LAUSD teachers hold protest demanding lifting of COVID restrictions
The protesters claim that the district has faced a staffing crisis for requiring that all LAUSD teachers and staff be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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LAUSD to lift indoor mask mandate by March 23
Falling in line with state guidance and other districts across California, LAUSD officials announced Friday that the mandatory in-class mask requirement will be lifted by March 23.
Parents Hold Protest Against LAUSD Mask Mandate
The state of California has lifted the statewide requirement that students and staff wear masks while in classrooms.
Parents, students react to lifting of indoor mask mandate at schools
California's indoor mask mandate was lifted for students across the state Monday.
Alberto Carvalho Officially Starts As LAUSD Superintendent
Carvalho comes to Los Angeles from the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system, where he served as superintendent since 2008. He succeeds Austin Beutner, who stepped down in June.
Local Schools Forced To Adapt As Omicron Surge Continues
As thousands of students across the Southland prepare to return to campus after a brief hiatus from in-person learning, they are once again being asked to adapt in the face of the Coronavirus Pandemic.
LAUSD Postpones All Athletic Competitions Until January 14
LAUSD has postponed all athletic competitions for at least the first week of the Spring semester, due to the rapidly surging positive COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County.
LAUSD Will Require Negative COVID-19 Tests Before Return To Classrooms
The Los Angeles Unified School District has announced that all students and staff, regardless of vaccination status, will have to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before they can return to campuses when school resumes next week.
Report: Coronavirus Causes First LA County School Closure
View Park Preparatory School is the first Los Angeles County school to close its doors due to coronavirus in the 2021-22 school year.
LAUSD: 97% Of Administrators, Teachers Have Received At Least 1 Dose Of COVID-19 Vaccine
District officials say that 97% of its administrators, 97% of its teachers, and 95% of its classified supervisors have reported to the district's Daily Pass system of receiving at least one dose of the vaccine.
LA County Identifies COVID-19 Outbreak At Grant Elementary School
The L.A. County Department of Public Health has identified a COVID-19 outbreak at Grant Elementary School, Los Angeles Unified confirmed Wednesday.
UTLA, LAUSD Reach Tentative Agreement For Full Return To Campus In Fall
United Teachers Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Unified School District Thursday reached a tentative agreement for a return to campus for the 2021-22 school year.
UTLA Considers Motion Calling For US To Cut Aid To Israel
As Los Angeles schools prepare to start a new academic year this fall, teachers are poised for a contentious debate about the Middle East after United Teachers Los Angeles recently held area meetings to vote on motions to address the ongoing Israeli–Palestinian conflict.
Lawsuit Alleges LAUSD Failed To Protect Children From Teacher Convicted Of Molesting Minors
A former student at 96th Street Elementary is filing suit against the Los Angeles Unified School District claiming the district did not do enough to stop a first grade teacher convicted of molesting minors.
Game On: LAUSD Says Venice High Baseball Team Can Play On Renovated Field
The next game is scheduled for Thursday, when the Venice High baseball team will take on Palisades High.
Majority Of LAUSD Students Choose Not To Return To Campus
The Los Angeles Unified School District Monday announced only 7% of high schoolers, 12% of middle schoolers and 30% of elementary school children have returned to the classroom.
LAUSD Temporarily Halts Home Games At Million-Dollar Baseball Field After Neighbor Complains
A complaint by a neighbor is keeping the Venice High School baseball team from hosting home games on their new multimillion dollar fields.
LAUSD, UTLA Reach Tentative Agreement On April Return To Campus
The agreement is subject to the approval of the LAUSD board and ratification by the UTLA membership. If approved, the contract will be in effect through June 30.
LAUSD Says Getting Teachers Vaccinated Is Key To Schools Reopening
LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner has set a target date of April 9 to reopen all elementary schools on the condition that 25,000 staffers are fully vaccinated.
Local School Districts Improving Air Filtration As More Campuses Allowed To Reopen
As part of the pathway to reopening school buildings for in-person learning, Los Angeles Unified School District and others said they have upgraded their air filtration systems.
LA County Elementary Schools Get Green Light To Reopen, But LAUSD Says It Won't Open Campuses Until Staff Vaccinated
Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn Monday said the county had "officially reached the state's threshold for reopening elementary schools," but Los Angeles Unified School District said its campuses would not reopen until all staff was vaccinated.
LAUSD Board Votes To Cut School Police Force, Divert Funds To Black Student Achievement Plan
The Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education Tuesday voted to cut 133 positions from the L.A. School Police Department, ban the use of pepper spray on students and divert $25 million in funding cut from the department to better support Black students.
Ferrer Says LA County Could Begin Vaccinating Teachers In Coming Weeks
Dr. Barbara Ferrer, county public health director, told the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education Tuesday that teachers could start getting COVID-19 vaccinations in the coming weeks.
North Hollywood Private School Staff Receive First Dose Of COVID-19 Vaccine, Prompting Questions
The Wesley School, a private school in North Hollywood, sent an email to its parents that all employees who wanted to receive a COVID-19 vaccine were able to get their first dose "through a special program for essential workers and educators."
'We Cannot Break State Law To Do So': LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner Responds To Threatened Lawsuit Aimed At Reopening Schools
Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Austin Beutner responded Friday to a threatened lawsuit brought on by Los Angeles City Councilman Joe Buscaino who wants the city to reopen schools.
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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.
Part of PCH in Malibu shut down due to crash
All eastbound lanes on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu are closed north of Nicholas Canyon Beach due to a crash, according to Malibu officials.
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.
Search underway for boy missing in Lake Elsinore
The boy, who is believed to be 9-years-old, was swimming with family members at Lake Elsinore. His family members noticed he was struggling and attempted to help the child before they lost sight of him.
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.
Downtown LA sees third day of protests against SCOTUS abortion ruling
It was day three of demonstrations in downtown Los Angeles Sunday as the outcry continued against the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn federal abortion protections provided under Roe v. Wade.
June heat wave reaches Southern California
A heat wave swept through Southern California Sunday as temperatures soared above 100 degrees in parts of the Southland.
Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's 2-0 victory over Red Bulls
MLS-leading LAFC improved to 10-3-3 with its fourth shutout of the season. New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
Powerball ticket sold in LA County wins big; was it you?
What would you do today differently if you were $1.4 million richer? A Powerball ticket sold in Los Angeles County won big in Saturday night's draw.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Part of PCH in Malibu shut down due to crash
All eastbound lanes on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu are closed north of Nicholas Canyon Beach due to a crash, according to Malibu officials.
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.
Search underway for boy missing in Lake Elsinore
The boy, who is believed to be 9-years-old, was swimming with family members at Lake Elsinore. His family members noticed he was struggling and attempted to help the child before they lost sight of him.
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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Search underway for boy missing in Lake Elsinore
The boy, who is believed to be 9-years-old, was swimming with family members at Lake Elsinore. His family members noticed he was struggling and attempted to help the child before they lost sight of him.
Downtown LA sees third day of protests against SCOTUS abortion ruling
It was day three of demonstrations in downtown Los Angeles Sunday as the outcry continued against the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn federal abortion protections provided under Roe v. Wade.
June heat wave reaches Southern California
A heat wave swept through Southern California Sunday as temperatures soared above 100 degrees in parts of the Southland.
Powerball ticket sold in LA County wins big; was it you?
What would you do today differently if you were $1.4 million richer? A Powerball ticket sold in Los Angeles County won big in Saturday night's draw.
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.
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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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Arango, Palacios score in LAFC's 2-0 victory over Red Bulls
MLS-leading LAFC improved to 10-3-3 with its fourth shutout of the season. New York (7-5-5) started 5-2-1 on the road, but has dropped three straight away from home — without scoring.
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.
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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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Abortion rights activists sound off at SCOTUS ruling: 'We're angry, we're saddened':
Fueled by passion, anger and overall emotion since the Supreme Court decision, abortion rights activists are out and about at pop-up concerts, impromptu rallies, and marches. Jake Reiner reports.
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.
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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.
