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If approved, the declaration will free up state resources to help with cleanup and recovery.
The Los Angeles City Council considered a motion Tuesday aimed at keeping firearms stored safely within homes and out of the reach of children.
The driver of a big rig who was trapped in severe flooding on Highway 58 in Kern County last week spoke publicly about his ordeal on Monday for the first time.
"Every journey through the sky should be an entertaining one," says an airline which has created a "Star Wars" themed airplane.
An hour into the meeting, some people shouted and rushed the stage, forcing the mayor to cut short the meeting. The angry protesters even blocked him from entering his car as he tried to leave.
"Star Wars" fans were treated to a sneak peek of the film "The Force Awakens", while tickets for the much-anticipated flick went on sale.
The violence of an apparent road rage incident in the Inland Empire escalated on Saturday when one driver reportedly opened fire on another on the I-15 freeway.
"It's just tragic. But at the end, they are together. That's all that mattered," cried Sabrina Castillo's mother, Irasema Silva.
Lamar Odom has been transferred from a Las Vegas hospital to a Los Angeles facility for further treatment, ESPN and other news outlets reported Monday night.
An otherwise sunny day quickly turned dark in select areas on Monday, dumping rain in downtown Los Angeles and nearby areas.
For Azusa homeowner Ed Heinlein, mudslides have become a source of nearly constant concern -- so much so that Heinlein has packed his bags and is moving out.
The federal government will require many drone aircraft to be registered, a move prompted by the growing number of reported close calls and incidents that pose safety risks
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration an Orionid meteor will peak this week.
Police say a man wanted for pistol-whipping a woman in the West Village last weekend robbed a man just minutes before.
The shark sighting was reported around 11 a.m. near the Newport Pier. Witnesses say they saw the hammerhead shark charging some surfers in the water.
Evelyn Taft walks us through the latest winter storm that is expected to bring anywhere up to three inches of rain to low-lying areas, as well as multiple feet of snow to local mountain ranges.
Three people are expected to recover after suffering gunshot wounds during a triple-shooting in South Los Angeles early Monday afternoon.
The crash happened at 6:15 a.m. Friday morning, when the driver of a white flatbed truck struck a bicyclist crossing Lankershim Boulevard via crosswalk.
A big congratulations to KCAL News reporter Michele Gile! The accomplished newswoman was recognized for her storied career as part of a award ceremony celebrating National Women's History Month.
Desmond Shaw was over the scene of a crash stemming from a police pursuit in the city of Commerce on Monday afternoon. Officers began chasing the suspect who was wanted on suspicion of DUI.
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in the CBS California Governor's Debate at Pomona College.
Compare the candidates for California governor with the CBS News California Investigates Side-by-Side Candidate Guide.
Ahead of Tuesday's debate in the California governor's race, it's still a wide-open contest, CBS News' latest poll finds.
Police reopened both directions of the 101 Freeway after a nearly five-hour operation with LAFD.
A study found that Los Angeles is no longer one of the 10 most expensive cities in the country for renters, thanks to new apartment developments.
Police reopened both directions of the 101 Freeway after a nearly five-hour operation with LAFD.
A study found that Los Angeles is no longer one of the 10 most expensive cities in the country for renters, thanks to new apartment developments.
The rider was arrested in the Harbor Gateway area after leading officers on a chase through South Los Angeles.
A former California Highway Patrol officer and an alleged DUI driver both pleaded not guilty on Monday to murder charges that stemmed from a fiery crash on the 605 Freeway in Norwalk last year that left four people dead.
Los Angeles police are searching for the driver who killed a 65-year-old man in a hit-and-run crash on Monday morning.
The crash happened at around 11:50 a.m. near Newland Street, police said.
Evacuation warnings were lifted on Sunday morning, firefighters said.
A bat found on the Fullerton College campus last week has tested positive for rabies, according to the Orange County Health Care Agency.
They're diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, and for 20-year-old Roberto Reyes and his older brother Jesus, it's autism. Their mother was desperate to find support when they were young.
Mallett managed to wave as she landed at the airport, transferring from a Las Vegas hospital to the UCI burn unit in Orange. She suffers from burns on over 40% of her body.
Menifee police are seeking help from the public in locating a hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a 59-year-old man in December 2025.
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.
A Chino man has sparked debate amongst his neighbors after removing the grass from his front yard and replacing it with a home garden.
The Stagecoach Music Festival was evacuated on Saturday night due to extreme winds blowing in the area.
A human skull was found in a remote part of Twentynine Palms by a hiker early Wednesday morning, deputies said.
The new format would add eight more at-large teams, and take eight more teams out of the main bracket for play-in games.
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's policy of making immigrants subject to mandatory ICE detention without bond, including those who have lived in the U.S. for years.
Former FBI Director James Comey is again facing federal charges after the government's previous case against him was dismissed.
Federal prosecutors charged 34 defendants across two indictments, alleging sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
Top gubernatorial candidates met onstage at the CBS California Governor's Debate on April 28. Here are the highlights.
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's policy of making immigrants subject to mandatory ICE detention without bond, including those who have lived in the U.S. for years.
Former FBI Director James Comey is again facing federal charges after the government's previous case against him was dismissed.
A closer look at voters' views on issues in the primary for the California governor's race going into Tuesday's debate.
Top candidates for California governor will face off in the CBS California Governor's Debate at 5:30 p.m. PST on Tuesday, April 28.
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.
Leon Draisaitl scored a pair of goals and Evan Bouchard chipped in with three assists as the Edmonton Oilers staved off elimination by beating the Anaheim Ducks 4-1.
Janson Junk scattered three hits over six scoreless innings, pitching the Miami Marlins to a 2-1 win over Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Colson Montgomery homered in the second off Angels starter José Soriano (5-1), ending his shutout streak at 25 2/3 innings.
The new format would add eight more at-large teams, and take eight more teams out of the main bracket for play-in games.
Federal prosecutors charged 34 defendants across two indictments, alleging sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
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.
During a court appearance on Thursday, Los Angeles County prosecutors said that singer D4vd, who was charged with murder in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, had a "significant amount" of child pornography on his cellphone.
Michael Tilson Thomas, the 12-time Grammy Award winning composer and famed conductor who led the San Francisco Symphony for a quarter century, has died.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner discussed the delayed release of the autopsy report for Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the 14-year-old girl who was allegedly killed by singer and songwriter D4vd in 2025. Hunter Sowards reports.
Wild video shows the moments when a semi truck and an SUV appeared to be in the midst of a road-rage incident in Pacoima. Nicole Comstock reports.
A homicide investigation was launched on Tuesday after a man was found suffering from gunshot wounds in the trunk of a car in the San Gabriel Valley. Lesley Marin reports.
Desmond Shaw takes us to the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse in this episode of Look At This!
A low-pressure system is going to dodge Southern California, leaving the region with sunny skies heading into the weekend. Dani Ruberti 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.
