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As Line Fire keeps growing, mandatory evacuation orders issued near Highland
More than 500 homes are under a mandatory evacuation order due to the growing Line Fire as the wildfire scorched more than 3,800 acres by Saturday morning.
3.9-magnitude earthquake strikes near Ontario after another smaller temblor
A 3.9-magnitude earthquake was reported near Ontario Saturday morning after another smaller quake, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Three LAFD firefighters injured in explosion while battling car fire in San Fernando Valley
Four firefighters and two civilians were injured when a car that was on fire exploded in Shadow Hills on Saturday.
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
Small earthquake shakes Running Springs, currently under evacuation order from Line Fire
While under an evacuation order from the 7,100+ acre Line Fire, a magnitude 2.4 earthquake shook Running Springs on Saturday evening.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to an estimated $800 million after no winners
Mega Millions said the jackpot was last won in Illinois on June 4 with a ticket valued at $552 million.
Extreme heat strains the power grid and causes outages through Los Angeles County
Record-setting temperatures caused about 130 outages, cutting power to more than 16,500 households in LA city.
Power goes out at USC during latest heat wave to hit Southern California
The neighborhoods surrounding USC experienced a series of power outages on Friday during the peak of a heat wave that brought record-breaking temperatures to many communities in Los Angeles County.
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California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
Bills to shed light on newborn DNA storage in California quietly killed or gutted
Lawmakers quietly amended a bill prompted by a decade-long CBS investigation into California's Newborn Genetic Biobank. They removed the part that requires the state to reveal who is using our DNA for research and why.
Doctor who drove family off cliff fuels legal debate: Should attempted murder defendants get treatment instead of trial?
The doctor who was released from jail after driving his family off a cliff is being called the "poster child" for and against a California law that allows attempted murder defendants to get at-home mental health treatment instead of standing trial for alleged crimes.
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LA Metro bus and rail operator assaults are up year over year
On the heels of yet another Metro bus driver assault, Ross Palombo takes a look at the rising incidents and how this year's numbers compare to last.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
KCAL Investigates: Violent crime on Metro up 33% compared to pre-pandemic levels
Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
KCAL Investigates: Following the campaign money
Ross Palombo digs through the numbers to give the bigger picture behind California fundraising for both presidential candidates.
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Firefighters contain blaze at auto repair shop in Van Nuys
It took firefighters over an hour to contain a fire that broke out at an auto repair shop in Van Nuys on Saturday.
4 LAFD firefighters injured during explosion while battling car fire in Shadow Hills
Four firefighters and one civilian were injured when a "fireball" erupted from within a car that was on fire in Shadow Hills on Saturday, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. All of the injuries are considered to be minor.
Emergency crews continue response to massive Line Fire
Photographer Stuart Palley joins the studio to discuss everything he's seen on Saturday as the 7,122-acre Line Fire continues to burn near Highland, while Laurie Perez reports live from the scene where a massive response from local fire department continued.
Line Fire continues to burn in San Bernardino County, leaving hundreds under evacuation orders
Laurie Perez continues coverage from the San Bernardino Mountains, where hundreds of people are still under evacuation orders as the more than 7,000-acre Line Fire continues to rage.
Families, activists gather to ask Gov. Newsom to pass bills in push for more road safety
Families and activists gathered outside of the Ronald Reagan State Building in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday to ask for help from Gov. Gavin Newsom in passing bills that push for more road safety after having their lives changed by reckless drivers.
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Pages' homer caps 6-run 1st inning as Dodgers defeat Guardians 7-2
Andy Pages hit a two-run homer to cap a six-run first inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-2 in an interleague matchup of division leaders.
Rangers rally from a pair of 2-run deficits to beat the Angels 6-4
Josh Smith put Texas ahead for the first time with a two-run single in the seventh inning and the Rangers overcame a pair of two-run deficits to beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-4.
Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
LAFC's Hugo Lloris, Dynamo's Steve Clark stellar in scoreless draw
Hugo Lloris saved four shots for Los Angeles FC and Steve Clark had two saves for the Houston Dynamo in a scoreless draw.
Chargers place wide receiver DJ Chark Jr. on injured reserve due to hip injury
The Los Angeles Chargers placed wide receiver DJ Chark Jr. on injured reserve due to a hip injury.
Guardians edge Dodgers 3-1 on Giménez's 2-run shot and Boyd's strong outing
Matthew Boyd outdueled Landon Knack over five scoreless innings, Andrés Giménez hit a two-run homer in the sixth and the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1 in a matchup of division leaders.
Aldegheri gets first major league victory, helping the Angels beat the Rangers 5-1
Italian rookie Sam Aldegheri won for the first time in the major leagues, allowing a run on three hits in six innings in the Los Angeles Angels' 5-1 victory over the Texas Rangers on Friday night.
Gavin Stone, the last Dodgers starter to stay healthy all season, goes on the IL
The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed pitcher Gavin Stone on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation and it's uncertain whether he will return this season.
Bradford's strong start, García's 3-run homer lead Rangers past Angels 3-1
Cody Bradford allowed one run in six innings and Adolis García hit a three-run home run in the first as the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-1 on Thursday night.
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Desert Daze: A psych-rock music festival in Southern California
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
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As Line Fire keeps growing, mandatory evacuation orders issued near Highland
More than 500 homes are under a mandatory evacuation order due to the growing Line Fire as the wildfire scorched more than 3,800 acres by Saturday morning.
3.9-magnitude earthquake strikes near Ontario after another smaller temblor
A 3.9-magnitude earthquake was reported near Ontario Saturday morning after another smaller quake, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Three LAFD firefighters injured in explosion while battling car fire in San Fernando Valley
Four firefighters and two civilians were injured when a car that was on fire exploded in Shadow Hills on Saturday.
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
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Three LAFD firefighters injured in explosion while battling car fire in San Fernando Valley
Four firefighters and two civilians were injured when a car that was on fire exploded in Shadow Hills on Saturday.
3.9-magnitude earthquake strikes near Ontario after another smaller temblor
A 3.9-magnitude earthquake was reported near Ontario Saturday morning after another smaller quake, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Line Fire explodes in size in San Bernardino County, evacuations ordered
More than 500 homes are under a mandatory evacuation order in the city of Highland due to the growing Line Fire.
Extreme heat strains the power grid and causes outages through Los Angeles County
Record-setting temperatures caused about 130 outages, cutting power to more than 16,500 households in LA city.
Power goes out at USC during latest heat wave to hit Southern California
The neighborhoods surrounding USC experienced a series of power outages on Friday during the peak of a heat wave that brought record-breaking temperatures to many communities in Los Angeles County.
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Orange County barber charged with murder and torture of 6-year-old boy he was babysitting
Ernest Lamar Love, 41, is accused of torturing and murdering a 6-year-old boy he was babysitting last week while his mother worked a shift at St. Joseph's Hospital.
California Highway Patrol officer hurt in hit-and-run crash on 91 Freeway
The officer was doing a traffic stop when another driver crashed into the back of the patrol car.
84-year-old man killed by hit-and-run driver in Anaheim
The crash happened at around 5:30 a.m. near Anaheim Boulevard and Cerritos Avenue, according to the Anaheim Police Department.
Tustin police arrest an 18-year-old man in connection with a hit-and-run
When officers arrived they discovered two injured people, a woman hit by the car and a man who had been stabbed. Both victims were taken to the hospital, where the man died from his stab wounds.
From Porto's to Avengers, these new shops will open at the Downtown Disney District
From Porto's Bakery to an Avengers store, here's a breakdown of all the new shops and restaurants coming to the Downtown Disney District this holiday season and beyond.
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Small earthquake shakes Running Springs, currently under evacuation order from Line Fire
While under an evacuation order from the 7,100+ acre Line Fire, a magnitude 2.4 earthquake shook Running Springs on Saturday evening.
3.9-magnitude earthquake strikes near Ontario after another smaller temblor
A 3.9-magnitude earthquake was reported near Ontario Saturday morning after another smaller quake, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Evacuation warnings in place for San Bernardino County Line Fire
With more than 3,000 acres scorched, the Line Fire continues to grow in San Bernardino County as evacuation warnings remain in place.
2 teens arrested for allegedly starting Hawarden Fire with illegal fireworks
Police arrested two teens for allegedly starting the Hawarden Fire, which destroyed several Riverside homes.
Human remains found at California nudist resort belong to missing couple
Human remains that were discovered underneath the home of the suspect in the disappearance of a couple who went missing at a Southern California nudist resort belong to them.
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Metro data shows assaults have doubled compared to the same time last year
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
KCAL Investigates: Violent crime on Metro up 33% compared to pre-pandemic levels
Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
KCAL Investigates: Following the campaign money
Ross Palombo digs through the numbers to give the bigger picture behind California fundraising for both presidential candidates.
KCAL News Investigates: Study sparks concerns about who police buy their guns from
After a two-year KCAL News Investigation uncovered serious concerns about police selling their old weapons, a new case study has brought a new light to where agencies buy their new guns.
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Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway, authorities say
Officials reported that "numerous people were shot" near London, Kentucky. A search was ongoing for a 32-year-old person of interest.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to an estimated $800 million after no winners
Mega Millions said the jackpot was last won in Illinois on June 4 with a ticket valued at $552 million.
Judge delays sentencing in Trump's N.Y. criminal case until after election
Trump was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in relation to a "hush money" payment to an adult film star before the 2016 election.
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
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Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
Gov. Newsom vetoes bill aimed at helping undocumented immigrants buy homes in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Friday that would have made some immigrants in the country illegally eligible for home loans backed by the state.
Mark Ghaly, California's health and human services secretary, to depart from role
California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly, who has led the agency since March 2019 and through the COVID-19 pandemic, is departing from his role at the end of the month.
Judge delays sentencing in Trump's N.Y. criminal case until after election
Trump was convicted in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in relation to a "hush money" payment to an adult film star before the 2016 election.
Hunter Biden pleads guilty to all 9 charges in tax evasion case before trial
The president's son Hunter Biden admitted to failing to pay at least $1.4 million in federal taxes.
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Food4less workers overwhelmingly authorize strike after week of voting
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Target launches new paid membership program in a bid to drive increased sales
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
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Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
Understanding Leukemia and Lymphoma: essential facts, prevention tips, and ways to get involved
September is Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month. Learn more about blood cancers below, including knowing your risk factors, resources for patients, prevention tips and how you can get Involved.
"Boy Meets World" actress Danielle Fishel reveals breast cancer diagnosis
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
FDA rejects MDMA for treating PTSD, calls for redo of study, drugmaker says
Drugmaker Lykos Therapeutics had asked the FDA to approve its MDMA capsules as part of a therapy regimen for treating PTSD. It says another study will take "several years."
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California AI safety bill passes Legislature after drawing criticism from Pelosi, support from Musk
A sweeping measure to regulate the development of artificial intelligence has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
Californians can now add digital driver's licenses, ID cards to Google Wallet
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
Olympic Committee sues Logan Paul's energy drink brand over trademark
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and journalist Willow Bay to become Angel City FC's new owners
Angel City FC says Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger and Southern California dean for communication and journalism Willow Bay will be the new controlling owners of the National Women's Soccer League team.
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Pages' homer caps 6-run 1st inning as Dodgers defeat Guardians 7-2
Andy Pages hit a two-run homer to cap a six-run first inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-2 in an interleague matchup of division leaders.
Rangers rally from a pair of 2-run deficits to beat the Angels 6-4
Josh Smith put Texas ahead for the first time with a two-run single in the seventh inning and the Rangers overcame a pair of two-run deficits to beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-4.
Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
LAFC's Hugo Lloris, Dynamo's Steve Clark stellar in scoreless draw
Hugo Lloris saved four shots for Los Angeles FC and Steve Clark had two saves for the Houston Dynamo in a scoreless draw.
Chargers place wide receiver DJ Chark Jr. on injured reserve due to hip injury
The Los Angeles Chargers placed wide receiver DJ Chark Jr. on injured reserve due to a hip injury.
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Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper known for trap jams, dies at 33
Rich Homie Quan was one of the biggest names in hip-hop in the mid-2010s.
James Darren, "Gidget" actor, singer and director, dies at 88
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
DirecTV customers suddenly can't get ESPN and Disney shows. Here's why.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Ryan Seacrest takes a spin as new host of "Wheel of Fortune"
After more than 40 years, the game show that's a TV institution has a new host, someone who's a broadcast institution himself: Ryan Seacrest, whose journey has taken him from tiny Dunwoody, Ga., to working with TV royalty Vanna White.
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Firefighters contain blaze at auto repair shop in Van Nuys
It took firefighters over an hour to contain a fire that broke out at an auto repair shop in Van Nuys on Saturday.
4 LAFD firefighters injured during explosion while battling car fire in Shadow Hills
Four firefighters and one civilian were injured when a "fireball" erupted from within a car that was on fire in Shadow Hills on Saturday, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. All of the injuries are considered to be minor.
Emergency crews continue response to massive Line Fire
Photographer Stuart Palley joins the studio to discuss everything he's seen on Saturday as the 7,122-acre Line Fire continues to burn near Highland, while Laurie Perez reports live from the scene where a massive response from local fire department continued.
Line Fire continues to burn in San Bernardino County, leaving hundreds under evacuation orders
Laurie Perez continues coverage from the San Bernardino Mountains, where hundreds of people are still under evacuation orders as the more than 7,000-acre Line Fire continues to rage.
Families, activists gather to ask Gov. Newsom to pass bills in push for more road safety
Families and activists gathered outside of the Ronald Reagan State Building in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday to ask for help from Gov. Gavin Newsom in passing bills that push for more road safety after having their lives changed by reckless drivers.
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Desert Daze: A psych-rock music festival in Southern California
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
JM Eagle LA Championship
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
2024 Oscars Red Carpet
The Academy Awards will hand out filmmaking's top honor in 23 categories during the 2024 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern, 4 p.m. PDT.
