Inside SoCal
Inside SoCal: 7/3 (previously aired 7/4/21)
Join us as we head back to Prank Bar and Cookbook Market for great food & drink options to add to your celebration! Erica Olsen reports.
Inside SoCal
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Sunday mornings on CBS2 at 8:55 a.m.
Inside SoCal Sunday Morning features all things SoCal -- food, music, events, local heroes and your stories!
Join Erica Olsen every Sunday morning at 8:55 a.m., closing out the CBS2 8:30 a.m. newscast, as we bring you the latest around town and the people who make it special.
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Inside SoCal: 6/12 wrap-up
Celebrating PRIDE Month!
Inside SoCal: 6/5 wrap-up
Therapy animals are just what the doctor ordered!
Inside SoCal: 5/22 wrap-up
We're showcasing two hot trends: Pickleball and craft beer.
Inside SoCal: 5/15 wrap-up
Surf's Up!
Inside SoCal: 5/8 wrap-up
Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month and Mother's Day!
Inside SoCal: 5/1 wrap-up
Celebrating SoCal's Mexican culture in honor of upcoming Cinco de Mayo.
Inside SoCal: 4/24 wrap-up
A slice of Americana!
Inside SoCal: 4/17 wrap-up
Reducing our carbon footprint for Earth Month.
Inside SoCal: 4/10 wrap-up
Explore neighborhoods and restaurants during Dine LA.
Inside SoCal: 4/3 wrap-up
New music, new venue, Best New Artist!
Inside SoCal: 3/27 wrap-up
From skates to cakes, we're learning new skills!
Inside SoCal: 3/20 Wrap-Up
For 120 years, Sycamores has been committed to helping children, families, and adults have a better life.
Inside SoCal: 3/13 Wrap-Up
Dignity Health and LA Galaxy have teamed up for a great cause.
Inside SoCal: 3/6 Wrap Up
We're celebrating Women's History Month and paying tribute to LA trailblazers.
Inside SoCal: 2/27 Wrap-Up
An urban farm growing food is giving hope.
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Minotaur II+ rocket explodes seconds after being launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base
There were no injuries reported, and the debris was contained to the immediate vicinity of the launch pad, base officials said.
Mexico announces "historic" seizure of half-ton of fentanyl at warehouse
Fentanyl is 100 times more potent than morphine; as little as two milligrams of the drug can be lethal.
WNBA star Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russian court
If convicted on drug smuggling charges, Griner could face 10 years in a Russian prison.
Woman hospitalized following shooting in Chesterfield Square
The woman was reportedly walking along Slauson Avenue at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday evening when the shooting occurred.
Eastbound 91 Freeway faces hours-long closure following fatal collision in Riverside
The rider was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators were not immediately sure if the crash involved any other vehicles.
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.
Los Angeles News
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Minotaur II+ rocket explodes seconds after being launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base
There were no injuries reported, and the debris was contained to the immediate vicinity of the launch pad, base officials said.
Woman hospitalized following shooting in Chesterfield Square
The woman was reportedly walking along Slauson Avenue at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday evening when the shooting occurred.
Authorities searching for hit-and-run driver who fled from scene of two-car collision in Westlake
The driver reportedly ran a red light before hitting another vehicle and ending up in the front doorway of a business on the side of the road.
Motorcyclist shot on 110 Freeway in South Pasadena
Investigators were not sure if the shots fired came from another vehicle or a person on the side of the freeway.
Are Southern California gas prices finally dropping?
After a brutal stretch of prices rising at the pump, analysts say the average price of a gallon of self-serve gasoline in Los Angeles County could be finally dropping.
Orange County News
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Disneyland Instagram fills with racially insensitive posts after account gets taken over by "super hacker"
The hacker, who called themself David Do, said they were "here to bring revenge upon Disneyland."
Newsom goes on personal trip to Montana, scrutinized by opponents
California's travel ban to Montana only applies to state-funded trips. Governor Newsom's travel did not use any state funds.
Family of Westminster hit-and-run victim speaks out
Karina Garnat was walking her three dogs, crossing an intersection at Klamath Drive and Iroquois Road, when a hit-and-run driver in a silver SUV plowed into her, leaving with her serious injuries.
Newsom airs ad in Florida criticizing restrictive laws on abortion, voting
Gov. Gavin Newsom also took aim at the newly passed bills that limit school teachers from discussing sexual orientation, gender and sexual orientation.
OC investigators looking at whether illegal fireworks sparked several area fires
In Fullerton, fire crews told homeowner Glen Colby that it might've been an ember from illegal fireworks that caught his garage, and then home, on fire Monday night.
Inland Empire News
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Eastbound 91 Freeway faces hours-long closure following fatal collision in Riverside
The rider was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators were not immediately sure if the crash involved any other vehicles.
Newsom goes on personal trip to Montana, scrutinized by opponents
California's travel ban to Montana only applies to state-funded trips. Governor Newsom's travel did not use any state funds.
Girl, 11, brain dead after hit-and-run ATV crash in Apple Valley desert that killed her childhood family friend
The family of Christina Bird is saying farewell to the 11-year-old girl, who remains on life support, but is brain dead, according to CBSLA's Michele Gile.
Police: Man seen staring at sleeping residents in San Bernardino break-in linked to rape
Anthony Andrew Cifuentes, 31, has been charged with rape, assault with intent to commit rape, and two counts of burglary, according to police.
Newsom airs ad in Florida criticizing restrictive laws on abortion, voting
Gov. Gavin Newsom also took aim at the newly passed bills that limit school teachers from discussing sexual orientation, gender and sexual orientation.
National News
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WNBA star Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russian court
If convicted on drug smuggling charges, Griner could face 10 years in a Russian prison.
Biden and Harris speak with Brittney Griner's wife
Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner has been detained in Russia since February.
Parade suspect confessed and considered a second attack, officials say
Authorities said the suspect "went into details about what he had done" in an interview with investigators.
Suspected Highland Park parade gunman charged with 7 counts of first-degree murder
A gunman attacked paradegoers from a rooftop, killing 7 people, during a Chicago suburb's July Fourth festivities.
Carlos Santana collapses on stage during show near Detroit
The 74-year-old musician was performing in Clarkston, Michigan, when he collapsed.
Politics
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Newsom goes on personal trip to Montana, scrutinized by opponents
California's travel ban to Montana only applies to state-funded trips. Governor Newsom's travel did not use any state funds.
Biden and Harris speak with Brittney Griner's wife
Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner has been detained in Russia since February.
Recall Gascón effort submits over 700,000 petition signatures
After failing to collect enough signatures during their first recall effort in 2021, the group is reportedly set to deliver a literal truckload of petitions to election officials at 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Newsom airs ad in Florida criticizing restrictive laws on abortion, voting
Gov. Gavin Newsom also took aim at the newly passed bills that limit school teachers from discussing sexual orientation, gender and sexual orientation.
Kamala Harris departs from LAX following six-day stay
Harris was making her way to Chicago to speak at a teachers union convention.
Consumer News
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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.
Health
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LA County's COVID hospitalizations surge past 900
According to the latest state data, there are currently 920 COVID-positive patients in county hospitals.
LA County reports 15,413 new COVID cases over holiday weekend
The county said there were 5,865 cases reported Saturday, 6,020 cases on Sunday and 3,528 cases on Monday.
LA County to offer monkeypox vaccines to residents who have been exposed or at high risk
County officials say 800 doses of the vaccine have already been administered locally.
LA County urges caution over Fourth of July amid elevated COVID transmission
Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said people should stay home and skip the celebration if they feel sick or have tested positive.
Orange County announces first presumptive case of monkeypox
To date, there have been 4,769 cases worldwide and 306 in the U.S.
Business News
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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.
Sports
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WNBA star Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russian court
If convicted on drug smuggling charges, Griner could face 10 years in a Russian prison.
Dodgers top Rockies 2-1 on Betts' infield single in 9th
Cody Bellinger scored the winning run on Mookie Betts' infield single with the bases loaded in the ninth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the Colorado Rockies 2-1 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.
Ohtani dominant on mound, hits go-ahead single for Angels
Shohei Ohtani allowed one unearned run in seven dominant innings and had the go-ahead hit in the Los Angeles Angels' 5-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday night.
Galaxy acquire midfielder Gastón Brugman from Italian Serie B team
In 303 career appearances for several clubs including Empoli F.C. and Palermo FC, Brugman has tallied 26 goals and 31 assists.
Dodgers beat Rockies 5-2; Chris Taylor heads to IL
Max Muncy and Mookie Betts hit first-pitch home runs in a 5-2 win over the last-place Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night. The victory pushed the Dodgers' NL West lead to 5 1/2 games over San Diego, their largest of the season.
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Academy Museum of Motion Pictures names Jacqueline Stewart as new president
Stewart, who was appointed the museum's chief artistic and programming officer in 2020, will begin her duties as director and president on July 18.
Eric Holder Jr. convicted of first-degree murder in 2019 shooting death of rapper Nipsey Hussle
The verdict was announced at around 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, after just about six hours of deliberation.
Nicki Minaj's husband, Kenneth Petty, sentenced for failing to register as sex offender in Los Angeles
Petty, 44, pleaded guilty last year to the federal charge of failing to register as a sex offender.
Carlos Santana collapses on stage during show near Detroit
The 74-year-old musician was performing in Clarkston, Michigan, when he collapsed.
"The Challenge: USA" premieres July 6 on CBS
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
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"Operation North Star" rounds up fugitives from 10 large cities, including LA
Authorities arrested 230 people wanted for homicide during the month-long operation. Suzie Suh reports.
Boyle Heights gets first coat of "cool pavement" paint
The coating is part of an effort to install cooling elements on Los Angeles streets. Juan Fernandez reports.
Police arrest alleged kidnapping suspect in Panorama City after he hit 13-year-old boy with car
Kara Finnstrom provides additional updates on the large investigation into a 38-year-old man identified as Ottoniel Mendoza, who reportedly hit a 13-year-old boy with his truck Wednesday and told him he was a police officer. He then directed the teen to get into his vehicle.
Rocket explodes after launching from Vandenberg
The launch happened out of Vandenberg Space Force Base in Lompoc late Wednesday night. Amy Johnson reports.
Disneyland Instagram taken over by self-proclaimed "super hacker"
A self-proclaimed "super hacker" took over Disneyland Resort's Instagram and Facebook pages early Thursday morning, making several posts filled with racial slurs and expletives before they were deleted less than an hour later.
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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.
