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Irwindale Speedway & Event Center announced Monday it will open its second annual Santa's Speedway Christmas Lights Drive-Thru on Friday.
AAA said over 48 million Americans will drive for Thanksgiving, almost 4 million more than last year when the pandemic kept many people home. The tens of millions of drivers will have to endure the much higher gas prices, which are about 60% more than last year.
The activated agreement authorizes commercial use of Wharf 3 onboard Naval Base Ventura County, including approximately 21 acres of contiguous land, buildings 546 and 548, and if available, another 10 acres of industrial land located outside the Wharf 3 area.
Residents in the South Coast Air Basin are prohibited from burning wood, both indoors and outdoors through 11:59 p.m. Tuesday.
The Los Angeles Lakers' star LeBron James was suspended for one game following an on-court altercation with the Detroit Pistons' center Isaiah Stewart, which left the latter bloodied. Stewart was suspended two games for his part in the incident.
More than 3,000 pounds of marijuana, two rifles, a shotgun, a pistol and over $30,000 in cash were seized from the warehouse, and eight people were arrested for unlawful cannabis manufacturing violations.
Footage from Sky 9 showed several U.S. Marshals agents and West Covina police officers on the scene.
Big Bear Snow Play is open for the 2021-2022 winter season, offering a snow-covered tubing hill along with nighttime glow tubing.
Darrell Brooks, 39, was charged with five counts of murder after he allegedly plowed through a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on Sunday, killing at least five and injuring dozens more.
The way sex offenders are labeled is changing in Colorado. The board that sets state standards voted today to change the term "sex offenders" to reflect so-called "person-first" language.
It will eventually include 4,000 square feet of habitat complete with a tiger tunnel to connect two large enclosures, a water installation where the tigers can splash and play in front of zoo guests, and a glass viewing area for visitors.
Firefighters were called out to the 20400 block of Sorrento Lane just after 9 a.m. on the report of a possible overdose. Three people were taken to the hospital, including an LAPD officer.
Dozens of cargo ships have been anchored offshore from the ports of L.A. and Long Beach for months, leading to a supply chain crisis nationwide. The logjam is due partly to the shortage of warehouse workers and truck drivers to pick up goods.
Before handing down Westerman's sentence, Judge Truffer said there was no evidence of psychological injury to the rape victim, despite the victim's indication that she had sought therapy since the attack.
Another round of Santa Ana winds is expected to arrive Wednesday.
The wildfire resources hub at Kaiser's campus in Pasadena will close this Saturday. Lauren Pozen reports.
The Pacific Coast Highway will be partially reopened this Sunday morning for the first time since the Palisades Fire. Luzdelia Caballero reports.
The horses from Jigsaw Farms at Will Rogers State Park had to quickly evacuate when the Palisades Fire burned through the mountainside. Rina Nakano reports.
Firefighters tried to rescue a man who fell off a San Pedro cliff.
State Senator Sasha Renee Perez (D-Pasadena) introduced SB-98 which would require schools to notify parents and teachers if ICE agents were on campus. Joy Benedict reports.
A 71-year-old man in Irvine is accused of beating a group of ducklings, killing one before throwing them in a trash can.
The fire has burned about 30 acres in the hills near Tonner Canyon in Chino Hills, according to Cal Fire.
Hope the Mission hosted the "Hotcakes and Housing" forum, not a debate, with questions coming from service providers, advocates, and people directly impacted by homelessness.
A 56-year-old Riverside County man was found dead on Monday after he went missing during an off-roading trip with his son near Idyllwild, according to authorities.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
Hope the Mission hosted the "Hotcakes and Housing" forum, not a debate, with questions coming from service providers, advocates, and people directly impacted by homelessness.
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge refused to send the case of the Florida woman accused of shooting at Rihanna's Beverly Crest area home to mental competency proceedings.
Detectives are seeking help from the public in identifying and locating a robbery suspect who allegedly robbed a woman outside of her Lynwood home in April.
Los Angeles police have shared video from a July 2025 hit-and-run as they continue searching for the suspect in the Pico-Union area crash that left a bicyclist with severe injuries.
Cloobeck, who endorsed Democrat Eric Swalwell after dropping out of the race, was also charged with a misdemeanor for making annoying telephone calls.
A 71-year-old man in Irvine is accused of beating a group of ducklings, killing one before throwing them in a trash can.
More than 100 deaths have been attributed to e-Bikes and e-motorcycles in the U.S., and injuries have spiked 430% in just the last four years in Southern California, according to the Orange County District Attorney's Office.
An Orange County mother appeared in court on Tuesday as she faces involuntary manslaughter and several other charges for a deadly e-motorcycle crash in which her son struck an 81-year-old man and left him with critical injuries that eventually resulted in his death in April.
A 21-year-old from Laguna Niguel was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that killed two people three years ago.
A handful of teenage e-bike riders are accused of attacking a Huntington Beach man while he was walking along the city's boardwalk with his wife.
The fire has burned about 30 acres in the hills near Tonner Canyon in Chino Hills, according to Cal Fire.
A 56-year-old Riverside County man was found dead on Monday after he went missing during an off-roading trip with his son near Idyllwild, according to authorities.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies arrested a man who allegedly shot and killed his brother in Hesperia on Monday.
Riverside County deputies were engaged in a standoff with a suspect near Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula on Wednesday evening.
Rialto police are investigating a string of vehicle burglaries and vandalism that have residents in the River Ranch neighborhood living on edge.
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds.
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly."
Cloobeck, who endorsed Democrat Eric Swalwell after dropping out of the race, was also charged with a misdemeanor for making annoying telephone calls.
A homeless blogger living in Los Angeles County is hoping that her own quest to document the struggles that come with homelessness will help shine a light on the crisis as California closes in on the gubernatorial election.
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
President Trump made the comments in a phone interview with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes.
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.
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.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Shohei Ohtani tossed four-hit ball over seven shutout innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-0 win over the San Francisco Giants.
Tomas Totland scored four minutes into the match and fellow defender Rafael Santos added a second-half goal to help St. Louis City beat Los Angeles FC for the first time, 2-1.
Calvin Harris had a goal and two assists and Dejan Joveljić scored against his former team, leading Sporting Kansas City to a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Jason Heyward is back in baseball less than two months after retiring as a player.
Angel Martinez's leadoff homer got Cleveland started and rookie Parker Messick had another strong outing as the Guardians beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-2 to finish a three-game series sweep.
René Cárdenas, the first Spanish-language broadcaster for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers during a 60-year career, has died.
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
California Highway Patrol officers investigating a deadly six-car crash in South Los Angeles on Tuesday say that the person who died may not have been the one who caused the collision. Mike Rogers reports.
Billionaire and former California gubernatorial candidate Stephen Cloobeck was arrested this week following accusations that he dissuaded witnesses from testifying in a criminal case involving his fiancée, Mia Ventura. Hunter Sowards reports.
A 30-acre brush fire broke out near Chino Hills on Wednesday night, briefly forcing evacuation orders and warnings for some people in a nearby neighborhood. Mike Rogers and Lesley Marin report.
Desmond Shaw flies to Long Beach for tonight's Look At This!
Los Angeles County restaurant owners are struggling to keep up with the price of food as inflation continues in the U.S. Lauren Pozen reports.
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.
