Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples under certain conditions
Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
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Pope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.
The Catholic leader spoke about laws discriminating against LGBTQ people, his health and his predecessor in a wide-ranging interview with the AP.
The vote was 61-36, with a number of Republican senators choosing not to vote.
The church said in a statement that it would still continue to consider same-sex relationships to be against God's commandments.
Advocates claimed this is the only way to ensure that the Supreme Court doesn't upend marriage equality the same way it struck down abortion rights.
Debra Alfarone reports on California Gov. Newsom's visit to the nation's capitol and the speculation it triggered (7-13-2022)
In just the past week, two federal courts ruled in favor of transgender students who want to use school facilities that correspond to their sexual identity.
Boxing star and Philippine Senate candidate Manny Pacquiao apologized on Tuesday for saying on Filipino TV that people in gay relationships are "worse than animals."
One parent said, "I don't want an apology from you. I want your resignation."
A Newport Beach city councilman accused of making anti-gay statements on city letterhead got an earful from the community during a meeting on Tuesday.
As news of the Supreme Court's ruling that same-sex marriage was constitutional in all states, celebrities and prominent LGBT rights advocates took to Twitter to celebrate the landmark decision.
A gay Catholic school teacher who was fired after marrying his long-time partner can move forward with his lawsuit against the school, a Los Angeles judge ruled Wednesday.
The bill was sent to the Assembly on a 25-10 vote, with only Republicans in opposition. Two Republicans, Anthony Cannella of Ceres and Ted Gaines of Roseville, voted in favor.
A Southland couple made history Wednesday as the first same-sex couple to be married on a float in the Rose Parade.
A Sacramento-based group has called for a boycott of the 100th Tournament of Roses Parade because two men are scheduled to be married aboard the AIDS Healthcare Foundation float.
Danny LeClair and Aubrey Loots say they're honored to have so many people be witness to their ceremony.
California prison officials have confirmed that inmates can get married to someone of the same sex under certain conditions.
In a brief ruling, the high court unanimously tossed out a legal challenge by supporters of Proposition 8.
A San Bernardino man says he was fired from his job less than two weeks after he celebrated his marriage to his same-sex partner.
California Attorney General Kamala Harris says the elected clerk of San Diego County is improperly using the state's legal system to try to prevent same-sex couples from getting married.
California's highest court is again refusing to immediately stop the state from sanctioning same-sex marriages.
Orange County saw a spike in marriages Monday, according to an official in the marriage license department.
A record number of couples Monday were expected to take advantage of free same-sex marriage ceremonies in West Hollywood.
Same-sex couples continued to make wedding plans Sunday despite the fact that proponents of Prop 8 have filed an emergency motion to ask the Supreme Court to stop gay marriages in California.
Proponents of same-sex marriage danced and shouted and applauded with glee in the streets of West Hollywood Wednesday after the Supreme Court decided they would not rule on California's controversial Prop 8.
Adam James Bowen's alleged crime spree began on March 28, when prosecutors say he carjacked a tow truck operator and attempted to run him over with the truck.
Vice President JD Vance said billionaire Elon Musk will "continue to be an adviser" after leaving government.
Businesses and ports in Southern California are preparing for the impacts that potential tariffs could have on the price of their imports.
The Dow opened sharply lower as investors fret over the potential economic impact of President Trump's latest tariffs.
The Los Angeles Police Department is searching for an alleged suspect after a man was fatally shot in Venice.
Adam James Bowen's alleged crime spree began on March 28, when prosecutors say he carjacked a tow truck operator and attempted to run him over with the truck.
Vice President JD Vance said billionaire Elon Musk will "continue to be an adviser" after leaving government.
Businesses and ports in Southern California are preparing for the impacts that potential tariffs could have on the price of their imports.
The Dow opened sharply lower as investors fret over the potential economic impact of President Trump's latest tariffs.
The Los Angeles Police Department is searching for an alleged suspect after a man was fatally shot in Venice.
Adam James Bowen's alleged crime spree began on March 28, when prosecutors say he carjacked a tow truck operator and attempted to run him over with the truck.
Businesses and ports in Southern California are preparing for the impacts that potential tariffs could have on the price of their imports.
The Los Angeles Police Department is searching for an alleged suspect after a man was fatally shot in Venice.
A man was arrested on suspicion of intentionally running another man over with his car and firing shots towards him in Lancaster on Tuesday, just feet away from the LASD station in the 44000 block of Beech Avenue.
Police learned that the victim was "bear-hugged" from behind while she was jogging near Telegraph Road and Saticoy Avenue.
Police say the driver was wanted for failure to yield.
Police say that the scooter riders were heading in the wrong direction on Hewes Street when they collided head-on with a Tesla.
A new report shows that some of the nation's most polluted cities are in Southern California, four of which call the Inland Empire home.
The ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven store at 763 N. Euclid Street, according to the California Lottery.
The shooting happened in the parking lot of Riverview Park at around 9:40 p.m. on Friday, police said.
Both brothers were arrested earlier this week and remain behind bars on $1 million bail.
The Lake Elsinore man was sentenced to 13 years in a federal prison for distributing fentanyl that led to the death of an unidentified victim in Idaho in 2023.
Riverside County Assemblyman Bill Essayli has accepted an appointment to be the United States Attorney for California's Central District.
Authorities have made an arrest in a nearly 20-year-old cold case in the Inland Empire.
The shooting happened just before 4 p.m. at a home in the 6700 block of Winter Night Court, according to Fontana police.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Vice President JD Vance said billionaire Elon Musk will "continue to be an adviser" after leaving government.
The Dow opened sharply lower as investors fret over the potential economic impact of President Trump's latest tariffs.
The Athletics traded talented base-stealer and outfielder Esteury Ruiz to the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league right-hander Carlos Duran.
Nicholas Roske was found outside Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home with a gun and a knife in 2022.
Jittery investors await Trump administration's latest salvo of tariffs on key U.S. trading partners.
Vice President JD Vance said billionaire Elon Musk will "continue to be an adviser" after leaving government.
Nicholas Roske was found outside Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home with a gun and a knife in 2022.
Another prominent Democrat has thrown his name into the 2026 race to succeed Gavin Newsom as California's governor.
President Trump announced the U.S. will impose a minimum baseline of 10% tariffs on goods imported from all foreign countries, along with further "reciprocal tariffs."
Riverside County Assemblyman Bill Essayli has accepted an appointment to be the United States Attorney for California's Central District.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Los Angeles FC kept Lionel Messi off the scoresheet in a 1-0 victory over Inter Miami in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matchup.
Kawhi Leonard scored 28 points and James Harden had 21 points and 10 assists to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 114-98 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Shohei Ohtani hit a tiebreaking home run in the ninth inning on his bobblehead night, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers over the winless Atlanta Braves 6-5.
The Los Angeles Chargers have signed former Australian rugby star Jordan Petaia as part of the NFL's International Player Pathway program.
The Athletics traded talented base-stealer and outfielder Esteury Ruiz to the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league right-hander Carlos Duran.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
First responders and victims of the Los Angeles wildfires were treated to a free experience at the Hollywood Bowl on Tuesday evening, including performances by Christina Aguilera and the LA Philharmonic.
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.
She was arrested on Saturday at a home in Marina Del Rey for assault with a deadly weapon, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
Police had a West Hills neighborhood on lockdown early Thursday morning as they searched for a murder suspect. That suspect was taken into custody, along with three other people wanted for various other crimes.
Columbia Business School economics professor Brett House discusses President Trump's sweeping global tariffs.
A boy’s body was found by the side of the road in Ventura County and investigators are trying to confirm if he was a 13-year-old who disappeared over the weekend.
The Los Angeles Police Department is searching for an alleged suspect after a man was fatally shot in Venice.
There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms in Southern California heading into the afternoon and early evening. Flooding concerns are a possibility.
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.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
