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With triple digit temperatures expected to hit the Southland over coming days, the California Independent System Operator warned that they could ask residents to cut power usage during peak hours to prevent strain on the state's power grid.
A 37-year-old traveling nurse sped through the intersection of La Brea and Slauson Avenues in Windsor Hills on Aug. 4, causing a fiery crash that killed five people and an unborn baby.
Commuters who know these trends could save time on freeways.
The bill comes after TSA hassled an Orange County woman carrying breastfeeding supplies in May.
Those who've experienced mass violence say the state isn't doing enough to prevent future incidents, while law enforcement officials tell CBS News state law makes it easy for criminals to get guns.
NASA managers will conduct a final review Thursday before giving engineers clearance to proceed with launch.
Video shows the scooter rider knocked unconscious after falling in the middle of the road just minutes before a white Ford Econoline van ran him over and dragged him for more than 25 feet before driving from the area. The rider sustained serious injury.
Neighbors told CBSLA Tuesday that the residential neighborhood where the crash happened has a lot of small and windy streets.
Pasadena Humane said animals can suffer from dehydration, burns to their paws and even heat stroke during a heat wave.
Matthew Christian Locher, 31, faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years and a statutory maximum sentence of 30 years in federal prison.
Roomster, which has thousands of five-star reviews in both the Google and Apple app stores, advertised primarily private rooms toward lower-income renters.
The potentially dangerous snacks were distributed to Target stores nationwide, the company said in its announcement.
The warnings were issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.
Samuel J. Wipf, 35, of Parker, Ariz., was found Sunday night using Mohave County sheriff's towable side scan sonar.
This is at least the third time the school has been burglarized, and police say all the break-ins may involve the same man.
Dozens of protesters flooded The Grove shopping center in the Fairfax District on Saturday, holding pro-Palestinian signs and calling for an end to the war in Gaza.
Home surveillance footage shows the moments that water gushed from a broken hose set up by LADWP crews working to fix a massive issue that has left thousands without water for four days in the San Fernando Valley.
Chef Chris Feldmeier joined KCAL News on Saturday morning to show off some summer offerings of Love & Salt in Manhattan Beach.
In this week's episode of the Westways Weekender, we take a visit to the gorgeous shores of Del Mar in San Diego County, where Anlleyn Venegas previews just some of the incredible things that foodies and nature lovers can explore.
A Kern County Fire Department firefighter suffered major injuries when their truck rolled nearly 200 over a ridge and down a steep hillside in Castaic near the Canyon Fire on Friday night. Alys Martinez reports.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
The 9/11 memorial includes pieces from the World Trade Center itself. The rusted beams aim for the sky with the message below: "We shall never forget."
"Seeing this, hopefully people will call their mom. Or go on that trip," said writer Vincent Aniceto. "Because you never know. Tomorrow is never promised."
Friday was set to kick off a three-day cooling trend, according to the National Weather Service.
An American Airlines reservations agent who took Betty Ong's historic 9/11 call recalls the flight attendant's bravery.
The 9/11 memorial includes pieces from the World Trade Center itself. The rusted beams aim for the sky with the message below: "We shall never forget."
The Rancho Santa Margarita St. John's Episcopal School, where Lisa Frost was once a student, honored her with a special chapel service.
The Los Angeles Police Department is in pursuit of a DUI suspect in the San Fernando Valley.
Video posted to social media shows a bear slowly wandering through a shopping center in the San Gabriel Valley in broad daylight this week, much to the surprise of shoppers and employees who were working at the time.
A Los Angeles nonprofit said they are on track to help more than 18,000 families pay their utility bills after a scorching hot summer.
The announcement comes a day after nearby Dana Point declared a local emergency due to flooding from powerful waves.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed laws aimed at protecting children from the potential harms of social media and AI chatbots.
A Los Angeles animal rescue group is desperately trying to find a permanent home for a 6-year-old dog whose owners were swept up during an immigration raid.
Several homes along a Dana Point street were red-tagged due to damage from the powerful surf that has battered the Southern California coastline in recent days.
The powerful waves from Hurricane Marie continued to push water and sand into Southern California's beach communities.
A Chino Hills family is demanding answers after their beloved dog died from heatstroke at a home-based dog boarding facility.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed laws aimed at protecting children from the potential harms of social media and AI chatbots.
Police said that the student was still hospitalized nearly a week after the crash.
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 terror attacks, Rancho Cucamonga is working to make sure people never forget, including the generations who didn't witness the sacrifices made or experience how the country changed overnight.
San Bernardino County homicide detectives are seeking help from the public in identifying the female victim of a 25-year-old cold case homicide investigation in Lucerne Valley.
A mistrial was declared in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy after jurors could not reach a unanimous decision. One of the jurors shares details on their deliberations in an interview with Gayle King.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
A new documentary, "Daughters of 9/11," follows their pursuit of information and closure, which they were determined to find for themselves, other families who lost loved ones in the attacks and the American public.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
Four former presidents were at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
The new laws establish what the governor's office describes as the nation's first standards for independent third-party audits and assessments of AI technology.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
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.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Pest control company Terminix has agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by 29 California counties alleging the company unlawfully disposed of pesticides and violated customer privacy laws.
As Californians prepare to celebrate Labor Day and the contributions of American workers, labor unions are raising alarms about what they see as a growing threat to the future of human work.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Mike Evans, Demarcus Robinson and Deebo Samuel caught touchdown passes from Brock Purdy, and the San Francisco 49ers routed the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in the first NFL regular-season game in Australia.
Ohtani is heading to the IL after missing six of the Dodgers' last seven games. They're calling up top outfield prospect Josue De Paula in his place.
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
The Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Cincinnati Reds 14-1 for their seventh consecutive win.
Ryan Gauld scored his 50th career goal with Vancouver and Yohei Takaoka recorded his 11th clean sheet of the season to help the Whitecaps beat the LA Galaxy 3-0.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Scott Yanofsky and Steve Oliker collaborated to create a 9/11 memorial outside of Fire Station 1 in Manhattan Beach. Their goal was to make sure people never forget the victims who lost their lives in the terror attacks.
Made to honor victims and educate a new audience, "Bright Blue Sky – The 9-11 Musical" walks audiences through the tragic 2001 morning in New York City. Rina Nakano reports.
Tom Frost and the Rancho Santa Margarita St. John's Episcopal School continue to honor Lisa Frost, 25 years after she was killed in the 9/11 attacks. The school held a special chapel service and it will also hold a food drive to remember Lisa's legacy.
After several days of extreme heat and humidity, Southern California will finally get a break. Temperatures are expected to level out over the weekend, which will be closer to normal.
Video posted to social media shows a bear slowly wandering through a shopping center in the San Gabriel Valley in broad daylight this week, much to the surprise of shoppers and employees who were working at the time.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
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.
