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Gerardo Cabanillas was just 18 when he was wrongfully convicted of rape, robbery and kidnapping in 1995, and after spending nearly 30 years in prison he was finally exonerated due to a DNA test that showed he never committed the crime.
Bijou Phillips, also an actor, and Danny Masterson married in 2011. They have one daughter.
The allegations against Russell Brand were made by four women who knew him over a seven-year period, according to British news organizations.
An Orange County judge sentenced a former girls' basketball coach to a minimum of 150 years in prison for sexually assaulting several of his players.
Survivors of sexual abuse by employees at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin assert that enough hasn't been done to stop the abuse.
The suspect has lived in 10 states since 2016 and the FBI is looking for more potential victims.
The actor had faced nine sexual offense charges related to incidents reported by four men that allegedly took place between 2001 and 2013 in the U.K.
A California judge has dismissed sex charges against a reality TV show doctor and his girlfriend who had been accused of drugging and raping women in a case that drew international attention.
A letter from the victim's attorney describes a graphic incident of sexual assault in which the victim was allegedly trapped in a bathroom with the UFC fighter.
The 85-year-old Cosby has now been accused of rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment by more than 60 women. He's denied all allegations involving sex crimes.
An Arizona woman has sued former major league pitcher Trevor Bauer, accusing him of sexual assault.
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with a woman who claims he raped her, averting a trial that was about to begin in New York City.
A former Playboy model who alleges Bill Cosby drugged and sexually assaulted her and another woman at his home in 1969 is suing the entertainer in Los Angeles under a new California law that suspends the statute of limitations on sex abuse claims.
A woman who says Donald Trump silently molested her on an airliner in the late 1970s testified in support of the writer who alleges that a flirtatious 1996 encounter with the future president ended in a violent sexual attack.
Prosecutors said they were not proceeding with the counts involving one accuser, a move that seemed likely when the accuser was left out of opening statements.
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, a documentary filmmaker and the wife of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, burst into tears a few minutes into her testimony Monday when asked to identify Harvey Weinstein from the witness stand at his trial. Tom Wait reports.
The Hollywood director was accused of sexually assaulting a publicist in 2013.
Weinberg, whom prosecutors allege lured women to photo shoots before sexually assaulting them, has been denied bail.
The woman was the first of eight Weinstein accusers set to testify in his Los Angeles trial. He is already serving a 23-year sentence for a conviction in New York.
The suspect is accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in a bathroom. Laurie Perez reports.
Weinberg was charged for alleged attacks between 2014 and 2019, but investigators say they believe there may be other victims dating back to the 1990s.
Tiffany Strauss Gordon is accused of abusing six teenagers while the athletic trainer for the Colton High School football team. Michele Gile reports.
After befriending women, the suspect would then lure his victims off campus and then sexually assault them, according to campus police.
The lawsuit alleged that the school's "toxic culture" allowed founder Ralph Opacic to take advantage of vulnerable students like the plaintiff.
Police say they have also identified a second victim, from a case at Van Nuys High School in 2017 in connection with the trainer, Richard Turner. Chris Holmstrom reports.
The woman, inside of a U-Haul truck, traded fire with LAPD officers before leading them on a brief pursuit that ended when she crashed blocks away in San Pedro.
Pete Renteria, 29, was arrested for murder on Saturday at the scene of a fatal shooting in Ontario. He has been on the run since he was connected to a triple homicide in the Montclair-Ontario area back in January.
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
Cristian Arango scored the lone goal, Zac MacMath finished with seven saves and Real Salt Lake snapped a seven-match losing streak against Los Angeles FC with a 1-0 victory.
Police said about 100 people were inside the Santa Cruz church when the roof collapsed in the Mexican city of Ciudad Madero.
One person was killed and three others were wounded in a shooting in San Pedro, authorities said.
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
Pete Renteria, 29, was arrested for murder on Saturday at the scene of a fatal shooting in Ontario. He has been on the run since he was connected to a triple homicide in the Montclair-Ontario area back in January.
Los Angeles County will officially move to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing.
The woman, inside of a U-Haul truck, traded fire with LAPD officers before leading them on a brief pursuit that ended when she crashed blocks away in San Pedro.
The woman, inside of a U-Haul truck, traded fire with LAPD officers before leading them on a brief pursuit that ended when she crashed blocks away in San Pedro.
Minas Khacheryan, 86, and Grigor Khacheryan, 78, were last seen Friday night when they were leaving for a fishing trip and have not been heard from since.
Los Angeles County will officially move to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing.
Four of the seven victims are believed to be in critical condition, according to Los Angeles County Fire Department.
Police did not disclose the charges that the suspect was arrested on.
Brandman was found unresponsive at his Anaheim home Friday night, following a welfare check by Anaheim police, according to the city. He was 43.
Former President Donald Trump continued his trip on the election circuit, traveling to the Golden State for the California GOP Convention in Anaheim.
Ashley Dee-Anna Charnley, 32, fatally stabbed a man on Wednesday and her whereabouts remain unknown. They believe she was in a relationship with the victim.
Detectives said the dog walker is cooperating with authorities.
The monthlong Ohana Mai Tai fundraiser includes over a dozen Surf City restaurants, where 100 percent of their Mai Tai sales will go to the Legacy of Aloha Foundation.
An investigation was underway this weekend after a 20-year-old man died after being struck by two vehicles in Victorville.
Israel DeAvila, was arrested Monday morning after he was found to be driving under the influence on the Venice Boardwalk, where he hit at least one person.
Two students were taken to a nearby hospital after an accidental release of pepper spray at the The Journey School in Moreno Valley on Wednesday.
The video shows a deputy run up behind the girl before slamming her to the ground outside of a high school football game in Victorville.
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
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 News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
Following a KCAL News investigation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed new changes to make Metro train stations safer.
KCAL News investigative reporter David Goldstein goes over the environmental report outlining the potentially deadly traces of drugs left behind by homeless residents who had camped out in train stations.
Critical questions involving former school police, an attorney and a now-enraged family. Those are questions surrounding a shocking beating case that are being brought before the entire Los Angeles Unified School District.
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
Ferguson said she was "shocked and saddened" to learn the news about Jenean Chapman, who was found dead in a suspected homicide, according to police.
California won't be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike, with Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill Saturday that had been inspired by high-profile work stoppages in Hollywood and the hotel industry.
Most government shutdowns have ended quickly, but a few dragged on for weeks.
Girl Scout cookies are rising in price across the nation to $6 a box, due to the impact of inflation on cookie ingredients and manufacturing.
The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein left an open seat in the Senate for California.
Los Angeles County will officially move to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing.
California won't be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike, with Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill Saturday that had been inspired by high-profile work stoppages in Hollywood and the hotel industry.
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Former President Donald Trump continued his trip on the election circuit, traveling to the Golden State for the California GOP Convention in Anaheim.
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.
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.
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
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.
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.
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Amid renewed concerns over the opioid crisis, legislation that would require insurance companies to cover the cost of the over-the-counter form of overdose-reversal drug Narcan is a step away from being signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
Reformulated vaccine is already available at some pharmacies and will be more widely accessible starting next week.
California won't be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike, with Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill Saturday that had been inspired by high-profile work stoppages in Hollywood and the hotel industry.
Ohtani beat out the likes of Ronald Acuña Jr., Aaron Judge, Fernando Tatis Jr. and Mookie Betts rounded out the top five, marking the first time a Japanese player earned top spot.
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters have spent a second full day in talks that could potentially put an end to the nearly five-month dispute that has brought many film and television productions to a halt.
A new plan from California's insurance commissioner aims to keep the nation' stop insurers from leaving the wildfire-prone state.
Cristian Arango scored the lone goal, Zac MacMath finished with seven saves and Real Salt Lake snapped a seven-match losing streak against Los Angeles FC with a 1-0 victory.
Khalil Mack set a franchise single-game record with six sacks, Justin Herbert accounted for three touchdowns and the Los Angeles Chargers held on to beat the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17.
Brandon Crawford came off the injured list to play what might have been his final game after 13 seasons all with the Giants, and Kiké Hernández spoiled the veteran shortstop's likely farewell hitting a three-run homer to lead the division champion Los Angeles Dodgers past San Francisco 5-2.
Brandon Drury homered twice, doubled and drove in three runs, and the Los Angeles Angels wrapped up their eighth consecutive losing season with a 7-3 victory over the major league-worst Oakland Athletics.
Matthew Stafford overcame a hip injury that left him limping at times Sunday to throw a 22-yard touchdown pass to record-breaking rookie Puka Nacua in overtime to give the Los Angeles Rams a 29-23 victory over the Indianapolis Colts.
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
The once-iconic DVD-by-mail service obliterated Blockbuster video stores and provided a springboard into video streaming that's transformed entertainment.
Gareth Pursehouse, 45, was convicted of first-degree murder for throwing 38-year-old Amie Harwick from the third-floor balcony of her Hollywood Hills home in 2020.
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $925 million after no one beat the immense odds and won the giant prize.
Los Angeles County officially moved to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing. Laurie Perez reports.
Los Angeles County officially moved to a zero-bail system Sunday, ending the years-long standard of setting cash bail amounts for defendants commensurate with the severity of the crime they are accused of committing. Laurie Perez reports.
Police and a woman inside of a U-Haul truck exchanged fire before she led them on a three minute pursuit which ended when she crashed.
Former Los Angeles County Supervisor Yev Zaroslavsky joins the studio to discuss Governor Gavin Newsom's decision to appoint Laphonza Butler as Diane Feinstein's replacement on the U.S. Senate.
KCAL News' Tom Wait reports on the bevy of varying industries and workers currently on strike across the United States, taking a look at how they're fighting to secure better working conditions and more pay.
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
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.
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
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
Check out this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the 2023 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre.
