Man pleads guilty to kidnaping woman in Irvine, demanding ransom
The defendants allegedly sent the victim's family photos of her through an online app.
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Friday's Anaheim pursuit suspect charged with attempted kidnapping in March 31 incident
Anaheim police have officially charged Andrew Pio in connection with the attempted kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl on her way home from school last week. He was detained following a lengthy pursuit through Anaheim on Friday.
Police hope pursuit suspect will be connected to attempted kidnapping in Anaheim
Anaheim police detained a man driving the vehicle that matches the description of one used wanted in the attempted kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl last Thursday afternoon.
Police chase possible vehicle wanted in attempted kidnapping
Authorities believe that the vehicle matches the description of the Ford F-150 wanted in the attempted kidnapping of a teenager as she was walking home from her middle school in Anaheim on March 31. Rina Nakano reports.
2nd suspect arrested in kidnapping, rape of teen girl in Bell Gardens
The first suspect was arrested the day of the attack.
Police Searching For Men Who Tried To Kidnap 12-Year-Old Girl
Authorities are searching for two men who attempted to kidnap a 12-year-old girl last week in Ojai.
'She Has Serious Issues': Ex-Boyfriend Reacts To Sherri Papini's Charges
Even though it has been 20 years, a Costa Mesa man said he can't forget how Sherri Papini lied to him during the brief time they dated in the early 2000s.
Redding Woman Accused Of Faking 2016 Kidnapping, Defrauding State
Sherri Papini, 39, of Redding, was found in November 2016 after days of searching in California and several nearby states, with bindings on her body and injuries including a "brand" on her right shoulder.
Santa Ana Man Arrested For Molesting Girl He Met On Social Media
The suspect drove the victim to his house and recorded a video of the sexual assault.
Police Arrest Kidnapping Suspect After Pursuit In South LA
Los Angeles Police are pursuing a kidnapping suspect in South Los Angeles.
Police Searching For 3-Year-Old Noah Clare, Abducted In Tennessee And Last Seen In San Clemente
Authorities named 35-year-old Jacob Clare, Noah's biological father and Amber's uncle, as the suspect. He is believed to be armed and dangerous.
Anthony Valladares Sentenced To 16 Years For Kidnapping That Ended With Chinese National's Body Buried In Mojave Desert
Anthony Valladares, 29, was sentenced Friday in the violent abduction of Ruochen "Tony" Liao of Santa Ana in 2018. Liao's body was eventually found buried in the Mojave Desert late last year.
Louis Brown Of Mira Loma Arrested In Riverside Kidnapping, Sexual Assault; Police Looking For More Possible Victims
The woman told police she had been walking near Mission Inn Avenue and Mount Rubidoux Drive on July 31 when she was forced into a vehicle and sexually assaulted.
2 Men Arrested On Suspicion of Kidnapping, Sexual Assault In Huntington Beach
Two men suspected of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman in downtown Huntington Beach were arrested, authorities announced Wednesday.
Customs And Border Protection Employee Eddy Reyes Indicted In 2016 Kidnapping That Killed His Wife, Claudia Reyes
Eddy Reyes, 35, an employee of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, has been in custody without bond since his arrest on April 15. The indictment returned Wednesday charges him with kidnapping his wife, 21-year-old Claudia Sanchez Reyes, on May 6, 2016, an incident that resulted in her death.
Police: Michael Rhee Of Lake Forest Attacked Asian Woman, Believing She Was White, In Retaliation For Rise In Hate Crimes
Michael Sangbong Rhee, 37, was arrested Thursday night at his home in Lake Forest. Irvine police say Rhee may have attacked a woman, believing she was white, in retaliation for the rise in hate crimes against Asian people.
Man Pleads Not Guilty To Kidnapping 11-Month-Old Girl
A man who allegedly took an 11-month-old girl from her family's home in South Los Angeles pleaded not guilty Thursday to a kidnapping charge.
1 Arrested, 2 Sought In Kidnapping, Shooting In Covina
A 20-year-old man was arrested and two others were being sought in connection with a kidnapping and shooting in Covina, police said Thursday.
Porsche Stolen In South LA With Mother, Toddler Possibly Inside
The suspect was believed to be armed with a handgun, police said.
Irvine Mother, Teenage Daughter Missing Since Last Year Now Believed To Have Been Kidnapped
Irvine police have been searching for 35-year-old Amber Aiaz, also known as Mei Yi Wu, and her 13-year-old daughter Melissa Fu since they went missing on Nov. 22, 2019.
Santa Ana Police Arrest Man Accused Of Assaulting, Kidnapping 82-Year-Old
According to police, the victim was pushed to the floor while inside the study at his Santa Ana home and forced into his Honda by a man they identified as Sergio Arechiga.
Social Media App Leads Police To Underage Girl Held Against Her Will
Ontario police say a social media app led them to an underage girl who is believed to have been kidnapped, held against her will and sexually assaulted at a Chino Hills home.
Woman Arrested At Burbank Airport With 2 Children Kidnapped From Foster Mother In Palmdale
A woman who police say kidnapped her two children from their foster home in Palmdale was arrested after she was found with them at the Burbank Hollywood Airport.
Man From LA Arrested In Alabama After Allegedly Kidnapping, Seriously Injuring Woman
A Los Angeles-area man was arrested Sunday in Alabama after a suspected kidnapping, followed by a high-speed chase, ended with a hostage standoff inside his van.
Chilling Video Captures Woman Screaming For Help, Car Fleeing, In Apparent Kidnapping
Chilling footage captured on a Ring doorbell showed what appeared to be a woman screaming for help before being driven away in a speeding car.
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Brian Jimenez, 20, charged with attempted murder in 91 Freeway shooting
California Highway Patrol officers said Jimenez is accused of firing several rounds at another vehicle at around 10:10 p.m. on the 91 Freeway in Corona.
14-year-old Nathan Edy Martinez reported missing from East LA
Nathan Edy Martinez was last seen at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday near the 5100 block of East Sixth Street, near Garfield High School and Atlantic Boulevard.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
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!
Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
City officials stress importance of leaving fireworks to professionals ahead of Fourth of July
Leaders from LAFD, LACoFD and CA Fire Marshalls gathered at a conference in East L.A. to address the dangers to both personal safety and the environment that come with fireworks, urging the public to leave it to the pros.
Orange County District Attorney's Office clears 30-year backlog of untested sexual assault kits
Clearing the backlog led to criminal charges in six cold cases, and hundreds of new DNA profiles being added to law enforcement databases.
Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
Investors suffered their worst first half of a year since 1970
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Brian Jimenez, 20, charged with attempted murder in 91 Freeway shooting
California Highway Patrol officers said Jimenez is accused of firing several rounds at another vehicle at around 10:10 p.m. on the 91 Freeway in Corona.
14-year-old Nathan Edy Martinez reported missing from East LA
Nathan Edy Martinez was last seen at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday near the 5100 block of East Sixth Street, near Garfield High School and Atlantic Boulevard.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
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!
Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
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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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14-year-old Nathan Edy Martinez reported missing from East LA
Nathan Edy Martinez was last seen at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday near the 5100 block of East Sixth Street, near Garfield High School and Atlantic Boulevard.
City officials stress importance of leaving fireworks to professionals ahead of Fourth of July
Leaders from LAFD, LACoFD and CA Fire Marshalls gathered at a conference in East L.A. to address the dangers to both personal safety and the environment that come with fireworks, urging the public to leave it to the pros.
Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
Search underway for five suspects who assaulted man walking with family in Glendale
When the family first walked by the suspects, they blew smoke into their faces, which prompted the father to ask them to stop smoking in their direction. After encountering them a second time he was threatened with a hammer and punched in the face and body several times.
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Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
Orange County District Attorney's Office clears 30-year backlog of untested sexual assault kits
Clearing the backlog led to criminal charges in six cold cases, and hundreds of new DNA profiles being added to law enforcement databases.
Arrest warrant issued for man accused of stealing yacht, crashing it into other boats in Newport Harbor
Siam was arrested in March after allegedly stealing a 60-foot yacht and crashing it into several other boats in Newport Harbor.
Caught on video: Westminster woman walking 3 dogs victim of hit-and-run Wednesday
Police were called to the scene of the hit-and-run just before 6 a.m. where they found the victim suffering from serious injuries.
Power outage knocks out electricity to southern Redondo Beach including pier
The outage is affecting an unknown amount of customers along Harbor Drive, Catalina Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway and Portofino Way.
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Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
Fatal collision on 15 Freeway prompts lengthy road closure in Corona
All lanes of the southbound 15 Freeway just north of Temescal Canyon Road in Corona were blocked as investigators surveyed the area and crews attempted to clear debris from the road.
LA, San Bernardino County officials close preserves fearing wildfires sparked by fireworks
The growing concern of wildfires sparked by fireworks has caused several areas like the Angeles National Forest to close some preserves.
CHP officers arrest suspect in 91 Freeway shooting
The shooting was reported on June 23 on SR-91 in Corona, when the suspect fired multiple rounds at another vehicle before fleeing from the area. He has now been booked on a number of charges including attempted murder.
Explosion levels home, damages several others in Victorville
At least one woman in the house where the explosion is believed to have originated was taken to the hospital.
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Investors suffered their worst first half of a year since 1970
The start of 2022 has pushed Wall Street into a bear market. Here's what the rest of the year could hold for investors.
Bison gores 71-year-old woman in Yellowstone's second attack this week
This is the second report in three days of bison attacking tourists in the park, and the third report in a month.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
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President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
Rep. Judy Chu arrested, cited during anti-abortion march in Washington, DC
The congresswoman was arrested by Capitol Police at about 1 p.m. Washington time while sitting with other demonstrators in an intersection between the Russell Senate Office Building and the Supreme Court building.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
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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.
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.
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Orange County announces first presumptive case of monkeypox
To date, there have been 4,769 cases worldwide and 306 in the U.S.
LA County COVID hospitalizations climb back over 800
According to the latest state figures released Tuesday, there are currently 807 COVID-positive patients in county hospitals.
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.
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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.
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.
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5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Justin Turner hits 2 HRs, Dodgers beat Padres 3-1
Turner homered twice, including a go-ahead two-run shot in the seventh inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers won 3-1 on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series between the NL West's top teams.
USC, UCLA moving from PAC-12 to Big Ten in 2024
The decision ends a more than 100-year legacy with the Pacific Conference.
Football hero's killer can't be re-tried for murder
Joe McKnight played three seasons at USC before being drafted by the New York Jets in 2010. He was shot and killed in a road rage incident outside of New Orleans in December 2016.
Italian veteran Chiellini excited to join young LAFC roster
The additions of Chiellini and Bale, along with re-signing 2019 MLS MVP Carlos Vela, should keep LAFC among the league's top clubs the rest of the season.
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New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
J.B. Smoove, Melissa Fumero to present Emmy nominations on July 12
The virtual nomination ceremony will stream live on Emmys.com.
Stephen Curry named host of 2022 ESPY Awards
Curry will host the awards that will be presented on July 20 in downtown Los Angeles.
Britney Spears' ex-husband ordered to trial on stalking charge
A judge has found that there is enough evidence against ex-husband Jason Alexander to go to trial for felony stalking after he showed up uninvited at the pop star's wedding earlier this month.
Will Smith wins BET Award, three months after Oscars slap
Smith was up against two stars of "Bel Air," which is a reworking of Smith's TV show from the 1990s, "Fresh Prince of Bel Air."
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Teacher struggles in a pandemic in new thriller "Last the Night"
Director Nick Leisure and actress Makena Taylor talked to Amy Johnson about the new film.
Tickets to "Golden Girls" pop-up now on sale
The "Golden Girls Kitchen" opens July 30 in Beverly Hills. Amy Johnson reports.
SoCal Scene: Weekend picks for July 1
Time Out Los Angeles' Michael Juliano talked to Amy Johnson about what to do this weekend -- and they all include fireworks shows.
Markina Brown's weather forecast (July 1)
Are we looking at summer highs this holiday weekend? Markina Brown has the forecast.
Nun who grew up in Long Beach to receive Medal of Freedom
Sister Simone Campbell grew up in Long Beach and attended St. Anthony's High School. Amy Johnson reports.
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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
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.
