Mud, Debris Flows Wreak Havoc Across Malibu
The biggest mudslide was reported on Pacific Coast Highway at Leo Carrillo State Beach, where both sides of the busy thoroughfare have been shut down.
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The biggest mudslide was reported on Pacific Coast Highway at Leo Carrillo State Beach, where both sides of the busy thoroughfare have been shut down.
Tuesday night's meeting was the first since the destructive Woolsey Fire ravaged the communities in and surrounding the Santa Monica Mountains. So many people were at the meeting, city officials had to open spill-over rooms.
A family of four with a monthly gross income of less than $2,818 would be eligible to receive up to $640 a month.
Work will include repairing guardrails, cleaning drainage lines, removing burned debris, restoring damaged signs, installing netting on burned hillsides and silt fences along the lower end of burned slopes.
A visible act of generosity to victims of the Woolsey Fire. Hundreds turned out at a charity concert to open their hearts and their checkbooks.
Work to stabilize hillsides and repair infrastructure damaged in the Woolsey Fire will prompt the closure, beginning Monday, of segments along a 20-mile stretch of Pacific Coast Highway in the Malibu area, Caltrans announced Friday.
Federal authorities say the recent Camp and Woolsey fires have produced emissions equivalent to roughly 5.5 million tons of carbon dioxide.
Mandatory evacuation orders were issued Thursday for Trabuco Creek in the Holy Fire burn area.
The first major storm to hit Southern California this rainy season prompted flash flood warnings and mandatory evacuations throughout the Holy Fire burn area.
Residents forced to flee their homes during the Woolsey Fire were advised to prepare for the possibility they would have to evacuate again due to mudslides and flooding.
With more rain expected this week, Malibu residents still reeling from the devastating Woolsey Fire are once again dealing with the threat of mudslides.
Some Malibu residents still remained evacuated Saturday, days after the Woolsey Fire was full contained, because utility crews were working to repair and replace burned and downed power poles.
People have been leaving apples, corn, carrots and hay for wildlife in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Tickets ranged from a $750 blanket bundle to a $25,000 Airstream to a $30,000 Hideout that promised a premium view of the corral and stage. All tickets, however, are sold out.
People who lost their homes in the fires and first responders who helped to save lives were honored Thursday with a special Thanksgiving dinner.
About 4,000 people remained evacuated in Malibu and nearby unincorporated areas.
LA County Fire reported Wednesday evening that the Woolsey Fire was 100 percent contained.
The best chance for rain is late Wednesday night into early Thursday morning.
The rainfall, expected Wednesday into Thursday, could bring rock and debris flows caused by the loosened soil and debris.
A Thousand Oaks family returned home after having been evacuated to find the suspect running out of the house barefoot, carrying several pieces of clothing.
After making a water drop and low on fuel, Air Operations pilots David Nordquist and Joel Smith got a call to rescue people trapped on the peak, in the middle of the Santa Monica Mountains and the Woolsey Fire burn area.
The Los Angeles Rams used their tilt with the Kansas City Chiefs Monday night to honor first responders and victims of both incidents.
Hundreds of workers will be repairing damaged equipment and transmission lines.
Forecasters are warning of the threat of mudslides and rockslides in the areas affected by both the Woolsey and Hill fires this week.
President Donald Trump has received some backlash on social media after inadvertently referring to the northern California community of Paradise as Pleasure.
Police said that the suspect is known to approach females in the Sun Valley area "with the intent to engage in a romantic relationship." He was arrested in May and detectives are seeking potential additional victims.
Tyler Callihan hit the first two home runs of his career as the Pirates rallied past the Dodgers 9-8 on Wednesday night.
Police said that the man was fatally shot during a child custody exchange in the parking lot of the Home Depot on Badillo Street.
Jonathan Rinderknecht, who lived in the Pacific Palisades in the past, pleaded not guilty in Oct. 2025 to arson-related charges.
Two people were killed, including a 9-year-old boy, during a three-car crash in Riverside County on Tuesday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, will advance to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, CBS News projects.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
Police said that the suspect is known to approach females in the Sun Valley area "with the intent to engage in a romantic relationship." He was arrested in May and detectives are seeking potential additional victims.
Police said that the man was fatally shot during a child custody exchange in the parking lot of the Home Depot on Badillo Street.
Jonathan Rinderknecht, who lived in the Pacific Palisades in the past, pleaded not guilty in Oct. 2025 to arson-related charges.
Police said that the suspect is known to approach females in the Sun Valley area "with the intent to engage in a romantic relationship." He was arrested in May and detectives are seeking potential additional victims.
Police said that the man was fatally shot during a child custody exchange in the parking lot of the Home Depot on Badillo Street.
Jonathan Rinderknecht, who lived in the Pacific Palisades in the past, pleaded not guilty in Oct. 2025 to arson-related charges.
The Los Angeles City Council approved a $500,000 contract with private attorneys defending the city against former Fire Chief Kristin Crowley's lawsuit, which alleges a "campaign of retaliation" against her following the Palisades Fire in 2025.
Following a yearlong investigation, Freddy Cisneros of Fontana was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly having sex with a minor under the age of sixteen.
The November Fire has forced some evacuation orders and warnings for people in San Diego County.
Hundreds of Orange County residents gathered in Garden Grove on Tuesday night to demand answers from GKN Aerospace leadership during a special city council meeting.
The Orange County District Attorney's Office said officers found her in a running shower with her toddler's body.
Police arrested the 28-year-old man after he crashed and attempted to hide in thick brush near Hayes Avenue and De Luz Road in Murrieta.
One person was taken into custody for the stabbing, which deputies said may be gang-related.
Two people were killed, including a 9-year-old boy, during a three-car crash in Riverside County on Tuesday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The November Fire has forced some evacuation orders and warnings for people in San Diego County.
Following a yearlong investigation, Freddy Cisneros of Fontana was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly having sex with a minor under the age of sixteen.
Team Rubicon volunteers are set to remove dozens of dead trees and vegetation to help mitigate wildfire risk on Big Bear as part of a nearly four-year plan to remove what was left behind by the 2022 Radford Fire and the 2024 Line Fire.
Hermosa Beach police arrested a suspect who allegedly broke into a home while the residents, including two small children, were still inside early Monday morning.
The U.S. being a host country for the World Cup generates interest among fans, but less so among those who are not soccer fans.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Nick Reiner is accused of stabbing his parents Rob and Michele Singer Reiner to death at their home in December.
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, will advance to November's general election in the race to become California's next governor, CBS News projects.
Donald Trump was booed loudly by fans inside Madison Square Garden when he was shown on video screens during the national anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
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.
Tyler Callihan hit the first two home runs of his career as the Pirates rallied past the Dodgers 9-8 on Wednesday night.
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was robbed of a home run after an incredible catch by Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds.
Wade Meckler and Jo Adell keyed a five-run second inning with two-run doubles, and Walbert Ureña navigated heavy traffic through five shutout innings to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 10-1 victory over the Houston Astros.
The Dodgers quickly pulled away once Pirates ace Paul Skenes exited in a 12-3 win on Tuesday night.
Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jack Kochanowicz needs Tommy John surgery, the team said Tuesday, and the 25-yeaer-old right-hander is expected to be sidelined through the 2027 season.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
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.
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Jonathan Rinderknecht is on trial for allegedly staring the Lachman Fire, which smoldered and rekindled six days later into the deadly Palisades Fire.
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Joy Benedict speaks with CBS News National Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti, whose new book "Torched" recaps his one-year investigation into the devastating Palisades Fire and how further disasters can be prevented.
A federal search warrant was served at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove on Wednesday, weeks after a chemical crisis left 50,000 Orange County residents under mandatory evacuation orders in April. Zach Boetto reports.
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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.
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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.
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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.
