39-year-old motorcyclist dies after crash on Highway 74
Erik Mortensen of Idyllwild was transported to Hemet Global Medical Center where he later died of his injuries.
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Erik Mortensen of Idyllwild was transported to Hemet Global Medical Center where he later died of his injuries.
The motorcycle and another vehicle crashed near the intersection of Third Street and Rampart Boulevard. The rider died at the scene, prompting a death investigation.
A suspect fled from police after the driver hit a motorcycle officer.
A motorcyclist was killed Sunday when the motorcycle he was riding went off the side of State Route 241 in Irvine.
An LAPD officer was injured Friday when he collided with another vehicle while on his motorcycle in the Chinatown area.
Friends and family gathered in Thousand Oaks to mourn the death of Matt Wennerstrom, who saved dozens of lives during the 2018 Borderline shooting.
One person was killed and another injured in a collision between a motorcycle and a vehicle in the Vermont Square area on Wednesday.
Both the officer and the bicyclist were transported to local trauma centers where the cyclist was later pronounced dead.
The Los Angeles Coroner's Office has identified the man involved in the horrific motorcycle accident in West Hills on Thursday as 30-year-old Ruben Contreras Jr.
Investigators on the scene say the motorcycle may have been going too fast when the rider hit a curb where the road curves, losing control. The motorcycle hit a pole, and the rider died at the scene.
One person was killed and another was injured in a collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle on the northbound 405 Freeway on Sunday.
The collision was reported at 5:57 p.m. at the East Baseline Road off-ramp of the eastbound freeway, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A $50,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information on the identity of a hit-and-run driver, following the fatal accident on Thursday evening on Laurel Canyon Boulevard.
A 26-year-old motorcyclist from Moreno Valley fatally crashed into a tree in East Riverside off Eucalyptus and University avenues on Thursday at 10:40 p.m.
A fatal traffic collision in Chino Hills Saturday claimed the life of a motorcyclist.
At just 18, Cooper Mulholland was in a near-fatal motorcycle accident last month in Simi Valley that left him without a leg.
The 22 Freeway was partially closed in the Westminster area following a fatal motorcycle crash.
The crash was reported just north of Alondra Boulevard just after 5 a.m. One of the vehicles was left on its roof straddling the carpool and left lanes.
Officer Nathan Martin, 45, was a 20-year veteran of the force. He was currently serving as a school resource officer at Hueneme High School.
There were several calls reporting about 10 motorcycles doing tricks, taking video of their stunts and stopping traffic on the 5 Freeway at about 1 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.
Sky2's Desmond Shaw reported that he couldn't zoom in because it's "a very gruesome scene."
The other vehicle, a gray four-door sedan, was apparently pulling out of an alley when it hit the officer, who flew over the car and landed on the street.
At least one person was killed in a crash that shut down the southbound lanes of the San Diego (405) Freeway in Inglewood for several hours.
In the GoPro video motorcyclist Matthew Murray drives through the Santa Monica Mountains in Calabasas, then veers towards a gravel turn out and flies off.
Amir Ekbatani lost his lower left leg in a motorcycle crash in Redondo Beach.
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Los Angeles police were in pursuit of a driver wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer for nearly three hours on Wednesday night before he was finally taken into custody.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
Pinch-hitter Ha-Seong Kim singled home Lane Thomas with two outs in the ninth inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Los Angeles police were in pursuit of a driver wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer for nearly three hours on Wednesday night before he was finally taken into custody.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
State lawmakers, a coalition of advocacy groups and protesters rallied at the California State Capitol, calling out Democratic lawmakers and the governor for what they claim to be an attack on the First Amendment and journalists' rights to free speech.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Los Angeles police were in pursuit of a driver wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer for nearly three hours on Wednesday night before he was finally taken into custody.
The Lincoln Memorial Shrine is a house of artifacts, devoted to the nation's 16th president, run by the public library.
Pieces of Dolly's life still make up her former properties, from the California mountains to the coast, with one for rent and another for sale.
Jeanin Taele's attorney claimed that he "isn't able to understand the nature of the proceedings or assist me in the conduct of his case at this time."
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
An Orange County father is facing child endangerment charges for a crash that left his 12-year-old son with significant injuries last year while he was illegally riding an e-motorcycle.
Police said they arrived to an apartment complex and found a man with a knife who had allegedly stabbed a woman.
A San Clemente man is paralyzed after he jumped into the ocean to rescue two kids caught in a rip current.
Triple-digit heat coupled with gusty winds has prompted a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles County.
Riverside police said that the driver, an 88-year-old man, was questioned at the scene.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger said if Harold Wachter were to move in, he would be the fourth sexually violent predator proposed for release in the rural Antelope Valley in the past five years.
Deputies said that the suspect vandalized a Flock Safety camera and threatened to stab the contractor who was installing a new license plate reading camera in Palm Desert.
An alleged DUI driver was arrested following a crash on the 215 Freeway in Riverside over the weekend that killed a 15-year-old, according to police.
Triple-digit heat coupled with gusty winds has prompted a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles County.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
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.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
State lawmakers, a coalition of advocacy groups and protesters rallied at the California State Capitol, calling out Democratic lawmakers and the governor for what they claim to be an attack on the First Amendment and journalists' rights to free speech.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
California lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom are racing to reach a deal on changes to the state's wildfire liability system, with just days remaining before the legislative session ends.
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.
Pinch-hitter Ha-Seong Kim singled home Lane Thomas with two outs in the ninth inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Steven Kwan hit a tying double in the ninth inning, Travis Bazzana followed with a sacrifice fly and the Cleveland Guardians rallied past the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 for their seventh straight victory.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
José Ramírez drove in five runs with three doubles, Steven Kwan had five singles and the streaking Cleveland Guardians overcame an early five-run deficit to beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-6 in 10 innings.
Ozzie Albies singled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the eighth inning and the Atlanta Braves defeated Los Angles 4-3 on Tuesday night, snapping the Dodgers' six-game winning streak in a matchup of first-place clubs.
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.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
The high risk of heat-related illness remains due to dangerous conditions dominating Southern California. Temperatures will likely be slightly cooler, with most areas experiencing a 1- to 6-degree difference.
Fans continued to adorn Dolly Parton's star on the Walk of Fame with flowers after the country legend died on Tuesday. Brittney Ermon reports.
The solar panels generate enough electricity to power the fridge, lights, TVs and computers. Hunter Sowards reports.
A scary day for beachgoers on Wednesday after an unconscious man was pulled from the water. Lesley Marin reports.
Dozens of Americans are among the missing and feared dead in Nepal after flash floods and mudslides decimated parts of the country. Laurie Perez 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.
