Downtown LA Doctors, 8 Others Busted For Alleged Oxycontin Trafficking
Federal prosecutors say a pair of Southland doctors is among ten people that illegally distributed millions of doses of the popular painkillers.
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Federal prosecutors say a pair of Southland doctors is among ten people that illegally distributed millions of doses of the popular painkillers.
The synthetic stimulants are intended to mimic the effects of illegal drugs like cocaine and meth, but are widely available and virtually unregulated online and even in some stores around the city.
The job action at the former USC University Hospital began at 6 a.m., when the strikers, many in scrubs or lab coats, started marching with picket signs.
A Southland meat supplier recalled over 377,000 pounds of ground beef products Tuesday over fears of possible E. coli contamination.
Governor Jerry Brown has signed into a law a bill that will require health insurance companies in the state to cover treatment for autism and other severe behavioral disorders.
Doctors with a majority Latino practice believe that physicians treating mostly white patients provide better care, according to a UCLA study released Monday.
Gov. Jerry Brown has waded into the national debate over child vaccinations for sexually transmitted diseases, signing a bill allowing children as young as 12 to get vaccinated without their parents' consent.
California will become the first state to make it illegal for teenagers under age 18 to use tanning beds under a bill signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown.
Warning to the fair-skinned among you Sunday.
Protesters across California say they'll fight the feds new crackdown on the medical marijuana industry.
The warning comes after nearly 20 cases of the disease — which causes a painful swelling of the salivary glands — were reported at UC Berkeley.
Women in California are now guaranteed maternity care under a pair of bills signed by Gov. Jerry Brown.
If swimming in the rain -- or after it -- is your thing, you may want to hold off for the next few days, according to Heal The Bay.
It's back-to-school time and you know what that means. Lice. To help you avoid panic and manage this irritating little infestation as effectively as possible, we've compiled a list of some of the best lice removal experts in Los Angeles.
You have seen the lean, tone bodies of ballet dancers, but have you ever wondered where they get them? Well some dancers are teaching classes in L.A. to help you get your own "ballet bod".
Gov. Gavin Newsom declared Jan. 7 a day of remembrance for the Los Angeles fires.
The school was temporarily placed on lockdown as the police investigation began on Tuesday afternoon.
Police say that a man who was found dead at a construction site in Pomona over the weekend was killed while trying to steal copper wire.
Heather Lyle thought her second home burning down during the Palisades Fire was devastating enough, until she was diagnosed with cancer for a third time.
A man was sucker punched after confronting a group that cut the line at Disneyland's Indiana Jones Adventure, his family said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom declared Jan. 7 a day of remembrance for the Los Angeles fires.
The school was temporarily placed on lockdown as the police investigation began on Tuesday afternoon.
Heather Lyle thought her second home burning down during the Palisades Fire was devastating enough, until she was diagnosed with cancer for a third time.
A woman was arrested on Tuesday morning after her infant child was found dead inside a Santa Monica apartment, police said.
Meet Robert Trinkkeller, the maverick savior of the Marquez Knolls neighborhood in the Pacific Palisades who spent 17 hours fighting flames when the Palisades Fire broke out last January.
Police said around 4:50 a.m., a person approached the front of the department and left a brief case in front of the lobby doors.
A man was sucker punched after confronting a group that cut the line at Disneyland's Indiana Jones Adventure, his family said.
Orange County firefighters hoisted a man to safety after he got trapped in rushing water on Sunday afternoon.
The driver who hit the officer was not related to the pursuit, and the suspect was later taken into custody.
Orange County firefighters recovered the body of Alejandra Ramirez Torres on New Year's Day. She leaves behind two daughters.
Police say that a man who was found dead at a construction site in Pomona over the weekend was killed while trying to steal copper wire.
Security video shows the moments when thieves used an unmarked tow truck to steal a San Bernardino man's truck out of his girlfriend's driveway last week.
A Los Angeles County firefighter recounted a daring rooftop rescue to save residents from the flooding that overcame Phelan on Christmas Eve.
CHP officers chased the motorcyclist through Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties before making an arrest in Ontario.
The 42-year-old woman will be booked and charged with vehicular homicide upon release from the hospital for injuries suffered in the crash, deputies said.
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a California Republican who had been in Congress for more than a decade, has died at the age of 65.
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
The Secret Service said Vice President JD Vance and his family were not in Ohio and the house was unoccupied at the time of the alleged incident.
Lawmakers return to Washington this week, staring down an end-of-month deadline to avert another government shutdown.
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a California Republican who had been in Congress for more than a decade, has died at the age of 65.
"Donald Trump and far-right extremists in Congress have repeatedly attempted to rewrite history, and whitewash the horrific events of Jan. 6," House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said.
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is dropping his reelection campaign amid increased criticism over his handling of fraud in the state.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Andrei Kuzmenko had a goal and an assist, and the Los Angeles Kings held on to beat the Minnesota Wild 4-2.
Kawhi Leonard had 24 points and 12 rebounds, rookie Kobe Sanders added 20 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers edged the Golden State Warriors 103-102 on Monday night in a wild game that included Warriors coach Steve Kerr getting ejected and Steph Curry fouling out for the first time since 2021.
Justin Sourdif scored his first NHL hat trick and added two assists and the Washington Capitals beat the Anaheim Ducks 7-4 on Monday night.
Coen Carr scored 18 points and Jaxon Kohler added 16 on perfect shooting to lead No. 12 Michigan State to an 80-51 blowout against Southern California.
Luka Doncic scored 36 points, LeBron James added 26 points with 10 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied for a 120-114 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
A woman who was found dead in San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel on New Year's Day has been identified as Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, officials said.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Hunter Sowards meets with the couple who remain positive despite losing two homes to wildfires and learning of an unexpected cancer diagnosis in the last several years.
Police say that a man who was found dead at a construction site in Pomona over the weekend was killed while trying to steal copper wire. Joy Benedict reports.
Meet Robert Trinkkeller, the maverick savior of the Marquez Knolls neighborhood in the Pacific Palisades who spent 17 hours fighting flames when the Palisades Fire broke out last January. Rudabeh Shahbazi reports.
Los Angeles City Fire Department Chief Jaime Moore spoke to the LAFD Board of Fire Commissioners on Tuesday, marking the anniversary of the Palisades Fires, saying it's the department's responsibility for how it prepares, deploys and adapts, and that its "future rests with me," he affirmed. Jeff Nguyen reports.
A woman was arrested Tuesday morning after an infant child was found dead in Santa Monica.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
