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World of Illusions in Hollywood
World of Illusions is an interactive experience, with 3D illusions and attractions like the Upside Down House, Giant’s House, and the Museum of Illusions.
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World of Illusions is an interactive experience, with 3D illusions and attractions like the Upside Down House, Giant’s House, and the Museum of Illusions.
A big draw of the Original Farmers Market is the alfresco dining and breakfast at Du-par’s restaurant, along with 100 other family-owned businesses.
Captain Paul Hansen takes Alex Biston on an ocean fishing adventure with Davey’s Locker Whale Watching & Sportfishing company in Newport Beach.
Olga Ospina tours Cinavita at Hollywood Park in Inglewood. It's an immersive movie experience, with an old Hollywood feel.
Musical Theatre West in Long Beach -- a venue where you can find hit musicals as well as a home for youth programs. In this edition of Let's Go Places, Olga Ospina takes us inside and joins the cast of "Jersey Boys."
Alex Biston takes an offroad tour in Palm Desert to the San Andreas Fault, a continental rift that has caused many earthquakes in California.
SoFi Stadium in Inglewood offers fans a unique experience. Home to the Los Angeles Charges and Rams, the stadium offers tours onto the field and into the player's locker rooms.
Countless props from any decade adorn the walls of The Hand Room Prop House in Mid-City, where Alex Biston gets a first hand look at the spectacular array of items available to some of LA's most famous filmmakers.
Rubel Castle in Glendora is a whimsical and architectural feat operated by the Glendora Historical Society. In 1959 Michael Rubel purchased the 1.7-acre lot and over several years, he built the castle with friends. In 2005, two years before his death, Rubel donated the castle to the society.
An endless array of culinary delights, from places around the world, are waiting to be discovered at Grand Central Market in downtown Los Angeles. Olga Ospina takes us on a trip to the market in this edition of Let's Go Places.
The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa is dazzling Riverside once again with its Festival of Lights this holiday season. Olga Ospina takes an inside look at the annual tradition in this edition of Let's Go Places.
Olga Ospina heads to ice skating at the beach, where Ice Santa Monica offers one-hour skating sessions on an outdoor rink.
In this edition of Let's Go Places, Olga Ospina takes us on a journey to Casa Romantica, officially known as the Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, in San Clemente — where art, history, and the scenery of the Southern California coastal enclave all come together for a memorable experience.
Olga Ospina explores the Casa Romantica estates, with a look at architecture, design, the gardens, art, and the various activities offered.
The Beverly Grove is the original two-decade-old studio on the first floor of the historic Liberace building. In 2023, Beverly expanded to the fifth-floor penthouse, opening the elaborate BAROQUE studio.
Olga Ospina takes us to one of SoCal's hidden gems, the Temecula Valley wine country in this episode of Let's Go Places. She meets the people behind the wildly popular family-run winery Wilson Creek Winery and gets an in depth look at the wine-making process.
The Flabob Airport is known as the little airport that time forgot. It's home to countless antique airplanes and hangars, housing the history of aviation.
For 'Let's Go Places,' Alex Biston visits a wolf sanctuary in Palmdale.
The historic hotel and tourist attraction offers a haunted experience.
Zach Faraday, artist, explains the process of turning pumpkins into works of art and the teamwork needed to create a pumpkin paradise for guests.
Olga Ospina takes a tour from Los Angeles to Oceanside on board the Pacific Surfliner train, where the coastal views offer travelers a scenic ride.
This week, we're stepping into The Valley Hive in the Chatsworth neighborhood of the San Fernando Valley. It's a place buzzing with honey production, beekeeping classes and more, and Alex Biston is taking us along for the ride.
Alex Biston takes us to Hollywood's oldest and most iconic restaurant — Musso & Frank Grill, which has fed some of the world's biggest celebrities since opening in the early 1900s.
In this episode of Let's Go Places, Alex Biston heads to the Channel Islands.
In this episode of Let's Go Places, Olga Ospina heads to Moonlight Rollerway.
Olga Ospina gets some instruction before soaring high at the Santa Monica Pier Trapeze School, where other specialty classes are also offered.
We're visiting the oldest family-run stained glass studio in America. KCAL's Alex Biston takes us to Judson Studios in Highland Park where bold visions turn into luminous and enduring works of art.
In the high desert near Agua Dulce Springs, Vasquez Rocks features 932 acres of eye-catching rock formations and has been the backdrop for several Hollywood film shoots.
In Riverside, there's a park and landmark with a whole lot of history and beauty. With its popular trails for hiking, Mt. Rubidoux is a one-of-a-kind spot in the Inland Empire. Olga Ospina takes in the views and reports from Mt. Rubidoux for KCAL News.
The Festival of Arts is underway in Laguna Beach, and our Olga Ospina gives us a behind-the-scenes look at Pageant of the Masters.
A look at the history and artistry of the Pageant of the Masters, where this year's theme "A la Mode: The Art of Fashion" takes to the amphitheater stage, running through the end of August.
The Getty Villa Museum in Pacific Palisades is a transport to the ancient world, housing Greek and Roman art in a re-created Roman seaside home along Pacific Coast Highway.
We are taking you on a trip to one of the oldest neighborhoods in California, Los Rios. KCAL’s Olga Ospina shows us around town.
Alex Biston goes rock climbing in Malibu for tonight's Let's Go Places.
Alex Biston heads to Newport Beach to learn about spearfishing in today's Let's Go Places.
Olga Ospina discovers LA's hidden gems with an E-bike Adventure, hosted by Bikes & Hikes LA.
Alex Biston heads to Santa Clarita for a visit to The Gentle Barn. The five acres are home to 200 rescued animals that offer healing benefits to visitors.
This week's Let's Go Places takes you horseback riding in Malibu with an incredible view.
Olga Ospina takes a look at the Victoria Beach local landmark, the Pirate Tower.
A glide across the Newport Harbor, soaking in a little taste of Italy makes for a magical gondola getaway in SoCal.
LA County deputies increased patrols in the remote area and collaborated with a company to provide 24/7 onsite security.
Authorities took several precautions to protect the surrounding neighborhood during the controlled burn.
A pursuit suspect in Huntington Beach tried to lose police by jumping into the water and swimming away.
One of the suspects allegedly tried to smuggle nearly two ounces of meth inside his body, according to the DOJ.
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
LA County deputies increased patrols in the remote area and collaborated with a company to provide 24/7 onsite security.
Authorities took several precautions to protect the surrounding neighborhood during the controlled burn.
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
During Friday's rally, his sister, Evelyn Sanchez, said that her brother had texted her that night after leaving his parents' house, saying he got pulled over by the LAPD. "He got killed within minutes from that," she said.
For paving, there will be full southbound 605 Freeway closures Friday night and Sunday night between Slauson Avenue and I-5 in Santa Fe Springs.
A pursuit suspect in Huntington Beach tried to lose police by jumping into the water and swimming away.
Police said they responded to a 911 call at the hotel around 9:15 a.m., made by Saritha Ramaraju, stating that she murdered her son, Yatin Ramaraju.
Police arrived at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport and located a woman who had ingested an unknown substance, and then allegedly stabbed her son multiple times.
Investigators say that the man's car was tracked to Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula just hours after he fired a shot at an off-duty Irvine Police Department officer.
Investigators are searching for the man who stabbed and Orange County deputy while they were patrolling in San Clemente on Tuesday.
One of the suspects allegedly tried to smuggle nearly two ounces of meth inside his body, according to the DOJ.
San Bernardino County deputies said the preschool, La Petite Academy, is working with investigators to find out how the pills got into the facility.
A little cowboy in Jurupa Valley treated his beloved pony with a big hug and a pallet of alfalfa during their heartfelt reunion this week.
Deputy Hector Cuevas Jr., a beloved member of the San Bernardino County community, was remembered at a vigil the day after he died while pursuing a stolen car suspect through Victorville.
Investigators say that the man's car was tracked to Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula just hours after he fired a shot at an off-duty Irvine Police Department officer.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
CBS News Investigative Reporter Julie Watts takes a deep dive into the secrets inside California's FAIR Plan, which is typically intended for people who can't get coverage elsewhere. Now, after Los Angeles' devastating wildfires in January, those people are expected to foot the bill.
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states.
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Judge Lawrence VanDyke released the video after a California appeals court upheld a ban on high-capacity gun magazines.
Skyy Clark and Eric Dailey Jr. each scored 14 points and No. 7 seed UCLA routed 10th-seeded Utah State 72-47 to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in five seasons.
The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2025.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.
The University of California announced that it would implement a hiring freeze and other cost-saving measures throughout the 10-campus system, amid potential cuts to funding.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a warning Tuesday following reports of people impersonating Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents along with other scams targeting immigrants.
President Trump's extraordinary order is breathtaking in its scope and has little precedent in U.S. history.
The Senate on Friday passed a Republican-led stopgap measure to keep the government funded ahead of a midnight deadline.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democratic philanthropist George Soros and actor-director Denzel Washington were awarded the nation's highest civilian honor.
Insurance companies in California will have to offer coverage to homeowners in wildfire-prone areas under a new state regulation that was announced Monday.
The lawsuit contends that multiple food truck operators have created constant nuisance outside of the store in the form of congestion, trash generation and rudeness to store employees.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Skyy Clark and Eric Dailey Jr. each scored 14 points and No. 7 seed UCLA routed 10th-seeded Utah State 72-47 to reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in five seasons.
Joel Edmundson fired from deep in the Kings' zone and scored into an empty net with 19 seconds left to seal the win.
Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers handed the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers their second straight loss, 132-119.
Mikael Granlund's second goal of the game 2:32 into overtime gave him 600 career points and lifted the Dallas Stars to a 4-3 come-from-behind win over the Anaheim Ducks.
Inside linebacker Nate Landman agreed to a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams.
Gal Gadot, who starred in "Wonder Woman" and "Fast and Furious" movies, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, but not before the ceremony was briefly disrupted by dueling protests over the war in the Middle East.
Carl Erik Rinsch, known for directing the film "47 Ronin," is charged with wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly spending millions meant to fund a Netflix sci-fi series.
D'Wayne Wiggins, Oakland musician and a founding member of the soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! died Friday morning at age 64, the group announced on its Instagram page.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were honored on stage at the Oscars ceremony on Sunday, met with a standing ovation from some of Hollywood's biggest names.
After exhausting all other options on Friday, bomb disposal teams have opted to slowly burn the house at the center of the Pacoima explosion site as well as the remaining volatile materials inside. Jeff Nguyen, Desmond Shaw and Mike Rogers report.
After exhausting all other options on Friday, bomb disposal teams have opted to slowly burn the house at the center of the Pacoima explosion site as well as the remaining volatile materials inside.
Judge Lawrence VanDyke released the video after a California appeals court upheld a ban on high-capacity gun magazines.
Desmond Shaw flies to Woodlands Hills for tonight's Look At This!
Elon Musk is about to roll out a new business venture in Hollywood. Nicole Comstock reports.
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.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
