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The shortage has the usual roots – federal firefighters are overworked and underpaid. Fire season in California is now a year-round, and according to Capt. Lani Brown, pay for forest service firefighters starts at $13.45 an hour – far short of California's minimum wage of $15.
Facebook announced that the two-year suspension will be retroactive to Jan. 7, the day after the Capitol attacks.
Four models of Fisher-Price's soothers and gliders were recalled Thursday after four infants died in the company's 4-in-1 Rock n' Glide Soother
Powerful video showed firefighters lined up on either side in a show of support as she arrived for the Saugus High School graduation ceremony.
The bones were discovered while work crews were digging a trench for a construction project.
Bryan Scott, 55, of Lynwood, was arrested on May 13 and booked on charges of lewd and lascivious acts against a minor. He is being held on $125,000 bail.
According to the latest numbers from L.A. County, 5.3 million Angelenos age 16 and older have received at least one dose, which translates to about 64% of the county's population. About 53% have received both doses.
Deputies arrived on scene to find an overturned car and a man inside of it with a gunshot wound.
The San Clemente City Council approved a resolution this week in support of gun owners' constitutional right to bear arms – but dropped the term "sanctuary city" sought by City Councilman Gene James.
The survey found that 10% of Angelenos plan to move away from L.A. County within the next year.
Japanese Americans who fought in World War II were particularly committed to proving themselves, even as their families were held in internment camps back home.
Elderly woman with Alzheimer's disease found Thursday night after being reported missing earlier in the afternoon.
OC Sheriff Don Barnes appointed to chair the intelligence commanders committee for Major County Sheriffs of America organization.
A sea of people gathered on the Glendora High School football field Thursday night to remember 18-year-old Kerry Welsh.
Cal-OSHA votes to allow workers to go without masks as long as all other employees in the room are vaccinated, guidelines that are still more restrictive than recommendations by the CDC.
Los Angeles Urban Policy Roundtable President Earl Ofari Hutchinson said "violence" and "shooting" were his top concerns with immigration enforcement agencies.
Paul Rubenstein of LAHSA said that the volunteer force is necessary and plays a crucial role in helping determine critical solutions to LA's ongoing homeless crisis.
The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital, and they are in critical but stable condition.
For fans who want the next best thing to watching the game live in Seattle, the $10 SoFi Stadium watch party tickets go on sale Monday, Jan. 19.
Valentino Garavani's high-glamour gowns were fashion show staples for nearly half a century.
Paul Rubenstein of LAHSA said that the volunteer force is necessary and plays a crucial role in helping determine critical solutions to LA's ongoing homeless crisis.
The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital, and they are in critical but stable condition.
For fans who want the next best thing to watching the game live in Seattle, the $10 SoFi Stadium watch party tickets go on sale Monday, Jan. 19.
CBS LA's very own Pat Harvey, Jim Hill and Sheba Turk were a part of this year's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade.
The blaze was reported just after 3 p. m. at a one-story home in the 1300 block of Kenmore Avenue, according to a news release from the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Huntington Beach city officials on Sunday issued a warning to the public due to increased stingray activity along the shoreline in recent days.
Federal prosecutors charged a man who allegedly threatened to kill Vice President JD Vance during his Disneyland trip last year.
An Orange County man has been posting social media videos of car crashes in front of his house to hopefully spur safety changes at his Huntington Beach intersection.
After his son died while hiking Mount Baldy, Kenneth Muensch Casanova called on Angeles National Forest officials to require permits on the dangerous mountain.
A Santa Ana community scrambled to ensure their 101-year-old neighbor wasn't left behind when a fire broke out in her condo.
San Bernardino County homicide investigators are searching for the gunman who allegedly shot and killed a 14-year-old boy in Victorville last week.
Ranchers in Chino Hills are voicing their frustrations over the potential dangers facing an animal sanctuary after a viral social media video led to a sudden explosion in popularity for the hiking trail nearby.
A person was found dead in Riverside County late Saturday after they went searching for a group of hikers who they believed were in trouble, according to authorities.
Nearly 25 years after a 32-year-old woman's car was found abandoned and she was found dead in Hesperia, authorities have made an arrest for her murder.
Police have arrested a third person in connection with the murder of a Tennessee man who was affiliated with the Inland Empire religious group "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies."
Most stores on Monday are open during their regular business hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with a few exceptions.
A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."
To mark Martin Luther King Jr's birthday, "Sunday Morning" talks with some of those who were engaged from the very beginning of the civil rights movement, from sit-ins and marches to the Supreme Court.
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Luka Doncic had 25 points and seven assists, LeBron James added 24 points and seven assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers returned to form with a 110-93 victory over the Toronto Raptors.
Despite forcing OT with a catch in the final minute in the 4th Quarter, the Chicago Bears' playoff journey comes to an end.
Gabriela Jaquez scored 22 points, and No. 3 UCLA pulled away in a dominant third quarter to beat 12th-ranked Maryland 99-67 on Sunday.
Shaedon Sharpe had 25 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 132-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, who were playing without top scorer Luka Doncic.
Mikael Granlund scored at 4:02 of overtime, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 to sweep a two-game weekend set in the Freeway Faceoff rivalry.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
The MLK Day Parade, hosted by the Los Angeles Sentinel and Bakewell Media, celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Activists in Los Angeles on Monday called for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to avoid using violence when performing enforcement operations. CBS LA reports.
Joshua Rothkopf, LA Times Film Editor, discusses the making of “The 101 best Los Angeles movies, ranked.”
Author Eric Lichtblau says “American Reich” takes a look at the resurgence of hatred and white supremacy in Southern California’s Orange County.
About 1,000 more volunteers are needed for the 2026 Los Angeles Homeless Count on Jan. 20-22.
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.
