Flea-Borne Typhus Reported On The Rise In Orange County
Orange County health officials say an unusually high number of cases of flea-borne typhus have cropped up recently.
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Orange County health officials say an unusually high number of cases of flea-borne typhus have cropped up recently.
Peter Quill, 45, is accused of repeatedly hitting his neighbor over the head with a flashlight after complaining about the loud hum of a generator during the widespread power outage.
San Diego Gas & Electric says it has restored power to 1.4 million customers affected by a massive 12-hour outage that stretched from Arizona to Mexico.
A fifth alleged victim has come forward to identify a 20-year-old Santa Ana man accused of exposing himself to four other teenage girls near Orange County high schools.
While donations are welcome, the hospital would prefer gift cards so its staff could pick out the DVDs most appropriate for children.
An Artesia man has been convicted of kidnapping, attempted kidnapping and sexual assault charges, in separate incidents with three underage girls.
A now-retired Laguna Hills High School Spanish teacher pleaded guilty Wednesday to having sex with one of his female students.
A high surf advisory is in effect until Friday evening along Southern California's coast as 12-foot waves pummel the shore.
An Orange County mother is in the hospital dealing with the physical and emotional aftermath of being bitten, repeatedly, by a rattlesnake.
A plan to bring call center jobs back from overseas may be in jeopardy after the government filed suit to block a $39 billion deal to buy T-Mobile.
Former Los Angeles Laker Javaris Crittenton was in custody Tuesday in connection with the murder of a 22-year-old woman in Atlanta.
Public health programs in Orange County could face substantial cuts if officials are unable to recover $48 million in loans to the state of California.
An Irvine man is behind bars on Monday for allegedly slapping his seven-year-old son aboard a tour boat and tossing him overboard into Newport Harbor.
Authorities are on the hunt for a man suspected of robbing three Orange County banks Friday morning.
A 32-year-old man was sentenced Friday to nearly six and a half years in prison for attempting to set anIrvinechurch on fire because he disagreed with its teachings on masturbation.
A 7-year-old Orange County boy can stand tall after climbing Mount Whitney in a single day.
With your support, your American Cancer Society is saving lives and helping more people facing breast cancer celebrate more birthdays.
An 83-year-old Santa Ana great-grandmother is making national headlines for getting breast implants.
A man charged with breaking into a former neighbor's home and climbing into bed with a 10-year-old girl has pleaded not guilty in an Orange County court.
The alleged victim of a sexual assault in her Irvine home testified Wednesday that when she saw the man accused of attacking her on the street she felt uneasy because he got a little too close for comfort.
Andrea Peck said her mother was letting their beloved parti poodle out of the front gate of their home when a coyote suddenly appeared.
Creditors say they'll sue unless owners of the Crystal Cathedral agree to sell the Orange County landmark.
Thuan Van Nguyen will also have to register as a sex offender and to serve three years of formal probation after being released from custody.
A civil rights group says the Orange County district attorney's office shouldn't be investigating the police-involved death of a mentally ill homeless man.
Ian Victor Kincheloe, of Laguna Hills, 25, reportedly arranged a meeting online with a 13-year-old girl at the Huntington Beach Pier.
The incident was initially reported as a garage fire, but it quickly spread to the attic.
The reveal comes more than one year after Hernandez was last seen at the Hollywood Hills home of singer D4vd, authorities said.
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
The resolution drafted by LAUSD board member Nick Melvoin says that while developing skills in technology is critical in the digital world, excessive screen time can also have negative effects.
The state can appeal the ruling if it chooses to.
The incident was initially reported as a garage fire, but it quickly spread to the attic.
The reveal comes more than one year after Hernandez was last seen at the Hollywood Hills home of singer D4vd, authorities said.
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
The resolution drafted by LAUSD board member Nick Melvoin says that while developing skills in technology is critical in the digital world, excessive screen time can also have negative effects.
The state can appeal the ruling if it chooses to.
The incident was initially reported as a garage fire, but it quickly spread to the attic.
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
The resolution drafted by LAUSD board member Nick Melvoin says that while developing skills in technology is critical in the digital world, excessive screen time can also have negative effects.
Airport leaders say the testing phase requires 30 consecutive days of continuous service without major problems before passengers can ride.
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.
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 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.
California state officials are sounding the alarm over an early mosquito season due to an uncharacteristically warm winter, leading to an explosion in population.
Cooler temperatures and some rain are predicted for Southern California after a warm weekend.
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.
More than 500 firearms were seized from a Riverside County home last week when deputies served a search warrant during an investigation into the sale of illegal firearms.
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.
Some U.S. importers reported problems filing tariff refund claims after Customs and Border Patrol launched its dedicated portal on Monday.
Authorities initially said the accident happened while the officers were returning from the drug raids, but the Chihuahua state prosecutor later said the Americans weren't involved in those operations.
Officers from the Iowa City Police Department heard gunfire while responding to a report of a large fight, the department said.
The gunman, who is also dead, shot 10 people in total, according to police. All eight who died were children from 3 to 11 years old, police said.
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.
Lori Chavez-DeRemer is taking a role in the private sector, according to the White House.
Yee said she decided to suspend her bid for California governor because her experience and competence were not polling highly enough for her to win.
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
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.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
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.
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.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
Nicolas Roy scored on a rebound 7:44 into overtime and Scott Wedgewood made 24 saves, including a penalty shot, as the Colorado Avalanche beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
LeBron James had 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers outlasted the Houston Rockets for a 101-94 victory and a stunning 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
Lenyn Sosa had a pinch-hit, two-run double during a three-run eighth inning, reliever Louis Varland bailed out struggling closer Jeff Hoffman by inducing a game-ending double-play grounder, and the Toronto Blue Jays held on for a 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Los Angeles City Council members on Tuesday unanimously authorized $9.5 million to help repair sidewalks near venues for the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
With just 50 days until the FIFA World Cup 2026 begins, event organizers are set to release tickets for all 104 matches of the international soccer tournament.
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.
Culver City Safe Routes to School celebrates Earth Day with a morning street closure, while Metro LA offers free rides and South LA recycling center offers free dumping.
Some of the best pizza spots in Los Angeles will be on deck for Pizza City Fest at LA Live this weekend. Founder Steve Dolinsky brings along Thomas Desantis from “Anna Pizza,” Brett Cooper from “Prime Pizza,” and Nakul Mahendro from “BADMAASH” to CBS LA.
A critical question for Southern California—where does our water actually come from? After a winter of record warmth and rapid snow melting, the answer could have big implications for our water future. CBS LA climatologist Marina Jurica explains.
Actor David Faustino talks about the “Married With Children” reunion at “Netflix is a Joke Festival.”
Nick Gerda, watchdog correspondent at LAist, joins CBS LA Mornings to discuss the major problems auditors are flagging with the handling of tax dollars by the L.A. Homeless Services Authority.
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.
