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When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Franklin Fire in Malibu scorches over 4,000 acres, containment reaches 30%
Firefighters continue to battle Franklin Fire in Malibu which has burned over 4,000 acres and is 30% contained.
Ex-Syrian military official indicted in California on torture charges
Samir Ousman al-Sheikh, who oversaw Syria's infamous Adra Prison from 2005 to 2008 under recently ousted President Bashar al-Assad, was arrested in Los Angeles in July.
Ex-wife arrested in ambush-style killing of Woodland Hills doctor
Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to a home Thursday linked to a Woodland Hills doctor who was shot to death outside his practice earlier this year, authorities said.
Pasadena announces new guideline for Rose Parade and Rose bowl
With the Rose Parade right around the corner, Pasadena has announced enhanced safety guidelines for the upcoming New Year's celebration.
Robber must pay $2.6 million in restitution for smash-and-grab in Beverly Hills
A federal judge ordered a Long Beach man to pay more than $2.6 million in restitution and sentenced him to six years and eight months in prison Thursday for a smash-and-grab robbery in Beverly Hills.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Day celebration held at cathedral in downtown LA
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels in downtown Los Angeles is celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Dec. 12 with an annual celebration.
Jude Law is honored with a star at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony
The "Gattaca" and "The Talented Mr. Ripley" star's career spans three decades, and Thursday at the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, Law was honored for his body of work in motion pictures.
Selena Gomez announces engagement to boyfriend Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez announced she is engaged to boyfriend Benny Blanco in an Instagram post.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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Tracking where Starbucks single-use cups actually end up when recycled | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A CBS News investigation says that it probably isn't.
LA Metro unveils pilot metal detector program amid crime concerns
After a surge in Metro crime, Chair Janice Hahn rode the rails and buses with Senior Reporter Ross Palombo to discuss solutions. Now, one of those potential solutions is being tested at Union Station in Downtown LA.
Major Los Angeles County gun policy changes after KCAL investigation
A 2-year KCAL investigation now getting results after Senior Reporter Ross Palombo uncovered problems with how police buy and sell guns.
Where does your plastic Starbucks cup end up when it's recycled? | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A KCAL News investigation says that it probably isn't. Ross Palombo takes a deeper look at the problem.
National problem tracing guns
There were 212 homicides last year in Los Angeles County, many of them from shootings. Ross Palombo investigates how gun tracing could be a factor in why some cases go unsolved.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
How the ATF's National Tracing Center helps police solve the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022. Ross Palombo reports.
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A man is dead after multiple vehicles were involved in a crash in Sawtelle.
Multiple vehicles involved in deadly Sawtelle crash
A man is dead after multiple vehicles were involved in a crash in Sawtelle.
A high speed alleged stolen vehicle pursuit ends with a crash
Three suspects inside an alleged stolen car led police on a roughly 20-minute pursuit and ended up crashing near the Van Nuys Airport. All three ran off and led officers on a foot chase, with all suspects ultimately ending up in police custody.
Amber Lee’s 5 a.m. forecast | NEXT Weather
Cool and dry conditions continue Friday, with some afternoon sunshine ahead. Increased clouds are expected on Saturday, with possible showers.
Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw flies to Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center for today's Look At This!
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Batherson has 3 goals and an assist as Senators beat Ducks 5-1
Drake Batherson had three goals and an assist, and the Ottawa Senators beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 for their third win in four games.
LeBron James excused from Lakers' practice; status for next game is unclear amid foot injury
LeBron James was excused from the Los Angeles Lakers' practice on Wednesday for personal reasons.
Bill Belichick reaches deal to coach the North Carolina Tar Heels
Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick agreed to a five-year deal with the University of North Carolina Tar Heels.
Rocky Colavito, 9-time All-Star outfielder, dies at 91 at home in Pa.
Rocky Colavito, a wildly popular outfielder in Cleveland who lived his final years in Berks County, Pennsylvania, has died.
Iriafen and Watkins score 20-plus points in helping No. 5 USC rout Fresno State 89-40
Kiki Iriafen had 24 points and 12 rebounds, JuJu Watkins added 21 points and No. 5 Southern California defeated Fresno State 89-40 for the Trojans' fifth win in a row.
Kings defeat the Islanders 3-1 for their 6th straight win
Adrian Kempe and Kevin Fiala scored, Darcy Kuemper made 19 saves and the Los Angeles Kings beat the New York Islanders 3-1 for their sixth straight win.
Angels win No. 2 spot in MLB's amateur draft lottery behind Washington Nationals
The Washington Nationals will have the No. 1 overall pick in the amateur draft next summer, followed by the Los Angeles Angels, Seattle Mariners, Colorado Rockies and St. Louis Cardinals to round out the top five.
Patrik Laine and Kirby Dach power the Canadiens to a 3-2 shootout win over the Ducks
Patrik Laine scored in regulation and added the winner in the shootout as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2.
Lakers roll past Trail Blazers without LeBron, end 3-game skid with 107-98 win
Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D'Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 without LeBron James.
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When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Franklin Fire in Malibu scorches over 4,000 acres, containment reaches 30%
Firefighters continue to battle Franklin Fire in Malibu which has burned over 4,000 acres and is 30% contained.
Ex-Syrian military official indicted in California on torture charges
Samir Ousman al-Sheikh, who oversaw Syria's infamous Adra Prison from 2005 to 2008 under recently ousted President Bashar al-Assad, was arrested in Los Angeles in July.
Ex-wife arrested in ambush-style killing of Woodland Hills doctor
Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to a home Thursday linked to a Woodland Hills doctor who was shot to death outside his practice earlier this year, authorities said.
Pasadena announces new guideline for Rose Parade and Rose bowl
With the Rose Parade right around the corner, Pasadena has announced enhanced safety guidelines for the upcoming New Year's celebration.
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Pasadena announces new guideline for Rose Parade and Rose bowl
With the Rose Parade right around the corner, Pasadena has announced enhanced safety guidelines for the upcoming New Year's celebration.
Ex-wife arrested in ambush-style killing of Woodland Hills doctor
Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to a home Thursday linked to a Woodland Hills doctor who was shot to death outside his practice earlier this year, authorities said.
Robber must pay $2.6 million in restitution for smash-and-grab in Beverly Hills
A federal judge ordered a Long Beach man to pay more than $2.6 million in restitution and sentenced him to six years and eight months in prison Thursday for a smash-and-grab robbery in Beverly Hills.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Day celebration held at cathedral in downtown LA
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels in downtown Los Angeles is celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Dec. 12 with an annual celebration.
Jude Law is honored with a star at Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony
The "Gattaca" and "The Talented Mr. Ripley" star's career spans three decades, and Thursday at the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, Law was honored for his body of work in motion pictures.
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Arrests made in deadly shooting of Anaheim fitness trainer outside of his home
Kenneth Swets, 25, was shot and killed outside of his home in the 2000 block of S. Margie Lane on Sunday at around 8:40 p.m., police said.
Buena Park police shoot and kill allegedly armed man walking in lanes of 5 Freeway
It happened just after 1 p.m. near the I-5 Freeway and Artesia Boulevard, according to police.
Strong winds causes LAPD helicopter to hit the ground during training exercise
Santa winds on Tuesday caused a Los Angeles Police Department helicopter to hit the ground during a training drill in Orange County.
Red flag warnings issued with powerful winds expected to batter Southern California
Thousands of people could be without power due to the strong winds that are expected to batter Southern California in coming days.
Orange County man sentenced to 15 years in prison for real estate scam
The former businessman raised more than $17 million during the bogus house-flipping investment scam.
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San Bernardino County officials adopt new flag for first time in four decades
San Bernardino County government buildings will soon be flying a new flag for the first time in four decades after county officials approved a change.
51 truck loads of marijuana seized during bust in San Bernardino County
Deputies said that the 90,000 pounds of marijuana is worth more than $100 million.
California man pleads guilty to hate crime beating in Culver City
A homeless man from California pleaded guilty in federal court this Wednesday to punching an Asian American woman while shouting racial slurs at her in 2021.
San Bernardino's "Paintbrush Program" seeks to beautify storefronts and develop small business
Businesses can earn either $10k or $20k to improve their businesses' exterior appearance thanks to the "Paintbrush Program."
Red flag warnings issued with powerful winds expected to batter Southern California
Thousands of people could be without power due to the strong winds that are expected to batter Southern California in coming days.
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Tracking where Starbucks single-use cups actually end up when recycled | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A CBS News investigation says that it probably isn't.
How the ATF's gun tracing system helped police find the gunman in the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
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.
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Ex-Syrian military official indicted in California on torture charges
Samir Ousman al-Sheikh, who oversaw Syria's infamous Adra Prison from 2005 to 2008 under recently ousted President Bashar al-Assad, was arrested in Los Angeles in July.
Time magazine names its 2024 Person of the Year
The short list for Time's 2024 Person of the Year included Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Kate Middleton, Elon Musk and Benjamin Netanyahu.
Biden commutes about 1,500 sentences, most ever in single day
"These actions represent the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history," the White House said.
Meta donates $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund
The move comes two weeks after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Florida and dined with President-elect Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago.
House approves $895 billion defense bill with gender-affirming care restrictions
The House approved the massive $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act on Wednesday, after a controversial provision on gender-affirming care prompted backlash from Democrats.
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Ex-Syrian military official indicted in California on torture charges
Samir Ousman al-Sheikh, who oversaw Syria's infamous Adra Prison from 2005 to 2008 under recently ousted President Bashar al-Assad, was arrested in Los Angeles in July.
Time magazine names its 2024 Person of the Year
The short list for Time's 2024 Person of the Year included Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Kate Middleton, Elon Musk and Benjamin Netanyahu.
Biden commutes about 1,500 sentences, most ever in single day
"These actions represent the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history," the White House said.
Meta donates $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund
The move comes two weeks after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Florida and dined with President-elect Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago.
House approves $895 billion defense bill with gender-affirming care restrictions
The House approved the massive $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act on Wednesday, after a controversial provision on gender-affirming care prompted backlash from Democrats.
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Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
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.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
California driver's licenses / ID cars become available on Apple Wallet
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
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.
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Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
Health officials issue warning after seven Westminster residents contract Legionnaire's Disease
Public health officials are urging residents and business owners to monitor their water sources after seven people reported contracting Legionnaire's Disease in recent days.
First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County
The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
11 residents infected with dengue after Los Angeles County detects two more cases
Public health officials have reported two more locally acquired cases of the mosquito borne illness dengue in Los Angeles County, bringing the total to 11 cases in recent weeks.
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Ralphs files lawsuit seeking injunction against food trucks outside Pacific Palisades store
The lawsuit contends that multiple food truck operators have created constant nuisance outside of the store in the form of congestion, trash generation and rudeness to store employees.
Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Rare coin issued after California Gold Rush sold at auction for $1.4M
Avid coin collectors jumped at the chance to get their hands on a rare "double eagle" gold coin at a Southern California auction house.
Los Angeles County sues Pepsi and Coca-Cola over plastic bottles
Los Angeles County is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement
Two more members of the Los Angeles Times editorial board have resigned after the newspaper's owner blocked its plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
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Batherson has 3 goals and an assist as Senators beat Ducks 5-1
Drake Batherson had three goals and an assist, and the Ottawa Senators beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 for their third win in four games.
LeBron James excused from Lakers' practice; status for next game is unclear amid foot injury
LeBron James was excused from the Los Angeles Lakers' practice on Wednesday for personal reasons.
Bill Belichick reaches deal to coach the North Carolina Tar Heels
Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick agreed to a five-year deal with the University of North Carolina Tar Heels.
Rocky Colavito, 9-time All-Star outfielder, dies at 91 at home in Pa.
Rocky Colavito, a wildly popular outfielder in Cleveland who lived his final years in Berks County, Pennsylvania, has died.
Iriafen and Watkins score 20-plus points in helping No. 5 USC rout Fresno State 89-40
Kiki Iriafen had 24 points and 12 rebounds, JuJu Watkins added 21 points and No. 5 Southern California defeated Fresno State 89-40 for the Trojans' fifth win in a row.
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Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
2025 Golden Globes nominations announced
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Jay-Z, Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of raping 13-year-old in civil suit
The lawsuit alleges the unidentified girl was raped at a Video Music Awards afterparty in 2000.
British indie-rock band Sports Team robbed at gunpoint in Vallejo, California
A touring British indie-rock band said they lost personal gear when armed robbery targeted their van while they were getting coffee at a Vallejo Starbucks Tuesday morning on the first day of their U.S. tour.
Elton John says he lost his eyesight after eye infection
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
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multiple vehicles involved in deadly Sawtelle crash
A man is dead after multiple vehicles were involved in a crash in Sawtelle.
Multiple vehicles involved in deadly Sawtelle crash
A man is dead after multiple vehicles were involved in a crash in Sawtelle.
A high speed alleged stolen vehicle pursuit ends with a crash
Three suspects inside an alleged stolen car led police on a roughly 20-minute pursuit and ended up crashing near the Van Nuys Airport. All three ran off and led officers on a foot chase, with all suspects ultimately ending up in police custody.
Amber Lee’s 5 a.m. forecast | NEXT Weather
Cool and dry conditions continue Friday, with some afternoon sunshine ahead. Increased clouds are expected on Saturday, with possible showers.
Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw flies to Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center for today's Look At This!
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Franklin Fire engulfs Malibu Canyon, causes smoke clouds through region
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.
Mountain Fire explodes in Ventura County amid strong Santa Ana winds
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.
Remembering Chauncy Glover
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
LA Dodgers World Series Celebration
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers: 2024 World Series in Pictures
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
