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You know the basics about liquids through security and booking early to save money, but navigating Los Angeles during the holidays involves a little more finess. From where to stock up on pre-trip necessities to the best ways to travel, this is the inside scoop on traveling L.A. like a pro this holiday season.
Criminals posing as airport employees are stealing from travelers at Los Angeles International Airport, according to a woman who said she was recently victimized.
Black Wednesday is that time of the year when families and friends reunite in a big way. Whether you're avoiding the in laws or reuniting with everyone from school, it's important to hit the best local haunts. With a dizzying number of entertainment-themed taverns dotting the social landscape of the greater Los Angeles region, there is a tasteful jumble of unique establishments that offer a lot more than a stiff drink and quick wink. These are the best bars for black Wednesday in Los Angeles.
With budget shortfalls looming, Los Angeles County may be forced to close 10 courthouses in such high profile venues as Malibu, Beverly Hills and West Los Angeles next year.
Police at Los Angeles International Airport are beefing up patrols during the 10-day Thanksgiving period that begins Friday.
Planning for the big holiday meal can put a ton of stress on just about anybody. This year, take that unnecessary tension out of the Thanksgiving gathering, and instead tune into football, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade and family time by making a reservation elsewhere. More and more restaurants are staying open to serve traditional Thanksgiving dinners. These five L.A. restaurants will do all of the prep work, cooking, and cleaning up for you.
A judge Tuesday asked that lawyers amend a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the parents of two Chinese graduate students who were fatally shot during a botched robbery in April.
The Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday tentatively voted to place a proposed sales tax increase before voters next year.
The Los Angeles Lakers hired Mike D'Antoni late Sunday night, signing the former coach of the Suns and Knicks to replace Mike Brown.
Not everyone can have an original Van Gogh displayed at home, but that shouldn't limit your artistic endeavors. In an artistic town such as Los Angeles, there is always a way to obtain unique creations at an affordable price. From paintings on canvas to jewelry, art installations and photography, the following locations and artists can beautify your life for less than a Benjamin at a time.
Although the weekend forecast predicts only a 20 percent chance of rain, the weather can sometimes be temperamental. San Diego Chargers fans always need to be prepared so that the change in temperature or precipitation won't rain on their tailgating parade.
Broomball, ice skating, curling and ice hockey fans, never fear, when it comes to skating in the Greater Los Angeles area, you're covered. From November through January you can even skate outdoors in downtown L.A.'s Pershing Square. Picking a venue will depend on your skating proficiency, your personal budget, league fees, quality of the ice, the commuting time and a number of additional factors, but there is certain to be at least one ice skating venue on this list to get you skating this season. These are the best places to hit the ice in Los Angeles.
Laker's forward Devin Ebanks was arrested early Friday morning on suspicion of DUI.
Los Angeles-based AEG, the world's largest sports and entertainment company, has more than 100 job openings waiting to be filled all over Southern California.
The widow of a downtown Los Angeles church deacon who was fatally shot while attempting to stop a graffiti vandal asked the public for help in hunting down her husband's killer.
Whether you're waiting to take off or be picked up in Los Angeles, hanging out an airport bar can be a great way to pass the time. There are always the restaurant and bar chains, but here are a few local picks to tide you over before your final destination.
Low clouds this morning...with patchy drizzle. Cool temperatures today through Saturday. We have a chance for rainfall tonight tomorrow and tomorrow night.
A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy was involved in a car crash near the USC campus Wednesday night.
The top assessor in Los Angeles County could face arrest while in jail after failing to show up in court, a judge said Wednesday.
Los Angeles County election officials say local election results may be delayed because dense fog pushing in from coastal communities has grounded helicopters used to transport ballots.
Voters rejected Proposition 38 Tuesday night, which would have increased taxes to fund education.
Voters across Southern California began heading to the polls early on Tuesday ahead of what was expected to be a smaller turnout than previous years.
Black Friday is known for its rock-bottom sales, Santa Claus and the kick off to the much-anticipated holiday season. This year will be no different. As families enjoy their delicious turkeys and polish off the last of the pumpkin pie, Black Friday will already be on the precipice of beginning. Los Angeles is a leader in Black Friday trends, and this Friday, Nov. 23 will not disappoint shoppers with unheard-of early openings, unique activities and giveaways that will make you drool.
Native American heritage is celebrated throughout the United States during the month of November, with special events organized to shed a light on the contributions that the culture has provided to society. These events are a good source of knowledge and exposure to Native American culture, food and arts for the whole family. Following are five opportunities for your family to learn about the tribes that originally lived in the Los Angeles area and the reasons for which they chose this beautiful land.
Los Angeles police were called to yet another San Fernando Valley break-in late Wednesday night after several men were seen on the surveillance camera of a home under construction in Valley Glen.
A Riverside County man was sentenced to more than five decades in prison last week for abusing three siblings who were in his care for years.
Patrick Bailey broke up a scoreless game with a three-run homer in the sixth inning after Shohei Ohtani left the mound, and the San Francisco Giants sent the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to their fourth loss in five games with a 3-0 win.
Cutter Gauthier broke a tie off a rebound with 4:52 left and the Anaheim Ducks beat Edmonton 6-4 on Wednesday night in Game 2 to even the first-round series, with Oilers star Connor McDavid slowed by an apparent leg injury.
Zack Steffen finished with two saves and had his second shutout of the season for the Colorado Rapids in a 0-0 tie with Los Angeles FC.
Compare the candidates for California governor with the CBS News California Investigates Side-by-Side Candidate Guide.
Los Angeles police were called to yet another San Fernando Valley break-in late Wednesday night after several men were seen on the surveillance camera of a home under construction in Valley Glen.
A Riverside County man was sentenced to more than five decades in prison last week for abusing three siblings who were in his care for years.
Patrick Bailey broke up a scoreless game with a three-run homer in the sixth inning after Shohei Ohtani left the mound, and the San Francisco Giants sent the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to their fourth loss in five games with a 3-0 win.
LAPD officers say that the suspect is a known sex offender.
Los Angeles police were called to yet another San Fernando Valley break-in late Wednesday night after several men were seen on the surveillance camera of a home under construction in Valley Glen.
After 13 years, the iconic NoHo Gateway Sign signaling the entrance to North Hollywood's Arts District will be relit on Thursday.
LAPD officers say that the suspect is a known sex offender.
TreePeople has not only helped grow the Los Angeles urban forest, but also educates youngsters at its Coldwater Canyon Park headquarters.
In the civil case of Garcia v. City of Tustin, a unanimous verdict was reached in a six-day jury trial, finding the officer's shooting was excessive and unreasonable.
A week after a 53-year-old woman was killed in a crash with an alleged DUI driver on the Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach, the other members of her beloved car group gathered to honor her memory.
In the civil case of Garcia v. City of Tustin, a unanimous verdict was reached in a six-day jury trial, finding the officer's shooting was excessive and unreasonable.
Some neighbors said they believe that the blaze was fueled by the lithium-ion batteries of some e-bikes parked in one of the apartment's garages.
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 Riverside County man was sentenced to more than five decades in prison last week for abusing three siblings who were in his care for years.
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.
Patrick Bailey broke up a scoreless game with a three-run homer in the sixth inning after Shohei Ohtani left the mound, and the San Francisco Giants sent the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to their fourth loss in five games with a 3-0 win.
Compare the candidates for California governor with the CBS News California Investigates Side-by-Side Candidate Guide.
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
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.
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on wire and bank fraud-related charges on Tuesday, the Justice Department says, accusing it of paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them.
A bill aimed at tightening California's elderly parole program has failed to advance.
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.
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on wire and bank fraud-related charges on Tuesday, the Justice Department says, accusing it of paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them.
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.
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.
Patrick Bailey broke up a scoreless game with a three-run homer in the sixth inning after Shohei Ohtani left the mound, and the San Francisco Giants sent the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to their fourth loss in five games with a 3-0 win.
Cutter Gauthier broke a tie off a rebound with 4:52 left and the Anaheim Ducks beat Edmonton 6-4 on Wednesday night in Game 2 to even the first-round series, with Oilers star Connor McDavid slowed by an apparent leg injury.
Zack Steffen finished with two saves and had his second shutout of the season for the Colorado Rapids in a 0-0 tie with Los Angeles FC.
Dániel Gazdag and Diego Rossi each scored to help the Columbus Crew beat the LA Galaxy 2-1 in a game delayed for over two hours due to weather.
Mike Trout homered, Nolan Schanuel homered and hit a three-run double and Jose Soriano worked five shutout innings as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-3.
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.
Los Angeles police were called to yet another San Fernando Valley break-in late Wednesday night as residents throughout the area continue voicing their concerns over repeat crime in recent weeks. Nicole Comstock reports.
Los Angeles police are searching for a man who allegedly sexually assaulted six women on the same day in the Northridge area. Mike Rogers reports.
Pacific Palisades residents are frustrated after the Santa Ynez Reservoir was drained again for repair work, a year after it was empty when the Palisades Fire broke out. Mike Rogers reports.
An Orange County woman is facing several criminal charges, including two felonies, after her son hit and injured an 81-year-old man while performing wheelies on an e-motorcycle last week. Lesley Marin reports.
CBS News California Investigates is launching an interactive tool to help voters navigate the crowded 2026 gubernatorial race, offering a deeper look at candidates' positions on a variety of topics ahead of an upcoming high-profile debate hosted by CBS-owned California stations.
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.
