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Los Angeles police in pursue possibly armed robbery suspects on I-5 Freeway
It's unclear how the chase began.
60-year-old man dead after shooting in downtown LA
It happened at around 4 p.m. near the 500 block of E. Fifth Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers found the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
South LA holds tree-lighting ceremony to honor memory of children who were murder victims
The ceremony, which was held as an "evening of healing and reflection" outside of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening.
Chino Valley Medical Center office building damaged by fire
The Second Alarm fire was reported at around 2:30 p.m. and forced the evacuation of ICU patients, according to firefighters.
Amazon warehouse in South El Monte destroyed by massive fire
Firefighters say that the warehouse was an Amazon package return facility.
Juan Soto to join Mets on record 15-year, $765 million deal, reports say
Juan Soto, the four-time MLB All-Star, has agreed to a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets, according to reports.
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.
NYPD divers return to Central Park amid manhunt for CEO shooter
The manhunt continues for the man captured on surveillance video last week fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
LA County Fire Department announces death of longtime captain
A Los Angeles County Fire Department captain died while in active duty, the department announced Sunday.
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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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Possibly armed robbery suspects lead police on high speed chase along I-5 Freeway
The suspect could be seen driving down the freeway at speeds reaching 100 miles per hour with their headlights and brake lights off with SkyCal overhead.
Thousands gather for 41st annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade
Thousands of people were on hand for the 41st annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade on Sunday.
CicLAvia hits streets of San Fernando Valley
CicLAvia hit the streets of the west San Fernando Valley on Sunday, encouraging people to ride, bike, skate, run or jog and encourage people to explore different neighborhoods across Los Angeles.
60-year-old man dead after shooting near Skid Row in downtown LA
Police have not announced any arrests.
Tree-lighting ceremony held at South LA Sheriff's Station to honor child murder victims
The ceremony, which was held as an "evening of healing and reflection" outside of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening. Laurie Perez reports.
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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.
Dodgers bring key reliever Blake Treinen back on two-year, $22 million deal: reports
Treinen, 36, was one of the Dodgers' most reliable pitchers through their successful 2024 World Series run.
Chiefs win 9th straight AFC West title, beating Chargers 19-17 on bank-shot field goal
Matthew Wright kicked a 31-yard field goal that banked off the left upright as time expired, and the Kansas City Chiefs survived another close game, beating the Los Angeles Chargers 19-17 to win their ninth straight AFC West title.
Jalen Green scores 31 to lead Rockets past Clippers 117-106
Jalen Green scored 31 points, Amen Thompson added 22 and the Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 117-106.
Juan Soto to join Mets on record 15-year, $765 million deal, reports say
Juan Soto, the four-time MLB All-Star, has agreed to a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets, according to reports.
Michael Conforto and Los Angeles Dodgers agree to $17 million, 1-year contract: reports
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that outfielder Michael Conforto and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a $17 million, one-year contract.
LeBron James misses 1st game this season, sidelined versus Portland due to left foot soreness
LeBron James will sit out Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers due to left foot soreness, the NBA career scoring leader's first missed game of the season.
Dylan Andrews banks in 3 with 0.4 seconds left to lift UCLA past No. 12 Oregon, 73-71
Dylan Andrews banked in a 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds remaining to give UCLA a 73-71 victory over No. 12 Oregon on Sunday, the Ducks' first loss of the season.
USC Trojans to face Texas A&M in Las Vegas Bowl
The Trojans will face Texas A&M on Dec. 27 at Allegiant Stadium for the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl.
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Los Angeles police in pursue possibly armed robbery suspects on I-5 Freeway
It's unclear how the chase began.
60-year-old man dead after shooting in downtown LA
It happened at around 4 p.m. near the 500 block of E. Fifth Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers found the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
South LA holds tree-lighting ceremony to honor memory of children who were murder victims
The ceremony, which was held as an "evening of healing and reflection" outside of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening.
Chino Valley Medical Center office building damaged by fire
The Second Alarm fire was reported at around 2:30 p.m. and forced the evacuation of ICU patients, according to firefighters.
Amazon warehouse in South El Monte destroyed by massive fire
Firefighters say that the warehouse was an Amazon package return facility.
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Los Angeles police in pursue possibly armed robbery suspects on I-5 Freeway
It's unclear how the chase began.
60-year-old man dead after shooting in downtown LA
It happened at around 4 p.m. near the 500 block of E. Fifth Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers found the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
South LA holds tree-lighting ceremony to honor memory of children who were murder victims
The ceremony, which was held as an "evening of healing and reflection" outside of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening.
Chino Valley Medical Center office building damaged by fire
The Second Alarm fire was reported at around 2:30 p.m. and forced the evacuation of ICU patients, according to firefighters.
Amazon warehouse in South El Monte destroyed by massive fire
Firefighters say that the warehouse was an Amazon package return facility.
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Pursuit suspect charged with murder after allegedly killing tourist
Hong Ngoc Nguyen was visiting childhood friends when the suspect allegedly ran a red light and hit her friend's car.
Police searching for suspect accused of throwing rocks at cars in Huntington Beach
Someone in Huntington Beach is throwing rocks at cars and it's causing a lot of damage and concern.
LA man charged in armed robbery spree outside malls and casino
The 21-year-old suspect faces a maximum sentence in federal prison for the armed robbery spree.
PIH Health hospitals targeted in ransomware attack
Because of the attack, PIH officials decided to shut their entire network offline, leaving millions without immediate access to their care.
Santa Ana family reels with hate crime suspect who allegedly stole Mexican flag
After displaying their Mexican flag proudly for years, a family in Santa Ana has turned to the police after a hate crime suspect stole their banner, defaced their property and threatened them.
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10 injured after motorcycle veers into crowd at Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
The crash happened when a police officer crashed their motorcycle, which then veered into the crowd of onlookers lining the streets during the Palm Springs Festival of Lights.
Man wanted for brandishing weapon surrenders after lengthy chase, brief standoff in San Bernardino
It's unclear what prompted the chase to begin.
Alleged DUI driver arrested for crash that killed Hemet city employee
The crash happened Thursday a little before 8 a.m. on Acacia Avenue near Kirby Street, according to Hemet Police Department officers.
Menifee police investigating "suspicious" shooting death
Police say that they arrived to the scene and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.
Corona police officer driving unmarked vehicle rammed by group of would-be robbers
The officer arrested the 40-year-old driver and two 16-year-old passengers after determining that they planned to rob him before finding out he was law enforcement.
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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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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.
NYPD divers return to Central Park amid manhunt for CEO shooter
The manhunt continues for the man captured on surveillance video last week fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Trump says he'll act on the "first day" on some Jan. 6 cases
Trump said of the Jan. 6 defendants and convicts, "I'm going to be acting very quickly," he told NBC News' "Meet the Press."
Trump calls for "immediate ceasefire" in Ukraine after Zelenskyy meeting
President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying that Ukraine and its president "would like to make a deal and stop the madness."
CEO shooting person of interest believed to have left NYC; FBI offers reward
The FBI announced Friday night it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
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Trump says he'll act on the "first day" on some Jan. 6 cases
Trump said of the Jan. 6 defendants and convicts, "I'm going to be acting very quickly," he told NBC News' "Meet the Press."
Trump calls for "immediate ceasefire" in Ukraine after Zelenskyy meeting
President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying that Ukraine and its president "would like to make a deal and stop the madness."
A fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims about U.S. fentanyl deaths
Both President-elect Donald Trump and incoming "border czar" Tom Homan cite inflated figures, with Trump often makes a misleading connection between migrants illegally crossing the border and the flow of fentanyl.
Appeals court upholds TikTok ban, declining to block law that would force sale
An appeals court judge wrote that the law that would force a sale or ban of TikTok "survive[s] constitutional scrutiny."
Trump cites Hunter Biden pardon in motion to dismiss New York criminal case
Donald Trump's attorneys mentioned Hunter Biden in a filing arguing the New York criminal case against the president-elect should be dismissed.
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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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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.
McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
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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.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente mental health workers go on strike across Southern California
Thousands of mental health workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities spanning across Southern California went on strike on Monday, calling for increased pay and restored pension plans, amid other demands.
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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.
Dodgers bring key reliever Blake Treinen back on two-year, $22 million deal: reports
Treinen, 36, was one of the Dodgers' most reliable pitchers through their successful 2024 World Series run.
Chiefs win 9th straight AFC West title, beating Chargers 19-17 on bank-shot field goal
Matthew Wright kicked a 31-yard field goal that banked off the left upright as time expired, and the Kansas City Chiefs survived another close game, beating the Los Angeles Chargers 19-17 to win their ninth straight AFC West title.
Jalen Green scores 31 to lead Rockets past Clippers 117-106
Jalen Green scored 31 points, Amen Thompson added 22 and the Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 117-106.
Juan Soto to join Mets on record 15-year, $765 million deal, reports say
Juan Soto, the four-time MLB All-Star, has agreed to a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets, according to reports.
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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.
Actress Hailee Steinfeld, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen engaged
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld were first linked in the spring of 2023 when they were photographed dining together in New York City.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book hits stores Friday. Here's what to know.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
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Possibly armed robbery suspects lead police on high speed chase along I-5 Freeway
The suspect could be seen driving down the freeway at speeds reaching 100 miles per hour with their headlights and brake lights off with SkyCal overhead.
Thousands gather for 41st annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade
Thousands of people were on hand for the 41st annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade on Sunday.
CicLAvia hits streets of San Fernando Valley
CicLAvia hit the streets of the west San Fernando Valley on Sunday, encouraging people to ride, bike, skate, run or jog and encourage people to explore different neighborhoods across Los Angeles.
60-year-old man dead after shooting near Skid Row in downtown LA
Police have not announced any arrests.
Tree-lighting ceremony held at South LA Sheriff's Station to honor child murder victims
The ceremony, which was held as an "evening of healing and reflection" outside of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening. Laurie Perez reports.
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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.
Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series Champions
The Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series in Game 5 in a 7-6 win over the New York Yankees
