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What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
Operation "Walk in the Park" leads to 17 felony arrests in Riverside street gang
In all, 17 people were arrested, 55 firearms were confiscated and two pounds of fentanyl, cocaine and heroin were seized in the multi-year operation between several law enforcement agencies.
2 On Your Side: Homeowner locked out by tenant who is accused of illegally subletting the home
Jason Reid purchased his home last summer, but has been unable to move in because a tenant who lived there when he bought it has refused to leave, had the locks changed and is accused of illegally subletting the home.
Metro Board opts to provide improvements to communities along 710 Freeway in lieu of roadway expansion
The vote took place earlier Thursday afternoon, where officials opted to end their efforts to widen the freeway, instead using the $750 million allocated to the project to improve communities bordering the 710.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
'I am utterly shattered;' Hollywood reacts to news of Ray Liotta's death
Lorraine Bracco, who co-starred alongside Liotta in "Goodfellas," penned a heartfelt message to her longtime friend via Twitter. Other celebrities offering their thoughts included Robert De Niro, James Mangold and James Caan.
LA County reports over 6,000 new COVID cases for the first time since February
Over the past seven, the county has averaged more than 4,200 per day.
Police searching for 85-year-old Edith Nell Birden missing from Long Beach
Edith Nell Birden was last seen on Wednesday around 1 a.m. near the 3000 block of Adriatic Avenue.
Andy Fletcher, Depeche Mode keyboardist and founding member, dead at 60
The band announced Fletcher's passing via Twitter on Thursday.
UCLA reinstates indoor mask policy as COVID-19 cases rise throughout L.A. County
The news comes with just under a month until the 2022 commencement, meaning students and families will be required to wear masks at any indoor graduation ceremonies.
Catalytic converters stolen from more than 100 LAUSD buses since January
The thefts have cost the district $581,000 so far, and have severely impacted the district's ability to transport students.
Investigation underway after pair of suspects rob elderly woman at Whittier home
The robbery occurred a little after midnight, when the suspects entered the woman's home and stole several pieces of her property, including jewelry.
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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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Mookie Betts homers twice, Dodgers cruise past Nationals 9-4
Mookie Betts homered twice on a night he was originally supposed to have off, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 9-4 Tuesday night.
Newbury Park's Sahlman running for history
Already with a sub-4 minute mile on his resume, Newbury Park senior Colin Sahlman has more in mind as he heads to Oregon for the Prefontaine Classic. The Gatorade Runner of the Year sits down with Kristin Smith to talk about his past, present & very promising future
Anderson goes eight strong as Dodgers offense lays it on Nats in 10-1 victory
Tyler Anderson tossed five perfect innings before allowing a pair of hits in the sixth inning. He finished the day going eight shutout innings for his fifth win of the season.
Jim Hill receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Golden Mikes
The Golden Mike Awards presented our own Jim Hill with a lifetime achievement award Saturday night as part of the 72nd annual ceremony honoring the best in broadcast news
Angels designate infielder Jose Rojas for assignment
In a corresponding move, the Halos also reinstated Max Stassi and Archie Bradley from the IL, and sent Chad Wallach and Jose Suarez to the minors.
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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.
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.
Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
The resignation comes as the rest of the council called on him last week to step down.
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'Survivor' 42 Viewing Party
A winner of "Survivor" 42 was crowned Wednesday night, and a viewing party was held at Busby's West in Santa Monica, with some of the biggest stars of CBS reality shows in attendance.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for 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.
Operation "Walk in the Park" results in 17 street-gang arrests, seizure of over 50 firearms
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the massive success of a multi-year joint effort between local law enforcement agencies Thursday called "Walk in the Park," which resulted in 17 arrests, 55 firearms seized, nearly 10 pounds of narcotics confiscated and two oustanding homicide cases solved.
WeHo Pride kicks off with events happening through the end of June
City of West Hollywood Arts Coordinator Michael Che and Poet Laureate Brian Sonia-Wallace were in the studio to talk about the events happening during the weeks-long WeHo Pride celebration.
Actor Jonathan Bennett discuss new podcast
Actor Jonathan Bennett was in the studio to discuss his news podcast, "Pridecast," in partnership with iHeartMedia.
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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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What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
Operation "Walk in the Park" leads to 17 felony arrests in Riverside street gang
In all, 17 people were arrested, 55 firearms were confiscated and two pounds of fentanyl, cocaine and heroin were seized in the multi-year operation between several law enforcement agencies.
2 On Your Side: Homeowner locked out by tenant who is accused of illegally subletting the home
Jason Reid purchased his home last summer, but has been unable to move in because a tenant who lived there when he bought it has refused to leave, had the locks changed and is accused of illegally subletting the home.
Metro Board opts to provide improvements to communities along 710 Freeway in lieu of roadway expansion
The vote took place earlier Thursday afternoon, where officials opted to end their efforts to widen the freeway, instead using the $750 million allocated to the project to improve communities bordering the 710.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
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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.
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.
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.
Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu resigns amid FBI probe
The resignation comes as the rest of the council called on him last week to step down.
Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
It only took a day for the city to issue an order to comply, multiple citations and a fine to the property owner after Thursday's exclusive story aired.
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Operation "Walk in the Park" leads to 17 felony arrests in Riverside street gang
In all, 17 people were arrested, 55 firearms were confiscated and two pounds of fentanyl, cocaine and heroin were seized in the multi-year operation between several law enforcement agencies.
Metro Board opts to provide improvements to communities along 710 Freeway in lieu of roadway expansion
The vote took place earlier Thursday afternoon, where officials opted to end their efforts to widen the freeway, instead using the $750 million allocated to the project to improve communities bordering the 710.
Police searching for 85-year-old Edith Nell Birden missing from Long Beach
Edith Nell Birden was last seen on Wednesday around 1 a.m. near the 3000 block of Adriatic Avenue.
UCLA reinstates indoor mask policy as COVID-19 cases rise throughout L.A. County
The news comes with just under a month until the 2022 commencement, meaning students and families will be required to wear masks at any indoor graduation ceremonies.
Catalytic converters stolen from more than 100 LAUSD buses since January
The thefts have cost the district $581,000 so far, and have severely impacted the district's ability to transport students.
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Local schools join nationwide walkout in support of gun control
The movement comes in the wake of the horrific school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
Man charged with attempted murder after hitting Santa Ana children with his car
Jason Carlos Guzman, 26, was charged with seven counts of premeditated attempted murder.
Anaheim school district works to end bullying with 'Second Step' program
Orange County schools have invested more resources into their students' mental health with hopes to end bullying.
California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
Southern California schools on alert after mass shooting kills 19 elementary school students in Texas
A number of schools in Southern California will be on alert Wednesday, a day after 19 elementary school students and two adults were killed in a mass shooting in Texas.
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Operation "Walk in the Park" leads to 17 felony arrests in Riverside street gang
In all, 17 people were arrested, 55 firearms were confiscated and two pounds of fentanyl, cocaine and heroin were seized in the multi-year operation between several law enforcement agencies.
6 charged in $10 million recycling fraud scheme that brought 9 tons of cans, bottles to California for CRV redemption
The defendants allegedly brought truckloads of aluminum cans and plastic bottles from Arizona into California in order to redeem the recycling refund value of those items.
Police: 21-year-old San Bernardino man found with large cache of assault rifles, other firearms
Robert Andrew Medina, 21, of San Bernardino, is being held on multiple weapons charges and is scheduled to appear in court next Wednesday.
Fire restrictions tighten a month early in the San Bernardino National Forest
Restrictions that go into effect Thursday include a ban on campfires and wood or charcoal barbecues and smoking at unhosted campgrounds and picnic areas.
California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
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What we know about the victims of the Uvalde school shooting
19 children and two teachers are dead and several more injured after a gunman opened fire at a Texas elementary school.
4th-grade shooting survivor says gunman told class: "It's time to die"
The student said at one point, a cop told students to yell if they need help. One of the kids did – and "the guy overheard and he came in and shot her."
Elon Musk revises Twitter financing plan to include more equity
News alleviates investor doubts over billionaire's resolve, sending Twitter stocks up 5.5% in after-hours trading.
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Gunman posted messages minutes before school shooting, governor says
The gunman, identified as an 18-year-old man from the area, was killed by law enforcement, police said.
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NRA says it is "committed to making schools secure" and Texas convention will still go on
President Trump said Wednesday he still plans on attending the convention.
O'Rourke to Abbott at Uvalde presser: "You are doing nothing"
One of the officials on stage told O'Rourke, "You are out of line" and called him a "sick son of a b****."
Anaheim City Council votes unanimously to void Angel Stadium sale
One day after former Mayor Sidhu resigned amid a federal corruption investigation, the remaining city council members unanimously voted late Tuesday night to void the $325 million dollar deal sale of Angel Stadium.
Biden to sign policing executive order 2 years after George Floyd died
Biden is signing the order on federal policing two years after Floyd died at the hands of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Governor Newsom warns of statewide water restrictions as drought concerns continue to worsen
California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if residents don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
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California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
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.
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LA County reports over 6,000 new COVID cases for the first time since February
Over the past seven, the county has averaged more than 4,200 per day.
COVID-19 cases on the rise in LA County schools
Public Health said there were 5,918 positive cases at L.A. County schools during the week ending on May 15.
More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
Report: LA County deaths went up 26% in 2020, with COVID as the second-leading cause of death
Los Angeles County's first confirmed death from COVID was on March 19, 2020.
Officials investigating first possible case of monkeypox in California
While it is California's first suspected case, at least one confirmed case was found in Massachusetts.
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Hyundai expands recall for some Elantra and Accent sedans
According to the automaker the devices that lock seatbelt retractors can explode during a crash.
California bans watering of "non-functional" ornamental grass at commercial, industrial buildings
Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.
Jif peanut butter products recalled for potential salmonella contamination
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
Sports
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Mookie Betts homers twice, Dodgers cruise past Nationals 9-4
Mookie Betts homered twice on a night he was originally supposed to have off, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 9-4 Tuesday night.
Anderson goes eight strong as Dodgers offense lays it on Nats in 10-1 victory
Tyler Anderson tossed five perfect innings before allowing a pair of hits in the sixth inning. He finished the day going eight shutout innings for his fifth win of the season.
Angels designate infielder Jose Rojas for assignment
In a corresponding move, the Halos also reinstated Max Stassi and Archie Bradley from the IL, and sent Chad Wallach and Jose Suarez to the minors.
Ferreira propels Dynamo to 3-0 victory over Galaxy
Sebastián Ferreira notched a goal and two assists and Steve Clark turned away all nine shots he faced as the Houston Dynamo cruised to a 3-0 victory over the LA Galaxy on Sunday.
Dodgers extend Blake Treinen through 2023
The deal also includes an option for the 2024 season, and will be between $1 million and $7 million depending on a series of factors including time missed due to injuries.
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Andy Fletcher, Depeche Mode keyboardist and founding member, dead at 60
The band announced Fletcher's passing via Twitter on Thursday.
Plastic Ono Band, Yes drummer Alan White dies at 72
White's wife announced his death following a brief illness via his official Facebook page on Thursday.
'I am utterly shattered;' Hollywood reacts to news of Ray Liotta's death
Lorraine Bracco, who co-starred alongside Liotta in "Goodfellas," penned a heartfelt message to her longtime friend via Twitter. Other celebrities offering their thoughts included Robert De Niro, Kevin Costner and James Caan.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
Testimony concludes in civil trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
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'Survivor' 42 Viewing Party
A winner of "Survivor" 42 was crowned Wednesday night, and a viewing party was held at Busby's West in Santa Monica, with some of the biggest stars of CBS reality shows in attendance.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for 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.
Operation "Walk in the Park" results in 17 street-gang arrests, seizure of over 50 firearms
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the massive success of a multi-year joint effort between local law enforcement agencies Thursday called "Walk in the Park," which resulted in 17 arrests, 55 firearms seized, nearly 10 pounds of narcotics confiscated and two oustanding homicide cases solved.
WeHo Pride kicks off with events happening through the end of June
City of West Hollywood Arts Coordinator Michael Che and Poet Laureate Brian Sonia-Wallace were in the studio to talk about the events happening during the weeks-long WeHo Pride celebration.
Actor Jonathan Bennett discuss new podcast
Actor Jonathan Bennett was in the studio to discuss his news podcast, "Pridecast," in partnership with iHeartMedia.
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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.
