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1 dead after shooting near Long Beach Grand Prix
Police say that the shooting happened just before 6 p.m. in the 0 block of Cedar Walk.
Huntington Park fire station previously damaged by fire reopens
While the station was repaired Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters were previously stationed in Vernon.
19-year-old killed, two others injured after car slams into telephone pole in Temecula
The crash happened on Temecula Parkway, just south of Anza Road, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
Family blames LA County DA Hochman after Menendez brothers' aunt is hospitalized
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
Woman injured in Koreatown apartment fire
A person was briefly detained at the scene on suspicion of arson but police did not make any arrests.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
1 dead after head-on crash in Fullerton
The crash happened at around 10:50 p.m. in the 600 block of W. Commonwealth Avenue, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
Clippers beat Warriors 124-119 in OT to secure fifth seed, Golden State heads to play-in
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler's goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 33, and the Los Angeles Clippers secured the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs by beating the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in the teams' regular-season finale.
D.A. Hochman speaks out as Menendez resentencing hearings move ahead
Two days after a judge ruled that Erik and Lyle Menendez's resentencing hearings could proceed, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman held a press briefing to address the complex legal dynamics surrounding the case.
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Earth Month with KCAL News and the Wyland Foundation
Free Community Resources for Health, Water, and Art in Celebration of Our Planet.
Coffee With KCAL initiative will host event in Pacific Palisades to connect with fire victims
KCAL News is hosting a "Coffee With KCAL" event in the Pacific Palisades to connect and listen to wildfire victims.
How to help those affected by wildfires
KCAL Cares and the American Red Cross have partnered to support our communities in crisis.
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CBS News California Investigates
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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Battle over eviction of beloved stuffed donkey on Olvera Street heading to trial
The battle over the potential eviction of "El Burro," a beloved stuffed donkey outside of La Carreta on Olvera Street, is heading to trial at the end of April as the business owner fights to keep what many consider a landmark in its rightful place.
Police looking for owner of pit bull that killed small poodle in Santa Monica
Laurie Perez reports from Santa Monica, where she speaks with the owners of Dublin, the toy poodle that was killed when it was attacked by a pit bull last week. They're searching for the dog's owner, who was seen running from the area on foot after the attack.
Marina del Rey celebrates 60th anniversary with weekend-long festivities
Hundreds of people celebrated the 60th anniversary of Marina del Rey over the weekend, a celebration that city leaders and business owners hope to keep going for much longer.
Group rallies to denounce the resentencing trail for Menendez brothers
Victims rights advocates rallied on Sunday to denounce the upcoming resentencing trail for the Menendez brothers, claiming that they're exploiting Marsy's Law, which family members said LA County prosecutors violated during court on Friday. Lauren Pozen reports.
Palm Sunday observances held at Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
Archbishop José H. Gómez led Palm Sunday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels on Sunday.
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Coyle has goal and 2 assists as Avalanche score 4 in 3rd period to beat Ducks 4-2
Charlie Coyle had a goal and two assists in Colorado's four-goal third period, and the Avalanche rallied to beat the Anaheim Ducks 4-2.
Crow-Armstrong homers twice and Cubs take series with 4-2 victory over Dodgers
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his first two home runs of the season, including a go-ahead solo shot in the seventh inning, Michael Busch homered against his former team again and the Chicago Cubs beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Clippers beat Warriors 124-119 in OT to secure fifth seed, Golden State heads to play-in
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler's goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 33, and the Los Angeles Clippers secured the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs by beating the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in the teams' regular-season finale.
Trail Blazers end season with 109-81 win over short-handed playoff-bound Lakers
Dalano Banton scored 23 points and the Portland Trail Blazers ended the season with a 109-81 victory over the playoff-bound Los Angeles Lakers, playing without Luka Doncic and LeBron James.
Paredes' 3-run homer caps Astros' 5-run second inning in 7-3 victory over Angels
Isaac Paredes hit a three-run homer off Kyle Hendricks to cap Houston's five-run second inning, Hayden Wesneski struck out a career-high 10 and the Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-3.
Denis Bouanga and Sergi Palencia each score a goal, LAFC beats Earthquakes 2-1
Denis Bouanga had a goal and an assists, Sergi Palencia also scored a goal to help Los Angeles FC beat the San Jose Earthquakes 2-1.
Diego Fagúndez, short-handed Galaxy play Dynamo to 1-1 draw
Diego Fagúndez scored a goal for LA and the short-handed Galaxy tied the Houston Dynamo 1-1.
Cubs clobber Dodgers 16-0 behind Brown's strong start and Kelly's 2 homers
Ben Brown used a two-pitch mix to throw six scoreless innings, and the Chicago Cubs got 14 runs on 15 hits in the final three innings of a 16-0 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night.
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1 dead after shooting near Long Beach Grand Prix
Police say that the shooting happened just before 6 p.m. in the 0 block of Cedar Walk.
Huntington Park fire station previously damaged by fire reopens
While the station was repaired Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters were previously stationed in Vernon.
19-year-old killed, two others injured after car slams into telephone pole in Temecula
The crash happened on Temecula Parkway, just south of Anza Road, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
Family blames LA County DA Hochman after Menendez brothers' aunt is hospitalized
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
Woman injured in Koreatown apartment fire
A person was briefly detained at the scene on suspicion of arson but police did not make any arrests.
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Huntington Park fire station previously damaged by fire reopens
While the station was repaired Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters were previously stationed in Vernon.
Family blames LA County DA Hochman after Menendez brothers' aunt is hospitalized
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
Woman injured in Koreatown apartment fire
A person was briefly detained at the scene on suspicion of arson but police did not make any arrests.
D.A. Hochman speaks out as Menendez resentencing hearings move ahead
Two days after a judge ruled that Erik and Lyle Menendez's resentencing hearings could proceed, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman held a press briefing to address the complex legal dynamics surrounding the case.
LAPD searching for hit-and-run driver who severely injured pedestrian in Koreatown in December
The crash happened at around 2:35 p.m. on Dec. 22 near Catalina Street and Wilshire Boulevard, according to a press release from the Los Angeles Police Department.
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1 dead after head-on crash in Fullerton
The crash happened at around 10:50 p.m. in the 600 block of W. Commonwealth Avenue, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
45-foot gray whale washes ashore near Huntington Beach Pier
The whale could be seen near the Huntington Beach Pier on Saturday afternoon.
2 dead, 5 injured after Tesla driver runs red light and crashes into OCTA bus, police say
The driver and passenger of the Tesla were killed while five of the OCTA bus passengers suffered minor injuries, Fullerton police said.
Investigation underway after crews extinguish large fire at Irvine commercial building
It took 80 firefighters nearly three hours to control the large fire, which burned at a commercial building in the 1700 block of Kettering Street, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.
Investigation underway after man is fatally shot in Long Beach
A 56-year-old man was fatally shot in Long Beach.
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19-year-old killed, two others injured after car slams into telephone pole in Temecula
The crash happened on Temecula Parkway, just south of Anza Road, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
Riverside requiring 100-foot defensible space around homes in fire-prone areas
The Riverside City Council passed an ordinance requiring 100 feet of defensible space around buildings in high-risk fire zones.
Group of smash-and-grab robbers ransack Montclair sneaker store
A Monclair sneaker store owner's frustration skyrocketed after smash-and-grab robbers hit his store once again Wednesday afternoon.
Motorcyclist killed during crash with construction tractor in Riverside County
The 67-year-old motorcyclist died after crashing into a John Deere tractor at the intersection of Leon Road and Domenigoni Parkway, police said.
Suspected drunk driver triggers deadly crash in Riverside, police say
The crash happened on Thursday at around 9:30 p.m. on Washington Street near Gladstone Boulevard, according to the Riverside Police Department.
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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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Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Clippers beat Warriors 124-119 in OT to secure fifth seed, Golden State heads to play-in
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler's goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 33, and the Los Angeles Clippers secured the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs by beating the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in the teams' regular-season finale.
Sen. Bernie Sanders makes surprise appearance at Coachella
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who had a rally earlier in Los Angeles, urged young people to "stand up and fight" at the music festival.
You had questions about tariffs. Here's what to know.
President Trump's aggressive use of tariffs has fueled concerns about the economy and roiled the stock market.
LeBron James becomes first athlete to have a Ken doll
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
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Family blames LA County DA Hochman after Menendez brothers' aunt is hospitalized
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
Sen. Bernie Sanders makes surprise appearance at Coachella
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who had a rally earlier in Los Angeles, urged young people to "stand up and fight" at the music festival.
Russia frees U.S. dual national Ksenia Karelina in prisoner swap
U.S. and Russian intelligence agencies negotiated an agreement to free American Ksenia Karelina in exchange for a Russian detainee.
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.
UC system ending its requirement for "diversity statements" in hiring process
Critics are celebrating its end, while supporters say they're concerned the university is capitulating to the Trump administration.
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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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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.
Riverside County reports first case of measles since 2018
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
Michigan resident dies after getting rabies from transplanted organ
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
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.
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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.
Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
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Coyle has goal and 2 assists as Avalanche score 4 in 3rd period to beat Ducks 4-2
Charlie Coyle had a goal and two assists in Colorado's four-goal third period, and the Avalanche rallied to beat the Anaheim Ducks 4-2.
Crow-Armstrong homers twice and Cubs take series with 4-2 victory over Dodgers
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his first two home runs of the season, including a go-ahead solo shot in the seventh inning, Michael Busch homered against his former team again and the Chicago Cubs beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Clippers beat Warriors 124-119 in OT to secure fifth seed, Golden State heads to play-in
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler's goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 33, and the Los Angeles Clippers secured the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs by beating the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in the teams' regular-season finale.
Trail Blazers end season with 109-81 win over short-handed playoff-bound Lakers
Dalano Banton scored 23 points and the Portland Trail Blazers ended the season with a 109-81 victory over the playoff-bound Los Angeles Lakers, playing without Luka Doncic and LeBron James.
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Family blames LA County DA Hochman after Menendez brothers' aunt is hospitalized
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
"Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane reveals he's been diagnosed with ALS
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
LeBron James becomes first athlete to have a Ken doll
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
Menendez brothers give in-jail interview, state belief they'll still see freedom
During a TMZ/Fox interview from behind bars, the Menendez brothers said they still believe they'll see freedom one day despite a series of recent legal setbacks.
LA County prosecutors who supported Menendez brothers' resentencing sue DA Hochman
Two LA County prosecutors have filed lawsuits claiming that they were wrongfully demoted from their positions for their support of the Menendez brothers resentencing efforts.
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Battle over eviction of beloved stuffed donkey on Olvera Street heading to trial
The battle over the potential eviction of "El Burro," a beloved stuffed donkey outside of La Carreta on Olvera Street, is heading to trial at the end of April as the business owner fights to keep what many consider a landmark in its rightful place.
Police looking for owner of pit bull that killed small poodle in Santa Monica
Laurie Perez reports from Santa Monica, where she speaks with the owners of Dublin, the toy poodle that was killed when it was attacked by a pit bull last week. They're searching for the dog's owner, who was seen running from the area on foot after the attack.
Marina del Rey celebrates 60th anniversary with weekend-long festivities
Hundreds of people celebrated the 60th anniversary of Marina del Rey over the weekend, a celebration that city leaders and business owners hope to keep going for much longer.
Group rallies to denounce the resentencing trail for Menendez brothers
Victims rights advocates rallied on Sunday to denounce the upcoming resentencing trail for the Menendez brothers, claiming that they're exploiting Marsy's Law, which family members said LA County prosecutors violated during court on Friday. Lauren Pozen reports.
Palm Sunday observances held at Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
Archbishop José H. Gómez led Palm Sunday at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels on Sunday.
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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.
