Hollywood production house closes, citing entertainment industry struggles
Shadowcast Pictures closed its doors after the pandemic, Hollywood strikes, an ongoing production drought and the rise of AI pushed it ot the edge.
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Shadowcast Pictures closed its doors after the pandemic, Hollywood strikes, an ongoing production drought and the rise of AI pushed it ot the edge.
Police say that the crash happened on May 24 at around 11 p.m., when a pedestrian was crossing East 2nd Street and was struck by a dark-colored SUV.
An alleged arsonist has been arrested in connection with a "series of suspicious fires" in Culver City over the last few weeks, according to police.
Los Angeles County public health staff said the traveler arrived at Hollywood Burbank Airport on June 17 aboard a Southwest Airlines flight from Phoenix.
The Los Angeles Unified School District has appointed Andrés E. Chait as its new superintendent after Alberto Carvalho's resignation on Sunday.
A National Weather Service heat advisory will remain in effect until 9 p.m. Thursday for communities in the San Gabriel Valley, San Fernando Valley and Santa Clarita Valley.
The Space Shuttle Endeavour will be housed in the newly built Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery.
The LAFD said smoke conditions have improved significantly in the area.
This is the second lawsuit Kristin Crowley has filed in connection with the Palisades Fire that erupted on Jan. 7, 2025.
Covina residents packed into their City Hall to speak out against a proposed 3-acre battery storage facility that would be located close to homes.
A Highland Park small business owner faces eviction after a real estate investment company bought her building last month.
The Los Angeles Unified Board of Education has approved a districtwide limitation on screen time for students, which includes a complete ban in classrooms before second grade.
Aracely Duarte Perez is a US citizen and recently came to Imperial Beach, where San Diego meets Playas de Tijuana, for a brief, emotional moment with her father.
The Long Beach Coast on Tuesday announced its first-ever MLB player acquisition in team history after pitcher Julien Hernandez had his contract acquired by the Arizona Diamondbacks this week.
Maribel Mechaca says her son was going through a mental health episode on June 14, when a 911 call was made to the Santa Ana Police Department.
The crash happened near the spot of a deadly Metro bus crash in Chatsworth.
Firefighters said that there were "numerous injured patients" after an SUV crashed into the side of a Metro bus in Chatsworth.
Police say that the 18-year-old student was taken to the hospital after attending a fraternity function on Saturday.
George Marciniw grew up in Southern California, had been a pilot for decades and was said to have had a heart of gold. Eliana Moreno was born in Orange County, graduated from Chapman University in 2010, and realized her dream of working in news.
LA County deputies are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person who killed a community activist on July 4.
George Marciniw grew up in Southern California, had been a pilot for decades and was said to have had a heart of gold. Eliana Moreno was born in Orange County, graduated from Chapman University in 2010, and realized her dream of working in news.
LA County deputies are offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person who killed a community activist on July 4.
A Southern California wildlife rescue is pushing for new regulations, dubbed "Wendy's Law," to allow qualified organizations to capture injured or diseased wildlife.
Universal Studios officially opened its new Fast & Furious ride, the theme park's first outdoor roller coaster.
In the Los Angeles Fashion District, the majority of the workforce is made up of immigrants. According to the Garment Worker Center, 87% of the local workforce is from either Guatemala or Mexico.
Orange County vector control officials are sounding the alarm on what they say is an unprecedented mosquito season.
Police say that the 18-year-old student was taken to the hospital after attending a fraternity function on Saturday.
With a powerful El Niño already predicted to batter Southern California over the winter, forecasters are also cautioning residents to be wary of another phenomenon that may come along with it.
As of Monday, 10 homes in the private Capistrano Bay District have been red-tagged, and seven more have been yellow-tagged.
The fire was reported at around 2:30 p.m. in the 2400 block of Las Palomas Drive in the La Habra Heights area.
Melody Valdez, 21 of Temecula, was arrested on suspicion of homicide, among other charges.
The crash happened just before 7 a.m. on Sunday near the intersection of Whitewood Road and Meadowlark Lane, Murrieta police said.
The deputy was struck by a hit-and-run driver near the intersection of Winchester Road and Murrieta Hot Springs Road a little before 9 a.m. on Wednesday morning.
A Wildomar man was arrested on Friday after a suspicious death investigation by Riverside County homicide investigators dating back to July 2025.
Each flag carries a card with a name, an age and the location where the victim of 9/11 died.
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing new mail voting rules ahead of the midterm elections.
Earlier Tuesday, a federal judge again blocked the board from adding President Trump's name to the facade of the building.
Qualifying collector cars will gradually become exempt from smog checks beginning Jan. 1, 2028.
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked the Postal Service from enforcing new mail voting rules ahead of the midterm elections.
Earlier Tuesday, a federal judge again blocked the board from adding President Trump's name to the facade of the building.
China warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" after the U.S. confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.
FBI Director Kash Patel was grilled for nearly five hours by both Democrats and Republicans about a string of recent negative headlines about the FBI.
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.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
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.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Pest control company Terminix has agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by 29 California counties alleging the company unlawfully disposed of pesticides and violated customer privacy laws.
As Californians prepare to celebrate Labor Day and the contributions of American workers, labor unions are raising alarms about what they see as a growing threat to the future of human work.
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.
Ryan Johnson pitched six strong innings, Josh Lowe hit a tiebreaking home run and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed one hit through seven innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 Tuesday night.
Former Southern California basketball player Chad Baker-Mazara is suing the university and coach Eric Musselman after being dismissed from the team in March.
The Los Angeles Chargers have placed wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve.
Reid Detmers struck out eight over six innings, and Jose Siri and Denzer Guzman each drove in two runs to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the fading Seattle Mariners 6-4.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
A 21-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly killing a teenager in a hit-and-run crash during a police pursuit in Menifee. Zach Boetto reports.
Luzdelia Caballero reports from Chatsworth, where the investigation into a deadly Metro bus crash continued on Wednesday. Police say that the driver was driving on the wrong side of the road and ran a red light before slamming into the side of the bus, killing two and injuring six.
How a performer is bringing attention to the Hispanic American community in the garment industry, through a song.
CBS LA's Pat Harvey sits down with Carrie Ann Inaba for a candid conversation about her 21 years as a judge on “Dancing with the Stars,” the challenges of being in the spotlight, and the importance of staying true to yourself. Carrie Ann also opens up about her personal health journey with Sjögren’s disease, the long road to diagnosis, learning to manage a chronic illness, and why she’s now using her voice to help others feel less alone. Plus, she reflects on her time on “The Talk,” what dance has taught her about life, and what she hopes to pursue next.
The 2026 SMX World Championship Series takes place Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park.
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.
