Uber dealing with "cybersecurity incident" after hacker appears to breach system
There was no indication that Uber's fleet of vehicles or its operation was in any way affected.
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Uber to roll out party buses, robot deliveries and vacation bookings
As demand for rides increases, Uber plans on rolling out an array of new features for customers.
Uber no longer requiring masks for drivers, passengers
On Monday, a federal judge struck down the CDC's requirement mandating masks on planes and public transit, ruling that it exceeded the authority of U.S. health officials.
"We Can't Afford It Anymore...": Skyrocketing Gas Prices Burdening Rideshare Drivers
With gas prices breaking record highs almost daily, rideshare drivers like Misak Yapundzhn are considering finding a new line of work.
Super Bowl: Planning To Uber to SoFi Stadium? Here Are Tips
Super Bowl: Uber Shares Best Ways To Catch A Ride During Game Day
As L.A. gears up to host Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on Feb. 13, Uber is sharing the best ways to help get dropped off and picked up at the big game and other events across the city.
'I Think I Will Die': Rideshare Driver Brutally Beaten By Passenger Wants Policy Changes
A rideshare driver is speaking out after he was violently attacked picking up a potential customer. He and rideshare advocates want the policies changed so this never happens again.
Rideshare Drivers Stage One-Day Strike In LA, Other Cities Wednesday
People looking to use rideshare services such as Lyft and Uber might be in for some difficulty Wednesday as many drivers planned to hold a one-day strike.
Uber Agrees To Hand Over Sexual Assault Data, Has Its Fine Reduced By California State Regulators
Uber is getting a huge break from state regulators after the ride-sharing company agreed to hand over the information it failed to turn in before about sexual assault cases on the platform.
Goldstein Investigates: Taxi Drivers Question Uber's Deal With City Providing Rides To COVID-19 Vaccine Sites
Uber's $500,000 donation of rides to the Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles has come under fire from the city's taxi drivers who claim the rideshare giant is trying to influence city politics.
New COVID Vaccine Site Opening At USC, City Working To Get Doses To Homebound Residents
Mayor Eric Garcetti Thursday announced that a new Los Angeles city-run site will open next week at the University of Southern California.
Uber To Provide Free Rides To COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments At Walgreens
The pilot program will start in Chicago, Atlanta, Houston and El Paso, and is expected to expand to cities like Los Angeles in the future.
Appeals Court Upholds Ruling On Classifying Lyft, Uber Drivers As Employees Amid Crucial Prop. 22 Vote
A state appeals court ruled against Uber and Lyft on Thursday, upholding an injunction saying the ride-hailing giants must reclassify drivers as employees.
Uber To Require Riders To Take Selfie While Wearing A Face Covering In Order To Ride
Once the app has verified the rider is wearing a mask, the driver receives a green check mark and the trip is authorized to proceed.
911 Integration With Uber App Expanded To Beverly Hills, Burbank, Long Beach, Santa Monica, Torrance
The integration of 911 in the app transmits location and ride information automatically so it shows up on dispatchers' computer screens, and does not need to be given verbally.
Uber Warns It Could Suspend Service In California By Thursday
The move is in response to an ongoing legal battle over how the rideshare giant classifies its drivers.
Uber Threatens To Halt Calif. Service Over Judge's Ruling On AB 5
In November, California voters are set to vote on Prop. 22, which would overturn provisions of AB 5 specifically relating to app-based drivers.
Judge Rules In Favor Of Multi-City Lawsuit Against Uber And Lyft Regarding AB 5
A federal judge on Monday required ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft to classify their drivers as employers rather than independent contractors under a new California state law.
Uber Acquires Postmates For $2.65B
Two San Francisco-based food delivery services companies are merging as Uber announced Monday it was acquiring Postmates in a $2.65 billion all-stock deal.
Calif. Voters To Decide Whether AB5 Applies To Rideshare Drivers
Under the initiative, instead of being categorized as employees, drivers for app-based companies would be provided with "alternative benefits," including a guaranteed minimum level of pay and healthcare subsidies.
Uber Now Requiring Masks For All Passengers, Drivers; Company Lays Off 3,000 Employees
Drivers must take a selfie prior to starting their shifts to verify that they are in fact wearing a mask.
California Sues Uber, Lyft For Classifying Drivers As 'Contractors'
The two rideshare giants are accused of misclassifying their drivers as "contractors," depriving them of workplace protections like minimum wage and overtime and access to paid sick leave, disability insurance and unemployment.
Report: Uber Closes Downtown LA Office, Lays Off 80 Workers
Uber has reportedly shut down its downtown Los Angeles office, laid off about 80 employees who worked there, and shipped their jobs to the Philippines.
Tustin PD: Former Uber Driver Admits To Assaulting Female Passenger
Police said 45-year-old Amir Attia has a previous conviction for sexual battery.
Uber, Postmates File Suit To Block Gig Worker Bill Days Before It Takes Effect
Come Wednesday, many rideshare drivers will go from being gig economy workers to full employees.
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Giant trash sculptures educate and entertain at South Coast Botanic Garden
The nonprofit, Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea, is fighting plastic pollution. The sea life garden sculptures were made by the organization and its volunteers.
Trump faces felony charge, source says
The charges stem from alleged hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month brings a spotlight to self-defense skills
A National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey found that most female victims of completed or attempted rape said it happened before age 25.
City of STEM brings science and creativity to LA State Historic Park Saturday
Over 180 demonstration booths represented by different organizations and makers are out at the L.A. State Historic Park inspiring and entertaining with hands-on activities and experiences with an appearance by Bill Nye, the Science Guy.
Work on a wildlife crossing will close part of the 101 Freeway overnight Saturday
Overnight Saturday, work on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing will close the 101 Freeway near Liberty Canyon Road in both directions while Caltrans crews complete several pavement repair projects related to the bridge's construction.
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Trump faces felony charge, source says
The charges stem from alleged hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Giant trash sculptures educate and entertain at South Coast Botanic Garden
The nonprofit, Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea, is fighting plastic pollution. The sea life garden sculptures were made by the organization and its volunteers.
10 Freeway reopens hours after suspect killed during shootout with police
All lanes of the 10 Freeway remain closed in both directions near the 710 Freeway in the Monterey Park/City Terrace as officers investigate a deadly shootout involving a robbery suspect.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month brings a spotlight to self-defense skills
A National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey found that most female victims of completed or attempted rape said it happened before age 25.
Trump indicted in Manhattan; first ex-president to be charged with a crime
The case stems from a "hush money" payment made just days before Trump was elected president in 2016.
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Man run over while trying to stop catalytic converter theft in Lynwood
A man was injured Friday afternoon when he was run over by a pair of thieves attempting to steal a catalytic converter from under a vehicle in his neighborhood.
Flyers denying Armenian Genocide found in Glendale
Multiple flyers were found posted on light poles near the St. Mary's Armenian Apostolic Church in Glendale on Friday.
Carjacking chaos: Wild video shows woman's parking lot rampage in Agoura Hills
Video of the chaos shows a woman behind the wheel of a stolen vehicle, pinballing around an Agoura Hills parking lot, ramming into several parked cars before she was detained by Good Samaritans, who held her until law enforcement arrived.
Mayor Karen Bass announces additional senior staff
Three new members of Mayor Karen Bass' senior staff were appointed Friday, who will oversee the intergovernmental affairs, city budget and legislative affairs.
Canoga Park man details terrifying moment he was robbed of French Bulldog at gunpoint
A man only wanting to be identified as "Johnny," details the terrifying moments that two men held him at gunpoint while demanding that he hand over his 7-month-old French Bulldog named Ulan.
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Anaheim family seeking return of stolen urn containing son's ashes
An Anaheim family is offering a $5k reward for the return of an urn stolen from their porch, which contained the ashes of their son's remains.
Man arrested for sexually assaulting children on three separate occasions in Irvine
Christopher Eduard, 53, was being held without bail after he was accused of groping two children in 2021 and a third last week at a library in Irvine.
Orange County girl hailed as hero after saving duck shot through head with arrow
A 10-year-old Silverado Canyon girl lured the duck into her care by using her pancake breakfast over the weekend. She was able to keep it just long enough for animal control officers to safely retrieve the injured mallard and take it to the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center in Huntington Beach.
On Your Side: Restaurant trend of 'ghost kitchens'
The gourmet grilled cheese you order from a new eatery or pop-up kitchen might actually be from your neighborhood Denny's restaurant.
5 homes evacuated after car crash causes gas leak in Laguna Beach
Crews evacuated five homes in Laguna Beach after a car crashed into a gas meter, causing it to leak.
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On Your Side: Restaurant trend of 'ghost kitchens'
The gourmet grilled cheese you order from a new eatery or pop-up kitchen might actually be from your neighborhood Denny's restaurant.
Mojave train crash: Union Pacific says no crew was inside cab during derailment
San Bernardino Fire said they responded to the cargo train derailment in a remote area of Kelso.
2 killed in helicopter crash near Perris identified
Two Murrieta residents killed in a plane crash have been identified.
2 killed in Hemet helicopter crash; Pilot delivered organs in spare time, family says
A helicopter crashed Friday around 12:40 p.m. in Riverside County at the base of hills in Lakeview, leaving two people dead.
Yucaipa couple arrested for allegedly crashing cars for insurance payout; posted videos to Youtube
The Yucaipa couple allegedly had their child in the car during many of the allegedly intentional collisions.
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Downtown Rebound: Pandemic business recovery in Los Angeles
The COVID crisis shut down the entire country including California, hitting downtowns nationwide including Los Angeles. Now new data is giving us a clearer picture of the past and a new view of how far we've come in L.A.'s "downtown rebound."
Marijuana and driving: California lacks legal THC limit
It's been seven years since California legalized marijuana for adults. But the state still has no legal limit on how much is too much before you get behind the wheel of a car.
L.A. homeless count: Numbers questioned due to app problems
There are new questions about the accuracy of this year's Los Angeles homeless count. It was just completed last month, but some volunteers are telling KCAL News about problems trying to report the numbers.
California wage theft: Is the state following its own rules?
In a KCAL News investigation: What is owed, what employers are accused of doing, and how the state itself may have broken the law by letting this go on for far too long. Senior Reporter Ross Palombo has the shocking data and details.
KCAL News Investigates: Millions in LAUSD sanitizer goes to waste
More than a million dollars' worth of hand sanitizer purchased by the LAUSD to keep kids safe had to be disposed of because it's expiring. The issue was discovered by KCAL News Investigative Reporter David Goldstein.
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Trump faces felony charge, source says
The charges stem from alleged hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Tornadoes strike Arkansas, Illinois,Tennessee; at least 16 dead, dozens injured
A monster storm system tore through the South and Midwest on Friday, spawning deadly tornadoes that shredded homes and shopping centers in Arkansas and collapsed a theater roof during a heavy metal concert in Illinois.
One killed, dozens hurt when theatre roof collapses in Illinois
Belvidere Police Chief Shane Woody described the scene after the collapse as "chaos, absolute chaos."
What does Donald Trump's indictment mean for his businesses?
Criminal charges filed against the former president could further tarnish the Trump Organization's reputation, experts say.
At least 3 killed, dozens hurt as powerful storm system hits several states
More than 85 million people were under weather advisories as a monster storm system tore through the South and Midwest.
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Trump faces felony charge, source says
The charges stem from alleged hush money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Trump "upset" and "angry" but "not worried" about indictment, attorney says
A New York grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump.
Trump indictment: What are the next steps and the implications? Experts weigh in
Mr. Trump is the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges.
Newsom starts campaign to boost red-state Democrats, take on GOP governors
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has launched a new political action committee to boost Democrats in Republican states.
What happens now that Trump has been indicted?
Here is what is likely to come next, according to a former prosecutor and law enforcement sources.
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On Your Side: Restaurant trend of 'ghost kitchens'
The gourmet grilled cheese you order from a new eatery or pop-up kitchen might actually be from your neighborhood Denny's restaurant.
On Your Side: Saving on auto loans
With used and new car prices still soaring, it can be difficult to get a good deal in this market. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has some tips.
On Your Side: Common credit mistakes
March is National Credit Education Month. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has the ABCs of credit and insider tips on how to boost your score.
Tech Talk: Travel gadgets to improve your next trip
The best travel gadgets can make your trips more organized, manageable, and unforgettable -- just better through and through. Tech expert Jessica Naziri has some of the best travel gadgets for every type of traveler and journey.
Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to increase in heart attacks, strokes
A commonly used artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to Cleveland Clinic research.
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LA County to end COVID-19 emergency declaration on Friday
The end of the emergency declaration will see the closure of in-person PCR testing centers throughout Los Angeles County, as demand for tests continues to decrease.
STEAM: Meet a physical therapist changing lives
In this week's STEAM profile, KCAL News Meteorologist Evelyn Taft introduces us to physical therapist Gabrielle Shrier.
FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved selling naloxone without a prescription, setting the overdose-reversing drug on course to become the first opioid treatment drug to be sold over the counter.
Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to increase in heart attacks, strokes
A commonly used artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to Cleveland Clinic research.
On Your Side: ADHD medication shortage
A nationwide shortage of medications used to treat ADHD is entering its sixth month with no end in sight. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has a look at the problem, and what could help end it.
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California court rules for Uber, Lyft in ride-hailing case
A California appeals court has ruled companies like Uber and Lyft do not have to treat their drivers as employees.
Regal theater locations shutting down: 6 in SoCal to close
Thirty-nine Regal movie theaters, including three in Los Angeles and Orange counties, will close as the chain's parent company goes through bankruptcy.
Vivienne Westwood, fashion designer and style icon, dies at 81
British fashion designer and style icon Vivienne Westwood has died aged 81, according to an official statement from her eponymous company.
3M plans to end manufacturing and use of PFAS by end of 2025
St. Paul-based 3M announced Tuesday that the company will stop the manufacturing and use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances - also known as "forever chemicals" - by the end of 2025.
EPA to consider tougher locomotive emissions rules
The Environmental Protection Agency said Wednesday it will consider adopting stricter rules on locomotive emissions in response to concerns by California regulators.
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Lewis' pinch-hit homer lifts D-backs over Dodgers 2-1
Kyle Lewis had a pinch-hit, go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1.
Lakers overtake Timberwolves in standings with 123-111 win
Anthony Davis scored 17 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter and grabbed 17 rebounds to lift the Los Angeles Lakers past the Minnesota Timberwolves 123-111.
Bane, Kennard help Grizzlies rally to beat Clippers 108-94
Desmond Bane scored 22 points and Luke Kennard had 17 as the Memphis Grizzlies overcame a 20-point first-half deficit and beat the Los Angeles Clippers 108-94.
Former Navy coach Niumatalolo joins UCLA staff
Former Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo is joining UCLA's football coaching staff as director of leadership. He is the winningest coach in the history of Navy, sporting a 109-83 record.
MLB investigating incident involving Angels' 3B Anthony Rendon, fan in Oakland
Video of the incident shows Rendon grabbing a fan by the shirt after words were exchanged as he walked into the tunnel at RingCentral Coliseum on Thursday.
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Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
Dodgers Opening Day: Boys in Blue take on Diamondbacks tonight
The Boys in Blue return to Dodger Stadium Thursday as the L.A. Dodgers host the Arizona Diamondbacks for the season opener at 7 p.m. There will also be some special tributes tonight.
Melissa Joan Hart says she helped children "trying to escape" Nashville shooting
"We helped a class of kindergartners across a busy highway that were climbing out of the woods, that were trying to escape the shooter situation," she said.
Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on domestic violence charges in New York City
Majors' criminal defense lawyer said he is "completely innocent and provably the victim of an altercation with a woman he knows."
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Women's self-defense
The SHIELD Women's Self-Defense team, led by instructor Nelson Nio, demonstrates tactical moves to fight off attackers
City of STEM Festival inspires kids and families with science and creativity
City of STEM Festival and LA Maker Faire takes place all day Saturday, April 1 at LA State Historic Park. Tena Ezzeddine reports.
The children's book "This is What I Eat," helps kids make healthy food choices
Author and food stylist Aliza Sokolow, shares fun ways to help kids enjoy eating healthy food
In the Garden: the ABC's of irrigation
Nick Federoff, Things Green, breaks down the varied options for irrigation systems
Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Women's self-defense
SHIELD Women's Self-Defense System demonstrates tactical moves to fight off attackers
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The 95th Academy Awards
Check out this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the 2023 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre.
Shots from the 2023 Genesis Invitational at the Riviera Country Club
A series of shots from the first day of the Genesis Invitational professional golf tournament at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades.
65th Annual Grammy Awards from Crypto.com Arena
A look at some of Sunday's most memorable moments from music's biggest night at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.
65th Grammy Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
The victims of the Monterey Park mass shooting
The men and women killed during the tragic Monterey Park mass shooting left behind sons, daughters and friends, all of whom continue to grieve their loved ones.
