Greuel Issues Subpoenas In Probe Of Cell Phone Waste
Officials with the city of Los Angeles on Friday faced subpoenas in an ongoing investigation into waste, fraud and abuse regarding cell phone use among city employees.
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Officials with the city of Los Angeles on Friday faced subpoenas in an ongoing investigation into waste, fraud and abuse regarding cell phone use among city employees.
It's time for parents and kids to put on aprons and spend time together in the kitchen. More and more American families are making a strong effort to sit down together for family meals, even during the busy programmed week. Cooking together can be a bonding experience for families, plus it allows for moms and dads, and kids alike to try out new foods and experiment with wondrous flavors and tastes. Local chefs Kirstin Uhrenholdt and Lulu Powers created fun recipes for families to make side by side.
We've got another cold start on this Friday morning. While the wind advisories have expired we are still looking at 40s and 30s for our inland cities.
A court overturned the rape conviction of a man who authorities say pretended to be a sleeping woman's boyfriend before initiating intercourse, ruling that an arcane law from 1872 doesn't protect unmarried women in such cases.
The Los Angeles City Council will vote later this month on an initiative that would drastically reduce the number of medical marijuana dispensaries citywide.
We can expect gusty winds through the day. The Wind Advisory remains in effect...for a good portion of the viewing area through 2 p.m. today.
After winning a franchise-record 17 straight games, Los Angeles has suddenly dropped two straight and has Golden State surging from behind.
A 60-something Los Angeles man was killed on New Year's Day after a refrigerator fell on him while he was trying to grab a beer, according to the LA County Coroner's Office.
A high wind warning has been issued for parts of Southern California Wednesday, the National Weather Service said.
After losing to the Philadelphia Sixers on New Year's Day, Kobe Bryant has the solution for the Lakers troubles: find the Fountain of Youth.
Denver stopped the Los Angeles Clippers' franchise record 17-game winning streak with a 92-78 victory on Tuesday night.
Can the Clips continue their winning ways in 2013?
Ear piercing is not only a serious business, but it is an art as well. The best piercers In Los Angeles are passionate about their practice, and they consider their clients' needs a top priority. When deciding where to go for ear piercing, take into consideration the overall cleanliness of the shop, the personal hygiene of the piercer, pre-piercing consultation, precision and how carefully the piercer explains the healing instructions. These tried-and-true options are a great start at finding the right piercer for you.
Since the 1980s, the indie rock scene has flourished, thanks to both mainstream and intimate venues that allow alternative bands freedom to explore their distinctive sounds.
The new year is here, and it's time for new goals. If your goal is to beef up your job skills, learn a new language or advance in a new career, sometimes it's as simple as signing up for a class. The following L.A. companies help you to achieve your goals by offering computer classes perfect for any skill level.
A 62-year-old woman accused of kidnapping a 17-month-old baby in Los Angeles and taking the child to Kentucky has been identified as a New York resident.
The story of the San Diego Chargers is rich in history and folklore, but it's the tailgaters that shape the fan base and spearheads camaraderie and team spirit.
Two of L.A.'s largest indoor structures have already booked some of the more influential and hottest Grammy-winning solo artists and history-making touring bands circling the globe. With an upcoming calendar of musical events now locked and loaded, expect L.A. to welcome the new year with enough high drama, emotional edginess, soothing sensuality, sterling jazz, rhythmic funk, wholesome goodness and country sweetness to leave tongues wagging about this "Born this Way" metropolis for a mighty long time.
Los Angeles could face at least a $22 million shortfall if a deal isn't reached in Congress by Tuesday to avoid the "fiscal cliff," according to the city's top budget analyst.
PETA -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals -- has named Los Angeles "City of the Year."
Holiday season usually means guests from out of state come into town. Make their vacation one to talk about. These locations are not usually listed in tourist guide books, but they are special places Los Angeles locals frequent because of their great service, welcoming atmosphere or creative niche highly recommended for a good time.
The city's annual Gun Buyback program collected more than 2,000 firearms Wednesday, Los Angeles officials said.
Every year new restaurants hit the L.A. food scene, and while some don't make it, others shine and invite you to come back for more. What makes a restaurant a best in this city is how the food speaks to you, how the chefs put flavors together, and an enticing atmosphere. From pizza to Mexican cuisine, here are the five best restaurants that opened up in 2012.
Twelve years into the new millennium, an exhilarating breed of performing artists has moved to the front of the class, further cementing the city's preponderance as a mothership for fresh development of pop, hip-hop, rap, jazz, R&B, classic music and an ambrosial fusion of those styles that have continued to influence today's society. These distinguished minds accomplished more than living up to the public's expectations boasting community activism, relentless dedication to their craft and admirable determination alongside some of the best music the city has seen.
A parade was held along Crenshaw Boulevard Wednesday to mark the start of the seven-day African American festival of Kwanzaa.
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.
Between 2019 and 2023, California school districts paid an estimated $2 to $3 billion to student victims of sexual abuse by employees.
The incident was initially reported as a garage fire, but it quickly spread to the attic.
The reveal comes more than one year after Hernandez was last seen at the Hollywood Hills home of singer D4vd, authorities said.
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
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.
Between 2019 and 2023, California school districts paid an estimated $2 to $3 billion to student victims of sexual abuse by employees.
The incident was initially reported as a garage fire, but it quickly spread to the attic.
The reveal comes more than one year after Hernandez was last seen at the Hollywood Hills home of singer D4vd, authorities said.
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
Between 2019 and 2023, California school districts paid an estimated $2 to $3 billion to student victims of sexual abuse by employees.
The incident was initially reported as a garage fire, but it quickly spread to the attic.
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
The resolution drafted by LAUSD board member Nick Melvoin says that while developing skills in technology is critical in the digital world, excessive screen time can also have negative effects.
Airport leaders say the testing phase requires 30 consecutive days of continuous service without major problems before passengers can ride.
The Newport Mesa Unified School District has voted to ban e-bikes at all elementary and middle school campuses.
Fullerton police arrested a 42-year-old man who allegedly assaulted two people and kidnapped a woman over the weekend, according to a news release from the department.
A Southern California state senator has proposed a new law that would prevent euthanasia in the state's wildlife just a month after a mother bear was put down for swiping at a woman in Monrovia, feet away from where her two cubs were located.
California state officials are sounding the alarm over an early mosquito season due to an uncharacteristically warm winter, leading to an explosion in population.
Cooler temperatures and some rain are predicted for Southern California after a warm weekend.
A 4-year-old boy was honored with the ultimate recognition from the Colton Police Department on Tuesday night, when he was sworn in as an honorary officer.
The FBI has joined the search for a missing 74-year-old Rancho Cucamonga man, Nai Ping Hou, whose bank accounts were depleted before he was reported missing in May 2025.
More than 200 people were arrested over the two-week Coachella Music and Arts Festival in Indio.
A Southern California state senator has proposed a new law that would prevent euthanasia in the state's wildlife just a month after a mother bear was put down for swiping at a woman in Monrovia, feet away from where her two cubs were located.
More than 500 firearms were seized from a Riverside County home last week when deputies served a search warrant during an investigation into the sale of illegal firearms.
Jung Hoo Lee and Rafael Devers each hit RBI singles in the first inning that held up to support starter Landen Roupp, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1.
Some U.S. importers reported problems filing tariff refund claims after Customs and Border Patrol launched its dedicated portal on Monday.
Authorities initially said the accident happened while the officers were returning from the drug raids, but the Chihuahua state prosecutor later said the Americans weren't involved in those operations.
Officers from the Iowa City Police Department heard gunfire while responding to a report of a large fight, the department said.
The gunman, who is also dead, shot 10 people in total, according to police. All eight who died were children from 3 to 11 years old, police said.
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.
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority announced that it will lay off 284 employees in the next 10 days, citing funding cuts by the county's board of supervisors.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer is taking a role in the private sector, according to the White House.
Yee said she decided to suspend her bid for California governor because her experience and competence were not polling highly enough for her to win.
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
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 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.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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.
Nicolas Roy scored on a rebound 7:44 into overtime and Scott Wedgewood made 24 saves, including a penalty shot, as the Colorado Avalanche beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
LeBron James had 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers outlasted the Houston Rockets for a 101-94 victory and a stunning 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
Lenyn Sosa had a pinch-hit, two-run double during a three-run eighth inning, reliever Louis Varland bailed out struggling closer Jeff Hoffman by inducing a game-ending double-play grounder, and the Toronto Blue Jays held on for a 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Los Angeles City Council members on Tuesday unanimously authorized $9.5 million to help repair sidewalks near venues for the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
With just 50 days until the FIFA World Cup 2026 begins, event organizers are set to release tickets for all 104 matches of the international soccer tournament.
The Laugh Factory has announced an upcoming line of collectible trading cards featuring some of comedy's biggest names at a show in Hollywood next week.
More than 200 people were arrested over the two-week Coachella Music and Arts Festival in Indio.
"We love her very much and she always told us that she loved us," the Rivas Hernandez family said. "We miss her deeply."
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce hopes to boost LA's film industry after an uptick in moviegoers returning to theaters.
Nearly 100 people were arrested during the first weekend of the 2026 Coachella Music and Arts Festival, according to the Indio Police Department.
Long Beach Pride President Tonya Martin talks about what to expect at this year’s "Fearless and Free" all-volunteer event, taking place May 16-17.
The costume designer behind “Clueless” shares her book, designs, what inspires her -- and fashion class experiences at Mona May's studio.
Villa de la Paz condominium owners talk about legal battles they face in attempting to rebuild after the Palisades Fire.
Culver City Safe Routes to School celebrates Earth Day with a morning street closure, while Metro LA offers free rides and South LA recycling center offers free dumping.
Some of the best pizza spots in Los Angeles will be on deck for Pizza City Fest at LA Live this weekend. Founder Steve Dolinsky brings along Thomas Desantis from “Anna Pizza,” Brett Cooper from “Prime Pizza,” and Nakul Mahendro from “BADMAASH” to CBS LA.
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.
