OC Water park Wild Rivers to open amid drought
Michele Gile reports from Irvine on how much water a new water park, which is set to open amid Southern California's drought, will need and the criticism the project is getting from some locals.
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3 people arrested for burglary of several drug stores
Michele Gile reports from Irvine where several Orange County law enforcement agencies worked together to arrest three people who allegedly responsible for several burglaries, including at drug stores where they stole expensive liquor.
Drone captures arrest of burglary suspects in Irvine
Two men were captured on drone video being arrested at gunpoint in an Irvine field. Suzanne Marques reports.
Two Orange County residents arrested for crime spree using car tricked out with "James Bond" style g
CBS LA's Orange County Reporter Michele Gile reports on an interesting find by Irvine Police, a getaway car equipped with a "license plate flipper" and a gas siphon they used in a crime spree throughout Orange County.
2 arrested in Irvine with license plate flipper, gas-siphoning device
The pair from Garden Grove were arrested on suspicion of vehicle burglary, identity theft, and possession of stolen property. Chris Holmstrom reports.
Irvine Animal Police warning residents and pet owners to watch out for coyotes
Rina Nakano reports from Irvine where police are warning residents and pet owners to watch out for young coyotes who start to show themselves and hunt for food sources around April.
Mountain lion captured in Irvine released in Orange County canyon with tracking collar
Michele Gile reports from Irvine with the latest details on a mountain lion that was captured Tuesday after running through a shopping center and into a local business.
Authorities catch mountain lion that ran into Irvine business
The mountain lion was seen swimming in Orange County over the weekend and appears to have been tracked down to Irvine.
Mountain lion runs around Irvine shopping center before getting caught
A mountain lion was captured today after it ran into an Irvine business.
Authorities tranquilize mountain that ran into Irvine busines
The mountain lion was seen swimming in Orange County over the weekend and appears to have been tracked down to Irvine.
Irvine, Huntington Beach Rank High On List Of The 'Happiest Cities In America'
Irvine and Huntington Beach are two of the happiest cities in America, according to a new ranking.
Authorities Apprehend Pursuit Suspect Wanted For Throwing Fireworks Out Of Vehicle
CHP officers apprehended a person wanted for throwing fireworks out of their vehicle Thursday, after being led on a brief pursuit.
Police: Former Employee Arrested In Armed Robbery Of Korean Barbecue Restaurant In Irvine
Alanmichael Babauta, 25, of Westminster, and Allan Hoang, 28, of Monterey Park, face charges of robbery, kidnapping, burglary, false imprisonment, and conspiracy.
Information Continues To Mount In Heidi Planck Missing Person Case
Sources close to the situation report that there is new video of Planck at the apartment complex where her dog was found. Reports also indicate that Planck's ex-husband earned sole custody of their child on Friday.
2 Men Arrested In 2019 Murder Of Jeffrey Cheng; Body Found In Trunk Of Car Parked In Stanton
Jonathan Ho, 32, of Marina del Rey, and 27-year-old Nicholas Nguyen of Oklahoma city were arrested Thursday in the March 2019 murder of Jeffrey Cheng. His body had been found in the trunk of a car parked on Leafwood Street on March 8, 2019.
Supporters Of Female Firefighting Pilot Desiree Horton Rally In Irvine, Demanding She Be Rehired
Supporters of Desiree Horton, who was fired by the OC Fire Authority after being the first woman to pilot a helicopter for the agency, rallied in Irvine Thursday to demand she get her job back.
Orange County Voter Turnout For Recall Election Estimated At 46% By Mid-Afternoon, With Long Lines Well Into Evening
At voting centers in Orange County, a steady stream of people showed to cast their ballots in the gubernatorial recall election, with at least 50 people in line before lunchtime waiting to cast ballots at city hall.
Nearly $2M In Stolen Merchandise Seized In SoCal Organized Crime Ring Bust
The merchandise had been stolen from 43 different stores across Southern California.
Orange County's Biggest Live Performing Arts Venues To Require Vaccination, Masks For All Ticket Holders
The Irvine Barclay Theatre, Musco Center for the Arts, Pacific Chorale, Pacific Symphony, Philharmonic Society of Orange County, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Soka Performing Arts Center, and South Coast Repertory have all committed to the vaccination and mask policy.
Norman Martin Of Irvine Convicted Of Murder In Drunken 2017 Corvette Crash That Killed 2 Women
Norman Martin was convicted Wednesday in the deaths of Jamie Lopez and Nancy Ortiz, who were both just 26 years old when they died in the July 22, 2017 crash.
Orange County Fire Authority Employee Gets Probation, Community Service Order In 2019 Shooting Death Of His Pit Bull
46-year-old Ryan John Monteleone of Menifee accepted a plea deal, which dismissed his felony count of cruelty to animals.
OC Bomb Squad To Detonate Illegal Fireworks In Irvine Wednesday
The bomb squad will set off 20 pounds of material near Frank R. Bowerman Landfill. The explosives will be detonated in "shot holes" dug into the ground.
Taco Bell Apologizes For Not Having Certain Menu Items Due To Transportation Delays
Customers on social media say the Irvine-based fast-food chain has been out of some staples and favorites.
U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh In Southern California To Promote Trillion-Dollar Infrastructure Plan
U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh is visiting Southern California to promote the Biden Administration's plan to invest in the nation's infrastructure and workforce.
Former Irvine Police Officer, Matthew Christian August, Sentenced To 1 Year In Jail, 3 Years Probation For Overtime Fraud
Former Irvine Police Officer Matthew Christian August, 49, of Aliso Viejo was sentenced to one year in jail Wednesday after pleading guilty to stealing an estimated $68,000 by claiming overtime for which he never worked.
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Mandatory evacuation orders for Union Fire in Jurupa Valley upgraded to warning
Mandatory evacuation orders for some 2,600 homes have been upgraded to a warning, officials say, though they urge returning residents to use caution as there is still fire equipment in the roadways.
BET Awards return with Doja Cat as leading nominee
The BET Awards return with a live show that could see Doja Cat, Drake and Ari Lennox snag some trophies.
Demonstrators hit the streets to protest SCOTUS ruling that overturns Roe v. Wade
CBS2 and KCAL9 provide team coverage of protests in response to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the landmark abortion rights case Roe v. Wade.
Woman told she had 2.5 years to live defies odds, celebrates 80th birthday 5 years later
Diane Nelson was given two and a half years to live when she was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer in 2017.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Shooting unfolds on 110 Freeway, leaving one person injured
A shooting unfolded in the Harbor Gateway area on the 110 Freeway north of the 105 Freeway.
Hospitalizations in LA County due to COVID-19 on the rise
There are more COVID patients in hospitals across Southern California.
Man wounded in shooting drives into parking lot of Ralphs where he collapses, later dies
The hunt was on for a suspect in a deadly shooting.
Dodgers confirm top set-up reliever Hudson lost for season
Hudson's recovery is expected to take six to nine months, taking away the team's top setup reliever. Hudson, 35, has five saves and a 2.22 ERA.
Activist protest outside new location of Gun World in Burbank
Gun World is one of 14 businesses that sell firearms in the city and, according to activists, that's more per capita than almost anywhere else in the nation.
Ozuna's 2-run homer in 8th powers Braves past Dodgers 5-3
Dodgers designated hitter Will Smith tied the game at 3 with a homer to left field off A.J. Minter (4-1) to open the eighth.
Man found dead at DoubleTree hotel in Rosemead
The hotel is located on Montebello Boulevard, right across the street from the Montebello Town Center and 60 Freeway.
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Mandatory evacuation orders for Union Fire in Jurupa Valley upgraded to warning
Mandatory evacuation orders for some 2,600 homes have been upgraded to a warning, officials say, though they urge returning residents to use caution as there is still fire equipment in the roadways.
BET Awards return with Doja Cat as leading nominee
The BET Awards return with a live show that could see Doja Cat, Drake and Ari Lennox snag some trophies.
Demonstrators hit the streets to protest SCOTUS ruling that overturns Roe v. Wade
CBS2 and KCAL9 provide team coverage of protests in response to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the landmark abortion rights case Roe v. Wade.
Woman told she had 2.5 years to live defies odds, celebrates 80th birthday 5 years later
Diane Nelson was given two and a half years to live when she was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer in 2017.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
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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.
LA Controller: LAHSA needs 'major reform' after workers caught dumping food meant for homeless
The CBS 2 investigation caught outreach workers trashing food for the homeless.
LAHSA to immediately review policies following CBS 2 Investigation
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said it will make every effort to distribute and donate food after a CBS 2 Investigation captured outreach workers trashing food meant for the unhoused.
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BET Awards return with Doja Cat as leading nominee
The BET Awards return with a live show that could see Doja Cat, Drake and Ari Lennox snag some trophies.
Shooting unfolds on 110 Freeway, leaving one person injured
A shooting unfolded in the Harbor Gateway area on the 110 Freeway north of the 105 Freeway.
Man wounded in shooting drives into parking lot of Ralphs where he collapses, later dies
The hunt was on for a suspect in a deadly shooting.
Activist protest outside new location of Gun World in Burbank
Gun World is one of 14 businesses that sell firearms in the city and, according to activists, that's more per capita than almost anywhere else in the nation.
Man found dead at DoubleTree hotel in Rosemead
The hotel is located on Montebello Boulevard, right across the street from the Montebello Town Center and 60 Freeway.
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Homicide investigation underway after man stabbed to death in Mission Viejo; Woman arrested at scene
The stabbing occurred just after 6:20 p.m. Thursday evening at what was believed to be the man's residence. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died.
Musical tribute held in Garden Grove for veterans captured in Ukraine
The concert event was dedicated to U.S. veterans Andy Tai Huynh of Garden Grove and Alex Drueke, an Alabama native, both captured while fighting in Ukraine.
Long Beach to unveil new water playground amid lifeguard shortage
A new water playground will open at Alamitos Beach in Long Beach on Saturday morning. Despite a national shortage of lifeguards, the city says they are ready for the massive summer crowds.
Supreme Court strikes down New York gun law, similar laws in California now in question
The conservative majority expanded gun rights in New York, California and a handful of other states.
2-year-old child attacked by coyote in Fountain Valley
The coyote has not yet been located, and the status of the child is not immediately known.
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Firefighters gain ground on 110-acre Union Fire in Riverside County
Crews in Riverside Sunday continued to battle a 110-acre wildfire dubbed the Union Fire that was 40 percent contained.
Supreme Court strikes down New York gun law, similar laws in California now in question
The conservative majority expanded gun rights in New York, California and a handful of other states.
Riverside County reports first presumptive case of Monkeypox
37 of the 140 reported cases in the United States have come from California, however the CDC has maintained that the threat to the general population is still low.
Suspect wanted for connection with sale of illegal firearms, pursuit fatally shot by Fontana police
The officers were investigating an operation into the sale of illegal assault weapons when the suspects rammed their vehicle and fled from the scene, prompting the officers to open fire and begin pursuit.
Southern California could seen monsoon showers, dry lightning starting tonight
Any precipitation that does fall is expected to be above 10,000 feet, so Southern California's mountains and high deserts have the best chance of seeing any rainfall.
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Congress passes bipartisan gun legislation, sending bill to Biden
The bill represents the most significant legislation addressing guns in nearly 30 years.
Biden signs gun control bill into law
The move marks the most considerable changes to U.S. gun laws in decades.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul Pelosi, charged with DUI over California crash
Paul Pelosi's Porsche collided with a Jeep in Napa County.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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Congress passes bipartisan gun legislation, sending bill to Biden
The bill represents the most significant legislation addressing guns in nearly 30 years.
Supreme Court strikes down Roe v. Wade in seismic shift for abortion rights
The Supreme Court issued its highly anticipated decision in a case involving a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Thousands of demonstrators flood streets to protest SCOTUS ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade
A series of protests were planned throughout the weekend after Supreme Court justices announced the decision to end nearly 50 years of constitutionally protected abortion rights for women by overturning the landmark Roe v. Wade decision.
California leaders react to SCOTUS overturn of Roe v. Wade
The decision, a seismic shift for abortion rights in the United States, allows states to usher in new rules limiting or banning access to abortion in dozens of states, in some places immediately.
House Jan. 6 committee zeroes in on ex-Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark
Installing Clark and the pressure campaign on the Justice Department was "essentially a political coup," committee chair Rep. Bennie Thompson said in his closing statement at Thursday's hearing.
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Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
"Ripping off California consumers": Assembly committee to investigate oil companies
Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon blasted oil companies like Shell and Chevron, which he says has reported $9.1 billion and $6.2 billion in profits in the first quarter of this year, respectively.
Mortgage relief program expands to help California homeowners with 2022 payments, past-due property taxes
The California Mortgage Relief Program is expanding its income eligibility and is being extended to help people who have missed payments in 2022 or could not pay their property taxes.
Garcetti signs ban on sale of flavored tobacco; Ordinance goes into effect on Jan. 1
The ordinance does not ban the possession or use of flavored tobacco for people over the age of 21, and also includes an exception for hookah lounges that meet certain conditions.
Los Angeles the worst metropolitan area for first-time homebuyers, Bankrate.com study confirms
The study released Monday confirmed that the City of Angels is hell for anyone looking to buy their first home for a number of reasons.
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Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
COVID-19 hospitalization rate slows, pushing back estimated return date of indoor mask mandate
The rate of patients with COVID-19 admitted to hospitals remained the same over the course of two weeks, ending a trend of constantly increasing hospitalization rates by week.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
Jif peanut butter recalls include candies sold in three states
Since J.M. Smucker recalled products linked to a salmonella outbreak, another 20 companies have followed suit.
Pediatric doses of COVID-19 vaccinations available throughout L.A. County starting Tuesday
Both the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations were approved for children between five-years-old and six-months-old by the CDC and FDA over the weekend.
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Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
"Ripping off California consumers": Assembly committee to investigate oil companies
Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon blasted oil companies like Shell and Chevron, which he says has reported $9.1 billion and $6.2 billion in profits in the first quarter of this year, respectively.
Dr. Laurie Leshin becomes the first woman to lead NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Laurie Leshin, who is also vice president of Caltech, is known for her distinguished career as a geochemist and space scientist.
Mortgage relief program expands to help California homeowners with 2022 payments, past-due property taxes
The California Mortgage Relief Program is expanding its income eligibility and is being extended to help people who have missed payments in 2022 or could not pay their property taxes.
Garcetti signs ban on sale of flavored tobacco; Ordinance goes into effect on Jan. 1
The ordinance does not ban the possession or use of flavored tobacco for people over the age of 21, and also includes an exception for hookah lounges that meet certain conditions.
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Dodgers confirm top set-up reliever Hudson lost for season
Hudson's recovery is expected to take six to nine months, taking away the team's top setup reliever. Hudson, 35, has five saves and a 2.22 ERA.
Ozuna's 2-run homer in 8th powers Braves past Dodgers 5-3
Dodgers designated hitter Will Smith tied the game at 3 with a homer to left field off A.J. Minter (4-1) to open the eighth.
AP source: Gareth Bale signs with MLS leaders LAFC
The 32-year-old Bale is moving stateside after spending most of the past nine years with Madrid. His contract expires this summer, making him a free agent after his up-and-down tenure with the current Champions League winners finally ends.
Turner homers, Dodgers stop Braves 4-1 in Freeman's return
Julio Urías (5-6) handed the Braves just their fourth loss in June, allowing one run on three hits with nine strikeouts in six innings.
USC's Isaiah Mobley drafted by Cavaliers with 47th pick
The 6-foot-10 Murrieta native led the Trojans in scoring and rebounding last season, averaging 14.2 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.
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BET Awards return with Doja Cat as leading nominee
The BET Awards return with a live show that could see Doja Cat, Drake and Ari Lennox snag some trophies.
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
Former home of Johnny Cash up for sale in Ventura County
Cash originally had the home built in 1961 as "an escape from the raucous fame of his rock 'n roll lifestyle." The 4,500 sq. ft. home is listed for $1.795 million.
Report finds 12% of LGBTQ characters on TV have repeating roles
The study also found that leading film studies did not feature transgender or non-binary characters for the fourth year in a row.
Blac Chyna, Rob Kardashian settle revenge porn lawsuit
The settlement prompted the judge in the case to dismiss the prospective jurors who were about to be impaneled to hear the case Monday.
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Inside SoCal: 6/26 wrap-up (previously aired 7/25/2021)
We've hit the road for a summer staycation. Join us on our one tank trip to Los Olivos! Erica Olsen reports.
Man wounded in shooting drives into parking lot of Ralphs where he collapses, later dies
The hunt was on for a suspect in a deadly shooting. Tena Ezzeddine reports.
'The Millennial Mom' offers these suggestions for parents this summer
Jenna Barnett, the Millennial Mom, appeared on KCAL9 with suggestions for parents this summer. Nichelle Medina reports.
Grammy winning singer Xavier Dphrepaulezz shares his journey
Xavier Dphrepaulezz, a three time Grammy winning singer and songwriter, appeared on KCAL 9 News on Sunday to share his journey. Rachel Kim reports.
Woman told she had 2 years to live defies odds, celebrates 80th birthday 5 years later
Rachel Kim and Nichelle Medina spoke with Diane Nelson, and her daughter Trish who wrote to CBS2/KCAL9 sharing her mother's story of survival and celebration of life.
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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
The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
64th Annual Grammys
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
