Pope Francis says homosexuality "is not a crime," but gay sex is "a sin"
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
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Burglars steal over $100k worth of equipment from Santa Monica Catholic church
Surveillance footage shows one individual inside the church late Thursday evening, wandering around the church via flashlight the same night the donated equipment was taken.
Catholics in SoCal, worldwide hold special moment of prayer for Ukraine Friday
Catholic parishes and schools across the region rang their bells 29 times to mark the 29 days since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Former Priest Pleads Not Guilty In Sexual Assault Of Young Boys
The accusations of crimes happened in the mid-1990s and 2001 in Redondo and Palmdale.
Ex-Catholic Priest Charged With Sexually Assaulting 4 Boys In Palmdale, Redondo Beach
According to prosecutors, Christopher Cunningham committed the assaults while working as an associate pastor at Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Palmdale and Saint Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church in Redondo Beach.
'Not Morally Produced': Catholic Bishops Raise Concern Over COVID-19 Vaccine
A few Catholic leaders are raising concerns about the ethics of using a COVID-19 vaccine currently on the fast track to release.
Virgin Mary Statue Beheaded At Chino Catholic Church
A vandal appears to be targeting Catholic churches in Pomona Valley, with the most recent attack on a beloved statue at a Chino church.
Pope Francis Accepts Resignation Of LA Bishop Accused Of Misconduct With A Minor
Bishop Alexander Salazar, 69, is leaving for an early retirement, but had been under review for a past accusation of misconduct before he was ordained as a bishop. The L.A. Archdiocese says that allegation involved a minor and was investigated in 2002, but was never charged.
Nancy Pelosi Joins Catholic 'Nuns On The Bus' For 'Tax Justice Truth Tour' En Route To Trump's Mar-a-Lago
Catholic nuns have joined forces with leading figures of the Democratic Party to call out what they see as the GOP's abdication of their duty to the American people.
'Predator Priest' Sent to LA
A sexual abuse scandal and cover up that lasted decades is rocking the Catholic Church back East tonight.
Catholic School Counselor May Lose Job Over Her Same-Sex Marriage
An Indiana catholic school guidance counselor may lose her job of 15 years after officials learned she was married to another woman.
Cardinal Law, Reputation Tarnished By His Role In Church Child-Sex Scandal, Dies At 86
"To all those who have suffered from my shortcomings and mistakes, I both apologize and from them beg forgiveness," Law said in stepping down in 2002.
Bannon On '60 Minutes:' Catholic Church Needs 'Unlimited Illegal Immigration'
In an interview with CBS News' "60 Minutes", Bannon criticized President Trump's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Pope's Apology Doesn't Change Opinions On Canonization Of 18th-Century Missionary Junipero Serra
Pope Francis' apology for the Roman Catholic Church's crimes against indigenous peoples has not softened opposition among some California Native Americans to his decision to canonize 18th-century Franciscan missionary Junipero Serra.
Catholic Church Helps Defeat 'Death With Dignity' Proposal In Calif. Senate
The Catholic Church, often out of step with California's liberal Legislature, notched a prominent win at the statehouse this week defeating a proposal to allow terminally ill patients to legally end their lives.
Historian Weighs In On Pope's Surprise Decision To Canonize A Controversial Californian Friar
Historian Weighs In Pope's Surprise Decision To Canonize A Controversial California Friar
Accuser Infuriated By Monsignor's Exoneration By Catholic Church
A man who accused a high-ranking Roman Catholic monsignor in Los Angeles of molestation said Wednesday he is furious that an internal Vatican tribunal recently exonerated the priest.
Man Caught On Camera Vandalizing NoHo Catholic Church
Los Angeles police are looking for a man who vandalized a Catholic church in North Hollywood.
Pope Francis Orders Survey Of Catholics On Hot-Button Social Issues
U.S. bishops are among those the pope is asking to find out from their parishioners how they feel about abortion, same-sex marriage, divorce and birth control.
Local Military Family Says Government Shutdown Is Threatening To Cancel Daughter's Baptism
A local military family says the government shutdown is threatening to cancel their daughter's baptism.
Board Reinstates $10,000 Reward For Witnesses In Catholic Church Arson Case
A $10,000 reward to pay witnesses who helped convict a man for setting a fire that destroyed a Catholic church in Hacienda Heights has been reinstated by the Board of Supervisors.
Pope Warns Church Must Find New Balance Or It Might 'Fall Like A House Of Cards'
Pope Francis has warned that the Catholic Church's moral structure might "fall like a house of cards" if it doesn't balance its divisive rules about abortion, gays and contraception with the greater need to make it a merciful, more welcoming place for all.
Religious Order Files Reveal Decades Of LA Abuse
The files include one case of a priest who later admitted to having sexual contact with more than 100 boys while serving in several Southern California parishes for years.
Man Sentenced To Prison For Church Arson, Ordered To Pay $8.9M In Restitution
A Hacienda Heights man convicted of setting fire to a local Catholic church was sentenced to prison and ordered to pay damages Friday, according to the Los Angeles District Attorney's office.
Man Convicted Of Arson In Catholic Church Fire
Los Angeles County prosecutors say a man has been convicted of setting fire to a catholic church and causing more than $3 million in damage.
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North Korea says it will expel U.S. soldier who ran across border
North Korean state media say U.S. soldier Travis King, who ran across the border in July, will be expelled from the country.
2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
3 space station crew members back on Earth after U.S.-record year in space
Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
Ventura County teacher under investigation after being caught on camera in midst of racist rant
A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera in the midst of a verbal argument with another person in which several racially-insensitive and anti-immigration sentiments are shared.
Detmers throws seven one-hit innings to help Angels snap skid with 9-3 win over Rangers
Brandon Drury had three hits, including a home run, Reid Detmers threw seven solid innings for only his second win since the All-Star break and the Los Angeles Angels rolled to a 9-3 victory over Texas on Tuesday night preventing the Rangers from getting another step closer to wrapping up their first playoff appearance since 2016.
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WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
North Korea says it will expel U.S. soldier who ran across border
North Korean state media say U.S. soldier Travis King, who ran across the border in July, will be expelled from the country.
2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
3 space station crew members back on Earth after U.S.-record year in space
Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
Ventura County teacher under investigation after being caught on camera in midst of racist rant
A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera in the midst of a verbal argument with another person in which several racially-insensitive and anti-immigration sentiments are shared.
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Ventura County teacher under investigation after being caught on camera in midst of racist rant
A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera in the midst of a verbal argument with another person in which several racially-insensitive and anti-immigration sentiments are shared.
4 injured after multi-car crash in Valley Village
Two people were hospitalized in fair condition while the other two declined further treatment at the scene.
Four arrested for burglarizing nearly a dozen businesses in Glendale overnight
Two men and two juveniles were arrested for burglarizing nearly a dozen businesses early Tuesday morning, with detectives recovering thousands of dollars in cash and a set of tools used to conduct the crimes.
Newport Beach doctor charged for sexually assaulting 9 male patients
Prosecutors said the infectious disease doctors specialized in treating members of the LGBTQ+ community.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
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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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North Korea says it will expel U.S. soldier who ran across border
North Korean state media say U.S. soldier Travis King, who ran across the border in July, will be expelled from the country.
2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
Man convicted at 18 found innocent of 1995 rape, robbery and kidnapping after 28 years in prison
Gerardo Cabanillas was just 18 when he was wrongfully convicted of rape, robbery and kidnapping in 1995, and after spending nearly 30 years in prison he was finally exonerated due to a DNA test that showed he never committed the crime.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
Target says it's closing 9 stores because of surging retail thefts
Rise in "organized" retail crime is threatening the safety of employees and customers, according to Target.
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2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
Panorama City man sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 breach of U.S. Capitol
A 29-year-old Panorama City man has been sentenced to four years and three months in prison for his role in the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
Hunter Biden sues Rudy Giuliani, attorney Robert Costello for "hacking" laptop
Rudy Giuliani and attorney Robert Costello have frequently acknowledged accessing the hard drive's data after Hunter Biden left his laptop at a repair shop.
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.
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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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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
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.
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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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Detmers throws seven one-hit innings to help Angels snap skid with 9-3 win over Rangers
Brandon Drury had three hits, including a home run, Reid Detmers threw seven solid innings for only his second win since the All-Star break and the Los Angeles Angels rolled to a 9-3 victory over Texas on Tuesday night preventing the Rangers from getting another step closer to wrapping up their first playoff appearance since 2016.
Freeman homers as Dodgers take second game of doubleheader with Rockies 11-2
Freddie Freeman hit a two-run homer to back the strong seven-inning start by rookie Bobby Miller, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Colorado 11-2 on Tuesday night to gain a doubleheader split and send the Rockies to their first 100-loss season.
Anderson's strong outing, Jones' bat lead Rockies past Dodgers 4-1 in DH opener
Chase Anderson pitched five scoreless innings for his first win in 17 starts this season, Nolan Jones homered and the Colorado Rockies snapped a seven-game losing streak by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-1 on Tuesday in the opener of a doubleheader.
Rangers back Gray with 3 straight homers, beat Angels 5-1 to maintain AL West lead
Adolis García, Mitch Garver and Nathaniel Lowe hit consecutive home runs in the sixth inning, and the first-place Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 for their sixth straight victory.
Burrow shakes off injury, throws for season-high 259 yards as Bengals beat the Rams 19-16
Joe Burrow shook off a lingering calf injury, throwing for 259 yards as the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Los Angeles Rams 19-16 to get their first win after starting the season with two losses.
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WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
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.
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Amber Lee's Morning Weather (September 27)
Hottest day of the week with temperatures in the 80s for downtown Los Angeles and 90s for the Inland Empire. A cooling trend will start tomorrow.
Drew Carey feeds picketing WGA members one last night with strike's end looming
For the entirety of the nearly 150-day WGA strike, "The Price is Right" host Drew Carey has footed the bill for any card-carrying member of the union picketing against Hollywood studios. With that strike ending at midnight, writers hit Bob's Big Boy in Burbank for one last meal from the extremely generous comedian, who also paid the tab at several other SoCal restaurants.
Ventura County teacher under investigation for racist rant caught on camera
A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera in the midst of a verbal argument with another person in which several racially-insensitive and anti-immigration sentiments are shared. Laurie Perez reports.
San Antonio Winery | Look At This!
Contrary to popular belief, some of California's deepest wine industry roots can be traced back to Southern California, as detailed by Desmond Shaw in this episode of Look At This! where we get a taste of Los Angeles' oldest and largest winery.
Four burglary suspects arrested in Glendale after hitting nearly a dozen businesses overnight
Lesley Marin reports from Glendale, where nearly a dozen businesses were burglarized overnight before they were caught by police as they attempted to flee from the area. Police say that two of the suspects are adults, while the other two are minors.
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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.
