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A 30-year-old youth pastor suspected of engaging in inappropriate conduct with children at an Aliso Viejo church has been arrested, deputies said Thursday.
Photos from the 2015 CHiPs for KIDS toy collection sites throughout Southern California. CBS2/KCAL9 news personalities will continue to assist the California Highway Patrol in collecting toys throughout the holiday season.
New revelations from officials and public records show a much deeper connection between Syed Rizwan Farook and Enrique Marquez than previously was disclosed.
Police say they received a call about someone firing two rounds into the air "who was seen walking away with a shotgun".
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Joseph Christopher Moore, of Anaheim, was taken into custody at his home on Tuesday.
Mayor Eric Garcetti and four other West Coast mayors will join White House officials at a two-day summit in Portland starting Thursday to discuss homelessness, housing and climate change.
A 44-year-old man accused of arming himself with a machete, chasing people in his Tustin neighborhood and then barricading himself inside his home is in custody Thursday.
Several of Hollywood's most heavily-traveled thoroughfares will be shut down for an extended weekend to accommodate three major movie premieres, including the latest film in the "Star Wars" saga.
An early morning missile test in New Mexico left a white contrail that quickly turned into a corkscrew that was visible for hundreds of miles Thursday.
An SUV slammed into a liquor store early Thursday in the Mid-City area after its driver reportedly fell asleep behind the wheel.
According to airport officials, the Tier 2 ground stoppage began at 7 p.m. on Wednesday for arriving flights that originated at airports up to 1,500 miles away from LAX.
The Golden Globe nominations, which were announced by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association in Beverly Hills, California, on Thursday morning, are at the center of the drama surrounding the categorization of this year's movies and actors.
Being allowed to sit on Santa's lap prior to Christmas is one mission promising parents sometimes find to be a tall order, if only for lack of knowing where to find Saint Nick.
At this time, detectives have not provided any suspect descriptions.
Laser light displays, a hot new trend for the holidays, are sold-out at many stores in the Southland, but some say they could pose a danger to pilots and passengers alike.
More than 700 people gathered for the Union Rescue Mission 5K Run/Walk in Pasadena on Saturday, the sixth annual event to raise money for the nonprofit's homeless outreach, and the last for President Andy Bales, who is set to retire after serving the community for more than 20 years.
A historic Pasadena building, iconic for its time as a hospital and for its appearances in several blockbuster films, is now a public nuisance, leaving the city and residents frustrated. Kara Finnstrom reports on the steps being taken to cleanup St. Luke's hospital, which has been abandoned for more than 20 years.
One of the Southland's most beloved plant-based restaurants, Nic's on Beverly, has avoided permanently shuttering their doors after management was able to reach an agreement with the landlord due to the outpouring of support seen from fans on social media.
Lauren Pozen reports from Compton, one of many locations across the Southland busy with Juneteenth celebrations over the weekend. The holiday is held to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
Protesters gathered out front of LA City Councilman Curren Price's office on Saturday to call for his resignation, after he was charged with counts of embezzlement and perjury earlier this week.
With a screw and a stitch, what could have been trash is brought back to life at the LA Fixit Clinic, where volunteers put their skills to good use by fixing things.
Strong surf has already claimed three lives in Laguna Beach since June. The popular tourist destination has been pounded by surf this summer, as have other spots along the Orange County coast.
Ventura County deputies arrested three men for allegedly beating another man at an apartment complex's pool area.
Culver City police arrested four people on Wednesday for their alleged roles in the assault of a family with two young children at the Westfield Culver City mall earlier this week.
While LAUSD has restricted student access to generative AI platforms this school year, staff is examining how to teach students to use the technology without becoming reliant on it.
With a screw and a stitch, what could have been trash is brought back to life at the LA Fixit Clinic, where volunteers put their skills to good use by fixing things.
Strong surf has already claimed three lives in Laguna Beach since June. The popular tourist destination has been pounded by surf this summer, as have other spots along the Orange County coast.
Culver City police arrested four people on Wednesday for their alleged roles in the assault of a family with two young children at the Westfield Culver City mall earlier this week.
While LAUSD has restricted student access to generative AI platforms this school year, staff is examining how to teach students to use the technology without becoming reliant on it.
Kevin Salazar faces a life prison term without the possibility of parole for killing the 30-year-old deputy in an ambush style.
The fire was reported just after 2 p.m. near the Ortega Highway, which connects Orange County to Riverside County.
The Orange County coastline is facing significant erosion with the looming El Niño winter, and already some parts of the shoreline are being impacted by the powerful surf.
The city held a ceremony to remember the 82 victims and those affected 40 years later.
A 14-year-old Orange County boy was seriously injured in a crash while he was allegedly riding an e-motorcycle illegally, according to police.
The one-day, nonprofit festival, founded by musician Olivia Rodrigo, features an all-female lineup including performances by Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Katseye, Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and more.
In a last-ditch effort, Supervisor Janice Hahn urged Gov. Gavin Newsom to halt the plan to eradicate mule deer from Catalina Island.
A 54-year-old Riverside County man was arrested last week for a deadly stabbing that happened in the unincorporated community of Mead Valley near Perris.
An 18-year-old was arrested for allegedly cutting down a Flock camera in Temecula on Tuesday night, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
After hundreds of residents flooded an open house hosted by the power company looking to install miles of high-voltage power lines through the city of Temecula, the mayor took to social media to share a scathing message about what she called a "dog and pony show."
Deputies said that the plane was found nose down in a field near the Big Bear City Airport.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, which signaled Wednesday for a second straight day it is deadlocked, left without a verdict and will resume deliberations on Thursday.
MapQuest topped ChatGPT as Apple's most-downloaded free app after the digital mapping company said it would keep "historical, familiar" lake names.
The jury in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial told the judge Tuesday morning they are deadlocked, and left a Massachusetts courtroom hours later without reaching a verdict.
The whistleblower, described by lawyers as a federal official, disclosed information about the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
The whistleblower, described by lawyers as a federal official, disclosed information about the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
California lawmakers are set to vote Tuesday on a scaled-back wildfire liability package after Gov. Gavin Newsom's push to shield utilities from some of the costs associated with fires sparked by their equipment failed to gain enough support.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is resigning, the White House confirmed.
The Supreme Court divided 5-4 in allowing construction of the new White House ballroom to continue.
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.
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.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Eric Lauer is on the injured list with left elbow inflammation.
The Clippers will forfeit five future first-round draft picks, while Leonard must pay the league $700,000.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have welcomed back catcher Will Smith, backup Dalton Rushing and pitcher Justin Wrobleski from the injured list.
The St. Louis Cardinals hit five home runs, including a pair by Thomas Saggese and a two-run shot from Home Run Derby champion Jordan Walker, in a 13-8 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The LA Fixit Clinic is helping people bring what could be trash back to life at the hands of volunteers putting their skills to good use. Joy Benedict reports.
Luzdelia Caballero reports from Christy's Foundation, a local nonprofit that helps provide food and support to families in need, even helping them in job hunts as they look to get back on their feet.
From the creator of the "Star Wars" movie franchise comes an other-galactical-looking museum in Exposition Park, which is ready to welcome the public starting September 22. Jasmine Viel reports.
The so-called Gibby Fire was reported just after 2 p.m. in the 34700 block of SR-74 in unincorporated Rancho Mission Viejo, near San Juan Capistrano, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.
Southern California's beach communities are bracing for high surf possibly coming from Tropical Storm Marie. Michele Gile 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.
