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Officer, 2 others hospitalized after being shot in Arcadia; suspect arrested after hours-long standoff
As soon as officers arrived, the suspect opened fire — striking the officer in the face and a family member in the upper body. The third person, unrelated to the incident, was reportedly struck by shrapnel.
Family uses DNA to identify final victim in fatal Windsor Hills crash
Relatives of 42-year-old Natiesha Lewis had to use DNA to identify her since her body was so badly burned.
California searching for new ways to pump up water supply as drought worsens
Areas like the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District have invested in projects that turn recycled water into some of the purest drinking water.
Local parents react to CDC's changing COVID-19 guidelines
While some parents are excited by the newest guidelines, others remain concerned about the safety of their school-aged children.
Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Large fire breaks out next to 105, 605 Freeways in Norwalk
The Los Angeles County Fire Department is battling a large fire near the 105 and 605 Freeways.
LA County to change monkeypox vaccine doses following FDA's new method
Officials say the move will lead to a five-fold increase in the availability of local vaccinations.
Prominent athletic trainer in Orange arrested on charges of sexual assault of 2 teenage girls
Chris "Coach Frogg" Flores, 37, a former athletic trainer at Stars Prep Academy, was arrested Thursday morning in Bakersfield, authorities say.
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Look At This: State Fair Entertainment
Desmond Shaw flies us to Santa Anita Park in Arcadia for the State Fair Entertainment, the official summer fair of Los Angeles County.
Anne Heche suffered severe brain injury in crash, not expected to survive, rep says
Emmy-Award winning actor Anne Heche is not expected to survive, according to a statement released by her reps, after crashing into a Mar Vista home Friday.
Family uses DNA to identify final victim in deadly Windsor Hills crash
Relatives of 42-year-old Natiesha Lewis had to use DNA to identify her since her body was so badly burned. Kandiss Crone reports.
Las Virgenes 'Pure Water Project' hopes to pump up water supplies amid record drought
With California set to lose 10% of its water supply by 2040, Gov. Gavin Newsom has urged water districts to craft new ways to pump up their water supplies. Joy Benedict reports.
CDC alters COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
Rick Montanez reports from Burbank on the CDC's relaxation of quarantine guidelines, which has some parents of school-aged children concerned about the spread of COVID-19.
Sports
Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey first ever to be retired across entire NBA
All NBA players will wear a commemorative patch on their uniforms during the 2022-23 season as a tribute to Russell.
Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer sued by woman who accused him of sexual assault
Bauer was recently suspended by Major League Baseball for 324 games despite being cleared of criminal charges by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office in February.
Dodgers defeat Twins 8-5 to extend winning streak to 10
It is the first time since July 2017 that the Dodgers have put together a double-digit winning streak. It is also their third straight series sweep and 14th of the season.
Chargers have 6th best odds of winning Super Bowl LVII
The Bolts have the second best odds of winning the AFC West, after the Kansas City Chiefs.
Sierra RBI double in 12th, Angels beat A's 5-4 for sweep
The Angels took a 3-0 lead in the sixth on a three-run homer by Luis Rengifo, his seventh of the year.
Dodgers roll past Twins to boost win streak to nine
Max Muncy continued to rebound from a slow start to the season with a home run and Julio Urias pitched seven strong innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to a season-best nine games with a 10-3 victory Tuesday night over the Minnesota Twins.
Ohtani homers, wins to match Ruth as Angels top A's 5-1
Ohtani pitched six scoreless innings to go with his team-leading 25th home run, reaching yet another monumental milestone as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Oakland Athletics 5-1 on Tuesday.
Serena Williams hints at retirement, says she's "evolving away from tennis"
The athlete and icon suggested that she's planning to retire in a new Vogue essay published on Tuesday.
Suarez strikes out 8, outduels Irvin as Angels edge A's 1-0
Suarez (4-4) gave up two hits while earning his second straight win against the A's. He hasn't allowed an earned run in his last 18 innings.
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CBS2 Investigates: Experts react to celebrities using excessive water amid drought restrictions
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. Now, some water environmentalists are concerned.
CBS2 Investigates: Are some celebrities using too much water amid drought restrictions?
Some A-list celebrities with multimillion dollar mansions in and around Calabasas are on a water budget like every other house in the Las Virgenes Water District, but a CBS2 investigation found that many of them have been going over their allotted amount.
Wage theft costing California workers an estimated $2 billion a year
The most common victims are low-wage workers - often women, immigrants, and people of color.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
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Officer, 2 others hospitalized after being shot in Arcadia; suspect arrested after hours-long standoff
As soon as officers arrived, the suspect opened fire — striking the officer in the face and a family member in the upper body. The third person, unrelated to the incident, was reportedly struck by shrapnel.
Family uses DNA to identify final victim in fatal Windsor Hills crash
Relatives of 42-year-old Natiesha Lewis had to use DNA to identify her since her body was so badly burned.
California searching for new ways to pump up water supply as drought worsens
Areas like the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District have invested in projects that turn recycled water into some of the purest drinking water.
Local parents react to CDC's changing COVID-19 guidelines
While some parents are excited by the newest guidelines, others remain concerned about the safety of their school-aged children.
Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
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CBS2 Investigates: Are some celebrities using too much water amid drought restrictions?
Some A-list celebrities with multimillion dollar mansions in and around Calabasas are on a water budget like every other house in the Las Virgenes Water District, but a CBS2 investigation found that many of them have been going over their allotted amount.
CBS2 Investigates: Experts react to celebrities using excessive water amid drought restrictions
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. Now, some water environmentalists are concerned.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
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Family uses DNA to identify final victim in fatal Windsor Hills crash
Relatives of 42-year-old Natiesha Lewis had to use DNA to identify her since her body was so badly burned.
California searching for new ways to pump up water supply as drought worsens
Areas like the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District have invested in projects that turn recycled water into some of the purest drinking water.
Local parents react to CDC's changing COVID-19 guidelines
While some parents are excited by the newest guidelines, others remain concerned about the safety of their school-aged children.
Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Large fire breaks out next to 105, 605 Freeways in Norwalk
The Los Angeles County Fire Department is battling a large fire near the 105 and 605 Freeways.
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Prominent athletic trainer in Orange arrested on charges of sexual assault of 2 teenage girls
Chris "Coach Frogg" Flores, 37, a former athletic trainer at Stars Prep Academy, was arrested Thursday morning in Bakersfield, authorities say.
UC admits bigger, more diverse class of freshmen to 2022 fall term
The University of California is breaking admissions records again with a bigger freshmen class of diverse Californians for the 2022 fall term.
Attorney explains why the Irvine doctor accused of poisoning her husband poured Drano into cup
The attorney for the woman accused of poisoning her husband with Drano insists there's a very simple reason why she had the chemical.
Nearly a dozen Laguna Beach homes evacuated after water main breaks overnight
The water flow caused mud and debris to flow down a ravine into Laguna Canyon Road.
Irvine doctor allegedly caught on camera poisoning her husband with Drano
Yue Yu, 45, was arrested last Thursday for poisoning her husband of 10 years.
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Eastbound lanes of 210 Freeway to be shut down for 5 full days for next phase of bridge project
All lanes of the eastbound 210 Freeway will be closed from the 605 Freeway to about Irwindale Avenue, starting at 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17.
UC admits bigger, more diverse class of freshmen to 2022 fall term
The University of California is breaking admissions records again with a bigger freshmen class of diverse Californians for the 2022 fall term.
Heat advisory goes into effect for most of Riverside County
With much of the region expected to eclipse triple digits, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Inland Empire, Riverside, Moreno Valley and Corona.
Small plane crash lands on 91 Freeway in Corona
Two people were on board the plane, and neither were injured, California Highway Patrol officials reported.
Anaheim man sentenced to 10 years in prison for Inland Empire freeway shootings
Jesse Rodriguez had been facing attempted murder charges for the string of shootings that terrorized Southern California drivers for about a month last year.
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DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey first ever to be retired across entire NBA
All NBA players will wear a commemorative patch on their uniforms during the 2022-23 season as a tribute to Russell.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Did Equifax's credit error affect you? Here's how to check.
Credit bureau said fewer than 300,000 people were affected, while a lawsuit claims the true number could be in the millions.
Steve Martin says he won't "seek" new TV, movie work: "This is, weirdly, it"
The actor hinted at a possible retirement in an interview published Wednesday.
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DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Alex Padilla, Council President Nury Martinez endorse Bass in LA mayoral race
Rep. Karen Bass and billionaire businessman Rick Caruso will square off in November.
Trump says he took the Fifth in New York fraud investigation
The deposition is part of a wide-ranging probe into Trump's business practices by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Protestors disrupt Los Angeles City Council meeting as council members vote to ban homeless encampments near schools
Despite voting to pass the proposed ordinance to ban encampments within 500 feet of schools and daycares last week, a procedural issue will bring the issue back to city council for a third vote. Council members voted in favor of banning encampments, 11-3 on Tuesday.
Time running out for 1M Californians to sign up for student loan forgiveness
In partnership with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the Campaign for California Borrowers' Rights on Monday launched a "California Student Debt Challenge," a statewide informational campaign on student loan forgiveness.
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Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
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LA County to change monkeypox vaccine doses following FDA's new method
Officials say the move will lead to a five-fold increase in the availability of local vaccinations.
LA county moves from "high" to "medium" level of COVID-19 activity category
On Thursday, the CDC released updated numbers showing the county's hospitalization rate had dropped to 9.9 per 100,000 residents.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
What is having monkeypox like? Survivor opens up on illness and recovery
Todd called for more informed health care providers and faster responses from government officials.
Monkeypox vaccination site to open in East Hollywood
As of Monday, there were 616 confirmed or presumed cases in the county.
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Amazon buys San Francisco-based One Medical for $3.9 billion
Amazon announced Thursday it will acquire the primary care organization One Medical in a deal valued roughly at $3.9 billion, marking another expansion for the retailer into health care services.
Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
Twitter laying off a third of its talent acquisition team
Twitter is laying off a portion of its recruiting team after previously saying it would pause most hiring.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
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Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey first ever to be retired across entire NBA
All NBA players will wear a commemorative patch on their uniforms during the 2022-23 season as a tribute to Russell.
Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer sued by woman who accused him of sexual assault
Bauer was recently suspended by Major League Baseball for 324 games despite being cleared of criminal charges by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office in February.
Dodgers defeat Twins 8-5 to extend winning streak to 10
It is the first time since July 2017 that the Dodgers have put together a double-digit winning streak. It is also their third straight series sweep and 14th of the season.
Chargers have 6th best odds of winning Super Bowl LVII
The Bolts have the second best odds of winning the AFC West, after the Kansas City Chiefs.
Sierra RBI double in 12th, Angels beat A's 5-4 for sweep
The Angels took a 3-0 lead in the sixth on a three-run homer by Luis Rengifo, his seventh of the year.
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Actor Anne Heche 'not expected to survive' after crashing into Mar Vista home, rep says
Actor Anne Heche was placed in a medically induced coma a few days after crashing her car into a Mar Vista home last Friday.
Keenan Thompson receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Leslie Jones, Josh Server and J. B. Smoove joined him at the 11:30 a.m. ceremony.
Steve Martin says he won't "seek" new TV, movie work: "This is, weirdly, it"
The actor hinted at a possible retirement in an interview published Wednesday.
Game shows to move from Daytime Emmys to Prime Time Emmys
Officials said the awards should be presented by genre, not by the time of day they air.
Kenan Thompson to host 74th Emmy Awards
The 74th Emmy Awards will be held Sept. 12 at the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles.
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Look At This: State Fair Entertainment
Desmond Shaw flies us to Santa Anita Park in Arcadia for the State Fair Entertainment, the official summer fair of Los Angeles County.
Anne Heche suffered severe brain injury in crash, not expected to survive, rep says
Emmy-Award winning actor Anne Heche is not expected to survive, according to a statement released by her reps, after crashing into a Mar Vista home Friday.
Family uses DNA to identify final victim in deadly Windsor Hills crash
Relatives of 42-year-old Natiesha Lewis had to use DNA to identify her since her body was so badly burned. Kandiss Crone reports.
Las Virgenes 'Pure Water Project' hopes to pump up water supplies amid record drought
With California set to lose 10% of its water supply by 2040, Gov. Gavin Newsom has urged water districts to craft new ways to pump up their water supplies. Joy Benedict reports.
CDC alters COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
Rick Montanez reports from Burbank on the CDC's relaxation of quarantine guidelines, which has some parents of school-aged children concerned about the spread of COVID-19.
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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.
2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
