Judge Orders OC Sheriff To Reduce Jail Population By 50% Due To Pandemic
The Orange County Superior Court Friday ordered Sheriff Don Barnes to reduce jail populations by 50% in an effort to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
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Mayor, LAPD Chief Defend Policy Withholding Officer Body Camera Footage
The city's policy restricting the release of video from police officer body cameras is needed to preserve evidence needed to ensure criminal convictions and prevent sometimes-embarrassing footage from being publicly aired, city and police officials said.
Appeals Court Says Police Can Withhold License Plate Scans
Police don't have to disclose license plate records that advocacy groups sought to gauge how high-tech surveillance was being used, a California appeals court ruled Wednesday.
ACLU Releases Smartphone App To Record Encounters With Police
A new smartphone app allows Californians who record encounters with police to automatically submit the video to their local chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union.
ACLU Sues 2 Police Agencies Over Phone-Tracking Tech Records
The American Civil Liberties Union of California filed lawsuits Tuesday against the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department and the Anaheim Police Department alleging they violated state law by not providing documents on their use of technology that may be used to intercept phone calls or text messages.
Some Mexicans To Be Given Another Chance To Stay In U.S.
Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of Mexicans who were expelled from the country by immigration officials in Southern California will be allowed to return for a chance to make their case to stay in the United States, the American Civil Liberties Union said.
ACLU Sues For Records On Border Patrol's 'Roving' Agents
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the Border Patrol's parent agency Tuesday for records on its activities away from the nation's border with Mexico.
Civil-Rights Groups Insist Police Are Becoming Too Militarized
The news has been punctuated by images of police aiming rifles at marchers in Ferguson, Missouri, setting off a national debate about the use of force among officers. Dave Bryan examines local law enforcement, which has quite a collection of military-style weapons.
Judge Rules Some California Convicts Can Vote
A judge ruled Wednesday that Secretary of State Debra Bowen erred by deciding that tens of thousands of criminals who are serving sentences under community supervision are ineligible to vote.
ACLU Files Suit On Timeliness Of Immigrant Asylum Interview
Immigration advocates are filing suit against the federal government, saying immigration officials are violating their own rules by failing to provide a speedy hearing to some immigrants who face deportation.
Calif. To Send Voter Forms To Insurance Enrollees
The state of California has agreed to mail voter registration cards to nearly 4 million people who have signed up for insurance through its health care exchange after a threat of a lawsuit, the American Civil Liberties Union said Monday.
Secretary Of State Sued Over Criminals' Voting
The American Civil Liberties Union, League of Women Voters, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and other groups filed the lawsuit in Alameda County Superior Court on behalf of nearly 60,000 convicts .
LA County Supervisor Files Motion To Add Cross To County Seal
The move comes almost 10 years after its redesign in 2004, when the cross and other images were removed under the threat of legal action by the ACLU.
Judge Orders War Memorial Cross To Be Removed From Federal Property
A judge on Thursday ordered that a war memorial cross atop a San Diego mountain be removed from federal property in 90 days but said the ruling would be put on hold if it is appealed.
State Board Votes To Allow Prostitutes To Be Paid Victim Compensation
California officials are considering whether to change a decades-old anti-crime regulation and allow prostitutes to receive money from a victim compensation fund if they're raped or beaten.
Court To Consider California's DNA Collection Law
A federal appeals court appeared ready last year to strike down as an unconstitutional invasion of privacy a controversial California law.
Larry Flynt Fights To Save White Supremacist Who Shot, Paralyzed Him
Hustler publisher and President Larry Flynt, who has been confined to a wheelchair since being injured in a 1978 shooting in Georgia, is fighting to save the white supremacist who shot him from being executed.
Gov. Brown Signs Anti-Revenge Porn Bill
California Gov. Jerry Brown on Tuesday signed a bill outlawing so-called revenge porn and levying possible jail time for people who post naked photos of their exes after bitter breakups.
San Bernardino Co. Officials Under Fire For Removing Paintings Showcasing Nudity From Government Center
San Bernardino County officials have been accused of violating artists' First Amendment rights after three paintings were removed from the Government Center.
Anti-Terror Program Tracks Innocents, ACLU Says
The ACLU and several other groups released 1,800 "suspicious activity reports" Thursday, saying they show the inner-workings of a domestic surveillance program that is sweeping up innocent Americans.
Lawsuit Challenges US Deportation Procedures
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the U.S. government Tuesday over the way Mexicans accused of living in the country illegally agree to be sent home, claiming the so-called voluntary departures are actually coerced.
Report: Abusive Culture In LA Jail System
A scalding report Friday depicted a rogue culture inside the nation's largest county jail system in which deputies abused and humiliated inmates while top management failed to recognize problems or weed out bad officers.
Anaheim 'Citizen's Committee' To Study City's Election Process
A new citizen's committee will study Anaheim's election process due to complaints about a lack of Latino representation on the city council, officials announced Friday.
Police Commission To Consider Car Impound Policy
The Los Angeles Police Commission Tuesday will consider a proposal to amend the Police Department's policy of impounding the cars of unlicensed drivers, a plan that has drawn heated rhetoric from both sides of the issue due to its connection with illegal immigration.
ACLU Accuses LA County Sheriff's Brass Of Ignoring History Of Deputy Violence Against Inmates
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a federal class-action lawsuit Wednesday, accusing Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca and his top commanders of ignoring a widespread and historical culture of violence by deputies against inmates.
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Pursuit suspect crashes, barricades in car in Irwindale
A suspect in a pursuit with officers crashed in Irwindale Monday. The suspect reached speeds up to 100 mph during the pursuit.
Pedestrian hit and killed in Mid-City
The California Highway Patrol was investigating after a person was hit by a car and killed in Mid-City.
Average LA County gas price up again for 21 days straight
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Monday for the 19th time in 21 days, increasing 1.5 cents to $6.116.
David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
Small plane crashes on San Pedro soccer field
A small plane has crashed into a soccer field in San Pedro with two people on board. Both have been transported to the hospital.
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Pursuit suspect crashes, barricades in car in Irwindale
A suspect in a pursuit with officers crashed in Irwindale Monday. The suspect reached speeds up to 100 mph during the pursuit.
Pedestrian hit and killed in Mid-City
The California Highway Patrol was investigating after a person was hit by a car and killed in Mid-City.
Average LA County gas price up again for 21 days straight
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Monday for the 19th time in 21 days, increasing 1.5 cents to $6.116.
David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
Small plane crashes on San Pedro soccer field
A small plane has crashed into a soccer field in San Pedro with two people on board. Both have been transported to the hospital.
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Pedestrian hit and killed in Mid-City
The California Highway Patrol was investigating after a person was hit by a car and killed in Mid-City.
Average LA County gas price up again for 21 days straight
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Monday for the 19th time in 21 days, increasing 1.5 cents to $6.116.
Average Los Angeles County gas price rises for 19th time
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose for the 19th time in 21 days on Monday, increasing to $6.116.
How 'Rare Beauty' is committed to supporting mental health
In this week's Java with Jamie, Elyse Cohen, VP of Social Impact and Inclusion, shows us how the company is committed to mental health support and awareness for all.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative agreement after a nearly 150-day WGA strike
Hollywood writers and studios have finally agreed to a new contract after a nearly 150-day strike brought the entertainment industry to a grinding halt.
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Nic Kerdiles, former Anaheim Duck, killed in motorcycle crash in Tennessee
Nic Kerdiles, a former Anaheim Ducks forward, has died at 29 after he was involved in a motorcycle crash in Nashville, Tennessee.
"RHOC" star Shannon Beador arrested for DUI hit-and-run
Beador was arrested for DUI hit-and-run after crashing into a house in Newport Beach on Saturday.
Suspect arrested for $74k jewelry theft from Kohl's in Seal Beach
Brandon Libardo Bustos-Bermudez, was arrested while committing a separate burglary at a different Kohl's, located in Chino Hills, on Friday. He was found to be connected to the $74k gold jewelry theft that happened in Seal Beach on Aug. 31.
28-year-old man killed in head-on crash in Fullerton
According to police, the crash was caused when a speeding driver swerved into oncoming traffic to avoid rear-ending another car.
Nearly $250k worth of luxury watches stolen in smash-and-grab robbery at jeweler in Newport Beach
Police are searching for a group of robbers who targeted a jewelry shop in Newport Beach last week, taking off with a quarter million dollars worth of luxury watches.
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Public outrage after video shows teen slammed to ground by deputy in San Bernardino County
The video shows a deputy run up behind the girl before slamming her to the ground outside of a high school football game in Victorville.
Three men charged for kidnapping, ransoming Inland Empire teen
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
Arrest made after Hemet mother of three stabbed to death
Shawna Weems, 28, was stabbed to death after she reportedly asked two people doing drugs outside of her home to move on Monday.
Woman arrested after Border Patrol agents find 5 pounds of heroin hidden inside diaper bag
The arrest was made while the woman had her 5-year-old daughter in the car on Tuesday.
Deputy suffers minor injuries following Hesperia burglary
San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies responded around 7 p.m. Wednesday to a burglary in progress in the 13200 block of Sunland Street.
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KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
A KCAL News investigation, which revealed dangerous and toxic conditions at several Metro stations across Los Angeles County, where potentially deadly traces of drugs were found left behind, has prompted the Metro board to pass a mandate requiring cleaning and disinfecting to promote the safety of travelers. David Goldstein reports.
KCAL Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
KCAL News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
KCAL News Investigates: LA Mayor Karen Bass proposes changes to Metro stations to make them safer
Following a KCAL News investigation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed new changes to make Metro train stations safer.
KCAL News Investigates: Dangerous toxic conditions in some of LA's Metro stations
KCAL News investigative reporter David Goldstein goes over the environmental report outlining the potentially deadly traces of drugs left behind by homeless residents who had camped out in train stations.
KCAL News Investigates: 14-year-old girl attacked in front of LAUSD teacher
Critical questions involving former school police, an attorney and a now-enraged family. Those are questions surrounding a shocking beating case that are being brought before the entire Los Angeles Unified School District.
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End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Taylor Swift roots for Travis Kelce at Kansas City Chiefs game
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce later walked out of Arrowhead Stadium together, further fueling to the speculation that they are dating.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed several bills aimed at bolstering the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people.
Powerball jackpot rises to estimated $835 million
The jackpot for the next Powerball drawing is an estimated $835 million. It's still set to be the fourth largest prize in the game's history.
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Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed several bills aimed at bolstering the state's protections for LGBTQ+ people.
Mayor Bass honored with award from Congressional Black Caucus during trip to Washington, D.C.
Bass was presented with an award from the Congressional Black Caucus.
Bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks vetoed by Gov. Newsom
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
Biden says he'll "join the picket line" alongside UAW members in Detroit
The president says he will take the major step of standing alongside United Auto Workers as they strike in Detroit.
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On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
A new online bank is catering to seniors and advertising an advance on monthly Social Security payments, without any extra fees or charges. Kristine Lazar takes a look.
On Your Side: Biden Administration targets 'junk fees'
The Biden Administration wants to trash so-called "junk fees," and has spent the past year slowly chipping away at them. But will the president's efforts really help consumers? On Your Side's Kristine Lazar takes a look.
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Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Bill would make over-the-counter Narcan affordable through health insurance
Amid renewed concerns over the opioid crisis, legislation that would require insurance companies to cover the cost of the over-the-counter form of overdose-reversal drug Narcan is a step away from being signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.
Highly mutated COVID variant BA.2.86 now spotted in 10 states
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
Looking for the new COVID booster? Here's where to get the shot.
Reformulated vaccine is already available at some pharmacies and will be more widely accessible starting next week.
Proposed $35 price cap on insulin heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk
A proposal by a Bay Area lawmaker that would cap the cost of insulin to $35 is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk after being unanimously approved by state legislators.
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Bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks vetoed by Gov. Newsom
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
An end in sight? Striking writers and Hollywood studios spend second full day in negotiations
Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters have spent a second full day in talks that could potentially put an end to the nearly five-month dispute that has brought many film and television productions to a halt.
Wildfire-prone California to consider new rules for property insurance pricing
A new plan from California's insurance commissioner aims to keep the nation' stop insurers from leaving the wildfire-prone state.
WGA-AMPTP negotiations expected to resume this week
Negotiations are expected to resume in Hollywood this week after months of failed talks between studios and writers.
Starbucks explores replacing its iconic cup with sustainable alternatives
In the name of the environment and sustainability, the Starbucks disposable cup may be on its way to extinction.
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Taylor Swift roots for Travis Kelce at Kansas City Chiefs game
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce later walked out of Arrowhead Stadium together, further fueling to the speculation that they are dating.
Taylor's RBI single in 10th lifts Dodgers to 3-2 win over Giants
Chris Taylor's line-drive single to center field in the 10th inning lifted the Los Angeles Dodgers past the San Francisco Giants 3-2.
Miami Dolphins pay homage to slain LASD deputy
Prior to Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos, the Miami Dolphins hung a jersey bearing Ryan Clinkunbroomer's name after the LASD deputy was killed on the job last weekend.
Jeffers, Kepler, Polanco homer to lead Twins to 9-3 win over Angels
Ryan Jeffers homered, tripled and drove in three runs to back a strong outing by Joe Ryan as the Minnesota Twins pulled away late for a 9-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone
Justin Herbert passed for 405 yards and three touchdowns for Los Angeles and the Chargers kept Kirk Cousins and Minnesota out of the end zone twice in the last 3 minutes to preserve a wild 28-24 victory over the winless Vikings.
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David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative agreement after a nearly 150-day WGA strike
Hollywood writers and studios have finally agreed to a new contract after a nearly 150-day strike brought the entertainment industry to a grinding halt.
Talks continue Sunday as WGA, Hollywood studios reportedly near end to months-long strike
Contract talks between the striking Writers Guild of America and studio representatives are set to continue Sunday as negotiations near what industry observers say is the "final phase" toward potentially ending a monthslong strike that has crippled the entertainment industry, according to multiple media reports.
Usher to headline Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Usher will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas on Feb. 11, 2024.
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The Malibu Triathlon is still in limbo
The annual event is at risk of being postponed or cancelled.
Pursuit suspect crashes, barricades in car in Irwindale
A suspect in a pursuit with officers crashed in Irwindale Monday.
Pursuit suspect crashes, barricades in car in Irwindale
A suspect in a pursuit with officers crashed in Irwindale Monday.
Small plane crashes on San Pedro soccer field
"I looked up and it was about a 30-degree angle coming down," said J.R. Romero, who witnessed the crash. "I just saw a big plane."
Pedestrian hit and killed in Mid-City
It happened around 9:31 p.m. Monday on the westbound 10-Freeway at the Crenshaw on-ramp.
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Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary, which started the weekend as a Category 4 hurricane, has quickly moved up the coast of Southern California, bringing heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to the area. Here's a look at some photos from the notable weather event.
Wallex US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
Thousands descended on Huntington Beach to watch their favorite surfers compete in the Wallex US Of Surfing, July 29 - Aug 6. Check out some photos from the first couple of days of the competition
JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
The 95th Academy Awards
Check out this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the 2023 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre.
