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When you've got an itch to go camping, you have plenty of options near the Los Angeles area.
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When you've got an itch to go camping, you have plenty of options near the Los Angeles area.
Ready or Not? Sounds like a children's game. But it's not. In fact, whether you are ready or not when a major disaster hits, can make the difference between life and death.
Knowing how to be a good sport in Los Angeles is as important a lesson to learn as it is anywhere else in the world. So, why not start your Southland-based kids on this noble quest as early as possible?
Make room in your closet this season for some fresh looks for game-day (or those days you just want to brag about your team's win). Just becuase football is back doesn't mean summer has to end. Protest the onset of winter while supporting your team in the Tri Big Play Reglan T-Shirt from Nike.
Sunday: Wake up; head to a sports bar, watch football, go home, sleep. Repeat next week. There's no way that your Sunday routine could get any better, right? Well, there is (and no, it does not involve that thing you and that girl did last night). LA, meet TKP Provisions, the newest, and soon to be your favorite, addition to Sunday's routine.
Supporters of a ballot initiative asking voters to raise the minimum wage in Los Angeles to $15 an hour were given the green light Wednesday to begin collecting signatures.
A plane on its way to Los Angeles from Austin, Texas had to make an emergency landing Wednesday after its cabin lost pressure just after takeoff.
The Los Angeles City Council honored longtime CBS2/KCAL9 anchor Kent Shocknek for his contributions to local media and to congratulate him on his retirement at a council meeting Wednesday.
A 55-year-old man was convicted Wednesday of first-degree murder in the slaying of an 80-year-old Venice woman in 1975.
If you need to get some work done outside of the office and don't already have a favorite go-to spot, or are looking for a change of scenery during your work day, check out these top five coffee shops to work from in the Los Angeles area.
If you have eaten sushi in California in the last four years, you could be part of a class-action lawsuit.
A possible water main break just east of Wilshire has resulted in the closure of the eastbound lanes of Santa Monica Boulevard.
The general manager running the legendary luxury-liner-turned-hotel RMS Queen Mary has sent a letter to staff and management of the ship's numerous shops, telling them they have 30 days to vacate the ship to make room for newer retail shops.
The Orange County district attorney's office announced the settlement Tuesday. The worker's daughter will receive $150,000 of the money - the rest covers civil penalties and the cost of the accident's investigation.
The LAUSD board met Tuesday over the district's heavily-criticized computer tracking system, with the teacher's union starting to speak out.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said Tuesday the money is needed to make emergency repairs to breaches and near-breaches damaged by Hurricane Marie.
Los Angeles city officials introduced a resolution Tuesday calling for the U.S. government to lift a longstanding prohibition on gay men giving blood at donation drives.
Barry Lancet, author of Tokyo Kill from Simon & Schuster, gives his guide for finding the best food in LA's little tokyo.
Looking for ease and convenience when shoe shopping for the chillier months ahead in LA? Shoe lovers will find everything they need this season.
KCAL9's Jeff Nguyen reports the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has now charged the teenagers one count of conspiracy to commit murder and a one count of conspiracy to commit assault with a deadly weapon.
Mayor Eric Garcetti Monday announced new Los Angeles Fire Department initiatives to reduce residential fire fatalities, including the availability of free smoke alarms at LA fire stations.
City prosecutors said Monday they have a plan to help staff and parents tackle issues surrounding safe passages to school, truancy prevention, environmental safety, parent education and gun violence prevention.
Check out the Priceless Things To Do this week in LA, week of September 8th-14th.
Both glamorized and demonized in movies, novels and scandalous tell-all books, vacationing people by the thousands flock to Hollywood on a daily basis just to see what they can see. Check out these top five Hollywood tours.
Los Angeles is a great place to live in the fall. And thanks to the agreeable weather that lasts practically until Thanksgiving, heading out to sporting events is just that much more enjoyable.
A 19-year-old man was shot at a Five Guys Burgers in Oxnard Friday night.
After two failed attempts, Monrovia police officers arrested a wanted man after he strolled into a Panda Express during their lunch break.
Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson said crews are working to finish the Destination Crenshaw project by the end of 2027.
An LAPD officer was seriously injured during a hit-and-run crash in Sylmar.
Tarik Skubal threw six solid innings against his former team, Freddie Freeman hit a tiebreaking single in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers held on to beat the Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Friday night.
Los Angeles police arrested an alleged robbery suspect following a pursuit and then a foot chase that ended inside a San Fernando Valley home on Friday morning.
A 19-year-old man was shot at a Five Guys Burgers in Oxnard Friday night.
After two failed attempts, Monrovia police officers arrested a wanted man after he strolled into a Panda Express during their lunch break.
Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson said crews are working to finish the Destination Crenshaw project by the end of 2027.
An LAPD officer was seriously injured during a hit-and-run crash in Sylmar.
After two failed attempts, Monrovia police officers arrested a wanted man after he strolled into a Panda Express during their lunch break.
Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson said crews are working to finish the Destination Crenshaw project by the end of 2027.
An LAPD officer was seriously injured during a hit-and-run crash in Sylmar.
It was a near world record-setting birth for mom Nyla Craft, as the total weight of the three babies was 19.3 lbs., just a few ounces short of the record.
A Studio City dog trainer is facing growing scrutiny after a family said their beloved pet died of heat exhaustion while under his care.
The one-day, nonprofit festival, founded by musician Olivia Rodrigo, features an all-female lineup including performances by Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Katseye, Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and more.
Cal State LA switched to a modified system as campus officials continue working to address an air conditioning outage.
California lawmakers passed legislation that would ban disposable nicotine vapes.
An e-bike ban at Newport Beach schools has unintentionally sparked disputes between students and neighbors.
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
After hundreds of residents flooded an open house hosted by the power company looking to install miles of high-voltage power lines through the city of Temecula, the mayor took to social media to share a scathing message about what she called a "dog and pony show."
Deputies said that the plane was found nose down in a field near the Big Bear City Airport.
After more than 30 years, the final victim of the "Happy Face Killer" has been identified thanks to investigative efforts in Riverside County.
Cal State LA switched to a modified system as campus officials continue working to address an air conditioning outage.
California lawmakers passed legislation that would ban disposable nicotine vapes.
Tarik Skubal threw six solid innings against his former team, Freddie Freeman hit a tiebreaking single in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers held on to beat the Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Friday night.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted earlier this month to add inscriptions recognizing President Trump to the building's facade.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
California lawmakers are moving to ban a controversial device that can deliver an electric shock through a law enforcement officer's gloves, while the Sacramento County sheriff argues the technology can help deputies safely detain people without using more forceful tactics.
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
ICE has granted a $16.7 million no-bid contract for 6,000 gloves that can deliver electric shocks, a new use-of-force tool that the agency claims will help officers control resisting detainees.
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted earlier this month to add inscriptions recognizing President Trump to the building's facade.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
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.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Tarik Skubal threw six solid innings against his former team, Freddie Freeman hit a tiebreaking single in the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers held on to beat the Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Friday night.
Ty Simpson threw a go-ahead touchdown in the second quarter and the Los Angeles Rams beat the Los Angeles Chargers 20-18 in the teams' preseason finale.
Chris Sale struck out 11 in a five-hit shutout, Drake Baldwin launched a leadoff homer against Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and the Atlanta Braves edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 1-0 to complete a three-game sweep.
The Los Angeles Rams have reacquired veteran receiver Tutu Atwell from the Miami Dolphins in a trade for running back Jarquez Hunter.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki is headed to the 15-day injured list after leaving Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Braves with a blister on his middle finger.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
An officer from the Los Angeles Police Department was seriously injured after a hit-and-run crash in Sylmar on Friday.
CBS LA's Lauren Pozen heads to Costa Mesa where Dolly Parton fans held a vigil for the country music legend.
An LAPD officer was seriously injured during a hit-and-run crash in Sylmar. Hunter Sowards reports.
Monrovia police officers eating lunch at a local Panda Express finally caught a break when the man they've been searching for strolled into the restaurant on Wednesday night. Nicole Comstock reports.
Gov. Gavin Newsom and California lawmakers are in high-stakes negotiations over how much utility companies should pay victims after a wildfire they caused. Tom Wait reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
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.
