Actor Allison Mack released from prison for role in alleged sex cult
Mack pleaded guilty to charges that she manipulated women into becoming sex slaves for NXIVM leader Keith Raniere.
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Human trafficking task force announces rescues, arrests
Hundreds of people have been arrested and many victims have been rescued in a human-trafficking task force effort across California. KCAL News Reporter Kara Finnstrom has the story in Elysian Park with more on "Operation Reclaim and Rebuild."
So-Called 'Appointed Son Of God' Apollo Quiboloy, Leader Of Philippines-Based Megachurch Kingdom Of Jesus Christ, Indicted For Sex Trafficking
Apollo Carreon Quiboloy, 71, the leader and founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC), was charged with conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking by force, fraud, and coercion and the sex trafficking of children.
Pomona Police Rescue 17-Year-Old Sex Trafficking Victim
Pomona police have rescued a missing 17-year-old girl who told detectives she was a victim of human trafficking, authorities said Saturday.
Inland Empire Family Busted For Extensive Sex Trafficking Ring
A San Bernardino County family with ties in Mexico, Los Angeles, and San Diego is accused of operating a massive sex trafficking ring through multiple spa and skincare businesses around Southern California.
Week-Long Operation Leads To 145 Arrests In LA County
Authorities Thursday announced that 145 arrests were made in Los Angeles County during a recent statewide operation investigating human trafficking.
Metro Encourages Riders To Look Out For Human Trafficking Victims
January is Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority wants to educate riders by encouraging them to look out for potential victims on public transit.
Prosecutors: Fashion Mogul Peter Nygard Hosted 'Pamper Parties' At Marina Del Rey Home To Recruit Women, Minors For Sex
Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg amid claims he trafficked and sexually assaulted dozens of teenage girls and women.
Angels Raise Awareness About Sex Trafficking At Annual 'Strike Out Slavery' Event
Many fans have been surprised to learn that sex trafficking has also become prevalent -- in places like Orange County.
AG William Barr: Serious Irregularities At Facility Where Jeffrey Epstein Was Held
The Justice Department is investigating how disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein apparently died by suicide this weekend while in a Manhattan jail.
R. Kelly Arrested In Chicago On Federal Sex Trafficking Charges
R. Kelly was arrested Thursday night on sex trafficking charges, his publicist confirms.
Leader of Religious Organization La Luz Del Mundo Arrested In Sex Trafficking Case
Naasón Joaquín García and his co-defendants are charged with human trafficking, production of child pornography, forcible rape of a minor and other felonies.
'Sex Cult' Leader Who Allegedly Branded Women's Flesh, Recruited 'Smallville' Actresses Is Captured In Mexico
Keith Raniere is accused of luring women, including Hollywood actresses, into an alleged cult and forcing some to burn his initials on their flesh.
Craigslist To Drop Personals Ads In Response To Sex Trafficking Bill
The bill makes it easier to sue websites that allow sex traffickers to post ads. Tech companies had fought the bill, saying they were not responsible for what people post on their platforms.
2 Men Captured, Woman Wanted In Massive Sex Trafficking Bust
Authorities said there were 13 victims of the sex-trafficking ring that operated across California.
Global Sex Trafficking Ring Busted In One Of America's 'Happiest,' 'Safest' Cities
The women were forced to sometimes work 14 hours a day in homes purchased just for prostitution.
Possible Motive In Case Of Whittier Couple Caught At Border With Dead Girl In Duffel Bag
They're also charged with pimping the girl's mother.
Man Responding To Internet Sting For Sex With Girl, 13, Faces 15 Years Behind Bars
Officials said the suspect wanted to have oral sex with "Cassie" in exchange for $60.
LA District Attorney Targets Gangs Sex Trafficking Young Girls
The Los Angeles district attorney says her office is targeting street gangs that are prostituting girls as young as 12 years old.
Local Man Makes Rescuing Young Victims Of International Sex Trafficking His Mission
"This is the most significant problem, plague I call it, on Earth," Tim Ballard says.
Sex Traffickers Targeted In Long Beach During 8-Month Operation
Local and federal authorities will announce the results of a task force's eight-month effort to target human sex traffickers in the Long Beach area and rescue their victims rather than arrest them for prostitution.
Man Gets 6 Years In Trafficking, Prostitution Case
A 25-year-old man has been sentenced to more than six years in state prison after pleading guilty to human trafficking and prostitution charges involving 16- and 17-year-old girls.
Officials, Law Enforcement Talk Sex Trafficking
With tougher laws on the books to punish human traffickers and more awareness about those forced into sexual slavery, prosecutors, lawmakers and police met Friday to plot a plan to eradicate human sex trafficking.
LA County DA Announces Program To Help Young Sex Trafficking Victims
District Attorney Jackie Lacey Wednesday announced a diversion program aimed at getting young victims of sex trafficking off the streets.
Pastor Tries To Get Young Victims Of Sex Trafficking Off OC Streets
The murder Tuesday of 17-year-old Aubreyanna Sade Parks of Yorba Linda, shows how deadly the life can be.
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"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.
Man randomly attacked while walking grandchild in stroller
Deputies apprehended the man who randomly attacked a man who was walking his grandchild in a stroller.
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.
LA mayor's Inside Safe program clears a Hollywood Hills RV encampment
The clearing of nearly 55 RVs along Forest Lawn Drive is part of Mayor Karen Bass's Inside Safe program, which targets the homeless population living on the streets of Los Angeles.
3 killed in shooting at UNLV, suspect dead, 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.
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Las Vegas shooting suspect dead, at least 3 injured at UNLV, police say
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.
Man randomly attacked while walking grandchild in stroller
Deputies apprehended the man who randomly attacked a man who was walking his grandchild in a stroller.
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.
LA mayor's Inside Safe program clears a Hollywood Hills RV encampment
The clearing of nearly 55 RVs along Forest Lawn Drive is part of Mayor Karen Bass's Inside Safe program, which targets the homeless population living on the streets of Los Angeles.
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"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.
Man randomly attacked while walking grandchild in stroller
Deputies apprehended the man who randomly attacked a man who was walking his grandchild in a stroller.
LA mayor's Inside Safe program clears a Hollywood Hills RV encampment
The clearing of nearly 55 RVs along Forest Lawn Drive is part of Mayor Karen Bass's Inside Safe program, which targets the homeless population living on the streets of Los Angeles.
Santa hitches a ride with LAPD to deliver toys to children
Santa flew through the skies of Los Angeles on Wednesday to deliver toys to children with the help of the Los Angeles Police Department.
Hollywood marriage and sex therapist's ex-boyfriend sentenced to life in prison for her death
Gareth Pursehouse, 45, of Playa del Rey was sentenced to life in prison for the death of 38-year-old Amie Harwick, who fell to her death from her Hollywood Hills home balcony.
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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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3 killed in shooting at UNLV, suspect dead, 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.
U.S. military releases names of crew members who died in Osprey crash
The U.S. military identified all eight Air Force crew members on an Osprey that crashed on Nov. 29 off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan.
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."
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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.
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.
Mayor Bass begins week-long tour of Los Angeles to highlight one-year anniversary
Mayor Karen Bass announced her plans to criss-cross Los Angeles ahead of the first anniversary of her inauguration on Dec. 11, highlighting work on homelessness, safety, business, climate and city services.
Ex-U.S. ambassador arrested, accused of serving as agent of Cuba
Manuel Rocha, who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia, has been arrested in a long-running FBI investigation. He is accused of serving as an agent of Cuba.
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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.
On Your Side: Biden Administration targets 'junk fees'
The Biden Administration wants to trash so-called "junk fees," and has spent the past year slowly chipping away at them. But will the president's efforts really help consumers? On Your Side's 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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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.
Newsom vetoes bill allowing Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblymember Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
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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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"It just continues to happen." LeBron James talks about the deadly 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.
747 Wing House | Look At This!
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California Highway Patrol officer talks about the importance of CHiPs for Kids
A California Highway Patrol officer talked about how it felt to be a CHiPs for Kids recipient.
Chauncy Glover celebrates his first CHiPs for Kids toy drive
Chauncy Glover celebrates his first CHiPs for Kids toy drive in Lakewood.
Stores and restaurants chip in to the CHiPs for Kids toy drive
Stores and restaurants from Lakewood chipped in to the CHiPs for Kids toy drive.
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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.
