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According to the National Weather Service, Palm Springs has reached 123 degrees just three other times – on Aug. 1, 1993, and back-to-back in 1995, on July 28 and 29. And sunset did not bring much relief – it was still 102 degrees at 10:30 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
Mayor Justin Massey says he was out for a walk with his family last Sunday night when he spotted someone throwing trash out of a car.
Police officers were called out to a home at about 2 p.m. on June 13, where a fawn's hind leg somehow became stuck in the bars of a cinderblock fence.
On Thursday, President Joe Biden signed a law making June 19th an official federal holiday commemorating emancipation.
Last year, heat waves sparked rolling blackouts in California for the first time since 2001, and helped contribute to the spread of a historic number of wildfires up and down the state.
Crenshaw native and Grammy-winning rapper Nipsey Hussle and "Star Wars" actress Carrie Fisher will posthumously receive a stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next year.
Police say firefighters were responding to a 911 call at Parthenia Street and Columbus Avenue at about 3:25 a.m. when a woman jumped into an ambulance and took off.
UTLA overwhelmingly votes in favor Thursday on an agreement with LAUSD for the safe return to full-time in-person learning in the 2021-2022 school year.
Authorities Thursday arrested a suspected car thief after a dangerous pursuit ended in a North Hollywood neighborhood.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers were called out to the 4800 block of York Boulevard at about 4:40 p.m. for reports of a shooting.
In Southern California, scholars, pastors, activists and families are sounding off on what Juneteenth, the new national holiday, means.
Thursday's Flex Alert will be in effect from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. During that time, residents are urged avoid using major appliances, turn off any unnecessary lights, and set their thermostats to 78 degrees or higher.
Under the proposal, fully vaccinated workers would not have to a wear a mask while working indoors, but unvaccinated workers would.
One person was killed and another was injured Thursday in a three-vehicle crash in Canyon Country.
Los Angeles County Fire Department tweeted that it has stopped forward progress in the 349-acre King Fire, and that crews will remain on the scene to manage hotspots and strengthen containment lines.
Crews have to get that water out and make the ground safe before they can dig down, see the full extent of the damage and figure out exactly what it will take to fix.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
Southern California Edison said it has paid more than $314 million to victims of the Eaton Fire through its compensation program.
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
Riverside County signed an emergency waiver that allows El Sobrante Landfill to exceed its maximum tonnage limits.
Crews have to get that water out and make the ground safe before they can dig down, see the full extent of the damage and figure out exactly what it will take to fix.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
Southern California Edison said it has paid more than $314 million to victims of the Eaton Fire through its compensation program.
Riverside County signed an emergency waiver that allows El Sobrante Landfill to exceed its maximum tonnage limits.
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna announced the arrest of Antoine Jones for allegedly shooting and killing Meah Bordenave-Jenkins while she was at a Fourth of July party in Compton.
Huntington Beach police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal DUI crash that killed a 53-year-old woman in April after her car veered into the marshlands on the side of Pacific Coast Highway.
The lawsuit alleged that between August 2020 and April 2025, S&K Towing Inc illegally sold or disposed of nearly 150 vehicles, many of which were registered to Camp Pendleton addresses.
The rider and three passengers of the vehicle were hospitalized with injuries of varying severity, police said.
After an outcry from immigrant rights groups and residents, Costa Mesa city leaders will reconsider their use of Flock automatic license plate readers.
A man who was allegedly armed with an axe and multiple knives was arrested following an hours-long barricade inside a Fullerton business on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
Riverside County signed an emergency waiver that allows El Sobrante Landfill to exceed its maximum tonnage limits.
Some Chino residents are voicing their concerns about a proposed 400-megawatt battery storage facility that is set to go before the city's planning commission on Wednesday night.
After nearly 45 years, Riverside County investigators have identified the Jane Doe whose remains were discovered in 1981 as the victim of a Los Angeles County murder.
Nearly 50 years after he was killed in a crash in Riverside County, authorities have finally identified the 18-year-old victim with the help of advances in forensic technology.
Friends and family are praying for the safe return of a 63-year-old Long Beach woman who is still missing after going on a dirt bike ride in San Bernardino County last week.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
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.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams said President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS had been filed for an "improper purpose."
Congress is returning to Washington with limited time to address a number of priorities ahead of a lengthy August recess and the sprint to the midterm elections.
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.
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.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
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 California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
The inaugural roster for LOVB Los Angeles includes several Olympic medalists from the U.S. volleyball team.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina was a grudge match, reopening decades-old wounds for both countries.
Dylan Cease struck out the side in the first inning, combining with 10 relievers on a three-hitter in a show of pitching dominance that led the American League to a 4-0 win over the National League in the All-Star Game.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
After years of trying to bring the film industry back to Hollywood, it seemed that the recently passed tax incentive program was working for California. Now, more than 40 state lawmakers are warning that a provision buried in the new state budget could undo their progress.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Veriff, an online identity verification tool, created a quiz featuring side-by-side images and videos to show how difficult it’s become to identify authentic and AI-generated content. CBS LA Consumer Investigator Kristine Lazar tried her hand at the quiz.
Southern California is finally going to start feeling some relief from the extreme heat that has impacted the region all week. Temperatures will be down a few degrees although it will still feel relatively warm.
Basketball legend Nancy Lieberman joins Chris Hayre on this week's Sports Central Podcast for a look at coaching in The Big 3, her thoughts on Caitlin Clark, playing under Pat Riley for the Lakers during Summer League and an unexpected friendship with Muhammad Ali!
Southern California Edison said it has paid more than $314 million to victims of the Eaton Fire through its compensation program. Hunter Sowards reports.
A two-story home in Eagle Rock suffered significant fire damage on Thursday afternoon after crews fought flames on the hillside off the northbound 2 Freeway, which spread to the home. Nicole Comstock 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.
