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The museums have both been closed for more than a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, but have used the time to make $10 million worth of renovations. The renovation work included the installation of "safe-science" HVAC filtration units.
A third person was injured.
Itzel Luna, a senior at Daniel Pearlman Magnet High School, has been accepted to not one, not two, but five Ivy League Universities — Harvard, Brown, Princeton, the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia — and Stanford.
A gunman suspected of firing at police from a window of a Sylmar apartment building surrendered to authorities Monday afternoon.
The 1971 Sylmar earthquake struck the Sylmar area right at 6 a.m. on Feb. 9, wreaking death and destruction throughout the region.
Shortly after 9 p.m., fire crews were able to stop all forward progress of the blaze.
At least two vehicles were destroyed.
Wildlife Waystation staff practiced coaxing the 32 chimpanzees still living at the animal rescue facility out of their cages through evacuation tunnels and into smaller transport cages that can be loaded on to trucks in the event of a wildfire.
The families of 22-year-old Juan Carlos Guillen and 30-year-old Marco Antonio Vazquez said they were fatally shot Tuesday while trying to stop people who were smashing car windows with baseball bats.
Police said the child's father was walking with his three boys when the 6-year-old sped ahead of the group on his scooter. He was then struck by a motorcyclist heading westbound on Cobalt Street in Slymar.
A $25,000 reward is being offered for anyone providing information that leads to the suspect's identification and conviction.
Paving work that was expected to close a stretch of the eastbound 210 Freeway in the Sylmar area has been postponed due to possible wet weather.
A person was taken to a hospital in critical condition after being struck by a Metrolink train in San Fernando Tuesday night.
The crash was reported at 8 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway at Roxford Street, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The driver eventually got out of the vehicle and ran in the opposite direction on the highway, taking off after a vehicle that the individual side-swiped moments earlier.
The suspect's family tells CBSLA that his mental health has been declining since his son disappeared while hiking in Malibu two years ago.
A Bridge Home facility opened Monday in the San Fernando Valley to house 85 homeless women in the area.
The facility -- which was a sanctuary for abused, abandoned and injured wild animals for decades – has been closed to the public since last summer.
A bear spotted walking through a neighborhood in Sylmar not far from the Angeles National Forest has been captured.
Detectives said Monday they believed the shooting was gang related.
A pedestrian was struck and killed on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar Thursday night.
58-year-old Arturo Franco Melendez died Friday after being pinned between two vehicles during a food drive at a Sylmar church.
A second employee at the Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall in Sylmar tested positive for coronavirus and 22 asymptomatic youths have been quarantined.
Traffic was finally moving again in the Newhall Pass Friday after a wild chase and officer-involved shooting shut down both sides of the 5 Freeway between the 210 and the 14 freeways for hours overnight.
According to police, a driver in a white Mustang hit the woman and fled the scene.
One claim alleges that a developmentally disabled man was pressured into spending more than $40,000 during a single visit and giving employees more than $10,000 in tips.
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Los Angeles police were in pursuit of a driver wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer for nearly three hours on Wednesday night before he was finally taken into custody.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Los Angeles police were in pursuit of a driver wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer for nearly three hours on Wednesday night before he was finally taken into custody.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
State lawmakers, a coalition of advocacy groups and protesters rallied at the California State Capitol, calling out Democratic lawmakers and the governor for what they claim to be an attack on the First Amendment and journalists' rights to free speech.
One claim alleges that a developmentally disabled man was pressured into spending more than $40,000 during a single visit and giving employees more than $10,000 in tips.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Los Angeles police were in pursuit of a driver wanted for allegedly assaulting an officer for nearly three hours on Wednesday night before he was finally taken into custody.
The Lincoln Memorial Shrine is a house of artifacts, devoted to the nation's 16th president, run by the public library.
Pieces of Dolly's life still make up her former properties, from the California mountains to the coast, with one for rent and another for sale.
Lifeguards said that the victim was seen bodysurfing at the beach before he was found unconscious on Wednesday afternoon.
An Orange County father is facing child endangerment charges for a crash that left his 12-year-old son with significant injuries last year while he was illegally riding an e-motorcycle.
Police said they arrived to an apartment complex and found a man with a knife who had allegedly stabbed a woman.
A San Clemente man is paralyzed after he jumped into the ocean to rescue two kids caught in a rip current.
Triple-digit heat coupled with gusty winds has prompted a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles County.
Riverside police said that the driver, an 88-year-old man, was questioned at the scene.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger said if Harold Wachter were to move in, he would be the fourth sexually violent predator proposed for release in the rural Antelope Valley in the past five years.
Deputies said that the suspect vandalized a Flock Safety camera and threatened to stab the contractor who was installing a new license plate reading camera in Palm Desert.
An alleged DUI driver was arrested following a crash on the 215 Freeway in Riverside over the weekend that killed a 15-year-old, according to police.
Triple-digit heat coupled with gusty winds has prompted a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles County.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
State lawmakers, a coalition of advocacy groups and protesters rallied at the California State Capitol, calling out Democratic lawmakers and the governor for what they claim to be an attack on the First Amendment and journalists' rights to free speech.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
California lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom are racing to reach a deal on changes to the state's wildfire liability system, with just days remaining before the legislative session ends.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Pinch-hitter Ha-Seong Kim singled home Lane Thomas with two outs in the ninth inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Steven Kwan hit a tying double in the ninth inning, Travis Bazzana followed with a sacrifice fly and the Cleveland Guardians rallied past the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 for their seventh straight victory.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
José Ramírez drove in five runs with three doubles, Steven Kwan had five singles and the streaking Cleveland Guardians overcame an early five-run deficit to beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-6 in 10 innings.
Ozzie Albies singled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the eighth inning and the Atlanta Braves defeated Los Angles 4-3 on Tuesday night, snapping the Dodgers' six-game winning streak in a matchup of first-place clubs.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
A skincare company with stores in Southern California malls is facing allegations of coercive sales tactics, including a claim that a developmentally disabled man was pressured into spending more than $40,000 during a single visit and giving employees more than $10,000 in tips.
The high risk of heat-related illness remains due to dangerous conditions dominating Southern California. Temperatures will likely be slightly cooler, with most areas experiencing a 1- to 6-degree difference.
Fans continued to adorn Dolly Parton's star on the Walk of Fame with flowers after the country legend died on Tuesday. Brittney Ermon reports.
The solar panels generate enough electricity to power the fridge, lights, TVs and computers. Hunter Sowards reports.
A scary day for beachgoers on Wednesday after an unconscious man was pulled from the water. Lesley Marin reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
