'The Ceasefire Is Far From A Victory': Top Republican Senators Slam Trump's Syria Strategy
After Vice President Mike Pence brokered a five-day ceasefire with Turkey on Thursday, President Trump hailed the agreement as a milestone in the region.
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U.S. Imposes New Sanctions On Turkey Over Syria Offensive
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions against Turkish officials and institutions over the country's incursion into northern Syria, Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin and Vice President Mike Pence announced outside the White House on Monday.
Trump Ousts Mattis 2 Months Early, Taps Shanahan As Acting Defense Secretary
President Trump: U.S. Launches 'Precision Strikes' In Syria
Trump said the U.S. and its allies are prepared for "sustained" response until Syrian government stops use of chemical weapons.
Trump Calls Off Trip To South America To Focus On Syria
President Trump is no longer heading to the Summit of the Americas and instead will be staying in the U.S. to focus on Syria following the suspected chemical attack in Douma.
UN Security Council Holds Emergency Meeting After Suspected Syria Chemical Attack
A chemical attack in Syria Sunday killed at least 40 people, including families found in their homes and shelters.
UN Warns Of 'Humanitarian Catastrophe' In Syria
U.N. agencies are sending aid to some 50,000 displaced Syrians in a remote desert camp for the first time since June, as bombings continue near the capital Damascus.
Hunger At The Doors Of Syrian Capital, As Government Blocks Aid
Children with wrinkled faces and arms like sticks are going hungry because President Bashar Assad's forces, supported by Russia and Iran, are blocking trucks filled with humanitarian relief.
Syrian Refugee Reacts To President Trump's Decision To Attack Syria Militarily
"People leave their houses and have no idea if they will go back alive," the woman told KCAL9's Andrea Fujii.
Report: Oscar-Nominated Syrian Cinematographer Blocked From Entering US
"The White Helmets" was nominated for an Oscar for Best Documentary Short.
Arrest Of Iraqi Refugees On Terror-Related Charges Rekindles Immigration Debate
A reporter tells KNX 1070 NEWSRADIO the arrest could have a big impact on local politics in both Northern and Southern California.
LA County Votes To Welcome Syrian Refugees To 'New, Peaceful And Productive Life'
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to welcome Syrian and other refugees fleeing persecution to a "new, peaceful and productive life in Los Angeles County."
House Passes Bill Co-Sponsored By Corona Lawmaker To Halt Syrian Refugees
Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona) is cheering the passage of a bill he cosponsored to suspend the Obama administration's Middle Eastern refugee resettlement program until safeguards can be put into place.
Syrian Refugee In LA: 'We Don't Want Extremists Among Us'
As the debate continues over Syrian refugees finding asylum in the United States, two such refugees, living locally, say they are worried after a number of governors said they will not let any more into their states.
Several State Governors Threaten Closed Borders To Syrian Refugees
California Gov. Jerry Brown says he'll work closely with President Barack Obama to ensure any Syrian refugees coming to California are "fully vetted in a sophisticated and utterly reliable way."
Burbank Congressman Adam Schiff Calls For US To Expedite Immigration For 20,000 Syrians
Congressman Adam Schiff (D-Burbank) is advocating for the United States to speed up immigration for 20,000 Syrians.
Dozens Of Anti-War Protesters Rally In Hollywood
Demonstrators were protesting US involvement in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria and even Venezuela.
SoCal Man Charged With Trying To Join Islamic State Terrorist Group
A Southern California man previously charged with passport fraud now faces more serious terrorism-related charges.
Rep. Schiff: Congress 'Should Have A Vote' On ISIS Military Action
A Southland lawmaker is calling for President Obama to seek Congressional authorization for any expanded military effort to confront violent Islamic State militants in Iraq and Syria.
Parents Of Journalist Murdered By Terrorists In 2002 React To ISIS Beheading
A video posted to social media Tuesday claimed to show the beheading of an American journalist by the terrorist group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, or ISIS, who have been the targets of US airstrikes in Iraq over recent weeks.
National Guard Reservist Arrested In Alleged LA Subway Attack Plot
A National Guard reservist has been arrested at the U.S-Canada border in Washington for allegedly trying to aid al-Qaida in a plot to attack a Southland subway.
FBI Investigating Local Gang Members Fighting With Terrorist Group In Syria
The FBI Tuesday is investigating two Los Angeles gang members who have traveled overseas to fight in Syria.
Obama Meets With King Abdullah II Of Jordan, Talks Drought In Fresno
President Barack Obama took a rare opportunity to relax and play golf Saturday in a sprawling estate right outside Palm Springs after spending Friday in meetings with California leaders on drought and with Jordan's King to discuss issues concerning the Middle East.
Garden Grove Security Guard Admits To Planning To Train Al-Qaida Fighters In Pakistan
A Garden Grove security guard pleaded guilty Friday to a federal terrorism charge for planning to fly to Pakistan and provide weapons training to members of al-Qaida.
Soccer Players Aim To Bring Joy To Syria Through Sport
For Anas Makhlouf and his Syrian national team, even the so-called home games in Asian Cup qualifying are played a long way from the fans who desperately want them to win so they've got something to celebrate amid a bloody civil war.
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Bicyclist struck and killed by car in Long Beach
A male bicyclist was struck and killed Saturday in Long Beach by a car, whose driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with police, authorities said.
Person shot and killed in residential neighborhood of Walnut
A person was shot and killed in a residential neighborhood in Walnut, according to deputies.
Person killed on 55 Freeway in Tustin
A person walking on the 55 Freeway in Tustin was struck and killed by a vehicle Saturday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
1 dead, 9 injured in San Bernardino shooting
There was a large police presence in San Bernardino Saturday morning as officers blocked off an intersection during an investigation.
LA health officials monitoring monkeypox, no local cases so far
Los Angeles County health officials said they are closely monitoring developments in an international monkeypox outbreak, but no cases have been found locally or in the state of California as of Saturday.
Brown's two-run homer lifts A's over Angels, 4-2
The loss was the fourth-straight for the Halos, who have now fallen 1 1/2 games back of the Houston Astros for the AL West lead.
Authorities arrest alleged murder suspect following pursuit through Inland Empire
The pursuit reportedly began in San Bernardino before the suspect led authorities through Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga before yielding in Poway.
Caruso surges in LA mayoral polls after record-breaking spending
Rick Caruso also picked up endorsements from high-profile members of the Asian American community Friday night.
Freeman drives in a pair as Dodgers top Phillies, 4-0
The start of the second series between the two teams in the span of a week resulted in a much more subdued offensive showing, after they combined for 58 runs in the first series.
14-year-old arrested following explosion at Grand Terrace Middle School
The student was arrested after an explosion left two other students injured. No school property was reported to be damaged.
Hundreds of fans line up to enter "Harry's House," a Harry Styles pop-up on La Cienega Boulevard
The pop-up shop, which will remain on La Cienega through May 26, coincides with the release of Styles' newest album of the same name.
Dodgers bring back familiar face, sign Pedro Baez to minor league deal
Baez was a member of the Dodgers bullpen from 2014 to 2020 before signing a two-year deal with the Houston Astros in 2021.
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Bicyclist struck and killed by car in Long Beach
A male bicyclist was struck and killed Saturday in Long Beach by a car, whose driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with police, authorities said.
Person shot and killed in residential neighborhood of Walnut
A person was shot and killed in a residential neighborhood in Walnut, according to deputies.
Person killed on 55 Freeway in Tustin
A person walking on the 55 Freeway in Tustin was struck and killed by a vehicle Saturday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
1 dead, 9 injured in San Bernardino shooting
There was a large police presence in San Bernardino Saturday morning as officers blocked off an intersection during an investigation.
LA health officials monitoring monkeypox, no local cases so far
Los Angeles County health officials said they are closely monitoring developments in an international monkeypox outbreak, but no cases have been found locally or in the state of California as of Saturday.
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Only On: Granada Hills residents outraged as rubbish pile continues to grow on vacant lot
It only took a day for the city to issue an order to comply, multiple citations and a fine to the property owner after Thursday's exclusive story aired.
Senate report alleges Mayor Garcetti likely knew about allegations against advisor
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
Sun Valley funeral home charged for leaving human remains to rot
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Tenants evicted from unsafe housing
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
Video Allegedly Shows VA Police Officer Using Baton To Beat Suspect 32 Times
A video depicting an officer with the Veterans Affairs Police Department swinging his baton at a suspect on the ground more than two dozen times has raised questions about possible police brutality.
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LA health officials monitoring monkeypox, no local cases so far
Los Angeles County health officials said they are closely monitoring developments in an international monkeypox outbreak, but no cases have been found locally or in the state of California as of Saturday.
Caruso surges in LA mayoral polls after record-breaking spending
Rick Caruso also picked up endorsements from high-profile members of the Asian American community Friday night.
14-year-old arrested following explosion at Grand Terrace Middle School
The student was arrested after an explosion left two other students injured. No school property was reported to be damaged.
Hundreds of fans line up to enter "Harry's House," a Harry Styles pop-up on La Cienega Boulevard
The pop-up shop, which will remain on La Cienega through May 26, coincides with the release of Styles' newest album of the same name.
L.A. County extends mask mandate on public transit
The move comes following a countywide downgrade from a "low" transmission rate to a "medium" transmission rate by the CDC.
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Mountain lion spotted near elementary school in Newport Beach
The mountain lion was tranquilized Friday after being spotted in the Port Streets neighborhood near Andersen Elementary School.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
Longtime Santa Ana teacher arrested after 4 female students at Adams Elementary School report "inappropriate" touching
Peter Morales, 69, was arrested on May 6 after officers went to Adams Elementary School, 2130 S. Raitt St., to investigate allegations that he had molested four students while in the classroom.
Costa Mesa man pleads guilty to involvement in Jan. 6 breach of U.S. Capitol
Christian Secor pleaded guilty to "obstruction of an official proceeding," and now faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
Bird rescue group seeing alarming influx of sick brown pelicans from all over Southern California
More than 101 new brown pelicans have been brought into the International Bird Rescue's Los Angeles Wildlife Center since May 12, and the center says they expect even more this week.
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Authorities arrest alleged murder suspect following pursuit through Inland Empire
The pursuit reportedly began in San Bernardino before the suspect led authorities through Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga before yielding in Poway.
Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
Riverside school employee arrested for giving students fentanyl
The employee was working at a school that serves students with special needs.
Hundreds of local firefighters practice fire control in Riverside County
Following a devastating wildfire that destroyed 20 homes in Orange County, over 400 firefighters from 14 different agencies practiced wildfire control in preparation for what experts expect to be a hot, dry summer.
Riverside woman held at gunpoint amid spike in home invasions
Riverside police are investigating to see if this home invasion is connected to three others that happened nearby.
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S&P 500 fends off bear market at the end of another brutal week
Stocks claw back losses after flirting with the first bear market since early 2020.
Mastercard wants to let you buy stuff with your face
Credit card giant to test biometric system aimed at streamlining the checkout process in stores.
MasterCard and Starbucks to cover abortion travel for workers
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Friend, former agent, others testify about Johnny Depp's substance use
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Gas could hit $6.20 per gallon by August, analyst predicts
California drivers are already paying $6 a gallon — that could soon become the new normal around the U.S., JPMorgan says.
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Caruso surges in LA mayoral polls after record-breaking spending
Rick Caruso also picked up endorsements from high-profile members of the Asian American community Friday night.
Villanueva campaign manager under fire after saying he "bought a salsa maker" from Hispanic clergy
A tweet from Javier Gonzalez appeared to disparage the Hispanic clergy another candidate had taken pictures with.
Rick Caruso endorsed by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
New Villanueva campaign ad taken down after Archdiocese of Los Angeles objects to its filming in church
The ad was apparently filmed in East LA's St. Alphonsus Church.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
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Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
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LA County moved from 'low' to 'medium' COVID level as cases rise
The change happens when there are more than 200 cases per 100,000 residents. As of Thursday, the county reported 202 cases per 100,000 people.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
MasterCard and Starbucks to cover abortion travel for workers
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Dodgers broadcast team won't travel to upcoming away games due to positive COVID tests
The team said the games will be broadcast from Los Angeles similar to how they were in 2020 and in 2021.
Rep. Judy Chu tests positive for COVID-19
Chu, D-Pasadena, says she is currently asymptomatic.
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Parents warned to beware of online scammers in search for baby formula
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator SUVs recalled due to engine fire risk
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
39.2 million expected to travel during this coming Memorial Day weekend
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
Biden Administration sending out more free, at-home COVID tests amid rise in new infections
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
Not again: Gas prices at Beverly Grove station well over $7
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
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Brown's two-run homer lifts A's over Angels, 4-2
The loss was the fourth-straight for the Halos, who have now fallen 1 1/2 games back of the Houston Astros for the AL West lead.
Freeman drives in a pair as Dodgers top Phillies, 4-0
The start of the second series between the two teams in the span of a week resulted in a much more subdued offensive showing, after they combined for 58 runs in the first series.
Dodgers bring back familiar face, sign Pedro Baez to minor league deal
Baez was a member of the Dodgers bullpen from 2014 to 2020 before signing a two-year deal with the Houston Astros in 2021.
All-American WR Jordan Addison transfers to USC
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
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Hundreds of fans line up to enter "Harry's House," a Harry Styles pop-up on La Cienega Boulevard
The pop-up shop, which will remain on La Cienega through May 26, coincides with the release of Styles' newest album of the same name.
Rapper J. Cole to play pro basketball in Canada
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Friend, former agent, others testify about Johnny Depp's substance use
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Motion Picture Academy announces rule changes for 95th Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that films must debut in theaters to qualify for award consideration.
Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theatre turns 95
Movie exhibitor Sid Grauman, one of Hollywood's most creative showmen, opened the movie palace in 1927, during the silent movie era.
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Women's Health: A conversation with an emergency room physician
May is National Women's Health Month and one local doctor is telling women how to stay healthy through health education and screenings.
Happening Saturday: 17th annual Celebrating Words Festival
The festival gives out free books and aims to be the leading event to put quality and culturally relevant books in the community’s hands!
Your weekend weather forecast
CBSLA's Alex Biston shows you what weather you can expect during the weekend in the Southland.
Police investigating possible shooting incident in San Bernardino
There was a large police presence in San Bernardino Saturday morning as officers blocked off an intersection during an investigation.
Look At This: San Gabriel Valley
This week Desmond Shaw takes us to his favorite spots in the vast San Gabriel Valley.
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The "super flower blood moon" as seen across the world
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
DIO Implant Open at Wilshire Country Club
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
64th Annual Grammys
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
Shots from The Chevron Championship 2022
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.
