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State officials are warning residents to beware of scammers targeting illegal immigrants who want to take advantage of President Barack Obama's newly announced executive order on immigration.
Listeners were invited to ask questions by calling 1-866-569-1070 or through Twitter using #knximmigration.
Loyola Marymount University Professor Michael Genovese stopped by KCAL9 Saturday to discuss the context surrounding the issue.
Millions of immigrants who lack legal status in California would be eligible for protection from deportation and a federal permit to work legally under a plan announced by President Barack Obama.
Analysts say an estimated 2.5 million undocumented immigrants who live in California could be affected by President Obama's expected executive order.
Immigrants in the country illegally already are flooding attorneys' offices with calls to see if they can qualify under President Barack Obama's yet-to-be-announced plan to shield as many as 5 million immigrants from deportation.
While Congressional Republicans have warned President Obama against moving forward on plans for executive action on immigration reform, Senator Barbara Boxer wants the President to ignore those warnings.
Mexican immigrants in the country illegally will need one form of valid identification from their country to apply for a California driver's license while other immigrants will need at least two, state officials said Friday.
The LAUSD is responding to criticism from employees after cafeteria workers were told to only speak English.
Worker unions are firing back at the Los Angeles Unified School District after they allegedly told cafeteria workers at Harvard Elementary School they could only speak English on campus.
Mayor Eric Garcetti spoke Wednesday at a White House special event in honor of those who have helped immigrants navigate the naturalization process.
Latino artists from across the nation are heading to Los Angeles to show their talents and skills in a national theater festival as part of Hispanic Heritage Month.
The Obama administration is spending $4 million on lawyers for unaccompanied immigrant children in deportation proceedings, a move an influential Republican lawmaker says is illegal and will fuel an increase in illegal immigration.
Nancy Luna fought back tears Friday as she discussed her husband's ordeal.
Many immigrants flooding across the southern border of the U.S. say they're fleeing violent gangs in Central America.
Kamala Harris called the surge in young immigrants a humanitarian crisis, echoing comments made a day earlier by Gov. Jerry Brown, a fellow Democrat.
California Gov. Jerry Brown won't be deploying National Guard troops to the Mexico border like Texas is doing in response to an influx of immigrants.
Federal law lets legal immigrants be deported if they are given a sentence of one year or more. But California law defines misdemeanors as crimes qualifying for jail terms of a year or less.
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has convened with non-profits to shelter undocumented immigrant children in L.A. while they await court hearings on whether they can remain in the United States.
Hundreds gathered for a special Mass and to touch the statue's chest, where a bone from the saint was placed.
The city of Bell is planning to open a temporary shelter for some of the Central American children who have arrived at the U.S.-Mexico border in recent months.
Immigration activists came together in Murrieta to show support for the undocumented immigrants flooding into the country.
Dozens of people rallied Tuesday outside the Port Hueneme Naval Base, where 575 undocumented immigrants have been detained since last month.
KCAL9's Adrianna Weingold reports hundreds marched outside the federal building, pushing for immigration reform, immigrant rights, and safe passage for children seeking refuge in the U.S.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) will no longer comply with federal immigration detainer requests issued without judicial review, Mayor Eric Garcetti announced Monday.
Police say that the suspect grabbed the boy and dragged him to a secluded area before sexually assaulting him over the weekend in Westminster.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
During a demonstration, cybersecurity experts showed how readily available apps can transform a person's appearance in real time to create a deep fake.
Ghost had laid eggs and entered the final stage of her life cycle, called senescence, back in September and died a natural death on Tuesday, aquarium staff said.
Gabriela Bautista, 46, died from rattlesnake venom toxicity, according to the Ventura County Medical Examiner's Office.
Ivanna Ortiz, 35, pleaded not guilty to one count of attempted murder, 10 felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three felony counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or camper.
Police say that the suspect grabbed the boy and dragged him to a secluded area before sexually assaulting him over the weekend in Westminster.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
Ghost had laid eggs and entered the final stage of her life cycle, called senescence, back in September and died a natural death on Tuesday, aquarium staff said.
Gabriela Bautista, 46, died from rattlesnake venom toxicity, according to the Ventura County Medical Examiner's Office.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
During a demonstration, cybersecurity experts showed how readily available apps can transform a person's appearance in real time to create a deep fake.
Ghost had laid eggs and entered the final stage of her life cycle, called senescence, back in September and died a natural death on Tuesday, aquarium staff said.
S&K Towing Inc. is accused of illegally selling or disposing of vehicles, many of which were towed from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Ivanna Ortiz, 35, pleaded not guilty to one count of attempted murder, 10 felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three felony counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or camper.
Police say that the suspect grabbed the boy and dragged him to a secluded area before sexually assaulting him over the weekend in Westminster.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
S&K Towing Inc. is accused of illegally selling or disposing of vehicles, many of which were towed from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve said rattlesnakes have been coming out to warm themselves in the early-year heat.
Bluey, Bingo and the Heeler family made their grand debut at Disneyland Park on Sunday, with the "Bluey's Best Day Ever" fan experience that transports visitors into the heart of the acclaimed animated series.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
One person was killed and three others were injured in a crash involving at least five vehicles on the 15 Freeway in Lake Elsinore on Tuesday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved a termination of contract for the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival due to unpaid bills on Tuesday, potentially ending a nearly 40-year run for the Inland Empire event.
More than 20 years after an investigation into a Moreno Valley homicide began, Riverside County deputies have finally made an arrest.
Summer gasoline regulations will be waived for 20 days, and possibly longer to try to ease gas prices.
The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
Savannah Guthrie said her family is in agony as she made a tearful plea for someone "to do the right thing" nearly two months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared.
The orphaned bear cubs will receive intensive care even as their exposure to humans is limited, the San Diego Humane Society said.
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
Summer gasoline regulations will be waived for 20 days, and possibly longer to try to ease gas prices.
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
A CBS News analysis of Los Angeles County hospice records found indications of fraud are growing. The House Oversight Committee is now investigating.
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
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.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
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.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will begin their upcoming season in the National Football League's first regular-season game in Australia, league officials said.
Mikael Granlund scored twice, Alex Killorn had a goal and an assist, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-3.
Yegor Sharangovich scored in the fourth round of the shootout to lead the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.
The city has special ties to the Japanese community and wanted to honor the Japanese players who helped make the Dodgers champions.
Kawhi Leonard scored 28 points in 25 minutes and the Los Angeles Clippers pummeled the Milwaukee Bucks 129-96.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Bluey, Bingo and the Heeler family made their grand debut at Disneyland Park on Sunday, with the "Bluey's Best Day Ever" fan experience that transports visitors into the heart of the acclaimed animated series.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Michele Gile reports from Carson, where she speaks with an independent truck driver who is one of many struggling to grapple with the rising gas prices caused by the war in Iran.
The widow of a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy who was killed in an explosion last year has filed a legal claim saying that the department failed her husband and that he was not properly trained for the incident that killed him. Mike Rogers reports.
A father says that he was arrested in early March for taking matters into his own hands by installing stop signs and repainting a neglected and dangerous El Segundo intersection. Jasmine Viel reports.
A tour with Capt. Dave's Dolphin and Whale Watching Safari in Dana Point
Emily Longeretta, Variety’s director of features, discusses“The Bachelorette” controversy and the “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” franchise.
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.
