LA County budget outlines $88.9 million in cuts, but avoids layoffs
The proposed budget will eliminate 310 vacant positions to prepare for federal funding cuts, a $4 billion settlement and the ongoing wildfire costs.
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The proposed budget will eliminate 310 vacant positions to prepare for federal funding cuts, a $4 billion settlement and the ongoing wildfire costs.
The deadline to opt in or out of the Army Corps of Engineers' free wildfire debris removal program ends Tuesday.
The shooting happened at around 4:10 p.m. at a bus stop at the corner of Vermont Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, according to LAPD officers.
The LA County Department of Economic Opportunity will invest $32 million into new workforce initiatives to help wildfire victims.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Julian Monday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Most of the Real ID application can be completed online before visiting a DMV location.
The attack happened at around 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of Main Street and Strand Street, close to the beach, according to the Santa Monica Police Department.
While the station was repaired Los Angeles County Fire Department firefighters were previously stationed in Vernon.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
A person was briefly detained at the scene on suspicion of arson but police did not make any arrests.
Two days after a judge ruled that Erik and Lyle Menendez's resentencing hearings could proceed, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman held a press briefing to address the complex legal dynamics surrounding the case.
The crash happened at around 2:35 p.m. on Dec. 22 near Catalina Street and Wilshire Boulevard, according to a press release from the Los Angeles Police Department.
The whale could be seen near the Huntington Beach Pier on Saturday afternoon.
Police say that the shooting happened just before 6 p.m. in the 0 block of Cedar Walk.
Police were dispatched to the intersection of 103rd and San Pedro streets at around 4 p.m. after learning of the incident.
Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, will advance to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, CBS News projects.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
A jury in Van Nuys ordered Grossman to pay $21 million and Erickson to pay $1.17 million in punitive damages, on top of the $176 million.
The LAPD said the lockdown was related to a possible road rage incident.
Last month, a tank holding 6,500 gallons of methyl methacrylate at the GKN Aerospace facility was involved in a chemical crisis that forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes in six Orange County cities.
A jury in Van Nuys ordered Grossman to pay $21 million and Erickson to pay $1.17 million in punitive damages, on top of the $176 million.
Last month, a tank holding 6,500 gallons of methyl methacrylate at the GKN Aerospace facility was involved in a chemical crisis that forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes in six Orange County cities.
Capt. Rob Prendergast said crews will be on the scene for several hours to clear the debris and assess the area.
The shooting happened at around 11 p.m. on Sunday night near Sixth and Ramsey streets, according to Banning police.
A bird tested positive for West Nile virus, the second case in Ventura County.
Hundreds of Orange County residents gathered in Garden Grove on Tuesday night to demand answers from GKN Aerospace leadership during a special city council meeting.
The Orange County District Attorney's Office said officers found her in a running shower with her toddler's body.
Police arrested the 28-year-old man after he crashed and attempted to hide in thick brush near Hayes Avenue and De Luz Road in Murrieta.
One person was taken into custody for the stabbing, which deputies said may be gang-related.
Garden Grove residents urged their city council to close the GKN Aerospace facility at the center of a chemical leak in late May.
Team Rubicon volunteers are set to remove dozens of dead trees and vegetation to help mitigate wildfire risk on Big Bear as part of a nearly four-year plan to remove what was left behind by the 2022 Radford Fire and the 2024 Line Fire.
Hermosa Beach police arrested a suspect who allegedly broke into a home while the residents, including two small children, were still inside early Monday morning.
Banning police are investigating an assault that left a man in critical condition after he was allegedly attacked by a person with a baseball bat on Sunday afternoon.
An 18-year-old man was killed in an off-roading crash near Menifee over the weekend, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Police arrested the 28-year-old man after he crashed and attempted to hide in thick brush near Hayes Avenue and De Luz Road in Murrieta.
The U.S. being a host country for the World Cup generates interest among fans, but less so among those who are not soccer fans.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Nick Reiner is accused of stabbing his parents Rob and Michele Singer Reiner to death at their home in December.
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, will advance to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, CBS News projects.
Donald Trump was booed loudly by fans inside Madison Square Garden when he was shown on video screens during the national anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
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.
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.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
Wade Meckler and Jo Adell keyed a five-run second inning with two-run doubles, and Walbert Ureña navigated heavy traffic through five shutout innings to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 10-1 victory over the Houston Astros.
The Dodgers quickly pulled away once Pirates ace Paul Skenes exited in a 12-3 win on Tuesday night.
Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jack Kochanowicz needs Tommy John surgery, the team said Tuesday, and the 25-yeaer-old right-hander is expected to be sidelined through the 2027 season.
Peter Laviolette will be the next head coach of the Los Angeles Kings, the team announced on Tuesday. He will be the permanent replacement for interim coach D.J. Smith, who replaced Jim Hiller in March.
The U.S. being a host country for the World Cup generates interest among fans, but less so among those who are not soccer fans.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The CBS LA American Music Awards Red Carpet Special will capture the moments as the stars arrive at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and airs from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. PDT on CBS LA and streaming online on CBS News Los Angeles.
Rachel Griffin, a Toy Association expert, shares some toys that are perfect for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Fuego LA, an Argentinian Restaurant, will be making serving dishes from South American countries to celebrate the FIFA World Cup. They will be hosting watch parties and serving their own food and the dishes from the teams playing in the matches.
Dr. Rajita Patil, an OBGYN at UCLA, discusses hormone demands and shortages.
Elaine Low, The Ankler staff writer, talks about the latest movie blockbusters and impacts on Hollywood.
A midweek warm-up is expected in Southern California, and it's going to last. NEXT Weather meteorologist Liberte Chan makes her CBS LA debut.
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.
