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While thousands of Southern Californians will spend Christmas opening and enjoying presents, others will attend church services and help the homeless and poor Saturday to mark the birth of Jesus Christ.
Tracking Santa's travels is a celebrated tradition at the North American Aerospace Command, and it unfolds Friday for the 55th year.
You do not need to spend a lot of money to made an impact this Christmas. Picking a limited color scheme will keep your look chic and will also help you use restraint while shopping too!
Phil Jackson says humbug to the NBA's Christmas schedule.
Forget the planes and the trains: automobiles will be the travel mode of choice for the vast majority of Southland residents as they head out to their Christmas holiday destinations.
A group of seventeen singers and musicians makes up the "TSA Choir" that has caught travelers off-guard with their impromptu performances at the nation's second-busiest airport.
"Silver Bells" and "O Christmas Tree" are not just classic songs for this Christmas season — they're also two potential holiday hazards.
The "World's Largest Holiday Card for U.S. Troops" has been unveiled in Riverside.
The Salvation Army says they're in desperate need of toys and food this Christmas season as the limping economy continues to take a toll on needy families.
CBS2 and KCAL9 kicked off their association with the California Highway Patrol's annual CHIPS for Kids toy drive on Wednesday, December 8.
Officials say more contributions are critical as the need for toys this year is up dramatically amid a soaring jobless rate and an anemic economy.
A local family is in need of some Christmas cheer after their holiday decorations were stolen.
It's Christmas time once again: are you offended yet? A new survey says you probably aren't, but that most still feel opt for the politically-correct "Happy Holidays".
Students at the University of Illinois have come up with a way for you to send Christmas greetings to your family and friends, no matter how far away they are this season.
"18 Days of Grinchmas" are coming to the San Fernando Valley starting this weekend as a host of celebrities descend upon Universal Studios Hollywood to kick off the holiday celebration.
'Tis the season to give, but with so many Americans struggling to make ends meet, here are some tips on how to say "thank you" to those who make our lives better every day without breaking the bank.
Organizers say they expect thousands of people to participate in a 31-day prayer marathon for peace in Los Angeles County this holiday season.
LAPD Capt. Todd Chamberlain says officers will be keeping an eye out for property crime as the Christmas shopping season gets into full swing.
Cities and towns all over Los Angeles and OC are getting ready for the Holiday season. Here are some of our favorite celebrations.
After a weekend of strong online sales, retail websites are rolling out the gimmicks on "Cyber Monday" to draw buyers.
Casey Mervine, Vice President/Financial Consultant for Charles Schwab, stopped by KCAL9 on Wednesday to talk about you can spend wisely on Black Friday and not break the bank.
If shopping is a sport, then the day after Thanksgiving is its Super Bowl: "Black Friday" is the official start of the holiday shopping season, and traditionally marks the day of the year when retailers' accounts move into the black.
In the wake of over a quarter of a million toy-related injuries last season, safety groups are urging parents to use caution when shopping for their kids' toys this Christmas.
There may be more kids crying in store aisles this Christmas season as a new survey suggests moms have begun to slash spending across the board.
A person was found dead in Riverside County late Saturday after they went searching for a group of hikers who they believed were in trouble, according to authorities.
The blaze was reported just after 3 p. m. at a one-story home in the 1300 block of Kenmore Avenue, according to a news release from the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Emergency services in Andalucia, the province where the accident happened, said at least 25 people were seriously injured.
Gabriela Jaquez scored 22 points, and No. 3 UCLA pulled away in a dominant third quarter to beat 12th-ranked Maryland 99-67 on Sunday.
Suspect information remains under investigation, authorities said.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
A person was found dead in Riverside County late Saturday after they went searching for a group of hikers who they believed were in trouble, according to authorities.
SoCal Edison filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles County and other agencies over the Eaton Fire on Friday.
Police have arrested a third person in connection with the murder of a Tennessee man who was affiliated with the Inland Empire religious group "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies."
The blaze was reported just after 3 p. m. at a one-story home in the 1300 block of Kenmore Avenue, according to a news release from the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The blaze was reported just after 3 p. m. at a one-story home in the 1300 block of Kenmore Avenue, according to a news release from the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Dramatic video shows the motorcyclist on the hood of a nearby car after he was ejected from the bike in Long Beach last weekend. The married couple remains hospitalized a week after their fiery crash.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
SoCal Edison filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles County and other agencies over the Eaton Fire on Friday.
Rick Caruso, the runner-up in the Los Angeles Mayoral race four years ago, announced he will not pursue elected office at this time.
Federal prosecutors charged a man who allegedly threatened to kill Vice President JD Vance during his Disneyland trip last year.
An Orange County man has been posting social media videos of car crashes in front of his house to hopefully spur safety changes at his Huntington Beach intersection.
After his son died while hiking Mount Baldy, Kenneth Muensch Casanova called on Angeles National Forest officials to require permits on the dangerous mountain.
A Santa Ana community scrambled to ensure their 101-year-old neighbor wasn't left behind when a fire broke out in her condo.
Orange County prosecutors said the suspect was allegedly sex trafficking a 17-year-old girl in Anaheim.
A person was found dead in Riverside County late Saturday after they went searching for a group of hikers who they believed were in trouble, according to authorities.
Nearly 25 years after a 32-year-old woman's car was found abandoned and she was found dead in Hesperia, authorities have made an arrest for her murder.
Police have arrested a third person in connection with the murder of a Tennessee man who was affiliated with the Inland Empire religious group "His Way Spirit Led Assemblies."
A man was arrested after he allegedly broke into a Redlands home on Thursday night, but only after he was confronted by the homeowner, who shot him, police said.
Deputies said that the driver lost control of their vehicle and slammed into the building at around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday.
A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
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.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Gabriela Jaquez scored 22 points, and No. 3 UCLA pulled away in a dominant third quarter to beat 12th-ranked Maryland 99-67 on Sunday.
Shaedon Sharpe had 25 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 132-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, who were playing without top scorer Luka Doncic.
Mikael Granlund scored at 4:02 of overtime, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 to sweep a two-game weekend set in the Freeway Faceoff rivalry.
Braden Smith stole the ball and scored a layup with 23 seconds left, helping No. 5 Purdue edge Southern California 69-64.
John Mobley Jr. scored 28 points and knocked down a career-high six 3-pointers as Ohio State pulled away in the second half for an 86-74 win over UCLA on Saturday.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
"The Notebook The Musical" has taken the stage at the Pantages Theater in Hollywood. CBS LA's Marina Jurica sat down with the author of the original novel, Nicholas Sparks, to discuss the play.
Runners got a unique racing opportunity for the Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday morning. Alys Martinez reports.
A warm winter Sunday is ahead for Southern California. Alex Biston reports.
Dramatic video shows the moments a motorcycle was engulfed in flame and a motorcyclist on the hood of a nearby car after they were ejected in a grisly crash in Long Beach last weekend. The married couple remains hospitalized a week after their fiery crash, where Zach Boetto speaks with their family.
The Monterey Park community gathered on Saturday for a day of resilience in remembrance of the 2023 mass shooting that left 11 people dead.
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.
