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Dr. Sherman Mellinkoff, who took the newly created School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles and turned it into a powerhouse of medical research and academics, has died at age 96.
The family was looking at tide pools when a thief stole Liam Brenes' leg, glasses and other items left on the beach.
The rapper was handcuffed and briefly detained but was not arrested.
Residents along Iron Canyon Road in Santa Clarita were assessing the damage to their neighborhood Monday, two days after the fast-moving brush fire ripped through the area.
Officials in Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada, are blaming poor air quality and smoky skies on a pair of California wildfires.
"Star Trek Beyond" easily topped the domestic box office in its first weekend in theaters with $59.3 million, but the real winner was "Lights Out," which cost Warner Bros. $5 million to make and landed in third place with $21.7 million out of the gate, studios said Monday.
The first national system intended to prevent hobby drones from interfering with planes and helicopters fighting wildfires has launched, federal authorities say.
California will no longer label dogs seized from illegal fighting rings as "vicious," making safe rescue dogs more likely to get adopted.
A judge on Monday sentenced an Orange County man to 15 years in prison and supervised release for life after he acknowledged trying to aid and join the Islamic State terror group in Syria.
A half-dozen people were charged Monday in the fatal stabbing of a man who was apparently part of a love triangle.
Comedian Katt Williams has been arrested on suspicion of battery following a dispute at a Studio City hotel.
California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed legislation that would require newly purchased vehicles to display temporary license plates.
Actors Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard defied most modern traditions – to say nothing of Hollywood tradition -- with a courthouse wedding to the tune of $142 – total.
Nearly 3,000 firefighters are battling the Sand Fire, which remains at 10 percent containment, fire officials said Monday.
The power of the Internet is being marshaled to help firefighters whose homes were destroyed in the raging Sand Fire.
Bianco said his office was conducting a "lawful investigation into a crime" by seizing the ballots.
A wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Christopher Garcia against the Los Angeles Unified School District states the district failed to provide safe facilities, proper equipment and adequate supervision.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
CBS LA has issued a Next Weather Alert through Saturday.
The fire quickly damaged several businesses in the Newhall area of Santa Clarita.
A wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Christopher Garcia against the Los Angeles Unified School District states the district failed to provide safe facilities, proper equipment and adequate supervision.
The fire quickly damaged several businesses in the Newhall area of Santa Clarita.
Footage from the scene showed one car on its side and a second car overturned onto its roof.
The crash happened at around 6 p.m. in the 2800 block of Cahuenga Boulevard, which runs adjacent to the 101 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
One person was wounded during an attempted robbery that turned into a shooting near the Santa Monica Pier on Sunday night.
A 21-year-old Orange County woman was killed in a crash that was allegedly caused by street racing on Thursday night, according to authorities.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
A Fullerton youth soccer coach was arrested on Wednesday after he allegedly used Instagram to solicit a minor for sexual activity.
Wildlife activists named the new eagle that has been seen accompanying Shadow through the treetops and skies of Big Bear.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer announced the buyback will take place Sept. 13 at Angel Stadium, offering gift cards and Los Angeles Angels tickets in exchange for the bikes.
The life of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was celebrated during Sunday's Ontario Tower Buzzers game, where thousands paid homage to the beloved raptor that died earlier this month. Half of the game's ticket proceeds were donated to the Friends of Big Bear Valley.
Two teens were arrested in connection with an allegedly unprovoked assault and theft at a San Bernardino apartment complex hot tub last week, according to police.
A 48-year-old man was arrested on Saturday after human remains were found during a homicide investigation, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
One person was killed and two others were rescued from inside a San Bernardino County home by U.S. Marines after an explosion on Friday night, according to firefighters.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested for murder after a 17-year-old was fatally shot at an Independence High School football game on Friday night, according to Bakersfield police.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
The fire apparently began Saturday and grew significantly throughout the day, fueled by strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
California lawmakers could pass a first-in-the-nation ban on social media accounts for children under 16 and add $1 million fines on the tech industry.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
In what has become a debate garnering national attention over whether standardized testing should continue to be administered in schools, California legislators are urging the state's public universities to reconsider their policies on SAT and ACT scores.
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.
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.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
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.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
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 life of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was celebrated during Sunday's Ontario Tower Buzzers game, where thousands paid homage to the beloved raptor that died earlier this month. Half of the game's ticket proceeds were donated to the Friends of Big Bear Valley.
Blake Snell threw six scoreless innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers won their sixth straight game by easing past the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0.
Ezequiel Durán and Elias Díaz hit solo homers, Cal Quantrill worked six scoreless innings and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Sunday.
Denis Bouanga scored late in the second half and Los Angeles FC escaped with a 1-1 draw after trailing the Portland Timbers for 75 minutes.
Tarik Skubal struck out 11 to earn his first win as a Dodger.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
El Niño is changing the migration pattern of great whites, and they are coming in closer to shore.
A wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family against the Los Angeles Unified School District states the district failed to provide safe facilities, proper equipment and adequate supervision.
Stan Taffel, Cinecon president, talks about the five-day celebration in Burbank that will feature screenings, celebrity guests and other special programs.
Chef Marcel Vigneron and Lauren Rae Levy, co-founders of the Malibu Food and Wine Festival, talk about their annual upcoming event.
Recent foodborne illnesses and outbreaks are causing people to change their eating habits. Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, an epidemiologist, discusses the increase in food recalls and how they are changing the way people shop for groceries.
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.
