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State officials have certified petitions that opponents of stricter gun regulations can now circulate in California to overturn recent laws that expanded background checks to buy guns and ammunition and attempted to curb the sale of rapid-reloading firearms.
Health officials urged all gay and bisexual men to get vaccinated against meningitis, regardless of their risk profile, after nine new cases of invasive meningococcal disease have been diagnosed since May 1.
Authorities reopened Pyramid Lake to swimmers Tuesday, but visitors were warned that the toxic algae that forced a swimming ban last week is still present in parts of the lake.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to rescind last week's vote to put a marijuana business tax on the November ballot to fund the fight against homelessness.
An iconic 1990s TV psychic known to the world as "Miss Cleo" was reportedly dead Tuesday after losing her battle with cancer.
Hundreds of animals and pets remain in a variety of shelters Tuesday while fire crews continued battling the massive Sand Fire in the Santa Clarita area.
Richard Risher Jr., 18, was killed during a shoot out with police in Watts Tuesday morning.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Two brothers were identified Tuesday as the men killed in a shooting in the Baldwin Hills area.
A $15 billion settlement over Volkswagen's diesel emissions cheating scandal faced a critical test, as a federal judge decided whether to grant it preliminary approval.
Residents in about 200 homes in Palos Verdes Estates have been warned to not drink or cook with their tap water until further notice.
General Mills is expanding a flour recall issued over a possible link to an E. coli outbreak after four new illnesses were reported.
Richard Camarena was arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a young boy in a bathroom at the Puente Hills Mall.
Authorities converged on an area in Watts after a Los Angeles police officer was wounded in a shooting.
Even though their job is tough and strenuous, the firefighters said they all love what they do.
Orange Unified School District held the meeting to consider a parental notification policy for students wishing to identify as a different gender on campus — the third local school board to consider such a policy. Nicole Comstock reports.
All of these meals are being sent to shelters, churches and Red Cross facilities helping survivors. Jeff Nguyen reports.
When asked Wednesday by reporters if he regretted not activating warning sirens when the wildfires broke out Aug. 8, Herman Andaya responded, "I do not."
Lake Elsinore's Third Annual Taco Fest will happen on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in downtown Lake Elsinore.
The amazing Voices of Brookdale will perform the national anthem at Saturday's Rams/Raiders game at SoFi Stadium.
The allegations include "engaging in inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer," according to the committee.
The Port of Long Beach signed a deal to build small offshore nuclear reactors to power some of its operations and ships.
A 20-year-old man who was shot while driving in Long Beach on Friday died over the weekend, according to police.
California lawmakers are weighing whether to take action after videos surfaced showing an "electric-shock glove" being used as part of federal immigration enforcement.
The crash killed a 23-year-old man from Los Angeles.
The Port of Long Beach signed a deal to build small offshore nuclear reactors to power some of its operations and ships.
A 20-year-old man who was shot while driving in Long Beach on Friday died over the weekend, according to police.
The crash killed a 23-year-old man from Los Angeles.
Since Newport-Mesa Unified School District trustees voted to ban younger students from riding e-bikes on campus, the first day of the 2026-27 school year saw more bicycles, skateboards, and students walking with friends.
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the San Fernando, San Gabriel and Santa Clarita valleys.
The crash killed a 23-year-old man from Los Angeles.
Since Newport-Mesa Unified School District trustees voted to ban younger students from riding e-bikes on campus, the first day of the 2026-27 school year saw more bicycles, skateboards, and students walking with friends.
Southern California Edison says that Public Safety Power Shutoffs could occur more frequently and last longer than usual in 2026 due to rising fire risk.
A woman and a teenage girl were rescued from Aliso Beach in Laguna Beach on Saturday afternoon after they were found unresponsive in the water.
Disneyland hotel workers took to the streets of Anaheim over the weekend to protest for fair wages ahead of their upcoming contract negotiations.
Police said alcohol appeared to be a factor in the crash.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said the driver intentionally ran over several adults and one child.
Southern California Edison says that Public Safety Power Shutoffs could occur more frequently and last longer than usual in 2026 due to rising fire risk.
Deputies said that they were called to an area near the aqueduct for a man who was allegedly holding a knife and covered in blood.
It happened at around 5:40 p.m. near E. Rider Street and Ramona Expressway, Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials said.
The baby was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which requires a series of surgeries. The parents had asked the surrogate to get an abortion when they learned of the diagnosis.
The allegations include "engaging in inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer," according to the committee.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
California lawmakers are weighing whether to take action after videos surfaced showing an "electric-shock glove" being used as part of federal immigration enforcement.
The allegations include "engaging in inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer," according to the committee.
The Supreme Court declined for the second time to consider President Trump's appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
There is a new effort to increase the minimum wage and training requirements for security guards in California ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
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.
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.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
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.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Shohei Ohtani homered twice to help spark a slumping Dodgers offense, Blake Snell struck out five over six innings and Los Angeles beat the Colorado Rockies 11-5.
Logan Henderson allowed one run in seven innings, Jake Bauers had four hits and two RBIs, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 to take three of four in the matchup of division leaders.
Noah Cameron pitched a one hitter, Michael Massey and Bobby Witt Jr. hit home runs, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0.
The Los Angeles Dodgers put pitcher Justin Wrobleski on the 15-day injured list because of left forearm irritation.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday announced that nine new television productions would be awarded through the state's film and television tax credit program, which his office estimates will bring over $600 million in production spending.
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.
Some parts of the LA Jazz Festival were canceled just days before the citywide, two-week party was slated to begin, leaving performers and fans alike in the dark.
Median Strategies, the publisher of the fake poll, said they published the false numbers as part of a "short-term social experiment."
Laurie Perez reports from Long Beach, where U.S. Coast Guard personnel rescued a jet skier 16 hours after he went missing late Sunday night.
ICE released new information tonight about a chaotic scene inside John Wayne Airport.
The Port of Long Beach signed a deal to build small offshore nuclear reactors to power some of its operations and ships. Gio Insignares reports.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest. Hunter Sowards reports.
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.
