Motorcycle Speed Racer Surrenders After Brief Standoff, Wild Chase
The suspect surrendered after a half dozen Downey Police patrol cars showed up.
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The suspect surrendered after a half dozen Downey Police patrol cars showed up.
It's not every day you get this close to a hot air balloon. Of course when you're in a neighborhood, you don't usually want to get this close!
Wearing a jail house jumpsuit and handcuffs, Mitchell Taebel, 31, told Arizona reporters he initially didn't stop because the cop car looked shady.
The chase started in Glendale and ended in Encino.
The pursuit continued on several surface streets and freeways.
When Tosten Walsh Lommen's SUV hit a spike strip and landed in a ditch he fled and state troopers found the body 58-year-old Michelle Walsh wrapped in a blanket.
A high-speed pursuit came to an end this morning in Watts. Police believe the suspects could be connected to a string of robberies in Chino Hills.
CHP pitted the vehicle causing the suspect to hit a pole.
Multiple people are believed to be inside the car.
The driver and a passenger in the suspect's vehicle died. A second passenger suffered major injuries.
The plate was reportedly registered to a rented black 2017 Mercedes out of Florida.
The suspect was Latino and 28-years-old.
The chase began around 4:45 p.m. and ended when the suspect was ordered out of the vehicle around 6:05 p.m.
Police say the three men may have been involved in the hold-up of 2 PCS cell phone stores.
The woman in the chase in San Marino was cut out of the vehicle by emergency crews and hospitalized.
The chase ultimately ended when CHP officers were able to conduct a PIT maneuver on her vehicle.
A medical emergency patient who authorities say threatened an EMT, stole an ambulance and lead police on a chase was taken into custody Wednesday.
The owners of an SUV stolen from their Westlake Village home a week ago react as they see their car speeding through the streets of North Hollywood.
The CHP pursued a vehicle for almost an hour Thursday night where the driver was wanted for a simple traffic violation.
A suspected car thief led police on a pursuit that started in Carson, went through Long Beach and ended with a standoff when the man climbed a crane at the Port of Los Angeles and got naked.
The innocent driver is a father who was with his 12 and 8-year-old kids. They were taken to the hospital and are doing okay.
The driver and a passenger took off on foot.
The chase began around 4 p.m. and continued into Long Beach, Lakewood and Buena Park, where the driver bailed on foot.
Fontana Police said they had been chasing the cyclist for about a mile.
CHP confirmed a 52-year-old man called 911 saying he was going to hurt himself while behind the wheel of a pick-up truck. A bizarre pursuit ensued.
Health officials say that 61 rabid bats have been found so far this year, just seven shy of the highest total ever recorded in Los Angeles County.
A Los Angeles student will remain at an immigration detention center until his asylum hearings next month.
After spending nearly two weeks apart, a 93-year-old West Hills man was reunited with his beloved dog named Sunny, thanks to the hard work of one nonprofit group.
A lawsuit filed against the LAUSD and Superintendent Alberto Carvalho claims they defrauded taxpayers out of millions of dollars in funding.
David Schuelke, a pest control expert, found rats and rodent droppings throughout the Orange County home.
The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% at 40 U.S. locations starting on Friday due to the government shutdown.
Health officials say that 61 rabid bats have been found so far this year, just seven shy of the highest total ever recorded in Los Angeles County.
Kim and Calvert both currently serve in Congress in the 40th and 41st districts, respectively.
A Los Angeles student will remain at an immigration detention center until his asylum hearings next month.
After spending nearly two weeks apart, a 93-year-old West Hills man was reunited with his beloved dog named Sunny, thanks to the hard work of one nonprofit group.
Health officials say that 61 rabid bats have been found so far this year, just seven shy of the highest total ever recorded in Los Angeles County.
A Los Angeles student will remain at an immigration detention center until his asylum hearings next month.
After spending nearly two weeks apart, a 93-year-old West Hills man was reunited with his beloved dog named Sunny, thanks to the hard work of one nonprofit group.
A lawsuit filed against the LAUSD and Superintendent Alberto Carvalho claims they defrauded taxpayers out of millions of dollars in funding.
The Covered California open enrollment period ends on Jan. 31, 2026.
David Schuelke, a pest control expert, found rats and rodent droppings throughout the Orange County home.
An Irvine neighborhood has been terrified by the rodents spilling out of a rat-infested home on their block
Here is a list of food assistance resources available in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties.
Nearly 310,000 people in Orange County receive SNAP benefits, with 66% of these recipients being seniors and children.
The Orange County Sheriff's Department arrested a deputy for allegedly sexually assaulting a female inmate.
Deputies say that the 78-year-old suspect fired multiple shots into the home of his estranged spouse at around 7 a.m. on Monday morning.
Riverside police arrested a registered sex offender from Arizona for allegedly trafficking a minor for prostitution.
Three Los Angeles County residents were also arrested when deputies served a series of search warrants across Southern California last week.
Jake Haro was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for his 7-month-old son's death.
Here is a list of food assistance resources available in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties.
The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% at 40 U.S. locations starting on Friday due to the government shutdown.
Union members say they are ready to strike on the chain's Red Cup Day if Starbucks doesn't finalize a contract with their union by then.
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
The number of fatalities may increase after a UPS plane crashed Tuesday near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency may need to close "certain parts" of the nation's airspace if the shutdown drags on.
The California Republican Party said Wednesday it will sue to challenge the new congressional map approved by voters under Proposition 50.
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
California's approval of Proposition 50 sets in motion a redistricting plan that could result in pickups of five seats for Democrats in the Golden State — an effort that may ripple beyond California's borders.
California voters have passed Proposition 50, CBS News projects, approving a measure that will redraw the state's congressional districts.
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation that he might seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends.
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.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
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.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
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.
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. 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.
LA County Department of Public Health officials said that four cases were reported between late July and August, and that the patients lived in central Los Angeles and the Antelope and San Fernando valleys.
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.
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.
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.
Drivers of electric vehicles across California will soon lose privileges to drive in the carpool lane solo, as the Clean Air Vehicle decal program is set to end next month.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 30 points and 12 assists and the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder extended their season-opening winning streak to eight games with a 126-107 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night.
Adrian Kempe scored his 200th NHL career goal, Drew Doughty broke the Los Angeles record for goals by a defenseman and the Kings beat the Winnipeg Jets 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Cutter Gauthier had his first career hat trick during a four-point performance, and the Anaheim Ducks routed the Florida Panthers 7-3 for their fourth consecutive victory.
No. 18 USC has opened the season with an 87-48 rout of New Mexico State.
The Chargers acquired offensive lineman Trevor Penning from the New Orleans Saints on Tuesday afternoon, shortly before the NFL Trade Deadline hit.
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
The NFL is not considering dropping Bad Bunny as its Super Bowl halftime headline performer, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.
Limp Bizkit, with roots in Jacksonville, Florida, emerged in the late 1990s with a sound that melds alternative rock, heavy metal and rap.
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
As the federal government shutdown extends to the longest in U.S. history, transportation officials have announced that there will be a 10% reduction in air traffic starting next week. Jeff Nguyen reports.
After spending nearly two weeks apart, a 93-year-old West Hills man was reunited with his beloved dog named Sunny, thanks to the hard work of one nonprofit group. Luzdelia Caballero reports.
Kristine Lazar takes a look at a new form of fraud called "check washing," which allows criminals to alter a check and where it is paid.
LA County health officials say that the total is the second-highest ever recorded, only after 2021.
An LAUSD student detained by immigration agents nearly four months ago will remain in custody until at least December. Zach Boetto reports.
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.
