Altadena residents defend homes from looters amid harsh conditions in Eaton Fire zone
Containment is growing on the Los Angeles County wildfires, but it may be a long time before residents in the burn areas will be allowed back home.
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Containment is growing on the Los Angeles County wildfires, but it may be a long time before residents in the burn areas will be allowed back home.
Genasys, the company behind Los Angeles' emergency alert technology, said it has "not been able to replicate" an error that sent inaccurate information to millions.
Mayor Karen Bass has come under criticism for attending an inauguration in Ghana as mounting warnings signaled heightened fire risks in Los Angeles.
The order targets opportunistic real estate speculators who make unsolicited cash offers well below market value in attempts to exploit victims of the Los Angeles-area fires.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an investigation into the loss of water pressure and unavailability of water from the reservoir during the fires in Los Angeles.
Gov. Newsom expanded the special legislative session he called to defend the state's progressive policies against the incoming Trump administration to also address the state's wildfire crisis.
Before taking on his role as Pasadena fire chief, Chad Augustin spent two decades at the Sacramento Fire Department, eventually elevated to deputy fire chief.
As multiple deadly wildfires continue to burn across the Los Angeles area, firefighters are getting some extra help from fire departments across the country and neighboring countries.
The Walt Disney Company committed $15 million to help with response and rebuilding efforts for the deadly wildfires that have scorched the Los Angeles area this week.
Two Modesto roommates made a five-hour drive Friday to help victims of the Los Angeles-area fires.
CBS News examined public statements and warnings to trace how authorities sounded the alarm about the L.A. fires as conditions worsened. Here's what we know.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass awkwardly remained silent when she was questioned by a reporter at Los Angeles International Airport about the devastating fires.
The devastation from the raging fires in Southern California is only just starting to come to light, but there are already questions about how the destruction will impact homeowners insurance for all Californians.
As thousands of acres burn across Southern California, wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in the region and beyond.
President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Governor Gavin Newsom for the deadly wildfires devastating Los Angeles County this week — and the governor's office has fired back.
The Los Angeles County fires are now raising concerns about what's next: Could there be another explosion in California home insurance policy costs?
More than 640 structures have so far been destroyed by the Park Fire as it continues to grow beyond 402,000 acres.
Northern California's Park Fire continues to grow, but it still would need to more than double in size to eclipse the state's largest-ever wildfire.
How the largest wildfires of the year — including the Park Fire — get their names comes down to simple geography. But not all incidents are easy to map.
Northern California's Park Fire has grown to become one of the largest wildfires in state history as evacuation orders continue to affect four counties.
As the Park Fire continues to rage near Chico, we spoke with a former news anchor who watched her house burn through security camera footage in real time.
More than a dozen homes were destroyed in a fire that burned more than 3,700 acres in Northern California last week, Cal Fire said on Sunday.
Air quality is worsening across much of the U.S., exposing millions of people to health problems and threatening the U.S. economy.
State and local fire departments say it's only a matter of time before all of the lush vegetation dries out and provides even more fuel for potential wildfires.
The climate crisis is among the key factors in a new assessment that shows more than 85% of California's rural and unincorporated land is now in "high" or "very high" severity zones for wildfire danger.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Neighbors said the content creators' quest to go viral on social media has brought unwanted attention to their quiet community, such as large parties and a SWAT team.
Police say that the suspect and victim were unknown to each other before the fight broke out.
Mike Trout hit a two-run home run and an RBI double for the Los Angeles Angels in a 7-0 shutout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Eaton Fire survivors gathered at an Altadena City Council meeting on Tuesday night to voice their concerns over what many are calling an invasion of greedy developers who are looking to buy burned-out lots and turn them into multi-unit housing.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Neighbors said the content creators' quest to go viral on social media has brought unwanted attention to their quiet community, such as large parties and a SWAT team.
Firefighters said that the blaze was burning near the Fisherman's Retreat in the unincorporated area of El Casco, southwest of Calimesa.
Police say that the suspect and victim were unknown to each other before the fight broke out.
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Neighbors said the content creators' quest to go viral on social media has brought unwanted attention to their quiet community, such as large parties and a SWAT team.
Police say that the suspect and victim were unknown to each other before the fight broke out.
Eaton Fire survivors gathered at an Altadena City Council meeting on Tuesday night to voice their concerns over what many are calling an invasion of greedy developers who are looking to buy burned-out lots and turn them into multi-unit housing.
A hit-and-run driver crashed into three pedestrians during a pursuit in Culver City on Tuesday, according to police.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Police say that the beige/tan Chrysler PT Cruiser has a faded convertible top, unique lights, chrome rims and will likely have front-end damage after the June 5 crash that killed a bicyclist near the intersection of Bluegrass Street and Arlington Avenue.
People living in Southern California beach cities were busy preparing for a weekend full of king tides and powerful surf that could cause flooding in some low-lying areas.
The City of Laguna Beach said the sighting occurred 250 to 300 yards offshore of Christmas Cove, about one-quarter mile north of the area where the girl was initially swept away.
The November Fire has forced some evacuation orders and warnings for people in San Diego County.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Riverside residents are raising concerns about reports that some of the historic artwork inside the Mission Inn, including the Taft Chair and the statue of the goddess Pomona, has been removed following the hotel's recent purchase.
Riverside County homicide investigators have announced two arrests in connection with a homicide in May that left a 47-year-old man dead in Home Gardens.
Firefighters said that the blaze was burning near the Fisherman's Retreat in the unincorporated area of El Casco, southwest of Calimesa.
Police said that more than 20 dogs were found in the back of the U-Haul, some of which were pregnant.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
A BASE jumping accident in a Utah canyon killed two people including a daredevil athlete best known for performing onstage with Madonna at the 2012 Super Bowl, authorities said.
Gov. Newsom's office is escalating its fight with the Trump administration, sending a letter Tuesday to Acting U.S. AG Todd Blanche accusing the Justice Department of conducting a politically motivated investigation into his wife and associates.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
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.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
Mike Trout hit a two-run home run and an RBI double for the Los Angeles Angels in a 7-0 shutout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th home run of the season and Justin Wrobleski threw six innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 1-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee will begin accepting applications for 60,000 positions on its volunteer crew starting in July.
Karl-Anthony Towns will "be beloved forever," Magic Johnson said in a surprise congratulatory message on "CBS Mornings" after the New York Knicks won the NBA championship.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
At least four pedestrians and one officer were injured during a pursuit of a hit-and-run driver on Tuesday, according to the Culver City Police Department.
A new study from the University of Washington suggests that the San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in the last 1,000 years and could be due for "the big one" in the near future. Hunter Sowards reports.
Nicole Comstock reports from Encino, where neighbors are expressing their concerns over a home that they say has been taken over by content creators who appear to be filming adult-only content in front of their families.
Two Southern California men were arrested on Tuesday in connection with an alleged plot to attack the White House's UFC event over the weekend. Lesley Marin reports.
Laurie Perez reports from MacArthur Park, where residents and business owners reacted to what their day-to-day has been like since a DEA raid two weeks ago targeting abuse and narcotics sales in the area.
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.
