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Bodycam footage of deadly Long Beach police shooting on church steps released
Long Beach police have released body camera footage of a shootout that left a man dead at the end of an hours-long standoff in front of a church in November.
10 injured after motorcycle veers into crowd at Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
The crash happened when a police officer crashed their motorcycle, which then veered into the crowd of onlookers lining the streets during the Palm Springs Festival of Lights.
Burglars hit Encino home twice in the same week
Both incidents happened in less than a week's time, leaving the homeowners with a heightened concern for their safety.
Police seeking help finding hit-and-run driver that killed pedestrian in Canoga Park
The crash happened at about 5:1 5 p.m. on Friday evening near De Soto Avenue and Gresham Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Man sentenced for 1993 murder at Lynwood motel
A man who was previously convicted of a 1993 murder at a Lynwood motel was sentenced to state prison for 15 years to life on Friday.
Body found nearly a week after car plunges off steep road in Malibu
Nearly a week after a car plunged over the side of a steep road in Malibu, authorities say they've found a body.
New images of UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting person of interest released
NYPD divers searched the lake in Central Park on Saturday, looking for the weapon used in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, sources say.
Gunman shoots victim in the leg during robbery in Culver City
It happened at around 3:40 a.m. in the 5900 block of Wrightcrest Drive, according to the Culver City Police Department.
Chemical spill at Anheuser-Busch brewery in Van Nuys leads to evacuation
A chemical spill at the Anheuser-Busch facility in Van Nuys, which produces beer by Budweiser and several other brands, led to an evacuation Saturday, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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Tracking where Starbucks single-use cups actually end up when recycled | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A CBS News investigation says that it probably isn't.
LA Metro unveils pilot metal detector program amid crime concerns
After a surge in Metro crime, Chair Janice Hahn rode the rails and buses with Senior Reporter Ross Palombo to discuss solutions. Now, one of those potential solutions is being tested at Union Station in Downtown LA.
Major Los Angeles County gun policy changes after KCAL investigation
A 2-year KCAL investigation now getting results after Senior Reporter Ross Palombo uncovered problems with how police buy and sell guns.
Where does your plastic Starbucks cup end up when it's recycled? | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A KCAL News investigation says that it probably isn't. Ross Palombo takes a deeper look at the problem.
National problem tracing guns
There were 212 homicides last year in Los Angeles County, many of them from shootings. Ross Palombo investigates how gun tracing could be a factor in why some cases go unsolved.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
How the ATF's National Tracing Center helps police solve the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022. Ross Palombo reports.
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Body found nearly a week after car plunges off steep road in Malibu
Nearly a week after a car plunged over the side of a steep road in Malibu, authorities say they've found a body.
Fire destroys garage of Sherman Oaks home
SkyCal flew over the spot of a fire that destroyed the extended garage of a Sherman Oaks home on Saturday.
LA County's Winter Wonderland park program hits Willowbrook
Families in Willowbrook were treated to a rare winter wonderland on Saturday as part of Los Angeles County's winter program.
KCAL News anchor Jamie Yuccas emcees 24th annual Safe Passage Heals Holiday Fundraiser
KCAL News anchor Jamie Yuccas emceed the 24th annual Safe Passage Heals Holiday Fundraiser, which aims to help women who have survived domestic violence to transform their lives for the better.
Crash causes severe traffic backup on I-10 in South Los Angeles
SkyCal was over the scene of a crash on the I-10 in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening, which was causing an extensive backup of traffic as crews worked to clear the wreckage from the road.
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Kuemper, Kings hold red-hot Wild under wraps 4-1 to extend win streak to 5
Adrian Kempe and Alex Laferriere scored goals, Darcy Kuemper made 22 saves, and the Los Angeles Kings beat Minnesota 4-1 to end the Wild's five-game win streak.
Claude scores 20 points, leads hot-shooting USC over Washington 85-61 to end a three-game skid
Desmond Claude scored 20 points to lead four in double figures and Southern California rolled to an 85-61 victory over Washington to end a three-game skid.
LA Galaxy defeat New York Red Bulls to take home record sixth MLS Cup
Joseph Paintsil and Dejan Joveljic scored in the first half, and the LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls.
JuJu Watkins scores 21, No. 6 USC downs Oregon 66-53 in Big Ten opener
JuJu Watkins scored 21 points to lead No. 6 Southern California to a 66-53 win over Oregon in the Big Ten opener for both teams on Saturday.
Rossi, Kaprizov help Wild beat Ducks 5-1 for 5th straight win
Marco Rossi had two goals and an assist, Kirill Kaprizov added a goal and two assists, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 for their season-high fifth straight win.
Young hits 3-point in overtime to give Hawks 6 straight wins, 134-132 over Lakers
Trae Young hit a 3-pointer with 7.4 seconds left in overtime and the Atlanta Hawks held on for their sixth straight win, beating the slumping Los Angeles Lakers 134-132.
UCLA transfer Charlisse Leger-Walker takes medical redshirt and will return for 2025-26 season
UCLA transfer guard Charlisse Leger-Walker will sit out the rest of this season for the top-ranked Bruins while continuing to recover from a torn ACL she sustained in January.
Dodgers' Freddie Freeman has surgery on right ankle, should be ready for spring training
Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star first baseman Freddie Freeman has had surgery on his right ankle.
Eric Bieniemy out as UCLA's offensive coordinator
Eric Bieniemy's return to UCLA lasted only one season.
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Bodycam footage of deadly Long Beach police shooting on church steps released
Long Beach police have released body camera footage of a shootout that left a man dead at the end of an hours-long standoff in front of a church in November.
10 injured after motorcycle veers into crowd at Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
The crash happened when a police officer crashed their motorcycle, which then veered into the crowd of onlookers lining the streets during the Palm Springs Festival of Lights.
Burglars hit Encino home twice in the same week
Both incidents happened in less than a week's time, leaving the homeowners with a heightened concern for their safety.
Police seeking help finding hit-and-run driver that killed pedestrian in Canoga Park
The crash happened at about 5:1 5 p.m. on Friday evening near De Soto Avenue and Gresham Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Man sentenced for 1993 murder at Lynwood motel
A man who was previously convicted of a 1993 murder at a Lynwood motel was sentenced to state prison for 15 years to life on Friday.
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Burglars hit Encino home twice in the same week
Both incidents happened in less than a week's time, leaving the homeowners with a heightened concern for their safety.
Police seeking help finding hit-and-run driver that killed pedestrian in Canoga Park
The crash happened at about 5:1 5 p.m. on Friday evening near De Soto Avenue and Gresham Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Bodycam footage of deadly Long Beach police shooting on church steps released
Long Beach police have released body camera footage of a shootout that left a man dead at the end of an hours-long standoff in front of a church in November.
Man sentenced for 1993 murder at Lynwood motel
A man who was previously convicted of a 1993 murder at a Lynwood motel was sentenced to state prison for 15 years to life on Friday.
Body found nearly a week after car plunges off steep road in Malibu
Nearly a week after a car plunged over the side of a steep road in Malibu, authorities say they've found a body.
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Pursuit suspect charged with murder after allegedly killing tourist
Hong Ngoc Nguyen was visiting childhood friends when the suspect allegedly ran a red light and hit her friend's car.
Police searching for suspect accused of throwing rocks at cars in Huntington Beach
Someone in Huntington Beach is throwing rocks at cars and it's causing a lot of damage and concern.
LA man charged in armed robbery spree outside malls and casino
The 21-year-old suspect faces a maximum sentence in federal prison for the armed robbery spree.
PIH Health hospitals targeted in ransomware attack
Because of the attack, PIH officials decided to shut their entire network offline, leaving millions without immediate access to their care.
Santa Ana family reels with hate crime suspect who allegedly stole Mexican flag
After displaying their Mexican flag proudly for years, a family in Santa Ana has turned to the police after a hate crime suspect stole their banner, defaced their property and threatened them.
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10 injured after motorcycle veers into crowd at Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
The crash happened when a police officer crashed their motorcycle, which then veered into the crowd of onlookers lining the streets during the Palm Springs Festival of Lights.
Man wanted for brandishing weapon surrenders after lengthy chase, brief standoff in San Bernardino
It's unclear what prompted the chase to begin.
Alleged DUI driver arrested for crash that killed Hemet city employee
The crash happened Thursday a little before 8 a.m. on Acacia Avenue near Kirby Street, according to Hemet Police Department officers.
Menifee police investigating "suspicious" shooting death
Police say that they arrived to the scene and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.
Corona police officer driving unmarked vehicle rammed by group of would-be robbers
The officer arrested the 40-year-old driver and two 16-year-old passengers after determining that they planned to rob him before finding out he was law enforcement.
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Tracking where Starbucks single-use cups actually end up when recycled | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A CBS News investigation says that it probably isn't.
How the ATF's gun tracing system helped police find the gunman in the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
Metro data shows assaults have doubled compared to the same time last year
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
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CEO shooting person of interest believed to have left NYC; FBI offers reward
The FBI announced Friday night it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Sailor who died in Pearl Harbor attack finally accounted for
U.S. Navy Seaman 2nd Class John C. Auld, 23, was from Newcastle, England, and died aboard the USS Oklahoma on Dec. 7.
Appeals court upholds TikTok ban, declining to block law that would force sale
An appeals court judge wrote that the law that would force a sale or ban of TikTok "survive[s] constitutional scrutiny."
Bullets fired at UnitedHealthcare CEO had words written on them
"Delay," "deny" and possibly "depose" were written on shell casings and bullets recovered at the scene of the shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
What we know about the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting death
A manhunt is continuing for the gunman who shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in what authorities said appeared to have been a targeted attack.
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A fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims about U.S. fentanyl deaths
Both President-elect Donald Trump and incoming "border czar" Tom Homan cite inflated figures, with Trump often makes a misleading connection between migrants illegally crossing the border and the flow of fentanyl.
Appeals court upholds TikTok ban, declining to block law that would force sale
An appeals court judge wrote that the law that would force a sale or ban of TikTok "survive[s] constitutional scrutiny."
Trump cites Hunter Biden pardon in motion to dismiss New York criminal case
Donald Trump's attorneys mentioned Hunter Biden in a filing arguing the New York criminal case against the president-elect should be dismissed.
U.S. charges Chinese national for exporting guns and ammo to North Korea
A Chinese national living in California is accused of exporting guns and ammunition to North Korea at the direction of North Korean agents.
South Korea lifts martial law order, president urged to resign
South Korea's main opposition party on Wednesday urged South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to resign immediately or face impeachment.
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Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
California driver's licenses / ID cars become available on Apple Wallet
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
Food4less workers overwhelmingly authorize strike after week of voting
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
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Health officials issue warning after seven Westminster residents contract Legionnaire's Disease
Public health officials are urging residents and business owners to monitor their water sources after seven people reported contracting Legionnaire's Disease in recent days.
First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County
The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
11 residents infected with dengue after Los Angeles County detects two more cases
Public health officials have reported two more locally acquired cases of the mosquito borne illness dengue in Los Angeles County, bringing the total to 11 cases in recent weeks.
McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
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Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Rare coin issued after California Gold Rush sold at auction for $1.4M
Avid coin collectors jumped at the chance to get their hands on a rare "double eagle" gold coin at a Southern California auction house.
Los Angeles County sues Pepsi and Coca-Cola over plastic bottles
Los Angeles County is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement
Two more members of the Los Angeles Times editorial board have resigned after the newspaper's owner blocked its plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente mental health workers go on strike across Southern California
Thousands of mental health workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities spanning across Southern California went on strike on Monday, calling for increased pay and restored pension plans, amid other demands.
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Kuemper, Kings hold red-hot Wild under wraps 4-1 to extend win streak to 5
Adrian Kempe and Alex Laferriere scored goals, Darcy Kuemper made 22 saves, and the Los Angeles Kings beat Minnesota 4-1 to end the Wild's five-game win streak.
Claude scores 20 points, leads hot-shooting USC over Washington 85-61 to end a three-game skid
Desmond Claude scored 20 points to lead four in double figures and Southern California rolled to an 85-61 victory over Washington to end a three-game skid.
LA Galaxy defeat New York Red Bulls to take home record sixth MLS Cup
Joseph Paintsil and Dejan Joveljic scored in the first half, and the LA Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls.
JuJu Watkins scores 21, No. 6 USC downs Oregon 66-53 in Big Ten opener
JuJu Watkins scored 21 points to lead No. 6 Southern California to a 66-53 win over Oregon in the Big Ten opener for both teams on Saturday.
Rossi, Kaprizov help Wild beat Ducks 5-1 for 5th straight win
Marco Rossi had two goals and an assist, Kirill Kaprizov added a goal and two assists, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 for their season-high fifth straight win.
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British indie-rock band Sports Team robbed at gunpoint in Vallejo, California
A touring British indie-rock band said they lost personal gear when armed robbery targeted their van while they were getting coffee at a Vallejo Starbucks Tuesday morning on the first day of their U.S. tour.
Elton John says he lost his eyesight after eye infection
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
Actress Hailee Steinfeld, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen engaged
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld were first linked in the spring of 2023 when they were photographed dining together in New York City.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book hits stores Friday. Here's what to know.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
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Body found nearly a week after car plunges off steep road in Malibu
Nearly a week after a car plunged over the side of a steep road in Malibu, authorities say they've found a body.
Fire destroys garage of Sherman Oaks home
SkyCal flew over the spot of a fire that destroyed the extended garage of a Sherman Oaks home on Saturday.
LA County's Winter Wonderland park program hits Willowbrook
Families in Willowbrook were treated to a rare winter wonderland on Saturday as part of Los Angeles County's winter program.
KCAL News anchor Jamie Yuccas emcees 24th annual Safe Passage Heals Holiday Fundraiser
KCAL News anchor Jamie Yuccas emceed the 24th annual Safe Passage Heals Holiday Fundraiser, which aims to help women who have survived domestic violence to transform their lives for the better.
Crash causes severe traffic backup on I-10 in South Los Angeles
SkyCal was over the scene of a crash on the I-10 in South Los Angeles on Saturday evening, which was causing an extensive backup of traffic as crews worked to clear the wreckage from the road.
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Mountain Fire explodes in Ventura County amid strong Santa Ana winds
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
Remembering Chauncy Glover
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
LA Dodgers World Series Celebration
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers: 2024 World Series in Pictures
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series Champions
The Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series in Game 5 in a 7-6 win over the New York Yankees
