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Robbery suspects steal $14,000 worth of merchandise from Coach store in Commerce
The brazen robbery happened at around the Coach store was closing for the night.
Temecula school board president calls Harvey Milk 'pedophile' before book banning vote
The banning of books has quickly turned into one of the most divisive debates in some California communities as some school boards face intense pressure to remove books and lesson plans that discuss race and sexual orientation.
Animal shelter volunteer awarded $6.8 million after being mauled by dog, nearly having arm ripped off
A woman who nearly had her arm ripped off when she was mauled by a dog while volunteering at an animal shelter in 2019 has been awarded nearly seven million in a lawsuit that found the city of Los Angeles liable for gross negligence.
Bregman, Abreu and Tucker help Astros past Angels, 5-2
Alex Bregman and José Abreu had two RBIs each and Kyle Tucker added three hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Angels in a game during which where Los Angeles manager Phil Nevin was ejected.
14-year-old boy, man wounded during shooting in Mid City
The shooting happened at around 6:40 p.m. near Guthrie Avenue and Corning Street.
Inglewood police seeking help identifying suspect connected to 2020 murder
The murder happened back on Nov. 6, 2020 at around 11:30 p.m. when Inglewood police arrived to the scene of a shooting in the 200 block of East Nutwood Street.
Suspect allegedly stabs two people with sharpened stick after groping women
Santa Monica police arrested a man after he allegedly groped two women and stabbed two people at the city's iconic pier.
Street closures already in effect ahead of WeHo Pride Weekend
With a full weekend of WeHo Pride events ahead, street closures will begin taking effect Thursday in the West Hollywood area to make room for the festivities.
Sherman Oaks middle school teacher arrested for sexually assaulting multiple students
Kareem Spann, 46, was arrested and charged with lewd act upon a child and child molestation after allegedly sexually assaulting two different students at Louis Armstrong Middle School in Sherman Oaks.
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Rideshare company to introduce driverless cars in Los Angeles
The company Waymo plans to roll out self-driving cars in West Hollywood, Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Joy Benedict reports.
Robbery suspects ravage Commerce Coach store and steal $14,000 worth of merchandise
A group of five women rushed to grab anything they could steal before deputies arrived.
Hotel Casa del Mar | Look At This!
It's a gorgeous beachfront hotel now but in years past it was a drug rehab center, a home for soldiers and even a speakeasy known for its gambling. Desmond Shaw flies to Santa Monica to take a look at the beautiful Hotel Casa del Mar.
Temecula school board president calls gay rights activist 'pedophile' before book banning vote
An ugly scene played out at the Temecula Valley School Board meeting as they voted 3-2 to reject an elementary school social studies book that contained information about pioneering California gay rights figure Harvey Milk. The board's president made a baseless accusation that Milk was a pedophile before voting to ban the book. Tom Wait reports.
Animal shelter volunteer awarded $6.8 million after being mauled by dog in 2019
Lauren Pozen reports from Lincoln Heights, where a woman nearly had her arm ripped off while volunteering at a shelter in 2019. Years later, a lawsuit has found the city of Los Angeles liable for gross negligence in the case, awarding the woman $6.8 million.
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Bregman, Abreu and Tucker help Astros past Angels, 5-2
Alex Bregman and José Abreu had two RBIs each and Kyle Tucker added three hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Angels in a game during which where Los Angeles manager Phil Nevin was ejected.
Dodgers acquire minor league pitcher Ricky Vanasco from Rangers for Luis Valdez
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired right-hander Ricky Vanasco from the Texas Rangers for lefty Luis Valdez.
Dodger legend Steve Garvey considering US Senate bid in California, energizing beleaguered GOP
Baseball legend Steve Garvey, who played for the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, is meeting with voters and senior GOP officials as he weighs a potential 2024 Senate bid in a race that already has several prominent Democratic contenders.
Rodríguez, Boyd spark Galaxy to 3-2 victory over Real Salt Lake
Memo Rodríguez and Tyler Boyd scored two minutes apart late in the second half to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 3-2 victory over Real Salt Lake.
García, Ruiz lead Nats' 5-homer barrage in 10-6 win over Dodgers
Luis García hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the eighth inning, Keibert Ruiz added two more of Washington's five homers, and the Washington Nationals avoided a series sweep with a 10-6 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Holiday Bowl sues Pac-12, UC Regents after UCLA pulled out of 2021 game
The organization that runs the Holiday Bowl has filed a lawsuit against the Pac-12 Conference and the University of California Regents for UCLA backing out of the 2021 game due to COVID-19 concerns.
Ohtani homers twice, including career longest at 459 feet, Angels beat White Sox 12-5
Shohei Ohtani homered in consecutive innings, including a 459-foot drive that was the longest of his Major League Baseball career, and drove in four runs to lead the Los Angeles Angels over the Chicago White Sox 12-5.
Freeman has 4 hits to extend hitting streak to 19, Dodgers beat Nationals 9-3
Freddie Freeman extended his hitting streak to 19 games, capping a four-hit game with an eighth-inning homer, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 9-3 on Tuesday night.
Vaughn drives in 3, González homers to help White Sox beat Angels 7-3
Andrew Vaughn drove in three runs, Romy González homered and the Chicago White Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-3.
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Which U.S. states have the happiest residents?
Which U.S. states have the happiest residents? A new study found that California is in the top 10. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar shows us where California excels in making its residents happy, and where it falls short.
LA freeway lights darkened by vandalism make for dangerous driving conditions
KCAL News investigative reporter David Goldstein finds serious safety problems on Los Angeles freeways.
Mother demands answers after Metro bus kills son
One bus, one driver, one young man, and one deadly moment - all of it leading to months of questions for one mother about the circumstances surrounding her son's death. Now a new view from video never seen before - and new questions. Ross Palombo reports.
Downtown Rebound: Pandemic business recovery in Los Angeles
The COVID crisis shut down the entire country including California, hitting downtowns nationwide including Los Angeles. Now new data is giving us a clearer picture of the past and a new view of how far we've come in L.A.'s "downtown rebound."
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Robbery suspects steal $14,000 worth of merchandise from Coach store in Commerce
The brazen robbery happened at around the Coach store was closing for the night.
Temecula school board president calls Harvey Milk 'pedophile' before book banning vote
The banning of books has quickly turned into one of the most divisive debates in some California communities as some school boards face intense pressure to remove books and lesson plans that discuss race and sexual orientation.
Animal shelter volunteer awarded $6.8 million after being mauled by dog, nearly having arm ripped off
A woman who nearly had her arm ripped off when she was mauled by a dog while volunteering at an animal shelter in 2019 has been awarded nearly seven million in a lawsuit that found the city of Los Angeles liable for gross negligence.
Bregman, Abreu and Tucker help Astros past Angels, 5-2
Alex Bregman and José Abreu had two RBIs each and Kyle Tucker added three hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Angels in a game during which where Los Angeles manager Phil Nevin was ejected.
14-year-old boy, man wounded during shooting in Mid City
The shooting happened at around 6:40 p.m. near Guthrie Avenue and Corning Street.
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Robbery suspects steal $14,000 worth of merchandise from Coach store in Commerce
The brazen robbery happened at around the Coach store was closing for the night.
Temecula school board president calls Harvey Milk 'pedophile' before book banning vote
The banning of books has quickly turned into one of the most divisive debates in some California communities as some school boards face intense pressure to remove books and lesson plans that discuss race and sexual orientation.
Animal shelter volunteer awarded $6.8 million after being mauled by dog, nearly having arm ripped off
A woman who nearly had her arm ripped off when she was mauled by a dog while volunteering at an animal shelter in 2019 has been awarded nearly seven million in a lawsuit that found the city of Los Angeles liable for gross negligence.
14-year-old boy, man wounded during shooting in Mid City
The shooting happened at around 6:40 p.m. near Guthrie Avenue and Corning Street.
Inglewood police seeking help identifying suspect connected to 2020 murder
The murder happened back on Nov. 6, 2020 at around 11:30 p.m. when Inglewood police arrived to the scene of a shooting in the 200 block of East Nutwood Street.
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21-year-old Irvine woman arrested for taping dog's snouts shut
Gabriela Barrera, 21, was arrested on felony animal abuse charges after animal services officers arrived to her home and found several dogs with their snouts wrapped shut with masking tape.
Brave dog scares off coyotes, saves another pup in Mission Viejo
At 11 years old and with three remaining teeth, a Mission Viejo pooch proved that he still had a little dog left in him when a pair of coyotes attacked his little brother.
Orange County deputies arrest teenagers accused of brutally beating trio of Marines in San Clemente
Deputies in San Clemente have arrested multiple teenagers accused of brutally beating three Marines over the weekend.
Memorial Day in Southern California: Tributes and events
Multiple events and tributes are scheduled across the Southland on Monday, Memorial Day, the federal holiday honoring and mourning U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Wild video shows group of teenagers attacking Marines in San Clemente
The Marines say they were walking near the beach when they were surrounded and confronted by a group of more than 15 teens. No serious injuries were suffered.
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Jurupa Valley man chops off another man's hand during dispute in Riverside
The suspect is back on the streets after posting a $55,000 bail.
Memorial Day in Southern California: Tributes and events
Multiple events and tributes are scheduled across the Southland on Monday, Memorial Day, the federal holiday honoring and mourning U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Riverside man arrested after allegedly severing victim's hand with a sword
Stephen Daniel Dillard, a 38-year-old Jurupa Valley resident, was arrested this week in connection with an assault in which he allegedly assaulted another person with a sword, severing their hand.
Man found dead in parking lot in Moreno Valley; probe underway
Authorities were investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man who was found in a parking lot in Moreno Valley.
Motive unknown after 4 people were wounded in Moreno Valley shooting
An investigation is underway in Moreno Valley where four people were recovering following a shooting.
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Which U.S. states have the happiest residents?
Which U.S. states have the happiest residents? A new study found that California is in the top 10. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar shows us where California excels in making its residents happy, and where it falls short.
LA freeway lights darkened by vandalism make for dangerous driving conditions
KCAL News investigative reporter David Goldstein finds serious safety problems on Los Angeles freeways.
Mother demands answers after Metro bus kills son
One bus, one driver, one young man, and one deadly moment - all of it leading to months of questions for one mother about the circumstances surrounding her son's death. Now a new view from video never seen before - and new questions. Ross Palombo reports.
Downtown Rebound: Pandemic business recovery in Los Angeles
The COVID crisis shut down the entire country including California, hitting downtowns nationwide including Los Angeles. Now new data is giving us a clearer picture of the past and a new view of how far we've come in L.A.'s "downtown rebound."
Marijuana and driving: California lacks legal THC limit
It's been seven years since California legalized marijuana for adults. But the state still has no legal limit on how much is too much before you get behind the wheel of a car.
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Former Playboy model accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1969
A former Playboy model who alleges Bill Cosby drugged and sexually assaulted her and another woman at his home in 1969 is suing the entertainer in Los Angeles under a new California law that suspends the statute of limitations on sex abuse claims.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
Senate passes debt ceiling bill, sending measure to Biden
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
Meta threatens news ban in California over bill to support journalism
Owner of Facebook and Instagram could bar users in the state from sharing news over bill requiring tech companies to pay news publishers.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
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Dodger legend Steve Garvey considering US Senate bid in California, energizing beleaguered GOP
Baseball legend Steve Garvey, who played for the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, is meeting with voters and senior GOP officials as he weighs a potential 2024 Senate bid in a race that already has several prominent Democratic contenders.
Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
Senate passes debt ceiling bill, sending measure to Biden
The legislation now goes to President Biden's desk, pulling the nation back from the brink of a financial crisis.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Seven Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
House passes debt ceiling deal and sends it to the Senate
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
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Grilling and Chilling: Ways to enjoy your Memorial Day cookout safely and without injury
Millions will fire up the grill for the first time this Memorial Day but safety is paramount.
On Your Side: The danger of ignoring vehicle recalls
More than 2.5 million cars that have potentially deadly recalls are still on the road across the United States, and California has the highest concentration. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar joins us with what this means for drivers.
Preventive full-body MRI scans: Vital info or unnecessary worry?
Some companies are claiming to diagnose cancer with a full-body MRI. But the procedure isn't covered by health insurance -- so is it worth the money? Joy Benedict examines the issue.
On Your Side: Tips to avoid real estate fraud
A local man nearly had his property sold out from under him in an elaborate real estate scam. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar tells us what happened, and why this type of scam is growing in popularity here locally.
'Greether' pairs female travelers with local women as guides
Greether pairs female travelers with female tour guides. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar shows how it works.
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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Which U.S. states have the happiest residents?
Which U.S. states have the happiest residents? A new study found that California is in the top 10. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar shows us where California excels in making its residents happy, and where it falls short.
Grilling and Chilling: Ways to enjoy your Memorial Day cookout safely and without injury
Millions will fire up the grill for the first time this Memorial Day but safety is paramount.
CDC investigates six-state salmonella outbreak linked to cookie dough
At least 18 people have contracted salmonella, which the CDC has linked to cookie dough sold by Papa Murphy's.
Preventive full-body MRI scans: Vital info or unnecessary worry?
Some companies are claiming to diagnose cancer with a full-body MRI. But the procedure isn't covered by health insurance -- so is it worth the money? Joy Benedict examines the issue.
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On Your Side: Tips to avoid real estate fraud
A local man nearly had his property sold out from under him in an elaborate real estate scam. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar tells us what happened, and why this type of scam is growing in popularity here locally.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to California pork law mandating more space for pigs
The Supreme Court has rejected a challenge to a California animal cruelty law that affects the pork industry.
WGA strike: Studio negotiations continue on final day of contract
Negotiations between the Writers Guild of America and Hollywood studios continued Monday, the final day of the current contract. If no deal is reached, a strike could commence at midnight.
On Your Side: Resale shopping trend booms with soaring inflation
What's old is now new -- to you. The resale market is booming as inflation soars and consumers try to find ways to save. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar takes a look at the growing trend.
Attorney General Rob Bonta joins 16 other attorney generals to urge Kia, Hyundai to recall their cars
Attorneys general in 17 states want the federal government to recall millions of Kia and Hyundai cars because they are too easy to steal.
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Bregman, Abreu and Tucker help Astros past Angels, 5-2
Alex Bregman and José Abreu had two RBIs each and Kyle Tucker added three hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Angels in a game during which where Los Angeles manager Phil Nevin was ejected.
Dodgers acquire minor league pitcher Ricky Vanasco from Rangers for Luis Valdez
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired right-hander Ricky Vanasco from the Texas Rangers for lefty Luis Valdez.
Dodger legend Steve Garvey considering US Senate bid in California, energizing beleaguered GOP
Baseball legend Steve Garvey, who played for the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, is meeting with voters and senior GOP officials as he weighs a potential 2024 Senate bid in a race that already has several prominent Democratic contenders.
Rodríguez, Boyd spark Galaxy to 3-2 victory over Real Salt Lake
Memo Rodríguez and Tyler Boyd scored two minutes apart late in the second half to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 3-2 victory over Real Salt Lake.
García, Ruiz lead Nats' 5-homer barrage in 10-6 win over Dodgers
Luis García hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the eighth inning, Keibert Ruiz added two more of Washington's five homers, and the Washington Nationals avoided a series sweep with a 10-6 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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Former Playboy model accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1969
A former Playboy model who alleges Bill Cosby drugged and sexually assaulted her and another woman at his home in 1969 is suing the entertainer in Los Angeles under a new California law that suspends the statute of limitations on sex abuse claims.
Tupac Shakur to receive posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Tupac Shakur, legendary hip-hop icon and actor, is to be posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next week.
LA County DA: Armie Hammer will not face sexual assault charges
Armie Hammer, who was accused two years ago of rape by a woman who alleged the actor sexually assaulted her and beat her feet with a riding crop in Los Angeles in 2017 after they met on Facebook, will not face criminal charges, prosecutors announced today.
Veteran character actor John Beasley, who appeared in the TV drama "Everwood," dies at 79
John Beasley, the veteran character actor who played a kindly school bus driver on the TV drama "Everwood" and appeared in dozens of films dating back to the 1980s, has died.
Danny Masterson convicted on two counts of rape
A Los Angeles jury Wednesday has found "That '70s Show" actor Danny Masterson guilty of two counts of forcible rape.
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Rideshare company to introduce driverless cars in Los Angeles
The company Waymo plans to roll out self-driving cars in West Hollywood, Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Joy Benedict reports.
Robbery suspects ravage Commerce Coach store and steal $14,000 worth of merchandise
A group of five women rushed to grab anything they could steal before deputies arrived.
Hotel Casa del Mar | Look At This!
It's a gorgeous beachfront hotel now but in years past it was a drug rehab center, a home for soldiers and even a speakeasy known for its gambling. Desmond Shaw flies to Santa Monica to take a look at the beautiful Hotel Casa del Mar.
Temecula school board president calls gay rights activist 'pedophile' before book banning vote
An ugly scene played out at the Temecula Valley School Board meeting as they voted 3-2 to reject an elementary school social studies book that contained information about pioneering California gay rights figure Harvey Milk. The board's president made a baseless accusation that Milk was a pedophile before voting to ban the book. Tom Wait reports.
Animal shelter volunteer awarded $6.8 million after being mauled by dog in 2019
Lauren Pozen reports from Lincoln Heights, where a woman nearly had her arm ripped off while volunteering at a shelter in 2019. Years later, a lawsuit has found the city of Los Angeles liable for gross negligence in the case, awarding the woman $6.8 million.
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JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
The 95th Academy Awards
Check out this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the 2023 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre.
Shots from the 2023 Genesis Invitational at the Riviera Country Club
A series of shots from the first day of the Genesis Invitational professional golf tournament at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades.
65th Annual Grammy Awards from Crypto.com Arena
A look at some of Sunday's most memorable moments from music's biggest night at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.
65th Grammy Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
