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Two 6-month-old elephant seal pups have been released back into the Pacific Ocean near Santa Cruz Island after being treated at a rehabilitation center in Los Angeles.
A man suspected of attempted murder also faces charges for allegedly trying to touch children with a plastic flower as they played Pokemon Go at a playground in Fullerton.
An LAPD motorcycle officer who was riding to work Wednesday is expected to make a full recovery, after a crash on the 60 freeway.
The westbound Foothill (210) Freeway will be closed for 55 hours this weekend to accommodate pavement repairs, and officials say drivers should plan alternate routes now to avoid the closure.
Crews Wednesday extinguished two separate strip mall fires burning in Los Angeles County.
Mayor Eric Garcetti and LAPD Chief Charlie Beck will meet with Pres. Obama Wednesday to discuss efforts to build bridges between communities and law enforcement agencies following a rash of violence.
The council's unanimous decision Tuesday night came despite strong opposition by residents, who urged the council to defy the recommendation by the California Coastal Commission.
A federal judge who has been a target of Donald Trump's unending scorn must decide whether to release videos of the presumed Republican presidential nominee testifying in a lawsuit about the now-defunct Trump University.
The former Stanford University swimmer convicted of sexual assault will be required to attend drug and alcohol counseling in addition to being randomly tested after he was caught lying about his high school habits.
The world's biggest toymaker has promoted Barbie to the two highest offices in the land with its introduction Wednesday of President Barbie and Vice President Barbie.
Police believe the same suspects struck at all three restaurants due to the time of the burglaries and the distance between each restaurant.
Pokemon Go, a smartphone game app that has become a sensation on social media, leads players to physically seek out virtual Pokemon characters in real world settings by using smartphone cameras.
A patio made of stone seen on a cliff-side in Lunada Bay is a source of contention for some who say it should be torn down.
Family members of the victims said -- though 40 years have passed since their loved ones were gunned down on the campus of Cal State Fullerton -- their grief hasn't faded.
Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech is considered one of the greatest in history. And, on that day in Washington, more than 50 years ago, George Raveling went home with the original copy of the address.
A man remains hospitalized late Tuesday evening after he was shot by Fontana police at the Sierra Lakes Golf Course at around 3:45 p.m. They were called to the area after learning that he had fired shots into the wall of a home near the course.
It's been one week since the deadliest wildfire on US soil in a century and residents are demanding answers. Jeff Nguyen reports.
The occupants were wanted for a burglary.
Madonna's highly anticipated tour dates have been released, which includes several shows at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, after the iconic pop star was hospitalized with a bacterial infection earlier this year.
A judge has denied a request by the Barrington Plaza Tenant Association for a preliminary injunction halting September evictions pending the outcome of the tenants' overall case, saying the balance of harm favors the landlords.
Menifee police say that they've recovered the vehicle used in a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy last week, but they're still searching for the driver.
Riverside County Superior Court warned its residents about a jury duty scam falsely claiming people have outstanding warrants for missed jury duty notices.
The two people who went missing while riding personal watercraft off the coast of Long Beach over the weekend are sharing their stories of survival after they were rescued by first responders.
Norco residents and city leaders are voicing their opposition to a Southern California Edison power line project that would bring miles of overhead power lines to the region.
For California's craft distilleries, the ability to ship directly to customers has become an important way to reach consumers beyond their tasting rooms and local restaurants.
The two people who went missing while riding personal watercraft off the coast of Long Beach over the weekend are sharing their stories of survival after they were rescued by first responders.
A Los Angeles County judge could soon decide the fate of the controversial plan to eradicate Catalina Island's deer population.
The U.S. Small Business Administration approved California's request for a disaster declaration, making loans available to eligible small businesses, private nonprofit organizations, including faith-based organizations, that experienced financial losses directly related to the fire.
Amazon representatives say the e-bikes solve real city problems like congestion, traffic and noise by taking vehicles off the roads, and they have already been operating in more than 50 cities in Europe.
Some of the most common diagnoses among Boyle Heights patients included the toxic effects of smoke, contact/exposure to hazardous substances and acute upper respiratory infection.
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.
Menifee police say that they've recovered the vehicle used in a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy last week, but they're still searching for the driver.
Riverside County Superior Court warned its residents about a jury duty scam falsely claiming people have outstanding warrants for missed jury duty notices.
Norco residents and city leaders are voicing their opposition to a Southern California Edison power line project that would bring miles of overhead power lines to the region.
San Bernardino County deputies arrested a man accused of intentionally crashing into a group of adults and kids who were playing basketball in their neighborhood street.
Riverside County deputies arrested a 52-year-old San Jacinto woman for allegedly driving under the influence when she caused a two-car crash that killed an 8-year-old girl and left five others hospitalized over the weekend in Perris.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
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.
For California's craft distilleries, the ability to ship directly to customers has become an important way to reach consumers beyond their tasting rooms and local restaurants.
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
California lawmakers are weighing whether to take action after videos surfaced showing an electric-shock glove that may soon be 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.
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.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed scuffling closer Edwin Diaz on the injured list with inflammation in the right side of his neck while four-time MVP Shohei Ohtani progresses toward a return to the mound.
Los Angeles Chargers center Tyler Biadasz was carted off the field with a left leg injury during a joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers.
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.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
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 Los Angeles County judge could soon decide the fate of the controversial plan to eradicate Catalina Island's deer population. Alys Martinez reports.
LAPD body cam video shows an officer and civilians flipping a vehicle over to save a man who was trapped after the vehicle crashed.
CBS LA's Michele Gile shares the warnings in Laguna Beach after three women were rescued from the dangerous rip currents.
Norco residents and city leaders are voicing their opposition over a Southern California Edison power line project that would bring miles of overhead power lines to the region. Joy Benedict reports.
Patti Paniccia is now a part of surfing royalty after receiving her own spot on the Surfing Walk of Fame. Rina Nakano 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.
