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Man thrown over side of bridge at SoFi Stadium speaks out
Austin Willenbring suffered broken ribs and a concussion when he was thrown over the side of a pedestrian bridge outside of SoFi Stadium following a Chargers game. Now, the longtime Bolts fan is looking to give up his season ticket membership because he no longer feels safe amongst his home crowd.
Jaquez Jr. helps No. 21 UCLA rout Stanford 80-66
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday night.
Kopitar scores twice, Kings rally for 5-3 win over Coyotes
Kopitar scored twice, including the go-ahead goal in the third period, as the Kings rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Arizona Coyotes 5-3 on Thursday night.
Police arrest pair of stolen vehicle suspects in Pomona area
The vehicle reportedly caught fire as they fled from officers, causing the suspects to exit and surrender on the 71 Freeway in the Pomona area.
Police tackle, arrest pursuit suspect after he tries to carjack three people
Police were in pursuit of a man possibly armed with a gun driving 140 mph on CA-60.
Local Jewish leaders condemn Ye after rapper praises Hitler in interview with Alex Jones
The rapper's comments led to his suspension from social media platforms, his talent agency dropping him and a handful of companies like Adidas cutting ties with him. Adidas has also launched an investigation into his conduct.
Family of local doctor killed in hit-and-run crash sues city of LA
The family claims the city knew that a stretch of street where the crash happened was dangerous but didn't do anything about it.
Stars' Robertson has hat trick, extends points streak to 17 in 5-0 win over Ducks
Jason Robertson had his third career hat trick, scoring in all three periods to extend his points streak to 17 games in the Dallas Stars' 5-0 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night.
LASD deputy charged with on-duty assault in Compton
LASD Deputy Hiraudi Lopez-Romero, 29, was charged with on-duty assault for unlawfully using a stun gun on someone being detained for shoplifting in Compton back in 2020.
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Man thrown over pedestrian bridge at SoFi Stadium speaks out
Kandiss Crone reports from Inglewood, where she spoke to the man who was thrown over the side of a pedestrian bridge outside of SoFi Stadium following a Chargers game. After suffering severe injuries, he's looking for justice.
Santa's Speedway opens in Irwindale
Right on time to bring in the Christmas season, the Irwindale Speedway unveiled their "Santa's Speedway" Christmas lights display, which will be open through New Year's Day. The track features a light show, sledding on real snow and more.
Orange County team headed to Pop Warner Super Bowl
The 12U Saddleback Valley Blue Bears are headed to the Pop Warner Super Bowl after completing an undefeated season. Their first game is scheduled for Sunday in Florida.
College Football moves to 12-team playoff format with Rose Bowl on board
With Rose Bowl officials now on board, the College Football Playoff Board of Managers Thursday formally announced a switch to a 12- team playoff system that could change the timing of what has traditionally been a New Year's Day game in Pasadena.
Pursuit suspects surrender to police after car catches on fire
Pursuit suspects surrendered to Pomona police after their car caught on fire on the CA-71.
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Man thrown over side of bridge at SoFi Stadium speaks out
Austin Willenbring suffered broken ribs and a concussion when he was thrown over the side of a pedestrian bridge outside of SoFi Stadium following a Chargers game. Now, the longtime Bolts fan is looking to give up his season ticket membership because he no longer feels safe amongst his home crowd.
Jaquez Jr. helps No. 21 UCLA rout Stanford 80-66
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday night.
Kopitar scores twice, Kings rally for 5-3 win over Coyotes
Kopitar scored twice, including the go-ahead goal in the third period, as the Kings rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Arizona Coyotes 5-3 on Thursday night.
Stars' Robertson has hat trick, extends points streak to 17 in 5-0 win over Ducks
Jason Robertson had his third career hat trick, scoring in all three periods to extend his points streak to 17 games in the Dallas Stars' 5-0 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night.
College Football moves to 12-team playoff format with Rose Bowl on board
With Rose Bowl officials now on board, the College Football Playoff Board of Managers Thursday formally announced a switch to a 12- team playoff system that could change the timing of what has traditionally been a New Year's Day game in Pasadena.
College Football Playoff expanding in 2024
The College Football Playoff announced Thursday it will expand to a 12-team event starting in 2024.
Another lucky Lakers fan nails half court shot for $25,000
This is the second straight game that a Lakers fan made a half-court shot.
LeBron gets 31 in Lakers' 128-109 rout of Dame-less Blazers
LeBron James had 31 points, eight assists and seven rebounds, Austin Reaves added a season-high 22 points and the Los Angeles Lakers rebounded from a heartbreaking loss with a 128-109 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night.
Trojans race past Cal 66-51 in Pac-12 opener
Reese Dixon-Waters scored 10 of his career-high 17 points in a 20-0 run in the second half that lifted Southern California to a 66-51 win over California in the Pac-12 Conference opener Wednesday night.
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Handcuffs in the hallways: Law enforcement in schools
In one school year, police arrested hundreds of elementary and middle school students in California. The state is above average when it comes to the chances of police arresting Black and Hispanic students, as well as students with disabilities.
EBT fraud sees nearly 4,000% increase in 2022
In 2021, the California Department of Social Services paid roughly $92,000 in fraud claims. By that time in 2022, they had already paid almost $3.8 million.
CBS2 Investigates: The questions surrounding the accuracy of latest LA homeless count
Officials said the number of homeless in L.A. County was up just over 4% this year compared with double digits previously. The numbers seem to defy what we see on the streets — and even some unhoused are laughing at the results.
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?
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Man thrown over side of bridge at SoFi Stadium speaks out
Austin Willenbring suffered broken ribs and a concussion when he was thrown over the side of a pedestrian bridge outside of SoFi Stadium following a Chargers game. Now, the longtime Bolts fan is looking to give up his season ticket membership because he no longer feels safe amongst his home crowd.
Jaquez Jr. helps No. 21 UCLA rout Stanford 80-66
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday night.
Kopitar scores twice, Kings rally for 5-3 win over Coyotes
Kopitar scored twice, including the go-ahead goal in the third period, as the Kings rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Arizona Coyotes 5-3 on Thursday night.
Police arrest pair of stolen vehicle suspects in Pomona area
The vehicle reportedly caught fire as they fled from officers, causing the suspects to exit and surrender on the 71 Freeway in the Pomona area.
Police tackle, arrest pursuit suspect after he tries to carjack three people
Police were in pursuit of a man possibly armed with a gun driving 140 mph on CA-60.
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Police tackle, arrest pursuit suspect after he tries to carjack three people
Police were in pursuit of a man possibly armed with a gun driving 140 mph on CA-60.
Local Jewish leaders condemn Ye after rapper praises Hitler in interview with Alex Jones
The rapper's comments led to his suspension from social media platforms, his talent agency dropping him and a handful of companies like Adidas cutting ties with him. Adidas has also launched an investigation into his conduct.
Family of local doctor killed in hit-and-run crash sues city of LA
The family claims the city knew that a stretch of street where the crash happened was dangerous but didn't do anything about it.
LASD deputy charged with on-duty assault in Compton
LASD Deputy Hiraudi Lopez-Romero, 29, was charged with on-duty assault for unlawfully using a stun gun on someone being detained for shoplifting in Compton back in 2020.
One of Karen Bass' step-daughters injured during hit-and-run crash in Fairfax District
It was not clear which of her two step-daughters was involved. Police are investigating the cause of the crash and working to determine who the person driving the other vehicle was.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes price gouging penalty on oil companies
According to a Consumer Watchdog, the five big refiners quadrupled their profits through the first nine months of 2022.
Santa Ana teacher's aide arrested for showing lewd image to three underage females
Marvin Elias, 21, is said to have called the three victims over to this vehicle, a white Toyota Camry, where he showed them a lewd photo on his cellphone. Investigators learned that he has been a teacher's aide at McFadden Intermediate School since May.
Costa Mesa Thanksgiving shooter charged with murder
Walker fatally shot 30-year-old Lucas Rivera-Velasco of Costa Mesa and wounded four others in what authorities are calling a road rage incident that was sparked by a minor traffic accident.
Car crashes into elementary school library in Anaheim
A car crashed into a building at Clara Barton Elementary School in Anaheim Monday night, Anaheim Police said.
Angels' Ohtani voted majors' top DH for 2nd straight year
Shohei Ohtani has been voted the majors' best designated hitter for the second consecutive season.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes price gouging penalty on oil companies
According to a Consumer Watchdog, the five big refiners quadrupled their profits through the first nine months of 2022.
Winek family relatives speak out on Riverside triple murder family tragedy
Michelle Blandin, the daughter of Mark and Sharie Winek and Brooke Winek's sister, spoke out at a Wednesday news conference about the murders of her relatives in Riverside on Friday at the hands of a Virginia law enforcement officer who preyed on a teenager girl in the household.
What is "catfishing" and why is it dangerous?
Advocates are calling on residents to stay vigilant online after police revealed that "catfishing" played a major factor in a triple homicide in Riverside.
California School for the Deaf captures first CIF state championship
It's an unbelievable story of pride and sweet revenge for the Cubs from Riverside's California School for the Deaf.
Riverside homicides: Virginia cop 'catfished' teen before murders
The suspect wanted in a triple homicide in Riverside Friday was killed during a law-enforcement pursuit later the same day. Austin Edwards was a former Virginia State Trooper and worked for a sheriff's office in Virginia.
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Handcuffs in the hallways: Law enforcement in schools
In one school year, police arrested hundreds of elementary and middle school students in California. The state is above average when it comes to the chances of police arresting Black and Hispanic students, as well as students with disabilities.
EBT fraud sees nearly 4,000% increase in 2022
In 2021, the California Department of Social Services paid roughly $92,000 in fraud claims. By that time in 2022, they had already paid almost $3.8 million.
CBS2 Investigates: The questions surrounding the accuracy of latest LA homeless count
Officials said the number of homeless in L.A. County was up just over 4% this year compared with double digits previously. The numbers seem to defy what we see on the streets — and even some unhoused are laughing at the results.
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.
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DHS issues nationwide terrorism threat bulletin
The DHS nationwide law enforcement bulletin raises concerns of possible threats by domestic extremists toward the LGBTQ, Jewish and other communities.
FDA likely to end blanket ban on sexually active gay men donating blood
Under current federal rules, men cannot donate blood if they have had sex with another man in the last three months.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader in historic first
Long considered a rising star in the party, the 52-year-old Jeffries will make history as the first Black party leader in either chamber of Congress.
Two volcanoes erupt simultaneously in Hawaii for first time in decades
"This is a rare time where we have two eruptions happening simultaneously," said a spokesperson for Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
House approves bill to prevent rail workers strike in bipartisan vote
The House vote to impose a contract brokered by the White House but rejected by some workers was 290 to 137.
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Culver City measure allowing 16, 17-year-olds to vote may be decided by 3 votes
Currently, 49.99% of residents have voted in favor of Measure VY, which would grant 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader in historic first
Long considered a rising star in the party, the 52-year-old Jeffries will make history as the first Black party leader in either chamber of Congress.
House approves bill to prevent rail workers strike in bipartisan vote
The House vote to impose a contract brokered by the White House but rejected by some workers was 290 to 137.
Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes guilty of seditious conspiracy
Codefendant Kelly Meggs was also found guilty, while three others were acquitted on seditious conspiracy and found guilty of other crimes related to Jan. 6.
NYC mayor plans to involuntarily hospitalize more mentally ill people
Concerns about crime have put the city's mental health crisis in the spotlight.
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Amazon workers protest pay, conditions on Black Friday
Just in time for Black Friday, Amazon employees around the world are planning protests against the online retailer. The protest campaign is being called "Make Amazon Pay."
Black Friday stretching into entire shopping week
Black Friday used to be just one day of the year. But now, in some stores, it lasts for a whole week.
Starbucks workers across US strike on 'Red Cup Day'
Starbucks employees at more than 100 stores in the United States went on strike Thursday in what's being called the "Red Cup Rebellion."
IIHS releases small-truck side-crash test results
Highway safety experts put small pickup trucks through a round of tests examining the impact of side collisions.
Wendy's to sell peppermint-flavored frosty for limited time starting Tuesday
Wendy's is adding a holiday-themed frosty to its menu for the first time ever.
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Health officials warn of indoor masking's return as COVID-19 cases continue to surge
Los Angeles County Department of Health Director Barbara Ferrer said that the county could return to the "high" community level as soon as next week, warning that universal indoor masking could return by the end of the month.
FDA likely to end blanket ban on sexually active gay men donating blood
Under current federal rules, men cannot donate blood if they have had sex with another man in the last three months.
OC children's hospital overflowing with respiratory virus patients
The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to extend an emergency declaration to help CHOC cope with the ongoing surge of patients with upper respiratory viruses.
COVID hospitalizations in LA County climb as flu, RSV spread
The holiday season is in full swing and people are hitting the roads and skies at nearly pre-pandemic numbers. But at the same time, a triple threat of virus cases is spreading.
NYC mayor plans to involuntarily hospitalize more mentally ill people
Concerns about crime have put the city's mental health crisis in the spotlight.
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EPA to consider tougher locomotive emissions rules
The Environmental Protection Agency said Wednesday it will consider adopting stricter rules on locomotive emissions in response to concerns by California regulators.
Twitter slashes its staff as Musk era takes hold on platform
On Friday, Twitter laid off 7,500 workers, about 50% of its staff, just days after Elon Musk began his tenure as its new owner.
'The bird has been freed' – Elon Musk takes over Twitter, fires top executives
Elon Musk closed out the $44 billion deal to acquire San Francisco-based social media giant Twitter Thursday and immediately cleaned out the C-suite, firing CEO Parag Agrawal and CFO Ned Segal.
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.
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Man thrown over side of bridge at SoFi Stadium speaks out
Austin Willenbring suffered broken ribs and a concussion when he was thrown over the side of a pedestrian bridge outside of SoFi Stadium following a Chargers game. Now, the longtime Bolts fan is looking to give up his season ticket membership because he no longer feels safe amongst his home crowd.
Jaquez Jr. helps No. 21 UCLA rout Stanford 80-66
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 27 points to help No. 21 UCLA open up Pac-12 play with an 80-66 win over Stanford on Thursday night.
Kopitar scores twice, Kings rally for 5-3 win over Coyotes
Kopitar scored twice, including the go-ahead goal in the third period, as the Kings rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the Arizona Coyotes 5-3 on Thursday night.
Stars' Robertson has hat trick, extends points streak to 17 in 5-0 win over Ducks
Jason Robertson had his third career hat trick, scoring in all three periods to extend his points streak to 17 games in the Dallas Stars' 5-0 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night.
College Football moves to 12-team playoff format with Rose Bowl on board
With Rose Bowl officials now on board, the College Football Playoff Board of Managers Thursday formally announced a switch to a 12- team playoff system that could change the timing of what has traditionally been a New Year's Day game in Pasadena.
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"Fit for Christmas" one of three new CBS original holiday movies for 2022
Also coming is "When Christmas was Young," a Nashville music-themed movie, and "Must Love Christmas," about a romance novelist.
Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies at 79
Christine McVie, the soulful British musician who sang lead on many of Fleetwood Mac's biggest hits, has died at 79.
Will Smith addresses "horrific" Oscars slap: "I lost it"
The slap was the result of "a rage that had been bottled for a really long time," Smith said, but, "I had to forgive myself for being human."
French bulldog named Winston wins best in show at National Dog Show
One of Winston's owners is an NFL player.
Amy Schneider wins "Jeopardy!" tournament of champions after huge year
She won the $250,000 grand prize. Schneider had a 40-game winning streak earlier this year, the second longest in the game show's history.
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Man thrown over pedestrian bridge at SoFi Stadium speaks out
Kandiss Crone reports from Inglewood, where she spoke to the man who was thrown over the side of a pedestrian bridge outside of SoFi Stadium following a Chargers game. After suffering severe injuries, he's looking for justice.
Santa's Speedway opens in Irwindale
Right on time to bring in the Christmas season, the Irwindale Speedway unveiled their "Santa's Speedway" Christmas lights display, which will be open through New Year's Day. The track features a light show, sledding on real snow and more.
Orange County team headed to Pop Warner Super Bowl
The 12U Saddleback Valley Blue Bears are headed to the Pop Warner Super Bowl after completing an undefeated season. Their first game is scheduled for Sunday in Florida.
College Football moves to 12-team playoff format with Rose Bowl on board
With Rose Bowl officials now on board, the College Football Playoff Board of Managers Thursday formally announced a switch to a 12- team playoff system that could change the timing of what has traditionally been a New Year's Day game in Pasadena.
Pursuit suspects surrender to police after car catches on fire
Pursuit suspects surrendered to Pomona police after their car caught on fire on the CA-71.
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Britain's royal line of succession
Immediately upon the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, her eldest son, Prince Charles, became the new king. Here is a look at who else is in line.
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Premiere for Dane Cook's new comedy special, 'Above it All'
Dane Cook's new comedy special "Above it All" debuted last night. The comedian filmed the special in front of a live audience sitting in his own backyard.
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.
