Late summer heat wave expected to arrive Wednesday
A KCAL News Next Weather Alert has been declared for much of Southern California because of a late-summer heat wave. It will go into effect on Wednesday and last through Saturday.
Man charged with the murder of 5-year-old found in Panorama City dumpster pleads not guilty
The boy's body was found in the early morning on July 12 in a parking lot dumpster near the 8200 block of Van Nuys Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Hollywood's "Ketamine Queen" agrees to plead guilty to federal drug charges linked to Matthew Perry's death
Jasveen Sangha, 42, agreed to plead guilty to one count of maintaining a drug-involved premises, three counts of distribution of ketamine, and one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death or serious bodily injury.
Huntington Beach police investigate shooting, leaving 1 person injured
The shooting was reported at Skylab Road and Springdale Street around 7:15 a.m. Aerial footage showed investigators responding to an outdoor area of a California Closets building.
Vigil held for man who died fleeing an immigration operation at Monrovia Home Depot
The National Day Laborer Organizing Network is hosting Friday's 6 p.m. event at 1625 Mountain Avenue in memory of the man who died.
Tuberculosis case reported at Ventura County elementary school, health officials testing students
Health officials said they received the positive test result on August 11, on the first day of school for McKevett Elementary Academy of Visual and Performing Arts.
A 3.6-magnitude earthquake strikes near Idyllwild
A 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Idyllwild at 9:43 a.m. on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey
LA 2028 Olympic organizers offer venue naming rights to bring in revenue
LA28 Organizers said it's the first time in Olympic and Paralympic Games that such a bid has been undertaken, and it's part of the committee's mission to keep the Games fully privately funded with no new builds.
4 men arrested for Anaheim bar security guard shooting death
On Aug. 13, investigators arrested David Anthony Ortega, 44, Rene Jose Juarez Jr., 37, Max Maestas, 54 and Robert Allen Duncan, 43, for the murder of Ramierez.
LAUSD students are back to school Thursday as district focuses on immigration enforcement concerns
Outside Hollywood High School, a group of teachers gathered to welcome students, holding signs reading "Immigrants are Welcome Here" and "Hollywood Stands With Immigrants."
Southern California man accused of stealing skin grafts from local hospitals
Over three separate incidents in June and July, Jason Brauner allegedly stole more than $100,000 worth of surgical equipment and skin grafts, wearing blue scrubs and a surgical mask to blend in with hospital personnel.
Huntington Beach Police Department set to launch drone program
The program comes with an annual $120,000 budget, and so far, the department has three drones placed on rooftops, ready to launch at various locations throughout the city.
Washington state murder suspect arrested in Southern California by LAPD officers
The LAPD has confirmed 51-year-old Alexander Lee Rogers of Longview, Washington, is in custody.
Hollywood fatal hit-and-run suspect makes first court appearance, ordered by judge not to drive
The husband and the father of 37-year-old Erika "Tilly" Edwards were at the downtown Los Angeles courthouse on Tuesday, seeking justice for Tilly.
LAUSD superintendent assures student safety as community immigration enforcement fears continue
On Thursday, when 540,000 students are set to be back in class, and with over 1,000 buses rolling out, Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho said he did not want any student to stay home out of fear.