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Several people detained and questioned at Granada Hills junk pile following raid
The raid of the junk pile and homeless encampment was granted after a viewer spotted a stolen van in previous coverage by CBSLA's Kristine Lazar.
Watch Live: After 6 weeks, jury hears closing arguments in Depp-Heard trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
2 On Your Side: Homeowner locked out by tenant who is accused of illegally subletting the home
Jason Reid purchased his home last summer, but has been unable to move in because a tenant who lived there when he bought it has refused to leave, had the locks changed and is accused of illegally subletting the home.
Single-vehicle collision prompts closure of Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood
The vehicle collided with a pole in the Wilshire Corridor. Fire crews on hand used hydraulic-powered rescue tools to extricate the car's lone occupant.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
'I am utterly shattered;' Hollywood reacts to news of Ray Liotta's death
Lorraine Bracco, who co-starred alongside Liotta in "Goodfellas," penned a heartfelt message to her longtime friend via Twitter. Other celebrities offering their thoughts included Robert De Niro, James Mangold and James Caan.
405 Freeway experiences hours-long congestion due to man lying on freeway bridge
The man was lying underneath a blanket on a bridge over the 405 Freeway in Inglewood.
Pre-pandemic levels of travel expected over Memorial Day Weekend despite high gas prices, rising COVID numbersl
LAX alone expects to see at least 200,000 daily travelers to pass through their terminals over the weekend. AAA expects Friday to be the busiest day of travel, as most freeways will experience double their normal volume.
What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Vlad Jr homers off Shohei Ohtani, Blue Jays top Angels 6-3
Both Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer homered off of Halos starter Shohei Ohtani, who ended up allowing five earned runs in his third loss of the season.
Residents of Chinatown apartment complex want city to buy the building amid rent dispute
On Friday, the LA City Council is scheduled to begin a process that could end with eminent domain in order to buy Hillside Villa Apartments, a 124-unit development in Chinatown, in an effort to keep some tenants housed amid rent increases by their landlord.
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The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
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Vlad Jr homers off Shohei Ohtani, Blue Jays top Angels 6-3
Both Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer homered off of Halos starter Shohei Ohtani, who ended up allowing five earned runs in his third loss of the season.
St Bonnie's QB Rosales thriving thru Type 1 Diabetes
He led St. Bonaventure High football to a 9-0 start in his first year as starting QB last year. And just days before the first kickoff, Manny Rosales learned he had Type 1 diabetes. Jill Painter Lopez sits down with Manny & his mom to talk about playing through it and succeeding on & off the field
Mitch Garver, Kole Calhoun HRs lead Texas past Angels 7-2
Mitch Garver homered in his third consecutive game, Kole Calhoun hit a two-run homer and the Rangers snapped a three-game skid with a 7-2 victory over Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
Nationals end skid against Dodgers, win 1-0 in series finale
Erick Fedde and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, César Hernández had an RBI single and the Washington Nationals beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 1-0 Wednesday to avoid a series sweep.
Mookie Betts homers twice, Dodgers cruise past Nationals 9-4
Mookie Betts homered twice on a night he was originally supposed to have off, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 9-4 Tuesday night.
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Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
The resignation comes as the rest of the council called on him last week to step down.
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Business analyst discusses housing market and how to cope with rising rent prices
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joined the studio to discuss the current house market, what to expect with rising rent prices and how to seek relief if available.
AAPI Heritage Month: Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast
As CBS celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Suzanne Marquez spoke with Michelle Zauner, the Korean American lead for Japanese Breakfast. Zauner, also an author and director, speaks about her inspirations, aspirations and love for Arianna Grande.
Amber Lee's weather forecast (May 27)
What to expect for the coming Memorial Day Weekend. Amber Lee details an incoming warming trend and more.
Health expert joins studio to discuss safety tips for Memorial Day Weekend
Dr. Kimberly Petrick, family physician with Santa Monica Kaiser Permanente, joined the studio to discuss a wide array of safety tips ahead of the four-day Memorial Day Weekend, including staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen and avoiding excessive alcohol intake.
3.1 million Southern Californians expected to travel over Memorial Day Weekend
AAA reports that of the 39.2 million Americans expected to travel for the extended Memorial Day Weekend, 3.1 million of that number are Southern Californians. As a result, LAX and local roadways are already experiencing an increase in traffic. Tina Patel reports.
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Several people detained and questioned at Granada Hills junk pile following raid
The raid of the junk pile and homeless encampment was granted after a viewer spotted a stolen van in previous coverage by CBSLA's Kristine Lazar.
Watch Live: After 6 weeks, jury hears closing arguments in Depp-Heard trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
2 On Your Side: Homeowner locked out by tenant who is accused of illegally subletting the home
Jason Reid purchased his home last summer, but has been unable to move in because a tenant who lived there when he bought it has refused to leave, had the locks changed and is accused of illegally subletting the home.
Single-vehicle collision prompts closure of Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood
The vehicle collided with a pole in the Wilshire Corridor. Fire crews on hand used hydraulic-powered rescue tools to extricate the car's lone occupant.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
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Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
The resignation comes as the rest of the council called on him last week to step down.
Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
It only took a day for the city to issue an order to comply, multiple citations and a fine to the property owner after Thursday's exclusive story aired.
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Single-vehicle collision prompts closure of Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood
The vehicle collided with a pole in the Wilshire Corridor. Fire crews on hand used hydraulic-powered rescue tools to extricate the car's lone occupant.
405 Freeway experiences hours-long congestion due to man lying on freeway bridge
The man was lying underneath a blanket on a bridge over the 405 Freeway in Inglewood.
Pre-pandemic levels of travel expected over Memorial Day Weekend despite high gas prices, rising COVID numbersl
LAX alone expects to see at least 200,000 daily travelers to pass through their terminals over the weekend. AAA expects Friday to be the busiest day of travel, as most freeways will experience double their normal volume.
Residents of Chinatown apartment complex want city to buy the building amid rent dispute
On Friday, the LA City Council is scheduled to begin a process that could end with eminent domain in order to buy Hillside Villa Apartments, a 124-unit development in Chinatown, in an effort to keep some tenants housed amid rent increases by their landlord.
Several people detained and questioned at Granada Hills junk pile following raid
The raid of the junk pile and homeless encampment was granted after a viewer spotted a stolen van in previous coverage by CBSLA's Kristine Lazar.
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One killed, one hospitalized after car crash in Huntington Beach
According to police, the vehicle was involved in a chase with Fountain Valley PD but the pursuit was canceled before the crash.
Local schools join nationwide walkout in support of gun control
The movement comes in the wake of the horrific school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
Man charged with attempted murder after hitting Santa Ana children with his car
Jason Carlos Guzman, 26, was charged with seven counts of premeditated attempted murder.
Anaheim school district works to end bullying with 'Second Step' program
Orange County schools have invested more resources into their students' mental health with hopes to end bullying.
California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
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Woman robbed outside Redlands Target
The two young suspects in the case approached the woman, asked if she wanted to buy some candy and then snatched her wallet, getting away with hundreds of dollars. Police have released security footage in hopes of identifying them.
24-year-old man arrested for suspected carjacking in Redlands
Roberto Carlos Sanchez Jr. is accused of carjacking after stealing the keys from 81-year-old Nina Steinman as she was feeding several unhoused men from the back of her SUV. The 81-year-old woman was knocked to the ground as Sanchez fled the scene in her vehicle.
Operation "Walk in the Park" leads to 17 felony arrests in Riverside street gang
In all, 17 people were arrested, 55 firearms were confiscated and two pounds of fentanyl, cocaine and heroin were seized in the multi-year operation between several law enforcement agencies.
6 charged in $10 million recycling fraud scheme that brought 9 tons of cans, bottles to California for CRV redemption
The defendants allegedly brought truckloads of aluminum cans and plastic bottles from Arizona into California in order to redeem the recycling refund value of those items.
Police: 21-year-old San Bernardino man found with large cache of assault rifles, other firearms
Robert Andrew Medina, 21, of San Bernardino, is being held on multiple weapons charges and is scheduled to appear in court next Wednesday.
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Watch Live: After 6 weeks, jury hears closing arguments in Depp-Heard trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
4th-grade shooting survivor says gunman told class: "It's time to die"
The student said at one point, a cop told students to yell if they need help. One of the kids did – and "the guy overheard and he came in and shot her."
Elon Musk revises Twitter financing plan to include more equity
News alleviates investor doubts over billionaire's resolve, sending Twitter stocks up 5.5% in after-hours trading.
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NRA says it is "committed to making schools secure" and Texas convention will still go on
President Trump said Wednesday he still plans on attending the convention.
O'Rourke to Abbott at Uvalde presser: "You are doing nothing"
One of the officials on stage told O'Rourke, "You are out of line" and called him a "sick son of a b****."
Anaheim City Council votes unanimously to void Angel Stadium sale
One day after former Mayor Sidhu resigned amid a federal corruption investigation, the remaining city council members unanimously voted late Tuesday night to void the $325 million dollar deal sale of Angel Stadium.
Biden to sign policing executive order 2 years after George Floyd died
Biden is signing the order on federal policing two years after Floyd died at the hands of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Governor Newsom warns of statewide water restrictions as drought concerns continue to worsen
California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if residents don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
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California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
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LA County reports over 6,000 new COVID cases for the first time since February
Over the past seven, the county has averaged more than 4,200 per day.
COVID-19 cases on the rise in LA County schools
Public Health said there were 5,918 positive cases at L.A. County schools during the week ending on May 15.
More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
Report: LA County deaths went up 26% in 2020, with COVID as the second-leading cause of death
Los Angeles County's first confirmed death from COVID was on March 19, 2020.
Officials investigating first possible case of monkeypox in California
While it is California's first suspected case, at least one confirmed case was found in Massachusetts.
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Hyundai expands recall for some Elantra and Accent sedans
According to the automaker the devices that lock seatbelt retractors can explode during a crash.
California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
Jif peanut butter products recalled for potential salmonella contamination
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
Sports
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Vlad Jr homers off Shohei Ohtani, Blue Jays top Angels 6-3
Both Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer homered off of Halos starter Shohei Ohtani, who ended up allowing five earned runs in his third loss of the season.
Mitch Garver, Kole Calhoun HRs lead Texas past Angels 7-2
Mitch Garver homered in his third consecutive game, Kole Calhoun hit a two-run homer and the Rangers snapped a three-game skid with a 7-2 victory over Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
Nationals end skid against Dodgers, win 1-0 in series finale
Erick Fedde and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, César Hernández had an RBI single and the Washington Nationals beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 1-0 Wednesday to avoid a series sweep.
Mookie Betts homers twice, Dodgers cruise past Nationals 9-4
Mookie Betts homered twice on a night he was originally supposed to have off, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 9-4 Tuesday night.
Anderson goes eight strong as Dodgers offense lays it on Nats in 10-1 victory
Tyler Anderson tossed five perfect innings before allowing a pair of hits in the sixth inning. He finished the day going eight shutout innings for his fifth win of the season.
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Watch Live: After 6 weeks, jury hears closing arguments in Depp-Heard trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Andy Fletcher, Depeche Mode keyboardist and founding member, dead at 60
The band announced Fletcher's passing via Twitter on Thursday.
Plastic Ono Band, Yes drummer Alan White dies at 72
White's wife announced his death following a brief illness via his official Facebook page on Thursday.
'I am utterly shattered'; Hollywood reacts to news of Ray Liotta's death
Lorraine Bracco, who co-starred alongside Liotta in "Goodfellas," penned a heartfelt message to her longtime friend via Twitter. Other celebrities offering their thoughts included Robert De Niro, Kevin Costner and James Caan.
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Business analyst discusses housing market and how to cope with rising rent prices
CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joined the studio to discuss the current house market, what to expect with rising rent prices and how to seek relief if available.
AAPI Heritage Month: Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast
As CBS celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Suzanne Marquez spoke with Michelle Zauner, the Korean American lead for Japanese Breakfast. Zauner, also an author and director, speaks about her inspirations, aspirations and love for Arianna Grande.
Amber Lee's weather forecast (May 27)
What to expect for the coming Memorial Day Weekend. Amber Lee details an incoming warming trend and more.
Health expert joins studio to discuss safety tips for Memorial Day Weekend
Dr. Kimberly Petrick, family physician with Santa Monica Kaiser Permanente, joined the studio to discuss a wide array of safety tips ahead of the four-day Memorial Day Weekend, including staying hydrated, wearing sunscreen and avoiding excessive alcohol intake.
3.1 million Southern Californians expected to travel over Memorial Day Weekend
AAA reports that of the 39.2 million Americans expected to travel for the extended Memorial Day Weekend, 3.1 million of that number are Southern Californians. As a result, LAX and local roadways are already experiencing an increase in traffic. Tina Patel reports.
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The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
64th Annual Grammys
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
Shots from The Chevron Championship 2022
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.
