Cal State professor, BLM leader dragged out of LA mayoral debate
Melina Abdullah is a professor at the same school where the debate was held.
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Black Lives Matter LA's Melina Abdullah Targeted With Another Swatting Call
Police officers rushed to the home of Melina Abdullah Thursday after someone pretending to be her son called 911, saying she had overdosed on pills.
Co-Founder Of Black Lives Matter LA Sues LAPD Over Their Response To Swatting Call At Her Home
According to the lawsuit, Abdullah claims she and her children were forced out of her home at gunpoint on Aug. 12, 2020, while emotions were still running high in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd at the hands of a police officer in Minneapolis.
Black Lives Matter Mural Vandalized Outside Laugh Factory In Hollywood
The 148-foot mural honoring those who have lost their lives to police brutality was unveiled in July of 2020.
2 LAPD Officers Face Disciplinary Hearings After Firing Less-Than-Lethal Projectiles At 2 Protesters Last Summer
Two LAPD Officers face disciplinary hearings after the Police Commission ruled they violated policy when using less-than-lethal projectiles on protestors last summer.
Black Lives Matter Demonstrators Gathered And Marched In The Fairfax District To Remember George Floyd And Continue Calling For Justice
A gathering of Black Lives Matter activists and supporters in the Fairfax District Sunday was held to continue the cries for social justice, for defunding police and for fighting against systemic racism.
Protesters March Down Hollywood Boulevard Saturday, Demanding Justice For The Police Killings Of Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo
Protestors marched down the center of Hollywood Boulevard Saturday night, blocking traffic.
Rally Held Outside LA Hall Of Justice To Recall District Attorney George Gascón
Dozens of survivors of crime rallied outside the Hall of Justice in downtown L.A. Saturday seeking to recall newly-elected District Attorney George Gascón due to his policies on sentencing violent offenders.
'Black Lives Matter' Nativity Scene Draws Attention At Claremont Unified Methodist Church
Their nativity scene depicted Black individuals and paid homage to the Black Lives Matter movement.
LA County DA-Elect George Gascon Meets With Black Lives Matter Leaders
"My intention as a district attorney is a very open office. We're going to involve the community in all of our work and this is the beginning of that process."
Black Lives Matter Group Raising Funds For Firearms Training
The Founder of BLM Sacramento put a message out on the group's Facebook page asking for sponsors to pay for 10 people to get firearm training
LA DA Jackie Lacey, Husband Sued For Home Confrontation With Black Lives Matter Demonstrators
Melina Abdullah, Dahlia Ferlito and Justin Marks alleged civil rights violations, assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligence.
Anti-Racism Protest Organizer Arrested On Attempted Murder After Driving Car Into Trump Counter-Protesters
Tatiana Turner is facing attempted murder charges after authorities say she drove through a crowd and struck two counterprotesters.
2 Hospitalized After Driver Speeds Through Crowd In Yorba Linda
At one point, counter-protesters crossed the six-lane highway and confronted the Black Lives Matter group, which is when things took a violent turn.
Dozens Participate In 'Dance For Black Lives' Protest In West Hollywood
Dozens of people participated in a "Dance for Black Lives" protest in West Hollywood on Saturday evening.
Groups Gather In South LA For Rally Supporting Dijon Kizzee After LASD Shooting Death
The 29-year-old was shot and killed on August 31 after authorities tried to stop him on his bicycle for an unspecified vehicle code violation.
Protests Continue 9 Days After LASD Shoots, Kills Dijon Kizzee In South LA
The 29-year-old was shot and killed on August 31 after LASD deputies attempted to stop him for a code violation while he was riding his bicycle.
Protesters March To LASD Station Following Shooting Death Of Dijon Kizzee
A protest was held on Saturday at the Los Angeles Sheriff Department's station to call for transparency and accountability in the shooting death of Dijon Kizzee.
Redondo Beach Man Arrested In Hate Crime Investigation Of Vandalized Black Lives Matter Sign
Randall Michael Walton, 48, was arrested Friday at his home in Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach police Sgt. Mark Valdivia said.
Rallies For Police Reform, Racial Equality Held Throughout LA Area
Demonstrations against police brutality and in solidarity with protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin were held throughout the Los Angeles area on Sunday night.
Leagues Offer Unprecedented Support As Athletes Unite To Fight Racial Injustice
Today, players from several leagues are united along with corporate sponsors who've made Black Lives Matter a part of the American lexicon.
'It's So Hateful': UTLA In Hot Water After Posting Photo Of Board Member Wearing 'Blue Lives Murder' Shirt
The photo was posted Wednesday, when UTLA encouraged its members to wear Black Lives Matter shirts to support a teacher who received death threats after wearing a shirt that said, "I Can't Breathe."
Jacob Blake Protesters Clash With Officers Outside LAPD Headquarters
At least three officers were injured and tear gas was deployed.
High School Teacher Receiving Death Threats After Wearing Black Lives Matter Shirt To Class
A Los Angeles high school teacher began getting death threats after wearing a Black Lives Matter shirt while teaching.
Section Of Hollywood Blvd. Closed All Week For Installation Of BLM Mural
A one-block section of Hollywood Boulevard is closed between Highland Avenue and Orange Drive through Sunday, Aug. 30.
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Burbank tightens water restrictions after usage jumps 22% in March, 17% in April
In Stage III, Burbank's swimming pools, wading pools, and spas must also be covered when not in use.
Supreme Court sides with football coach who lost his job for praying after games
"The Constitution and the best of our traditions counsel mutual respect and tolerance, not censorship and suppression," Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote.
House Jan. 6 committee to hold last-minute hearing Tuesday, June 28
The hearing will be held at 1 p.m. ET. There will be a single witness, who has not yet been publicly identified.
Watch: 2 puppies rescued after becoming trapped behind 100-pound tortoise in Yucca Valley
The 5-month-old puppies, Peo and Finn, got into the den — but couldn't get out when the 100-pound desert tortoise, Oscar, planted himself in the exit.
LAFD crews handle blaze at two-story residential duplex in Highland Park
At one point, the flames were said to be threatening a nearby structure.
More than a dozen people injured after bus, big rig collide in El Segundo
The circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately known.
OC DA: Enough fentanyl to kill 12 million people found in home, vehicle of Fullerton man
Alfonso Gomez-Santana was charged Friday with a felony count of sale or transport of a controlled substance and two felony counts of possession of sale with intent to sell.
Heat wave brings triple digit temperatures for second-straight day
The majority of Southern California was placed under heat advisories as temperatures up to 106 were expected in some regions.
Stars criticize Roe v. Wade decision at BET Awards
"It's about time we talk about the fact that guns have more rights than a woman. It's a sad day in America," said the show's host, Taraji P. Henson.
Additional rallies planned throughout Southland in protest of Roe v. Wade ruling
Demonstrators were called to walkout of work or school at 2 p.m. before rallying in front of the U.S. Courthouse in Downtown Los Angeles.
Takeovers hit streets of Compton overnight
Footage from the scene showed drivers performing doughnuts, spectators lighting fireworks and directing laser pointers at vehicles.
Pedestrian fatally struck by three hit-and-run drivers in Fullerton
The pedestrian was rushed to a nearby hospital where he was later pronounced dead. Authorities are still searching for a suspect.
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Burbank tightens water restrictions after usage jumps 22% in March, 17% in April
In Stage III, Burbank's swimming pools, wading pools, and spas must also be covered when not in use.
Supreme Court sides with football coach who lost his job for praying after games
"The Constitution and the best of our traditions counsel mutual respect and tolerance, not censorship and suppression," Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote.
House Jan. 6 committee to hold last-minute hearing Tuesday, June 28
The hearing will be held at 1 p.m. ET. There will be a single witness, who has not yet been publicly identified.
Watch: 2 puppies rescued after becoming trapped behind 100-pound tortoise in Yucca Valley
The 5-month-old puppies, Peo and Finn, got into the den — but couldn't get out when the 100-pound desert tortoise, Oscar, planted himself in the exit.
LAFD crews handle blaze at two-story residential duplex in Highland Park
At one point, the flames were said to be threatening a nearby structure.
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Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
LA Controller: LAHSA needs 'major reform' after workers caught dumping food meant for homeless
The CBS 2 investigation caught outreach workers trashing food for the homeless.
LAHSA to immediately review policies following CBS 2 Investigation
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said it will make every effort to distribute and donate food after a CBS 2 Investigation captured outreach workers trashing food meant for the unhoused.
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Burbank tightens water restrictions after usage jumps 22% in March, 17% in April
In Stage III, Burbank's swimming pools, wading pools, and spas must also be covered when not in use.
LAFD crews handle blaze at two-story residential duplex in Highland Park
At one point, the flames were said to be threatening a nearby structure.
More than a dozen people injured after bus, big rig collide in El Segundo
The circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately known.
Heat wave brings triple digit temperatures for second-straight day
The majority of Southern California was placed under heat advisories as temperatures up to 106 were expected in some regions.
Additional rallies planned throughout Southland in protest of Roe v. Wade ruling
Demonstrators were called to walkout of work or school at 2 p.m. before rallying in front of the U.S. Courthouse in Downtown Los Angeles.
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OC DA: Enough fentanyl to kill 12 million people found in home, vehicle of Fullerton man
Alfonso Gomez-Santana was charged Friday with a felony count of sale or transport of a controlled substance and two felony counts of possession of sale with intent to sell.
Homicide investigation underway after man stabbed to death in Mission Viejo; Woman arrested at scene
The stabbing occurred just after 6:20 p.m. Thursday evening at what was believed to be the man's residence. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died.
Musical tribute held in Garden Grove for veterans captured in Ukraine
The concert event was dedicated to U.S. veterans Andy Tai Huynh of Garden Grove and Alex Drueke, an Alabama native, both captured while fighting in Ukraine.
Long Beach to unveil new water playground amid lifeguard shortage
A new water playground will open at Alamitos Beach in Long Beach on Saturday morning. Despite a national shortage of lifeguards, the city says they are ready for the massive summer crowds.
Supreme Court strikes down New York gun law, similar laws in California now in question
The conservative majority expanded gun rights in New York, California and a handful of other states.
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Watch: 2 puppies rescued after becoming trapped behind 100-pound tortoise in Yucca Valley
The 5-month-old puppies, Peo and Finn, got into the den — but couldn't get out when the 100-pound desert tortoise, Oscar, planted himself in the exit.
Firefighters gain ground on 110-acre Union Fire in Riverside County
Crews in Riverside Sunday continued to battle a 110-acre wildfire dubbed the Union Fire that was 65 percent contained.
Supreme Court strikes down New York gun law, similar laws in California now in question
The conservative majority expanded gun rights in New York, California and a handful of other states.
Riverside County reports first presumptive case of Monkeypox
37 of the 140 reported cases in the United States have come from California, however the CDC has maintained that the threat to the general population is still low.
Suspect wanted for connection with sale of illegal firearms, pursuit fatally shot by Fontana police
The officers were investigating an operation into the sale of illegal assault weapons when the suspects rammed their vehicle and fled from the scene, prompting the officers to open fire and begin pursuit.
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Supreme Court sides with football coach who lost his job for praying after games
"The Constitution and the best of our traditions counsel mutual respect and tolerance, not censorship and suppression," Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote.
House Jan. 6 committee to hold last-minute hearing Tuesday, June 28
The hearing will be held at 1 p.m. ET. There will be a single witness, who has not yet been publicly identified.
Stars criticize Roe v. Wade decision at BET Awards
"It's about time we talk about the fact that guns have more rights than a woman. It's a sad day in America," said the show's host, Taraji P. Henson.
Congress passes bipartisan gun legislation, sending bill to Biden
The bill represents the most significant legislation addressing guns in nearly 30 years.
Biden signs gun control bill into law
The move marks the most considerable changes to U.S. gun laws in decades.
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Supreme Court sides with football coach who lost his job for praying after games
"The Constitution and the best of our traditions counsel mutual respect and tolerance, not censorship and suppression," Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote.
House Jan. 6 committee to hold last-minute hearing Tuesday, June 28
The hearing will be held at 1 p.m. ET. There will be a single witness, who has not yet been publicly identified.
Additional rallies planned throughout Southland in protest of Roe v. Wade ruling
Demonstrators were called to walkout of work or school at 2 p.m. before rallying in front of the U.S. Courthouse in Downtown Los Angeles.
CBS News poll: Americans react to overturning of Roe v. Wade
Conservatives say they're hopeful and happy.
Congress passes bipartisan gun legislation, sending bill to Biden
The bill represents the most significant legislation addressing guns in nearly 30 years.
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Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
"Ripping off California consumers": Assembly committee to investigate oil companies
Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon blasted oil companies like Shell and Chevron, which he says has reported $9.1 billion and $6.2 billion in profits in the first quarter of this year, respectively.
Mortgage relief program expands to help California homeowners with 2022 payments, past-due property taxes
The California Mortgage Relief Program is expanding its income eligibility and is being extended to help people who have missed payments in 2022 or could not pay their property taxes.
Garcetti signs ban on sale of flavored tobacco; Ordinance goes into effect on Jan. 1
The ordinance does not ban the possession or use of flavored tobacco for people over the age of 21, and also includes an exception for hookah lounges that meet certain conditions.
Los Angeles the worst metropolitan area for first-time homebuyers, Bankrate.com study confirms
The study released Monday confirmed that the City of Angels is hell for anyone looking to buy their first home for a number of reasons.
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Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
COVID-19 hospitalization rate slows, pushing back estimated return date of indoor mask mandate
The rate of patients with COVID-19 admitted to hospitals remained the same over the course of two weeks, ending a trend of constantly increasing hospitalization rates by week.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
Jif peanut butter recalls include candies sold in three states
Since J.M. Smucker recalled products linked to a salmonella outbreak, another 20 companies have followed suit.
Pediatric doses of COVID-19 vaccinations available throughout L.A. County starting Tuesday
Both the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations were approved for children between five-years-old and six-months-old by the CDC and FDA over the weekend.
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Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
"Ripping off California consumers": Assembly committee to investigate oil companies
Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon blasted oil companies like Shell and Chevron, which he says has reported $9.1 billion and $6.2 billion in profits in the first quarter of this year, respectively.
Dr. Laurie Leshin becomes the first woman to lead NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Laurie Leshin, who is also vice president of Caltech, is known for her distinguished career as a geochemist and space scientist.
Mortgage relief program expands to help California homeowners with 2022 payments, past-due property taxes
The California Mortgage Relief Program is expanding its income eligibility and is being extended to help people who have missed payments in 2022 or could not pay their property taxes.
Garcetti signs ban on sale of flavored tobacco; Ordinance goes into effect on Jan. 1
The ordinance does not ban the possession or use of flavored tobacco for people over the age of 21, and also includes an exception for hookah lounges that meet certain conditions.
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Taylor drives in go-ahead run, Dodgers top Braves 5-3 in 11
Freeman capped his emotion-packed return to Atlanta on a high note. With Turner opening the 10th on second base, Freeman's double off Will Smith drove in the go-ahead run. It was the second hit of the game for Freeman, who also had two strikeouts.
M's, Angels get in big brawl after inside pitches, 8 ejected
Both managers and six players were ejected after the brouhaha, which stopped and started twice before Angels closer Raisel Iglesias came back out to the empty field to throw a tub of sunflower seeds and another bucket of gum onto the infield.
Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's 2-0 victory over Red Bulls
MLS-leading LAFC improved to 10-3-3 with its fourth shutout of the season. New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
Dodgers confirm top set-up reliever Hudson lost for season
Hudson's recovery is expected to take six to nine months, taking away the team's top setup reliever. Hudson, 35, has five saves and a 2.22 ERA.
Ozuna's 2-run homer in 8th powers Braves past Dodgers 5-3
Dodgers designated hitter Will Smith tied the game at 3 with a homer to left field off A.J. Minter (4-1) to open the eighth.
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Stars criticize Roe v. Wade decision at BET Awards
"It's about time we talk about the fact that guns have more rights than a woman. It's a sad day in America," said the show's host, Taraji P. Henson.
Actress Jodie Sweetin shoved by LAPD officer during abortion rights protest
Sweeting was pushed to ground during an abortion rights protest in Downtown LA on Saturday on the eastbound side of the 101 Freeway.
2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Stars use BET Awards stage to criticize Roe v. Wade ruling
Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monae and Jazmine Sullivan were some of the big stars using the BET Awards stage to strongly criticize the Supreme Court's recent decision to strip away women's constitutional protection for abortion.
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
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Demonstrators plan series of protests across United States in wake of Roe v. Wade overturn
Kara Finnstrom reports from Downtown Los Angeles, where a fourth day of protests were planned in response to the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Demonstrators in L.A. joined the thousands of Americans marching over the weekend.
More than a dozen injured after bus crashes into big rig in El Segundo
Four people were in critical condition, including the driver, and more than 10 others sustained injury after their commuter bus overturned following a collision with a parked big rig near LAX Monday morning.
Firefighters warn against use of fireworks as 4th of July approaches in midst of heat wave
Tina Patel reports from a press conference held in order to alert the public of the true dangers presented by using illegal fireworks as the Fourth of July approaches, thanks to a looming heat wave and the record-breaking drought.
2 puppies rescued from underground tortoise den in Yucca Valley
The puppies got into the den, but were unable to get out because a 100-pound tortoise was blocking their exit. Amy Johnson and Marci Gonzalez report.
Abortion rights rallies expected to continue Monday
Kara Finnstrom reports on the continuing protests happening throughout the Southland as demonstrators rally against the recent SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
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2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
