Redondo Beach mother hoping to pay for her son's tuition swindled out of $10,000
The scammer switched out the envelope filled with $10,750 with a similar one filled with only $100.
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The scammer switched out the envelope filled with $10,750 with a similar one filled with only $100.
Family of the two victims, angry at LAPD's initial denials that the incident happened amid a pursuit, have been pressuring the department to release the video.
Deputies arrested Long Beach resident Dangelo Thomas for his connection in the armed robbery that took place in the 99 Ranch parking lot on July 9, when he and an accomplice pistol-whipped a man, pushed his wife to the ground and stole his Rolex.
Solar panels, individual cooling units and insulated walls are just some measures residents have taken to cut the cost of running their air conditioning as a record-breaking heat wave settles over Southern California.
In 2021, there were 332 batteries, 75 aggravated assaults and 12 arsons on LAUSD campuses. Ross Palombo shows how staffing shortages are affecting safety at Los Angeles schools.
The fire erupted near Mile Marker 21 along San Gabriel Canyon Road near the San Gabriel Dam.
Samuel Son was last seen at 4 p.m. Tuesday in the 16100 block of Crystal Creek Lane, near Alondra and Norwalk boulevards.
By late morning Wednesday, temperatures had already reached the triple- digits in Van Nuys, Chatsworth, Woodland Hills and Acton.
The California Independent System Operator has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, for Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., due to high temperatures pushing up energy demand and tightening available power supplies.
One of the pedestrians declined medical care. A second pedestrian and the driver of the van, both men, were taken to a hospital in fair condition.
The motion to appoint caretaker Heather Hutt as a council member had required 10 votes for a public hearing to go forward Tuesday, so the matter was delayed for committee discussion.
Deputies had responded to the neighborhood to check out reports of a man with a knife.
Temperatures could reach 115 degrees in some parts of Los Angeles, and city officials are warning people to take precautions to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
The crash happened at about 4:44 a.m.in the eastbound lanes of the 60 Freeway, just east of Phillips Ranch Road. No injuries were immediately reported.
The crash happened just before 11 p.m. Tuesday on San Fernando Road and Brand Boulevard, just after a BMW was seen speeding through red lights in the area.
Veterinarians said the coyote spotted roaming a Studio City neighborhood for the past year developed a severe infection after someone shot it.
Firefighters said that a "welding-related explosion" happened in the 14000 block of Van Nuys Boulevard, leaving four people with injuries.
An off-duty deputy helped his colleagues recover nearly $50,000 in stolen train cargo after the suspects drove by him on the freeway.
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.
The Transportation Security Administration has launched a new program at 13 airports, allowing eligible TSA PreCheck members without plane tickets to pass through security and enter the gates.
Veterinarians said the coyote spotted roaming a Studio City neighborhood for the past year developed a severe infection after someone shot it.
Firefighters said that a "welding-related explosion" happened in the 14000 block of Van Nuys Boulevard, leaving four people with injuries.
An off-duty deputy helped his colleagues recover nearly $50,000 in stolen train cargo after the suspects drove by him on the freeway.
Aerial footage of the driveways showed beachfront homes along Sea Level Drive being affected by the damage.
The Long Beach Fire Department issued evacuation orders for about 20 coastal homes after powerful waves compromised the seawall.
The powerful waves from Hurricane Marie continued to push water and sand into Southern California's beach communities.
Deputies from Los Angeles and Orange counties seized roughly 2,400 stolen catalytic converters and arrested five people in a joint bust on Thursday.
Every weekend, Bree Juan and her 15-year-old son, Skylar, make the drive from Orange County to Koreatown to set up their food stand at the corner of Third Street and Vermont.
The fire was reported just after 2 p.m. near the Ortega Highway, which connects Orange County to Riverside County.
The Orange County coastline is facing significant erosion with the looming El Niño winter, and already some parts of the shoreline are being impacted by the powerful surf.
An off-duty deputy helped his colleagues recover nearly $50,000 in stolen train cargo after the suspects drove by him on the freeway.
A 71-year-old woman was nearly beaten to death with a metal baseball bat after she helped a stranger who claimed he had just been robbed.
A Lake Elsinore man jumped in between In-N-Out workers and an irate customer swinging around a stick in the restaurant.
A Riverside County man was arrested for allegedly riding a motorcycle into a crowd of people in Riverside on Wednesday morning, injuring two people.
A Chino man with an elaborate home garden that has drawn scrutiny from neighbors and city leaders, resulting in fines, says that he is being subjected to more penalties despite adhering to city guidelines.
The Transportation Security Administration has launched a new program at 13 airports, allowing eligible TSA PreCheck members without plane tickets to pass through security and enter the gates.
The California Board of Parole granted Erik and Lyle Menendez an early parole suitability hearing, which is tentatively scheduled for March 2027.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
The Transportation Security Administration has launched a new program at 13 airports, allowing eligible TSA PreCheck members without plane tickets to pass through security and enter the gates.
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, deepening the trade war between the two countries.
California's largest state workers' union is preparing for a possible strike as contract negotiations with the Newsom administration remain unresolved.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
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.
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.
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.
Aaron Donald won't play Week 1, delaying his return to the field after ending his retirement last month.
Teoscar Hernández hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 6-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Adley Rutschman hit a three-run homer off the Pesky Pole, Brayan Bello pitched five scoreless innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 on Monday.
Mookie Betts hit a three-run home run in the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to four games with a 7-5 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday night.
Paul Skenes pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings for his first win since July 19 to lead the Pirates over the Angels 1-0.
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.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
An unknown chemical emission created an orange-yellow plume in Southern California and prompted evacuations on Tuesday, according to the La Habra Police Department. Joy Benedict reports.
Firefighters said that a "welding-related explosion" happened in the 14000 block of Van Nuys Boulevard, leaving four people with injuries.
CBS LA Cares, in partnership with the Los Angeles Rams, honors Lavelle "Yang" Grant of Watts for being a friend to many at the Watts Empowerment Center.
The season finale of HGTV's hit show "Love it or List it" airs tonight. Page Turner joins CBS LA to discuss.
To raise awareness for aortic health, the family of the late actor John Ritter and former castmates are coming together for a special live panel at The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health’s annual Evening from the Heart LA gala. Ritter's sons, Jason and Tyler, joined CBS LA to talk about the event.
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.
