Report Reveals That Most LAPD Cameras Downtown Don't Work
An investigation by the Los Angeles Times has revealed that most of the security cameras in downtown Los Angeles haven't been working for nearly two years.
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An investigation by the Los Angeles Times has revealed that most of the security cameras in downtown Los Angeles haven't been working for nearly two years.
Criminals who try to toss evidence from their vehicle while running from the law will no longer be able to do so with GeoTag.
Disclaimer: If you win, you don't get anything. It's kind of like getting a perfect Score on the SATs, then going to Ohio State.
Thousands of civilian volunteers are helping to put a serious dent in the county crime rate, according to the L.A. County Sheriff's Department.
Detectives say a hate crime was committed on the front lawn of The Joslyn Center in Palm Desert.
Huntington Beach Police Tuesday searched for a desperate dad, who apparently turned to robbery to feed his kids.
The RAND Corp. Monday officially retracted a study published in September that linked increases in crime to the closing of marijuana dispensaries around Los Angeles.
How is that considered a success? Because the program's director says most of those involved have histories of gun use... and this time they only used their fists.
At the time, cops thought their crook had made a clean getaway, until a police dog bit into --what appeared to be-- a shrub.
Overall criminal activity has declined by more than 12.5 percent in the first nine months of 2011 compared with the same period last year.
The state of California is leading a national surge in anti-Semitic attacks and other incidents.
(D)eputies investigate a 24-year-old woman on suspicion of attacking her bf with a golf club. It was a 6-iron. This is odd, because 6-irons typically are used only for approach shots.
A study that claimed violent crime decreased in neighborhoods where marijuana dispensaries were not shut down is getting a hazy reception from the Los Angeles Police Department.
Violent crime has dropped significantly so far this year — but law enforcement officials give much of the credit for the decline to its civilian partners.
Two women and a man were arrested on suspicion of check fraud Thursday, according to El Monte police.
Solution: Jordan gets a "friend" top pull the trigger, by promising money or pain pills. I'd have thought he'd want to hang on to the pain pills.
Downtown L.A. has certainly seen quite a resurgence in the past decade, but the latest crime stats may give some reason to pause.
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced Friday the expansion of his 3-year-old Summer Night Lights program ,which keeps some public parks open at night during the summer to give teens a place to go and keep crime down.
The set-up: State trooper throws the switch, lights up blue-n-reds, to get a driver to pull over. That driver is standing on his seat; uppper half of body, sticking out of sunroof.
Crime boss James "Whitey" Bulger, on the run for almost 17 years, has been apprehended in Santa Monica, according to authorities.
2011 has seen fewer violent crimes committed in Los Angeles County, according to data released Wednesday.
A fresh batch of booking photographs. Or as fresh as some of these folks will get. Remember: don't call them 'mug shots.' Dignity, always dignity.
The Los Angeles Police Department is unveiling new surveillance cameras in the North Hills area.
Hey! Wait a second! $,1600 was charged at the motel where this guy's son just got married. (Not hotel; motel. -Ed.) And a lot of the other purchases looked like stuff somebody getting married would buy.
Gov. Jerry Brown asked groups representing crime victims and state prison guards on Monday to help him lobby Republican lawmakers on his proposal to close a budget deficit that once stood at nearly $27 billion.
Gabriela Gonzalez, her father and her then-boyfriend are accused of trying to hire a hitman to kill singer Jack Avery, the father of her 7-year-old daughter.
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a "rise" in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.
A brush fire has burned more than 200 acres and prompted evacuation orders and warnings for people living near Hemet.
The project called TREEAMS brings together students from Altadena, Pasadena, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu.
The Ventura County Fire Department said overnight, firefighters were able to make significant progress due to the favorable weather and cooler temperatures.
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
Gabriela Gonzalez, her father and her then-boyfriend are accused of trying to hire a hitman to kill singer Jack Avery, the father of her 7-year-old daughter.
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a "rise" in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.
Gabriela Gonzalez, her father and her then-boyfriend are accused of trying to hire a hitman to kill singer Jack Avery, the father of her 7-year-old daughter.
The project called TREEAMS brings together students from Altadena, Pasadena, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu.
Coffee With CBS LA wants to capture the modern stories of residents and families in Irvine, which is one of the region's most dynamic communities.
The Ventura County Fire Department said overnight, firefighters were able to make significant progress due to the favorable weather and cooler temperatures.
The Los Angeles Police Department is in pursuit of an armed suspect in the San Fernando Valley.
The new 3,700-gallon tank will help water-dropping helicopters quickly refill and return to dousing any wildfires in the area.
Disturbing video showing a dog chained up in the back of a pickup truck on the 5 Freeway in Southern California has sparked a call to action to help the pup find a new home.
The Tustin Police Department says Juan Marquez, 47, waited outside Sandra Fernandez's workplace before fatally shooting her.
There are beach hazards and high surf advisories throughout Southern California's coast, and a red flag warning for the Antelope Valley this weekend.
A 71-year-old man in Irvine is accused of beating a group of ducklings, killing one before throwing them in a trash can.
A brush fire has burned more than 200 acres and prompted evacuation orders and warnings for people living near Hemet.
The blaze was reported sometime before 11:30 a.m. and has since grown to engulf more than 700 acres near Jurupa Valley.
Los Angeles-area law enforcement agencies have announced that they will increase patrols around mosques and other houses of worship on Monday after a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego left five people dead, including the two alleged gunmen.
A Long Beach man was arrested in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 57-year-old woman in Riverside County over the weekend.
Firefighters found the man dead inside of a burning one-story building on North D Street at around 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, according to the San Bernardino County Fire Department.
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a "rise" in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.
A security guard who was among the victims killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego is being hailed for his heroism and bravery during the attack.
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
President Trump had accused the Treasury Department and IRS of unlawfully allowing a government contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin say their concern is there may be more emergency exit doors than flight attendants in the event of an evacuation.
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.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Athletics starter J.T. Ginn took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Monday night before Adam Frazier lined a leadoff single for the Los Angeles Angels and Zach Neto crushed a two-run walk-off homer to secure the unlikely 2-1 win.
The San Diego Padres snapped the Los Angeles Dodgers' five-game winning streak with a 1-0 victory.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed veteran reliever Jonathan Hernández and optioned reliever Chayce McDermott back to the minors after one appearance.
Hany Mukhtar scored three goals, his first hat trick since 2023, and Nashville SC beat Los Angeles FC 3-2.
Sunday's win at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, is only his second PGA tour victory, after winning the 2024 Wyndham Championship.
René Cárdenas, the first Spanish-language broadcaster for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers during a 60-year career, has died.
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
The 200-acre Verona Fire briefly forced evacuation orders and warnings for people living near Hemet on Tuesday afternoon. Mike Rogers reports.
A fast-growing fire that spread from the Santa Ana Riverbed into Jurupa Valley has forced evacuation orders and warnings for people living in nearby neighborhoods. Mike Rogers reports.
Cayleigh Capaldi and Kevin Earley discuss “The Sound of Music” and their favorite parts of the production.
Kristal Mendoza, hairstylist, talks about the positive response to trading services.
Jessica Naziri, Techsesh.co, shares some gadgets for stress relief.
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.
