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Almost five years after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the Obama administration has proposed new regulations aimed at strengthening oversight of offshore oil drilling equipment and ensuring that out-of-control wells can be sealed in an emergency.
Percy Sledge, who soared from part-time singer and hospital orderly to lasting fame with his aching, forlorn performance on the classic "When a Man Loves a Woman," died Tuesday in Louisiana. He was 74.
A busted sprinkler sprayed water onto the 170 Freeway in North Hollywood for more than an hour Tuesday morning amid one of the worst droughts in California's history.
We are looking at a decent wind event for Southern California as a dry front has passed well to the north of us.
Orange County is famous for fashion, and that goes for kids clothing, too. These Orange County boutiques help every toddler look trendy.
Firefighters Tuesday knocked down flames at the UCLA School of Dentistry.
David Letterman is packing his final 28 shows as a late-night host with a who's who of Hollywood names and favorites leading up to his May 20 swan song.
The animal was last seen in the home's crawl space.
When it comes to personal protection, one self-defense instructor says it's important to accept the fact that you too may encounter an attacker.
Loved ones held a vigil Monday night for a San Bernardino County woman who hasn't been seen in more than a month.
Runyon Canyon, nestled in the Hollywood Hills, already offers popular hiking trails, stunning views and an off-leash dog park. Now two local businessmen are proposing to add another unique aspect to this much-loved landmark — a zipline.
An Alaska Airlines flight bound for Los Angeles made an emergency landing Monday 14 minutes after taking off from Seattle.
Officials announced Monday night that a 15-year-old girl with autism has been found safe and reunited with her family at their Mar Vista home.
A Woodland Hills man was sentenced to prison Monday for his involvement in an odometer-rollback scheme.
The Academy of Music for the Blind (AMB) sought donations Monday to expand their program and open a new center in the San Fernando Valley.
A districtwide three-day strike by teachers and staff has ended without a deal being reached. LAUSD campuses opened early Friday morning. Joy Benedict reports from San Fernando Elementary School.
Bells will ring at 8 a.m. following a districtwide three-day strike by teachers and staff. SEIU representatives say if they don't come to an agreement with the school district soon, they have not ruled out the possibility they will walk off the job once again. Joy Benedict reports.
The owner of a stolen parrot is pleading for her beloved feathered friend's return. "Luna," a 10-year-old African gray parrot, was stolen off her family's front porch in Santa Ana on March 12. Luna's owner says the bird takes medication. Santa Ana Police say Luna is worth about $2,500.
Los Angeles Unified School District campuses will reopen Friday following a three-day strike by teachers and staff this week. Joy Benedict reports from San Fernando Elementary School.
Sunny and dry today and through the weekend, continuing to warm into Monday. Rain likely on Tuesday and Wednesday next week.
The crash happened near the spot of a deadly Metro bus crash in Chatsworth.
Firefighters said that there were "numerous injured patients" after an SUV crashed into the side of a Metro bus in Chatsworth.
Police say that the 18-year-old student was taken to the hospital after attending a fraternity function on Saturday.
Qualifying collector cars will gradually become exempt from smog checks beginning Jan. 1, 2028.
Randi Ethridge is in training with God's Pantry, and she was homeless and addicted to opiates for 20 years. Her rock bottom was her husband's death and losing custody of her children.
NBCLA identified the two victims on board the helicopter as aerial news reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw.
Randi Ethridge is in training with God's Pantry, and she was homeless and addicted to opiates for 20 years. Her rock bottom was her husband's death and losing custody of her children.
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion by Supervisor Janice Hahn proclaiming Nov. 24, 2026, as APS Awareness Day in Los Angeles County.
The SUV's driver, identified as Bailee Lynn Rios, will be arrested on suspicion of murder once they are released from the hospital, police said.
Former Southern California basketball player Chad Baker-Mazara is suing the university and coach Eric Musselman after being dismissed from the team in March.
Orange County vector control officials are sounding the alarm on what they say is an unprecedented mosquito season.
Police say that the 18-year-old student was taken to the hospital after attending a fraternity function on Saturday.
With a powerful El Niño already predicted to batter Southern California over the winter, forecasters are also cautioning residents to be wary of another phenomenon that may come along with it.
As of Monday, 10 homes in the private Capistrano Bay District have been red-tagged, and seven more have been yellow-tagged.
The fire was reported at around 2:30 p.m. in the 2400 block of Las Palomas Drive in the La Habra Heights area.
The crash happened just before 7 a.m. on Sunday near the intersection of Whitewood Road and Meadowlark Lane, Murrieta police said.
The deputy was struck by a hit-and-run driver near the intersection of Winchester Road and Murrieta Hot Springs Road a little before 9 a.m. on Wednesday morning.
A Wildomar man was arrested on Friday after a suspicious death investigation by Riverside County homicide investigators dating back to July 2025.
Each flag carries a card with a name, an age and the location where the victim of 9/11 died.
A Chino Hills family is demanding answers after their beloved dog died from heatstroke at a home-based dog boarding facility.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing new mail voting rules ahead of the midterm elections.
Earlier Tuesday, a federal judge again blocked the board from adding President Trump's name to the facade of the building.
China warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" after the U.S. confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.
Qualifying collector cars will gradually become exempt from smog checks beginning Jan. 1, 2028.
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing new mail voting rules ahead of the midterm elections.
Earlier Tuesday, a federal judge again blocked the board from adding President Trump's name to the facade of the building.
China warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" after the U.S. confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.
FBI Director Kash Patel was grilled for nearly five hours by both Democrats and Republicans about a string of recent negative headlines about the FBI.
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.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Pest control company Terminix has agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by 29 California counties alleging the company unlawfully disposed of pesticides and violated customer privacy laws.
As Californians prepare to celebrate Labor Day and the contributions of American workers, labor unions are raising alarms about what they see as a growing threat to the future of human work.
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.
Ryan Johnson pitched six strong innings, Josh Lowe hit a tiebreaking home run and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed one hit through seven innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 Tuesday night.
Former Southern California basketball player Chad Baker-Mazara is suing the university and coach Eric Musselman after being dismissed from the team in March.
The Los Angeles Chargers have placed wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve.
Reid Detmers struck out eight over six innings, and Jose Siri and Denzer Guzman each drove in two runs to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the fading Seattle Mariners 6-4.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
The third victim who was killed in a deadly helicopter crash in Chatsworth has been identified as 29-year-old Edy Guttierez Mejia, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said. The two other victims were identified by NBCLA as aerial news reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw.
CBS LA is remembering NBC LA's Eliana Moreno and George Marciniw, who died in a helicopter crash while on assignment on Tuesday evening. Rick Montanez reports.
A low-pressure system that is sitting to the north of the region will drive temperatures down a bit through the rest of the week. Conditions will still be in the 80s in some parts but will not be as hot as the previous week.
The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are handling the investigation into a deadly helicopter that killed three people in Chatsworth. NBC Los Angeles confirmed that the helicopter belonged to their station.
NBC Los Angeles has identified aerial news reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw as two of the three victims of a helicopter crash in Chatsworth on Tuesday. CBS LA's 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.
