Police arrests murder suspect in Downey
Police in Downey arrested a murder suspect who had been hiding in the riverbed beneath the 5 Freeway.
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Police standoff with homicide suspect in Downey
Police in Downey were attempting to detain a murder suspect, who is reportedly hiding in the riverbed somewhere beneath the 5 Freeway, and refusing to come out.
Middle school in Downey vandalized
Police in Downey arrested two people for an estimated $100,000 worth damage done to Sussman Middle School in Downey with a stolen tractor.
Second Alarm structure fire burns three buildings in Downey
Four different agencies were on hand to battle a large Second Alarm fire in Downey, that jumped to three separate buildings in the area, all of which were reportedly abandoned.
Son of rapper DJ Quik arrested on suspicion of murder
David Blake Jr. was taken into custody on Thursday in Porter Ranch in connection to the murder of Julio Cardoza, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Suspected DUI driver arrested in fiery crash on 105 Freeway that injured three CHP officers
CBS LA's Rachel Kim was live in Downey where she provided updates on the three California Highway Patrol officers injured Thursday morning when a suspected DUI driver slammed into their patrol vehicle.
3 CHP officers hurt in fiery wreck on 105 freeway in Downey
CBSLA learned that the CHP patrol car was stopped in a lane of the freeway in an effort to keep traffic away from an earlier crash when it was rear-ended.
Two-alarm fire tears through sports bar in Downey
The fire was burning at the 20/20 Draft House
Large Fire Tears Through Sports Bar In Downey
A large commercial blaze ripped through a sports bar in Downey Thursday morning.
Pandemic Hobby Leads To Successful Sneaker Business For Downey Couple
A Downey couple used their downtime during the pandemic to start a successful sneaker business that now calls some of the biggest stars in Hollywood and sports among their clients.
Students Mourn Warren High School Football Player Killed In 5 Freeway Crash
A group of students stopped to light a candle in front of a sign that said, "Rest Easy Angel" over an apparent nickname for Jaylon Connish, who was identified by authorities as the teen killed in the Saturday night crash off the 5 Freeway.
High School Student Killed, 2 Injured After Car Runs Off 5 Freeway In Downey
The crash occurred at around 10:50 p.m. on Saturday night. The gray Nissan Altima was traveling along the southbound 5 freeway and was merging onto the southbound 605 freeway, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Only On CBSLA: Driver Fleeing Sideshow In Downey Arrested
Sky 2 was over Firestone Boulevard and Old River School Road, where several vehicles were caught taking over the intersection and doing donuts Thursday night. When police arrived, one of the drivers apparently panicked and sped off.
Massive Fire Bursts Out At Historic 'Poor Farm' In Downey
The Downey Fire Department and the Los Angeles County Fire Department are attempting to battle a massive fire at the historic "Poor Farm" in Downey.
Authorities Apprehend Pursuit Suspect Wanted For Throwing Fireworks Out Of Vehicle
CHP officers apprehended a person wanted for throwing fireworks out of their vehicle Thursday, after being led on a brief pursuit.
Emergency Room At Kaiser's Downey Medical Center Temporarily Turns Away Ambulance Patients, Other Facilities May Also Go On Diversion
Kaiser this week put its Downey Medical Center on diversion, which means the facility will not accept new emergency room patients, who must be taken to get care at other hospitals.
Demand For COVID Testing Spikes Along With New Cases
At some drive-thru clinics, people who waited in long lines, spending hours in their cars, were turned away before getting their COVID test.
3 Teens Arrested In Armed Robbery Spree Across LA County
The robberies occurred at gas stations and convenience stores in Norwalk, Bellflower, Pico Rivera, Whittier, Downey and the city of Industry.
Exclusive: New Video Shows Heidi Planck In Downtown LA Less Than An Hour After She Was Last Seen
Planck's friends are hopeful that this new lead, placing the missing westside mom in downtown LA shortly after she was last seen, could bring a break in the case.
Information Continues To Mount In Heidi Planck Missing Person Case
Sources close to the situation report that there is new video of Planck at the apartment complex where her dog was found. Reports also indicate that Planck's ex-husband earned sole custody of their child on Friday.
Investigators Continuing Their Search For Heidi Planck Find More Video
Investigators have found new video that could be related to Heidi Planck's disappearance.
Friends Of Missing Woman Heidi Planck Searching For New Clues
Friends of Planck posted flyers in Downtown LA around the corner of 12th and Hope Street after Planck's dog was found wandering through the halls on the 28th floor of an apartment building nearby.
Heidi Planck, 39, Reported Missing From Downey After Failing To Pick Up Son From School
Police Thursday were searching for a missing 39-year-old Heidi Planck who was last seen in the Downey area.
CHP Motorcycle Officer Involved In Traffic Collision On Eastbound 105 Freeway At Bellflower Boulevard
The officer was transported to the hospital in unknown condition.
Inglewood Man Arrested In Playa Del Rey Hit-And-Run That Killed Of Downey Mother, Wendy Galdamez Palma
Darwin Dantzler, 39, was arrested Wednesday, but has since been released after posting $50,000 bail. According to Los Angeles County sheriff's jail records, he is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 12, 2022.
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Woman in her 40s stabbed to death in Canoga Park
Authorities Sunday said a woman in her 40s was stabbed to death in Canoga Park, and a search was underway for the suspect.
LA man among 3 victims killed in D.C. lightning strike
One of the victims killed by a lightning strike near the White House was from Los Angeles.
6 killed in fiery crash in Windsor Hills neighborhood
Officials with the California Highway Patrol are now reporting that there have been multiple fatalities, three adults, one infant, a fetus, and a body discovered in the burned out wreckage.
Actress Anne Heche recovering in ICU following Mar Vista crash
Actress Anne Heche remains hospitalized in an intensive-care unit Sunday after crashing her car into a home in Mar Vista.
Detmers, Moniak, Fletcher help Angels split DH with Mariners
Detmers (4-3) was dominant early, allowing just one hit through four innings. He got plenty of run support from the Halos' lineup.
Will Smith, Max Muncy drive Dodgers past Padres again, 8-3
Los Angeles improved the majors' best record to 74-33 with its 14th win in 17 games since hosting the All-Star Game last month.
One dead, four injured in Palmdale crash
Preliminary information indicated a vehicle making a left turn from 55th Street East to Palmdale Boulevard crashed into two vehicles, said Lt. Oscar Martinez of the Palmdale Sheriff's Station.
Third victim in White House lightning strike identified as Los Angeles resident
Brooks Lambertson was among the three people killed earlier this week after being struck by lightning during a storm in our nation's capital.
France hits 2-run HR, Kirby sharp as Mariners top Angels 2-1
France's homer came with two outs against starter Jaime Barria (1-2) and erased a one-run lead that came from Mickey Moniak's second-inning RBI single.
Family devastation: Brush fire in Woodcrest community destroys home
It's unclear at this moment how the fire started but it eventually spread to nearby structures on the 15000 block of Cartwright Drive.
San Clemente City Council blocks proposal to ban abortion clinics
City Councilman Steve Knoblock first proposed the resolution banning abortions in San Clemente.
74-year-old man suffering from diabetes, Alzheimer's disease missing in Carson
One person died Thursday when a vehicle crashed down an embankment in the Malibu area.
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Woman in her 40s stabbed to death in Canoga Park
Authorities Sunday said a woman in her 40s was stabbed to death in Canoga Park, and a search was underway for the suspect.
LA man among 3 victims killed in D.C. lightning strike
One of the victims killed by a lightning strike near the White House was from Los Angeles.
6 killed in fiery crash in Windsor Hills neighborhood
Officials with the California Highway Patrol are now reporting that there have been multiple fatalities, three adults, one infant, a fetus, and a body discovered in the burned out wreckage.
Actress Anne Heche recovering in ICU following Mar Vista crash
Actress Anne Heche remains hospitalized in an intensive-care unit Sunday after crashing her car into a home in Mar Vista.
Detmers, Moniak, Fletcher help Angels split DH with Mariners
Detmers (4-3) was dominant early, allowing just one hit through four innings. He got plenty of run support from the Halos' lineup.
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CBS2 Investigates: Are some celebrities using too much water amid drought restrictions?
Some A-list celebrities with multimillion dollar mansions in and around Calabasas are on a water budget like every other house in the Las Virgenes Water District, but a CBS2 investigation found that many of them have been going over their allotted amount.
CBS2 Investigates: Experts react to celebrities using excessive water amid drought restrictions
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. Now, some water environmentalists are concerned.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
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Detmers, Moniak, Fletcher help Angels split DH with Mariners
Detmers (4-3) was dominant early, allowing just one hit through four innings. He got plenty of run support from the Halos' lineup.
Will Smith, Max Muncy drive Dodgers past Padres again, 8-3
Los Angeles improved the majors' best record to 74-33 with its 14th win in 17 games since hosting the All-Star Game last month.
One dead, four injured in Palmdale crash
Preliminary information indicated a vehicle making a left turn from 55th Street East to Palmdale Boulevard crashed into two vehicles, said Lt. Oscar Martinez of the Palmdale Sheriff's Station.
Third victim in White House lightning strike identified as Los Angeles resident
Brooks Lambertson was among the three people killed earlier this week after being struck by lightning during a storm in our nation's capital.
San Clemente City Council blocks proposal to ban abortion clinics
City Councilman Steve Knoblock first proposed the resolution banning abortions in San Clemente.
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Irvine woman arrested for poisoning her husband
The husband suspected his wife of 10 years was poisoning him after he fell ill for over a month. The poisoning caused "significant internal injuries," according to police.
35-year-old man arrested in Anaheim for allegedly impersonating an officer
Richard Moore was arrested Wednesday after officers responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle with activated, police-style emergency lights in area of Euclid Street and Cerritos Avenue.
San Clemente councilman proposes resolution to ban abortions in the city
The proposed resolution makes exceptions for rape and incest and claims that enforcement would be within the power and authority of the council.
Santa Ana seniors on fixed incomes outraged after their rents jump 10%
The 10% rent hike for a one-bedroom unit in the building went from $1256 dollars to $1382 dollars a month bringing one woman to tears.
Santa Ana police detective charged after sending explicit content to decoy officer acting as minor
Gregory Daniel Beaumarchais was caught sending "graphic messages" to a decoy investigator posing as a 14-year-old girl as part of a sting operation.
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Rialto family mourns the death of mother and daughter killed in high-speed crash
Ashley Gilroy and her daughter Marlee Maldonado were killed after a driver, going 80-100 mph, rear-ended them in downtown Rialto.
Firefighters handle brushfire in Chino overnight; possibly caused by mylar balloon
The blaze was contained before it could reach a full acre's worth of vegetation.
80-year-old Norco store owner, who shot armed robber, speaks out
Craig Cope, who is recovering from a heart attack suffered during the traumatic event, spoke with CBSLA on his first day back in the store since the attempted robbery.
Riverside police officer killed in off-duty motorcycle crash in Nuevo
The crash occurred at around 7:15 p.m. on Pico Ave. and Santa Rosa Ave. Tuesday evening. The officer's identity was withheld.
Kind-hearted couple dies in possible electrical fire in San Bernardino
Dozens of people have stopped by the home of Carol and James Carty to pay their respects to the helpful and loving people.
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Alex Jones must pay $45.2 million in punitive damages, jury decides
The far-right broadcaster and conspiracy theorist had called the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting "a hoax."
Hiring surged in July, with employers adding 528,000 jobs
Job growth last month blows past analyst forecasts, as the U.S. jobless rate fell to the lowest since February 2020.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
DOJ charges 4 Louisville police officers connected to Breonna Taylor killing
The four current and former officers face various civil rights and obstruction charges stemming from Taylor's 2020 death.
Oreo announce the return of a fall flavor after five years
And Oreo isn't the only brand expected to make a fall flavor announcement this month.
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DOJ charges 4 Louisville police officers connected to Breonna Taylor killing
The four current and former officers face various civil rights and obstruction charges stemming from Taylor's 2020 death.
Paul Pelosi, Nancy Pelosi's husband, pleads not guilty to DUI misdemeanors
The husband of the speaker of the house has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor driving under the influence charges in connection with a May car crash.
Senate passes burn pit legislation to aid veterans
Watching the vote from the Senate gallery, comedian and vocal advocate of the bill Jon Stewart grew teary-eyed.
Biden, Harris endorse Rep. Karen Bass in LA mayor's race
In a statement, Biden and Harris said they were eager to work with Bass and her "innovative strategies" to deal with the city's homeless crisis and rising crime rates.
Pelosi lands in Taiwan amid high-pressure standoff with China
Pelosi said her visit was meant to honor "America's unwavering commitment to supporting Taiwan's vibrant Democracy."
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Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
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U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
5 more West Nile mosquito samples found in LACo Vector District
So far this season, there have been 35 positive mosquito samples in the greater L.A. area
LA County Board of Supervisors issues proclamation of local emergency amid rising Monkeypox cases
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has issued a proclamation of local emergency amid rising Monkeypox cases, following suit with California Governor Gavin Newsom's similar declaration on Monday.
Banana Boat spray sunscreens sold nationwide recalled over carcinogen
No injuries or deaths related to the products have been reported, the company said.
LA County expected to make decision Thursday on possible COVID mask mandate
The mandate was set to go into effect after two weeks of the county remaining in the "high" COVID-19 activity level.
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Amazon buys San Francisco-based One Medical for $3.9 billion
Amazon announced Thursday it will acquire the primary care organization One Medical in a deal valued roughly at $3.9 billion, marking another expansion for the retailer into health care services.
Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
Twitter laying off a third of its talent acquisition team
Twitter is laying off a portion of its recruiting team after previously saying it would pause most hiring.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
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Detmers, Moniak, Fletcher help Angels split DH with Mariners
Detmers (4-3) was dominant early, allowing just one hit through four innings. He got plenty of run support from the Halos' lineup.
Will Smith, Max Muncy drive Dodgers past Padres again, 8-3
Los Angeles improved the majors' best record to 74-33 with its 14th win in 17 games since hosting the All-Star Game last month.
France hits 2-run HR, Kirby sharp as Mariners top Angels 2-1
France's homer came with two outs against starter Jaime Barria (1-2) and erased a one-run lead that came from Mickey Moniak's second-inning RBI single.
Angels blow late lead, rally in 10th for 4-3 win over M's
The Angels led 3-0 going to the bottom of the ninth before Seattle scored three times with two outs to force extra inning.
Gonsolin, Dodgers 4-hit revamped Padres in 8-1 win
After paying homage to legendary broadcaster Vin Scully before Friday night's game, the Boys in Blue cruised to their sixth straight win.
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Actress Anne Heche recovering in ICU following Mar Vista crash
Actress Anne Heche remains hospitalized in an intensive-care unit Sunday after crashing her car into a home in Mar Vista.
USPS issues Buzz Lightyear stamps in Hollywood
The stamps display art from Pixar Animation Studios showing Buzz Lightyear in several different poses with the phrase "Go Beyond." The decision to release the stamps coincides with the recent release of "Lightyear," a prequel to the beloved "Toy Story" series.
Pat Carroll, Emmy winner and voice of Ursula, dies at 95
Carroll's daughter announced the passing of the Emmy-winning actress on Instagram Sunday.
Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura on 'Star Trek,' has died at 89
Nichelle Nichols, known for her role as Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek: The Original Series" has died at the age of 89.
Will Smith addresses Chris Rock slap at Oscars in apology video
Smith said he didn't apologize during his Oscar's acceptance speech because he was "fogged out by that point."
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Finals of US Open of Surfing get underway in Huntington Beach
Sunday marked the final day for the US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach. Tena Ezzeddine reports.
LA man among 3 victims killed in DC lightning strike
One of the victims killed by a lightning strike near the White House was from Los Angeles. Nichelle Medina reports.
Alex Biston's weather forecast (Aug. 7)
The heat is expected to linger through the week. Alex Biston reports.
Actress Anne Heche recovering in ICU following Mar Vista crash
Actress Anne Heche remains hospitalized in an intensive-care unit Sunday after crashing her car into a home in Mar Vista. Rachel Kim reports.
Flooding in Death Valley strands drivers, hotel guests
Around 1,000 got trapped inside Death Valley National Park this weekend after a monsoonal storm drenched the area with rain.
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Vin Scully: Life over the years
Legendary Dodger broadcaster Vin Scully died Tuesday, August 2, at the age 94.
2022 Home Run Derby at Dodger Stadium
Eight of Major League's Baseball best hitters compete to see who can hit the most home runs in one day at Dodger Stadium.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
