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With the Mega Millions jackpot at an eye-popping $1.6 billion, would-be billionaires are joining office pools, buying their own personal tickets and making big plans for all that money.
Firefighters called out to Euclid and Main streets found a car fully engulfed in flames and debris from several collisions scattered throughout the intersection. The impact was so violent, that debris damaged the lights of a stoplight, nearly 15 feet off the ground.
A SWAT team surrounded an unlicensed marijuana dispensary in Tarzana for hours looking for four robbery suspects, but when officers finally got inside, there were no suspects or hostages.
Hundreds of transgender-rights activists gathered in Downtown Los Angeles Monday night to rail against the Trump Administration's potential rollback of a proposal that protects trans rights.
Joe Hunt gained notoriety in the 1980s at the helm of the so-called Billionaire Boys Club, a group of well-to-do young men who ran a massive Ponzi scheme to fund their lavish lifestyle. Now, he's asking for Gov. Jerry Brown's and the public's help for his release.
A Tucson mother is hoping you can brighten her son's day.
Donald Trump and Ted Cruz appeared on stage in Houston together as allies, as the president campaigns to help Cruz keep his Senate seat.
Gwinnett County, Georgia police officer Antwan Toney was shot and killed while checking out a suspicious vehicle Saturday. As a teen, he was in the Explorer program of the City of Orange Police Dept.
A group of people claiming to have been injured by e-scooters are suing several companies saying they are "aiding and abetting assault" by failing to protect the public from injury.
Ryanair is facing criticism after a video posted online apparently shows the airline's crew failing to take action to remove a passenger who launched a racist tirade against a fellow traveler.
One of Los Angeles' most beloved Mexican restaurants is celebrating its 95th birthday with a delicious deal.
Jessica Torres died Sunday on Fair Oaks Avenue Sunday night after being struck by what is believed to be a white SUV.
Fans hoping to catch a World Series game at Dodger Stadium this weekend can still get tickets, but they'll come at a price – ranging from $610 to $22,000 per seat.
The boy was hit in the shoulder at about 2:50 p.m. on the 1100 block of Cornelia Street.
A man rescued a tiny, terrified kitten literally stuck to a busy road road after someone had slathered its paws with glue.
Southern California is bracing for two storms. The first storm will arrive tonight, bringing rain and snow to our mountains. There are also flooding concerns. The second storm, which arrives Monday, will be stronger. Also, pandemic-era eviction protections for LA city tenants are ending tomorrow. That means renters have to pay back rent accrued during the pandemic. The City says it has resources for those who need it. Plus, lawmakers grilled tech CEOs on Capitol Hill today over attempts to keep children safe from online dangers and exploitation. Your top stories at the top of the hour, weekdays at 2p, 3p, and 7p streaming on CBS News Los Angeles.
Suzanne Marques talks to Rob Bisel, the man behind SZA's hit music, which have earned him eight Grammy Award nominations this year. He relays his creative process and how hearing people enjoy his music might be better than winning any award.
Suzanne Marques profiles the Grammy Museum, which just rededicated their outdoor space in honor of one of the world's most iconic musicians — Ray Charles. She speaks with exalted producer Jimmy Jam, who hosted the event.
Andra Day, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter who was recently announced as the Black National Anthem performer for Super Bowl LVIII, joins Suzanne Marques to talk about her upcoming single "Where Do We Go" and her powerful Oscar-nominated performance as Billie Holiday on the silver screen.
Rick Montanez reports from Calabasas, where a stunning home is up for grabs in coming days. All you have to do is get a raffle ticket from the Special Olympics Southern California. More information is available at SoCalRaffle.com.
Through her attorney, Britney Spears pleaded guilty to reckless driving in her DUI case.
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
A suspect wanted for allegedly injuring a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been arrested after leading police on a pursuit before crashing and then barricading himself inside a car in Beverly Hills on Sunday, prompting an hours-long standoff with police.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The stars are out at the Met Gala, walking the red carpet adorned in clothing designed for the "Costume Art" theme.
Aerial footage shows the bear in a Pacoima neighborhood, surprising neighbors, exciting dogs and causing a brief lockdown of the Sara Coughlin Elementary School campus.
Through her attorney, Britney Spears pleaded guilty to reckless driving in her DUI case.
The building and several cars caught fire.
A suspect wanted for allegedly injuring a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been arrested after leading police on a pursuit before crashing and then barricading himself inside a car in Beverly Hills on Sunday, prompting an hours-long standoff with police.
Police said that the threat is believed to have been a hoax.
Following the Orange County death of victim Ed Ashman on Thursday, new charges of involuntary manslaughter for the teen's mother were announced by the DA on Friday.
Ocean experts say to expect more shark sightings through the summer. "It is gearing up to be a sharky summer," said Chris Lowe, the director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach.
The redesignation of All American Way to Charlie Kirk Way is "in honor of slain activist Charlie Kirk," according to Westminster City Council documents. The name change was approved by the city council in a 4–1 vote last fall.
The crash happened at around 11:50 a.m. near Newland Street, police said.
Evacuation warnings were lifted on Sunday morning, firefighters said.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies fatally shot a man who was wanted in connection with an alleged assault in the Oak Hills area, near Hesperia, on Saturday.
Riverside County firefighters have fully contained the Gopher Fire, which broke out in southern Riverside County on Saturday afternoon and temporarily forced evacuation orders for some residents.
The team will move from El Segundo to the Coachella Valley beginning with the 2026-27 season.
The Sunshine Motel, at 570 N. H Street, was also found to be unsafe due to health and safety violations and was red-tagged for closure.
The Ontario Tower Buzzers teamed up with a pair of kids from the Make-A-Wish foundation to design unique jerseys for the Minor League Baseball team.
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
At least 18 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt lashed out at his opponents in a new attack ad.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
ICE reported the 18th death of an individual in its custody so far this year, putting the agency on track to record a new all-time high in detainee deaths.
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.
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.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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.
Mark Vientos hit two home runs and right-hander Clay Holmes allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 on Sunday.
Justin Wrobleski tossed six scoreless innings to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1 to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Los Angeles placed left-hander Yusei Kikuchi on the 15-day injured list Sunday with shoulder inflammation and purchased the contract of left-hander Tayler Saucedo from Triple-A Salt Lake.
Oswald Peraza hit a two-out RBI single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Angels snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 4-3 victory over the New York Mets.
Mathias Laborda scored in the 82nd minute for the Vancouver Whitecaps in a 1-1 tie with the LA Galaxy.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
The stars are out at the Met Gala, walking the red carpet adorned in clothing designed for the "Costume Art" theme.
Just a week after the two-weekend Coachella Music Festival left Indio, the Empire Polo Club grounds were flooded by country music fans for Stagecoach. Police arrested 119 people during the three-day event, most of whom were arrested for possession of alcohol under 21 years of age.
The Stagecoach Music Festival was evacuated on Saturday night due to extreme winds blowing in the area.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Judith Nwandu, LA Sentinel correspondent, shares news highlights: NAACP responds to rising hate incidents and showcasing Black women entrepreneurs.
This week's Class Act takes us to one of the oldest schools in the San Fernando Valley, where the Hunters or Canoga Park High School learn skills in and out of the classroom. Jasmine Viel reports.
California Department of Fish and Wildlife representatives sedated the bear and transported it out of the neighborhood after it wandered about on Monday morning.
Comedian Joe Dombrowski talks about his new special “Dad on Arrival.”
Dr. May Nour, UCLA Health Vascular and Interventional Neurologist, talks about the two types of strokes and how to respond when key indicators present.
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.
