Holiday travelers warned of Covid, flu, RSV 'tripledemic'
Millions of people in Southern California are traveling for the holidays in the middle of a "tripledemic."
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Health officials urge public to get Covid booster shots
A new COVID wave is coming, and public health officials are urging the public to get booster shots.
LA County reports 1,433 new COVID-19 cases
Four-hundred-and-forty people are currently hospitalized in LA County due to COVID-19, a slightly lower figure compared to the numbers reported over the past two days (448 & 442).
U.S. could face "tripledemic" amid exodus of health care workers
Some 330,000 health care professionals exited the field in 2021, creating a worker shortage amid a rise in viral illnesses.
Two Inland Empire widows suing hospitals for using Remdesivir to treat COVID-19
Two widows in the Inland Empire are suing Kaiser Permanente and Redlands Community Hospital for using Remdesivir to treat their husbands' COVID-19 diagnoses. Lauren Pozen reports.
CDC director tests positive for COVID-19 with mild symptoms
According to a statement, the public health agency's director is up to date with her vaccines.
Gov. Gavin Newsom to drop COVID-19 State of Emergency in Feb. 2023
After nearly three years, Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced that the COVID-19 State of Emergency will end on Feb. 28, 2023.
Doctors, medical experts warning about spike in Flu, COVID-19 cases
Cases of the influenza virus (flu) and COVID-19 are going up. On Monday, 418 patients checked into the CHOC emergency department, a record number of patients for the hospital.
CDC now tracking rise of BF.7 and BA.2.75 COVID variants nationwide
The BA.5 variant from the summer wave of cases has now fallen to 81.3% of new infections.
California's COVID rules ease up starting Friday
Universal mask wearing will no longer be strongly recommended indoors. Juan Fernandez and Pat Harvey reports.
Health expert explains newest COVID-19 boosters that target omicron strain
Dr. Daisy Dodd, a physician with Kaiser Permanente, joined the studio to discuss a pair of new COVID-19 vaccination booster shots soon to be available to the public that specifically target the omicron variant.
Reading, math scores fell sharply for 9-year-olds during pandemic, data show
Reading scores saw their largest decrease in 30 years, while math scores had their first decrease in the test's history.
Updated COVID boosters targeting Omicron start rolling out
Federal health officials say thousands of updated booster shots are already being shipped around the country.
Students return to school with relaxed COVID guidelines in place for first time in nearly three year
Kara Finnstrom and Tina Patel provide team coverage as more than 500,000 students across Los Angeles County return to school for the first time without coronavirus guidelines in place for the first time in nearly three years.
Hundreds of thousands of students return to class across Los Angeles County
CBSLA reporters Kara Finnstrom and Tina Patel provide team coverage ahead of the first day of school for the nearly half a million Los Angeles Unified School District students returning to class Monday. They provide updates on COVID-19 guidelines, the teacher shortage and student safety as they get to and from school.
Doctor explains impact of CDC's new COVID-19 guidelines
Dr. John Whyte, Chief Medical Examiner for WebMD, joined the studio to discuss the latest guideline changes made by the CDC in regards to coronavirus, and how it affects students as they return to school.
UCLA drops indoor mask requirement
As coronavirus cases trend downwards and hospitalizations stabilize throughout Los Angeles County, UCLA has opted to drop their indoor mask requirement starting Monday.
LA county moves from "high" to "medium" level of COVID-19 activity category
On Thursday, the CDC released updated numbers showing the county's hospitalization rate had dropped to 9.9 per 100,000 residents.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
LAUSD changes COVID-19 protocol, drops weekly testing
The district will only require those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or who were a close contact with a person who tested positive.
Biden tests positive for COVID again, will return to isolation
The president feels "quite well" and his doctor said he will not begin any sort of treatment at this time.
President Biden once again tests positive for COVID-19
Kandiss Crone reports on President Joe Biden who has tested positive for COVID-19 again, just days after he recovered from his previous case of the virus, the White House physician said in a statement Saturday. He is not experiencing any symptoms but will self-isolate again.
Survey: Parents don't plan to vaccinate children before school starts
COVID-19 cases are up across the nation due to the BA.5 subvariant. Chris Holmstrom reports.
COVID-19 hospitalizations jump past 1,300 in LA County; Burbank issues emergency ordinance for indoo
Tina Patel reports on the latest news in the coronavirus pandemic out of LA County, where hospitalizations have taken a steep incline and Burbank has reinstated an indoor mask mandate for all city-related meetings.
Did the pandemic cause vision problems for Americans? An expert explains
Dr. Diana Shiba, an ophthalmologist with Kaiser Permanente, joined the studio to discuss a noted increase in Americans with eye problems, due to work-from-home or study-from-home, conditions created by the pandeimc.
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Robbery suspects arrested after leading LAPD on two pursuits
The brazen theft happened in Mid-Wilshire on Saturday afternoon.
U.S. Soccer briefly scrubs emblem from Iranian flag in World Cup posts
The U.S. Soccer Federation briefly displayed Iran's national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic.
Bell Gardens Police use taser to detain armed suspect riding scooter
Police stopped the man for riding a motorized scooter on a sidewalk.
Whittier College cuts football, lacrosse and golf to save money
"It's a feeling of betrayal. It's a hurtful feeling," said golfer Jackie Torres.
Teen driver killed colliding with truck, pole in Sylmar
Authorities say a teenage driver was killed when his vehicle collided with a pickup truck in Sylmar.
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Robbery suspects arrested after leading LAPD on two pursuits
The brazen theft happened in Mid-Wilshire on Saturday afternoon.
U.S. Soccer briefly scrubs emblem from Iranian flag in World Cup posts
The U.S. Soccer Federation briefly displayed Iran's national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic.
Bell Gardens Police use taser to detain armed suspect riding scooter
Police stopped the man for riding a motorized scooter on a sidewalk.
Whittier College cuts football, lacrosse and golf to save money
"It's a feeling of betrayal. It's a hurtful feeling," said golfer Jackie Torres.
Teen driver killed colliding with truck, pole in Sylmar
Authorities say a teenage driver was killed when his vehicle collided with a pickup truck in Sylmar.
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Robbery suspects arrested after leading LAPD on two pursuits
The brazen theft happened in Mid-Wilshire on Saturday afternoon.
Bell Gardens Police use taser to detain armed suspect riding scooter
Police stopped the man for riding a motorized scooter on a sidewalk.
Whittier College cuts football, lacrosse and golf to save money
"It's a feeling of betrayal. It's a hurtful feeling," said golfer Jackie Torres.
Teen driver killed colliding with truck, pole in Sylmar
Authorities say a teenage driver was killed when his vehicle collided with a pickup truck in Sylmar.
Fentanyl's scourge plainly visible on streets of Los Angeles
In a filthy alley behind a Los Angeles doughnut shop, Ryan Smith convulsed in the grips of a fentanyl high — lurching from moments of slumber to bouts of violent shivering on a warm summer day.
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Angels' Ohtani voted majors' top DH for 2nd straight year
Shohei Ohtani has been voted the majors' best designated hitter for the second consecutive season.
Anaheim man pleads guilty to stealing Olympian's gold medal
Jordan Fernandez, 32, pleaded guilty to stealing volleyball player Jordyn Poulter's gold medal from the 2020 Olympic Games.
What is "catfishing" and why is it dangerous?
Advocates are calling on residents to stay vigilant online after police revealed that "catfishing" played a major factor in a triple homicide in Riverside.
What headline? 'Gaslighting' Merriam-Webster's word of 2022
"Gaslighting" — mind manipulating, grossly misleading, downright deceitful — is Merriam-Webster's word of the year.
Winter Fest OC returns to Costa Mesa
Visit the winter wonderland at the Southland's largest winter festival, held at the OC Fair & Event Center from Nov. 25 to Jan. 1, 2023.
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What is "catfishing" and why is it dangerous?
Advocates are calling on residents to stay vigilant online after police revealed that "catfishing" played a major factor in a triple homicide in Riverside.
California School for the Deaf captures first CIF state championship
It's an unbelievable story of pride and sweet revenge for the Cubs from Riverside's California School for the Deaf.
Riverside homicides: Virginia cop 'catfished' teen before murders
The suspect wanted in a triple homicide in Riverside Friday was killed during a law-enforcement pursuit later the same day. Austin Edwards was a former Virginia State Trooper and worked for a sheriff's office in Virginia.
What headline? 'Gaslighting' Merriam-Webster's word of 2022
"Gaslighting" — mind manipulating, grossly misleading, downright deceitful — is Merriam-Webster's word of the year.
150 animals adopted during 'Black Saturday' event at shelter in Riverside
Many people who watched CBS2's coverage of an animal adoption event in Riverside decided themselves to adopt.
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Handcuffs in the hallways: Law enforcement in schools
In one school year, police arrested hundreds of elementary and middle school students in California. The state is above average when it comes to the chances of police arresting Black and Hispanic students, as well as students with disabilities.
EBT fraud sees nearly 4,000% increase in 2022
In 2021, the California Department of Social Services paid roughly $92,000 in fraud claims. By that time in 2022, they had already paid almost $3.8 million.
CBS2 Investigates: The questions surrounding the accuracy of latest LA homeless count
Officials said the number of homeless in L.A. County was up just over 4% this year compared with double digits previously. The numbers seem to defy what we see on the streets — and even some unhoused are laughing at the results.
CBS2 Investigates: Have celebrities gotten the message about using too much water?
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. In the two months since the investigation, have they gotten the message?
Gascón files battery, false imprisonment charges against LASD lieutenant
The charges stem from a "heated dispute" between a newly promoted LASD narcotics lieutenant and a woman at the famed Matsuhisa Restaurant in Beverly Hills.
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U.S. Soccer briefly scrubs emblem from Iranian flag in World Cup posts
The U.S. Soccer Federation briefly displayed Iran's national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic.
5 officers charged after Black man paralyzed following ride in police van
The five New Haven police officers were charged with second-degree reckless endangerment and cruelty to persons.
World's largest active volcano erupting for first time in almost 40 years
Given the huge volcano's history, USGS urged residents "at risk" of lava flows to review their preparation measures.
Judge accepts insanity plea deal for man in face-biting case
A judge has accepted a plea deal for a man who randomly killed a Florida couple in their garage six years ago and then chewed on one victim's face.
Houston residents under boil-water order due to power outage
Officials say more than 2 million people in the Houston area remain under a boil order notice after a power outage caused low water pressure at a water purification plant.
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White House unveils first lady's holiday theme of "We the People"
The decorations include more than 83,000 twinkling lights on trees, garlands, wreaths and other displays, 77 Christmas trees and 25 wreaths.
Newsom calls special legislative session on oil-industry profits
A week after the Thanksgiving holiday is over, California lawmakers will make a rare December return to Sacramento.
Biden talks stricter gun laws during Thanksgiving trek to Nantucket
The Bidens, along with their two-year-old grandson Beau, visited firefighters at a Nantucket Firehouse to thank them for their hard work.
Georgia Supreme Court reinstates abortion ban
The state's high court on Wednesday put a lower court ruling on hold that had overturned the ban on abortions after roughly six weeks of pregnancy.
Biden administration to extend pause on student loan repayments
The extension, up to June 30, 2023, will give the courts time to decide the fate of student loan cancellation.
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Amazon workers protest pay, conditions on Black Friday
Just in time for Black Friday, Amazon employees around the world are planning protests against the online retailer. The protest campaign is being called "Make Amazon Pay."
Black Friday stretching into entire shopping week
Black Friday used to be just one day of the year. But now, in some stores, it lasts for a whole week.
Starbucks workers across US strike on 'Red Cup Day'
Starbucks employees at more than 100 stores in the United States went on strike Thursday in what's being called the "Red Cup Rebellion."
IIHS releases small-truck side-crash test results
Highway safety experts put small pickup trucks through a round of tests examining the impact of side collisions.
Wendy's to sell peppermint-flavored frosty for limited time starting Tuesday
Wendy's is adding a holiday-themed frosty to its menu for the first time ever.
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Thanksgiving leftovers: Don't forget about food safety
Many of us have a refrigerator full of leftovers that we can't wait to sink our teeth into. Experts say don't forget about food safety.
Holiday travelers warned of Covid, flu, RSV 'tripledemic'
Millions of people in Southern California are traveling for the holidays in the middle of a "tripledemic."
Millions of children worldwide left susceptible to measles, new report finds
In 2021, there were about 9 million measles cases and 128,000 measles deaths worldwide, according to the CDC and WHO.
USC not liable in former football player's death, jury finds
The verdict could have broad ramifications for college athletes who blame the NCAA for head injuries.
Riverside County health officials announce child death due to possible case of RSV
"An eastern Riverside County child under the age of 4 has died after contracting a respiratory illness that is possibly linked to Respiratory Syncytial Virus," health officials said.
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EPA to consider tougher locomotive emissions rules
The Environmental Protection Agency said Wednesday it will consider adopting stricter rules on locomotive emissions in response to concerns by California regulators.
Twitter slashes its staff as Musk era takes hold on platform
On Friday, Twitter laid off 7,500 workers, about 50% of its staff, just days after Elon Musk began his tenure as its new owner.
'The bird has been freed' – Elon Musk takes over Twitter, fires top executives
Elon Musk closed out the $44 billion deal to acquire San Francisco-based social media giant Twitter Thursday and immediately cleaned out the C-suite, firing CEO Parag Agrawal and CFO Ned Segal.
After significant decline, gas prices climbing yet again throughout Southern California
Gas prices climbed for the 20th consecutive day Thursday, now up 34 cents during that time period. Experts claim that
Some Regal, Edwards theaters in Orange County abruptly closed for good
Cineworld, parent company of Regal Cinemas, filed for bankruptcy last week.
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U.S. Soccer briefly scrubs emblem from Iranian flag in World Cup posts
The U.S. Soccer Federation briefly displayed Iran's national flag on social media without the emblem of the Islamic Republic.
Angels' Ohtani voted majors' top DH for 2nd straight year
Shohei Ohtani has been voted the majors' best designated hitter for the second consecutive season.
California School for the Deaf captures first CIF state championship
It's an unbelievable story of pride and sweet revenge for the Cubs from Riverside's California School for the Deaf.
Former LA Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. taken off plane in Miami
NFL free agent Odell Beckham Jr. was removed by police from an aircraft before takeoff at Miami International Airport after officials said he failed to respond to requests to buckle his seatbelt and appeared to be unconscious, police and airline officials said Sunday.
Chiefs slog their way past beat-up Rams for 26-10 victory
Patrick Mahomes threw for 320 yards and a touchdown, Isiah Pacheco ran for a score, and the Kansas City Chiefs slogged their way to a 26-10 victory over the beat-up Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.
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French bulldog named Winston wins best in show at National Dog Show
One of Winston's owners is an NFL player.
Amy Schneider wins "Jeopardy!" tournament of champions after huge year
She won the $250,000 grand prize. Schneider had a 40-game winning streak earlier this year, the second longest in the game show's history.
Todd and Julie Chrisley sentenced for bank fraud, tax evasion
In arguing for harsh sentences, a prosecutor said that "Todd and Julie Chrisley's arrogance merits special consideration."
Jay Leno released from hospital after 10-day stay for burn treatment
Comedian Jay Leno was released from the hospital on Monday after receiving 10 days worth of treatment for burns suffered to his face, chest and hands during a garage fire.
Arrest made in connection with attack on couple after Elton John concert
An arrest has been made in connection with the beating of a couple in a Dodger Stadium parking lot after an Elton John concert.
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Robbery suspects lead police on two pursuits after stealing Rolex off victim's wrist
The men were later arrested after the two separate pursuits. Officers later recovered the gun and the stolen watch.
USMNT gear up for must-win matchup against Iran following controversial social media post
The United States Soccer Federation controversially changed Iran's flag on social media to show support for protestors in Iran. Lauren Pozen reports.
Look At This: The Grove
Desmond Shaw flies us to what is considered one of Los Angeles' signature places to shop and dine. Dawning its Christmas décor and celebrating a major milestone, this place in Fairfax is known simply as The Grove.
Whittier College cuts several sports programs enraging student-athletes
Whittier College has decided to cut several of the school's sports programs much to the dismay of many student-athletes. Lesley Marin reports.
Friends, family grieve 18-year-old killed in tragic Sylmar crash
Friends and family of 18-year-old Emilio Aragundi are searching for answers after the teenager swerved into oncoming traffic to avoid a car exiting a parking lot. Joy Benedict reports.
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Britain's royal line of succession
Immediately upon the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, her eldest son, Prince Charles, became the new king. Here is a look at who else is in line.
The 50 most popular baby boy names
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Premiere for Dane Cook's new comedy special, 'Above it All'
Dane Cook's new comedy special "Above it All" debuted last night. The comedian filmed the special in front of a live audience sitting in his own backyard.
Freedom rally for Iran in Downtown Los Angeles
Thousands gathered in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday morning to call for change in Iran after Mahsa "Zhina" Amini, a Kurdish Iranian woman died in custody after being detained for failing to adhere to strict hijab laws in Iran.
Britain lays Queen Elizabeth II to rest
Royals, heads of state and mourners gather to honor Britain's longest-reigning monarch.
