Study: Cleaner Cars Helping To Reduce LA Pollution
The Los Angeles area still has some of the nation's dirtiest air, but a study released Thursday concluded cars are belching far fewer pollution-causing fumes.
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The Los Angeles area still has some of the nation's dirtiest air, but a study released Thursday concluded cars are belching far fewer pollution-causing fumes.
Police will be on alert in downtown Los Angeles on Thursday night ahead of a monthly arts celebration that erupted into violence last month.
The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation announced Wednesday that all pools will remain open through Sept. 5.
The artist behind the bestselling reggae album of all time will have his own day in the city of Los Angeles.
About 40 California prosecutors, including the Los Angeles City Attorney, are suing Walgreens for allegedly dumping hazardous wastes and materials into the environment.
Attorneys for the Los Angeles man accused of stabbing three homeless people while they slept asked to have him evaluated Thursday to find out if he's psychologically fit to stand trial.
Police have stepped up patrols at Sikh temples in Southern California following the deadly attack on a temple in Wisconsin.
Jurors ruled in favor of Alberto Gutierrez in a civil rights lawsuit against Detective Phillip Solano and a sheriff's deputy.
Back to school season can come as both a relief to families and a source of anxiety over preparing kids to start a new year. This time around, save a little money on the most important items, and snag unique supplies that will set your student apart from the rest. From fun fashion to every book they could ever need to succeed, L.A.'s back to school guide has kids covered.
The Great Recession has forced more young people to move back in with their folks, according to a report released Wednesday.
Supervisor Don Knabe has called for a review after receiving what he described as "nervous calls" from employees — some of whom have been deployed overseas for months
The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired outfielder Shane Victorino from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for at least two other players, it was announced Tuesday.
The operator of the ailing San Onofre nuclear power plant in California announced Tuesday it has piled up $48 million in inspection and repair costs related to damage to scores of tubes that carry radioactive water.
The craft beer explosion has made an impression on many cities, and residents of Los Angeles are lucky enough to have a wide selection available almost anywhere.
Regulators say the number of pedestrians hospitalized for injuries suffered while using a smartphone or other handheld device has quadrupled within the last decade.
It won't be "game over" anytime soon for the Electronic Entertainment Expo.
Thousands of applicants are expected to compete for hundreds of positions at the Los Angeles Fire Department after a three-year hiring freeze.
Angeles National Forest is filled with trails of all sorts which, traditionally, have been enjoyed by hikers and equestrians. These trail blazers who, along with hunters and pack trains, started to study the area a century ago are no longer alone. Today mountain bikers roam these areas as well, especially so given the degree of difficulty on some runs and the chance to discover awesome flora and fauna when peddling along others. That said, Angelenos looking for a day away from the fray of city life will enjoy hitching their two-wheeler ride to their vehicle for a one-tank trip that won't be forgotten in this wilderness area on the fringe of the City of Angels.
When it comes time to truly survey all Southern California has to offer, it's just not the same without that furry fella by your side. Don't resign your and yours to that same old dog park when this area offers ample options for the perfect doggy day trip. Head out to a winery in San Diego County, a beach along the Pacific, or to those world-renowned playgrounds at Disneyland in Anaheim.
The man suspected of stabbing three homeless people while they slept has been charged with attempted murder, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office
The man who allegedly stabbed three homeless people and left signed "death warrants" behind called and turned himself in to police Friday in Hollywood.
A 67-year-old woman with a medical condition that makes communication difficult is missing from the Harbor Gateway area of Los Angeles.
Summer in the city of Los Angeles can't be beat for places to play for your kids, no matter what their ages. Keep them occupied and having a blast even after the heat strikes the Southland. The best spots for summer playdates promise cool fun right here in the city of angels when the weather heats up.
Police in Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Hollywood announced Thursday that they were seeking a person of interest in the non-fatal stabbings of three homeless people who were each attacked while they slept.
A deadly shooting suspect turned himself in to San Bernardino County authorities just hours after their investigation began in Hesperia on Friday.
Shohei Ohtani brought home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning on an infield single and the Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a seven-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Saturday night.
Kopitar will be honored after spending 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings, during which he became the franchise's all-time leading scorer and helped win two Stanley Cups.
Two San Fernando Valley homes were broken into on Saturday and police are working to determine if both incidents are connected.
Deputies said that an AutoZone near the intersection of Atlantic and Olympic boulevards was ransacked shortly after a street takeover at the intersection.
The fire was first reported at around 4:40 p.m. near the intersection of N. Sierra Highway and Needham Ranch Parkway, LACoFD officials said.
Burbank police said that a car caught fire after crashing in the area, which then quickly spread to the nearby hillside.
Evacuation orders and warnings were issued in parts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties after a brush fire broke out near Lake Piru on Saturday afternoon.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
A deadly shooting suspect turned himself in to San Bernardino County authorities just hours after their investigation began in Hesperia on Friday.
Kopitar will be honored after spending 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings, during which he became the franchise's all-time leading scorer and helped win two Stanley Cups.
Two San Fernando Valley homes were broken into on Saturday and police are working to determine if both incidents are connected.
Deputies said that an AutoZone near the intersection of Atlantic and Olympic boulevards was ransacked shortly after a street takeover at the intersection.
The fire was first reported at around 4:40 p.m. near the intersection of N. Sierra Highway and Needham Ranch Parkway, LACoFD officials said.
The crash happened at the intersection of La Brea and Beach avenues at around 8:45 a.m., according to LA County firefighters.
The looming El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California, according to renowned climatologist Daniel Swain.
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.
Drones used high-definition video to detect illegal aerial discharges, helping to pinpoint 13 properties and issue 8 citations totaling $240,000 under the city's new Social Host ordinance.
A study from the journal Science Advances confirms what many of us believed: that more heat waves mean more fires.
Big waves in Orange County have put lifeguards on alert, following a tragic accident just a month ago.
A deadly shooting suspect turned himself in to San Bernardino County authorities just hours after their investigation began in Hesperia on Friday.
Deputies say that the man pointed a firearm at them during the incident.
Deputies say that the 33-year-old man pointed a gun at another driver during a road rage incident in July.
The shooting happened on July 31 in the 33000 block of Simpson Road in Winchester, Riverside County deputies said.
The looming El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California, according to renowned climatologist Daniel Swain.
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.
Sandy Alcantara struck out eight in seven innings, becoming the Miami Marlins' career leader in innings pitched, and Xavier Edwards had three RBIs in a 7-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.
The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday.
The total is also the eighth-largest Powerball jackpot in the game's history.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
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.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
A California lawmaker is making a final push to pass legislation that would restrict companies from using consumers' personal data and AI to set individualized prices, with supporters hoping to send the bill to the governor before the legislative session ends.
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.
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.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
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.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Shohei Ohtani brought home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning on an infield single and the Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a seven-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Saturday night.
Kopitar will be honored after spending 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings, during which he became the franchise's all-time leading scorer and helped win two Stanley Cups.
Sandy Alcantara struck out eight in seven innings, becoming the Miami Marlins' career leader in innings pitched, and Xavier Edwards had three RBIs in a 7-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.
School officials said they're working to help their student-athletes find other playing opportunities for the 2026 season.
The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday.
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.
Some parts of the LA Jazz Festival were canceled just days before the citywide, two-week party was slated to begin, leaving performers and fans alike in the dark.
A performer will be living inside a billboard 30 feet above the Sunset Strip as Netflix promotes its new film "The Last House."
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is releasing its first new show in four decades as the iconic team works to raise money and purchase its permanent home in Highland Park.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
It's been so hot in Southern California that the 90s and 80s should feel like a breeze later in the week. Chloe Carlson reports.
Dani Ruberti takes a look at the warm weather still expected to batter most of Southern California before a brief cooldown next week.
A man who allegedly shot and killed two people was fatally shot by Downey Police Department officers on Saturday.
Firefighters battled a brush fire in the Wildwood Canyon part of Burbank, which sparked when a car crashed in the area on Saturday afternoon, according to police. Zach Boetto reports.
LAPD officers are investigating the possible connection between two home break-ins in the San Fernando Valley overnight.
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.
