Woman attacks LA County firefighter before crashing into cop car
Cell phone video captures the moments before an Inglewood woman attacked an LA County firefighter and crashed her car into a cop car in Gardena.
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Cell phone video captures the moments before an Inglewood woman attacked an LA County firefighter and crashed her car into a cop car in Gardena.
The Los Angeles firefighters had to cut open the car after the crash trapped one of the passengers inside.
A possible armed suspect led the Los Angeles Police Department on a pursuit Wednesday night.
Security cameras captured the moments an armed robber held a skate shop store owner at gunpoint while his two accomplices stole anything they could grab Tuesday afternoon.
A man was found guilty on Wednesday of first-degree murder after he killed a 16-year-old girl from Morena Valley because she got him expelled from school. He then hid her body somewhere in the San Bernardino Mountains.
City staff said they had been tackling management of the shallower slide areas individually, but that strategy will have to change.
More than 50 kittens and cats were discovered in an Irvine home where a woman was allegedly breeding and selling them for up to $1,000, the Irvine Police Department said Wednesday.
Family spokesperson Tom Estey confirmed Wednesday that Simmons' brother Lenny got a call from the LA Coroner's Office saying that Richard's death was accidental due to complications from recent falls and heart disease was a contributing factor.
LAX's Automated People Mover, the long-awaited train system expected to finally alleviate the airport of car traffic, has met a major milestone in its more than five years of construction.
Detectives arrested Oleg Bocharov, 50, of Van Nuys for felony hit and run causing death.
Police say Marquette Scott, 32, of Victorville, was seated inside his parked car when an unknown suspect approached and shot him.
Toxic levels of lead, which cause cause serious health problems such as neurological and reproductive issues, were found in the drinking water of Watts in South Los Angeles, according to a new study.
Two men were shot and killed at a smoke shop near the Westmont neighborhood of South Los Angeles Tuesday night.
Firefighters rescued two people from a burning home in North Hollywood early Wednesday morning, a fire that killed three cats and left a dog unresponsive before first responders managed to resuscitate the pet.
A stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu shut down Wednesday morning after a man allegedly assaulted a deputy during a traffic stop, leading to a standoff that lasted more than five hours.
A Santa Monica police officer shoots suspect who allegedly charged officers with a knife in popular Ocean Avenue park.
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.
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 heat advisory went into effect at 10 a.m. Saturday and will remain until Monday evening for parts of Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
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.
The suspect crashed into a wall near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and San Pedro Street.
A Santa Monica police officer shoots suspect who allegedly charged officers with a knife in popular Ocean Avenue park.
A heat advisory went into effect at 10 a.m. Saturday and will remain until Monday evening for parts of Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
After receiving a thymus implant almost a year ago, little Syanne Landron is back in the hospital after her body's immune system didn't develop as much as doctors hoped.
Los Angeles County veterans were outraged after thieves stole a bronze statue from a memorial in Paramount.
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.
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.
One teenager was killed and another was wounded during a shooting in Moreno Valley earlier this week, resulting in the arrest of a 52-year-old suspect.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
Tommy Edman singled in the winning run with two strikes, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 in 10 innings.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
Federal officials announced sharp water cuts for the next two years on Friday for three Western states that rely on the imperiled Colorado River.
Cash drop social media accounts have people racing to find money hidden across the country. Here's what's behind the viral videos.
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.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
California voters will decide in November whether to approve a proposed $11 billion bond aimed at addressing the state's affordable housing and homelessness crises.
Los Angeles City Council members on Tuesday approved a resolution to remove 12 anti-camping zones around Hollywood, ending a years-long ban that prevented people from sitting, sleeping or camping in certain areas.
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.
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.
Daniel Ríos scored his first goal in MLS and Prince Owusu also scored a goal for CF Montreal in a 2-2 tie with the LA Galaxy.
Rookie Ryan Johnson carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning for second time this season and three Los Angeles Angels pitchers combined for a one-hitter in a 3-0 win over the Texas Rangers.
The Los Angeles Rams cruised to a 34-0 preseason victory over the New Orleans Saints.
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.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Actress and influencer Hannah Stocking partnered with McCormick and Prince Street Pizza to bring in a new dessert pizza, the Black Currant Big Apple Pie. She joined CBS LA live in studio to show it off.
Precision4Me, an AI-powered tool used at Providence's Orange County hospitals, is helping to improve early cancer screenings. Sandra M. Brown, MS, LCGC Senior Manager, Clinical Genetics & Genomics, and Dillon van den Berg, MS, CGC Senior Genetic Counselor, join CBS LA to explain.
Vacant hospital takes on new meaning thanks to 70 artists, four floors, 80 rooms and eight emotions. The math checks out on this unforgettable experience in central Los Angeles.
It's the dog days of summer in Southern California as a scorching week is ahead. Chloe Carlson reports.
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.
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.
