Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
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The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
Two Southern California residents suspected of multiple felony and misdemeanor crimes and were arrested after a traffic stop in the Bay Area on Sunday evening, authorities said.
A three-month crackdown on illegal cannabis grows across California has led to the seizure of more than 66 tons of cannabis plants worth more than $200 million, according to state officials.
The operation was one of several that resulted in the Coast Guard seizing more than 100,000 pounds of cocaine from ships in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.
Thousands of pounds of narcotics were removed from vats of jalapeño paste that entered the U.S. last week in the back of a commercial truck, border agents said.
Nearly $4 million worth of fentanyl was seized near the U.S.-Mexico border thanks to the efforts of one Border Patrol K-9.
Agents seized about 1 million pills believed to contain fentanyl from an Inglewood home. Amy Johnson reports.
Two men have been charged with having enough fentanyl to kill nearly 5 million people. It is the largest drug bust in the area in almost 20 years.
The 26-year-old suspect had a loaded handgun and drugs in the car when he was pulled over, which led authorities to obtain a search warrant for the suspect's home.
Vincent Yen Tek Chiu intended to transport over 200 pounds of narcotics worth an estimated $4.5 million into Canada.
Four people were also arrested as a part of the operation.
The 21 kilos of carfentanil, 20 kilos of cocaine, and a kilo of heroin were seized during searches at two Perris homes, on Glimmer Way and another on Limousin Street, according to the Riverside County District Attorney's Office.
A Camarillo woman, 40-year-old Charlotte Dipaolo, was arrested Friday, June 25, by investigators at the Ventura County Pharmaceutical Crimes Unit for possession of a controlled substance and solicitation of a minor to sell drugs, among other charges.
Five people have been arrested and a large cache of methamphetamine, cocaine and heroin have been seized after a 5-month investigation into drug trafficking in Ventura County.
So far, the operation has led to at least 800 arrests and the seizure of eight tons of cocaine and more than 250 firearms.
A narcotics team from the LA County Sheriff's Department conducted a raid on 5th Street near Olympic Boulevard and arrested three people.
Deputies with the Orange County Sheriff's Department got more than they bargained for during a Wednesday traffic stop in Irvine.
A child left unattended in a car led to a drug bust in Victorville on the Fourth of July.
More than 1.7 tons of methamphetamine, cocaine and heroin were discovered on Jan. 11 concealed within a shipment of loud speakers on a ship at the Los Angeles/Long Beach seaport.
The co-founder of tech company Broadcom Henry T Nicholas III was arrested along with Ashley Fargo, reportedly the ex-wife of a Wells Fargo heir. She was found unconscious with a semi-deflated balloon in her mouth.
Federal agents have seized nearly 1 ton of cocaine, 850 pounds of methamphetamines, 93 pounds of heroin, 50 pounds of marijuana and $1.42 million in cash from warehouses and stash houses in several Inland Empire cities.
A rookie K-9 officer in California has already made a big impression on his new department after finding nearly 60 pounds of meth in a suspect's car.
Carlos Tapia-Ponce was convicted in LA 25 years ago for a 1989 raid that resulted in authorities finding more than 21 tons of cocaine
A fire lead officials to discover a large-scale pot-growing operation in San Bernardino.
Deputies have arrested eight people after serving a narcotics-related warrant at a home in the city of Perris.
Around 9:10 a.m., officials were able to get the man out of the water and he was taken into custody.
The water main break caused severe damage to the surrounding neighborhoods, including flooding parking garages where dozens of cars were left submerged and trapped.
Universal Studios said crews are still testing the roller coaster and are reviewing sound levels.
The family of Keith Porter was joined by community advocates on Wednesday as they demanded that charges be filed against the off-duty Department of Homeland Security agent who fatally shot Porter on New Year's Eve in Northridge.
Long Beach police have released photos of the alleged hit-and-run driver and vehicle involved in a crash that damaged several cars and left two people hospitalized in June.
LADWP Chief Operating Officer Anselmo Collins said the leak was of a 1916 36-inch trunk line.
Around 9:10 a.m., officials were able to get the man out of the water and he was taken into custody.
Universal Studios said crews are still testing the roller coaster and are reviewing sound levels.
The family of Keith Porter was joined by community advocates on Wednesday as they demanded that charges be filed against the off-duty Department of Homeland Security agent who fatally shot Porter on New Year's Eve in Northridge.
Long Beach police have released photos of the alleged hit-and-run driver and vehicle involved in a crash that damaged several cars and left two people hospitalized in June.
Around 9:10 a.m., officials were able to get the man out of the water and he was taken into custody.
The water main break caused severe damage to the surrounding neighborhoods, including flooding parking garages where dozens of cars were left submerged and trapped.
Universal Studios said crews are still testing the roller coaster and are reviewing sound levels.
The family of Keith Porter was joined by community advocates on Wednesday as they demanded that charges be filed against the off-duty Department of Homeland Security agent who fatally shot Porter on New Year's Eve in Northridge.
Long Beach police have released photos of the alleged hit-and-run driver and vehicle involved in a crash that damaged several cars and left two people hospitalized in June.
Huntington Beach police have arrested a man in connection with a fatal DUI crash that killed a 53-year-old woman in April after her car veered into the marshlands on the side of Pacific Coast Highway.
The lawsuit alleged that between August 2020 and April 2025, S&K Towing Inc illegally sold or disposed of nearly 150 vehicles, many of which were registered to Camp Pendleton addresses.
The rider and three passengers of the vehicle were hospitalized with injuries of varying severity, police said.
After an outcry from immigrant rights groups and residents, Costa Mesa city leaders will reconsider their use of Flock automatic license plate readers.
A man who was allegedly armed with an axe and multiple knives was arrested following an hours-long barricade inside a Fullerton business on Sunday afternoon, according to police.
Some Chino residents are voicing their concerns about a proposed 400-megawatt battery storage facility that is set to go before the city's planning commission on Wednesday night.
After nearly 45 years, Riverside County investigators have identified the Jane Doe whose remains were discovered in 1981 as the victim of a Los Angeles County murder.
Nearly 50 years after he was killed in a crash in Riverside County, authorities have finally identified the 18-year-old victim with the help of advances in forensic technology.
Friends and family are praying for the safe return of a 63-year-old Long Beach woman who is still missing after going on a dirt bike ride in San Bernardino County last week.
The California Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert for a 3-year-old who had last been seen in Kern County.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams said President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS had been filed for an "improper purpose."
Congress is returning to Washington with limited time to address a number of priorities ahead of a lengthy August recess and the sprint to the midterm elections.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
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.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
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.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
The inaugural roster for LOVB Los Angeles includes several Olympic medalists from the U.S. volleyball team.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina was a grudge match, reopening decades-old wounds for both countries.
Dylan Cease struck out the side in the first inning, combining with 10 relievers on a three-hitter in a show of pitching dominance that led the American League to a 4-0 win over the National League in the All-Star Game.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
After years of trying to bring the film industry back to Hollywood, it seemed that the recently passed tax incentive program was working for California. Now, more than 40 state lawmakers are warning that a provision buried in the new state budget could undo their progress.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, West Hollywood Mayor John Heilman and officials from the LA Department of Water and Power provided an update on the water main break that caused significant flooding. Chief Operating Officer Anselmo Collins said the leak came from a 1916 36-inch trunk line.
CBS LA reporter Rick Montanez shows how flooding from a water main break in West Hollywood has caused parked cars to crash into each other near Palm Avenue and Sunset Boulevard.
Southern California just experienced the hottest day of the and although the heat will continue it will be a few degrees cooler.
A major water main break in West Hollywood has flooded several streets and nearby apartment buildings. The rushing water has also trapped cars.
Boyle Heights residents near the burned warehouse demanded more action from state leaders during a community vigil on Wednesday. Hunter Sowards reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
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.
