Jann Wenner removed from board of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Wenner, the co-founder of Rolling Stone magazine, also co-founded the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1987.
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CHP arrests driver in viral video yelling n-word at victims in Oakland road rage incident
A man involved in a road rage incident in which he was captured on video yelling racial slurs before crashing his vehicle has been arrested, the California Highway Patrol said Friday.
Dilbert distributor cuts ties to strip's creator over his race remarks
Various U.S. media publishers said they would no longer give Adams a platform after he made comments described as racist, hateful and discriminatory in a Feb. 22 YouTube video.
Several media outlets drop Dilbert comic strip after creator's racist remarks
Various media officials denounced the comments by Dilbert creator Scott Adams as racist, hateful and discriminatory, while saying they would no longer provide a platform for his work.
Man arrested after racist, homophobic rant goes viral on TikTok
Jordan Douglas Krah, 40, was arrested on hate crimes charges after verbally accosting two college students on Christmas Eve.
Only On: 13-year-old receives racial slurs, threats at middle school in Northridge
One of the mothers, who only wanted to be identified as Tia, told CBSLA Reporter Rachel Kim that her 13-year-old daughter at Nobel Charter Middle School was threatened by another 13-year-old girl and eventually by that girl's mother as well.
Redondo Beach residents discover racist flyer posted in neighborhood
Redondo Beach residents were shocked to find racist flyers saying certain trick-or-treaters were not welcome. Rina Nakano reports.
Black student at Torrance high school told to "go back to Africa"
A 5-year-old video of teenage girls from Torrance's South High School has resurfaced on social media and is now making students feel unsafe. Rina Nakano reports.
Gap yanks remaining Yeezy products and shutters website
Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, ended his shoe and clothing deal with the retailer in September.
LA County Federation of Labor President Ron Herrera resigns after leaked audio of racist remarks
Ron Herrera, the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor president, has resigned for his involvement in a racist controversy that has also ensnared three LA City council members. Tom Wait reports
Caruso, Bass call for resignation of council members caught saying racist remarks
Mayoral candidates Karen Bass and Rick Caruso agree on one thing — the council members caught saying racist remarks in a secret recording should resign from their elected positions. Joy Benedict reports.
City, community leaders call for council members at the center of leaked audio scandal to resign
Former Council President Nury Martinez along with Councilmembers Gil Cedillo, Kevin de León, and L.A. County Federation of Labor President Ron Herrera were present on the call where they were recorded saying racist remarks. Tom Wait reports.
Kanye West's Twitter, Instagram accounts restricted following antisemitic posts
While both accounts were still visible as of Sunday evening, several posts had been removed.
Residents at Long Beach apartment complex threatened by woman yelling racial slurs
Police arrested Lorrene Lake early Friday morning after she allegedly made more threats. However, neighbors said it's the third time Lake has been arrested and something should have been done sooner.
Asian woman hit with racism while at concert at Irvine Amphitheater
Catt Phan was attending a Halsey concert with her friend when a group of people of bumped into them.
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.
'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.
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Hanukkah celebrations and menorah lightings in LA
Hanukkah officially starts at nightfall Thursday, Dec. 7 and ends at nightfall Friday, Dec. 15 and celebrations are happening throughout various communities in Los Angeles.
Best kitchen cookware deals you can get before Christmas
Christmas baking season is here, and so are the kitchen cookware deals on pans, mixers, small appliances and more.
Shedd Aquarium becomes new home to sea otter pup found alone in Alaska
An 8-week-old sea otter pup was found alone in Alaska before being brought to the aquarium at the end of November.
Security is heightened at Redondo Union High School as the campus reopens after 2 weapons arrests
The high school has adopted extra security measures with three entry and exit points to the campus and metal detectors at each point.
Firefighters put out large fire at auto shop in Sylmar
Firefighters extinguished a fully involved fire at a one-story auto body shop in Sylmar Thursday morning.
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Hanukkah celebrations and menorah lightings in LA
Hanukkah officially starts at nightfall Thursday, Dec. 7 and ends at nightfall Friday, Dec. 15 and celebrations are happening throughout various communities in Los Angeles.
Shedd Aquarium becomes new home to sea otter pup found alone in Alaska
An 8-week-old sea otter pup was found alone in Alaska before being brought to the aquarium at the end of November.
3 killed, 1 wounded after shooting at UNLV
Las Vegas police said there appear to be multiple victims in an active shooter situation on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.
"It makes no sense," Lakers star LeBron James reacts to the UNLV shooting
Lakers star LeBron James shared his thoughts on the deadly UNLV shooting. He was in Las Vegas for the team's next game in the NBA in-season tournament.
Sacramento sheriff's office issues warning after uncovering gift card scam involving Target stores statewide
The warning comes following an arrest of a suspect connected to a massive gift card scam involving more than 50 Targets across the state.
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Hanukkah celebrations and menorah lightings in LA
Hanukkah officially starts at nightfall Thursday, Dec. 7 and ends at nightfall Friday, Dec. 15 and celebrations are happening throughout various communities in Los Angeles.
Security is heightened at Redondo Union High School as the campus reopens after 2 weapons arrests
The high school has adopted extra security measures with three entry and exit points to the campus and metal detectors at each point.
Firefighters put out large fire at auto shop in Sylmar
Firefighters extinguished a fully involved fire at a one-story auto body shop in Sylmar Thursday morning.
Two members of a flash mob crew heading to jail after violent robbery
Two members of a flash mob heist crew are heading to prison on Wednesday after one of the convicts brutally attacked a security guard during a robbery.
"It makes no sense," Lakers star LeBron James reacts to the UNLV shooting
Lakers star LeBron James shared his thoughts on the deadly UNLV shooting. He was in Las Vegas for the team's next game in the NBA in-season tournament.
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3.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Orange County
A 3.5-magnitude earthquake shook parts of Orange County Monday night.
NASA's SWOT satellite revolutionizes scientists' ability to forecast sea level rise
NASA's new SWOT satellite is helping scientists determine how fast sea levels are rising and what areas they will experience the most effects.
Hidden Air Tags help investigators find serial plant thief
Hidden Air Tags helped investigators track down a plant thief accused of stealing $8,000 worth of items.
Marine pleads guilty to firebombing of Planned Parenthood in 2022
Chance Brannon, a former Camp Pendleton Marine, has pleaded guilty to federal charges for his role in a firebombing attack on a Planned Parenthood clinic in Costa Mesa in 2022 as well as planning an attack on Dodger Stadium.
Newport Beach police investigate claim that OKC Thunder player of improper relationship with minor
Newport Beach police Sgt. Steve Oberon said they are "actively seeking additional information related to these allegations and pursuing all leads and evidence to obtain the facts of the case."
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Riverside police shoot and kill man after he allegedly brandished a firearm
Riverside police shot and killed a man after he allegedly brandished a firearm during a vehicle check early Wednesday morning.
Planned Parenthood sues Fontana for allegedly blocking abortion access
Planned Parenthood filed a formal complaint against the city of Fontana for allegedly blocking abortion access, which recently became a right protected by the California Constitution.
Armed suspect dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound after standoff with deputies in Wildomar
An armed suspect died of an allegedly self-inflicted gunshot wound after a standoff with deputies in Wildomar on Sunday.
Man, two juveniles arrested for stealing NOS from victims at gunpoint in Chino Hills
According to investigators, two victims were followed from a motorsports store after they purchased two NOS tanks. After arriving at their location, they were approached by two suspects armed with a pistol who stole the tanks and fled from the area.
Riverside police arrest three for road rage shooting in downtown area
Investigators say that shots were fired after an altercation between three people over an apparent road rage incident in downtown Riverside on Nov. 25.
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Federal Judge orders school district in Riverside County to change policing policies following shocking arrest of disabled student
A federal court ruling involving a controversial arrest within Moreno Valley Unified School District could lead to big changes in school policies nationwide.
Did a 2018 memo outlining potential freeway fire hazards get ignored?
Caltrans engineers warned the department about the possibility of fires raging under freeways if flammable materials were allowed to be stored there. However, it appears these guidelines may have been ignored.
KCAL Investigates: Stabbing that went unreported for hours raises concerns about school safety
A stabbing at an LAUSD school that went unreported for hours has raised concerns about student's safety.
KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
A KCAL News investigation, which revealed dangerous and toxic conditions at several Metro stations across Los Angeles County, where potentially deadly traces of drugs were found left behind, has prompted the Metro board to pass a mandate requiring cleaning and disinfecting to promote the safety of travelers. David Goldstein reports.
KCAL Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
KCAL News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
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Trump back in court today as New York fraud trial nears end
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
UNLV shooting suspect dead after 3 killed on campus, police say
Las Vegas police said three people were killed and one person was wounded after a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, campus.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
Four highlights from the fourth Republican presidential debate in Tuscaloosa
Just four candidates faced off in Tuscaloosa Wednesday night, the smallest field yet on a 2024 GOP presidential debate stage.
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Trump back in court today as New York fraud trial nears end
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
Kevin McCarthy announces he will retire at the end of December
"I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways," McCarthy wrote in an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal.
Four highlights from the fourth Republican presidential debate in Tuscaloosa
Just four candidates faced off in Tuscaloosa Wednesday night, the smallest field yet on a 2024 GOP presidential debate stage.
Former top staffer has advice for ex-congressman George Santos
Naysa Woomer, the disgraced Republican's former communications director, advised Santos to own up to all his reported lies.
Doug Burgum ends 2024 presidential campaign
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum had struggled with name recognition and did not qualify for the third GOP debate last month.
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Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
A new online bank is catering to seniors and advertising an advance on monthly Social Security payments, without any extra fees or charges. Kristine Lazar takes a look.
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Biden's limit on drug industry middlemen backfires, pharmacists say
A federal rule taking effect Jan. 1 was intended to stop abuses by pharmacy benefit managers, but some pharmacists say it's making things worse.
Multiple brands of dog food recalled as FDA warns of salmonella risks
Three different dog food brands have been recalled in recent week because of bacteria that can sicken pets and humans who handle the food.
Meta sued by states claiming Instagram and Facebook harm children
The social media company has hidden the dangers of its platforms from the public with profit in mind, dozens of attorneys general allege.
Newsom signs bill advancing universal health care, vetoes insulin price cap
On Saturday Gov. Newsom announced the approval of Senate Bill 770, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-SF) which advances steps toward securing universal health coverage in California.
Kaiser workers end historic strike, but another may loom
Union coalition that led three-day walkout says employees may strike again unless health care giant addresses their concerns.
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Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler, who spent big in pursuit of a World Series title, dies at 63
Seidler, who grew up around the game as a third-generation member of the O'Malley family that used to own the Dodgers, died on Tuesday, the Padres announced. He was 63.
SAG-AFTRA board approves strike-ending deal as leaders tout money gains and AI rights
Board members from Hollywood's actors union have voted to approve the deal with studios that ended their strike after nearly four months.
Utah sues TikTok, alleging it lures children into addictive and destructive social media habits
Utah has become the latest state to sue TikTok, alleging the social media company is "baiting" children into addictive and unhealthy habits.
Numbers drawn for $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot after a long stretch without a winner
The numbers have been drawn for an estimated $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot that ranks as the world's fourth-largest lottery prize.
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Dave Roberts says Mookie Betts will likely be Dodgers' regular second baseman in 2024
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts tells MLB Network that Mookie Betts is set to become the regular second baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024.
Caleb Williams to skip USC's Holiday Bowl trip, fueling NFL expectations
Last season's Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Caleb Williams will not play for USC in the Holiday Bowl.
Kings beat Avalanche 4-1 as Kopitar breaks club record for assists
Quinton Byfield scored twice, Anze Kopitar became the franchise leader in assists, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-1.
UCLA slated to play Boise State in LA Bowl; USC will face off against Louisville in Holiday Bowl
After fighting to winning seasons, UCLA and USC will remain in SoCal for bowl season.
Matthew Stafford throws 3 TD passes as Rams win 3rd straight, 36-19 over Browns
Matthew Stafford threw three touchdown passes, Puka Nacua became the first Rams rookie wide receiver to reach 1,000 yards in a season, and Los Angeles extended its winning streak to three games with a 36-19 victory over the Cleveland Browns.
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Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
SAG-AFTRA members approve labor deal with Hollywood studios
However, less than 40% of Screen Actors Guild members participated in the ratification vote.
1958's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" tops Billboard chart for first time
Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" outperformed familiar chart-topper Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You."
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
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Musician Stan Walker talks about his new song “I am”
Artist and musician Stan Walker joins us to discuss his latest song “I am,” which he helped co-write for the new movie called Origin.
Celebrating Hanukkah at Kadima Day School in West Hills
Dr. Steven Lorch, head of Kadima Day School, talks about the meaning and traditions of Hanukkah
California health officials say respiratory infections are on the rise
Dr. Angelique Campen with the Providence St. Joseph Medical Center joins us to talk about the triple threats, RSV, COVID and the flu, and how people are responding to the illnesses differently this year.
Security is heightened at Redondo Union HIgh School following 2 student weapons arrests
RUHS reopened Thursday after being closed Wednesday in response to two consecutive days of students bringing loaded guns to school.
Unique gift options for the 2023 holiday season
It’s the most wonderful time of year and Lifestyle Expert Christine Lusita shows us different gift options for everyone in your life. From active wear to a cordless blender, Christine has something for everyone!
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Roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Here are the roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary, which started the weekend as a Category 4 hurricane, has quickly moved up the coast of Southern California, bringing heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to the area. Here's a look at some photos from the notable weather event.
Wallex US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
Thousands descended on Huntington Beach to watch their favorite surfers compete in the Wallex US Of Surfing, July 29 - Aug 6. Check out some photos from the first couple of days of the competition
JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
