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Man shot to death in his car in Hawaiian Gardens
The adult male, believed to be in his 20s, was found suffering from a gunshot wound inside his vehicle when Lakewood Sheriffs deputies arrived, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
LA County reports 5,244 new COVID cases, 21 more virus deaths over two days
According to the latest state figures, there were 822 COVID-positive patients in L.A. County hospitals as of Thursday -- an increase of 28 from the previous day. Of those patients, 96 were in intensive care, down from 101 the previous day.
Fire burns Tarzana apartment building, 4 people rescued
The fires at the building at 18540 W. Collins St. were reported at 6:26 p.m., according to Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart.
Four-alarm blaze hits Anaheim paper recycling plant
Firefighters from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and surrounding communities knocked down a four-alarm blaze at a paper recycling business early Friday.
Southern California businesses gearing up for Small Business Saturday
"I feel very proud," said Christine Parsley, owner of Recircle Home Owner in Long Beach. "I'm so grateful for anyone who has given us any kind of support."
1 person dead in Whittier crash, mother and child hospitalized
One person was killed Friday in a two-vehicle crash in Whittier.
3 bodies found at Riverside house fire, homicide investigation underway
Riverside Police are investigating what appears to be a homicide at a charred home in the 11200 block of Price Court.
World Cup: U.S., England play to a scoreless draw
England is still waiting for its first win in three World Cup matches against the U.S. after a 1-1 draw in South Africa in 2010.
Shooting investigation shuts down Spring and 6th in DTLA
Police closed down the intersection of South Spring and 6th streets in downtown Los Angeles Friday during a shooting investigation and possible barricade situation.
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Newsom calls special legislative session on oil-industry profits
A week after the Thanksgiving holiday is over, California lawmakers will make a rare December return to Sacramento.
Biden talks stricter gun laws during Thanksgiving trek to Nantucket
The Bidens, along with their two-year-old grandson Beau, visited firefighters at a Nantucket Firehouse to thank them for their hard work.
Biden administration to extend pause on student loan repayments
The extension, up to June 30, 2023, will give the courts time to decide the fate of student loan cancellation.
Biden opens holidays, pardoning turkeys Chocolate and Chip
For the second time, the president played his part in the 75-year tradition of issuing a presidential pardon to keep a pair of turkeys off the holiday dinner table.
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3 bodies found at Riverside house fire, homicide investigation underway
Police responded to the 11200 block of Price Court in Riverside around 11 a.m Friday after multiple calls reporting suspicious circumstances and a house on fire.
Officers in pursuit of driver who allegedly assaulted police officer
Officers were in pursuit of a driver in Bell wanted for allegedly assaulting a police officer.
Southern California businesses gearing up for Small Business Saturday
The Saturday after Thanksgiving is known across the country as "Small Business Saturday," and businesses all over Southern California were gearing up Friday for the influx of customers expected over the weekend.
LA County reports 5,244 new COVID cases, 21 more virus deaths over two days
According to the latest state figures, there were 822 COVID-positive patients in L.A. County hospitals as of Thursday -- an increase of 28 from the previous day. Of those patients, 96 were in intensive care, down from 101 the previous day.
Four-alarm blaze hits Anaheim paper recycling plant
Firefighters from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and surrounding communities knocked down a four-alarm blaze at a paper recycling business early Friday.
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World Cup: U.S., England play to a scoreless draw
England is still waiting for its first win in three World Cup matches against the U.S. after a 1-1 draw in South Africa in 2010.
German World Cup players cover mouths in protest of "One Love" armbands ban
The gesture was a response to FIFA's effective nixing of seven European teams' plans to wear armbands that were seen as a rebuke to host nation Qatar and its human rights record.
Kreider strikes twice, caps Rangers' comeback win over Kings
Chris Kreider scored twice in the third period and the New York Rangers overcame a two-goal deficit for the first time this season in a 5-3 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
Wild video shows man getting thrown over bridge at SoFi Stadium
Fan-captured footage shows two men scuffling before one of them is thrown over the railing of a bridge near Rivers Lake following Sunday night's matchup between the Chargers and Chiefs.
Suns hold on to win 115-105, Lakers' Beverley ejected
Mikal Bridges and Devin Booker each scored 25 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 115-105 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.
Angels acquire Hunter Renfroe, ship three players to Milwaukee in return
In exchange for the slugger, the Brewers receive pitchers Janson Junk, Elvis Peguero and Adam Seminaris.
Chargers add Dicker to active roster, place Hopkins on IR
The Los Angeles Chargers signed kicker Cameron Dicker to the active roster on Tuesday and placed Dustin Hopkins on injured reserve. Dicker had been elevated from the practice squad to play the past three games for the Chargers.
Saudi Arabia shocks Argentina 2-1 at World Cup
Goals by Saleh Alshehri and Salem Aldawsari in a five-minute span in the second half gave the Saudis their greatest win ever.
USC not liable in former football player's death, jury finds
The verdict could have broad ramifications for college athletes who blame the NCAA for head injuries.
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Handcuffs in the hallways: Law enforcement in schools
In one school year, police arrested hundreds of elementary and middle school students in California. The state is above average when it comes to the chances of police arresting Black and Hispanic students, as well as students with disabilities.
EBT fraud sees nearly 4,000% increase in 2022
In 2021, the California Department of Social Services paid roughly $92,000 in fraud claims. By that time in 2022, they had already paid almost $3.8 million.
CBS2 Investigates: The questions surrounding the accuracy of latest LA homeless count
Officials said the number of homeless in L.A. County was up just over 4% this year compared with double digits previously. The numbers seem to defy what we see on the streets — and even some unhoused are laughing at the results.
CBS2 Investigates: Have celebrities gotten the message about using too much water?
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. In the two months since the investigation, have they gotten the message?
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Man shot to death in his car in Hawaiian Gardens
The adult male, believed to be in his 20s, was found suffering from a gunshot wound inside his vehicle when Lakewood Sheriffs deputies arrived, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
LA County reports 5,244 new COVID cases, 21 more virus deaths over two days
According to the latest state figures, there were 822 COVID-positive patients in L.A. County hospitals as of Thursday -- an increase of 28 from the previous day. Of those patients, 96 were in intensive care, down from 101 the previous day.
Fire burns Tarzana apartment building, 4 people rescued
The fires at the building at 18540 W. Collins St. were reported at 6:26 p.m., according to Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart.
Four-alarm blaze hits Anaheim paper recycling plant
Firefighters from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and surrounding communities knocked down a four-alarm blaze at a paper recycling business early Friday.
Southern California businesses gearing up for Small Business Saturday
"I feel very proud," said Christine Parsley, owner of Recircle Home Owner in Long Beach. "I'm so grateful for anyone who has given us any kind of support."
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Man shot to death in his car in Hawaiian Gardens
The adult male, believed to be in his 20s, was found suffering from a gunshot wound inside his vehicle when Lakewood Sheriffs deputies arrived, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
LA County reports 5,244 new COVID cases, 21 more virus deaths over two days
According to the latest state figures, there were 822 COVID-positive patients in L.A. County hospitals as of Thursday -- an increase of 28 from the previous day. Of those patients, 96 were in intensive care, down from 101 the previous day.
Fire burns Tarzana apartment building, 4 people rescued
The fires at the building at 18540 W. Collins St. were reported at 6:26 p.m., according to Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart.
Four-alarm blaze hits Anaheim paper recycling plant
Firefighters from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and surrounding communities knocked down a four-alarm blaze at a paper recycling business early Friday.
Southern California businesses gearing up for Small Business Saturday
"I feel very proud," said Christine Parsley, owner of Recircle Home Owner in Long Beach. "I'm so grateful for anyone who has given us any kind of support."
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Winter Fest OC returns to Costa Mesa
Visit the winter wonderland at the Southland's largest winter festival, held at the OC Fair & Event Center from Nov. 25 to Jan. 1, 2023.
Update: 1 dead, 4 injured in Costa Mesa shooting; suspect turns self in
Five victims were shot Thursday night. One person died and four others were hospitalized. The suspect turned himself in early Friday morning, police said.
Boaters capture rare sperm whale sighting off SoCal coast
A small boat from Newport Coastal Adventure was about 30 miles off the coast of Newport Beach when a pod of sperm whales started breaching on Monday.
Santa Ana winds bring fire danger to Southern California
Gusty, dry and warm Santa Ana winds will bring critical fire weather conditions to Southern California through the Thanksgiving holiday, forecasters said Wednesday.
Thieves steal custom-made hockey equipment from Canadian Paralympians
The burglars ransacked the teams' U-Haul as they prepared for a tournament in Orange County.
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Santa Ana winds bring fire danger to Southern California
Gusty, dry and warm Santa Ana winds will bring critical fire weather conditions to Southern California through the Thanksgiving holiday, forecasters said Wednesday.
Freeway crash in Riverside kills child, injures another
A Kia sedan and a tractor-trailer truck collided on southbound Interstate 215 at Blaine Street at about 12:33 a.m. Wednesday, killing one child and seriously injuring another, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Pilot killed in Banning plane crash
The pilot of a single-engine plane was killed when the plane crashed in Banning just south of the 10 Freeway near Hargrave Street at about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, according to the Riverside County Fire Dept.
Burglars walk out of Eastvale home with safe
The homeowner's father-in-law left the funds to pay for his medical and funeral expenses. He died two days before the burglary.
Best Buy Black Friday sale: The best tech deals you can shop today
See Best Buy's latest early Black Friday deals on the Theragun Pro, iRobot Roomba j7+ and more.
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Handcuffs in the hallways: Law enforcement in schools
In one school year, police arrested hundreds of elementary and middle school students in California. The state is above average when it comes to the chances of police arresting Black and Hispanic students, as well as students with disabilities.
EBT fraud sees nearly 4,000% increase in 2022
In 2021, the California Department of Social Services paid roughly $92,000 in fraud claims. By that time in 2022, they had already paid almost $3.8 million.
CBS2 Investigates: The questions surrounding the accuracy of latest LA homeless count
Officials said the number of homeless in L.A. County was up just over 4% this year compared with double digits previously. The numbers seem to defy what we see on the streets — and even some unhoused are laughing at the results.
CBS2 Investigates: Have celebrities gotten the message about using too much water?
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. In the two months since the investigation, have they gotten the message?
Gascón files battery, false imprisonment charges against LASD lieutenant
The charges stem from a "heated dispute" between a newly promoted LASD narcotics lieutenant and a woman at the famed Matsuhisa Restaurant in Beverly Hills.
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Dramatic video shows Coast Guard rescuing man who went overboard on cruise
The man was last seen on board the ship on Wednesday night and was reported missing Thursday morning.
Stowaway cat caught in TSA X-ray
A stowaway cat was caught in a passenger's luggage last week by a TSA agent.
Walmart gunman bought gun hours before rampage, left a "death note"
The gunman didn't have a criminal history, officials said.
Human skull found in backpack next to Oregon interstate
This is at least the second time in recent years that a human skull has been discovered along the state's interstate.
6 people killed by manager who opened fire in Virginia Walmart
Walmart identified the gunman as an "overnight team lead" who started working for the company in 2010.
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Newsom calls special legislative session on oil-industry profits
A week after the Thanksgiving holiday is over, California lawmakers will make a rare December return to Sacramento.
Biden talks stricter gun laws during Thanksgiving trek to Nantucket
The Bidens, along with their two-year-old grandson Beau, visited firefighters at a Nantucket Firehouse to thank them for their hard work.
Georgia Supreme Court reinstates abortion ban
The state's high court on Wednesday put a lower court ruling on hold that had overturned the ban on abortions after roughly six weeks of pregnancy.
Biden administration to extend pause on student loan repayments
The extension, up to June 30, 2023, will give the courts time to decide the fate of student loan cancellation.
Projected Mayor Karen Bass says she's ready to deliver on campaign promises
With less than a month until she takes over the city, Congresswoman Karen Bass, knows she has very little time to tackle the city's crises.
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Amazon workers protest pay, conditions on Black Friday
Just in time for Black Friday, Amazon employees around the world are planning protests against the online retailer. The protest campaign is being called "Make Amazon Pay."
Black Friday stretching into entire shopping week
Black Friday used to be just one day of the year. But now, in some stores, it lasts for a whole week.
Starbucks workers across US strike on 'Red Cup Day'
Starbucks employees at more than 100 stores in the United States went on strike Thursday in what's being called the "Red Cup Rebellion."
IIHS releases small-truck side-crash test results
Highway safety experts put small pickup trucks through a round of tests examining the impact of side collisions.
Wendy's to sell peppermint-flavored frosty for limited time starting Tuesday
Wendy's is adding a holiday-themed frosty to its menu for the first time ever.
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Thanksgiving leftovers: Don't forget about food safety
Many of us have a refrigerator full of leftovers that we can't wait to sink our teeth into. Experts say don't forget about food safety.
Holiday travelers warned of Covid, flu, RSV 'tripledemic'
Millions of people in Southern California are traveling for the holidays in the middle of a "tripledemic."
Millions of children worldwide left susceptible to measles, new report finds
In 2021, there were about 9 million measles cases and 128,000 measles deaths worldwide, according to the CDC and WHO.
USC not liable in former football player's death, jury finds
The verdict could have broad ramifications for college athletes who blame the NCAA for head injuries.
Riverside County health officials announce child death due to possible case of RSV
"An eastern Riverside County child under the age of 4 has died after contracting a respiratory illness that is possibly linked to Respiratory Syncytial Virus," health officials said.
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EPA to consider tougher locomotive emissions rules
The Environmental Protection Agency said Wednesday it will consider adopting stricter rules on locomotive emissions in response to concerns by California regulators.
Twitter slashes its staff as Musk era takes hold on platform
On Friday, Twitter laid off 7,500 workers, about 50% of its staff, just days after Elon Musk began his tenure as its new owner.
'The bird has been freed' – Elon Musk takes over Twitter, fires top executives
Elon Musk closed out the $44 billion deal to acquire San Francisco-based social media giant Twitter Thursday and immediately cleaned out the C-suite, firing CEO Parag Agrawal and CFO Ned Segal.
After significant decline, gas prices climbing yet again throughout Southern California
Gas prices climbed for the 20th consecutive day Thursday, now up 34 cents during that time period. Experts claim that
Some Regal, Edwards theaters in Orange County abruptly closed for good
Cineworld, parent company of Regal Cinemas, filed for bankruptcy last week.
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World Cup: U.S., England play to a scoreless draw
England is still waiting for its first win in three World Cup matches against the U.S. after a 1-1 draw in South Africa in 2010.
German World Cup players cover mouths in protest of "One Love" armbands ban
The gesture was a response to FIFA's effective nixing of seven European teams' plans to wear armbands that were seen as a rebuke to host nation Qatar and its human rights record.
Kreider strikes twice, caps Rangers' comeback win over Kings
Chris Kreider scored twice in the third period and the New York Rangers overcame a two-goal deficit for the first time this season in a 5-3 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
Wild video shows man getting thrown over bridge at SoFi Stadium
Fan-captured footage shows two men scuffling before one of them is thrown over the railing of a bridge near Rivers Lake following Sunday night's matchup between the Chargers and Chiefs.
Suns hold on to win 115-105, Lakers' Beverley ejected
Mikal Bridges and Devin Booker each scored 25 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 115-105 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.
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French bulldog named Winston wins best in show at National Dog Show
One of Winston's owners is an NFL player.
Amy Schneider wins "Jeopardy!" tournament of champions after huge year
She won the $250,000 grand prize. Schneider had a 40-game winning streak earlier this year, the second longest in the game show's history.
Todd and Julie Chrisley sentenced for bank fraud, tax evasion
In arguing for harsh sentences, a prosecutor said that "Todd and Julie Chrisley's arrogance merits special consideration."
Jay Leno released from hospital after 10-day stay for burn treatment
Comedian Jay Leno was released from the hospital on Monday after receiving 10 days worth of treatment for burns suffered to his face, chest and hands during a garage fire.
Arrest made in connection with attack on couple after Elton John concert
An arrest has been made in connection with the beating of a couple in a Dodger Stadium parking lot after an Elton John concert.
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3 bodies found at Riverside house fire, homicide investigation underway
Police responded to the 11200 block of Price Court in Riverside around 11 a.m Friday after multiple calls reporting suspicious circumstances and a house on fire.
Officers in pursuit of driver who allegedly assaulted police officer
Officers were in pursuit of a driver in Bell wanted for allegedly assaulting a police officer.
Southern California businesses gearing up for Small Business Saturday
The Saturday after Thanksgiving is known across the country as "Small Business Saturday," and businesses all over Southern California were gearing up Friday for the influx of customers expected over the weekend.
LA County reports 5,244 new COVID cases, 21 more virus deaths over two days
According to the latest state figures, there were 822 COVID-positive patients in L.A. County hospitals as of Thursday -- an increase of 28 from the previous day. Of those patients, 96 were in intensive care, down from 101 the previous day.
Four-alarm blaze hits Anaheim paper recycling plant
Firefighters from Anaheim Fire and Rescue and surrounding communities knocked down a four-alarm blaze at a paper recycling business early Friday.
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Britain's royal line of succession
Immediately upon the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, her eldest son, Prince Charles, became the new king. Here is a look at who else is in line.
The 50 most popular baby boy names
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Premiere for Dane Cook's new comedy special, 'Above it All'
Dane Cook's new comedy special "Above it All" debuted last night. The comedian filmed the special in front of a live audience sitting in his own backyard.
Freedom rally for Iran in Downtown Los Angeles
Thousands gathered in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning to call for change in Iran after Mahsa "Zhina" Amini, a Kurdish Iranian woman died in custody after being detained for failing to adhere to strict hijab laws in Iran.
Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
