Man connected to South LA fireworks explosion sentenced to 5 months in prison
Arturo Ceja III was sentenced to five months in prison and two years probation. Jake Reiner reports.
Arturo Ceja III was sentenced to five months in prison and two years probation. Jake Reiner reports.
A preliminary investigation into the blast by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms and Explosives' National Response Team found that the LAPD bomb squad significantly underestimated, based on a visual assessment, the weight of explosive material being loaded into the containment truck for detonation.
Many await the spectacular fireworks show that features the iconic Queen Mary.
Illegal fireworks lit up the sky all over LA as many celebrated the Fourth of July. Desmond Shaw reports.
The streets of Huntington Beach were packed with revelers this July 4th as the city hopes to put on an awesome display of fireworks. Jeff Nguyen reports.
CBSLA's Joy Benedict talks to some tailgaters waiting to see the spectacular fireworks show at the Rose Bowl.
This Fourth of July is already busy for Southern California's police agencies, who are cracking down on illegal fireworks across the region. Michele Gile reports.
The Patriotic Festival and Fireworks happens on July 2 at 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The family who lived on East 27th and San Pedro Streets in South Los Angeles were told they would be out of their homes for about 15 minutes. And yet, a year later, many still await their chance to sleep under their own roofs — after the botched detonation of a stash of illegal fireworks by the Los Angeles Police Department's bomb squad destroyed their houses.
Calfire Director of Community Wildfire Preparedness Chief Daniel Berlant joined to the studio to discuss how to practice safety while enjoying the brightest part of every 4th of July holiday -- the fireworks. He advises against illegal fireworks, and rather enjoying a safe and sanctioned display of professional level.
Kara Finnstrom reports on a buyback program hosted by the City of Los Angeles, LAPD and LAFD as they look to award citizens who turn over illegal fireworks with gift cards, as they continue to preach safety and to avoid using fireworks for a multitude of safety reasons, including the record-breaking drought affecting the area.
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
Authorities found 1700 pounds of illegal fireworks inside a storage container at a different location. The investigation later led them to an Azusa home where they found firework-making material and detained a man for questioning. Nicole Comstock reports.
At least one person was arrested on Monday after police seized a large number of illegal fireworks in Azusa. CBSLA's Nicole Comstock reports.
Tina Patel reports from a press conference held in order to alert the public of the true dangers presented by using illegal fireworks as the Fourth of July approaches, thanks to a looming heat wave and the record-breaking drought.
Tina Patel reports on the heat wave moving through the Southland that has firefighters on high alert due to the heightened fire dangers presented by the dry climate, hot weather and fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July.
Four firefighters were injured Friday after fireworks exploded inside an apartment burning in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach. Michele Gile reports.
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Police found the bodies of Jordan Block and Brian Xan Martin after Block's boyfriend allegedly stabbed and shot them to death.
When is Memorial Day 2024? Here's everything you need to know, including where to find the biggest deals.
More than two dozen death row inmates are now sitting in the California Institution for Men, much to the disdain of city officials who are now demanding something be done about the problem.
The family of Dijon Kizzee wins a $3.4 million settlement from Los Angeles County following the 2020 fatal shooting of the 29-year-old by two Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies.
Police found the bodies of Jordan Block and Brian Xan Martin after Block's boyfriend allegedly stabbed and shot them to death.
More than two dozen death row inmates are now sitting in the California Institution for Men, much to the disdain of city officials who are now demanding something be done about the problem.
The family of Dijon Kizzee wins a $3.4 million settlement from Los Angeles County following the 2020 fatal shooting of the 29-year-old by two Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies.
The alleged murder happened near an elementary school close to the 110 Freeway.
The driver attempted to get away from police by driving on several lawns before they crashed between a garbage truck and a parked car.
The family of Dijon Kizzee wins a $3.4 million settlement from Los Angeles County following the 2020 fatal shooting of the 29-year-old by two Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies.
The alleged murder happened near an elementary school close to the 110 Freeway.
The driver attempted to get away from police by driving on several lawns before they crashed between a garbage truck and a parked car.
Money saving expert Andrea Woroch goes over what to buy this Memorial Day weekend, and what items to skip.
A man was shot and killed after he allegedly stabbed a security guard near a Metro station in Hollywood Tuesday morning.
Police found the bodies of Jordan Block and Brian Xan Martin after Block's boyfriend allegedly stabbed and shot them to death.
A man drowned in Laguna Lake over the weekend.
Police discovered two dead bodies inside of a Santa Ana business park.
A UC Irvine senior expressed her determination to spread her message despite police arresting more than 200 of her peers at UCLA's pro-Palestinian encampment.
While it was nearly 32 years ago, Micah Stepanian still remembers the beautiful night with his friend Jeff Wilson. That beautiful night ended in tragedy, however, when a teen opened fire on the pair.
More than two dozen death row inmates are now sitting in the California Institution for Men, much to the disdain of city officials who are now demanding something be done about the problem.
Timoteo Gomez was sentenced to 21 years in federal prison for trafficking large quantities of meth from Mexico into the Inland Empire, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Three dozen people were arrested in connection with a string of retail thefts targeting Rancho Cucamonga's popular Victoria Gardens shopping center in recent weeks.
Police say that the man was threatening two women with a handgun early Sunday morning before he led a high speed chase that ended in a violent crash.
Campus police discovered an assault rifle registered to the student, as well as several high-capacity magazines, ammunition and "hand-drawn images in a journal depicting a violent act."
"No teacher should have to lie as part of their job". Ross Palombo talks to a teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School who says he was told to lie about class attendance, which is how the state calculates funding from your tax dollars.
The CDC recommends that at least 95% of students have the MMR vaccine in order to lower the risk of measles outbreaks at their school, but a recent KCAL News investigation shows that hundreds of SoCal schools are well below that number.
For months, migrants have arrived in Los Angeles on controversial buses chartered from Texas. With a lack of coordination from the Lone Star state, community groups stepped in to help bring things under control and helped hundreds across Southern California.
KCAL senior reporter Ross Palombo gets an unprecedented look into the tactics the LAPD uses to stop retail theft.
A federal court ruling involving a controversial arrest within Moreno Valley Unified School District could lead to big changes in school policies nationwide.
The start date for former President Trump's classified documents trial was originally scheduled for May 20.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
President Biden delivered the keynote address at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum's Annual Day of Remembrance Celebration.
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
The start date for former President Trump's classified documents trial was originally scheduled for May 20.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
President Biden delivered the keynote address at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum's Annual Day of Remembrance Celebration.
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
The California State Capitol Capitol doesn't generally work the way people think it does. We're following bills prompted by our reporting, to show you how things really work inside California's Capitol.
Governor Gavin Newsom is seeking a bold new step to open California medical facilities to Arizona doctors for abortions on their patients after the state's Supreme Court upheld an 1864 abortion ban.
California law says genetic testing companies have to get your permission before they store, use or sell your DNA, but the state itself doesn't have to get your permission and has been storing DNA samples from every baby born there since the '80s. Lawmakers want to change that, but face an uphill battle.
Robotaxis are hitting the streets of Los Angeles.
Disney is seeking approval from local officials to expand its California theme park offerings over the next four decades.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
Southern California Edison will pay $80 million to settle claims on behalf of the U.S. Forest Service connected to a massive wildfire that destroyed more than a thousand homes and other structures in 2017.
As he closes in on the Republican presidential nomination, former President Donald Trump made a highly unusual stop.
Shohei Ohtani continued his power surge with his fourth home run in three games and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 6-3 in Walker Buehler's first major league start in nearly two years.
Edward Olivares hit his first career grand slam and Mitch Keller pitched a five-hitter to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right posterior shoulder strain.
The Los Angeles Chargers added some depth to their wide receiver room by signing DJ Chark Jr. on Monday.
John McCarthy finished with five saves for Los Angeles and Stefan Frei stopped three shots for Seattle as the Galaxy and Sounders played to a scoreless draw.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
The 2024 Met Gala theme is "The Garden of Time" — to go along with the spring exhibition, titled "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
Former Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider is suing the makers of the documentary "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" for implying that he sexually abused children.
Angelito (A513756) is a 1-year-old pit bull mix. He likes to go on walks and cuddle and is ready for adoption: Pasadena Humane
A group of middle schoolers in Irvine are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week in unique fashion, working to raise funds so that they're beloved teacher can join them at a national competition that he's been training them for all year. Rina Nakano reports.
Alon Burstein breaks down the proposal accepted by Hamas, including the hostage swap for prisoners.
UCLA has launched an investigation into the violent clash between protests during campus encampment protests. Also, former President Donald Trump's classified documents trial is indefinitely postponed. Plus, we are tracking warm and gusty conditions in Southern California. Meteorologist Olga Ospina has your Next Weather forecast. Your top stories at the top of the hour, weekdays at 2p, 3p, and 7p streaming on CBS News Los Angeles.
Michele Gile reports from Chino Hills, where city officials and community members gathered to denounce the recent transfer of more than three dozen death row inmates to the Chino Institution for Men in recent weeks.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The Academy Awards will hand out filmmaking's top honor in 23 categories during the 2024 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern, 4 p.m. PDT.
Shots from the PGA's Genesis Invitational golf tournament held at the Riviera Golf Club in the Pacific Palisades.
Even a potentially historic storm bearing down on California couldn't keep the stars away from the red carpet ahead of the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.