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Deputies shoot suspect at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
Law enforcement continues their investigation Tuesday morning at the site of the shooting of an armed robbery suspect on the northbound I-15 Freeway, north of SR-138. Only one lane is open on the northbound 1-15 Freeway
Pedestrian struck and killed on 101 Freeway in East Hollywood
It happened on northbound lanes near the Vermont Avenue ramps at around 6 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.
Los Angeles City Attorney declines to file charges in racist recording scandal
The Los Angeles City Attorney has declined to press charges related to the racist recording that ousted the council president two years ago.
Viento's grand slam and Lindor's first inning homer lead Mets to 7-3 win over Dodgers
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at a game apiece.
Fullerton City Council candidate charged with multiple felonies for forging paperwork
Scott Edward Markowitz was charged on Friday last week with perjury by declaration as well as procuring or offering false or forged documents to be filed, registered or recorded. Both charges are felonies, according to Orange County District Attorney's Office.
Man dies after crashing into several parked cars in Torrance
The crash happened at around 1:30 a.m. near Torrance Boulevard and Fern Avenue, according to the Torrance Police Department.
Alhambra installs 24/7 vending machine outside of library with access to more than 200 books
The city of Alhambra made a unique step towards providing easy access to literary works of all genres, any time of day by installing a 24/7 vending machine at one of their most popular parks.
Historic Sears building in Riverside up for demolition to make way for apartments and townhomes
The massive Sears department store that was once a staple of Riverside is set for demolition, sparking some debate amongst residents who say the planned use for the property isn't as simple as city leaders say.
Tom Brady's minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders approved by NFL owners
Tom Brady takes 5% control of the Raiders. He can't come of out retirement and play again unless he sells his stake in the team.
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How a young woman's memory became a focal point in California's Prop 36 fight
Fentanyl took her life. Frustrated with the legislature, Matt Capelouto took matters into his own hands and attempted to get Alexandra's Law on the ballot so that the public could vote on it themselves.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Bill that would help protect California seniors from scammers waits for Gov. Newsom's signature
Credit card companies are responsible for fraud loss, under federal law. But there's no penalty for big banks when venerable victims wire thousands of dollars to scammers.
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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.
How a white truck helped arson investigators track down the man accused of starting the Line Fire
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
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Santa Clarita Valley Papa John's restaurants broken into several times in past week
A pair of Santa Clarita Valley Papa John's need help finding the crew that broke into the restaurants in the past week.
Bronson Canyon in Griffith Park | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw takes us to Bronson Canyon in Griffith Park, one of Hollywood's favorite filming locations for more than 100 years now.
Neighbors living near Chiquita Canyon landfill say fumes are causing cancer cluster
Amanda Starrantino reports from the Santa Clarita Valley, where residents living near the Chiquita Canyon Landfill say that the toxic fumes escaping from the area are causing a cancer cluster.
Santa Monica College shooting suspect dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound after manhunt
Tom Wait reports from Santa Monica, where the investigation into an act of "workplace violence" continued late Tuesday after a Santa Monica College employee was shot by a coworker who was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound hours later.
Pedestrian struck and killed on 101 Freeway in East Hollywood
The investigation caused an hours-long closure on the 101 Freeway, impacting the Tuesday morning commute for hundreds of people.
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Tom Brady's minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders approved by NFL owners
Tom Brady takes 5% control of the Raiders. He can't come of out retirement and play again unless he sells his stake in the team.
Tom Gores' purchase of a 27% stake in the Los Angeles Chargers is approved by NFL team owners
Tom Gores' purchase of a 27% stake in the Los Angeles Chargers was approved by NFL team owners on Tuesday during the league's fall meetings in Atlanta.
Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets
A snake slithered through the Los Angeles Dodgers dugout during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Viento's grand slam and Lindor's first inning homer lead Mets to 7-3 win over Dodgers
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at a game apiece.
Kershaw says he plans to return to Dodgers for 18th season in 2025
Clayton Kershaw says he plans to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers for his 18th season next year.
Josh Norris scores overtime goal to lift Senators past Kings 8-7
Josh Norris capped a two-goal effort with the game-winning goal 56 seconds into overtime and the Ottawa Senators beat the Los Angeles Kings 8-7.
Jerry West becomes first three-time inductee as Carter and Billups enter basketball's Hall of Fame
Jerry West has made history by becoming the first three-time inductee to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Howden, Hertl, Dorofeyev all score in Golden Knights' 3-2 win over Ducks
Brett Howden, Tomas Hertl and Pavel Dorofeyev each scored a goal and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-1.
Dodgers cruise to 9-0 win over Mets and take Game 1 of NLCS
The Dodgers jumped to a 1-0 lead in the National League Championship Series with a 9-0 trouncing of the New York Mets on Sunday evening.
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Deputies shoot suspect at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
Law enforcement continues their investigation Tuesday morning at the site of the shooting of an armed robbery suspect on the northbound I-15 Freeway, north of SR-138. Only one lane is open on the northbound 1-15 Freeway
Pedestrian struck and killed on 101 Freeway in East Hollywood
It happened on northbound lanes near the Vermont Avenue ramps at around 6 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.
Los Angeles City Attorney declines to file charges in racist recording scandal
The Los Angeles City Attorney has declined to press charges related to the racist recording that ousted the council president two years ago.
Viento's grand slam and Lindor's first inning homer lead Mets to 7-3 win over Dodgers
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at a game apiece.
Fullerton City Council candidate charged with multiple felonies for forging paperwork
Scott Edward Markowitz was charged on Friday last week with perjury by declaration as well as procuring or offering false or forged documents to be filed, registered or recorded. Both charges are felonies, according to Orange County District Attorney's Office.
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Pedestrian struck and killed on 101 Freeway in East Hollywood
It happened on northbound lanes near the Vermont Avenue ramps at around 6 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.
Los Angeles City Attorney declines to file charges in racist recording scandal
The Los Angeles City Attorney has declined to press charges related to the racist recording that ousted the council president two years ago.
Man dies after crashing into several parked cars in Torrance
The crash happened at around 1:30 a.m. near Torrance Boulevard and Fern Avenue, according to the Torrance Police Department.
Alhambra installs 24/7 vending machine outside of library with access to more than 200 books
The city of Alhambra made a unique step towards providing easy access to literary works of all genres, any time of day by installing a 24/7 vending machine at one of their most popular parks.
Menendez brothers' relatives to speak out as DA considers resentencing
Nearly two dozen family members of Erik and Lyle Menendez are expected to gather Wednesday in downtown Los Angeles in support of the brothers' release after nearly 35 years in prison for the 1989 killings of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez.
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Fullerton City Council candidate charged with multiple felonies for forging paperwork
Scott Edward Markowitz was charged on Friday last week with perjury by declaration as well as procuring or offering false or forged documents to be filed, registered or recorded. Both charges are felonies, according to Orange County District Attorney's Office.
Orange County high school requiring students to scan a QR code before using the bathroom
A Huntington Beach high school ditched hall passes and replaced them with QR codes, leaving some kids uneasy.
Southern California gets its first full service EV charging center
Rove celebrated its opening of the full-service Santa Ana electric vehicle charging center, with 40 EV fast chargers and a Gelson's mini market.
OCFA cadet remains hospitalized in ICU after crash with alleged DUI driver
Christian Bedolla's car was hit by an alleged drunk driver on Oct. 8 a little before 11 p.m. near Cabot Road and Crown Valley Parkway in the Laguna Niguel area, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
Disneyland ups prices for most tickets by nearly 6%
For the second consecutive year Disneyland park officials have opted to increase prices on almost all ticket tiers by around 6% depending on the demand for any given day.
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Historic Sears building in Riverside up for demolition to make way for apartments and townhomes
The massive Sears department store that was once a staple of Riverside is set for demolition, sparking some debate amongst residents who say the planned use for the property isn't as simple as city leaders say.
Search for suspect continues after man found shot to death in Pomona
The incident happened at around 4:10 a.m. in the 1400 block of W. Mission Boulevard, according to the Pomona Police Department.
Firefighters making progress on 260-acre brush fire in Beaumont
The blaze, dubbed the Jack Fire by firefighters, has torched 200 acres and is 90% contained as of Monday evening.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
19-year-old arrested for killing his father near Mt. Baldy
It happened on Mt. Badly Road near Shinn Road, deputies said.
KCAL News Investigations
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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.
How a white truck helped arson investigators track down the man accused of starting the Line Fire
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
National News
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Tom Brady's minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders approved by NFL owners
Tom Brady takes 5% control of the Raiders. He can't come of out retirement and play again unless he sells his stake in the team.
Kroger, Trader Joe's foods are part of BrucePac meat recall for listeria
BrucePac recalled nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products used in popular products at Trader Joe's, Kroger and more.
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over next 3 years
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.
Here's how to delete your 23andMe data, as company flounders
Here's how to delete your data as company shake-up leaves customers wondering what will happen to their DNA info.
New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
Politics
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Los Angeles City Attorney declines to file charges in racist recording scandal
The Los Angeles City Attorney has declined to press charges related to the racist recording that ousted the council president two years ago.
Gov. Newsom signs law aimed at preventing California gas prices from spiking
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its-kind law requiring gas companies to store minimum levels of gasoline. The goal is to prevent spikes in California gas prices.
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay icon, dead at 86
Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of women getting paid the same as men for doing the same work, has died, her family said in a statement. She was 86.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
Harris releases medical records, physician says she is in "excellent health"
The Harris campaign views the release as an opportunity to turn the conversation towards the physical health and mental acuity of her opponent, former President Donald Trump.
Consumer News
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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.
Health News
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Kroger, Trader Joe's foods are part of BrucePac meat recall for listeria
BrucePac recalled nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products used in popular products at Trader Joe's, Kroger and more.
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over next 3 years
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.
Here's how to delete your 23andMe data, as company flounders
Here's how to delete your data as company shake-up leaves customers wondering what will happen to their DNA info.
How "Tommy John surgery" changed our national pastime
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Fisher-Price recalls more than 2 million infant swings after 5 deaths
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
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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's Newsom vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars
California would have become the first to require such systems for all new cars, trucks and buses sold in the state starting in 2030.
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.
Rebuilding Pac-12 adding Boise St., Colorado St., Fresno St. and San Diego St.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
Sports News
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Tom Brady's minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders approved by NFL owners
Tom Brady takes 5% control of the Raiders. He can't come of out retirement and play again unless he sells his stake in the team.
Tom Gores' purchase of a 27% stake in the Los Angeles Chargers is approved by NFL team owners
Tom Gores' purchase of a 27% stake in the Los Angeles Chargers was approved by NFL team owners on Tuesday during the league's fall meetings in Atlanta.
Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets
A snake slithered through the Los Angeles Dodgers dugout during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Viento's grand slam and Lindor's first inning homer lead Mets to 7-3 win over Dodgers
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at a game apiece.
Kershaw says he plans to return to Dodgers for 18th season in 2025
Clayton Kershaw says he plans to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers for his 18th season next year.
Entertainment News
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New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
"Game of Thrones" famed Iron Throne sells for $1.49 million at auction
"Game of Thrones" fans came out in droves to bid on hundreds of costumes, props and other items from the series in an auction that raked in over $21 million, including #1.49 million for the famed Iron Throne.
Al Pacino on becoming Al Pacino
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
Jack Antonoff on the "randomness" of creativity
The 11-time Grammy-winner has written or produced songs with some of the biggest names in the business. Jack Antonoff talks about producing for Taylor Swift, singing with Bleachers, and appearing in a music video with wife Margaret Qualley.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
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Santa Clarita Valley Papa John's restaurants broken into several times in past week
A pair of Santa Clarita Valley Papa John's need help finding the crew that broke into the restaurants in the past week.
Bronson Canyon in Griffith Park | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw takes us to Bronson Canyon in Griffith Park, one of Hollywood's favorite filming locations for more than 100 years now.
Neighbors living near Chiquita Canyon landfill say fumes are causing cancer cluster
Amanda Starrantino reports from the Santa Clarita Valley, where residents living near the Chiquita Canyon Landfill say that the toxic fumes escaping from the area are causing a cancer cluster.
Santa Monica College shooting suspect dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound after manhunt
Tom Wait reports from Santa Monica, where the investigation into an act of "workplace violence" continued late Tuesday after a Santa Monica College employee was shot by a coworker who was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound hours later.
Pedestrian struck and killed on 101 Freeway in East Hollywood
The investigation caused an hours-long closure on the 101 Freeway, impacting the Tuesday morning commute for hundreds of people.
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Bridge Fire grows in acreage, prompting evacuation warnings
The Bridge Fire in California's Angeles National Forest exploded to more than 34,000 acres Tuesday evening, prompting evacuations and road closures.
Airport Fire burns thens of thousands of acres in Orange County
The Airport Fire burning in eastern Orange County is one of three brush fires continuing to rage in Southern California as hot temperatures and dry conditions challenge firefighting crews.
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.
