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Homes near Pacoima explosion covered with thermal gel to protect neighborhood
Authorities will slowly burn the Pacoima home containing the leftover explosives from Thursday's blast.
Pursuit suspect jumps into Orange County harbor to get away from police
A pursuit suspect in Huntington Beach tried to lose police by jumping into the water and swimming away.
10 charged in drug smuggling scheme at Riverside County jail
One of the suspects allegedly tried to smuggle nearly two ounces of meth inside his body, according to the DOJ.
Mother charged with murder for allegedly killing 11-year-old son in Santa Ana hotel
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
Map shows which cities could be hit hard by spring allergies
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Family of man holding cell phone, shot and killed by LAPD officers speaks out
During Friday's rally, his sister, Evelyn Sanchez, said that her brother had texted her that night after leaving his parents' house, saying he got pulled over by the LAPD. "He got killed within minutes from that," she said.
Portion of southbound 605 Freeway in Santa Fe Springs closes this weekend for repairs
For paving, there will be full southbound 605 Freeway closures Friday night and Sunday night between Slauson Avenue and I-5 in Santa Fe Springs.
Palisades homeowner ready to return home following wildfire, help her community rebuild
Terri Webb's home is still standing in a neighborhood that was decimated by the Palisades Fire. After more than two months she is ready to return home and help her community rebuild.
Judge shares video disassembling guns in chambers in dissent against ruling
Judge Lawrence VanDyke released the video after a California appeals court upheld a ban on high-capacity gun magazines.
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How to help those affected by wildfires | KCAL Cares
KCAL Cares and the American Red Cross have partnered to support our communities in crisis.
KCAL News teams up with LA Sentinel to host wildfire recovery conference
KCAL Cares is teaming up with the Los Angeles Sentinel to help residents who have lost their homes during the Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
KCAL News sets up Southern California wildfires tip line
As Southern California navigates the lasting impacts of wildfire, the KCAL News and CBS Los Angeles team wants to hear from you.
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CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
Should it be legal that the public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix that following a recent CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
Once thought of as a small, rarely-used backstop, the FAIR Plan is now one of the largest insurers in the state, and people without FAIR Plan insurance are the ones on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt. Yet the FAIR Plan is still cloaked in secrecy.
"American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."
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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.
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.
KCAL Investigation Exposes Broken Hydrants, LADWP Begins Fixes
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
CBS News Investigation takes deep dive into California's FAIR Plan
CBS News Investigative Reporter Julie Watts takes a deep dive into the secrets inside California's FAIR Plan, which is typically intended for people who can't get coverage elsewhere. Now, after Los Angeles' devastating wildfires in January, those people are expected to foot the bill.
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Thieves caught on camera stealing cash register from Downey taco shop
Luzdelia Caballero shows us the security camera video from a brazen robbery. She also learns that this isn't the first time the Downey taco shop has been targeted.
Using a drone to help fire victims as they file insurance claims
Laurie Perez shows us how a filmmaker is using his drone to help homeowners survey the damages from the LA fires.
Dozens of homes evacuated as bomb disposal at Pacoima house begins
Firefighters have doused the home with diesel fuel for the controlled burn. LAFD crews placed thermal gel on surrounding homes to protect the rest of the neighborhood and erected a specialized metal mesh fence around the slow burn to prevent projectiles from flying into other homes.
Armed suspect lounges near pool at Chatsworth home during standoff with police
An armed suspect lounged near a pool at a Chatsworth home during a standoff with LAPD.
Security video shows fireworks explosion that forced Pacoima neighborhood to evacuate
Several homes remain under mandatory evacuations after a fiery explosion took place at a home in Pacoima and left a man in critical condition Thursday morning, authorities said. Jasmine Viel reports.
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UCLA rolls to another first-round March Madness win, 72-47 over Utah State
Skyy Clark and Eric Dailey Jr. each scored 14 points and No. 7 seed UCLA routed 10th-seeded Utah State 72-47 to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in five seasons.
Moore, Turcotte and Edmundson power Kings past Blackhawks
Joel Edmundson fired from deep in the Kings' zone and scored into an empty net with 19 seconds left to seal the win.
Clippers rally past Cavaliers 132-119, handing East leaders a second straight loss
Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers handed the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers their second straight loss, 132-119.
Mikael Granlund's 2nd goal pushes Stars past Ducks 4-3 in overtime
Mikael Granlund's second goal of the game 2:32 into overtime gave him 600 career points and lifted the Dallas Stars to a 4-3 come-from-behind win over the Anaheim Ducks.
LB Nate Landman agrees to a 1-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams
Inside linebacker Nate Landman agreed to a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams.
Dodgers beat Cubs 4-1 in season opener in Japan
Yoshinobu Yamamoto threw five strong innings, Shohei Ohtani had two hits and scored twice and the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs 4-1 in Major League Baseball's season opener at the Tokyo Dome.
Dodgers quest for back-to-back World Series titles begins in Japan
The Dodgers will take on the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo, Japan to officially start the 2025 MLB Season.
Reaves scores 30 points, Doncic just misses triple-double in Lakers' 125-109 win over Spurs
Austin Reaves scored 30 points and Luka Doncic had 21 points, 14 assists and nine rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers' 125-109 victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
Wild rally to beat Kings 3-1
Mats Zuccarello scored the tiebreaking power-play goal with 4:38 left and the Minnesota Wild beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-1.
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Homes near Pacoima explosion covered with thermal gel to protect neighborhood
Authorities will slowly burn the Pacoima home containing the leftover explosives from Thursday's blast.
Pursuit suspect jumps into Orange County harbor to get away from police
A pursuit suspect in Huntington Beach tried to lose police by jumping into the water and swimming away.
10 charged in drug smuggling scheme at Riverside County jail
One of the suspects allegedly tried to smuggle nearly two ounces of meth inside his body, according to the DOJ.
Mother charged with murder for allegedly killing 11-year-old son in Santa Ana hotel
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
Map shows which cities could be hit hard by spring allergies
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
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Homes near Pacoima explosion covered with thermal gel to protect neighborhood
Authorities will slowly burn the Pacoima home containing the leftover explosives from Thursday's blast.
Mother charged with murder for allegedly killing 11-year-old son in Santa Ana hotel
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
Family of man holding cell phone, shot and killed by LAPD officers speaks out
During Friday's rally, his sister, Evelyn Sanchez, said that her brother had texted her that night after leaving his parents' house, saying he got pulled over by the LAPD. "He got killed within minutes from that," she said.
Portion of southbound 605 Freeway in Santa Fe Springs closes this weekend for repairs
For paving, there will be full southbound 605 Freeway closures Friday night and Sunday night between Slauson Avenue and I-5 in Santa Fe Springs.
Palisades homeowner ready to return home following wildfire, help her community rebuild
Terri Webb's home is still standing in a neighborhood that was decimated by the Palisades Fire. After more than two months she is ready to return home and help her community rebuild.
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Pursuit suspect jumps into Orange County harbor to get away from police
A pursuit suspect in Huntington Beach tried to lose police by jumping into the water and swimming away.
Mother charged with murder for allegedly killing 11-year-old son in Santa Ana hotel
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
11-year-old allegedly killed by mother at Santa Ana hotel
Police arrived at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport and located a woman who had ingested an unknown substance, and then allegedly stabbed her son multiple times.
Man arrested at Temecula casino after firing shot at off-duty Irvine police officer
Investigators say that the man's car was tracked to Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula just hours after he fired a shot at an off-duty Irvine Police Department officer.
Search underway for man who allegedly stabbed Orange County deputy in the neck
Investigators are searching for the man who stabbed and Orange County deputy while they were patrolling in San Clemente on Tuesday.
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10 charged in drug smuggling scheme at Riverside County jail
One of the suspects allegedly tried to smuggle nearly two ounces of meth inside his body, according to the DOJ.
3 SoCal preschoolers hospitalized after eating fentanyl-laced pills
San Bernardino County deputies said the preschool, La Petite Academy, is working with investigators to find out how the pills got into the facility.
Stolen pony reunited with Jurupa Valley child
A little cowboy in Jurupa Valley treated his beloved pony with a big hug and a pallet of alfalfa during their heartfelt reunion this week.
Deputy Hector Cuevas Jr. remembered by San Bernardino County community after deadly pursuit crash
Deputy Hector Cuevas Jr., a beloved member of the San Bernardino County community, was remembered at a vigil the day after he died while pursuing a stolen car suspect through Victorville.
Man arrested at Temecula casino after firing shot at off-duty Irvine police officer
Investigators say that the man's car was tracked to Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula just hours after he fired a shot at an off-duty Irvine Police Department officer.
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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.
CBS News Investigation takes deep dive into California's FAIR Plan
CBS News Investigative Reporter Julie Watts takes a deep dive into the secrets inside California's FAIR Plan, which is typically intended for people who can't get coverage elsewhere. Now, after Los Angeles' devastating wildfires in January, those people are expected to foot the bill.
KCAL Uncovers Records Showing Dangerous Spike in Homeless 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.
KCAL Investigation Exposes Broken Hydrants, LADWP Begins Fixes
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Starbucks Changes Cups in Wake of KCAL Investigation
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states.
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Map shows which cities could be hit hard by spring allergies
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Judge shares video disassembling guns in chambers in dissent against ruling
Judge Lawrence VanDyke released the video after a California appeals court upheld a ban on high-capacity gun magazines.
UCLA rolls to another first-round March Madness win, 72-47 over Utah State
Skyy Clark and Eric Dailey Jr. each scored 14 points and No. 7 seed UCLA routed 10th-seeded Utah State 72-47 to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in five seasons.
What to know about the first day of spring
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling Department of Education
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
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Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling Department of Education
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
UC announces systemwide hiring freeze as funding cuts loom
The University of California announced that it would implement a hiring freeze and other cost-saving measures throughout the 10-campus system, amid potential cuts to funding.
AG Rob Bonta warns Californians of fake ICE agents, scams targeting immigrants
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a warning Tuesday following reports of people impersonating Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents along with other scams targeting immigrants.
Trump invokes wartime act, orders deportation of suspected Venezuelan gangs
President Trump's extraordinary order is breathtaking in its scope and has little precedent in U.S. history.
Trump signs continuing resolution, averting shutdown, White House says
The Senate on Friday passed a Republican-led stopgap measure to keep the government funded ahead of a midnight deadline.
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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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Pope Francis has calm night after breathing crisis caused recovery setback
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
Trump bars federal funding for schools with COVID vaccine mandates
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
U.S. records most whooping cough deaths since 2017
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
Flu levels now highest since 2009 pandemic, CDC reports
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
CDC purges STD and vaccine info after Trump gender order
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
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Joann to close about 500 fabric stores nationwide. Here's where.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Magic Johnson among 19 to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democratic philanthropist George Soros and actor-director Denzel Washington were awarded the nation's highest civilian honor.
Insurance companies in CA must offer coverage in wildfire-prone areas
Insurance companies in California will have to offer coverage to homeowners in wildfire-prone areas under a new state regulation that was announced Monday.
Ralphs files lawsuit seeking injunction against food trucks outside Pacific Palisades store
The lawsuit contends that multiple food truck operators have created constant nuisance outside of the store in the form of congestion, trash generation and rudeness to store employees.
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.
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UCLA rolls to another first-round March Madness win, 72-47 over Utah State
Skyy Clark and Eric Dailey Jr. each scored 14 points and No. 7 seed UCLA routed 10th-seeded Utah State 72-47 to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in five seasons.
Moore, Turcotte and Edmundson power Kings past Blackhawks
Joel Edmundson fired from deep in the Kings' zone and scored into an empty net with 19 seconds left to seal the win.
Clippers rally past Cavaliers 132-119, handing East leaders a second straight loss
Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers handed the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers their second straight loss, 132-119.
Mikael Granlund's 2nd goal pushes Stars past Ducks 4-3 in overtime
Mikael Granlund's second goal of the game 2:32 into overtime gave him 600 career points and lifted the Dallas Stars to a 4-3 come-from-behind win over the Anaheim Ducks.
LB Nate Landman agrees to a 1-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams
Inside linebacker Nate Landman agreed to a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams.
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Gal Gadot's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony disrupted by protest
Gal Gadot, who starred in "Wonder Woman" and "Fast and Furious" movies, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, but not before the ceremony was briefly disrupted by dueling protests over the war in the Middle East.
Hollywood director charged with defrauding Netflix out of $11 million
Carl Erik Rinsch, known for directing the film "47 Ronin," is charged with wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly spending millions meant to fund a Netflix sci-fi series.
D'Wayne Wiggins, founding member of soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, dies at 64
D'Wayne Wiggins, Oakland musician and a founding member of the soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! died Friday morning at age 64, the group announced on its Instagram page.
Gene Hackman, wife's cause of death announced by New Mexico officials
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Los Angeles firefighters honored on stage at Oscars ceremony
Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were honored on stage at the Oscars ceremony on Sunday, met with a standing ovation from some of Hollywood's biggest names.
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Thieves caught on camera stealing cash register from Downey taco shop
Luzdelia Caballero shows us the security camera video from a brazen robbery. She also learns that this isn't the first time the Downey taco shop has been targeted.
Using a drone to help fire victims as they file insurance claims
Laurie Perez shows us how a filmmaker is using his drone to help homeowners survey the damages from the LA fires.
Dozens of homes evacuated as bomb disposal at Pacoima house begins
Firefighters have doused the home with diesel fuel for the controlled burn. LAFD crews placed thermal gel on surrounding homes to protect the rest of the neighborhood and erected a specialized metal mesh fence around the slow burn to prevent projectiles from flying into other homes.
Armed suspect lounges near pool at Chatsworth home during standoff with police
An armed suspect lounged near a pool at a Chatsworth home during a standoff with LAPD.
Security video shows fireworks explosion that forced Pacoima neighborhood to evacuate
Several homes remain under mandatory evacuations after a fiery explosion took place at a home in Pacoima and left a man in critical condition Thursday morning, authorities said. Jasmine Viel reports.
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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.
