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Cruise industry experiencing resurgence after getting hit hard during pandemic
After experiencing a massive blow at the hands of the coronavirus pandemic, cruise lines are reporting a significant resurgence as case numbers decline and restrictions continue to relax throughout the world.
LeBron makes Las Vegas expansion pitch to Adam Silver
James, who has spoken in the past about wanting to eventually own an NBA franchise — with Las Vegas on his mind — sent a crystal-clear message to Commissioner Adam Silver on Wednesday night, reminding him of his future plans.
San Bernardino police arrest suspect connected to shooting at Inland Center Mall
The shooting occurred on Friday, Sept. 30 outside of the mall's food court area. According to police the suspect, Pablo Estrada, 23, was involved in a dispute of some sort with the victim inside of the mall.
280 San Bernardino tenants searching for new housing as city looks to close decrepit dormitory
The tenants of an unpermitted apartment building said that the city is making the matter worse by forcing them out.
4 family members kidnapped from California business found dead, sheriff says
A person of interest was taken into custody Tuesday. He is in critical condition after attempting suicide, authorities said.
Man robbed, attacked with hammer at homeless encampment in Culver City
The victim reportedly told police that he was sleeping in his tent when two men entered and pepper sprayed him before hitting him in the head with a hammer.
Pico Canyon Park reopened after mountain lion attack
Pico Canyon Park was closed after a mountain lion attacked a 7-year-old boy.
DEA agents make historic drug bust; seize 3,552 pounds of methamphetamine
The 3,552 pounds of meth are the largest-ever seizure for the DEA's Los Angeles Division, who also took 66 kilograms of cocaine into custody -- all located inside of the garage of a Norco residence. They are estimated to have a street value of $33 million.
"Scrubs" producer charged in L.A. with sexually assaulting 5 women
Weinberg was charged for alleged attacks between 2014 and 2019, but investigators say they believe there may be other victims dating back to the 1990s.
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Cruise industry making a comeback after experiencing pandemic-era woes
After experiencing a massive blow at the hands of the coronavirus pandemic, cruise lines are reporting a significant resurgence as case numbers decline and restrictions continue to relax throughout the world. Lesley Marin reports.
LAX, Delta unveil brand new Terminal 3 as part of airport makeover
Amy Johnson reports on the newly renovated Terminal 3 at LAX, a Delta hub, that now features charging stations galore and plenty of seating for everyone.
Prominent Hollywood producer Eric Weinberg charged with sexually assaulting five women
Rick Montanez provides the latest on the evolving case surrounding prominent Hollywood producer Eric Weinberg, known for "Scrubs" and "Californication," amongst others, after he was charged with sexually assaulting five women.
With OPEC announcing slash in oil production, what can Californians expect for gas prices?
Tom Wait reports on the recent news that OPEC has decided to slash oil production by as much as 2 million barrels a day. He speaks with industry experts who estimate that the drastic change may not have as much of an impact on California gas prices as expected.
Look At This: John Wayne Estate
Desmond Shaw flies us to Hollywood legend John Wayne's estate nestled in Encino.
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LeBron makes Las Vegas expansion pitch to Adam Silver
James, who has spoken in the past about wanting to eventually own an NBA franchise — with Las Vegas on his mind — sent a crystal-clear message to Commissioner Adam Silver on Wednesday night, reminding him of his future plans.
Kershaw, Dodgers beat Rockies, 6-1, for 111th victory
The Los Angeles Dodgers finished with their 111th victory to become the National League's winningest team in more than a century, and Clayton Kershaw tuned up for the postseason with nine strikeouts in beating the Colorado Rockies 6-1 Wednesday.
Stephen Vogt homers in final game before retirement as A's top Angels, 3-2
Stephen Vogt homered in his final game before retirement and scored the first run on a sacrifice fly after Shohei Ohtani pitched no-hit ball into the fifth, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on Wednesday.
Protester subdued by Rams' Bobby Wagner files police report in Santa Clara
A protester who ran onto the field during the San Francisco 49ers' Monday night home game against the Rams has filed a police report after being subdued by Los Angeles linebacker Bobby Wagner.
Angels keep Phil Nevin as manager for 2023 on 1-year deal
The Los Angeles Angels have hired Phil Nevin as manager for the 2023 season, removing his interim title and giving him a one-year contract Wednesday before the final game of the regular season.
Rockies beat Dodgers 5-2 after Urias departs in last start
Julio Urias made his final tune-up for the postseason and case for the Cy Young Award a solid one, though the Colorado Rockies went ahead after he left and beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-2 on Tuesday night.
Langeliers' bases-loaded walk sends A's past Angels, 2-1
Shea Langeliers drew a bases-loaded walk in the 10th inning, sending the Oakland Athletics past the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Tiffany Jackson, Texas Longhorn basketball star, dies at 37
Jackson was a standout at the University of Texas and was the No. 5 pick in the WNBA draft in 2007. She went on to play nine years in the league.
Kemp's RBI single in 10th lifts Athletics past Angels, 5-4
Pinch hitter Tony Kemp had an RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning, capping a spirited comeback that sent the Oakland Athletics to a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday 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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Freedom rally for Iran in Downtown Los Angeles
Thousands gathered in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning to call for change in Iran after Mahsa "Zhina" Amini, a Kurdish Iranian woman died in custody after being detained for failing to adhere to strict hijab laws in Iran.
Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
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Cruise industry experiencing resurgence after getting hit hard during pandemic
After experiencing a massive blow at the hands of the coronavirus pandemic, cruise lines are reporting a significant resurgence as case numbers decline and restrictions continue to relax throughout the world.
LeBron makes Las Vegas expansion pitch to Adam Silver
James, who has spoken in the past about wanting to eventually own an NBA franchise — with Las Vegas on his mind — sent a crystal-clear message to Commissioner Adam Silver on Wednesday night, reminding him of his future plans.
San Bernardino police arrest suspect connected to shooting at Inland Center Mall
The shooting occurred on Friday, Sept. 30 outside of the mall's food court area. According to police the suspect, Pablo Estrada, 23, was involved in a dispute of some sort with the victim inside of the mall.
280 San Bernardino tenants searching for new housing as city looks to close decrepit dormitory
The tenants of an unpermitted apartment building said that the city is making the matter worse by forcing them out.
4 family members kidnapped from California business found dead, sheriff says
A person of interest was taken into custody Tuesday. He is in critical condition after attempting suicide, authorities said.
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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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Man robbed, attacked with hammer at homeless encampment in Culver City
The victim reportedly told police that he was sleeping in his tent when two men entered and pepper sprayed him before hitting him in the head with a hammer.
Pico Canyon Park reopened after mountain lion attack
Pico Canyon Park was closed after a mountain lion attacked a 7-year-old boy.
DEA agents make historic drug bust; seize 3,552 pounds of methamphetamine
The 3,552 pounds of meth are the largest-ever seizure for the DEA's Los Angeles Division, who also took 66 kilograms of cocaine into custody -- all located inside of the garage of a Norco residence. They are estimated to have a street value of $33 million.
Family left searching for answers months after 24-year-old son struck and killed by MTA bus
Dylan Lupia, grandson of well-known actor Michael Landon, was walking in the bike lane on Palos Verdes Boulevard on Aug. 17 when he was struck by an oncoming MTA bus, that did not stop after the collision, and kept on until the next scheduled stop more than a mile and a half away.
Venice residents call for action after fire destroys several homes
Neighbors in the area where one home was completely destroyed and several others severely damaged by the fire on Sunday are urging investigators to make sure they don't overlook the homeless population while determining the cause of the fire.
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Thanksgiving prices rising after bird-flu kills millions of turkeys
Turkey prices are going through the roof but not because of inflation.
Police arrest armed carjacking suspect following hours-long standoff in Newport Beach
The series of events began with a pair of carjackings near Fashion Island, before officers engaged in pursuit with the suspect. He fled on foot in the Dover Shores community, where he prompted an hours-long standoff after barricading inside of a home.
Woman stabbed by transient in Santa Ana
McFadden and Main Street were blocked off Monday morning so officers could search for the suspect.
Mother arrested after boy unable to communicate is found in Huntington Beach
The boy was described as between 10 and 13 years old, and unable to communicate.
Los Angeles County gas prices break high record set in June
The average price for a gallon of regular, self-serve gasoline in Los Angeles County went up a penny overnight, bringing that price to $6.47, breaking the record of $6.46 set on June 14.
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San Bernardino police arrest suspect connected to shooting at Inland Center Mall
The shooting occurred on Friday, Sept. 30 outside of the mall's food court area. According to police the suspect, Pablo Estrada, 23, was involved in a dispute of some sort with the victim inside of the mall.
280 San Bernardino tenants searching for new housing as city looks to close decrepit dormitory
The tenants of an unpermitted apartment building said that the city is making the matter worse by forcing them out.
DEA agents make historic drug bust; seize 3,552 pounds of methamphetamine
The 3,552 pounds of meth are the largest-ever seizure for the DEA's Los Angeles Division, who also took 66 kilograms of cocaine into custody -- all located inside of the garage of a Norco residence. They are estimated to have a street value of $33 million.
Riverside adopts homeless encampment ban along the Santa Ana River
The Riverside City Council overwhelmingly adopted an ordinance making homeless encampments along many parts of the Santa Ana River bottom illegal.
Riverside County man charged with wildlife trafficking after selling jaguar cub
A Riverside County man and a Texas woman were federally indicted on Wednesday after they were found to have sold a live jaguar cub on separate occasions before it was abandoned on the doorsteps of an animal care center.
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4 family members kidnapped from California business found dead, sheriff says
A person of interest was taken into custody Tuesday. He is in critical condition after attempting suicide, authorities said.
"Scrubs" producer charged in L.A. with sexually assaulting 5 women
Weinberg was charged for alleged attacks between 2014 and 2019, but investigators say they believe there may be other victims dating back to the 1990s.
SpaceX launch takes Russian cosmonaut, NASA crewmates to space station
A NASA and SpaceX flight to the ISS includes the first Indigenous woman to go to space and a Russian cosmonaut.
OPEC and Russia slash oil production in bid to boost prices
In a move that could drive up gas prices, the oil cartel will cut production by 2 million barrels per day starting in November.
Alec Baldwin announces settlement with "Rust" shooting victim's family
Production will resume on the film in January and Halyna Hutchins' widower says he will be executive producer.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in review of documents seized in Mar-a-Lago search
The former president blasted the National Archives in a statement Tuesday.
Rick Caruso continues to trail Karen Bass in latest mayoral poll
Karen Bass has a marginal lead amongst registered voters, however, she holds a commanding 15-point lead among likely voters.
Trump sues CNN for defamation
He is asking for punitive damages of $475 million.
Newsom signs bill decriminalizing most jaywalking in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed into law a measure from a Bay Area lawmaker that would decriminalize jaywalking in most cases.
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Los Angeles County gas prices break high record set in June
The average price for a gallon of regular, self-serve gasoline in Los Angeles County went up a penny overnight, bringing that price to $6.47, breaking the record of $6.46 set on June 14.
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.
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More cheese recalled due to listeria outbreak
Federal officials are investigating an outbreak of bacterial infection that has sickened six, hospitalizing five.
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.
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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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LeBron makes Las Vegas expansion pitch to Adam Silver
James, who has spoken in the past about wanting to eventually own an NBA franchise — with Las Vegas on his mind — sent a crystal-clear message to Commissioner Adam Silver on Wednesday night, reminding him of his future plans.
Kershaw, Dodgers beat Rockies, 6-1, for 111th victory
The Los Angeles Dodgers finished with their 111th victory to become the National League's winningest team in more than a century, and Clayton Kershaw tuned up for the postseason with nine strikeouts in beating the Colorado Rockies 6-1 Wednesday.
Stephen Vogt homers in final game before retirement as A's top Angels, 3-2
Stephen Vogt homered in his final game before retirement and scored the first run on a sacrifice fly after Shohei Ohtani pitched no-hit ball into the fifth, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on Wednesday.
Protester subdued by Rams' Bobby Wagner files police report in Santa Clara
A protester who ran onto the field during the San Francisco 49ers' Monday night home game against the Rams has filed a police report after being subdued by Los Angeles linebacker Bobby Wagner.
Angels keep Phil Nevin as manager for 2023 on 1-year deal
The Los Angeles Angels have hired Phil Nevin as manager for the 2023 season, removing his interim title and giving him a one-year contract Wednesday before the final game of the regular season.
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"Scrubs" producer charged in L.A. with sexually assaulting 5 women
Weinberg was charged for alleged attacks between 2014 and 2019, but investigators say they believe there may be other victims dating back to the 1990s.
Alec Baldwin announces settlement with "Rust" shooting victim's family
Production will resume on the film in January and Halyna Hutchins' widower says he will be executive producer.
Loretta Lynn, country music queen, dies at age 90
Loretta Lynn's frank songs about life and love as a woman in Appalachia pulled her out of poverty and made her a pillar of country music.
Kim Kardashian to pay $1.26 million to SEC in crypto settlement
Kardashian is paying the settlement without admitting to or denying the SEC's findings, the agency said.
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.
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Cruise industry making a comeback after experiencing pandemic-era woes
After experiencing a massive blow at the hands of the coronavirus pandemic, cruise lines are reporting a significant resurgence as case numbers decline and restrictions continue to relax throughout the world. Lesley Marin reports.
LAX, Delta unveil brand new Terminal 3 as part of airport makeover
Amy Johnson reports on the newly renovated Terminal 3 at LAX, a Delta hub, that now features charging stations galore and plenty of seating for everyone.
Prominent Hollywood producer Eric Weinberg charged with sexually assaulting five women
Rick Montanez provides the latest on the evolving case surrounding prominent Hollywood producer Eric Weinberg, known for "Scrubs" and "Californication," amongst others, after he was charged with sexually assaulting five women.
With OPEC announcing slash in oil production, what can Californians expect for gas prices?
Tom Wait reports on the recent news that OPEC has decided to slash oil production by as much as 2 million barrels a day. He speaks with industry experts who estimate that the drastic change may not have as much of an impact on California gas prices as expected.
Look At This: John Wayne Estate
Desmond Shaw flies us to Hollywood legend John Wayne's estate nestled in Encino.
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Freedom rally for Iran in Downtown Los Angeles
Thousands gathered in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning to call for change in Iran after Mahsa "Zhina" Amini, a Kurdish Iranian woman died in custody after being detained for failing to adhere to strict hijab laws in Iran.
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
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
