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LA Council resolution declares Saturday "Bad Bunny Day" in honor of singer
The announcement comes one day before the Latin music star will be performing Saturday night at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
Hackers threaten to leak stolen information if LAUSD does not pay ransom
Hackers have threatened to release stolen data from the Los Angeles Unified School District if the public school system does not pay a ransom by Monday.
One wounded in shooting at Inland Center Mall in San Bernardino
Officers believe that the shooting, which occurred in the parking lot outside of the mall's food court, is gang-related. They are still searching for a suspect.
Firefighters battle structure fire in Chinatown
Firefighters were dispatched to the scene of a fire within a two-story building on N. New High Street in the Chinatown area.
Newsom orders early arrival of winter blend to slow rising prices at the pump
Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered state officials to lift restrictions on producing cheaper winter blends of gasoline to slow the steep increase in the price of unleaded at the pump.
Stocks sink to new low for 2022 as recession fears mount
"The Fed isn't about to 'pivot' and there is more monetary tightening to come," said one analyst.
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy on the magic of "Hocus Pocus"
"Hocus Pocus 2" brings the return of the Sanderson sisters played by Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
Animal rendering facility in Vernon ordered to stop operations for repeated odor, safety violations
Baker Commodities failed to keep its facility clean and enclose portions of its facility where they processed animal material, according to the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
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Hackers give LAUSD until Monday to pay ransom
Hackers have threatened to release stolen data from the Los Angeles Unified School District if the public school system does not pay a ransom by Monday. Amy Johnson reports.
Chris Ashley takes social media by storm
Chances are you may have seen a video created by Chris Ashley somewhere on social media. He takes viral sports moments and adds his special touches. Chris stopped by the lot recently to talk to talk to about how it all started and of course, create a video of their own!
From events to food, this is what you can expect at Knott's Spooky Farm
Amy Johnson was joined by one special guest in the form of Snoopy, as well as Wilfred Seymore, a Knott's Berry Farm spokesperson who detailed just what families can expect when they head to Knott's Spooky Farm ahead of Halloween.
Time Out LA's Michael Juliano gives fun weekend events full of Halloween festiviites
Amy Johnson sat down with Time Out LA's Michael Juliano, who listed a slew of fun weekend events - highlighted by a number of Halloween-themed festivities to kick off October.
Drought, extreme weather heavily affecting farming industry
Dozens of popular crops, including corn and soybeans, have experienced heavy impacts as a result of the record-breaking drought and extreme weather plaguing California.
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Concussion expert says Miami Dolphins failed to protect injured quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa was taken to University of Cincinnati Medical Center for further evaluation after sustaining head and neck injuries.
Ohtani takes no-hitter into 8th; Angels beat Athletics, 4-2
The reigning AL MVP pitched no-hit ball into the eighth inning and extended his hitting streak to 14 games as Los Angeles pushed its winning streak to four with a 4-2 victory over the Oakland Athletics.
Vargas, Dodgers beat Padres 5-2 for 108th win
The rookie outfielder hit a tiebreaking, two-run single with the bases loaded in the sixth inning and the NL West champion Dodgers beat San Diego 5-2 on Thursday night to slow the Padres' playoff push.
CIF Southern Section passes proposal for girls flag football
The initiative to make girls flag football an official high school sport in California was spearheaded by the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams.
Chargers place Joey Bosa on injured reserve with torn groin
The outside linebacker will undergo surgery and coach Brandon Staley said that he is hopeful Bosa can return at some point later in the season.
UCLA offering discounted tickets for Friday night's game vs No. 15 Washington
The Bruins are averaging an attendance of 30,072 through three home games this season, which is the third-average in the Pac-12, according to the Los Angeles Times.
LeBron James buys into Major League Pickleball team
Pickleball has become the fastest growing sport in the U.S., with 4.8 million players across the country in 2021 — a 15% increase from 2020.
Freeman has RBI single in 10th, gives Dodgers 107th win
Freeman singled in Mookie Betts with one out in the 10th inning and the Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 1-0 in the second straight extra-inning game between the rivals.
Trout hits 38th homer, Lorenzen sharp as Angels beat A's, 4-1
Mike Trout hit his 38th home run, Michael Lorenzen went five strong innings and the Los Angeles Angels continued their success against the Oakland Athletics with a 4-1 victory on Wednesday night.
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CBS2 Investigates: Have celebrities gotten the message about using too much water?
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. In the two months since the investigation, have they gotten the message?
Gascón files battery, false imprisonment charges against LASD lieutenant
The charges stem from a "heated dispute" between a newly promoted LASD narcotics lieutenant and a woman at the famed Matsuhisa Restaurant in Beverly Hills.
Granada Hills homeowner sued by LA County for hoarding
CBS reported on the home back in November of last year, at which point publicly-funded cleanup crews cleared more than 20,000 pounds of trash from the yard. Now, more than a year later, and with no noticeable change in sight, LA County has taken matters into their own hands.
75 aggravated assaults reported on LAUSD campuses last year
In 2021, there were 332 batteries, 75 aggravated assaults and 12 arsons on LAUSD campuses. Ross Palombo shows how staffing shortages are affecting safety at Los Angeles schools.
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LA Council resolution declares Saturday "Bad Bunny Day" in honor of singer
The announcement comes one day before the Latin music star will be performing Saturday night at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
Hackers threaten to leak stolen information if LAUSD does not pay ransom
Hackers have threatened to release stolen data from the Los Angeles Unified School District if the public school system does not pay a ransom by Monday.
One wounded in shooting at Inland Center Mall in San Bernardino
Officers believe that the shooting, which occurred in the parking lot outside of the mall's food court, is gang-related. They are still searching for a suspect.
Firefighters battle structure fire in Chinatown
Firefighters were dispatched to the scene of a fire within a two-story building on N. New High Street in the Chinatown area.
Newsom orders early arrival of winter blend to slow rising prices at the pump
Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered state officials to lift restrictions on producing cheaper winter blends of gasoline to slow the steep increase in the price of unleaded at the pump.
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CBS2 Investigates: Have celebrities gotten the message about using too much water?
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. In the two months since the investigation, have they gotten the message?
Gascón files battery, false imprisonment charges against LASD lieutenant
The charges stem from a "heated dispute" between a newly promoted LASD narcotics lieutenant and a woman at the famed Matsuhisa Restaurant in Beverly Hills.
Granada Hills homeowner sued by LA County for hoarding
CBS reported on the home back in November of last year, at which point publicly-funded cleanup crews cleared more than 20,000 pounds of trash from the yard. Now, more than a year later, and with no noticeable change in sight, LA County has taken matters into their own hands.
75 aggravated assaults reported on LAUSD campuses last year
In 2021, there were 332 batteries, 75 aggravated assaults and 12 arsons on LAUSD campuses. Ross Palombo shows how staffing shortages are affecting safety at Los Angeles schools.
How staffing cuts for school police affected safety in LAUSD
Drastic cuts made two years ago forced the Los Angeles school police to rethink their service model by removing permanently stationed officers from inside schools.
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LA Council resolution declares Saturday "Bad Bunny Day" in honor of singer
The announcement comes one day before the Latin music star will be performing Saturday night at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
Hackers threaten to leak stolen information if LAUSD does not pay ransom
Hackers have threatened to release stolen data from the Los Angeles Unified School District if the public school system does not pay a ransom by Monday.
One wounded in shooting at Inland Center Mall in San Bernardino
Officers believe that the shooting, which occurred in the parking lot outside of the mall's food court, is gang-related. They are still searching for a suspect.
Firefighters battle structure fire in Chinatown
Firefighters were dispatched to the scene of a fire within a two-story building on N. New High Street in the Chinatown area.
Animal rendering facility in Vernon ordered to stop operations for repeated odor, safety violations
Baker Commodities failed to keep its facility clean and enclose portions of its facility where they processed animal material, according to the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
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Amtrak, Metrolink rail tracks halt operations through Orange County until further notice for emergency work
Crews will work to re-stabilize the tracks after heavy rains and high tide caused "continued movement to the right of way in the San Clemente area."
Southern California gas prices up 15 cents, the largest daily increase since 2012
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gas in Los Angeles County is now $6.26, approaching the record high of $6.46 set on June 14.
Report: Man killed running onto 91 Freeway lanes was fleeing fight at nearby Anaheim strip club
According to reports, the man had come from a nearby strip club called The Library Gentlemen's Club.
Parents demanding social media companies help prevent online drug sales
Parents who lost their children to fentanyl poisoning are demanding social media companies do more to prevent teens from contacting online drug dealers.
OC DA: Woman deliberately hit and killed man she thought was trying to run over cat in Cypress
Hannah Star Esser, 20, was charged with one felony count of murder in connection with the confrontation that left 43-year-old Victor Luis dead on Sunday.
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All eastbound 91 Freeway lanes through Corona to be closed all weekend, starting tonight
Starting at 10 p.m. Friday, all eastbound 91 Freeway lanes will be closed from Main Street to just west of Interstate 15.
Hundreds to move out of dilapidated, former dormitory in San Bernardino
The city is helping the 280 residents move to safer housing after taking the property owner to court.
Wild weather: Yucaipa hit with torrential rain, flash flooding
The flash flood warning issued for Redlands, Yucaipa, and Beaumont came to fruition Wednesday afternoon, when heavy rain turned several streets into rivers.
Southern California gas prices up 15 cents, the largest daily increase since 2012
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gas in Los Angeles County is now $6.26, approaching the record high of $6.46 set on June 14.
Parents demanding social media companies help prevent online drug sales
Parents who lost their children to fentanyl poisoning are demanding social media companies do more to prevent teens from contacting online drug dealers.
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Stocks sink to new low for 2022 as recession fears mount
"The Fed isn't about to 'pivot' and there is more monetary tightening to come," said one analyst.
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy on the magic of "Hocus Pocus"
"Hocus Pocus 2" brings the return of the Sanderson sisters played by Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
Buckle up, America: The Fed wants to put you out of a job
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says curbing inflation will cause pain. Critics say putting millions out of work is unnecessary.
Concussion expert says Miami Dolphins failed to protect injured quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa was taken to University of Cincinnati Medical Center for further evaluation after sustaining head and neck injuries.
Hurricane Ian could bring "life-threatening" storm surge to South Carolina
It could bring a "life-threatening" storm surge to South Carolina, forecasters say. Ian left catastrophic destruction in Florida and is being blamed for at least six deaths there.
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Newsom orders early arrival of winter blend to slow rising prices at the pump
Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered state officials to lift restrictions on producing cheaper winter blends of gasoline to slow the steep increase in the price of unleaded at the pump.
Buckle up, America: The Fed wants to put you out of a job
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says curbing inflation will cause pain. Critics say putting millions out of work is unnecessary.
Romance novel cover model pleads guilty in Jan. 6 case
Logan Barnhart pleaded guilty Wednesday for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol.
RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan challenges Newsom's parole denial
Sirhan Sirhan, who assassinated presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy in 1968, is asking a judge on Wednesday to free him from prison by reversing California Gov. Gavin Newsom's denial of his parole earlier this year.
California attorney general warns town against abortion ban
California Attorney General Rob Bonta threatened legal action against the Temecula City Council if they decided to override state law.
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Newsom orders early arrival of winter blend to slow rising prices at the pump
Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered state officials to lift restrictions on producing cheaper winter blends of gasoline to slow the steep increase in the price of unleaded at the pump.
Gas prices jump yet again, nearing record highs
The cost of gasoline saw yet another increase overnight, climbing for the 28th straight day. With the noted jump this week alone, California is just 7.9 cents away from the record high of $6.46 set in June.
Southern California gas prices up 15 cents, the largest daily increase since 2012
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gas in Los Angeles County is now $6.26, approaching the record high of $6.46 set on June 14.
California gas prices top $6 again after another overnight price spike
The average price of gas in California has again topped $6, with prices spiking nearly 15 cents in Los Angeles County to an average price of $6.11 for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline.
Passive income: What is it and how can you get started?
Charlie Chang and Rachel Richards are both living the dream of quitting their day jobs and living off the money they don't have to work too hard for.
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Concussion expert says Miami Dolphins failed to protect injured quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa was taken to University of Cincinnati Medical Center for further evaluation after sustaining head and neck injuries.
DEA: OD deaths spurred by fake pills with fentanyl — and some look like candy
Rainbow-colored pills are "being marketed and aimed at young people," DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said.
California attorney general warns town against abortion ban
California Attorney General Rob Bonta threatened legal action against the Temecula City Council if they decided to override state law.
CDC now tracking rise of BF.7 and BA.2.75 COVID variants nationwide
The BA.5 variant from the summer wave of cases has now fallen to 81.3% of new infections.
LAUSD officials announce plan to address fentanyl issue; Narcan to be available on all campuses
In response to the recent fentanyl overdoses by a number of Los Angeles Unified School District students, officials have announced a plan to provide Narcan to every campus in coming weeks, as well as embarking on an educational campaign for students and parents on the dangers of the synthetic opioid.
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After significant decline, gas prices climbing yet again throughout Southern California
Gas prices climbed for the 20th consecutive day Thursday, now up 34 cents during that time period. Experts claim that
Some Regal, Edwards theaters in Orange County abruptly closed for good
Cineworld, parent company of Regal Cinemas, filed for bankruptcy last week.
Kanye West Splits With San Francisco-based Gap clothing giant
Kanye West says he's breaking up with the Gap. Letter sent terminating the contract between Gap and West's company, Yeezy.
NYPD investigating death of Bed Bath & Beyond CFO Gustavo Arnal
Police found the 52-year-old unconscious with injuries showing he fell from a building in Manhattan.
Remote work delaying DTLA's post-pandemic recovery, study says
Researchers say that downtown Los Angeles' post-pandemic recovery may need a boost after many jobs have shifted to remote work.
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Concussion expert says Miami Dolphins failed to protect injured quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa was taken to University of Cincinnati Medical Center for further evaluation after sustaining head and neck injuries.
Ohtani takes no-hitter into 8th; Angels beat Athletics, 4-2
The reigning AL MVP pitched no-hit ball into the eighth inning and extended his hitting streak to 14 games as Los Angeles pushed its winning streak to four with a 4-2 victory over the Oakland Athletics.
Vargas, Dodgers beat Padres 5-2 for 108th win
The rookie outfielder hit a tiebreaking, two-run single with the bases loaded in the sixth inning and the NL West champion Dodgers beat San Diego 5-2 on Thursday night to slow the Padres' playoff push.
CIF Southern Section passes proposal for girls flag football
The initiative to make girls flag football an official high school sport in California was spearheaded by the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams.
Chargers place Joey Bosa on injured reserve with torn groin
The outside linebacker will undergo surgery and coach Brandon Staley said that he is hopeful Bosa can return at some point later in the season.
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LA Council resolution declares Saturday "Bad Bunny Day" in honor of singer
The announcement comes one day before the Latin music star will be performing Saturday night at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy on the magic of "Hocus Pocus"
"Hocus Pocus 2" brings the return of the Sanderson sisters played by Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
"The Price Is Right At Night" primetime special welcomes "Young Sheldon" stars
An audience of twins competes for double the prizes since Armitage and Revord play twins on "Young Sheldon."
"East New York" premiere set for Sunday, Oct. 2
Amanda Warren stars as the newly promoted boss of the 74th precinct in a working class Brooklyn neighborhood in the midst of social upheaval.
Trevor Noah to depart "The Daily Show"
"I realized, after the seven years, my time is up," the 38-year-old comedian told his audience.
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Hackers give LAUSD until Monday to pay ransom
Hackers have threatened to release stolen data from the Los Angeles Unified School District if the public school system does not pay a ransom by Monday. Amy Johnson reports.
Chris Ashley takes social media by storm
Chances are you may have seen a video created by Chris Ashley somewhere on social media. He takes viral sports moments and adds his special touches. Chris stopped by the lot recently to talk to talk to about how it all started and of course, create a video of their own!
From events to food, this is what you can expect at Knott's Spooky Farm
Amy Johnson was joined by one special guest in the form of Snoopy, as well as Wilfred Seymore, a Knott's Berry Farm spokesperson who detailed just what families can expect when they head to Knott's Spooky Farm ahead of Halloween.
Time Out LA's Michael Juliano gives fun weekend events full of Halloween festiviites
Amy Johnson sat down with Time Out LA's Michael Juliano, who listed a slew of fun weekend events - highlighted by a number of Halloween-themed festivities to kick off October.
Drought, extreme weather heavily affecting farming industry
Dozens of popular crops, including corn and soybeans, have experienced heavy impacts as a result of the record-breaking drought and extreme weather plaguing California.
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Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
Vin Scully: Life over the years
Legendary Dodger broadcaster Vin Scully died Tuesday, August 2, at the age 94.
2022 Home Run Derby at Dodger Stadium
Eight of Major League's Baseball best hitters compete to see who can hit the most home runs in one day at Dodger Stadium.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
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2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
