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San Diego plane crash into military housing leaves at least 2 dead, multiple people injured, police say
Two people are dead and eight others were injured after a small plane crashed in San Diego, officials say.
Cop partied, ran races while collecting $600,000 for fake injury, DA says
Westminster officer Nicole Brown, 39, was charged Monday with 15 felonies of workers' compensation and insurance fraud, officials said.
Flames burn Pacific Palisades home that survived January wildfire
After a frantic 911 call, firefighters rushed to Pacific Palisades to save one of the homes that survived the January wildfires.
Fontana woman fights off suspect posing as water inspector
The 75-year-old woman beat the would-be robber after seeing her wallet in the suspect's pocket.
Southern California temperatures remain above normal with a cool-down settling in
KCAL News initially issued a Next Weather Alert for inland heat, however after reviewing the latest forecast data, our meteorologists canceled the alert Thursday at 8 a.m., six to 10 hours ahead of schedule.
PCH to fully reopen on Friday, ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Since the Palisades Fire, Pacific Coast Highway has only been open to first responders, construction crews and local residents.
LA County Sheriff's Department to exceed $500 million in overtime pay
LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said his department is on pace to have a record amount of overtime spending, surpassing last year's mark of nearly $500 million.
More than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Los Angeles County
Officials in Los Angeles County seized more than 100,000 pounds of illegal fireworks
LA County deputies arrest juvenile connected to fireworks explosions in Santa Clarita
Deputies arrested a juvenile connected to the constant fireworks explosions that have frustrated Santa Clarita neighbors.
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FAIR Plan Fix: What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California's insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it's taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
California wants fewer homeowners insured on the FAIR Plan. Data show the state's strategy may not be enough.
As more people in California lose private insurance, the state's FAIR plan is filling up with homes in places the industry itself has classified as low-risk for wildfire.
CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
The public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials. Should that be legal? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix it following a CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive CONTINUING COVERAGE: Investigating California's Insurance Crisis
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LA city official vows to take action after KCAL News investigation into brush clearance after Palisa
KCAL News Investigates gets answers after senior reporter Ross Palombo uncovers serious concerns regarding brush clearance in the wake of the Palisades Fire.
KCAL News investigation uncovers brush issues in wake of Palisades Fire
A KCAL News Investigation has discovered dozens of parcels of lands in the Palisades Fire zone that presented fire danger due to overgrown brush, a problem that firefighters had been trying to fix for years.
Mayor Bass believes LA is safer in wake of KCAL investigation and hydrant repairs
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
Hollywood Hills neighbors raise concerns about homeless encampment fires
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years. Ross Palombo reports.
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Former Westminster police officer accused in massive insurance fraud case
A former Westminster a police officer was caught partying at the Stagecoach Music Festival while collecting more than $600,000 in workers' compensation for a head injury that prosecutors allege was faked.
TV personality and chef, Crystal Kung Minkoff, shares a favorite recipe
Crystal Kung Minkoff shares a humble dish and explains the symbolism of Chinese food.
Season 48 “Survivor” winner talks about his victory
Kyle Fraser discusses “Survivor” Season 48, and what it took to win.
Foster parents share their experiences helping children | Foster Care Awareness Month
Kym Renner, LA County DCFS deputy director discusses the need for foster care, as foster parents share the challenges and rewards.
Officials hold a news conference in the neighborhood of the San Diego small plane crash
San Diego fire and police and other officials held a news conference to explain the situation in the neighborhood where a small plane crashed.
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"Tush push" ban fails at spring league meetings after Eagles' Super Bowl win
The Green Bay Packers' effort to ban the "tush push" failed at the NFL's spring league meetings Wednesday.
Angels beat Athletics 7-5 for fifth straight win
Logan O'Hoppe homered and had a tiebreaking RBI single as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Athletics 7-5 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight win.
Muncy's sacrifice fly scores Ohtani with go-ahead run in 10th and Dodgers beat D-backs 4-3
Max Muncy's sacrifice fly to center scored Shohei Ohtani with the winning run in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 to snap a four-game skid.
Ward, Schanuel lead Angels to 4-3 victory over slumping Athletics
Taylor Ward hit a two-run homer, Nolan Schanuel also went deep and the Los Angeles Angels beat the skidding Athletics 4-3 on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series.
Pfaadt earns MLB-best 7th win as the Diamondbacks beat the scuffling Dodgers 9-5
Brandon Pfaadt became the first seven-game winner in the majors and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5.
Marco Reus scores 2 goals for LA Galaxy in 2-2 tie with LAFC
Marco Reus scored two goals for the LA Galaxy in a 2-2 tie with Los Angeles FC in the 20th playing of El Tráfico in the MLS regular season.
Scottie Scheffler wins PGA Championship to take home 3rd major title
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title.
Travis d'Arnaud's tiebreaking homer in 8th leads Angels over Dodgers 6-4 for 3-game sweep
Travis d'Arnaud broke an eighth-inning tie with his first home run of the season, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Dodgers 6-4 for their first three-game Freeway Series sweep since 2010.
Chris Taylor released by Dodgers, who owe him $13.4 million
Chris Taylor was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers to clear a roster spot for utilityman Tommy Edman, who was activated off the injured list and was in the starting lineup for the series finale against the Los Angeles Angels.
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San Diego plane crash into military housing leaves at least 2 dead, multiple people injured, police say
Two people are dead and eight others were injured after a small plane crashed in San Diego, officials say.
Cop partied, ran races while collecting $600,000 for fake injury, DA says
Westminster officer Nicole Brown, 39, was charged Monday with 15 felonies of workers' compensation and insurance fraud, officials said.
Flames burn Pacific Palisades home that survived January wildfire
After a frantic 911 call, firefighters rushed to Pacific Palisades to save one of the homes that survived the January wildfires.
Fontana woman fights off suspect posing as water inspector
The 75-year-old woman beat the would-be robber after seeing her wallet in the suspect's pocket.
Southern California temperatures remain above normal with a cool-down settling in
KCAL News initially issued a Next Weather Alert for inland heat, however after reviewing the latest forecast data, our meteorologists canceled the alert Thursday at 8 a.m., six to 10 hours ahead of schedule.
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Southern California temperatures remain above normal with a cool-down settling in
KCAL News initially issued a Next Weather Alert for inland heat, however after reviewing the latest forecast data, our meteorologists canceled the alert Thursday at 8 a.m., six to 10 hours ahead of schedule.
San Diego plane crash into military housing leaves at least 2 dead, multiple people injured, police say
Two people are dead and eight others were injured after a small plane crashed in San Diego, officials say.
Flames burn Pacific Palisades home that survived January wildfire
After a frantic 911 call, firefighters rushed to Pacific Palisades to save one of the homes that survived the January wildfires.
PCH to fully reopen on Friday, ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Since the Palisades Fire, Pacific Coast Highway has only been open to first responders, construction crews and local residents.
LA County Sheriff's Department to exceed $500 million in overtime pay
LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said his department is on pace to have a record amount of overtime spending, surpassing last year's mark of nearly $500 million.
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Santa Ana City Council votes to move forward with further look at ICE operation alert system
Santa Ana City Council members on Tuesday voted to move forward with a program that would create an alert system to notify residents before federal immigration sweeps.
Triple-digit heat expected for Inland Empire as warm front hits Southern California
Some parts of the Inland Empire could reach a little over 100 degrees as a two-day burst of heat pushes through Southern California.
3.8-magnitude earthquake strikes near Grapevine
A preliminary 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Grapevine Monday afternoon.
Irvine police bust organized residential burglary ring
An Easter Sunday traffic stop by an Irvine police officer led to the investigation and arrests of four men and a woman.
Laguna Beach hotel faces backlash over private beach signs
The Coastal Act of 1976 bars private properties from blocking public access to beaches along the California coast.
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Fontana woman fights off suspect posing as water inspector
The 75-year-old woman beat the would-be robber after seeing her wallet in the suspect's pocket.
Police say passer-by struck and killed by car involved in nearby collision in Riverside
Police say that one of the two cars involved in the collision veered into the pedestrian who was walking in the area.
Body of elderly San Bernardino County woman missing for a week found off Highway 247
The 86-year-old woman was found "near a large group of boulders" off Highway 247 in the Johnson Valley area, according to San Bernardino County deputies.
Triple-digit heat expected for Inland Empire as warm front hits Southern California
Some parts of the Inland Empire could reach a little over 100 degrees as a two-day burst of heat pushes through Southern California.
Riverside County supervisors approve fire chief's request to close hiking trails during wildfire season
The Riverside Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously voted to approve a request from the county fire chief to close a number of outdoor recreational locations and hiking trails for the duration of the looming wildfire season.
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LA city official vows to take action after KCAL News investigation into brush clearance after Palisa
KCAL News Investigates gets answers after senior reporter Ross Palombo uncovers serious concerns regarding brush clearance in the wake of the Palisades Fire.
LA councilwoman vows to get more funds for brush clearance after Palisades Fire
Councilwoman Traci Park vowed to get more resources for LAFD's brush clearance unit. Ross Palombo reports.
KCAL News investigation uncovers brush issues in wake of Palisades Fire
A KCAL News Investigation has discovered dozens of parcels of lands in the Palisades Fire zone that presented fire danger due to overgrown brush, a problem that firefighters had been trying to fix for years.
KCAL News investigation uncovers brush issues in wake of Palisades Fire
A KCAL News Investigation has discovered dozens of parcels of lands in the Palisades Fire zone that presented fire danger due to overgrown brush, a problem that firefighters had been trying to fix for years. Ross Palombo reports.
Lawmaker calls for state audit of LAUSD after fraud lawsuit from former superintendent
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
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Cop partied, ran races while collecting $600,000 for fake injury, DA says
Westminster officer Nicole Brown, 39, was charged Monday with 15 felonies of workers' compensation and insurance fraud, officials said.
Inside the blast zone following bombing at Calif. fertility clinic
Three days after an explosion believed to be intended for a fertility clinic rocked the city of Palm Springs, California, the smell of smoke still filled the air.
George Wendt, actor beloved as Norm on "Cheers," dies at 76
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
U.S. to pay $5 million settlement to family of Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt
Ashli Babbitt's death was a rallying point for Trump loyalists and Capitol rioters who alleged police used unnecessary force in stopping the mob on Jan. 6.
Father of Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing suspect speaks out
Guy Edward Bartkus, 25, is believed to be the suspect behind a bombing outside of a fertility clinic in Palm Springs on Saturday.
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California's plan to ban new gas-powered cars by 2035 could soon hit dead end
The U.S. Senate is set to take a controversial vote on whether or not to lift that ban.
U.S. to pay $5 million settlement to family of Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt
Ashli Babbitt's death was a rallying point for Trump loyalists and Capitol rioters who alleged police used unnecessary force in stopping the mob on Jan. 6.
Biden diagnosed with "aggressive form" of prostate cancer, his office says
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office said in a statement on Sunday.
Melania Trump statue disappears, after previous one was set on fire
A bronze statue of first lady Melania Trump was sawed off and carried away from her hometown in Slovenia.
Gov. Newsom blames Trump policies for $12 billion California budget deficit
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced his revised $332 billion state spending proposal, revealing that California is facing a $12 billion budget deficit.
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California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Proposal seeks to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts in California
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
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.
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LA County Public Health introduces Community Health Stations with free medical supplies
Some of the free supplies being provided include at-home COVID-19 test kits, condoms, fentanyl test strips and naloxone.
LA County resident tests positive for measles after Texas trip
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Bat found at park in Orange County tests positive for rabies
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
Newsom OKs $2.8B to close California's Medicaid funding gap
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
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California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing immigrant health care coverage expansion
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California will sue to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs: "No other state will be more impacted"
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
State seems receptive to State Farm's emergency rate hike request
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
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"Tush push" ban fails at spring league meetings after Eagles' Super Bowl win
The Green Bay Packers' effort to ban the "tush push" failed at the NFL's spring league meetings Wednesday.
Angels beat Athletics 7-5 for fifth straight win
Logan O'Hoppe homered and had a tiebreaking RBI single as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Athletics 7-5 on Tuesday night for their fifth straight win.
Muncy's sacrifice fly scores Ohtani with go-ahead run in 10th and Dodgers beat D-backs 4-3
Max Muncy's sacrifice fly to center scored Shohei Ohtani with the winning run in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 to snap a four-game skid.
Ward, Schanuel lead Angels to 4-3 victory over slumping Athletics
Taylor Ward hit a two-run homer, Nolan Schanuel also went deep and the Los Angeles Angels beat the skidding Athletics 4-3 on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series.
Pfaadt earns MLB-best 7th win as the Diamondbacks beat the scuffling Dodgers 9-5
Brandon Pfaadt became the first seven-game winner in the majors and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5.
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George Wendt, actor beloved as Norm on "Cheers," dies at 76
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died.
Weezer bassist's wife shot by LAPD officers pleads not guilty to charges in Eagle Rock shooting
Shriner is due back in court on June 18, according to prosecutors.
Key moments from Cassie Ventura's testimony at Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, the singer Cassie Ventura, took the stand this week at his sex trafficking trial in New York City.
Kim Kardashian takes stand in Paris trial over 2016 armed robbery
Kim Kardashian took the witness stand at the Paris trial of 10 people who stand accused over a 2016 robbery in the French capital during which she was held at gunpoint.
Tory Lanez attacked in prison while serving time for shooting Megan Thee Stallion
Rapper Tory Lanez was hospitalized after he was attacked at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, where he is serving his 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020.
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Former Westminster police officer accused in massive insurance fraud case
A former Westminster a police officer was caught partying at the Stagecoach Music Festival while collecting more than $600,000 in workers' compensation for a head injury that prosecutors allege was faked.
TV personality and chef, Crystal Kung Minkoff, shares a favorite recipe
Crystal Kung Minkoff shares a humble dish and explains the symbolism of Chinese food.
Season 48 “Survivor” winner talks about his victory
Kyle Fraser discusses “Survivor” Season 48, and what it took to win.
Foster parents share their experiences helping children | Foster Care Awareness Month
Kym Renner, LA County DCFS deputy director discusses the need for foster care, as foster parents share the challenges and rewards.
Officials hold a news conference in the neighborhood of the San Diego small plane crash
San Diego fire and police and other officials held a news conference to explain the situation in the neighborhood where a small plane crashed.
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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.
