Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
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President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol survived an opposition-led attempt to impeach him over his declaration of martial law this week.
Russia's Vladimir Putin pays a rare visit to North Korea, where he and Kim Jong Un vow to jointly fight "the imperialist hegemonistic policies of the U.S."
South Korea and Japan say North Korea has test launched a missile likely among the most powerful, long-range weapons in its arsenal, the Hwasong-18 ICBM.
U.S. soldier Travis King, who ran across the border from South Korea into North Korea in July, was transferred back to U.S. custody in China.
Putin said Russia could help North Korea build and launch satellites and Kim backed Moscow's "anti-imperialist" efforts as both countries lock horns with the U.S.
The American soldier ran into the North last week across the Koreas' heavily armed border. Pyongyang hasn't said anything publicly about Travis King.
The U.S. service member crossed the border so quickly that South Korean and American soldiers didn't have time to stop him, according to local media.
Tensions at the border were sky-high -- literally. Seoul said it was the first time in five years that drones from the North violated its airspace.
At the APEC summit in Bangkok, Vice President Harris strongly condemned the test, calling it a "brazen violation of multiple U.N. Security resolutions."
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said that the four short-range missiles fired from a western coastal area around noon flew about 130 kilometers (80 miles) toward the country's western sea.
The test of the suspected Hwasong-12 rocket set off warning alarms in northern Japan, and drew a quick military response from the U.S. and South Korea.
Harris visited South Korea and assured the close ally that the U.S. commitment to its defense was "ironclad" in the face of Kim Jong Un's threats.
The indictment identifies Jon Chang Hyok, 31; Kim Il, 27; and Park Jin Hyok, 36; as members of the Reconnaissance General Bureau, or RGB, a military intelligence agency of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Park was previously charged in a 2018 criminal complaint.
No agreement was reached between President Trump and Kim Jong Un about North Korea's denuclearization, and their summit in Vietnam was cut short.
President Donald Trump is preparing for another round of high-stakes nuclear diplomacy with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, a follow-up encounter that officials in the U.S. and across Asia are watching with trepidation.
The two Koreas said they were taking a step closer to peace by signing a joint military agreement that removes the threat of conflict on the Peninsula.
Besides the 2014 cyberattack on Sony Pictures Entertainment, Park Jin Hyok has also been implicated in the 2017 WannaCry 2.0 global ransomware attack; the 2016 theft of $81 million from Bangladesh Bank.
Around the globe, tens of millions are trapped in forced labor, forced marriages and other situations they can't escape.
U.S. Secretary of State did not meet with Kim Jong Un during his two-day visit to North Korea in the wake of the Trump-Kim summit.
The spur-of-the-moment White House lawn interview was, in the memory of those present, unprecedented.
Mr. Trump signaled that the U.S. could begin to lift sanctions against North Korea before the "complete denuclearization" of the Korean Peninsula is verified and said the U.S. would halt military drills with South Korea to ease the diplomatic process.
US President Donald Trump put his extraordinary gamble with North Korea's Kim Jong Un to the test on Tuesday, sitting for unprecedented and surreal talks with the rogue kingdom's despotic leader in what he hopes will amount to a historic breakthrough.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo briefed reporters Monday morning in Singapore to give an update on preparations for President Donald Trump's historic summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
"I feel that Kim Jong Un wants to do something great for his people," Mr. Trump said. "And he has that opportunity, and he won't have that opportunity again."
A third driver who struck the man remained at the scene, police said.
The crash happened at around 4:30 p.m. in the 20300 block of Sherman Way near Oso Avenue, according to Los Angeles Fire Department officials.
California adoptees are pushing for a bill that would give them access to their birth certificates, which are currently sealed by the state when adoption is finalized.
Zack Wheeler allowed one run in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
A 54-year-old Riverside County man was arrested last week for a deadly stabbing that happened in the unincorporated community of Mead Valley near Perris.
A third driver who struck the man remained at the scene, police said.
The crash happened at around 4:30 p.m. in the 20300 block of Sherman Way near Oso Avenue, according to Los Angeles Fire Department officials.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
California adoptees are pushing for a bill that would give them access to their birth certificates, which are currently sealed by the state when adoption is finalized.
A 54-year-old Riverside County man was arrested last week for a deadly stabbing that happened in the unincorporated community of Mead Valley near Perris.
The crash happened at around 4:30 p.m. in the 20300 block of Sherman Way near Oso Avenue, according to Los Angeles Fire Department officials.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
The incident took place around 4:41 a.m. at Superior Grocers in the area of Manchester Avenue and Crocker Street.
It happened just after 10 p.m. near Redondo Beach Boulevard and Vermont Avenue, according to a news release from the Gardena Police Department.
After more than two months, the last of the food waste inside the burnt-out Lineage cold storage warehouse that went up in flames in June has been removed.
A 14-year-old Orange County boy was seriously injured in a crash while he was allegedly riding an e-motorcycle illegally, according to police.
The one-day, nonprofit festival, founded by musician Olivia Rodrigo, features an all-female lineup including performances by Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Katseye, Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and more.
Cal State LA switched to a modified system as campus officials continue working to address an air conditioning outage.
California lawmakers passed legislation that would ban disposable nicotine vapes.
An e-bike ban at Newport Beach schools has unintentionally sparked disputes between students and neighbors.
A 54-year-old Riverside County man was arrested last week for a deadly stabbing that happened in the unincorporated community of Mead Valley near Perris.
An 18-year-old was arrested for allegedly cutting down a Flock camera in Temecula on Tuesday night, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
After hundreds of residents flooded an open house hosted by the power company looking to install miles of high-voltage power lines through the city of Temecula, the mayor took to social media to share a scathing message about what she called a "dog and pony show."
Deputies said that the plane was found nose down in a field near the Big Bear City Airport.
After more than 30 years, the final victim of the "Happy Face Killer" has been identified thanks to investigative efforts in Riverside County.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Violent flash floods hit the Grand Canyon's Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch area, the National Park Service said, leaving more than a dozen people missing.
The judge delivered a victory for Stanford University's student newspaper, which said some international students were afraid to speak out because of the deportation threat.
Milo Yiannopoulos, who is British, was accused of overstaying his visa after entering the country legally in May 2019.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
The judge delivered a victory for Stanford University's student newspaper, which said some international students were afraid to speak out because of the deportation threat.
Milo Yiannopoulos, who is British, was accused of overstaying his visa after entering the country legally in May 2019.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said Milo Yiannopoulos "chose to overstay his welcome."
California lawmakers are moving to ban a controversial device that can deliver an electric shock through a law enforcement officer's gloves, while the Sacramento County sheriff argues the technology can help deputies safely detain people without using more forceful tactics.
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.
Zack Wheeler allowed one run in six innings as the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep with a 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Tyler Glasnow gave up two hits and one run in seven innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Detroit Tigers 6-1.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Amahl Pellegrino added some insurance with a short-handed goal in the second half, Anders Dreyer had two assists and San Diego FC went on to beat the Los Angeles Galaxy 3-1.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
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.
A hit-and-run crash left a man dead in Watts late Sunday night, according to authorities. Tina Patel reports.
Southern California's heat wave is over, but that doesn't mean this week's weather will be typical. Amber Lee reports.
Aaron Donald, commonly regarded as one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, has announced his return to the Los Angeles Rams after two years of retirement, forming a fearsome duo with the newly acquired Myles Garrett on the defensive front.
Marina Jurica takes an in-depth look at how the newly launched NASA Roman Space Telescope can help astronomers explore dark energy and the hidden universe.
Four years after a horrific crash that killed six people at a Windsor Hills intersection, the driver who allegedly caused it all is set to stand trial. Zach Boetto 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.
