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The night Judith Spirtos got the call that her 40-year-old sister, Navy Lieutenant Ruth Cortes, was murdered in the driveway of their aunt's house in Moreno Valley October 30th, she says it was "an absolute shock."
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors have passed a motion that could lead to sealed bags for food deliveries.
An 87-year-old woman who tripped over a Lyft scooter in Santa Monica, fracturing her hip and elbow, was suing the city, the rideshare company, and the Santa Monica Community College District.
According to a new report, homebuyers need to make at least $127,000 annually to buy a median-priced home in L.A. County.
Martinez Jr. was wrongfully convicted in 2008 for a series of armed robberies in Boyle Heights.
The man robbed the liquor store while brandishing a semiautomatic handgun with an extended magazine.
A heavy police presence was on campus at a South Los Angeles high school Tuesday after a fight broke out among students.
A Westminster pet store accused of selling people sick dogs — some so sick they ended up dying — appears to have closed its doors.
Muscovy ducks are taking over a town in Texas and residents are now being encouraged to trap or even shoot them in some cases.
A big rig went over the side of an embankment Tuesday morning along the northbound 15 Freeway at the 138, briefly catching fire and sparking nearby brush.
The high court's decision is expected by June, at the height of the 2020 presidential campaign.
Two employees at a fast-food restaurant in North Carolina were fired last week after they allegedly refused service to a police officer.
For some young people, Life360 is being used more like Big Brother.
Dramatic new video captures the moment when more than a dozen U.S. Marines were arrested at Camp Pendleton as part of a human smuggling investigation.
Dozens of dogs are still waiting to be picked up by their owners at a local animal shelter in Ventura County after getting lost on the 4th of July. KCAL's Alys Martinez has the story.
Winds will be gusty along mountain passes today and speeds will pick up this afternoon in the Antelope Valley.
Local charity Wellnest hosted a back-to-school event in Exposition Park on Saturday, helping some students gear up on supplies, load up on free snacks and even get a haircut ahead of the new school year.
Here in Los Angeles, The L-A 84 Foundation hosted a special watch party downtown while surrounded by Olympic artifacts including the L-A 84 eternal flame exhibit. Our Jaime Maggio was there to learn more.
Laurie Perez reports from Rancho Palos Verdes, where more than 100 homes are having their natural gas service indefinitely shut off on Monday after the company said there was too much potential risk being posed to the public because of the constant land movement in the area.
Crews arrived around 11:49 a.m. to the accident site at East Arrow Highway and Avenida Barbosa. Initial LAFD reports indicated that four vehicles were involved, with one on fire.
The bus driver and a passenger in a wheelchair were taken to a local hospital with unknown injuries
Long Beach paramedics treated the man, but he was later pronounced dead.
The executive order does not require a shutoff yet, but asks experts to consider one alongside independent audits.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Crews arrived around 11:49 a.m. to the accident site at East Arrow Highway and Avenida Barbosa. Initial LAFD reports indicated that four vehicles were involved, with one on fire.
The bus driver and a passenger in a wheelchair were taken to a local hospital with unknown injuries
Long Beach paramedics treated the man, but he was later pronounced dead.
Uber was ordered to pay $40 million to the family of a woman killed on an Orange County freeway after a rideshare driver left her on the side of the road.
The regional Mexican band has built a loyal fanbase over the years and has earned accolades, including multiple Billboard Latin Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and an American Music Award.
Uber was ordered to pay $40 million to the family of a woman killed on an Orange County freeway after a rideshare driver left her on the side of the road.
Orange County declared a state of emergency after powerful waves pummeled its beaches, causing severe coastal erosion and damage to its seaside communities.
Orange County vector control officials are sounding the alarm on what they say is an unprecedented mosquito season.
Police say that the 18-year-old student was taken to the hospital after attending a fraternity function on Saturday.
With a powerful El Niño already predicted to batter Southern California over the winter, forecasters are also cautioning residents to be wary of another phenomenon that may come along with it.
Five people were hospitalized and three dogs died after a fire in a Riverside apartment building.
Melody Valdez, 21 of Temecula, was arrested on suspicion of homicide, among other charges.
The crash happened just before 7 a.m. on Sunday near the intersection of Whitewood Road and Meadowlark Lane, Murrieta police said.
The deputy was struck by a hit-and-run driver near the intersection of Winchester Road and Murrieta Hot Springs Road a little before 9 a.m. on Wednesday morning.
A Wildomar man was arrested on Friday after a suspicious death investigation by Riverside County homicide investigators dating back to July 2025.
Michael Desronvil, the lone holdout juror in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy murder trial, said he "didn't have any doubts" during deliberations.
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing new mail voting rules ahead of the midterm elections.
The executive order does not require a shutoff yet, but asks experts to consider one alongside independent audits.
Qualifying collector cars will gradually become exempt from smog checks beginning Jan. 1, 2028.
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing new mail voting rules ahead of the midterm elections.
Earlier Tuesday, a federal judge again blocked the board from adding President Trump's name to the facade of the building.
China warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" after the U.S. confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.
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.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
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.
Students who purchased a "Den Pass" to games will be refunded by the end of September, UCLA officials said.
Elly De La Cruz hit a two-run homer and the Cincinnati Reds at least temporarily prevented the Los Angeles Dodgers from clinching the NL West title with a 6-2 victory.
Cal Raleigh had two hits and three RBIs, Josh Naylor had two hits and two RBIs and the Seattle Mariners kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation on Wednesday announced plans for a brand new set of Dodgers Dreamfields in Altadena as the city continues to recover from the devastating Eaton Fire in 2025.
Ryan Johnson pitched six strong innings, Josh Lowe hit a tiebreaking home run and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
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.
Pechanga Resort Casino’s annual Latin-inspired food festival takes place Sept. 19 at the 4th annual Tacos & Tequila Festival.
Pasadena Humane partners with the Chargers during pre-game activities at SoFi Stadium as part of the team's "Most Valuable Pup" program. Adoptable dogs will join the field for Sunday’s game at SoFi.
Grae Drake shares her take on: “Resident Evil,” “The Weight,” and “Tiny Fugitives.”
Michael Juliano, Time Out Los Angeles editor, shares what’s happening this weekend: Frogtown Artwalk, Pasadena Artwalk, Textile Alchemy at LACMA, and Bob Baker Day.
David Maimon, fraud expert, says to beware of scammers when buying a car before ever stepping into a dealership.
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.
