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Voluntary evacuation warnings have been issued for residents living in mountain communities and near burn scars due to the potential impact of Hurricane Hilary, a Category 1 storm brewing off the coast of Baja California.
More than 7,500 workers have been deployed to Southern California to assist with the impacts of Hurricane Hilary, which could bring "catastrophic and life-threatening flooding" to the area.
Clinton Agapinan, 36, crashed while speeding away from officers in Anaheim on Saturday. After he was taken into custody he began to experience "medical distress" and was taken to a hospital where he later died.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for SoCal, mobilizing more than 7,500 units to assist with the potential impacts of the hurricane.
From theme parks to beaches and events, there are several closures and cancelations you need to know about.
The discussion on the policy is to be continued as the board wants to address concerns raised by trustees. A final version will most likely be voted on at the school board's Sept. 7 meeting.
A group of five to 10 thieves wearing hooded sweatshirts and masks, stole an estimated $100,000 worth of merchandise, mostly handbags.
For four years, Insoo Kim and his neighbors have dealt with a 500-foot-long sinkhole that has ruined their complex.
The three suspects, who allegedly shoplifted from multiple stores at the popular shopping center, were also charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor since they had a child in their presence.
Former Chapman University Law School dean John Eastman was named Monday in a grand jury indictment handed down in Fulton County, Georgia, accusing former President Donald Trump and others of racketeering in an alleged scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Jorge Velazquez, 29, was found dead after a shooting outside of a Santa Ana liquor store early Sunday morning.
Tempte Beth Tikvah was evacuated after LAPD officers contacted the Fullerton Police Department to report they had received a call about a bomb at the synagogue on Saturday.
A civil lawsuit has been filed against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, alleging that an 81-year-old man was attacked by one of the park's security dogs in May of 2022.
Two people have been arrested in connection with a homicide in Irvine, police said.
Sources confirmed to KCAL News that Orange County Judge Jeff Ferguson is the alleged shooter and has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of his wife.
Deputies were called around 10:20 a.m. on Saturday, after a family member said that her father and sister were dead inside their home.
California prison officials have denied parole for Erik and Lyle Menendez.
The parents of missing 7-month-old baby Emmanuel Haro were arrested on Friday, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department confirmed.
It happened at around 5 p.m. near S. Saint Andrews Place and Venice Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The suspect was arrested after a nearly 8-hour standoff with LAPD officers and SWAT.
Deputies were called around 10:20 a.m. on Saturday, after a family member said that her father and sister were dead inside their home.
It happened at around 5 p.m. near S. Saint Andrews Place and Venice Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The suspect was arrested after a nearly 8-hour standoff with LAPD officers and SWAT.
The collision happened at around 8 p.m. near Victory Boulevard and Belmar Avenue, according to a news release from the Los Angeles Police Department.
Firefighters closed SR-178 and a large stretch of the Kern River as they worked to contain the fire.
The peak of a heat wave lingering over Southern California is expected on Thursday, which could bring record-breaking temperatures to some areas.
Orange County firefighters rushed to a Laguna Niguel neighborhood to extinguish flames burning near homes.
Firefighters and first responders are taking proactive steps as sweltering heat descends on Southern California this week, hoping to have an advantage due to elevated fire danger.
Anaheim police have released images of a car they believe was involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in early August as they continue searching for the suspect.
Police fatally shot a woman in South Gate on Monday afternoon, hours after she was allegedly involved in a shooting at a Huntington Beach business that left a man hospitalized.
The fire was 95% contained as of 7 p.m. on Saturday.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department arrested the parents of missing 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro for murder, believing that the baby had died.
San Bernardino County deputies said the man allegedly kidnapped the girl and sexually assaulted her while holding her at gunpoint.
The peak of a heat wave lingering over Southern California is expected on Thursday, which could bring record-breaking temperatures to some areas.
Firefighters and first responders are taking proactive steps as sweltering heat descends on Southern California this week, hoping to have an advantage due to elevated fire danger.
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.
Trey Lance's return to the Bay Area led to three straight punts for the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Powerball jackpot soared to an estimated $700 million, making it the eleventh-largest jackpot in Powerball game history.
Justice Department officials argued the program provides an unconstitutional advantage based on race or ethnicity.
Lt. General Jeffrey Kruse is no longer Defense Intelligence Agency director, a senior defense official confirmed Friday.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been reunited with family and plans to travel to Maryland before returning to Tennessee in January for his criminal trial.
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from cutting off federal funding from dozens of "sanctuary" cities and counties — covering several of the largest cities in the U.S.
Lt. General Jeffrey Kruse is no longer Defense Intelligence Agency director, a senior defense official confirmed Friday.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been reunited with family and plans to travel to Maryland before returning to Tennessee in January for his criminal trial.
The Justice Dept. released transcripts of Deputy AG Todd Blanche's two-day interview with convicted sex trafficker and Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
President Trump also said he's willing to bring in the "regular military," not just the National Guard.
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.
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.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Dr. Timothy Johnson says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Trump administration risks destroying America's medical research infrastructure and prompting a "brain drain" of scientists to other countries.
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.
Harbor Miller and Elijah Wynder scored their first career goals in MLS, Gabriel Pec also scored a goal, and the LA Galaxy beat the Colorado Rapids 3-0 to snap a four-game winless streak.
Kyle Tucker homered twice and drove in five runs as the surging Chicago Cubs routed the Los Angeles Angels 12-1.
Trey Lance's return to the Bay Area led to three straight punts for the Los Angeles Chargers.
Son Heung-Min scored his first goal to help Los Angeles FC earn a 1-1 draw with FC Dallas.
Nestor Cortes took a perfect game into the sixth inning and combined with three relievers on a two-hitter as the San Diego Padres reclaimed the NL West lead with a 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
The Oscar-nominated actor famously played arch-villain General Zod in "Superman" and "Superman II."
Playboy will move its global headquarters from Los Angeles to Miami Beach and open a new club with a restaurant and members-only section.
Taylor Swift's upcoming album release and her love of all things orange isn't lost on her fans — or businesses clamoring for a piece of the action.
Lauren Pozen takes a look at the ongoing closure of multiple 405 Freeway lanes, which are expected to remain closed until Monday at the latest due to an ongoing construction project.
The suspect was arrested after a nearly 8-hour standoff with LAPD officers and SWAT.
The Sikh community in North Hollywood gathered on Saturday to hold a day of service for one of their own, a 70-year-old man who was violently attacked in early August.
All proceeds from the event are slated to benefit victims of the Eaton Fire in January.
A new mural featuring Dodgers legends was unveiled in Redondo Beach this week, including Lakers icon Kobe Bryant wearing his own Boys in Blue gear.
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.
