Filipino family taunted, attacked outside of a North Hollywood McDonald's
A Filipino family says they are still traumatized after being mocked and attacked last month in the drive-thru of a McDonald's in North Hollywood. Tena Ezzeddine reports.
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'Grey's Anatomy' shuttle driver files $20M lawsuit over LAPD traffic stop
He was allegedly stopped and detained by officers who erroneously believed he was behind the wheel of a stolen vehicle.
Super Bowl: Amid NFL's Diversity Crisis, LA Mogul Byron Allen Could Become League's First Ever Black Team Owner
Los Angeles media mogul Byron Allen could become the NFL's first Black majority team owner if he buys the Denver Broncos.
'My Son Was Targeted,' Laguna Hills High Student Spouts Racial Slurs At Black Player During Basketball Game
A Laguna Hills High School student unleashed a flurry of racial slurs directed at the only Black player on Portola High School's boy's basketball team during a game last week.
California Bears The Painful Scars Of Native American Boarding Schools
For decades, Native American children attended federally-run boarding schools where they were forced to assimilate, an ugly truth in American history.
Suni Lee, Olympic Gold Medalist, Says She Was Pepper-Sprayed On LA Street In Racist Incident
Lee was the all around gymnastics champion this summer. Her family is originally from Laos, in Southeast Asia.
4 Teen Girls Arrested For Racist Graffiti In Thousand Oaks, Using Ethnically Derogatory Language Against Other Children
They were arrested for vandalizing a Thousand Oaks business with racial slurs, and then making racially derogatory comments against a group of younger girls, authorities said.
Study: Millennials Discriminate Based On Race When Picking Roommates
Millennials show "strong racial bias and anti-Blackness" when looking for roommates, a study released Monday by the University of California, Los Angeles suggested.
Angels Pitcher Kenyan Middleton Explains Why He Knelt: 'Racism Is Something I've Dealth With My Entire Life'
"As a Black man in this country, it is my obligation to want to better the future for generations to come."
Online Petition Calls For More Visible, Complete Tribute To Bruce's Beach In Manhattan Beach
A grassy oceanfront park in Manhattan Beach was renamed Bruce's Beach in 2006 for the Bruce family, which owned the property and ran it as a safe place for recreation for the Black community. Racism, however, drove them off the property in the 1920s.
Riverside City Council Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis
The city of Riverside follows San Bernardino in declaring racism a public health crisis.
Loyola Marymount University Makes Juneteenth A Paid Holiday In First Step To Address Systemic, Institutional Racism
The first actions LMU will take is to make two Black therapists available to students, change the art and images in its University Hall to reflect a more inclusive and diverse representation of history, and make Juneteenth a paid university holiday.
Lady Antebellum Drops 'Antebellum' From Name Over Associations To Slavery
Antebellum refers to an architectural style of home which was prevalent in the Southern United States in the 19th century.
Student Expelled From Orange County Catholic School After Sharing Racist Video
A student at Santa Margarita Catholic High School was expelled after posting a racist video to social media app Snapchat.
Racist Graffiti Found At Compton Elementary School
Staff arrived at Longfellow Elementary Wednesday morning to a disturbing scene and immediately contacted school police.
Controversial Exam Question About Race Under Investigation At Cal State Long Beach
A Cal State Long Beach student claims a final exam question crossed the line into racism.
Ryanair Incident: Video Of Racist Passenger Sparks Criticism
Ryanair is facing criticism after a video posted online apparently shows the airline's crew failing to take action to remove a passenger who launched a racist tirade against a fellow traveler.
Coast Guard Removes Employee From Florence Duty Over Alleged White Power Gesture
The Coast Guard apologized after one of its workers made the alleged gesture in the background of a televised interview.
Father Of Slain Girl: 'Don't User Her Death To Promote Racism'
"She may not be able to speak for herself, but I can and will. Please leave us out of your debate. Allow us to grieve in privacy and with dignity. At long last, show some decency," said Rob Tibbetts.
Only On 2: 'I'll Take Your Yarmulke Off,' Says YouTuber Hamton Brandon Before Jewelry Store Employee Is Punched
Cellphone video shows YouTuber Hampton Brandon telling an elderly jewelry store employee, "I'll take your yarmulke off," before a person is seen punching the man in the stomach.
Study: Teens' Growing Worry About Discrimination Associated With Increased Smoking, Drug Use, Depression
A new study finds the growing incidence of displays of discrimination can be associated with negative outcomes in teens, including increased drug use, depression and behavioral disorders, among others.
Trump Comment That Immigrants Are 'Changing The Culture' Of Europe Blasted
Historians and advocates immediately denounced Trump's comments, saying such talk would encourage white nationalists.
Government Reopens Investigation Of Emmett Till's 1955 Lynching
The federal government has reopened its investigation into the slaying of Emmett Till, the black boy brutally killed after a white woman said he grabbed and whistled at her. The woman, now 84, was recently quoted in a book as saying she lied about Till's alleged behavior.
Black Woman Says She Was Victim Of Blatant Racism By White Man At Westin Hotel
The man explains to a hotel employee "I simply asked them if they'd showered. I'm sorry."
Waitress Fired Over 'N - - - - r-Hunting' Video, And Now Air Force Is Investigating Whether Woman Is Recruit
A brief, 13-second video posted to social media over the weekend has gone viral for the virulent, racist remarks uttered by several people in it, including a woman believed to have just joined the United States Air Force.
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Brush fire breaks out in Lancaster, has burned up to 10 acres
The department announced there were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Tickets on sale now to the "Golden Girl Kitchen" pop-up experience
The experience recreates the Miami home the four roommates shared and happens to open on Golden Girls Day.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
Brian Jimenez, 20, charged with attempted murder in 91 Freeway shooting
California Highway Patrol officers said Jimenez is accused of firing several rounds at another vehicle at around 10:10 p.m. on the 91 Freeway in Corona.
14-year-old Nathan Edy Martinez reported missing from East LA
Nathan Edy Martinez was last seen at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday near the 5100 block of East Sixth Street, near Garfield High School and Atlantic Boulevard.
Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
City officials stress importance of leaving fireworks to professionals ahead of Fourth of July
Leaders from LAFD, LACoFD and CA Fire Marshalls gathered at a conference in East L.A. to address the dangers to both personal safety and the environment that come with fireworks, urging the public to leave it to the pros.
Orange County District Attorney's Office clears 30-year backlog of untested sexual assault kits
Clearing the backlog led to criminal charges in six cold cases, and hundreds of new DNA profiles being added to law enforcement databases.
Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
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Brush fire breaks out in Lancaster, has burned up to 10 acres
The department announced there were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Tickets on sale now to the "Golden Girl Kitchen" pop-up experience
The experience recreates the Miami home the four roommates shared and happens to open on Golden Girls Day.
Unsolved murders on the rise, especially for Black, Hispanic victims
An analysis of FBI crime data by CBS 2 has found that LAPD's homicide clearance rate has ebbed over the years in a way that is concerning.
July 4th: Where Can I See Fireworks?
Happy Independence Day, America! After two years of canceled festivals and rescheduled events, Southern California Is ready to celebrate! Here is our complete guide, city by city!
Brian Jimenez, 20, charged with attempted murder in 91 Freeway shooting
California Highway Patrol officers said Jimenez is accused of firing several rounds at another vehicle at around 10:10 p.m. on the 91 Freeway in Corona.
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Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
LA Controller: LAHSA needs 'major reform' after workers caught dumping food meant for homeless
The CBS 2 investigation caught outreach workers trashing food for the homeless.
LAHSA to immediately review policies following CBS 2 Investigation
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said it will make every effort to distribute and donate food after a CBS 2 Investigation captured outreach workers trashing food meant for the unhoused.
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Brush fire breaks out in Lancaster, has burned up to 10 acres
The department announced there were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Tickets on sale now to the "Golden Girl Kitchen" pop-up experience
The experience recreates the Miami home the four roommates shared and happens to open on Golden Girls Day.
14-year-old Nathan Edy Martinez reported missing from East LA
Nathan Edy Martinez was last seen at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday near the 5100 block of East Sixth Street, near Garfield High School and Atlantic Boulevard.
City officials stress importance of leaving fireworks to professionals ahead of Fourth of July
Leaders from LAFD, LACoFD and CA Fire Marshalls gathered at a conference in East L.A. to address the dangers to both personal safety and the environment that come with fireworks, urging the public to leave it to the pros.
Help needed to find driver in Thousand Oaks hit-and-run that killed 77-year-old pedestrian
Yang Xuezeng of Thousand Oaks died of the injuries he sustained in the hit-and-run crash a few days after the June 7 crash.
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Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
Orange County District Attorney's Office clears 30-year backlog of untested sexual assault kits
Clearing the backlog led to criminal charges in six cold cases, and hundreds of new DNA profiles being added to law enforcement databases.
Arrest warrant issued for man accused of stealing yacht, crashing it into other boats in Newport Harbor
Siam was arrested in March after allegedly stealing a 60-foot yacht and crashing it into several other boats in Newport Harbor.
Caught on video: Westminster woman walking 3 dogs victim of hit-and-run Wednesday
Police were called to the scene of the hit-and-run just before 6 a.m. where they found the victim suffering from serious injuries.
Power outage knocks out electricity to southern Redondo Beach including pier
The outage is affecting an unknown amount of customers along Harbor Drive, Catalina Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway and Portofino Way.
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Hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks seized in Costa Mesa, Montclair
Fireworks, including the so-called Safe & Sane variety, are illegal in many cities across Southern California.
Fatal collision on 15 Freeway prompts lengthy road closure in Corona
All lanes of the southbound 15 Freeway just north of Temescal Canyon Road in Corona were blocked as investigators surveyed the area and crews attempted to clear debris from the road.
LA, San Bernardino County officials close preserves fearing wildfires sparked by fireworks
The growing concern of wildfires sparked by fireworks has caused several areas like the Angeles National Forest to close some preserves.
CHP officers arrest suspect in 91 Freeway shooting
The shooting was reported on June 23 on SR-91 in Corona, when the suspect fired multiple rounds at another vehicle before fleeing from the area. He has now been booked on a number of charges including attempted murder.
Explosion levels home, damages several others in Victorville
At least one woman in the house where the explosion is believed to have originated was taken to the hospital.
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Investors suffered their worst first half of a year since 1970
The start of 2022 has pushed Wall Street into a bear market. Here's what the rest of the year could hold for investors.
Bison gores 71-year-old woman in Yellowstone's second attack this week
This is the second report in three days of bison attacking tourists in the park, and the third report in a month.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
Biden says he'd support eliminating filibuster to codify Roe
The president blasted the Supreme Court's decision as "outrageous" and "destabilizing."
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President Biden announces 17 Medal of Freedom recipients
Among the recipients are Steve Jobs, Megan Rapinoe, Sister Simone Campbell, John McCain and Denzel Washington.
Rep. Judy Chu arrested, cited during anti-abortion march in Washington, DC
The congresswoman was arrested by Capitol Police at about 1 p.m. Washington time while sitting with other demonstrators in an intersection between the Russell Senate Office Building and the Supreme Court building.
Ketanji Brown Jackson officially becomes first Black woman on Supreme Court
"On behalf of all of the members of the court, I am pleased to welcome Justice Jackson to the court and to our common calling," Chief Justice John Roberts said.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions
The ruling delivers a significant blow to the Biden administration's efforts to fight climate change.
Supreme Court says Biden can end "Remain in Mexico" rule for asylum-seekers
In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the high court rejected arguments by Republican-led states seeking to force officials to keep the policy.
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California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
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Orange County announces first presumptive case of monkeypox
To date, there have been 4,769 cases worldwide and 306 in the U.S.
LA County COVID hospitalizations climb back over 800
According to the latest state figures released Tuesday, there are currently 807 COVID-positive patients in county hospitals.
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court Friday overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, which guaranteed a woman's right to abortion. The ruling sends the issue back to the states. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
COVID-19 hospitalization rate slows, pushing back estimated return date of indoor mask mandate
The rate of patients with COVID-19 admitted to hospitals remained the same over the course of two weeks, ending a trend of constantly increasing hospitalization rates by week.
FDA bans Juul e-cigarettes from the U.S. market
Regulator's decision comes amid concerns that an epidemic of underage vaping will hook a new generation on nicotine.
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California gas tax goes up 3 cents on July 1
California's gas tax hovers at about 51 cents a gallon, so when the scheduled increase kicks in Friday, it will be about 54 cents a gallon.
People expected to pay more for July 4th groceries this year
People are expected to spend about $70 to host 10 people, up 17% compared to last year.
Third delivery of Australian baby formula lands at LAX
A second delivery is scheduled for Philadelphia, Penn. on July 5.
What gas tax rebate? Lawmakers reach deal on "inflation relief" payments for 23 million Californians
An agreement on the framework of the 2022-23 budget was reached Sunday night and includes giving 23 million Californians direct payments of as much as $1,050.
Millions of Southern Californians opt for Fourth of July road trips
The Auto Club predicts 426,000 Southern Californians will opt to fly this Fourth of July, an 8% drop from 2019.
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5-time All-Star, former No. 1 overall pick John Wall signs with Clippers
After agreeing to a $6.5 million buyout with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Wall joins the Clippers on a two-year, $13.2 million deal.
Justin Turner hits 2 HRs, Dodgers beat Padres 3-1
Turner homered twice, including a go-ahead two-run shot in the seventh inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers won 3-1 on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series between the NL West's top teams.
USC, UCLA moving from PAC-12 to Big Ten in 2024
The decision ends a more than 100-year legacy with the Pacific Conference.
Football hero's killer can't be re-tried for murder
Joe McKnight played three seasons at USC before being drafted by the New York Jets in 2010. He was shot and killed in a road rage incident outside of New Orleans in December 2016.
Italian veteran Chiellini excited to join young LAFC roster
The additions of Chiellini and Bale, along with re-signing 2019 MLS MVP Carlos Vela, should keep LAFC among the league's top clubs the rest of the season.
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New liquor license granted to Cinerama Dome owners
The Cinerama has been closed since the start of the pandemic, so the move has fueled speculation and excitement that it could reopen soon.
J.B. Smoove, Melissa Fumero to present Emmy nominations on July 12
The virtual nomination ceremony will stream live on Emmys.com.
Stephen Curry named host of 2022 ESPY Awards
Curry will host the awards that will be presented on July 20 in downtown Los Angeles.
Britney Spears' ex-husband ordered to trial on stalking charge
A judge has found that there is enough evidence against ex-husband Jason Alexander to go to trial for felony stalking after he showed up uninvited at the pop star's wedding earlier this month.
Will Smith wins BET Award, three months after Oscars slap
Smith was up against two stars of "Bel Air," which is a reworking of Smith's TV show from the 1990s, "Fresh Prince of Bel Air."
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12-year-old's French bulldog puppies stolen in front of his Long Beach home
Around 9 p.m., on June 21 the dogs got out of the family's property through a gate left open during home renovations. Security video showed the dog scattering along 66th Way when a car slowly approached. It then made a U-turn at Lewis Avenue and pulled up next to the puppies. Rina Nakano reports.
Free gas for Compton residents
Some lucky drivers in Compton got their gas tanks filled today for free, thanks to Compton City Councilman Andre Spicer.
RV rentals on rise as people hit highway for 4th of July weekend
CBSLA's Jasmine Viel reports from Alhambra.
Travelers going through LAX for 4th of July encountering delays, cancellations
CBSLA'S Jeff Nguyen reports from Los Angeles International Airport.
Teacher struggles in a pandemic in new thriller "Last the Night"
Director Nick Leisure and actress Makena Taylor talked to Amy Johnson about the new film.
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2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
Daytime Emmys Red Carpet Arrivals
Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
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.
