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Rep. Maxine Waters said Tuesday she would formally request that the Office of the U.S. Attorney General investigate the shooting death of Andres Guardado by a Los Angeles sheriff's deputy as a civil rights violation.
The National Weather Service issued a fire weather watch for the valleys and mountains of Los Angeles County and inland Orange County from Wednesday night to Saturday night. Forecasters say red flag conditions are likely.
As coronavirus cases and hospitalizations continue to surge in Los Angeles County, one testing site will be closing Tuesday for a city-sanctioned feature film shoot.
Actress Laverne Cox took to social media over the weekend to say that she and a male friend were safe after a man attacked them at Griffith Park.
Los Angeles County's public health director said Monday that she was undeterred in her efforts to control the spread of COVID-19, even after protesters descended on her Echo Park home.
The lines were long, but people waited patiently in their cars Monday at a COVID-19 testing site at Hansen Dam Recreation Center following the Thanksgiving holiday.
The new order urges people to stay home as much as possible over the next three weeks, which just happens to be the run-up to the Christmas and New Year holidays.
The inquest, the first in Los Angeles County in more than 30 years, will be conducted by retired Court of Appeals Justice Candace D. Cooper.
A penumbral lunar eclipse dimmed Sunday night's bright frost moon over the region.
The new order which will be in effect until at least Dec. 20 advises residents to stay at home as much as possible, always wear a face covering outside the home, and prohibits all public and private gatherings except for church services and protests.
Investigators determined Gabriela Diaz had been coming home from an errand when a gray sedan stopped on the street behind her car. A man got out and fired several times into her car before it took off north on Simpson Avenue.
With the holiday season upon us, Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer has issued a warning that people feeling generous should beware of two holiday scams that have emerged.
Based on the transmission rate that LA County Public Health shared Wednesday, officials estimate that one of every 145 people in the county are now infected and transmitting it to others.
Most retailers and shopping malls will open on Black Friday at 6 a.m., with a variety of new safety-inspired procedures.
The recalled units have model number SCCPPC600-V1, which is shown on a label on the bottom of the multi-cookers, and were manufactured between July 1, 2017 and Oct. 1, 2018.
If the board approves the proposed restrictions, the only gatherings allowed would be outdoor church services and outdoor protests — though they would both have to adhere to social distancing and face covering guidelines.
Kuen Ham was crossing Miramar Street at Union Avenue just before 6 a.m. Monday when she was hit by a car that was turning left onto Miramar Street. The car dragged the woman about 15 feet.
The statement said the LA Big 5K will take place on May 22 and the Los Angeles Marathon on May 23 – pending the approval of city officials, applicable health departments and other government agencies.
The form, which is available at travel.lacity.org, will greet arrivals at LAX, Van Nuys Airport and Union Station. All travelers over the age of 16 will be required to sign the form.
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, some Southland residents are still stocking up on traditional Thanksgiving fare ahead of the holiday — even if in slightly smaller amounts.
With testing results available for more than 3.6 million people, the county's overall positivity rate — which had been holding steady at 9% for several weeks — had increased to 10%.
According to the Bureau of Prisons, 219 inmates and 12 staff members at the federal facility have tested positive for COVID-19. Sixteen inmates and 10 employees who work at the Metropolitan Detention Center have recovered.
The unidentified player was with the team when they traveled to Utah for Saturday's 33-17 victory over the Utes, according to a statement from USC. The player had tested negative within 36 hours of travel and again on game day.
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti was co-chair of the Biden-Harris campaign and has previously said he is not seeking a cabinet position at this time. But there has been wide speculation that he is being considered for secretary of Transportation or Housing and Urban Development.
Even with several promising vaccines on the horizon, offices may never look the same post-COVID-19 – and neither will the office Christmas party.
Some of music's biggest names will hit the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2026, including headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Anyma and Karol G.
After months of rebuilding, the beloved Southern California staple has finally reopened to the public.
Los Angeles County investigators are still asking the public for help as they continue searching for the suspect who shot and killed 40-year-old mother of two Irene Gonzalez in Lynwood in late 2024.
The California Highway Patrol was in pursuit of a motorcycle in Los Angeles County.
The shooting happened outside of John Marshall Elementary School at around 12:45 p.m., according to the Anaheim Police Department.
Some of music's biggest names will hit the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2026, including headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Anyma and Karol G.
After months of rebuilding, the beloved Southern California staple has finally reopened to the public.
Los Angeles County investigators are still asking the public for help as they continue searching for the suspect who shot and killed 40-year-old mother of two Irene Gonzalez in Lynwood in late 2024.
The California Highway Patrol was in pursuit of a motorcycle in Los Angeles County.
The shooting happened outside of John Marshall Elementary School at around 12:45 p.m., according to the Anaheim Police Department.
After months of rebuilding, the beloved Southern California staple has finally reopened to the public.
Los Angeles County investigators are still asking the public for help as they continue searching for the suspect who shot and killed 40-year-old mother of two Irene Gonzalez in Lynwood in late 2024.
The California Highway Patrol was in pursuit of a motorcycle in Los Angeles County.
Meteorologists expect an increased chance of thunderstorms and showers in Southern California this week.
Prosecutors say that the letter carrier stole more than $10 million in checks between 2020 and 2024.
The shooting happened outside of John Marshall Elementary School at around 12:45 p.m., according to the Anaheim Police Department.
The San Diego man landed a plane on San Clemente Island twice. During the final instance, he stole a Navy truck and crashed it through several gates at the airstrip.
Police said that the three suspects approached the victims and held them at gunpoint while they stole high-end pieces of jewelry back in May. After nearly four months of investigation, the suspects were taken into custody.
The chase began in Compton and ended with an arrest in Laguna Hills.
Instead of avoiding potentially divisive political discussions, a group of people in Orange County are embracing the opportunity to speak, listen, and learn to opinions they may not agree with.
Some of music's biggest names will hit the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2026, including headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Anyma and Karol G.
Riverside County is set to roll out a new 911 call distribution system that they hope will cut down on ambulance rides to the hospital that may not be necessary.
Police believe alcohol was a contributing factor in the deadly crash.
Police say that a man swung a sword at his neighbor during a confrontation on Thursday, which then led to an hours-long standoff before he was taken into custody.
Starting Saturday, Sept. 13, ZEMU will transport passengers along the 9-mile route along Metrolink's Arrow Corridor between San Bernardino and Redlands, all the while reducing pollution.
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.
President Trump announced Monday the U.S. military has carried out a second strike on alleged Venezuelan "narcoterrorists."
A range of companies and other organizations are sanctioning — and sometimes firing — workers over their public comments about Charlie Kirk. They may have little recourse.
The device had been lit but "failed to function as designed," a Unified Fire Authority Investigations officer wrote in affidavits of probable cause.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said "I think this could be a turning point" for the country in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's death, urging leaders to "turn down the rhetoric."
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
President Trump announced Monday the U.S. military has carried out a second strike on alleged Venezuelan "narcoterrorists."
ICE raids, the federally led English-only initiative and an anti-DEI push have changed the national climate in which Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations occur -- when they do at all.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said "I think this could be a turning point" for the country in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's death, urging leaders to "turn down the rhetoric."
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
A White House official confirmed the extra funds would be directed to the U.S. Marshals Service and would also include enhanced protection for Supreme Court justices.
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.
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.
Health officials say that the child developed a condition called subacute sclerosing panencephalitis, which can develop in someone who had a measles infection early in life.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended firing the director of the CDC at a hearing before a Senate committee on Thursday.
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced 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.
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 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.
Teoscar Hernández had his second four-hit game this season, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat San Francisco 10-2 Sunday to drop the Giants 1 1/2 games behind the New York Mets for the last NL wild card.
Cal Raleigh tied Mickey Mantle's season record for most home runs by a switch hitter with his 54th, and the Seattle Mariners extended their winning streak to nine by routing the Los Angeles Angels 11-2 Sunday to take sole possession of the AL West lead for the first time since June.
Matthew Stafford threw for 298 yards and two touchdowns as the Los Angeles Rams spoiled rookie Cam Ward's NFL home opener, scoring 20 straight points to beat the Tennessee Titans 33-19.
Ricky Hatton shared the ring with the best boxers of his generation, including Kostya Tszyu, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 49th homer, Teoscar Hernández delivered a go-ahead two-run double in a six-run fifth inning after the Dodgers chased Giants starter Logan Webb, and NL West-leading Los Angeles rallied past San Francisco 13-7.
Some of music's biggest names will hit the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2026, including headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Anyma and Karol G.
Netflix's "Adolescence" won big at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, earning six awards, including best limited series.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
Raymond Cruz, the actor known best for his role as Tuco Salamanca in the "Breaking Bad" television series, was arrested on Monday after he allegedly sprayed women with water from a hose outside of his Silver Lake home.
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 Los Angeles Times uncovered new details about what the Trump administration is demanding from UCLA in order to settle a legal dispute over last year's pro-Palestinian encampment. Tom Wait reports.
Gio Insignares takes a look at the push to bring back Metro's Tap to Exit system, which was put on hold weeks ago. In the time since, crime numbers have seen a disturbing spike.
Desmond Shaw flies to East LA for tonight's Look At This!
A $20,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest of the person who killed a woman in Lynwood in 2024.
The shooting happened outside of John Marshall Elementary School at around 12:45 p.m., according to the Anaheim Police Department.
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.
