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Pandemic unemployment fraud ring ran by woman serving life in prison
A woman imprisoned for life after helping murder her mother allegedly led a group of 13 people to defraud California out of at least $2 million.
Doctor accused of selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards in Tujunga
An osteopathic doctor with a practice in Montrose was charged Tuesday with allegedly giving out fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to his patients as well as injecting some of them with blood plasma he received from donors.
Exclusive: Security video shows suspected shoplifter hit 61-year-old store owner
The owners of G&J Market for the last 11 years say most of their customers are regulars and that they did not recognize the man involved in this attack.
Brush fire erupts near I-5 Freeway in Sylmar
The fire is about one acre and no structures are threatened.
Community honors Dr. John Cheng, man who helped stop Laguna Woods gunman
The memorial for Dr. John Cheng, the man who died after rushing a gunman in Laguna Woods, continues to grow outside of the South Coast Medical Group in Aliso Viejo where he practiced.
Riverside residents launching neighborhood watch after series of home invasion robberies
There have been four home invasion robberies since April 10, including one in which a family was duct taped and locked in their bathroom and another where a male victim was shot multiple times.
Settlement allowing $320 million sale of Angel Stadium put on hold amid FBI corruption probe of Mayor Harry Sidhu
The request to pause the settlement comes just a few weeks after the Bonta's office announced the agreement with Anaheim, resolving the dispute over affordable housing in the stadium deal.
Brush fire breaks out near Griffith Observatory
The fire broke out just before 3 p.m. in the 2600 block of North Nottingham Avenue.
Former president, CEO of Anaheim Chamber of Commerce faces federal charge of lying to a mortgage lender
Todd Ament, who faces a statutory maximum sentence of 30 years in federal prison if convicted as charged, is expected to appear in federal court Tuesday.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Suspect in Laguna Woods church shooting charged with murder, attempted murder
If convicted as charged, he could be eligible to face the death penalty.
Uber to roll out party buses, robot deliveries and vacation bookings
As demand for rides increases, Uber plans on rolling out an array of new features for customers.
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The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
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Dodgers will play first doubleheader at Dodger Stadium since 1999
The last time there was a doubleheader at Dodger Stadium, Napster had just been released and SpongeBob was a brand new character.
Dodgers top Bumgarner, D-Backs, 5-4
The Boys in Blue scored three runs off of familiar foe Madison Bumgarner, saddling him with the loss - his seventh straight at the hands of the Dodgers.
Syndergaard allows six first inning runs as Rangers top Halos, 7-4
Despite jumping to a 3-0 lead in the top of the first, Angels starter Noah Syndergaard was unable to retire five of the first six batters he faced.
Galaxy's Chicharito hosts Mental Health Awareness panel
As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, LA Galaxy star forward Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez hosted a panel on mental health and peak performance, where he was by Dr. Armando González to speak to members of the LA Galaxy academy and the Cal State Dominguez Hills Women's Soccer team. CBSLA's Jim Hill spoke with Chicharito about why the subject is so important to him.
Woman files for protective order against former-Laker Rajon Rondo
A Louisville woman has filed for an emergency protective order against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Rajon Rondo and alleges the former Kentucky star brandished a gun and threatened her life.
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Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Tenants evicted from unsafe housing
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
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Pursuit ends with crash into front yard of South LA home
Sky9's Desmond Shaw was over the scene of a short pursuit that ended with a crash into the yard of a South LA home.
CBS News Los Angeles: The Rundown (May 17 PM Edition)
Here are the latest headlines in local news and weather. Updated twice daily.
Only On 2: Security video captures South Los Angeles shop owner hit by suspected shoplifter
Kandiss Crone reports from South Los Angeles where security video captured a suspected shoplifter hitting a 61-year-old store owner to the ground after she confronted him about paying for his groceries.
Person of interested detained in connection to Griffith Park brusher
Authorities LAPD were seen taking a person of interest into custody, in connection to the Griffith Park that grew to approximately six acres before firefighters were able to eliminate forward progress of the fire.
LAFD battling brush fire in Sylmar
Sky2's Desmond Shaw was over Sylmar where a one acre brush fire was burning along the 5 Freeway and the northern end of Laurel Canyon Boulevard.
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Flawed Justice: The Kimberly Long Story
It was a murder with no eyewitnesses. No physical evidence. A star witness for the prosecution killed before he could testify, and a jury that didn't get to see all of the evidence — until now. We invite you to travel with us on this continuing journey — 15 years in the making.
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Pandemic unemployment fraud ring ran by woman serving life in prison
A woman imprisoned for life after helping murder her mother allegedly led a group of 13 people to defraud California out of at least $2 million.
Doctor accused of selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards in Tujunga
An osteopathic doctor with a practice in Montrose was charged Tuesday with allegedly giving out fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to his patients as well as injecting some of them with blood plasma he received from donors.
Exclusive: Security video shows suspected shoplifter hit 61-year-old store owner
The owners of G&J Market for the last 11 years say most of their customers are regulars and that they did not recognize the man involved in this attack.
Brush fire erupts near I-5 Freeway in Sylmar
The fire is about one acre and no structures are threatened.
Community honors Dr. John Cheng, man who helped stop Laguna Woods gunman
The memorial for Dr. John Cheng, the man who died after rushing a gunman in Laguna Woods, continues to grow outside of the South Coast Medical Group in Aliso Viejo where he practiced.
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Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Tenants evicted from unsafe housing
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
Video Allegedly Shows VA Police Officer Using Baton To Beat Suspect 32 Times
A video depicting an officer with the Veterans Affairs Police Department swinging his baton at a suspect on the ground more than two dozen times has raised questions about possible police brutality.
CBS2 Investigates: Thieves Strip Nearly 40 Catalytic Converters From City Vehicles In North Hollywood
It's not the first time a city auto yard has been hit either. Last March, 68 vehicles were targeted at a city-owned facility in Lincoln Heights.
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Doctor accused of selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards in Tujunga
An osteopathic doctor with a practice in Montrose was charged Tuesday with allegedly giving out fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to his patients as well as injecting some of them with blood plasma he received from donors.
Exclusive: Security video shows suspected shoplifter hit 61-year-old store owner
The owners of G&J Market for the last 11 years say most of their customers are regulars and that they did not recognize the man involved in this attack.
Brush fire erupts near I-5 Freeway in Sylmar
The fire is about one acre and no structures are threatened.
Brush fire breaks out near Griffith Observatory
The fire broke out just before 3 p.m. in the 2600 block of North Nottingham Avenue.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
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Community honors Dr. John Cheng, man who helped stop Laguna Woods gunman
The memorial for Dr. John Cheng, the man who died after rushing a gunman in Laguna Woods, continues to grow outside of the South Coast Medical Group in Aliso Viejo where he practiced.
Settlement allowing $320 million sale of Angel Stadium put on hold amid FBI corruption probe of Mayor Harry Sidhu
The request to pause the settlement comes just a few weeks after the Bonta's office announced the agreement with Anaheim, resolving the dispute over affordable housing in the stadium deal.
Former president, CEO of Anaheim Chamber of Commerce faces federal charge of lying to a mortgage lender
Todd Ament, who faces a statutory maximum sentence of 30 years in federal prison if convicted as charged, is expected to appear in federal court Tuesday.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Additional evacuations lifted as firefighters report 90% containment of Coastal Fire
After more than 900 homes were evacuated due to last week's wildfire, just 30 homes located on Corona Pointe remain under mandatory evacuation.
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Pandemic unemployment fraud ring ran by woman serving life in prison
A woman imprisoned for life after helping murder her mother allegedly led a group of 13 people to defraud California out of at least $2 million.
Riverside residents launching neighborhood watch after series of home invasion robberies
There have been four home invasion robberies since April 10, including one in which a family was duct taped and locked in their bathroom and another where a male victim was shot multiple times.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Cost of apartment rentals across the Southland spiking
While Orange County has seen the highest spikes in rent this year, the cost of apartment rentals in LA County and the Inland Empire have also increased significantly.
Coyote Fire in Banning spreads to 75 acres, 0% contained
CAL FIRe/Riverside County Fire Department crews were engaged with the blaze which had grown from 20 acres to 75 acres in less than an hour's time.
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Uber to roll out party buses, robot deliveries and vacation bookings
As demand for rides increases, Uber plans on rolling out an array of new features for customers.
It's about to get more expensive to take out federal student loans
Interest rates will be 4.99% for undergraduate loans, 6.54% for graduate loans and 7.54% for PLUS loans for the 2022-2023 year.
Pentagon officials testify at first public UFO hearing in more than 50 years
Pentagon officials are testifying about the Defense Department's efforts to organize, analyze and investigate reports of unidentified aerial phenomena.
Johnny Depp's attorney presses Amber Heard on photos, donation
Heard's attorney finished her direct questioning of the actor Monday, as trial resumed after a one-week break.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
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It's about to get more expensive to take out federal student loans
Interest rates will be 4.99% for undergraduate loans, 6.54% for graduate loans and 7.54% for PLUS loans for the 2022-2023 year.
Pentagon officials testify at first public UFO hearing in more than 50 years
Pentagon officials are testifying about the Defense Department's efforts to organize, analyze and investigate reports of unidentified aerial phenomena.
New York governor says Buffalo shooting was "white supremacy terrorism"
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
Battle for new 27th Congressional District is tight race between two familiar opponents
The new district will include some parts of the San Fernando Valley, Antelope Valley and Santa Clarita.
McConnell and GOP senators visit Zelenskyy in Ukraine
The senators travelled to Ukraine days before the Senate is expected to pass a $40 billion package of military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
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39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
Mega Mistake: Announcer mistakenly calls Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9" in Tuesday night's drawing
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
Labor negotiations begin between port workers, Pacific Maritime Association amid historic supply chain disruptions
The ILWU's current bargaining agreement expires on July 1.
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Doctor accused of selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards in Tujunga
An osteopathic doctor with a practice in Montrose was charged Tuesday with allegedly giving out fake COVID-19 vaccination cards to his patients as well as injecting some of them with blood plasma he received from donors.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
Bacterial toxin that sickened Coachella shuttle bus drivers identified
The specific food item that caused the sickness is still not known because the sampled food items were mixed.
Local mothers struggle to feed babies amidst a baby formula shortage
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
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39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
Mega Mistake: Announcer mistakenly calls Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9" in Tuesday night's drawing
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
Local mothers struggle to feed babies amidst a baby formula shortage
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
Sports
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Dodgers will play first doubleheader at Dodger Stadium since 1999
The last time there was a doubleheader at Dodger Stadium, Napster had just been released and SpongeBob was a brand new character.
Dodgers top Bumgarner, D-Backs, 5-4
The Boys in Blue scored three runs off of familiar foe Madison Bumgarner, saddling him with the loss - his seventh straight at the hands of the Dodgers.
Syndergaard allows six first inning runs as Rangers top Halos, 7-4
Despite jumping to a 3-0 lead in the top of the first, Angels starter Noah Syndergaard was unable to retire five of the first six batters he faced.
Woman files for protective order against former-Laker Rajon Rondo
A Louisville woman has filed for an emergency protective order against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Rajon Rondo and alleges the former Kentucky star brandished a gun and threatened her life.
Tiger Woods says he's "gotten a lot stronger," since playing in Masters
With the second major set to begin this week, all signs are pointing towards Tiger Woods playing in the 2022 PGA Championship.
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Johnny Depp's attorney presses Amber Heard on photos, donation
Heard's attorney finished her direct questioning of the actor Monday, as trial resumed after a one-week break.
Fred Ward, acclaimed film and television actor, has died at 79
Ward's cause of death was not released.
Pacoima Post Office renamed for hometown hero and rock legend Ritchie Valens
The post office's dedication to Ritchie Valens takes place on what would have been Valens' 81st birthday.
Weezer, 311 kick off three-day Beachlife Festival tonight in Redondo Beach
The Smashing Pumpkins is Saturday's headliner, while the Steve Miller Band caps the festival off on Sunday.
Andy Dick arrested at Orange County campground in sexual assault investigation
The comedian and actor was arrested Wednesday morning at O'Neill Regional Park, 30892 Trabuco Canyon Road.
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Pursuit ends with crash into front yard of South LA home
Sky9's Desmond Shaw was over the scene of a short pursuit that ended with a crash into the yard of a South LA home.
CBS News Los Angeles: The Rundown (May 17 PM Edition)
Here are the latest headlines in local news and weather. Updated twice daily.
Only On 2: Security video captures South Los Angeles shop owner hit by suspected shoplifter
Kandiss Crone reports from South Los Angeles where security video captured a suspected shoplifter hitting a 61-year-old store owner to the ground after she confronted him about paying for his groceries.
Person of interested detained in connection to Griffith Park brusher
Authorities LAPD were seen taking a person of interest into custody, in connection to the Griffith Park that grew to approximately six acres before firefighters were able to eliminate forward progress of the fire.
LAFD battling brush fire in Sylmar
Sky2's Desmond Shaw was over Sylmar where a one acre brush fire was burning along the 5 Freeway and the northern end of Laurel Canyon Boulevard.
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The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
64th Annual Grammys
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
Shots from The Chevron Championship 2022
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.
