L.A.'s immigrant community beset by fear as students return to school
Some undocumented mothers in Los Angeles told CBS News they are unwilling to risk sending their children to school at all.
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Some undocumented mothers in Los Angeles told CBS News they are unwilling to risk sending their children to school at all.
A federal immigration operation happened right outside the venue in downtown LA where Governor Gavin Newsom was holding a news conference about redistricting. KCAL's Tom Wait and Jeff Nguyen provide team coverage.
New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in our area. As Senior Reporter Ross Palombo found, we can now see exactly where these detainees are going.
Agents conducted a border patrol operation outside Gov. Newsom's redistricting news conference in Downtown L.A.
Federal agents were seen outside a redistricting news conference held by Gov. Newsom in Downtown LA.
KCAL News talks with the mother of a 15-year-old boy, detained by federal agents all because of mistaken identity. In this emotional interview, the mother explains in Spanish the ordeal to Luzdelia Caballero.
Huntington Park, California, is 95.6% Latino, and as many as 45% of the residents are undocumented, according to the city.
Immigration attorney Mariela Caravetta discusses the Trump administration's reopening of old immigration cases, including dozens of her clients.
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to stay a lower court's order blocking immigration stops in Southern California.
The immigration raids at the center of the legal battle triggered massive protests in the Los Angeles area in June, as well as widespread fears among the region's large Latino community.
Statistics indicate Texas saw nearly a quarter of all ICE arrests during President Trump's first 5 months in office. About 11% of arrests occurred in Florida and 7% in California.
KCAL News Anchor Pat Harvey launches a new series where she dives into various topics and issues with her guests in a more intimate and unfiltered setting. This week, Pat sits down with Representative Maxine Waters, who has been representing California's 43rd congressional district since 1991, to discuss her incredible career, no-nonsense style, and what's next for her. We should note that the views expressed during this interview are solely those of Rep. Waters and reflect her personal opinions and perspective. They do not represent the views of KCAL News.
KCAL News Anchor Pat Harvey launches a new series where she dives into various topics and issues with her guests in a more intimate and unfiltered setting. This week, Pat sits down with LA businessman Rick Caruso to discuss his successful career in real estate across Southern California, the issues facing Los Angeles, and his future in politics.
Protesters attempt to stop federal agents leaving a farm in Camarillo after an hours-long standoff. KCAL's Desmond Shaw reports on the flaring tensions as a large convoy leaves the Ventura County location.
Tensions in Ventura County escalated between protesters and U.S. Border Patrol agents near a farm in Ventura County. KCAL's Desmond Shaw and Joy Benedict report from Camarillo as the standoff continues between federal agents and protesters.
The Catholic Diocese of Sacramento announced it is standing in solidarity with the San Bernardino diocese, whose bishop said in a letter to parishioners that they can skip Sunday mass over fears that ICE raids could lead to arrests on church grounds.
Is Los Angeles really the most intense immigration enforcement spot in the country? Senior reporter Ross Palombo dives into the numbers from federal government's own data.
KCAL News Anchor Pat Harvey launches a new series where she dives into various topics and issues with her guests in a more intimate and unfiltered setting. This week, Pat sits down with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass to discuss the major issues facing the city, including the fires, immigration raids, homeless crisis, etc.
Former champion boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is allegedly wanted on an arrest warrant in Mexico, officials said.
More than half the people ICE has detained under President Trump have no criminal conviction, while roughly 8% were convicted of violent crimes, an analysis of new data by CBS News finds.
The court ruled that universal injunctions issued by lower courts likely exceed the authority Congress has granted them.
ICE is holding around 59,000 detainees in facilities across the country, likely setting a record high, according to internal government data obtained by CBS News.
Unauthorized immigrants make up nearly 5% of the U.S. workforce, according to 2022 estimates, and a higher share in construction and agriculture.
Some high-profile Democrats have been detained or prosecuted, in what one lawmaker called "strong-arm tactics" intended to "silence and intimidate people."
The 2,000 troops will join about 2,100 National Guard soldiers and 700 Marines who are already deployed in L.A.
Chris Kreider and Beckett Sennecke scored goals, Lukas Dostal survived a barrage of shots in the final minutes, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Dallas Stars 3-1 to snap a nine-game skid.
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
Jordan Marsh hit four 3-pointers and finished with 20 points, both season highs, to help USC beat Maryland 88-71 on Tuesday night.
LeBron James had 31 points.LeBron James had 31 points. 10 assists and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers emphatically snapped their three-game skid with a 141-116 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.
Eight Southern California counties have joined to make up the league, which is launching its inaugural season in June 2026.
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
Eight Southern California counties have joined to make up the league, which is launching its inaugural season in June 2026.
The team will now be known as the Long Beach Coast, along with a second identity paying homage to the city's hip-hop legacy.
Dozens of people lined up along Firestone Boulevard in Downey to protest against recent immigration operations in the city.
UCLA has received a donation of more than $40 million from the estate of late alumnus Lawrence "Larry" Layne, who graduated from the school in 1977. The largest amount of the gift will go towards the school's athletic program, namely the football and men's basketball programs.
Eight Southern California counties have joined to make up the league, which is launching its inaugural season in June 2026.
The team will now be known as the Long Beach Coast, along with a second identity paying homage to the city's hip-hop legacy.
Dozens of people lined up along Firestone Boulevard in Downey to protest against recent immigration operations in the city.
UCLA has received a donation of more than $40 million from the estate of late alumnus Lawrence "Larry" Layne, who graduated from the school in 1977. The largest amount of the gift will go towards the school's athletic program, namely the football and men's basketball programs.
The shooting happened near the Union Pacific Railroad and E. Artesia Boulevard at around 7:30 p.m. on Monday, police said.
The abandoned Westminster Mall has turned into a hotspot for vandalism since shuttering in late 2025, according to police who are attempting to raise awareness about the issue.
A dog lost in a remote Orange County canyon for two days was rescued over the weekend due to new thermal drone technology used by Mission Viejo Animal Services.
An Orange County man who suffered a heart attack on a pickleball court last month reunited with the off-duty firefighter who saved his life.
The crash happened at around 6:30 p.m. on N. Grand Avenue, according to police. They said that the driver originally fled from the scene but returned as they were investigating the incident.
The suspects barricaded themselves inside the handbag store after Irvine police quickly surrounded them.
Firefighters said that the woman suffered severe burns when she escaped from the burning mobile home at around 11 a.m on Tuesday.
Police said that the driver was hospitalized in critical condition after he was stabbed multiple times by a passenger on Saturday morning.
The cashier said the suspect asked for Oreo ice cream before pulling out a knife and demanding money.
While it's not clear what caused the big rig to topple, high winds are in the region's forecast for Thursday.
Deputies estimated that the plants are worth a street value of over $1 million.
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, the committee's chairman, said the panel will move next week on holding them in contempt.
The Supreme Court heard two cases involving laws from Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
Councilman Bob Blumenfield, said the regulation was an "uncommonly silly law" when he introduced the motion last year. Council members unanimously voted to draft a motion that will repeal the city law.
The White House defended a video that appeared to show President Trump flipping off a person who yelled at him while touring a Ford factory in Michigan on Tuesday.
Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, the committee's chairman, said the panel will move next week on holding them in contempt.
The Supreme Court heard two cases involving laws from Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
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.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
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.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Chris Kreider and Beckett Sennecke scored goals, Lukas Dostal survived a barrage of shots in the final minutes, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Dallas Stars 3-1 to snap a nine-game skid.
Jordan Marsh hit four 3-pointers and finished with 20 points, both season highs, to help USC beat Maryland 88-71 on Tuesday night.
LeBron James had 31 points.LeBron James had 31 points. 10 assists and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers emphatically snapped their three-game skid with a 141-116 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.
Eight Southern California counties have joined to make up the league, which is launching its inaugural season in June 2026.
The team will now be known as the Long Beach Coast, along with a second identity paying homage to the city's hip-hop legacy.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Dozens of people lined up along Firestone Boulevard in Downey to protest against recent immigration operations in the city. Lesley Marin reports.
Laurie Perez reports from the LA Memorial Coliseum, where hundreds of former and current Olympians and Paralympians gathered on Tuesday to help promote the first ticket registration window for the LA28 Olympics.
Nicole Comstock and Desmond Shaw provide team coverage on the massive fire that broke out inside of a vacant church in North Hills on Tuesday night, briefly threatening the four-story apartment building next door before firefighters extinguished the flames.
After nearly two hours, firefighters finally extinguished a large fire at a vacant church in North Hills that temporarily threatened an apartment complex next door.
Firefighters said that flames from the boarded-up business were threatening the four-story apartment building next door, prompting evacuations for residents.
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.
