Kindergarten routine vaccination rates fell for second straight year, CDC warns
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
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Newest round of boosters available in LA County
Those 50 or older can get their latest round of vaccines following the FDA's new recommendation for a second booster shot.
How effective is the COVID Vaccine for children?
Dr. Jose Mayorga discusses vaccinations for children and how long it may take for approval.
LA City Council Approves Motion Calling For End Of Vaccination Proof At Indoor Businesses, Restaurants
The vote instructed the city attorney to prepare a new ordinance rolling back the requirements and bring it back to the council for a final vote.
LA Council President Introduces Motion To End Proof Of Vaccination Requirement
With the county easing back its COVID-19 masking and vaccine-verification rules, Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez introduced a motion Friday to end the city's mandate requiring proof of vaccination to enter many indoor establishments and large outdoor events.
LAUSD Revamps Online Schools For 20,000 Unvaccinated Students
The Los Angeles Unified School District voted to revamp their online schools for 20,000 unvaccinated students who will not be allowed to attend in-person classes in the fall.
LA County Continues To Explore New Ways To Enforce Vaccine Mandate
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will explore new ways to enforce the vaccine mandate for county employees.
Doctors Seeing Increase In Serious COVID Cases With Pregnant Women
While studies suggest the Omicron variant is less virulent, a local doctor said that her hospital is seeing more COVID-positive pregnant women landing in the emergency room.
65% Of Skilled Nursing Facility Staff Boosted Against COVID-19
Vaccination rates among residents and staff at skilled nursing facilities remain above 90%, however many have yet to receive their booster shot.
How Many People Make A Mega Event? LA County Lowers Threshold For Mega Events
Effective this Friday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reduced the attendance threshold for mega events in half.
Man Attacks Healthcare Staff At Tustin Mobile Vaccine Site
Protestors have demonstrated outside several of the company's vaccine sites many times before but hoped that the day would never come when someone would attack them. However, the day they had all been dreading finally came on Thursday, Dec. 30 when 43-year-old Thomas Apollo, came to the mobile vaccine clinic in the company's office parking lot.
Children's Hospital Offering Free COVID-19 and Flu Vaccine
Children's Hospital Los Angeles will offer free COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinics every Saturday from Jan. 8 to Jan 22, at three of their Specialty Care Centers located throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
LA County's COVID Hospitalizations Climb Back Above 600
The number of coronavirus patients in Los Angeles County hospitals surged past 600 Saturday, amid concern over another possible autumn and winter surge in infections and the presence of the new Omicron variant in Los Angeles County.
'General Hospital' Star Steve Burton Let Go From Show Over COVID Vaccine Mandate
Burton, who has been a mainstay on the soap opera "General Hospital" for decades, revealed Tuesday that he has been dismissed from the show for his refusal to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
LA County Reports 1,876 New Cases Of Coronavirus, 26 More Deaths
Los Angeles County reported 1,876 new cases of COVID-19 and 26 additional deaths associated with the virus Saturday.
Studio City, Santa Clarita Among COVID Hotspots Despite High Vaccination Rates
Studio City and Santa Clarita are among the Los Angeles County communities with the highest new COVID-19 infection rates, this despite having high vaccination rates.
LAUSD To Loosen COVID Restrictions Next Semester
Beginning in January, only unvaccinated students will have to undergo weekly testing.
CA Health Officials Approve COVID Booster Shots For All Adults
State health officials have eased the guidelines on who qualifies for a COVID-19 booster shot, allowing all Californians who feel they are at risk to receive a dose of additional protection before attending large family gatherings planned as Thanksgiving comes.
City Of LA's Strict COVID Vaccine Proof Mandate For Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Gyms Takes Effect
Although the SafePassLA ordinance takes effect Monday, it won't be fully enforced until Nov 29.
LA County Reports 1,647 New Cases Of COVID-19, 25 More Deaths
The number of coronavirus patients in Los Angeles County hospitals fell slightly Saturday, declining from 664 to 660, according to the latest state figures.
Orange County Makes Pediatric COVID Vaccine Available
Orange County's children aged 5 to 11 years old will be able to get vaccinated against COVID-19, officials said Wednesday.
'It Will Make Life That Much Easier': Parents React To CDC Recommending Pfizer COVID Vaccine For Children
A panel of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's outside vaccine advisers voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 5.
Unvaccinated LAUSD Athletes May Be Ineligible To Play Sports
All LAUSD students ages 12 and older will soon be required to be vaccinated in order to attend in-person classes.
Unvaccinated City Of LA Workers 'Should Be Prepared To Lose Their Job,' Garcetti Says
Municipal employees for the city of Los Angeles who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19 will likely lose their jobs, Mayor Eric Garcetti implied Wednesday.
LA Galaxy To Require Proof of Vaccination Or Negative COVID-19 Test For Upcoming Match
The LA Galaxy and their home pitch, Dignity Health Sports Park, will follow recent LA County Guidelines and require either proof of vaccination against COVID-19, or a negative test within 72 hours of game-time.
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At least 1 injured after pursuit suspect crashes into another driver
At least 1 person was hospitalized after a pursuit suspect crashed into another vehicle.
Homicide investigation underway after shooting death in San Dimas
A person was shot and killed in San Dimas Tuesday and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department homicide detectives were investigating.
Scammer impersonates Ventura County Sheriff's Captain
An imposter is posing as a Ventura County Sheriff's Captain in a scam aimed at stealing money from residents with fraudulent warrants.
Man fatally shot outside of Peacock Place in DTLA, suspect in custody
A man was shot and killed, and another person was wounded outside of a downtown Los Angeles music venue Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Mother accused of drowning 9-year-old daughter in bathtub
A Westminster mother is accused of drowning her 9-year-old daughter in a bathtub. Prosecutors said the girl used a wheelchair and could not speak.
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Family of slain Palmdale Deputy Clinkunbroomer announce $20 million damages claim
"We don't want any parent to ever have to sit at a Thanksgiving or holiday dinner with someone missing like we had to this year," Kim Clinkunbroomer, the mother of the late Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer, said
Massive fire destroys 5 homes in South Los Angeles, 2 people in critical condition
An investigation is underway after five homes burned down in South Los Angeles Tuesday morning, leaving two residents in critical condition.
At least 1 injured after pursuit suspect crashes into another driver
At least 1 person was hospitalized after a pursuit suspect crashed into another vehicle.
Homicide investigation underway after shooting death in San Dimas
A person was shot and killed in San Dimas Tuesday and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department homicide detectives were investigating.
Scammer impersonates Ventura County Sheriff's Captain
An imposter is posing as a Ventura County Sheriff's Captain in a scam aimed at stealing money from residents with fraudulent warrants.
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At least 1 injured after pursuit suspect crashes into another driver
At least 1 person was hospitalized after a pursuit suspect crashed into another vehicle.
Homeless woman arrested for alleged home break-in murder of philanthropist
Police reported on Tuesday that a 36-year-old homeless woman has been arrested for allegedly breaking into a home and fatally shooting a resident in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles.
Longest living Rose Queen Margaret Huntley Main dies at 102
.The Tournament of Roses said Main is "a timeless symbol of grace, (and) will forever adorn the history of the Rose Parade."
Family of slain Palmdale Deputy Clinkunbroomer announce $20 million damages claim
"We don't want any parent to ever have to sit at a Thanksgiving or holiday dinner with someone missing like we had to this year," Kim Clinkunbroomer, the mother of the late Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer, said
Manhattan Beach Police Warns of Phone Scam
Just as the holiday season kicks into high gear, The Manhattan Beach Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam asking for fake donations.
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Mother accused of drowning 9-year-old daughter in bathtub
A Westminster mother is accused of drowning her 9-year-old daughter in a bathtub. Prosecutors said the girl used a wheelchair and could not speak.
Controversial homeless services center receives new contract
Orange County's Board of Supervisors renewed the contract of a homeless services center in Santa Ana, much to the dismay of some residents.
City of Irvine considering ban on single-use plastic for local businesses
The city of Irvine is considering a ban on single-use plastic for local restaurants in order to reduce the amount of harmful plastic being distributed to the community.
Tustin to start voluntary home clean ups after destructive hangar fire
Tustin began its voluntary home clean-ups to remove debris from the destructive hangar fire that may contain asbestos.
Two men killed after unlicensed drunk driver slams into them
The Orange Police Department said an unlicensed drunk driver killed two men as they tried to repair a broken-down car on Thanksgiving.
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Riverside's School for the Deaf football team wins consecutive state titles
Despite several seniors graduating last year, the California School for the Deaf in Riverside rallied to capture their second consecutive CIF championship for Division 1 over the weekend.
Firefighters knock down 2 fires at commercial buildings in San Bernardino
Firefighters knocked down two fires in San Bernardino overnight.
Cudahy man arrested for threatening Fontana city official with racial slurs and sexual violence
Police said Edwin Banuelos confessed to the charges and blamed his actions on social media influences.
California SWAT standoff comes to a deadly end after suspect's home burns down
The suspect was killed after exchanging gun fire with police during an hours-long SWAT standoff in Upland on Monday.
Strong Santa Ana winds whip through Southern California
Several high-wind advisories and warnings will be impacting the area until Tuesday.
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Did a 2018 memo outlining potential freeway fire hazards get ignored?
Caltrans engineers warned the department about the possibility of fires raging under freeways if flammable materials were allowed to be stored there. However, it appears these guidelines may have been ignored.
KCAL Investigates: Stabbing that went unreported for hours raises concerns about school safety
A stabbing at an LAUSD school that went unreported for hours has raised concerns about student's safety.
KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
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 Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
KCAL News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
KCAL News Investigates: LA Mayor Karen Bass proposes changes to Metro stations to make them safer
Following a KCAL News investigation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed new changes to make Metro train stations safer.
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Rosalynn Carter honored in service attended by Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
Hunter Biden willing to testify in public hearing, lawyer says
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
Navy removes fuel from spy plane that crashed into Kaneohe Bay
The U.S. Navy says it has removed nearly all of the fuel from a plane that landed in Oahu's Kaneohe Bay after it overshot a runway.
Google to delete inactive accounts within days. Here's what to know.
Starting Dec. 1, Google will terminate accounts that haven't been used in two years, which could impact photos, emails and more.
3 Palestinian college students shot in Burlington, Vermont; arrest made
Three college students described as being of Palestinian descent were shot Saturday evening in Burlington, Vermont, while visiting for Thanksgiving.
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Rosalynn Carter honored in service attended by Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
Hunter Biden willing to testify in public hearing, lawyer says
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
4-year-old American Abigail Mor Edan among third group of hostages released by Hamas
Seventeen hostages were released — 14 Israeli citizens, which includes Abigail, who is a joint Israeli-American citizen, and three foreign nationals, Israeli officials said.
Rosalynn Carter, former first lady, dies at age 96
The Carter Center said she died "peacefully, with family by her side" on Sunday, Nov. 19, at her home in Plains, Georgia.
Cease-fire is "the only way forward" in Israel-Hamas war, Jordanian ambassador says
"We're just wondering how far is this going to go? We're calling for a cease-fire," Jordanian Ambassador Dina Kawar told "Face the Nation."
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On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
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.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
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.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
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.
On Your Side: Biden Administration targets 'junk fees'
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.
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Biden's limit on drug industry middlemen backfires, pharmacists say
A federal rule taking effect Jan. 1 was intended to stop abuses by pharmacy benefit managers, but some pharmacists say it's making things worse.
Multiple brands of dog food recalled as FDA warns of salmonella risks
Three different dog food brands have been recalled in recent week because of bacteria that can sicken pets and humans who handle the food.
Meta sued by states claiming Instagram and Facebook harm children
The social media company has hidden the dangers of its platforms from the public with profit in mind, dozens of attorneys general allege.
Newsom signs bill advancing universal health care, vetoes insulin price cap
On Saturday Gov. Newsom announced the approval of Senate Bill 770, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-SF) which advances steps toward securing universal health coverage in California.
Kaiser workers end historic strike, but another may loom
Union coalition that led three-day walkout says employees may strike again unless health care giant addresses their concerns.
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San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler, who spent big in pursuit of a World Series title, dies at 63
Seidler, who grew up around the game as a third-generation member of the O'Malley family that used to own the Dodgers, died on Tuesday, the Padres announced. He was 63.
SAG-AFTRA board approves strike-ending deal as leaders tout money gains and AI rights
Board members from Hollywood's actors union have voted to approve the deal with studios that ended their strike after nearly four months.
Utah sues TikTok, alleging it lures children into addictive and destructive social media habits
Utah has become the latest state to sue TikTok, alleging the social media company is "baiting" children into addictive and unhealthy habits.
Numbers drawn for $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot after a long stretch without a winner
The numbers have been drawn for an estimated $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot that ranks as the world's fourth-largest lottery prize.
Newsom vetoes bill allowing Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblymember Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
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Denis Bouanga scores only goal as LAFC knocks out Seattle 1-0 in MLS playoffs
Denis Bouanga scored his fourth goal of the MLS Cup playoffs in the 30th minute, goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau made seven saves, and defending champion Los Angeles FC advanced to the Western Conference final with a 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders.
Ravens force 4 turnovers in 20-10 win over Chargers
Rookie Zay Flowers had a touchdown catch and ran for a game-sealing score late in the fourth quarter, Baltimore forced four turnovers, and the AFC-best Ravens beat the Los Angeles Chargers 20-10.
Connor McDavid has goal, 4 assists in Oilers' 8-2 victory over Ducks
Connor McDavid had a goal and four assists to give him nine points in two games and help the Edmonton Oilers rout the Anaheim Ducks 8-2 on Sunday night.
Angels sign veteran reliever Adam Kolarek to a 1-year deal
The Los Angeles Angels have signed veteran left-handed reliever Adam Kolarek to a one-year, $900,000 deal.
Stafford throws season-high 4 TDs, Rams roll to a 37-14 win over the Cardinals
Matthew Stafford threw for 229 yards and a season-high four touchdown passes, two each to Tyler Higbee and Kyren Williams, and the Los Angeles Rams rolled to a 37-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
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"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Tiffany Haddish arrested on suspicion of DUI in Beverly Hills
Actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish was arrested Friday in Beverly Hills on suspicion of driving while impaired, authorities said.
Eagles troll Chiefs with Taylor Swift reference after big win
The team posted a picture of a green friendship bracelet that read "Eagles win" on Instagram following their 21-17 victory on Monday.
"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
David Letterman returns to "The Late Show" for first time since 2015
David Letterman hosted "The Late Show" for over 20 years, from 1993 to 2015.
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Pursuit crash hospitalizes at least one person in suspect's vehicle
An LAPD pursuit hospitalized at least one person in the suspect's vehicle Tuesday night.
Irvine considers most restrictive plastic ban in America
Residents packed the Irvine City Council meeting as members contemplated a possible ban on single-use plastic items. Lesley Marin reports.
Homeless woman arrested for alleged home break-in murder in Mid-Wilshire area
The victim was identified as Michael Latt, the CEO of Lead With Love, an organization focused on social justice work through the arts.
Homicide investigation underway after shooting death in San Dimas
A person was shot and killed in San Dimas Tuesday and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department homicide detectives were investigating.
Man fatally shot outside of Peacock Place in DTLA, suspect in custody
A man was shot and killed, and another person was wounded outside of a downtown Los Angeles music venue Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
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Roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Here are the roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
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.
Wallex US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
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
JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
