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Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
Montebello Police release dramatic footage of shootout inside 7-Eleven as they increase search for suspects involved
The shooting occurred on April 30, when a pair of suspects had a brief discussion before firing at least 15 shots at each other while five other uninvolved people fled for cover.
LAPD budget proposes $87 million increase after recent rash of robberies
The Los Angeles Police Department hopes to hire 780 new officers with this potential influx of cash.
All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
Some homeowners in the area are not only concerned that the area is quickly becoming a fire danger, but that it is also turning into a homeless encampment.
Riverside school employee arrested for giving students fentanyl
The employee was working at a school that serves students with special needs.
Hundreds of local firefighters practice fire control in Riverside County
Following a devastating wildfire that destroyed 20 homes in Orange County, over 400 firefighters from 14 different agencies practiced wildfire control in preparation for what experts expect to be a hot, dry summer.
One dead, two injured after two-story building catches fire in Hollywood
Responding crews located one person dead inside of the building, which LAFD crews learned was a recording studio.
Las Virgenes residents only allowed to water lawn once a week as drought worsens
The one-day-per-week irrigation restriction will start on June 1.
LA County moved from 'low' to 'medium' COVID level as cases rise
The change happens when there are more than 200 cases per 100,000 residents. As of Thursday, the county reported 202 cases per 100,000 people.
Gas prices in LA County hit another record high, averaging $6
More pain at the pump for drivers as the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Thursday, increasing eight-tenths of a cent to $6.097.
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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
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All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Justin Turner 3-run HR, Dodgers top D-backs for 4-game sweep
Walker Buehler tossed his first career shutout against the Arizona Diamondbacks last month. He wasn't nearly as sharp facing them again.
Dodgers will play first doubleheader at Dodger Stadium since 1999
The last time there was a doubleheader at Dodger Stadium, Napster had just been released and SpongeBob was a brand new character.
Dodgers top Bumgarner, D-Backs, 5-4
The Boys in Blue scored three runs off of familiar foe Madison Bumgarner, saddling him with the loss - his seventh straight at the hands of the Dodgers.
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Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
Some homeowners in the area are not only concerned that the area is quickly becoming a fire danger, but that it is also turning into a homeless encampment.
Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
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Gas leak leaves tenants with no hot water for a week and a half
According to tenants the building owner has refused to pay and repair the leak in the gas pipes, after a gas leak happened 10 days ago.
Orange County man pleads guilty to involvement in Jan. 6 riot at U.S. Capitol
Christian Secor, a 23-year-old Costa Mesa resident and former UCLA student, has pleaded guilty to one felony charge for his involvement in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
CDC moves LA County from 'low' to 'medium' risk level
As COVID-19 numbers continue to increase, the CDC has moved L.A. County from a "low" transmission rate to a "medium" transmission rate. CBS LA reporter Lesley Marin provides updates on the situation and what it might mean for the county's public transportation systems.
Riverside school employee arrested for supplying fentanyl to students
Melissa Harloam-Garrison, 46, was a bus driver and security guard for Bright Futures Academy, a school that serves students with special needs.
Gas prices in LA County hit another record high, averaging $6
More pain at the pump for drivers as the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Thursday, increasing eight-tenths of a cent to $6.097.
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Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
Montebello Police release dramatic footage of shootout inside 7-Eleven as they increase search for suspects involved
The shooting occurred on April 30, when a pair of suspects had a brief discussion before firing at least 15 shots at each other while five other uninvolved people fled for cover.
LAPD budget proposes $87 million increase after recent rash of robberies
The Los Angeles Police Department hopes to hire 780 new officers with this potential influx of cash.
All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
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Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
Some homeowners in the area are not only concerned that the area is quickly becoming a fire danger, but that it is also turning into a homeless encampment.
Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Tenants evicted from unsafe housing
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
Video Allegedly Shows VA Police Officer Using Baton To Beat Suspect 32 Times
A video depicting an officer with the Veterans Affairs Police Department swinging his baton at a suspect on the ground more than two dozen times has raised questions about possible police brutality.
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Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
Montebello Police release dramatic footage of shootout inside 7-Eleven as they increase search for suspects involved
The shooting occurred on April 30, when a pair of suspects had a brief discussion before firing at least 15 shots at each other while five other uninvolved people fled for cover.
LAPD budget proposes $87 million increase after recent rash of robberies
The Los Angeles Police Department hopes to hire 780 new officers with this potential influx of cash.
Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
Some homeowners in the area are not only concerned that the area is quickly becoming a fire danger, but that it is also turning into a homeless encampment.
One dead, two injured after two-story building catches fire in Hollywood
Responding crews located one person dead inside of the building, which LAFD crews learned was a recording studio.
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Costa Mesa man pleads guilty to involvement in Jan. 6 breach of U.S. Capitol
Christian Secor pleaded guilty to "obstruction of an official proceeding," and now faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
Bird rescue group seeing alarming influx of sick brown pelicans from all over Southern California
More than 101 new brown pelicans have been brought into the International Bird Rescue's Los Angeles Wildlife Center since May 12, and the center says they expect even more this week.
Mercedes Benz suspected in Orange County vehicle burglaries outfitted with license plate flipper, gas-siphoning device
Yasmine Kambour, 37, and Chris Huynh, 44, both of Garden Grove were arrested Tuesday morning after an alert resident saw them in the parking garage of 2100 Scholarship.
Anaheim Council members call for Mayor Sidhu's resignation amid federal corruption probe
Sidhu is accused of trying to solicit $1 million to help finalize the sale of Angel Stadium to team owner Arte Moreno's development company.
All evacuation zones in Coastal Fire now lifted
The remaining mandatory evacuation zone on Coronado Pointe, in Laguna Niguel, was lifted Wednesday.
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Riverside school employee arrested for giving students fentanyl
The employee was working at a school that serves students with special needs.
Hundreds of local firefighters practice fire control in Riverside County
Following a devastating wildfire that destroyed 20 homes in Orange County, over 400 firefighters from 14 different agencies practiced wildfire control in preparation for what experts expect to be a hot, dry summer.
Riverside woman held at gunpoint amid spike in home invasions
Riverside police are investigating to see if this home invasion is connected to three others that happened nearby.
Chino Hills community rallies around owner of Verizon dealer and repair shop
More than 1,200 people have signed a petition in hopes that Verizon will reinstate its ties to Anu Singh, owner of Chino Hills Wireless, whose top performing store was cut off by the company earlier this year.
Pandemic unemployment fraud ring ran by woman serving life in prison
A woman imprisoned for life after helping murder her mother allegedly led a group of 13 people to defraud California out of at least $2 million.
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MasterCard and Starbucks to cover abortion travel for workers
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Friend, former agent, others testify about Johnny Depp's substance use
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Gas could hit $6.20 per gallon by August, analyst predicts
California drivers are already paying $6 a gallon — that could soon become the new normal around the U.S., JPMorgan says.
Stocks tumble on recession fears, edging close to a bear market
High inflation, rising interest rates and disappointing corporate earnings are souring Wall Street's outlook.
Scammers seeking to exploit baby formula shortage, FTC warns
Cybercriminals "have sunk to new lows" in targeting parents who struggling to find food for their babies, agency says.
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Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
New Villanueva campaign ad taken down after Archdiocese of Los Angeles objects to its filming in church
The ad was apparently filmed in East LA's St. Alphonsus Church.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
LA County Sheriff candidate Matt Rodriguez's campaign signs stolen, rearranged to spell out "Alex"
The signs were rearranged on a chain-link fence right in front of the department's Monterey Park facilities.
It's about to get more expensive to take out federal student loans
Interest rates will be 4.99% for undergraduate loans, 6.54% for graduate loans and 7.54% for PLUS loans for the 2022-2023 year.
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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.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
Mega Mistake: Announcer mistakenly calls Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9" in Tuesday night's drawing
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
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LA County moved from 'low' to 'medium' COVID level as cases rise
The change happens when there are more than 200 cases per 100,000 residents. As of Thursday, the county reported 202 cases per 100,000 people.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
MasterCard and Starbucks to cover abortion travel for workers
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Dodgers broadcast team won't travel to upcoming away games due to positive COVID tests
The team said the games will be broadcast from Los Angeles similar to how they were in 2020 and in 2021.
Rep. Judy Chu tests positive for COVID-19
Chu, D-Pasadena, says she is currently asymptomatic.
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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.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
Mega Mistake: Announcer mistakenly calls Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9" in Tuesday night's drawing
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
Sports
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All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Justin Turner 3-run HR, Dodgers top D-backs for 4-game sweep
Walker Buehler tossed his first career shutout against the Arizona Diamondbacks last month. He wasn't nearly as sharp facing them again.
Dodgers will play first doubleheader at Dodger Stadium since 1999
The last time there was a doubleheader at Dodger Stadium, Napster had just been released and SpongeBob was a brand new character.
Dodgers top Bumgarner, D-Backs, 5-4
The Boys in Blue scored three runs off of familiar foe Madison Bumgarner, saddling him with the loss - his seventh straight at the hands of the Dodgers.
Entertainment
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Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Friend, former agent, others testify about Johnny Depp's substance use
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Motion Picture Academy announces rule changes for 95th Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that films must debut in theaters to qualify for award consideration.
Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre turns 95
Movie exhibitor Sid Grauman, one of Hollywood's most creative showmen, opened the movie palace in 1927, during the silent movie era.
CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
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Gas leak leaves tenants with no hot water for a week and a half
According to tenants the building owner has refused to pay and repair the leak in the gas pipes, after a gas leak happened 10 days ago.
Orange County man pleads guilty to involvement in Jan. 6 riot at U.S. Capitol
Christian Secor, a 23-year-old Costa Mesa resident and former UCLA student, has pleaded guilty to one felony charge for his involvement in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
CDC moves LA County from 'low' to 'medium' risk level
As COVID-19 numbers continue to increase, the CDC has moved L.A. County from a "low" transmission rate to a "medium" transmission rate. CBS LA reporter Lesley Marin provides updates on the situation and what it might mean for the county's public transportation systems.
Riverside school employee arrested for supplying fentanyl to students
Melissa Harloam-Garrison, 46, was a bus driver and security guard for Bright Futures Academy, a school that serves students with special needs.
Gas prices in LA County hit another record high, averaging $6
More pain at the pump for drivers as the average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Thursday, increasing eight-tenths of a cent to $6.097.
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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.
