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2 adults killed, 2 children hospitalized in San Bernardino County after DUI crash
The alleged DUI driver, a 24-year-old woman from San Bernardino, was arrested for alleged DUI after causing the crash that killed two adults and left two children hospitalized in critical condition.
Shooting at child's birthday party in Stockton kills 4, injures 11; shooter remains at large
Three children were among the four people killed, the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said. The victims were 8, 9, 14, and 21 years old.
1 dead after house fire in San Bernardino
The fire broke out at a home in the 6800 block of Elmwood Road, firefighters said.
Carjacking suspects flee on foot following lengthy pursuit in Whittier
Both of the suspects ran into a Whittier neighborhood on foot near Parise Drive and Danbrook Drive.
Alleged DUI suspect dies following Claremont police use-of-force incident
Police say that the man became unresponsive during a "use-of-force incident" with officers.
Pedestrian dead after being struck by two cars in Riverside County
The crash happened at around 9:30 p.m. near Hamner Ave. and Citrus St. in Norco, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
San Bernardino police shoot, kill armed robbery suspect who allegedly opened fire at a store clerk
SBPD said the suspect fired a gun at a convenience store clerk during the interaction.
Playwright and "Shakespeare in Love" screenwriter Tom Stoppard dies at 88
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Altadena Small Business Market looks to rally support for local business owners after devastating Eaton Fire
The event runs from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Mariposa Junction.
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Stephen Cloobeck ends bid for California governor, endorses Eric Swalwell
California's crowded 2026 governor's race narrowed Monday night as Democratic businessman Stephen Cloobeck ended his campaign and endorsed Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who entered the race last week.
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell running for California governor
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has been a leading critic of the Trump administration, announced on Thursday that he is running for governor of California in the 2026 election.
Tom Steyer mounts 2026 bid for California governor, adding to crowded field
Businessman Tom Steyer is entering the already crowded race for California governor in 2026.
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New LAFD Chief Jaime Moore discusses emergency alerts for cargo ship fire at Port of LA
Los Angeles Fire Department's Chief Jaime Moore discusses the emergency alerts that residents received after a cargo ship caught fire at the Port of LA.
How some criminal defendants are avoiding conviction through diversion programs
Last month, the California Court of Appeals granted the DA's petition to vacate Judge Kim's order for diversion, saying no evidence suggested that Taylor would not pose an unreasonable risk of danger to public safety if granted diversion.
AI scams fuel rise in fake online car sales. How California is trying to protect consumers.
Buying a car is one of the biggest purchases we make, and more people are turning to online marketplaces for deals on used cars. But thanks to artificial intelligence, you're more likely than ever to get scammed.
The candidates for California governor on transgender athletes in school sports | Side-by-side comparison
The leading candidates for California governor weigh in on the state's transgender student sports law: whether to keep it, overturn it, or let voters decide
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5 injured in Arleta crash involving ambulance that was taking couple to hospital
An LAFD hospital was involved in a crash in Arleta as they were taking an elderly couple to the hospital.
South Los Angeles barbershop's pet cat stolen during Thanksgiving Day burglary
A South Los Angeles barbershop is desperate for the return of their beloved Savannah cat named Simba, who was taken during a Thanksgiving Day burglary. Lauren Pozen reports.
Simi Valley couple shot to death inside their home; search for suspect underway
Police said that they are looking at the couple's stepson as a possible suspect in the shooting.
Suspect arrested after high-speed pursuit through San Gabriel Valley
The suspect was located in some bushes near the spot of the crash and arrested by CHP officers.
Large bear takes up residence underneath Altadena home
The homeowner says that the bear has been living in the crawlspace underneath his Altadena home for several days.
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Rams waive kicker Joshua Karty after replacement Harrison Mevis' strong start
The Los Angeles Rams have waived kicker Joshua Karty, who held the starting job for 1 1/2 seasons before being replaced by Harrison Mevis earlier this month.
No. 3 UCLA women rout Duke 89-59 in 3rd-place game at Players Era without star center Lauren Betts
Gabriela Jaquez scored 23 points and No. 3 UCLA defeated Duke 89-59 in the third-place game of the women's Players Era Championship.
Sasson, O'Connor score late to back Tolopilo in Canucks' 5-4 win over Ducks
Max Sasson and Drew O'Connor scored in a late 2:10 span, Nikita Tolopilo made 37 saves in his first NHL appearance of the season and the Vancouver Canucks beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-4 on Wednesday night.
No. 4 Texas beats No. 3 UCLA 76-65 to advance to Players Era Championship final
.Rori Harmon scored 26 points and No. 4 Texas held on to beat No. 3 UCLA 76-65 on Wednesday in the Players Era Championship.
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Married couple killed in Simi Valley shooting; search for suspect underway
Police say that they're investigating the stepson of the married couple as a possible suspect.
State to begin repair work at Newport Beach abandoned oil well, affected home red-tagged indefinitely
The California Geologic Energy Management Division agreed to oversee an emergency drilling operation to locate and repair the abandoned well that caused the October evacuations of several homes in the Beacon Bay neighborhood.
Deceased woman found in Crestline identified as Newport Beach resident
The woman was identified as 58-year-old Aryan Papoli.
5 hospitalized after crash involving LAFD ambulance in Arleta
Firefighters said that the ambulance was transporting two people, a 94-year-old man and an 81-year-old woman, when it collided with an SUV near Woodman Avenue and Chase Street.
South Los Angeles barbershop's pet cat stolen during Thanksgiving Day burglary
A South Los Angeles barbershop is desperate for the return of their beloved Savannah cat named Simba, who was taken during a Thanksgiving Day burglary.
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State to begin repair work at Newport Beach abandoned oil well, affected home red-tagged indefinitely
The California Geologic Energy Management Division agreed to oversee an emergency drilling operation to locate and repair the abandoned well that caused the October evacuations of several homes in the Beacon Bay neighborhood.
Investigation launched after South Los Angeles crash leaves bicyclist dead
The chase began in San Bernardino County, according to CHP officers.
5 hospitalized after crash involving LAFD ambulance in Arleta
Firefighters said that the ambulance was transporting two people, a 94-year-old man and an 81-year-old woman, when it collided with an SUV near Woodman Avenue and Chase Street.
Large bear takes up residence underneath Altadena home
An Altadena homeowner says that he's been living with an unwanted guest for the better part of a week, after a large bear took up residence in the crawlspace underneath his home.
High-speed pursuit through San Gabriel Valley ends with crash, suspect arrest
At times, the suspect was seen driving at speeds up to 130 miles per hour.
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Irvine man thanks neighbors for helping remove rats from his condemned home
Marine veteran Tom Steen, who lost both legs to an illness, thanked his neighbors for helping his family get rid of the rats infesting his Irvine home.
Pair of earthquakes strike Riverside County, near Idyllwild
A pair of earthquakes shook parts of Riverside County, near Idyllwild, on Thanksgiving Day.
Anaheim hit-and-run suspect arrested after crashing into 12-year-old boy on e-bike
Police have arrested a man who allegedly hit a 12-year-old boy riding an e-bike in Anaheim last week before fleeing from the scene of the crash.
Anaheim woman arrested after allegedly throwing dog over gate
The woman allegedly threw a grocery bag containing a malnourished dog over an iron gate two weeks ago.
Man dies in crash while pushing wheelchair across Fullerton crosswalk
The crash happened at around 6:45 p.m. near S. Gilbert Street and W. Orangethorpe Avenue, police said.
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Married couple killed in Simi Valley shooting; search for suspect underway
Police say that a married couple in their 60s was shot and killed inside their Simi Valley home on Sunday afternoon.
2 adults killed, 2 children hospitalized in San Bernardino County after DUI crash
The alleged DUI driver, a 24-year-old woman from San Bernardino, was arrested for alleged DUI after causing the crash that killed two adults and left two children hospitalized in critical condition.
1 dead after house fire in San Bernardino
The fire broke out at a home in the 6800 block of Elmwood Road, firefighters said.
Riverside County deputies investigating deadly Moreno Valley shooting
The incident was reported a little before 9:40 p.m. in the 13000 block of Heacock Street, according to a news release from the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Pair of earthquakes strike Riverside County, near Idyllwild
A pair of earthquakes shook parts of Riverside County, near Idyllwild, on Thanksgiving Day.
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National Guard shooting suspect spent weeks in isolation, 2024 emails say
According to 2024 emails obtained by CBS News, Rahmanullah Lakanwal had been struggling to hold a job and had not been doing well mentally for more than a year.
Kaine says reported second Venezuela strike could be "a war crime if it's true"
Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia said a reported U.S. follow-on strike on an alleged drug boat earlier this year "rises to the level of a war crime if it's true."
Thousands of U.S. flight delays, hundreds of cancellations, after Thanksgiving
A major winter storm disrupted air travel in several big cities in the days after Thanksgiving, including Chicago, Boston, Detroit, Minneapolis and New York City.
Lakers hold off Mavs in Anthony Davis' return to Los Angeles
The Lakers spoiled Anthony Davis' return to Los Angeles with a 129-119 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
National Guard member killed in D.C. remembered as someone who "liked to laugh"
Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom worked for behavioral health agency, Seneca Health Services, as a community engagement specialist before her deployment.
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Kaine says reported second Venezuela strike could be "a war crime if it's true"
Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia said a reported U.S. follow-on strike on an alleged drug boat earlier this year "rises to the level of a war crime if it's true."
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Officials told to pause all asylum decisions in wake of National Guard shooting
The Trump administration on Friday directed officials to pause all asylum decisions in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C.
Trump says he's canceling all Biden orders signed using an autopen
"Any document signed" by Biden with an autopen "is hereby terminated," President Trump said.
Trump says he will suspend immigration from all "Third World Countries"
In a social media post, President Trump wrote that he "will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the U.S. system to fully recover."
Second National Guard member shot in D.C. is "fighting for his life," Trump says
President Trump said Thursday evening that Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom died from her injuries in the Washington, D.C., shooting, and Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe was "fighting for his life."
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California bill reversing tax hike on legal cannabis heads to Newsom
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
HelloFresh to pay $7.5M to settle California lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers
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.
CBS News California Investigates: "Sephora kids" concerns
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
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.
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.
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FDA chief says warning labels deterred menopause care: "It's an American tragedy"
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
Supplements sold at Sam's Club linked to salmonella outbreak
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
Riverside County leaders take step towards limiting sale of kratom
Supervisors will vote on the ordinance again in two weeks, after a review period. If approved, it would bar the sale of kratom derivatives to people under 21 in Riverside County.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California begin five-day strike
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
Gov. Newsom expands reproductive health and privacy protections in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a series of bills aimed at expanding access to reproductive health care and strengthening privacy protections for patients and providers in California.
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Waymo robotaxis begin using freeways in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Phoenix
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California begin five-day strike
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
Car donation charity fined millions, accepts fundraising restrictions in Colorado
A charity that accepted donations of vehicles that would pay for breast cancer screenings for low-income patients agreed Thursday to pay a $3.8 million fine and to restrictions on future fundraising activities in 19 U.S. states, including Colorado.
California bill reversing tax hike on legal cannabis heads to Newsom
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Target CEO will step down in February, COO will take his place
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.
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Luka Doncic scores 34, Lakers beat Pelicans 133-121 for 7th straight victory
Luka Doncic scored 20 of his 34 points in the first quarter and the Los Angeles Lakers raced to their seventh straight victory, 133-121 over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night.
Chargers QB Justin Herbert breaks bone in left hand, but he's optimistic about playing next week
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will have surgery Monday to repair a broken bone in his non-throwing hand.
Justin Herbert throws 2 TD passes, Chargers send rival Raiders to 6th straight loss, 31-14
Justin Herbert threw two touchdown passes while playing through an injury to his non-throwing hand, and Kimani Vidal made a 59-yard scoring run during the Los Angeles Chargers' 31-14 victory over the spiraling Las Vegas Raiders.
Gabriela Jaquez's 29 points lead No. 3 UCLA to a 99-77 win over No. 14 Tennessee
Gabriela Jaquez made 10 of 14 shots for 29 points and No. 3 UCLA defeated 14th-ranked Tennessee on Sunday, snapping the Lady Volunteers' five-game winning streak.
Bedard's 4 points lead Blackhawks to a 5-3 comeback win over Ducks
Chicago converted two of four power-play chances and killed all three Anaheim advantages.
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Playwright and "Shakespeare in Love" screenwriter Tom Stoppard dies at 88
Stoppard was often hailed as the greatest British playwright of his generation.
Jimmy Cliff, reggae music and Jamaican cultural icon, dies at 81
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover reveals he had a stroke last year
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami Beach, police say
Miami Beach Police announced that the 22-year-old was taken into custody on multiple charges, including possessing amphetamine and marijuana, along with resisting an officer without violence.
George Lucas Museum in Los Angeles gets 2026 opening date
The highly anticipated Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has finally set an opening date, marking the culmination of more than seven years of construction in Los Angeles' Exposition Park neighborhood.
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Altadena family affected by Eaton Fire gets donated furniture
Reach Out Worldwide is connecting donors to people in need to recover from the LA wildfires.
Azusa High School | Class Act
Jasmine Viel takes a look at some of the programs and students that make Azusa High School unique.
The power of giving with CHP Officer Joshua Vazquez
Officer Joshua Vazquez shares his story of how a gift from a CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive inspired him as a child to become a California HIghway Patrol officer.
Actor Peter Facinelli talks new movie “Deadly Vows”
“Deadly Vows” star Peter Facinelli talks about the new film and the inspiration behind it with CBS LA.
Legal expert discusses the Mangione pre-trial hearings
Former Federal Prosecutor Neama Rahmani discusses the Luigi Mangione pre-trial hearings and public perception.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
