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Beverly Hills, Long Beach and downtown Los Angeles were all hit hard last summer by looting and vandalism in the weeks of unrest following the death of George Floyd, putting law enforcement on high alert ahead of the verdicts in the Derek Chauvin trial.
After the guilty verdict against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the May 2020 murder of George Floyd, there are discussions being had nationwide about how to achieve racial equity in the criminal justice system.
Police shot and killed a teenage girl Tuesday afternoon in Columbus, Ohio just as the verdict was being announced in the trial for the killing of George Floyd.
The whereabouts of how and where she was located were not immediately disclosed, but authorities said the teen will be reunited with her family.
Former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin, who last May held a knee down on George Floyd's neck for more than 9 minutes, has been found guilty of second-degree murder and two other charges in Floyd's death.
On Tuesday, Mayor Eric Garcetti reacted to the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis Police Officer found guilt on three counts in the murder of George Floyd.
Johnny Santos Moreno, a 23-year-old Costa Mesa Man, pleaded guilty Tuesday to attacking a transgender woman with his skateboard.
The City of Duarte is partnering with Los Angeles County Public Health and Fulgent Genetics to host a free COVID-19 vaccination site at the Duarte Senior Center on April 25 and April 26.
On Tuesday, the county's Board of Supervisors decided in a 4-1 vote, that they'll reconsider the 47 strategies that drive the county's response to the unhoused population.
The Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association is launching a monthlong virtual fitness fundraiser on Thursday to raise funds to support the Los Angeles Zoo and its species-saving work.
Officials at the Los Angeles Police Department issued a tactical alert Tuesday afternoon after the verdict of former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin came down guilty on all charges.
Leaders across the Southland reacted Tuesday following the conviction of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday voted unanimously to return Bruce's Beach, a parcel of oceanfront property along the sandy shores of Manhattan Beach seized from a Black couple nearly a century ago, to descendants of the couple.
Los Angeles-run vaccine sites were closed Tuesday as a precaution before guilty verdicts were passed down in Derek Chauvin murder trial in Minneapolis.
Taco Bell has joined forces with the recycling company TerraCycle which is known for collecting traditionally non-recyclable materials and making them into materials that can be used for new recycled products.
Three of the four members of a "sophisticated burglary crew" that was arrested last year for a multi-million dollar heist involving a Simi Valley jewelry store and coffee shop were sentenced to prison on Tuesday.
The crash happened on Jan. 9 at around 2:40 a.m. near 8th Street, police said. The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered severe injuries.
A homicide investigation is underway in Lancaster after a 40-year-old woman was found fatally shot in a field last week.
At least 10 donkeys have been killed since December in a series of mysterious attacks in Riverside County, leaving wildlife activists desperate for answers.
Harmonica players from the Koreatown Senior and Community Center are winning over hockey fans' hearts with their performances at LA Kings games.
Three of the four members of a "sophisticated burglary crew" that was arrested last year for a multi-million dollar heist involving a Simi Valley jewelry store and coffee shop were sentenced to prison on Tuesday.
The crash happened on Jan. 9 at around 2:40 a.m. near 8th Street, police said. The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered severe injuries.
A homicide investigation is underway in Lancaster after a 40-year-old woman was found fatally shot in a field last week.
Harmonica players from the Koreatown Senior and Community Center are winning over hockey fans' hearts with their performances at LA Kings games.
Officers arrested the 25-year-old man after he posted a video of himself pouring a BuzzBall into a bird's mouth.
The Santa Ana Police Department booked the inmate into the Theo Lacy Facility on Feb. 19 for vehicle theft, receiving a stolen vehicle and obstructing or resisting a peace officer.
One man was killed and another was wounded when they were shot at while driving in Santa Ana late Friday, according to police.
If you're looking to visit a museum, dozens of exhibits are offering free admission this weekend.
Four suspects stole about $180,000 worth of collectibles and Pokémon cards from an Anaheim store earlier this week.
Balboa Island's ferries are ditching diesel and turning to electricity to power their boats.
At least 10 donkeys have been killed since December in a series of mysterious attacks in Riverside County, leaving wildlife activists desperate for answers.
Southern California's favorite bald eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, laid their third egg of the season on Tuesday afternoon, just weeks after their nest was raided by ravens.
The 48-year-old man was declared dead at the scene.
The infamous "graffiti towers" in downtown Los Angeles have a new potential buyer in a Riverside County-based real estate development firm.
A total of four people were transported to a local hospital with major injuries from the collision.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night as the party attempts to counter the president's message.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
According to sources close to the investigation, there are concerns that DNA recovered from Nancy Guthrie's home may not yield a usable profile for comparison.
Savannah Guthrie said in a new video that the family is offering an additional reward of up to $1 million for information about their mother Nancy Guthrie's whereabouts.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night as the party attempts to counter the president's message.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
The highest-ranking officials in Washington will be present for President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night — here's what to know about where they're sitting.
Some House Republicans have rebuked Mr. Trump on tariffs, war powers and the Epstein files, and defections could grow as the midterms approach.
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.
Riverside County health officials have reported the second and third measles cases of the year, which they say could be connected to the county's first case that was reported last week.
Health officials say that an unvaccinated minor visited the Walmart Supercenter in Ontario on Jan. 29.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
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.
Donovan Dent led UCLA past Southern California 81-62 with a season-high 30 points.
Wendell Carter Jr. made a go-ahead putback with 6.7 seconds to play, Paolo Banchero scored 36 points and the Orlando Magic finished a strong West Coast trip with a 110-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Desmond Bane scored 36 points and Paolo Banchero added 16 points and eight assists as the Orlando Magic held on for a 111-109 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Nicolás Fernández scored on a penalty kick in the second half and New York City FC tied the Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 in a season opener before a sellout crowd of 30,510 at Dignity Health Sports Park.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
Lesley Marin provides the latest on the third egg from the beloved Big Bear bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow, who had their nest raided and two eggs destroyed by ravens last month.
Three of the four members of a "sophisticated burglary crew" that was arrested last year for a multi-million dollar heist involving a Simi Valley jewelry store and coffee shop were sentenced to prison last week. Laurie Perez reports.
Tommy Le opened Reinne's Place, a Filipino-Vietnamese-inspired coffee shop in Long Beach, to honor his late girlfriend. Rina Nakano reports.
At least two people are in serious condition, and five total are injured after a vehicle drove onto a sidewalk and crashed into a tree in downtown Los Angeles, according to authorities. Nicole Comstock reports.
President Trump touted his achievements and sparred with Democrats during his 2026 State of the Union address. Tom Wait 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.
