
Khalil Mack staying with Chargers on 1 year worth $18 million
Khalil Mack will remain with the Los Angeles Chargers after agreeing to a one-year deal on Monday.
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D'Wayne Wiggins, founding member of soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, dies at 64
D'Wayne Wiggins, Oakland musician and a founding member of the soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! died Friday morning at age 64, the group announced on its Instagram page.
Gene Hackman, wife's cause of death announced by New Mexico officials
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Los Angeles firefighters honored on stage at Oscars ceremony
Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were honored on stage at the Oscars ceremony on Sunday, met with a standing ovation from some of Hollywood's biggest names.
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Remembering two-time Oscar-winner Gene Hackman
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Newsom's clemency decision on Menendez brothers' conviction to come as early as June
During his latest podcast episode, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that any decision on the Menendez brothers' bid for clemency will be made after the siblings' final risk assessment hearing in June.
Incoming rain triggers evacuation warnings for burn scar areas, including Palisades and Eaton
With a storm bringing a risk of mudslides and debris flows, some areas of Los Angeles recently burned by wildfires will face evacuation warnings this week as the region braces for heavy rain and possible flooding. Lesley Marin, Laurie Perez and Nicole Comstock report
Arcadia police close off neighborhood for active tactical situation
The Arcadia Police Department said they will release more information once the tactical situation ends.
Fox Theater | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw flies to Pomona for tonight's Look At This!
41% of Los Angeles disapproves of Mayor Karen Bass' wildfire response, new poll says
The latest LA Times-UC Berkeley poll shows that 41% of residents described Bass' response to the disaster as poor or very poor. Researchers also found that 19% of Angelenos thought she did an excellent or good job during the fires, while 22% classified her performance as fair. Tom Wait reports.
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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.
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Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
