California bill seeks to place speed cameras in road construction zones
A bill under consideration in the California legislature aims to prevent Caltrans worker deaths and injuries, by placing automated speed cameras in highway construction zones.
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A bill under consideration in the California legislature aims to prevent Caltrans worker deaths and injuries, by placing automated speed cameras in highway construction zones.
The mother of the survivor of Wednesday morning's horrific Tesla Cybertruck crash in the East Bay town of Piedmont that left three young adults from the East Bay community dead on Friday identified her son and the three other victims.
A young brother and sister died and more than a dozen people were injured, authorities said.
State Sen. Scott Wiener introduced legislation aimed at reducing traffic deaths, including a proposal requiring new vehicles to have devices that would limit speeding.
WCCO has uncovered criminal records showing a similar story connected with the suspect -- who WCCO is not naming until he is charged -- played out in California just five years ago.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
The crash took place at Peyton and Olympic View Drive around 8 a.m. on Friday.
The crash took place around 7:50 a.m. at the intersection of Marengo Avenue and Valley Boulevard, according to Lt. Ruben Soriano of the Alhambra Police Department.
The crash took place near Clearcreek Truck Trail just after 9 a.m. according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash occurred about 5:10 a.m. on the eastbound freeway at Rosemead Boulevard, according the California Highway Patrol.
One of the four victims was transported to a local trauma center in critical condition, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
There were multiple injuries reported in addition to the driver who died. A total of three cars were involved in the fatal crash.
The woman had been sleeping in cardboard boxes in the middle of a parking lot where a big rig truck was trying to make a U-turn. Kandiss Crone reports.
Police say the driver was found to be under the influence. Kara Finnstrom reports.
The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. Marci Gonzalez reports.
Costa Mesa Fire Department firefighters responded to a car fire just after 5 a.m. at the intersection of 17th Street and Newport Boulevard.
Sky9 was over the scene of a gruesome crash in Wilmington that left two people dead Thursday evening.
The cause of the Woodland Hills crash is under investigation. Serene Branson reports.
Shane Rivera of Glendale and Spencer Thomas of Santa Clarita were identified as two of the three people killed in the fiery crash. Chris Holmstrom reports.
The 45-year-old woman known as Sapphire was killed as she walked with her handicap walker in a South LA crosswalk. Lauren Pozen reports.
A friend of the woman who was killed said she used the walker to get around. Lauren Pozen reports.
The driver is in the hospital with major injuries after hitting a right shoulder wall, flipping over, and hitting the pedestrian. Serene Branson reports.
Kara Finnstrom reports from South Los Angeles, where an ongoing investigation into a deadly four-car crash continued early Friday morning. The crash reportedly occurred as a pair of suspects fled from police who had attempted a traffic stop on their vehicle.
One person was killed in a fiery collision on the side of the 101 Freeway in Westlake, after a car slammed into a barrier wall and tree on the side of the road before their car burst into flames.
Lauren Pozen reports from Windsor Hills, where a gruesome crash killed six people, injured eight and left a scene of devastation in its wake. As investigators continue to survey the incident, a memorial has begun to grow on the sidewalk where the crash occurred.
Will Smith tie a tiebreaking home run in the bottom of the ninth, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers over the San Diego Padres 4-3.
Jourdyn Godoy of Torrance faces charges of one felony count of possession of child pornography, and one misdemeanor count each of child annoyance and invasion of privacy, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
"Thank you very much, it's a great honor to receive this award, especially because I'm a native son of Los Angeles, as are my parents," Marin said.
Vice President JD Vance toured federal law enforcement operations and spoke in Los Angeles on Friday.
Former Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers center Vlade Divac underwent emergency surgery after breaking a hip in a fall from his motorcycle in Montenegro, doctors said Friday.
Jourdyn Godoy of Torrance faces charges of one felony count of possession of child pornography, and one misdemeanor count each of child annoyance and invasion of privacy, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
"Thank you very much, it's a great honor to receive this award, especially because I'm a native son of Los Angeles, as are my parents," Marin said.
Vice President JD Vance toured federal law enforcement operations and spoke in Los Angeles on Friday.
Former Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers center Vlade Divac underwent emergency surgery after breaking a hip in a fall from his motorcycle in Montenegro, doctors said Friday.
This is the 26th lava fountaining episode recorded at Kilauea since December. Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
Jourdyn Godoy of Torrance faces charges of one felony count of possession of child pornography, and one misdemeanor count each of child annoyance and invasion of privacy, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
"Thank you very much, it's a great honor to receive this award, especially because I'm a native son of Los Angeles, as are my parents," Marin said.
The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating a deadly hit-and-run in the Westlake District.
A Los Angeles father is speaking out after his wife and stepdaughter were taken into federal custody in early June during what he says was a routine immigration check-in.
Chief Michael Dorsey said at a Thursday news conference that these misunderstandings have led to people disrupting active police duties unrelated to ICE immigration operations.
Two sculptures valued at a combined $2.1 million were taken from an Anaheim warehouse last week, according to police.
Santa Ana community advocate Maria Corona said the 15-year-old is scared that he needs proof of citizenship.
A grassroots group in Orange County is helping family members track down their loved ones after they are detained during immigration operations.
Huntington Beach voters approved Measure A, eliminating the city's controversial library review board.
A former Orange County Assistant District Attorney was awarded $3 million by a San Diego jury this week after they found that she was forced to retire as a result of harassment from District Attorney Todd Spitzer and his assistant Shawn Nelson.
It happened a little before 1:30 p.m. near the Perris Valley Airport, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
It happened at around 7:30 a.m. on Highway 74 and Riverside Street, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
The National Guard and federal agencies joined the DEA to raid multiple marijuana grow operations in Southern California.
All evacuations have since been lifted, according to firefighters.
Police have arrested the driver who allegedly crashed into a woman during a protest in downtown Riverside over the weekend.
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
KCAL News Investigates gets answers after senior reporter Ross Palombo uncovers serious concerns regarding brush clearance in the wake of the Palisades Fire.
Councilwoman Traci Park vowed to get more resources for LAFD's brush clearance unit. Ross Palombo reports.
Vice President JD Vance toured federal law enforcement operations and spoke in Los Angeles on Friday.
Former Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers center Vlade Divac underwent emergency surgery after breaking a hip in a fall from his motorcycle in Montenegro, doctors said Friday.
This is the 26th lava fountaining episode recorded at Kilauea since December. Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
A judge said the Trump administration cannot tie federal transportation funding to cooperation with immigration authorities.
Unauthorized immigrants make up nearly 5% of the U.S. workforce, according to 2022 estimates, and a higher share in construction and agriculture.
Vice President JD Vance toured federal law enforcement operations and spoke in Los Angeles on Friday.
In a victory for President Trump, about 4,000 National Guard troops can remain in Los Angeles for now.
A judge said the Trump administration cannot tie federal transportation funding to cooperation with immigration authorities.
Some high-profile Democrats have been detained or prosecuted, in what one lawmaker called "strong-arm tactics" intended to "silence and intimidate people."
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
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.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Dr. Timothy Johnson says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Trump administration risks destroying America's medical research infrastructure and prompting a "brain drain" of scientists to other countries.
Some of the free supplies being provided include at-home COVID-19 test kits, condoms, fentanyl test strips and naloxone.
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
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.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Will Smith tie a tiebreaking home run in the bottom of the ninth, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers over the San Diego Padres 4-3.
Former Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers center Vlade Divac underwent emergency surgery after breaking a hip in a fall from his motorcycle in Montenegro, doctors said Friday.
Xander Bogaerts homered among his four hits and scored three runs, and the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 to avoid a four-game sweep.
Trent Grisham and Paul Goldschmidt hit consecutive homers in the second inning, and the Yankees beat the Angels 7-3 on Thursday to halt their six-game skid.
The Yankees ended their 30-inning scoreless streak, but managed just three hits in a 3-2 loss to the Angels on Wednesday.
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the month leading up to the "Friends" star's overdose death, will plead guilty, according to an agreement.
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
"Maybe Happy Ending" won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical.
Jonathan Joss was known for lending his voice to the role of John Redcorn in the animated sitcom "King of the Hill."
Festival organizers talk about Pride LIVE! -- a month-long celebration of LGBTQ+ pop culture.
Blue Ribbon Commission, in collaboration with UCLA, issued its Climate Action and Fire-Safe Recovery report, aimed at recovery, climate resilient rebuilding, and long-term fire preparedness.
Grae Drake reviews “28 Years Later,” “ Elio,” and “Sally.”
Musician Joe Rozum said that many people from his church and community were affected by the Palisades Fire, and he wanted to put together the June 29 Fire Relief Concert to raise funds and offer hope.
Jaymes Black, The Trevor Project CEO, discusses the termination of 988 option 3, Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth, under the Trump administration.
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.
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.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
