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Evacuation orders issued for Airport Fire in Orange County
The fire started near a remote-controlled airplane airport in Trabuco Canyon.
Line Fire forces thousands to evacuate as state of emergency is declared
The Line Fire grew to 20,553 acres Monday in Southern California's San Bernardino County, threatening thousands of structures and bringing expanded mandatory evacuation orders.
Bridge Fire in Angeles National Forest grows to over 1200 acres
The Bridge Fire was last reported to be at 800 acres and grew to 1,255 acres Monday afternoon with 0% containment.
FBI offers $20,000 reward for information on deadly shooting at Compton pool party in June
A months-long investigation into a deadly shooting at a pool party in Compton continued on Monday, with federal investigators offering a reward for information that helps them solve the case.
Man arrested for fatally stabbing woman in Costa Mesa
Police say that the 28-year-old man returned to the apartment where the fatal stabbing occurred while police were surveying the scene, leading to his arrest on Sunday.
Four dead, four hospitalized after fiery three-car crash in Riverside County
The crash happened at around 2:20 p.m. at the intersection of Bridge Street and Gilman Springs Road, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Anaheim mother arrested for allegedly leaving her daughter in a car during 104 degree heat wave
Police said they found several empty alcohol bottles inside the woman's SUV.
Sunset Fire burns near I-10 in Riverside County
The fire has torched about 50 acres of brush and is burning at a "slow to moderate rate of spread," according to Riverside County Fire Department officials.
Excessive heat warnings extended for Los Angeles County
The National Weather Service extended its excessive heat warning for Los Angeles County an extra day on Monday.
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California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
Bills to shed light on newborn DNA storage in California quietly killed or gutted
Lawmakers quietly amended a bill prompted by a decade-long CBS investigation into California's Newborn Genetic Biobank. They removed the part that requires the state to reveal who is using our DNA for research and why.
Doctor who drove family off cliff fuels legal debate: Should attempted murder defendants get treatment instead of trial?
The doctor who was released from jail after driving his family off a cliff is being called the "poster child" for and against a California law that allows attempted murder defendants to get at-home mental health treatment instead of standing trial for alleged crimes.
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LA Metro bus and rail operator assaults are up year over year
On the heels of yet another Metro bus driver assault, Ross Palombo takes a look at the rising incidents and how this year's numbers compare to last.
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.
KCAL Investigates: Violent crime on Metro up 33% compared to pre-pandemic levels
Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
KCAL Investigates: Following the campaign money
Ross Palombo digs through the numbers to give the bigger picture behind California fundraising for both presidential candidates.
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Mother arrested after 3-year-old daughter dies inside car in midst of heat wave
An Anaheim mother has been arrested after her 3-year-old daughter died inside of an overheated car in the midst of a heat wave that brought triple digit temperatures to Southern California over the weekend. Mike Rogers reports.
Firefighters continue efforts to control Airport Fire burning in Trabuco Canyon
The Airport Fire continues to rage in Trabuco Canyon, quickly growing to consume nearly 2,000 acres of brush in just about six hours on Monday. Desmond Shaw and Mike Rogers provide the latest.
Orange County officials provide information on Airport Fire burning in Trabuco Canyon
Officials provided the latest information on the Airport Fire burning in Trabuco Canyon, which they say is nearing the burn scar from the Holy Fire in 2018.
Lake Hemet's Carp Derby underway as fishermen try to wrangle in 5,000 pounds of invasive species
Luzdelia Caballero reports from Lake Hemet, where city officials are hopeful that fishermen from around the area will join their Carp Derby as they attempt to clear 5,000 pounds of the invasive fish from the water.
Hometown Hero: Betsy Mitchell
Betsy Mitchell is an Olympic gold and silver medalist in swimming, then became an elite member of the Rowing World Championship team. Now the Athletic Director at Cal Tech, Betsy has turned those accomplishments into lessons for everyone. Jaime Maggio has more.
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Detmers works 6 strong innings, Drury and Kavadas hit HRs as Angels beat the struggling Twins 6-2
Reid Detmers worked six solid innings and Brandon Drury and Niko Kavadas homered to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 6-2 victory over the struggling Minnesota Twins.
Lakers big man Christian Wood will be out at least two months after another knee procedure
Los Angeles Lakers big man Christian Wood will be out for least two months after undergoing another arthroscopic surgical procedure on his left knee.
LA Rams WR Puka Nacua is headed to injured reserve after reaggravating his knee injury, McVay says
Receiver Puka Nacua is headed to injured reserve after reaggravating his knee injury in the Los Angeles Rams' season-opening loss at Detroit.
Montgomery's touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
David Montgomery scored on a 1-yard touchdown run in overtime, lifting the Detroit Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of an NFC wild-card game.
J.K. Dobbins rushes for 135 yards as the Chargers beat the Raiders 22-10 in Jim Harbaugh's debut
J.K. Dobbins rushed for 135 yards, including a 12-yard touchdown, and the Los Angeles Chargers had a successful debut under Jim Harbaugh as they rallied in the second half for a 22-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.
Ohtani hits 46th homer to tie career high, Dodgers beat Guardians 4-0
Shohei Ohtani hit his 46th home run of the season to tie his career high, Jack Flaherty pitched another gem and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-0 on Sunday in record-tying heat.
Rangers slug three homers on way to 7-4 win over Angels
Andrew Heaney snapped an eight-start winless streak as the Texas Rangers took an early five-run lead and beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-4.
Dolphins' Tyreek Hill briefly detained by police near Hard Rock Stadium
A police officer was placed on administrative duties after the incident, according to Miami-Dade Police Director Stephanie V. Daniels.
Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
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Desert Daze: A psych-rock music festival in Southern California
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
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Evacuation orders issued for Airport Fire in Orange County
The fire started near a remote-controlled airplane airport in Trabuco Canyon.
Line Fire forces thousands to evacuate as state of emergency is declared
The Line Fire grew to 20,553 acres Monday in Southern California's San Bernardino County, threatening thousands of structures and bringing expanded mandatory evacuation orders.
Bridge Fire in Angeles National Forest grows to over 1200 acres
The Bridge Fire was last reported to be at 800 acres and grew to 1,255 acres Monday afternoon with 0% containment.
FBI offers $20,000 reward for information on deadly shooting at Compton pool party in June
A months-long investigation into a deadly shooting at a pool party in Compton continued on Monday, with federal investigators offering a reward for information that helps them solve the case.
Man arrested for fatally stabbing woman in Costa Mesa
Police say that the 28-year-old man returned to the apartment where the fatal stabbing occurred while police were surveying the scene, leading to his arrest on Sunday.
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FBI offers $20,000 reward for information on deadly shooting at Compton pool party in June
A months-long investigation into a deadly shooting at a pool party in Compton continued on Monday, with federal investigators offering a reward for information that helps them solve the case.
Excessive heat warnings extended for Los Angeles County
The National Weather Service extended its excessive heat warning for Los Angeles County an extra day on Monday.
205 arrests in multi-agency operation targeting online predators
Authorities today announced 205 arrests were made during "Operation Online Guardian", a multi-agency task force targeting predators who sexually exploit minors through the internet.
Heat wave causes outages to more than 100,000 LADWP customers
More than 100,000 homes in Los Angeles endured triple-digit temperatures without power at some point during this nearly week-long heat wave.
Locally acquired case of dengue detected in Baldwin Park
Public Health officials said this is the third case of dengue in LA County but stressed that the chance of an outbreak remains low.
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Man arrested for fatally stabbing woman in Costa Mesa
Police say that the 28-year-old man returned to the apartment where the fatal stabbing occurred while police were surveying the scene, leading to his arrest on Sunday.
Anaheim mother arrested for allegedly leaving her daughter in a car during 104 degree heat wave
Police said they found several empty alcohol bottles inside the woman's SUV.
Evacuation orders issued for Airport Fire in Orange County
The fire started near a remote-controlled airplane airport in Trabuco Canyon.
Orange County barber charged with murder and torture of 6-year-old boy he was babysitting
Ernest Lamar Love, 41, is accused of torturing and murdering a 6-year-old boy he was babysitting last week while his mother worked a shift at St. Joseph's Hospital.
California Highway Patrol officer hurt in hit-and-run crash on 91 Freeway
The officer was doing a traffic stop when another driver crashed into the back of the patrol car.
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Four dead, four hospitalized after fiery three-car crash in Riverside County
The crash happened at around 2:20 p.m. at the intersection of Bridge Street and Gilman Springs Road, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Sunset Fire burns near I-10 in Riverside County
The fire has torched about 50 acres of brush and is burning at a "slow to moderate rate of spread," according to Riverside County Fire Department officials.
Fires across Southern California worsens air quality for millions of residents
The Line Fire worsened air quality to "hazardous levels," according to the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
Man charged with murder of California nudist ranch couple pleads not guilty
Michael Royce Sparks, 62, the neighbor of Daniel Menard, 79, and his wife, Stephanie Menard, 73, is accused of killing the couple who "disappeared" from the Olive Dell Ranch nudist resort in San Bernardino County in late August.
Flash Flood Warning in effect for parts of San Bernardino County, forecasters say
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for parts of San Bernardino County on Sunday.
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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.
KCAL Investigates: Violent crime on Metro up 33% compared to pre-pandemic levels
Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
KCAL Investigates: Following the campaign money
Ross Palombo digs through the numbers to give the bigger picture behind California fundraising for both presidential candidates.
KCAL News Investigates: Study sparks concerns about who police buy their guns from
After a two-year KCAL News Investigation uncovered serious concerns about police selling their old weapons, a new case study has brought a new light to where agencies buy their new guns.
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James Earl Jones, Tony-winning actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at age 93
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
How Trump and Harris are preparing for their first debate of 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to face off for the first time on Tuesday.
North Carolina governor: If Harris wins state, "she is the next president"
"There's no question about it. It's close here in North Carolina," North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Will Jennings, Oscar-winning co-writer of "My Heart Will Go On," dies at 80
Throughout his career, Will Jennings wrote for artists like Steve Winwood, Whitney Houston, Eric Clapton, B.B. King and Mariah Carey, among others.
Angel Reese announces season-ending injury
Angel Reese injured her wrist in the Chicago Sky's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, in which she recorded another one of her signature double-doubles.
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How Trump and Harris are preparing for their first debate of 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to face off for the first time on Tuesday.
North Carolina governor: If Harris wins state, "she is the next president"
"There's no question about it. It's close here in North Carolina," North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Harris-Trump poll finds Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin tight ahead of debate
More think Kamala Harris has the cognitive health to serve as president. Inflation concerns are bolstering Trump.
Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
Gov. Newsom vetoes bill aimed at helping undocumented immigrants buy homes in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill Friday that would have made some immigrants in the country illegally eligible for home loans backed by the state.
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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.
Target launches new paid membership program in a bid to drive increased sales
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
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Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
Understanding Leukemia and Lymphoma: essential facts, prevention tips, and ways to get involved
September is Leukemia and Lymphoma Awareness Month. Learn more about blood cancers below, including knowing your risk factors, resources for patients, prevention tips and how you can get Involved.
"Boy Meets World" actress Danielle Fishel reveals breast cancer diagnosis
The 43-year-old actress, who shared the news in the latest episode of her "Pod Meets World" podcast, said "learning from the experiences of others" motivated her to share the diagnosis.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
FDA rejects MDMA for treating PTSD, calls for redo of study, drugmaker says
Drugmaker Lykos Therapeutics had asked the FDA to approve its MDMA capsules as part of a therapy regimen for treating PTSD. It says another study will take "several years."
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California AI safety bill passes Legislature after drawing criticism from Pelosi, support from Musk
A sweeping measure to regulate the development of artificial intelligence has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
Californians can now add digital driver's licenses, ID cards to Google Wallet
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
Olympic Committee sues Logan Paul's energy drink brand over trademark
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger and journalist Willow Bay to become Angel City FC's new owners
Angel City FC says Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger and Southern California dean for communication and journalism Willow Bay will be the new controlling owners of the National Women's Soccer League team.
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Detmers works 6 strong innings, Drury and Kavadas hit HRs as Angels beat the struggling Twins 6-2
Reid Detmers worked six solid innings and Brandon Drury and Niko Kavadas homered to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 6-2 victory over the struggling Minnesota Twins.
Lakers big man Christian Wood will be out at least two months after another knee procedure
Los Angeles Lakers big man Christian Wood will be out for least two months after undergoing another arthroscopic surgical procedure on his left knee.
LA Rams WR Puka Nacua is headed to injured reserve after reaggravating his knee injury, McVay says
Receiver Puka Nacua is headed to injured reserve after reaggravating his knee injury in the Los Angeles Rams' season-opening loss at Detroit.
Montgomery's touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
David Montgomery scored on a 1-yard touchdown run in overtime, lifting the Detroit Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of an NFC wild-card game.
J.K. Dobbins rushes for 135 yards as the Chargers beat the Raiders 22-10 in Jim Harbaugh's debut
J.K. Dobbins rushed for 135 yards, including a 12-yard touchdown, and the Los Angeles Chargers had a successful debut under Jim Harbaugh as they rallied in the second half for a 22-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.
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James Earl Jones, Tony-winning actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at age 93
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
Will Jennings, Oscar-winning co-writer of "My Heart Will Go On," dies at 80
Throughout his career, Will Jennings wrote for artists like Steve Winwood, Whitney Houston, Eric Clapton, B.B. King and Mariah Carey, among others.
Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
The Grammy-winning musician's composition "Mas Que Nada" was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper known for trap jams, dies at 33
Rich Homie Quan was one of the biggest names in hip-hop in the mid-2010s.
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Mother arrested after 3-year-old daughter dies inside car in midst of heat wave
An Anaheim mother has been arrested after her 3-year-old daughter died inside of an overheated car in the midst of a heat wave that brought triple digit temperatures to Southern California over the weekend. Mike Rogers reports.
Firefighters continue efforts to control Airport Fire burning in Trabuco Canyon
The Airport Fire continues to rage in Trabuco Canyon, quickly growing to consume nearly 2,000 acres of brush in just about six hours on Monday. Desmond Shaw and Mike Rogers provide the latest.
Orange County officials provide information on Airport Fire burning in Trabuco Canyon
Officials provided the latest information on the Airport Fire burning in Trabuco Canyon, which they say is nearing the burn scar from the Holy Fire in 2018.
Lake Hemet's Carp Derby underway as fishermen try to wrangle in 5,000 pounds of invasive species
Luzdelia Caballero reports from Lake Hemet, where city officials are hopeful that fishermen from around the area will join their Carp Derby as they attempt to clear 5,000 pounds of the invasive fish from the water.
Hometown Hero: Betsy Mitchell
Betsy Mitchell is an Olympic gold and silver medalist in swimming, then became an elite member of the Rowing World Championship team. Now the Athletic Director at Cal Tech, Betsy has turned those accomplishments into lessons for everyone. Jaime Maggio has more.
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Desert Daze: A psych-rock music festival in Southern California
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
JM Eagle LA Championship
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
2024 Oscars Red Carpet
The Academy Awards will hand out filmmaking's top honor in 23 categories during the 2024 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern, 4 p.m. PDT.
