Woman Cuts Family Off From WiFi Over Health Concerns
A local mother's health concerns prompted her to cut her family off from wireless and wants more research conducted into the safety of WiFi.
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SEC Questions LAUSD Officials On Use Of Bonds For iPad Project
The Securities and Exchange Commission recently questioned Los Angeles Unified School District officials as part of informal inquiry into whether they properly used bond funds for a beleaguered $1.3 billion project to provide an iPad for every student.
LAUSD Asks Apple For Reimbursement Of English, Math Software For Student iPads
The Los Angeles Unified School District is telling Apple it's dissatisfied with the Pearson Education curriculum for student iPads and wants reimbursement for all the learning materials schools haven't been able to use.
Ventura Man, 34, Says He Was Robbed Of 2 iPads From Craigslist 'Buyer'
The alleged victim described the suspect as a white male, about 35 years of age.
LAUSD Committee Approves $13M Plan To Buy More iPads
Los Angeles Unified School District officials got the green light Thursday to spend another $13 million on iPads and laptops to use in student testing planned for the spring.
3 Boys Suspected Of Stealing iPads From Perris School
Three boys are suspected of stealing iPads from an elementary school in Perris.
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Parents Challenge Superintendent Over LAUSD's Spending On iPads Over Teachers, Repairs
LAUSD Superintendent John Deasy received difficult questions Monday night from parents concerned about the district's controversial plan to buy more iPads for students rather than investing in more teachers and school supplies.
'Smart Policing' Effort Credited For Drop In San Fernando Valley Property Crimes
Property crimes in the north San Fernando Valley have dropped dramatically since the start of the new year, police said Monday.
Baldwin Hills Preschool Receives iPads For Blended Learning Program
A low-income preschool in Baldwin Hills received iPads this week to provide children with the ST Math early learning program implemented at 10 Los Angeles Universal Preschool sites.
2 Men Arrested In Thefts Of 69 iPads, Computers From OC School
Orange County police have arrested two men believed to be responsible for a pair of school burglaries that resulted in theft of more than 60 iPads and Apple computers.
Only On KCAL9: RadioShack Employee Relates Fear Of Being Held Up By Gunpoint
"They told us to put our hands up and said [if we didn't comply] 'We will shoot you."'
The Latest On LAUSD's School Superintendent Deasy: Will He Stay, Or Will He Go?
Deasy says he isn't talking until Tuesday.
LAUSD Superintendent Wants To Slow iPad Rollout
The leader of the nation's second-largest school district wants to put the brakes on an ambitious $1 billion plan to place iPads in the hands of every student.
LAUSD Takes Back iPads From Students In Wake Of Hacking Reports
Officials with the Los Angeles Unified school district have begun confiscating iPad tablet computers from students following reports of hacking and misuse of the devices, according to reports Tuesday.
LAUSD May Need To Spend Millions On Keyboards To Go Along With Students' iPads
The Los Angeles Unified School District may need to spend millions on wireless keyboards to go along with students' pricey iPads.
iPads, Copper Wiring Stolen In San Bernardino School Burglaries
Authorities were searching for suspects Monday in a recent rash of burglaries at several San Bernardino schools.
LAUSD Under Scrutiny For $30M iPad Purchase For Students
The L.A. Unified School District is under scrutiny for a proposed plan to purchase $30M in iPads for students.
More Advanced Degrees Needed For Health Workers In Los Angeles
In the wake of rapid technological advances, education is becoming more and more important for health workers.
SEO Firm Founder In Los Angeles Values Education Within Organization
Education is the foundation of the digital economy in Los Angeles.
Burglars Allegedly Nab Nearly 60 iPads From Manhattan Beach Elementary School
Two men and a woman allegedly stole 59 iPads from an elementary school in Manhattan Beach over the weekend.
Thieves Break Into 2 SoCal Schools, Escape With iPads
Thieves have broken into two Southern California schools and escaped with $12,000 worth of iPads.
Art Created By Shelter Cats On iPads For Sale
A Los Angeles animal shelter that lets its cats chase toys on top of iPads hope the digital art created by the movement will encourage donations of money and tablet computers.
Laptops, iPads Belonging To Mitt Romney Staffers Stolen
Laptops and iPads containing sensitive information about Republican presidential front-runner Mitt Romney's campaign were stolen from an SUV in San Diego last week.
iPads Coming to Mater Dei High School Campus
Mater Dei High School is taking a new approach to learning. During the upcoming 2011-2012 school year, the school will hand out the Apple iPad to all their students and teachers.
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Kinecta Federal Credit Union distributes backpacks filled with school supplies to students
Organizers said a typical family spends roughly $850 annually on school supplies annually.
Dodgers beat Padres 4-0, make statement with 3-game sweep
Cody Bellinger's pair of homeruns led the way offensively for the Boys in Blue who completed the sweep of San Diego.
6 killed in fiery crash in Windsor Hills neighborhood
Officials with the California Highway Patrol are now reporting that there have been multiple fatalities, three adults, one infant, a fetus, and a body discovered in the burned out wreckage.
Glendora all-star team's dreams of playing in little league world series come up short
Parents, families and fans of the Glendora American all-stars packed the stands in San Bernardino Sunday afternoon to watch the elimination game.
Mother killed by tow truck driver in fatal hit and run in South LA
Virginia Meza, who was 68-years-old, was going outside around 8 p.m. on Saturday to get something out of her car when she was hit. The tow truck driver took and is still outstanding.
Winker hits slam, Mariners drop Angels 6-3; Ohtani shaken up
Ohtani finished the remainder of the game after colliding with Gonzales near the on-deck circle during his second plate appearance.
Firefighters battle brush fire in Angeles National Forest
Angeles National Forest firefighters were battling a half-acre brush fire near the Stoneyvale picnic area in Big Tujunga Canyon.
Slava Medvedenko auctions Lakers title rings for Ukraine Relief
Medvedenko's championship ring from the 2001 and 2002 season each sold for $126,767.
Family asking for help in finding missing Inglewood woman
Family members of Ronnetta Faye Martian last saw her on Aug. 1 in Rosamond, Calif. with two men.
Woman allegedly behind wheel of deadly Windsor Hills crash in custody
The fiery crash claimed the lives of six people, including a pregnant mother and her unborn child as well as the woman's infant son who was going to turn one-years-old this month.
Authorities raid illegal cockfighting ring in Jurupa Valley
Riverside Sheriffs and Animal Services officers "humanely" euthanized around 150 birds, according to a press release.
Cincinnati mass shooting leaves 9 wounded as police search for suspects
Police are searching for at least two suspects after nine people were left wounded in a mass shooting in downtown Cincinnati during the early hours of Sunday morning.
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Kinecta Federal Credit Union distributes backpacks filled with school supplies to students
Organizers said a typical family spends roughly $850 annually on school supplies annually.
Dodgers beat Padres 4-0, make statement with 3-game sweep
Cody Bellinger's pair of homeruns led the way offensively for the Boys in Blue who completed the sweep of San Diego.
6 killed in fiery crash in Windsor Hills neighborhood
Officials with the California Highway Patrol are now reporting that there have been multiple fatalities, three adults, one infant, a fetus, and a body discovered in the burned out wreckage.
Glendora all-star team's dreams of playing in little league world series come up short
Parents, families and fans of the Glendora American all-stars packed the stands in San Bernardino Sunday afternoon to watch the elimination game.
Mother killed by tow truck driver in fatal hit and run in South LA
Virginia Meza, who was 68-years-old, was going outside around 8 p.m. on Saturday to get something out of her car when she was hit. The tow truck driver took and is still outstanding.
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CBS2 Investigates: Are some celebrities using too much water amid drought restrictions?
Some A-list celebrities with multimillion dollar mansions in and around Calabasas are on a water budget like every other house in the Las Virgenes Water District, but a CBS2 investigation found that many of them have been going over their allotted amount.
CBS2 Investigates: Experts react to celebrities using excessive water amid drought restrictions
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. Now, some water environmentalists are concerned.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
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Kinecta Federal Credit Union distributes backpacks filled with school supplies to students
Organizers said a typical family spends roughly $850 annually on school supplies annually.
Dodgers beat Padres 4-0, make statement with 3-game sweep
Cody Bellinger's pair of homeruns led the way offensively for the Boys in Blue who completed the sweep of San Diego.
Mother killed by tow truck driver in fatal hit and run in South LA
Virginia Meza, who was 68-years-old, was going outside around 8 p.m. on Saturday to get something out of her car when she was hit. The tow truck driver took and is still outstanding.
Family asking for help in finding missing Inglewood woman
Family members of Ronnetta Faye Martian last saw her on Aug. 1 in Rosamond, Calif. with two men.
Authorities raid illegal cockfighting ring in Jurupa Valley
Riverside Sheriffs and Animal Services officers "humanely" euthanized around 150 birds, according to a press release.
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Irvine woman arrested for poisoning her husband
The husband suspected his wife of 10 years was poisoning him after he fell ill for over a month. The poisoning caused "significant internal injuries," according to police.
35-year-old man arrested in Anaheim for allegedly impersonating an officer
Richard Moore was arrested Wednesday after officers responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle with activated, police-style emergency lights in area of Euclid Street and Cerritos Avenue.
San Clemente councilman proposes resolution to ban abortions in the city
The proposed resolution makes exceptions for rape and incest and claims that enforcement would be within the power and authority of the council.
Santa Ana seniors on fixed incomes outraged after their rents jump 10%
The 10% rent hike for a one-bedroom unit in the building went from $1256 dollars to $1382 dollars a month bringing one woman to tears.
Santa Ana police detective charged after sending explicit content to decoy officer acting as minor
Gregory Daniel Beaumarchais was caught sending "graphic messages" to a decoy investigator posing as a 14-year-old girl as part of a sting operation.
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Rialto family mourns the death of mother and daughter killed in high-speed crash
Ashley Gilroy and her daughter Marlee Maldonado were killed after a driver, going 80-100 mph, rear-ended them in downtown Rialto.
Firefighters handle brushfire in Chino overnight; possibly caused by mylar balloon
The blaze was contained before it could reach a full acre's worth of vegetation.
80-year-old Norco store owner, who shot armed robber, speaks out
Craig Cope, who is recovering from a heart attack suffered during the traumatic event, spoke with CBSLA on his first day back in the store since the attempted robbery.
Riverside police officer killed in off-duty motorcycle crash in Nuevo
The crash occurred at around 7:15 p.m. on Pico Ave. and Santa Rosa Ave. Tuesday evening. The officer's identity was withheld.
Kind-hearted couple dies in possible electrical fire in San Bernardino
Dozens of people have stopped by the home of Carol and James Carty to pay their respects to the helpful and loving people.
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Cincinnati mass shooting leaves 9 wounded as police search for suspects
Police are searching for at least two suspects after nine people were left wounded in a mass shooting in downtown Cincinnati during the early hours of Sunday morning.
Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
Alex Jones must pay $45.2 million in punitive damages, jury decides
The far-right broadcaster and conspiracy theorist had called the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting "a hoax."
Hiring surged in July, with employers adding 528,000 jobs
Job growth last month blows past analyst forecasts, as the U.S. jobless rate fell to the lowest since February 2020.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
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Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
DOJ charges 4 Louisville police officers connected to Breonna Taylor killing
The four current and former officers face various civil rights and obstruction charges stemming from Taylor's 2020 death.
Paul Pelosi, Nancy Pelosi's husband, pleads not guilty to DUI misdemeanors
The husband of the speaker of the house has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor driving under the influence charges in connection with a May car crash.
Senate passes burn pit legislation to aid veterans
Watching the vote from the Senate gallery, comedian and vocal advocate of the bill Jon Stewart grew teary-eyed.
Biden, Harris endorse Rep. Karen Bass in LA mayor's race
In a statement, Biden and Harris said they were eager to work with Bass and her "innovative strategies" to deal with the city's homeless crisis and rising crime rates.
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Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
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U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
5 more West Nile mosquito samples found in LACo Vector District
So far this season, there have been 35 positive mosquito samples in the greater L.A. area
LA County Board of Supervisors issues proclamation of local emergency amid rising Monkeypox cases
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has issued a proclamation of local emergency amid rising Monkeypox cases, following suit with California Governor Gavin Newsom's similar declaration on Monday.
Banana Boat spray sunscreens sold nationwide recalled over carcinogen
No injuries or deaths related to the products have been reported, the company said.
LA County expected to make decision Thursday on possible COVID mask mandate
The mandate was set to go into effect after two weeks of the county remaining in the "high" COVID-19 activity level.
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Amazon buys San Francisco-based One Medical for $3.9 billion
Amazon announced Thursday it will acquire the primary care organization One Medical in a deal valued roughly at $3.9 billion, marking another expansion for the retailer into health care services.
Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
Twitter laying off a third of its talent acquisition team
Twitter is laying off a portion of its recruiting team after previously saying it would pause most hiring.
California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
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Dodgers beat Padres 4-0, make statement with 3-game sweep
Cody Bellinger's pair of homeruns led the way offensively for the Boys in Blue who completed the sweep of San Diego.
Glendora all-star team's dreams of playing in little league world series come up short
Parents, families and fans of the Glendora American all-stars packed the stands in San Bernardino Sunday afternoon to watch the elimination game.
Winker hits slam, Mariners drop Angels 6-3; Ohtani shaken up
Ohtani finished the remainder of the game after colliding with Gonzales near the on-deck circle during his second plate appearance.
Slava Medvedenko auctions Lakers title rings for Ukraine Relief
Medvedenko's championship ring from the 2001 and 2002 season each sold for $126,767.
Detmers, Moniak, Fletcher help Angels split DH with Mariners
Detmers (4-3) was dominant early, allowing just one hit through four innings. He got plenty of run support from the Halos' lineup.
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Beloved actor, director Roger E. Mosley has died, daughter announces
Roger Earl Mosley, best known for his role as the helicopter pilot Theodore "T.C." Calvin in the CBS series "Magnum, P.I.", has died.
Actress Anne Heche recovering in ICU following Mar Vista crash
Actress Anne Heche remains hospitalized in an intensive-care unit Sunday after crashing her car into a home in Mar Vista.
USPS issues Buzz Lightyear stamps in Hollywood
The stamps display art from Pixar Animation Studios showing Buzz Lightyear in several different poses with the phrase "Go Beyond." The decision to release the stamps coincides with the recent release of "Lightyear," a prequel to the beloved "Toy Story" series.
Pat Carroll, Emmy winner and voice of Ursula, dies at 95
Carroll's daughter announced the passing of the Emmy-winning actress on Instagram Sunday.
Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura on 'Star Trek,' has died at 89
Nichelle Nichols, known for her role as Nyota Uhura in "Star Trek: The Original Series" has died at the age of 89.
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Glendora all-star team's dreams of playing in little league world series come up short
A brutal ending for a team of 12-year-old boys who love to play baseball.
Kinecta Federal Credit Union distributes backpacks filled with school supplies to students
Kinecta Federal Credit Union distributed backpacks filled with school supplies in Carson Sunday to help students in need.
Glendora American all-star come one game short of reaching Little League World Series
CBSLA's Jake Reiner reports from San Bernardino where the Glendora little league team lost to another team of little league all-stars that were from Arizona.
Woman in custody after fiery Windsor Hills crash kills 6, Vigil held Sunday for victims
"This tragic event has changed our family forever," said Dela Guy at the vigil Sunday, the sister of Reynold Lester. "Words can't express how hurt and devastated we are. Our heartbreak is not only for Reynold but for all those involved."
Playful dolphin pod spotted in Redondo Beach
Sky2 was over a group of dolphins in Redondo Beach Sunday.
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Vin Scully: Life over the years
Legendary Dodger broadcaster Vin Scully died Tuesday, August 2, at the age 94.
2022 Home Run Derby at Dodger Stadium
Eight of Major League's Baseball best hitters compete to see who can hit the most home runs in one day at Dodger Stadium.
2022 Celebrity Deaths
A gallery of the beloved celebrities who have died in 2022.
2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
