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Authorities have identified the pilot of the twin engine Cessna that crashed on the side of the 210 Freeway in Sylmar Wednesday as 62-year-old John King. FAA and NTSB officials are still investigating to determine the cause of the crash.
After yet another airplane crash stemming from Whiteman Airport in Pacoima, said to be the 78th to date, residents are voicing their concerns yet again - calling for its closure. CBS LA's Joy Benedict spoke with several of those locals, who are now being backed by a Los Angeles City Council member.
Jeff Nguyen was at the scene in Sylmar, where a twin engine Cessna crashed Wednesday afternoon, killing the pilot upon impact. Both the FAA and NTSB are expected to investigate the crash to determine cause in the fatal crash.
Jeff Nguyen was at the scene in Sylmar, where a twin engine Cessna crashed Wednesday afternoon, killing the pilot upon impact. Both the FAA and NTSB are expected to investigate the crash to determine cause in the fatal crash.
The plane did not land in lanes or hit any cars, but traffic is expected to be impacted by the recovery operation. Kristine Lazar reports.
A single-engine Cessna 210 crash-landed near the Lancaster Airport Monday. Neither of the two occupants onboard was injured.
A single-engine Cessna 210 crash-landed near the Lancaster Airport Monday.
The single-engine plane crashed Sunday morning at an airport southwest of Kansas City.
A single-engine Cessna 172 went down Sunday near train tracks adjacent to Whiteman Airport in Pacoima, sending the pilot to the hospital.
Several reports of a plane down in East County San Diego were made to the San Diego Sheriff's Department on Monday night around 7:15 p.m. in the unincorporated Bostonia area near El Cajon.
The small aircraft was reported down in field north of the 3200 block of Everview Terrace in Temecula at about 11 a.m., according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Deputy Fire Chief Justin Matsushita said two people died at the scene and two are hospitalized in unknown condition.
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The pilot was alert and received treatment at the scene.
The crash happened just after noon in the freeway's southbound lanes at Via De La Valle. Two people on board the plane were not hurt.
Authorities said bystanders pulled the pilot and passenger to safety. They were airlifted to the Arrowhead Regional Medical Center trauma unit with moderate to serious injuries.
After reports of crash, officers found a single engine Cessna, nose down, in the middle of Benson Avenue.
A small plane crashed Saturday evening, around 7 p.m., near the 101 and 33 Freeways.
The pilot, identified by the Los Angeles County coroner as 53-year-old Larry Voit of Gardena, was declared dead at the scene.
More than a week after a plane crashed into their neighborhood, residents in Pacoima say Whiteman Airport is a safety threat and want it to be shut down.
Authorities say they are searching for a Cessna 182 Skyline and its solo occupant, 61-year-old Deborah Nicholson from the Lake Tahoe area.
Crews were searching the water off the coast of Goleta Beach Park after a small aircraft went down soon after departing from Santa Barbara Airport.
A small plane crashed near the Van Nuys airport on Friday, killing two people.
A small plane crashed in Upland Wednesday, but the pilot survived and was helped from the downed craft.
The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board have been notified.
One suspect was detained at the scene and deputies have reportedly recovered a weapon that may have been involved in the incident.
The shooting left one man dead and five others injured, prompting the tight-knit community to come out in force and pay their respects to the victims of the tragic incident.
With the second major set to begin this week, all signs are pointing towards Tiger Woods playing in the 2022 PGA Championship.
No structures were reportedly threatened by the blaze, which had only torched two acres by the time crews were able to extinguish the flames.
San Bernardino County Fire Department crews were dispatched to the scene after reports of smoke showing from the mall structure.
The homer was Ohtani's eighth of the season, leading the Halos to the series victory over the Athletics, three games to one.
After falling behind 4-0 early, the Dodgers chipped the lead away until Gavin Lux's two-run double off of former Dodger Corey Knebel salvaged a series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies.
CAL FIRe/Riverside County Fire Department crews were engaged with the blaze which had grown from 20 acres to 75 acres in less than an hour's time.
The blaze was aided by 10-15 mile per hour winds that were pushing it towards an area of heavy vegetation before crews were able to contain the forward movement.
One of the two victims remains in critical condition. Authorities are still searching for a pair of suspects, only identified as Black males at the time.
A large rubbish fire quickly spread to a vacant church on N. San Fernando Road, prompting crews to evacuate the nearby two-story residential motel.
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One suspect was detained at the scene and deputies have reportedly recovered a weapon that may have been involved in the incident.
The shooting left one man dead and five others injured, prompting the tight-knit community to come out in force and pay their respects to the victims of the tragic incident.
With the second major set to begin this week, all signs are pointing towards Tiger Woods playing in the 2022 PGA Championship.
No structures were reportedly threatened by the blaze, which had only torched two acres by the time crews were able to extinguish the flames.
San Bernardino County Fire Department crews were dispatched to the scene after reports of smoke showing from the mall structure.
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
A video depicting an officer with the Veterans Affairs Police Department swinging his baton at a suspect on the ground more than two dozen times has raised questions about possible police brutality.
It's not the first time a city auto yard has been hit either. Last March, 68 vehicles were targeted at a city-owned facility in Lincoln Heights.
No structures were reportedly threatened by the blaze, which had only torched two acres by the time crews were able to extinguish the flames.
The blaze was aided by 10-15 mile per hour winds that were pushing it towards an area of heavy vegetation before crews were able to contain the forward movement.
One of the two victims remains in critical condition. Authorities are still searching for a pair of suspects, only identified as Black males at the time.
A large rubbish fire quickly spread to a vacant church on N. San Fernando Road, prompting crews to evacuate the nearby two-story residential motel.
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The shooting left one man dead and five others injured, prompting the tight-knit community to come out in force and pay their respects to the victims of the tragic incident.
When deputies arrived, the suspect was hogtied by an extension cord after churchgoers detained him and confiscated at least two weapons.
A Fullerton Fire Department firefighter was also injured while battling the blaze.
The suspect reportedly flashed his genitals to several different residents walking along Live Oak Canyon Trail on Tuesday evening.
Chase Silseth allowed one hit in six strong innings while becoming the first player from last year's draft to make his major league debut, leading the Los Angeles Angels to a 2-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night.
CAL FIRe/Riverside County Fire Department crews were engaged with the blaze which had grown from 20 acres to 75 acres in less than an hour's time.
The thieves stole Wildwood Little League's safe and various equipment used for field maintenance and snack bar operations.
California's massive budget surplus has Governor Gavin Newsom demanding a huge spending spree in his updated 2022 Budget Plan. It includes billions more in education spending and cash payments to every Californian who owns a vehicle.
Tens of thousands of people are expected to participate in "Bans Off Our Bodies Abortion Rally" events across the Southland on Saturday in support of reproductive rights.
The West Covina Police Department reported to a smash and grab robbery at Daniel's Jewelry inside the West Covina Plaza with three male suspects involved.
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
The owner of an oil pipeline that spewed thousands of barrels of crude oil onto Southern California beaches in 2015 has agreed to pay $230 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by fishermen and property owners, court documents show.
The suspect, identified as 18-year-old Payton S. Gendron, of Conklin, was taken into custody.
The senators travelled to Ukraine days before the Senate is expected to pass a $40 billion package of military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
Ward's cause of death was not released.
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
The new district will include some parts of the San Fernando Valley, Antelope Valley and Santa Clarita.
The senators travelled to Ukraine days before the Senate is expected to pass a $40 billion package of military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
California's massive budget surplus has Governor Gavin Newsom demanding a huge spending spree in his updated 2022 Budget Plan. It includes billions more in education spending and cash payments to every Californian who owns a vehicle.
The former LAPD officer said he and Caruso "agree on the playbook to solve the city's pressing issues."
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
The ILWU's current bargaining agreement expires on July 1.
Gas prices continued their relentless rise, going up to an average $5.89 for a gallon of regular gas in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
From roses to peonies, the price of flowers has skyrocketed making Mother's Day a bit more expensive than usual.
12-year-old Rancho Santa Margarita student won the contest after writing a poem about his mom.
The specific food item that caused the sickness is still not known because the sampled food items were mixed.
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
The warnings have been issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.
Gates said he was fortunate to be vaccinated and boosted and to have access to testing and "great medical care."
CDC data showed firearm homicides rose 35% during the first year of the pandemic to the highest rate since 1994.
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
California law states that the minimum wage must increase when inflation increases more than 7%.
The construction has made it difficult for owners to keep their doors open with some saying it's even harder than during the pandemic.
The ILWU's current bargaining agreement expires on July 1.
With the second major set to begin this week, all signs are pointing towards Tiger Woods playing in the 2022 PGA Championship.
The homer was Ohtani's eighth of the season, leading the Halos to the series victory over the Athletics, three games to one.
After falling behind 4-0 early, the Dodgers chipped the lead away until Gavin Lux's two-run double off of former Dodger Corey Knebel salvaged a series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist as the Edmonton Oilers advanced through to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, beating the Los Angeles Kings 2-0 in Game 7 on Saturday night.
Bryce Harper homered for the third game in a row, complimented by three other blasts from Jean Segura, Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins as the Phillies handed the Boys in Blue their fourth-straight loss.
Ward's cause of death was not released.
The post office's dedication to Ritchie Valens takes place on what would have been Valens' 81st birthday.
The Smashing Pumpkins is Saturday's headliner, while the Steve Miller Band caps the festival off on Sunday.
The comedian and actor was arrested Wednesday morning at O'Neill Regional Park, 30892 Trabuco Canyon Road.
Isaiah Lee, 23, was in court Tuesday to request a release on his own recognizance.
If you don't want to sit in bumper to bumper traffic this work week, join many other LA residents who will be riding their bikes to work. It's an attempt to help people get more exercise. People who do ride their bikes this week will get a free ride on the metro.
Take a look at the greatest eclipse, which occurred at 9 p.m. on Sunday night. It only happens when the moon is moved to the shadow of the earth as the sun rotates to the other side of our planet.
As a small Orange County community reels in the wake of a tragic shooting at a Laguna Woods church, law enforcement and city officials join to provide relief and stand together in the face of the violence, including deploying a "Crisis K9" named Henry. Jake Reiner reports.
CBS LA's Laurie Perez remained at the scene of a fatal shooting at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, where she provided updates on the reaction to Sunday's tragic event and included statements from prominent political figures.
Our very own Pat Harvey emceed the 14th annual Punk Pump Affair fundraiser and awards show, which helps raise money for an autism awareness organization called the "Special Needs Network."
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.
The 94th Academy Awards will be one to remember for decades to come.
