Neighbors Hand Out Free Masks In Ojai As Smoke Inundates The City
Thick grey smoke hangs in the air over the city because there in no wind to blow it away.
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Thick grey smoke hangs in the air over the city because there in no wind to blow it away.
The Thomas Fire has burned 132,000 acres in Ventura County and is only 10 percent contained.
Mikki Willis shared the moment he told his three and six-year-old sons their home was destroyed in the Thomas fire on Facebook.
Some residents were concerned. Others were taking it in stride.
For a time, he thought the fire had died down. And then all of a sudden, he said, the fire was back with a vengeance.
"I have a fire hose in the backyard," said the man, "and that versus a 70-foot high wall of flame is not going to do a whole heck of a lot."
Kat Merrick and Chris Corsones got a sign of hope after their ranch was consumed in the Thomas Fire this week.
One of many Ventura families returns home to find rubble and copes with bringing their children to where their house once stood.
Traffic was flowing in both directions as fire shot hundreds of feet into the air.
Authorities say a body was found in an unincorporated area outside Santa Paula, near the scene of an accident, within the Thomas Fire burn area.
Poor air quality from the wildfires burning in Ventura and Los Angeles counties has ground sports and TV productions to a halt.
Continuously Updated: Here's the latest on several wildfires burning Wednesday in Southern California.
The wildfire raging through Ventura County has jumped Highway 101, and reached the beaches of Ventura.
As firefighters head into the third night of battling multiple wildfires across the state, they're bracing for worse conditions in the days ahead.
CBS2 photographer Nathan Furniss was hit in the chest by popping ammunition flying out of a burning home as he approached the structure.
Even with power out, Santa Claus arrives to keep up spirit of the season.
In response to the multiple fires that were ravaging the Southland Tuesday, California Gov. Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency in the counties of Los Angeles and Ventura.
At least 150 homes and structures have been destroyed as the Thomas Fire rages out of control in Ventura Monday.
Firefighters were forced to abandon the Vista del Mar Hospital, which is on Seneca Street just north of downtown Ventura, to flames to try and defend neighboring condos and buildings from flames. As reporters and photographers watched, the hospital's charred roof collapsed.
Fire crews were battling a fast-moving brush fire along the Santa Paula-Ojai border Monday night.
A person of interest was detained, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
A Mumford & Sons founding member taps his touring expertise to create the ultimate venue for musicians and audiences, complete with a surprise food experience just beyond the doors.
Family members are mourning their loved one who was killed in broad daylight on the Hollywood Walk of Fame earlier in May while he was waiting for a bus, when they say he was attacked by a dog and then a group of men.
In a video shared by police, the woman, wearing all black, can be seen arguing with the employee before cocking her right arm back with the food in hand. She then steps forward and hurls the food directly at the employee, causing the container to burst open and food to spill out.
Two bald eagles were spotted nesting in Los Angeles County on Saturday, marking another instance in what wildlife officials are calling an "inspiring comeback" in the area.
A person of interest was detained, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Family members are mourning their loved one who was killed in broad daylight on the Hollywood Walk of Fame earlier in May while he was waiting for a bus, when they say he was attacked by a dog and then a group of men.
In a video shared by police, the woman, wearing all black, can be seen arguing with the employee before cocking her right arm back with the food in hand. She then steps forward and hurls the food directly at the employee, causing the container to burst open and food to spill out.
Two bald eagles were spotted nesting in Los Angeles County on Saturday, marking another instance in what wildlife officials are calling an "inspiring comeback" in the area.
Construction is slated to begin this Monday on California's first "smart freeway," which aims to ease the traffic congestion on the 15 Freeway corridor that runs through Temecula in Riverside County.
Family members are mourning their loved one who was killed in broad daylight on the Hollywood Walk of Fame earlier in May while he was waiting for a bus, when they say he was attacked by a dog and then a group of men.
Two bald eagles were spotted nesting in Los Angeles County on Saturday, marking another instance in what wildlife officials are calling an "inspiring comeback" in the area.
A Southern California man who previously pleaded guilty to smuggling more than 1,700 reptiles into the United States from Mexico, which he claimed were his pets, was sentenced to more than five years in prison on Thursday.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested for a deadly shooting that left another 15-year-old dead near Cedar Avenue and Plymouth Street on Thursday afternoon, according to Long Beach police.
A big rig driver was arrested on Thursday for a hit-and-run crash that left a motorcyclist dead in the San Fernando Valley, according to police.
In a video shared by police, the woman, wearing all black, can be seen arguing with the employee before cocking her right arm back with the food in hand. She then steps forward and hurls the food directly at the employee, causing the container to burst open and food to spill out.
An Orange County judge dismissed charges against a doctor who allegedly poisoned her husband with Drano.
The Orange County Healthcare Agency said a bat found in Irvine Regional Park has tested positive for rabies.
Just a day after tens of thousands of Orange County residents were finally able to return to their homes after days of uncertainty due to a chemical tank crisis at a nearby aerospace facility, a group of high school seniors was able to walk the stage for their graduation on Wednesday.
Police said the crash happened at around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday near Chestnut and Cypress avenues.
Construction is slated to begin this Monday on California's first "smart freeway," which aims to ease the traffic congestion on the 15 Freeway corridor that runs through Temecula in Riverside County.
San Bernardino County detectives believe the man raped four people from 2017-2025 and believe there may be more victims.
A Riverside County beekeeper says that last week's Verona Fire, which broke out near Hemet and burned hundreds of acres, caused him to lose 80 hives and up to 4 million bees.
Four Southern California residents were charged with staging fake crashes as part of an insurance fraud scheme, and investigators believe that multiple innocent drivers may have been endangered.
Riverside police said Christian Arellano was on probation for similar crimes in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.
Jing S. Dong of Staten Island, New York, was charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter, with additional charges pending, Virginia State Police said.
Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, said Saturday that President Trump will kick off the event on June 24 in an opening ceremony.
The Department of Homeland Security issued a statement Saturday saying recent green card policy changes restated "longstanding law and policy."
Last year, Hegseth called China a "threat" to Taiwan and said an attack might be "imminent."
Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.
Freedom 250, the organization behind the event, said Saturday that President Trump will kick off the event on June 24 in an opening ceremony.
Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.
Jill Biden said she supported Joe Biden's decision to pardon their son, Hunter, because they couldn't let him go to jail under President Trump.
A judge blocked the Kennedy Center from closing its doors during renovations, and ruled that its board acted unlawfully by adding President Trump's name to the building. The president reacted by saying he wants Congress to take it over.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi testified before the House Oversight Committee on Friday about her handling of the Epstein files.
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.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
Edmundo Sosa capped a three-run eighth inning with a two-run home run and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat Los Angeles 4-3 on Saturday night, ending the Dodgers' winning streak at six games.
Wade Meckler hit his first grand slam in the majors for the first of Los Angeles' four homers in the Angels' 14-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday.
Justin Wrobleski's no-hit bid was broken up in the sixth inning, but the Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Yandy Díaz hit two home runs, including back-to-back shots with Jonathan Aranda in a seven-run seventh inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-5 on Friday night to end a four-game losing streak.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have made several roster changes after injuries to Teoscar Hernández and Kiké Hernández.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The CBS LA American Music Awards Red Carpet Special will capture the moments as the stars arrive at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and airs from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. PDT on CBS LA and streaming online on CBS News Los Angeles.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Southern California's June is set to kick off with a warm start. Chloe Carlson reports.
A person died and another was critically injured outside a popular recreation center in Santa Clarita on Saturday night. Alys Martinez reports.
A Mumford & Sons founding member taps his touring expertise to create the ultimate venue for musicians and audiences, complete with a surprise food experience just beyond the doors.
In a video shared by police, the woman, wearing all black, can be seen arguing with the employee before cocking her right arm back with the food in hand. She then steps forward and hurls the food directly at the employee, causing the container to burst open and food to spill out.
Joy Benedict reports from Montebello, where she speaks with some of the thousands of Californians who are now unsure whether or not they'll be able to receive CalFresh benefits due to the changing requirements.
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.
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.
