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Minimum wage in LA County increases from $15 per hour to $16.04 beginning July 1
While some business owners are happy that their employees will receive the raise, others feel the wage increase will only hurt businesses still trying to climb out of pandemic-related financial troubles.
Families continue to wait for home repairs a year after a botched illegal fireworks explosion
According to Councilman Curren Price, who represents the area, the city has repaired 17 of the 24 homes damaged in the explosion.
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.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
State gas tax rises $.03 Friday to an estimated $.54 a gallon
The scheduled rise in the gas tax comes the same weekend that AAA estimates 2.7 million people will hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
LA, San Bernardino County officials close preserves fearing wildfires sparked by fireworks
The growing concern of wildfires sparked by fireworks has caused several areas like the Angeles National Forest to close some preserves.
California's eviction moratorium expires at midnight on July 1
While the state's moratorium is coming to an end, cities like Los Angeles have extended theirs.
Caught on video: Westminster woman walking 3 dogs victim of hit-and-run Wednesday
Police were called to the scene of the hit-and-run just before 6 a.m. where they found the victim suffering from serious injuries.
Chinatown restaurant and competing food truck embroiled in taco turf war
The owner of Pablito's World, which opened on Spring Street in May, says Woody's Grill food truck has been parking at the entrance to his restaurant, arriving primarily during busy weekend hours.
Dodgers to face Padres Thursday night kicking off longest homestand of the season
The Dodgers will attempt to extend a six-game winning streak over the Padres at Dodger Stadium.
Power outage knocks out electricity to southern Redondo Beach including pier
The outage is affecting an unknown amount of customers along Harbor Drive, Catalina Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway and Portofino Way.
19-year-old dies days after hit-and-run crash on Father's Day
Ceila Paz, the young victim's grieving mother, is searching for answers, asking anyone with information about the crash to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Compton station.
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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
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Art and Basketball: How Pako Pablos combined his two loves to memorialize Laker legends
Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico Pako Pablos combined his two favorite things to delight so many throughout the world.
Report: USC, UCLA planning move from PAC-12 to Big Ten in 2024
Both schools have reportedly reached out to Big Ten commissioners about the potential move, though nothing has been finalized.
Football hero's killer can't be re-tried for murder
Joe McKnight played three seasons at USC before being drafted by the New York Jets in 2010. He was shot and killed in a road rage incident outside of New Orleans in December 2016.
Italian veteran Chiellini excited to join young LAFC roster
The additions of Chiellini and Bale, along with re-signing 2019 MLS MVP Carlos Vela, should keep LAFC among the league's top clubs the rest of the season.
Arango, Musovski, Opoku score in LAFC's 3-1 win over Dallas
The Black and Gold capitalized off a pair of second half goals to come away with a victory.
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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.
LA Controller: LAHSA needs 'major reform' after workers caught dumping food meant for homeless
The CBS 2 investigation caught outreach workers trashing food for the homeless.
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Art and Basketball: How Pako Pablos combined his two loves to memorialize Laker legends
Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico Pako Pablos combined his two favorite things to delight so many throughout the world.
Minimum to increase from $15 an hour to $16.04 in LA County
Lauren Pozen reports from Sherman Oaks on the increase in minimum wage in Los Angeles County and city that goes into effect Friday, July 1. All minimum wage workers in the city and county will see their wage go from $15 an hour to $16.04. While some business owners are happy to give their employees the raise, other say it will hurt businesses.
Shameless Weekend Weather Plug: Patriotic Festival & Fireworks
The Patriotic Festival and Fireworks happens on July 2 at 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Deadly motorcycle crash in Culver City
The crash happened between the northbound 405 freeway and the westbound portion of State Route 90.
Look At This: Will Rogers State Historic Park
Named after one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the early 20th century, Will Rogers State Historic Park was meant to be a cowboy's dream. Desmond Shaw flies to this iconic ranch that was once owned by the famous actor.
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Minimum wage in LA County increases from $15 per hour to $16.04 beginning July 1
While some business owners are happy that their employees will receive the raise, others feel the wage increase will only hurt businesses still trying to climb out of pandemic-related financial troubles.
Families continue to wait for home repairs a year after a botched illegal fireworks explosion
According to Councilman Curren Price, who represents the area, the city has repaired 17 of the 24 homes damaged in the explosion.
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.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
State gas tax rises $.03 Friday to an estimated $.54 a gallon
The scheduled rise in the gas tax comes the same weekend that AAA estimates 2.7 million people will hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
CBS2/KCAL9 Investigations
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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.
LA Controller: LAHSA needs 'major reform' after workers caught dumping food meant for homeless
The CBS 2 investigation caught outreach workers trashing food for the homeless.
LAHSA to immediately review policies following CBS 2 Investigation
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said it will make every effort to distribute and donate food after a CBS 2 Investigation captured outreach workers trashing food meant for the unhoused.
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Minimum wage in LA County increases from $15 per hour to $16.04 beginning July 1
While some business owners are happy that their employees will receive the raise, others feel the wage increase will only hurt businesses still trying to climb out of pandemic-related financial troubles.
State gas tax rises $.03 Friday to an estimated $.54 a gallon
The scheduled rise in the gas tax comes the same weekend that AAA estimates 2.7 million people will hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
LA, San Bernardino County officials close preserves fearing wildfires sparked by fireworks
The growing concern of wildfires sparked by fireworks has caused several areas like the Angeles National Forest to close some preserves.
California's eviction moratorium expires at midnight on July 1
While the state's moratorium is coming to an end, cities like Los Angeles have extended theirs.
Chinatown restaurant and competing food truck embroiled in taco turf war
The owner of Pablito's World, which opened on Spring Street in May, says Woody's Grill food truck has been parking at the entrance to his restaurant, arriving primarily during busy weekend hours.
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Caught on video: Westminster woman walking 3 dogs victim of hit-and-run Wednesday
Police were called to the scene of the hit-and-run just before 6 a.m. where they found the victim suffering from serious injuries.
Power outage knocks out electricity to southern Redondo Beach including pier
The outage is affecting an unknown amount of customers along Harbor Drive, Catalina Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway and Portofino Way.
Vintage collection of letters, postcards from Europe found at Irvine Park
Police are trying to find the rightful owner of the collection, most of which are from the 1930s and 1940s.
Study: Groups of juvenile white sharks congregating near busy SoCal beaches to avoid predators
Images and video taken as part of the study sharks swimming near a crowded beach, with several people in the water, and sharks venturing close to stand-up paddlers.
30 junked vehicles removed from front, back yards of Santa Ana home
Images showed several SUVs and at least one work truck parked in front of the home, and what appeared to be at least a dozen motorcycles being taken away on three flatbed trucks.
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LA, San Bernardino County officials close preserves fearing wildfires sparked by fireworks
The growing concern of wildfires sparked by fireworks has caused several areas like the Angeles National Forest to close some preserves.
CHP officers arrest suspect in 91 Freeway shooting
The shooting was reported on June 23 on SR-91 in Corona, when the suspect fired multiple rounds at another vehicle before fleeing from the area. He has now been booked on a number of charges including attempted murder.
Explosion levels home, damages several others in Victorville
At least one woman in the house where the explosion is believed to have originated was taken to the hospital.
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.
California State Senator pushes for new bill requiring oil refineries to disclose profits
The bill would require oil refiners to disclose profit margins monthly.
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Bison gores 71-year-old woman in Yellowstone's second attack this week
This is the second report in three days of bison attacking tourists in the park, and the third report in a month.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
R&B star R. Kelly was facing 25 years in prison when he was sentenced Wednesday in a federal sex trafficking case in New York.
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Rep. Judy Chu arrested, cited during anti-abortion march in Washington, DC
The congresswoman was arrested by Capitol Police at about 1 p.m. Washington time while sitting with other demonstrators in an intersection between the Russell Senate Office Building and the Supreme Court building.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
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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.
Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
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Orange County announces first presumptive case of monkeypox
To date, there have been 4,769 cases worldwide and 306 in the U.S.
LA County COVID hospitalizations climb back over 800
According to the latest state figures released Tuesday, there are currently 807 COVID-positive patients in county hospitals.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
COVID-19 hospitalization rate slows, pushing back estimated return date of indoor mask mandate
The rate of patients with COVID-19 admitted to hospitals remained the same over the course of two weeks, ending a trend of constantly increasing hospitalization rates by week.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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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.
Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
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Report: USC, UCLA planning move from PAC-12 to Big Ten in 2024
Both schools have reportedly reached out to Big Ten commissioners about the potential move, though nothing has been finalized.
Football hero's killer can't be re-tried for murder
Joe McKnight played three seasons at USC before being drafted by the New York Jets in 2010. He was shot and killed in a road rage incident outside of New Orleans in December 2016.
Italian veteran Chiellini excited to join young LAFC roster
The additions of Chiellini and Bale, along with re-signing 2019 MLS MVP Carlos Vela, should keep LAFC among the league's top clubs the rest of the season.
Arango, Musovski, Opoku score in LAFC's 3-1 win over Dallas
The Black and Gold capitalized off a pair of second half goals to come away with a victory.
Charlotte Hornets F Miles Bridges arrested in LA, reportedly for domestic violence
Bridges, who is 24-years-old, got into a physical altercation with a woman on Tuesday and had fled the scene by the time police officers arrived, according to TMZ Sports.
Entertainment
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J.B. Smoove, Melissa Fumero to present Emmy nominations on July 12
The virtual nomination ceremony will stream live on Emmys.com.
Stephen Curry named host of 2022 ESPY Awards
Curry will host the awards that will be presented on July 20 in downtown Los Angeles.
Britney Spears' ex-husband ordered to trial on stalking charge
A judge has found that there is enough evidence against ex-husband Jason Alexander to go to trial for felony stalking after he showed up uninvited at the pop star's wedding earlier this month.
Will Smith wins BET Award, three months after Oscars slap
Smith was up against two stars of "Bel Air," which is a reworking of Smith's TV show from the 1990s, "Fresh Prince of Bel Air."
Stars criticize Roe v. Wade decision at BET Awards
"It's about time we talk about the fact that guns have more rights than a woman. It's a sad day in America," said the show's host, Taraji P. Henson.
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Art and Basketball: How Pako Pablos combined his two loves to memorialize Laker legends
Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico Pako Pablos combined his two favorite things to delight so many throughout the world.
Minimum to increase from $15 an hour to $16.04 in LA County
Lauren Pozen reports from Sherman Oaks on the increase in minimum wage in Los Angeles County and city that goes into effect Friday, July 1. All minimum wage workers in the city and county will see their wage go from $15 an hour to $16.04. While some business owners are happy to give their employees the raise, other say it will hurt businesses.
Shameless Weekend Weather Plug: Patriotic Festival & Fireworks
The Patriotic Festival and Fireworks happens on July 2 at 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Deadly motorcycle crash in Culver City
The crash happened between the northbound 405 freeway and the westbound portion of State Route 90.
Look At This: Will Rogers State Historic Park
Named after one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the early 20th century, Will Rogers State Historic Park was meant to be a cowboy's dream. Desmond Shaw flies to this iconic ranch that was once owned by the famous actor.
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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
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.
