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Stephen Hawking toured a stem cell laboratory Tuesday where scientists are studying ways to slow the progression of Lou Gehrig's disease, a neurological disorder that has left the British cosmologist almost completely paralyzed.
UCLA researchers have found a possible link between auto pollution exposure and several childhood cancers, officials at the university's Fielding School of Public Health said Tuesday.
CBS2's Chief Meteorologist Josh Rubenstein and Sky2's Mike Case Saturday joined hundreds of others in downtown Los Angeles for the American Lung Association's 6th annual Fight for Air Climb.
An Orange County doctor has agreed to plead guilty to charges of illegally prescribing drugs to his patients at nightly meetings in Starbucks stores.
Adults with autism are getting exercise and learning music at the same time with a new program instructed by a music conductor.
Bellflower Medical Center, Newport Specialty Hospital, and the Los Angeles and Hawthorne campuses of Los Angeles Metropolitan Medical Center will all be closed, according to a statement by the Pacific Health Corp.
Public health officials are warning of a potential outbreak of meningococcal disease after an 18-year-old Huntington Beach girl was diagnosed with the infection.
As many as 1,000 students who attended summer school at Arroyo High School last year may have been exposed to tuberculosis, according to the Associated Press.
One of Orange County's most troubled hospitals will soon be shutting its doors.
Jordan Hill of the Los Angeles Lakers joined thousands of others this weekend in the fight against breast cancer.
A special book to benefit the fight against breast cancer is now on sale.
Aria Doherty, 13, was a straight A student.
Northern California prisoners are part of a nationwide effort to ensure blind students receive quality textbooks at school.
This motion would require property owners to provide remedies to keep temperatures in units below 82 degrees.
California, Oregon and Washington announced Wednesday the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
A total of five vehicles were involved, the Los Angeles Fire Department said.
As the LAFD battalion chief was arriving at the scene to investigate the ambulance crash, the battalion chief's truck was involved in a collision at the same intersection around 9:47 a.m.
Prosecutors allege Jasveen Sangha, also known as the "Ketamine Queen," supplied the drugs that caused Matthew Perry's death.
This motion would require property owners to provide remedies to keep temperatures in units below 82 degrees.
As the LAFD battalion chief was arriving at the scene to investigate the ambulance crash, the battalion chief's truck was involved in a collision at the same intersection around 9:47 a.m.
Prosecutors allege Jasveen Sangha, also known as the "Ketamine Queen," supplied the drugs that caused Matthew Perry's death.
The National Weather Service extended the heat advisory for much of Los Angeles and Ventura counties until 6 p.m.
Los Angeles police are investigating a possible hate crime that happened in Encino over the weekend, when a suspect was spotted spray painting antisemitic graffiti on the side of a Jewish-owned shop.
The Alabama man allegedly issued threats against St. Michael's Abbey in Silverado Canyon via email and in person.
Some Newport Beach residents were asked to shelter in place as a hazardous materials investigation was underway on Monday afternoon.
Investigators said no one was wounded in the shooting, but asked any witnesses or potential victims to step forward.
One person died after being struck by an Orange County Sheriff's Department vehicle.
The peak of a heat wave lingering over Southern California is expected on Thursday, which could bring record-breaking temperatures to some areas.
Colton Police said the religious group "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies" had temporary custody of the 4-year-old when he died.
The family was last seen on Aug. 6 in east Hemet before they were found on Thursday, according to Riverside County Sheriff's Office deputies.
Riverside County health officials have issued a warning due to an increasing number of Valley Fever infections across the region.
The leaders of an Inland Empire religious group that has recently been connected to two men who have gone missing in recent years were arrested last week, police said.
The 29-year-old U.S. Border Patrol agent was charged with multiple felonies in July for allegedly assaulting Long Beach police while intoxicated outside of a Shoreline Village restaurant. He died on Aug. 22 in Hemet.
The former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has filed a legal claim against the city and Mayor Karen Bass nearly six months after she was removed as chief. KCAL Senior Report Ross Palombo has more on the legal move.
New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in our area. As Senior Reporter Ross Palombo found, we can now see exactly where these detainees are going.
Residents in the Rancho Palos Verdes have been living in fear that one day their homes might slide down the edge of the slope. Just when they thought they were going to be receiving funds to help, it got ripped away. Jeff Nguyen reports
Ross Palombo breaks down the latest numbers from ICE.
KCAL News reporter Ross Palombo reviews the charging documents, which outline the suspect's criminal history.
California, Oregon and Washington announced Wednesday the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
A sprawling crater at the summit of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted again, marking the 32nd episode of volcanic activity at the site since December.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
A House committee on Tuesday released more than 33,000 pages of Justice Department documents from the federal investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer ruled in favor of California Gov. Gavin Newsom in his challenge to President Trump's deployment of troops to Los Angeles.
California, Oregon and Washington announced Wednesday the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
A House committee on Tuesday released more than 33,000 pages of Justice Department documents from the federal investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer ruled in favor of California Gov. Gavin Newsom in his challenge to President Trump's deployment of troops to Los Angeles.
According to his spokesperson, Giuliani suffered "fractured thoracic vertebrae, multiple lacerations and contusions, as well as injuries to his left arm and lower leg."
The case involves 10 migrants between 10- and 17-years-old who entered the U.S. without authorization and without their parents or legal guardians.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
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.
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.
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.
California, Oregon and Washington announced Wednesday the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
Riverside County health officials have issued a warning due to an increasing number of Valley Fever infections across the region.
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
Health officials at Loma Linda University Children's Hospital say that they have noticed a spike in pediatric cases of Valley Fever in recent months.
Target CEO Brian Cornell, who helped reenergize the company but has struggled to turn around weak sales in a more competitive retail landscape since the COVID pandemic, plans to step down Feb. 1.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
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.
Mitch Farris pitched five effective innings to win his major league debut and Jo Adell hit a two-run homer that helped the Los Angeles Angels defeat the Kansas City Royals 5-1.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 100th home run with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night at PNC Park.
Jose Altuve hit a two-run homer and an RBI single and Ramón Urías also went deep to back up a strong start from Luis Garcia and lead the Houston Astros to an 8-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Hirving Lozano and Anders Dreyer scored, and San Diego FC spoiled the home debut of Los Angeles FC forward Son Heung-min with a 2-1 victory.
Pinch-hitter Will Smith homered leading off the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Los Angeles Dodgers a 5-4 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks that prevented a three-game sweep.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Producers of “The Office” create a new television series, “The Paper,” and actress Ramona Young discusses the premise of the series.
Reach Out World Wide is helping Eaton Fire survivors with a donation shop in the fire-affected zone.
Three Lomita Sheriff’s Station deputies talk about their part in assisting with a Rancho Palos Verdes apartment fire.
Jasveen Sangha pleaded guilty on Wednesday to five federal charges related to the death of actor Matthew Perry in 2023.
Olga Ospina heads to the Hollywood Bowl to explore the concert venue and public park.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
