Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
A federal judge in Miami handed President Trump a defeat in his defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a story about a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein.
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A federal judge in Miami handed President Trump a defeat in his defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a story about a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein.
Los Angeles Rams All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua was in rehab before he was sued for assault and battery by a woman who says he made an antisemitic statement and bit her on the shoulder, his attorney said on Wednesday.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
A federal judge has blocked a California law from going into effect that would ban federal immigration agents from covering their faces but they will still be required to wear clear identification showing their agency and badge number.
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
The food maker says the executive who allegedly mocked customers is no longer employed at Campbell's.
The Trump administration has sued California for providing in-state college tuition, scholarships, and subsidized loans to students who aren't legally in the United States.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
A photographer in California is suing the Detroit Lions, accusing the franchise of posting photos of quarterback Jared Goff without authorization.
The Federal Trade Commission said tens of thousands of LA Fitness customers "reported difficulties" cancelling their memberships.
A New Mexico judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by actor Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie "Rust."
A lawyer for the maker of the video game Call of Duty is arguing that a judge should dismiss a lawsuit brought by families of the victims of the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting.
In a lawsuit, In-N-Out alleges YouTuber Bryan Arnett dressed as a worker at the burger chain and made "lewd, derogatory and profane remarks."
Rachel Fiset discusses Cassie Ventura’s cross-examination in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial and the criminal investigation of Smokey Robinson related to the civil suit alleging sexual assaults.
A spokesperson for Taylor Swift said the subpoena is being used "to draw public interest by creating tabloid clickbait."
A woman is suing former Los Angeles Lakers player and coach Byron Scott, accusing him of sexually assaulting her during a team event at a high school in 1987, when he was 26 and she was 15.
"Rebuilding SoCal" is KCAL News' commitment to holding leaders accountable, getting answers, and showcasing Southern California solidarity and strength in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. This week, we highlight an issue many homeowners say they're facing: getting the runaround from insurance companies. Meanwhile, the LA City Attorney has filed a $62 million lawsuit targeting rental price gougers and those trying to profit off of fire victims. Also, five LA restaurants are teaming up to honor first responders and inviting everyone to join the feast on Saturday, March 29th. KCAL News has partnered with the American Red Cross to help those affected by the LA Fires. If you'd like to donate, go to redcross.org/KCAL
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
Albertsons said it is calling off its merger with Kroger and is suing the rival grocery chain for breach of contract.
Los Angeles County is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
A Los Angeles woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that Metro Boomin, a Grammy-nominated producer who has worked with some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B, raped her in 2016 and she became pregnant from the attack.
Two families in Southern California are mourning the loss of two best friends killed in a small plane crash in Kern County last week.
The permanent display will be unveiled in the Dodger Stadium Centerfield Plaza. It will feature pictures and memorabilia from the playing careers of Billy Bean and Glenn Burke, both of whom played with the Boys in Blue.
The Ventura County District Attorney's Office said the two LA County residents scammed an elderly man out of $25,000.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
A 21-year-old from Laguna Niguel was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that killed two people three years ago.
Two families in Southern California are mourning the loss of two best friends killed in a small plane crash in Kern County last week.
The permanent display will be unveiled in the Dodger Stadium Centerfield Plaza. It will feature pictures and memorabilia from the playing careers of Billy Bean and Glenn Burke, both of whom played with the Boys in Blue.
The Ventura County District Attorney's Office said the two LA County residents scammed an elderly man out of $25,000.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
A 21-year-old from Laguna Niguel was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that killed two people three years ago.
Two families in Southern California are mourning the loss of two best friends killed in a small plane crash in Kern County last week.
The permanent display will be unveiled in the Dodger Stadium Centerfield Plaza. It will feature pictures and memorabilia from the playing careers of Billy Bean and Glenn Burke, both of whom played with the Boys in Blue.
It happened at around 2 p.m. near Vermont Street and Colden Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The Los Angeles County Registrar's office says residents don't need to change their voter registration; they can continue to use their permanent residential address and can add a temporary mailing address instead.
The pursuit ended near the intersection of 47th Street and Budlong Avenue when the suspects crashed into a parked van.
A 21-year-old from Laguna Niguel was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl that killed two people three years ago.
A handful of teenage e-bike riders are accused of attacking a Huntington Beach man while he was walking along the city's boardwalk with his wife.
Authorities are investigating a 50-year-old Orange County man's death while he was wakeboarding on the Parker Strip of the Colorado River over the weekend.
The crash happened at around 12:10 p.m. near Fairview Street and 12th Street, according to a news release from the Santa Ana Police Department.
A preliminary 3.4-magnitude earthquake struck near Redlands and shook all across Southern California's Inland Empire.
Two families in Southern California are mourning the loss of two best friends killed in a small plane crash in Kern County last week.
14 of those arrested were accused of being "high-risk offenders," and they included a child psychologist, a doctor, a retired law enforcement employee and two corporate vice presidents.
The 44-year-old Menifee man was found unresponsive and with significant injuries after crashing at around 11 p.m. on Saturday night near Railroad Canyon and Church roads.
Authorities are investigating a 50-year-old Orange County man's death while he was wakeboarding on the Parker Strip of the Colorado River over the weekend.
A woman was killed in a single-car crash on the 215 Freeway in Riverside on Sunday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds.
A hacking group named ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the Canvas breach and threatened to leak data involving 275 million individuals if schools did not pay a ransom.
President Trump said Americans' financial situation isn't motivating him to make a deal, "Not even a little bit," and that he is only focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
President Trump made the comments in a phone interview with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes.
The Senate is returning to Washington to resume work on funding immigration agencies with a package that includes $1 billion for the renovation of the White House East Wing.
Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump, assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon and two gun counts.
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt opened up about his run for mayor of Los Angeles in an exclusive interview with CBS News.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
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.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
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.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
The permanent display will be unveiled in the Dodger Stadium Centerfield Plaza. It will feature pictures and memorabilia from the playing careers of Billy Bean and Glenn Burke, both of whom played with the Boys in Blue.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have added to their outfield depth by acquiring Alek Thomas in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Rafael Devers homered early and drew a bases-loaded walk that broke a seventh-inning tie as the San Francisco Giants beat the scuffling Los Angeles Dodgers 9-3 in the opener of a four-game series.
René Cárdenas, the first Spanish-language broadcaster for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers during a 60-year career, has died.
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Two families in Southern California are mourning the loss of two best friends killed in a small plane crash in Kern County last week. Jasmine Viel reports.
Dozens of arrests have been announced in Riverside County on the heels of a year-long law enforcement operation focusing on combating child exploitation, according to prosecutors. Joy Benedict reports.
One person was killed and two people were critically injured in a multi-vehicle crash in South Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon.
Meteorologist Dani Ruberti stops by Burbank Chess Social's weekly meetup at McCambridge Park
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and CBS LA Cares is teaming up with the National Alliance on Mental Illness for NAMIWalks Mental Health Festival on Saturday. Jamie Yuccas reports.
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.
