Former President Jimmy Carter Forged Strong LA Ties Through Charity Work
Former President Jimmy Carter made perhaps his biggest impact on Los Angeles after he left office, when he came to L.A. to build houses for the poor.
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Former President Jimmy Carter made perhaps his biggest impact on Los Angeles after he left office, when he came to L.A. to build houses for the poor.
Former President Jimmy Carter announced Thursday that his cancer is on four small spots on his brain and he will immediately begin radiation treatment, saying he is "at ease with whatever comes."
Actress Yvonne Craig, best known for her role as Batgirl on the 1960s TV series "Batman," has passed away from cancer at the age of 78.
It was her final day of chemo after 12 tough weeks.
The innovative and highly-respected Satoru joined the company in the 1980s as a programming whiz.
A 24-year-old Santa Ana woman with end-stage stomach cancer married her longtime love on Friday.
Funeral services were pending Friday for French fashion designer Christian Audigier, famed for his Ed Hardy and Von Dutch lines.
Leah Valles wore a shirt that said "Sunblock Stinks But Cancer Stinks More!"
Celebs like Kristen Bell lent a hand and others -- including Zac Efron, Jason Mraz, Elizabeth Banks -- taped special video messages of encouragement.
When they took the vows in sickness and in health, a local couple never imagined their love would be tested so soon.
A woman with cancer had a major scare after ink from her tattoos caused an imaging test to light up leading her doctor to believe the disease had spread.
Twelve-year-old Emma Mannetta, who recently passed on the crown as Junior Miss Southern California 2014, chose as her platform to support breast cancer patients.
The FBI has launched an investigation into a surgical tool used to break up fibroids, but may spread cancer in some women.
The mother of a 5-year-old girl with cancer got a billboard that looked into her hospital room removed because it was scaring her daughter.
The mother of a young child who battled a rare cancer for over a year is fighting Instagram after the social media service deleted a profile that accounted the child's journey.
A terminally-ill single mother is fronting a lawsuit claiming that California law actually allows doctors to help terminally-ill patients end their own lives.
Singer Taylor Swift says her mother has cancer. In a note to fans on her Tumblr page, Swift said she asked her mom to get screened for health issues at Christmas and those tests revealed the diagnosis.
Video footage of Koral Reef just months before her death shows a happy and healthy young woman getting fit for her big day.
An L.A. jury has awarded $28.2 million to a woman who said treatment delays by Kaiser Permanent doctors cost her a leg.
Actress Angelina Jolie announced Monday she has had another preventive surgery after a doctors found a small benign tumor on one of her ovaries.
Thousands will walk, run and ride to help raise money for pediatric cancer research to benefit boys just like Mission Viejo third-grader Gavin Rowe.
Mission Viejo kindergarten teacher Kristyn Fletcher is battling a rare incurable cancer that started in her appendix.
Sam Simon, co-creator of TV's long-running "The Simpsons", has died after a long battle with cancer, according to reports. He was 59.
When doctors said there were no more treatments to try Patricia was allowed to be in public for the first time in a while. Her mom planned a special shopping spree, starting with a manicure at the mall.
It's not time travel, but researchers say the new breakthrough could go a long way in advancing cancer treatments.
The Pasadena woman sent numerous emails from her stalking victim's account, threatening to kill government employees and to bomb the U.S. Consulate in Vietnam.
The shooting was reported in the area of 3rd Street and Lucas Avenue around 11:39 a.m.
The nine-month Homeless Service Work program is "preparing leaders to end homelessness," and for now, it's free, thanks to donations from United Way of Greater LA.
SkyCal flew over the protest where hundreds of students could be seen holding signs and flags as they marched towards City Hall.
The Rangers traded star winger Artemi Panarin to the Kings on Wednesday, just minutes before the NHL Olympic roster freeze.
The Pasadena woman sent numerous emails from her stalking victim's account, threatening to kill government employees and to bomb the U.S. Consulate in Vietnam.
The shooting was reported in the area of 3rd Street and Lucas Avenue around 11:39 a.m.
Police said that the pregnant woman was riding a bicycle with her toddler in the saddle when they were hit from behind on Saturday night. They said that her 31-week-old baby was safely delivered at the hospital.
James Harden is headed to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for point guard Darius Garland.
The nine-month Homeless Service Work program is "preparing leaders to end homelessness," and for now, it's free, thanks to donations from United Way of Greater LA.
The Pasadena woman sent numerous emails from her stalking victim's account, threatening to kill government employees and to bomb the U.S. Consulate in Vietnam.
The nine-month Homeless Service Work program is "preparing leaders to end homelessness," and for now, it's free, thanks to donations from United Way of Greater LA.
SkyCal flew over the protest where hundreds of students could be seen holding signs and flags as they marched towards City Hall.
Fire crews quickly began working to extricate the man and transported him to a local trauma center.
The PCH Signal Synchronization Project puts state-of-the-art equipment in place to link 12 traffic signals between Topanga Canyon Boulevard and John Tyler Drive.
The Santa Ana winds will affect the valleys, mountains and inland areas of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, as well as much of the Inland Empire.
Anaheim police arrested a teen connected to a group of smash-and-grab robbers who purposefully rammed an SUV into an Anaheim jewelry store before crashing their getaway cars during a pursuit last month.
Fullerton's police chief denied allegations that his officers helped federal agents during a recent immigration operation.
A Huntington Beach police chase ended up in the ocean after the suspect bailed from the car and attempted to swim away from pursuing police on Sunday night.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Dozens of people gathered on Tuesday to protest a possible change coming to Rancho Springs Hospital in Murrieta, where officials are considering ending their midwifery program.
The Santa Ana winds will affect the valleys, mountains and inland areas of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, as well as much of the Inland Empire.
A 27-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy were both arrested and charged with murder for Jeremy Rosales' deadly shooting in January, San Bernardino County authorities said.
A San Bernardino mother is calling for justice after he daughter was fatally shot in the back following an argument outside of their home over the weekend.
Deputies arrested a 47-year-old woman in connection with a deadly shooting in April 2025 that left a 22-year-old man dead.
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
Hillary Clinton will appear for a deposition on Feb. 26, while former President Bill Clinton will appear on Feb. 27, according to the House Oversight Committee.
The Clintons made a last-ditch effort to avoid a contempt vote.
All federal immigration agents in Minneapolis will begin wearing body cameras, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said Monday, a policy that could be rolled out nationwide.
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.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
The Rangers traded star winger Artemi Panarin to the Kings on Wednesday, just minutes before the NHL Olympic roster freeze.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Cutter Gauthier scored his 25th goal of the season and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Seattle Kraken 4-2 to win their final game before the Olympic break.
In just his fifth collegiate game, freshman Alijah Arenas scored a career-high 29 points and USC held off Indiana 81-75 in a frenzied finish.
Xavier Booker scored a career-high 24 points, Donovan Dent had a double-double, and UCLA routed Rutgers 98-66 on Tuesday night.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
A bipartisan effort from California lawmakers is looking to place harsher penalties on first-time DUI offenders. Lesley Marin reports.
Katy Nastro, Going.com travel expert, discusses spring travel trends, who’s traveling, best places to visit, and when.
Sam Manning, lead author of the study, discusses AI & Women in the Workplace.
Robert McWhirter, Constitutional Law Expert, discusses the possibility of nationalized elections.
The Homeless Service Work Certificate program offered at Santa Monica College is the first of its kind, preparing students for work with the homeless.
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.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
