Triple Homicide Suspect Formally Charged With Killing Leimert Park Family
The DA announced Nancy Amelia Jackson, 55, could face the death penalty in the triple murder of disabled man Phillip White and his elderly parents.
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The DA announced Nancy Amelia Jackson, 55, could face the death penalty in the triple murder of disabled man Phillip White and his elderly parents.
Cherie Townsend, 39, was covered with a blanket as she walked out of a women's detention facility in Lynwood Tuesday morning, accompanied by a man and two women who wore hoodies over their heads.
Cherie Townsend, 39, was arrested in Victorville on Thursday and was being held on $1 million bail.
Investigators say the stabbing appears to be random. The killing has sent shock waves throughout the Palos Verdes Peninsula, which hasn't seen a murder since 2009.
Tensions reached a boiling point tonight at a Ventura City Council meeting after a horrific murder. Many people packed the council chambers to express outrage after the murder of a young father. Tom Wait reports.
A former US soldier described as a "ringleader of trained assassins" is facing life in jail after being found guilty Wednesday of organizing the killing of a woman in the Philippines in 2012 for cash.
A hearing Monday will determine if there is enough evidence to require New York real estate heir Robert Durst to stand trial for the December 2000 execution-style shooting death of a close friend in her Benedict Canyon home.
Homicide victims were honored Sunday in Whittier. It's an annual event held during Crime Victims' Rights Week. CBSLA's Adrianna Weingold spoke to family members who will never get over the loss of their loved ones.
The victim was found suffering from stab wounds just outside a Toyota Corolla stopped in the middle of the street.
The fatal beating took place in 2013.
The D.A. said that Adam Anthony Ingala-Whiting answered a Craigslist ad on April 28, 2014 from the victim who was seeking a sexual encounter.
Gunshots appeared to be fired through the front and rear windows of an SUV at the scene. A man's body appeared to be in the front seat.
A jury found Anthony Ray McCall, 32, guilty of seven counts -- first-degree murder, kidnapping, attempted kidnapping and four counts of attempted murder.
Police released a photo of James Eric Davis Jr., urging the public to call 911 if they see him but also warning that he shouldn't be confronted.
LAPD officials say the discovery was made around 12:30 p.m. in the 7000 block of Hawthorne Ave.
Daniel Simon Yacobi is accused of killing his mother Violet Yacobi, 67, for financial gain on October 9 of last year.
Figures released Wednesday show there were 282 reported homicides, down 4 percent from 2016. This past year is the seventh year in a row that Los Angeles has had a murder rate of less than 300.
Investigators believe James Todd Brown killed all three following an argument. The victims were stabbed, suffocated and beaten.
The suspect is accused of fatally shooting 23-year-old Jorge Reyes, Jr. on New Year's Eve.
A Los Angeles man accused of fatally stabbing a 33-year-old trangender woman he met online and then setting her Pico-Union apartment on fire was charged today with murder, attempted robbery and arson charges that could result in the death penalty if he's convicted.
Detectives said a conversation on Snapchat led the 19-year-old victim to meet up with 20-year-old Woodward at a Lake Forest park over a week ago.
Giseleangelique D'Milian was sentenced Friday after pleading no contest to first-degree murder and attempted murder.
Demonte Antone Thomas of Lancaster was found guilty by a jury on July 27 of first-degree murder with a handgun-use enhancement in the killing of 22-year-old Michael Davis.
A car laced with bullet holes and inside a man and a woman found dead. Police are looking at whether it might be a case of road rage.
A San Francisco jury convicted Jose Ines Garcia Zarate of a state charge of felon in possession of a firearm after acquitting him of murder and assault for the July 1, 2015 shooting of Kate Steinle.
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued a shelter-in-place order, saying, "Stay indoors and close windows."
Superior Court Judge David Wasserman said there is clear and convincing evidence that Applegate knew what he was doing and that his actions would cause a reasonable person to "suffer substantial emotional distress."
Adam Walker was "charged with grand theft and forgery for making monetary transfers from the foundation to his personal account," prosecutors said.
On June 5, just before 3 a.m., two men opened a cage sitting outside a residence in the 3000 block of Cortner Avenue. They allegedly grabbed the yellow-naped amazon parrot and ran off.
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued a shelter-in-place order, saying, "Stay indoors and close windows."
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
Superior Court Judge David Wasserman said there is clear and convincing evidence that Applegate knew what he was doing and that his actions would cause a reasonable person to "suffer substantial emotional distress."
Adam Walker was "charged with grand theft and forgery for making monetary transfers from the foundation to his personal account," prosecutors said.
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News.
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued a shelter-in-place order, saying, "Stay indoors and close windows."
Superior Court Judge David Wasserman said there is clear and convincing evidence that Applegate knew what he was doing and that his actions would cause a reasonable person to "suffer substantial emotional distress."
On June 5, just before 3 a.m., two men opened a cage sitting outside a residence in the 3000 block of Cortner Avenue. They allegedly grabbed the yellow-naped amazon parrot and ran off.
The NWS warns about the increased risk of ocean drowning, caused by strong rip currents, which can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Weather officials urge people to remain out of the water.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Police say that the beige/tan Chrysler PT Cruiser has a faded convertible top, unique lights, chrome rims and will likely have front-end damage after the June 5 crash that killed a bicyclist near the intersection of Bluegrass Street and Arlington Avenue.
People living in Southern California beach cities were busy preparing for a weekend full of king tides and powerful surf that could cause flooding in some low-lying areas.
The City of Laguna Beach said the sighting occurred 250 to 300 yards offshore of Christmas Cove, about one-quarter mile north of the area where the girl was initially swept away.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Riverside residents are raising concerns about reports that some of the historic artwork inside the Mission Inn, including the Taft Chair and the statue of the goddess Pomona, has been removed following the hotel's recent purchase.
Riverside County homicide investigators have announced two arrests in connection with a homicide in May that left a 47-year-old man dead in Home Gardens.
Firefighters said that the blaze was burning near the Fisherman's Retreat in the unincorporated area of El Casco, southwest of Calimesa.
Police said that more than 20 dogs were found in the back of the U-Haul, some of which were pregnant.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Gov. Newsom's office is escalating its fight with the Trump administration, sending a letter Tuesday to Acting U.S. AG Todd Blanche accusing the Justice Department of conducting a politically motivated investigation into his wife and associates.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
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.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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.
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.
Mike Trout hit a two-run home run and an RBI double for the Los Angeles Angels in a 7-0 shutout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th home run of the season and Justin Wrobleski threw six innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 1-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee will begin accepting applications for 60,000 positions on its volunteer crew starting in July.
Karl-Anthony Towns will "be beloved forever," Magic Johnson said in a surprise congratulatory message on "CBS Mornings" after the New York Knicks won the NBA championship.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Tony Hawk talks about his partnership with Visit Anaheim to champion nostalgia travel and Anaheim’s longstanding influence on skateboarding and the Southern California lifestyle.
Creator and star of “Girls Like Girls” talk about the movie, based on a song, then a book.
Emily Longeretta, Variety’s director of features, discusses the latest in entertainment news.
Renters are leaving Los Angeles to find nearby areas with a lower cost of living, a Rent Cafe study shows.
Author Kevin Seldon discusses fatherhood and his new book, “The Dad I’d Like to Friend Handbook.”
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.
