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UConn eliminates UCLA as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title
Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd didn't even need much help from superstar Paige Bueckers to propel UConn into the national title game, leading the Huskies to a remarkably easy 85-51 victory over UCLA in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament.
NOAA heads to Long Beach to help whale out of Rainbow Harbor
NOAA headed to Long Beach to help a wayward whale swim out of Rainbow Harbor.
Luzardo strikes out 8 as Phillies end Dodgers perfect start with 3-2 win
Luzardo followed up his sensational Phillies' debut in Philadelphia's 3-2 win over Los Angeles on Friday night that ended the Dodgers' undefeated start.
LA Homeless Services CEO resigns after county pulls funding
The Board of Supervisors pulled hundreds of millions of dollars from LAHSA after a scathing audit found the homeless services agency couldn't account for the money.
Fontana man accused of killing his son-in-law pleads not guilty
The 83-year-old Fontana man who allegedly killed his son-in-law earlier this week was previously convicted of shooting his stepdaughter's boyfriend to death in 1996.
5 SoCal chefs and restaurants make 2025 James Beard Awards finalists
Best Chef: California nominations included Jon Yao, of Kato Los Angeles and Daniel Castillo of Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano.
Disneyland fire in parking structure extinguished, officials say
Fire officials said a fire involving a Toyota Rav4 inside the Pixar Pals Parking Structure spread to two other cars around 9:47 a.m.
KCAL News Meteorologist studies climate change in the Arctic
KCAL News' Meteorologist Marina Jurica took a trip to Norway to study climate change in the Arctic Circle.
UCLA and UConn face off in Final Four game of 2025 March Madness Tournament
The UCLA Bruins will face the UConn Huskies Friday night in the Final Four game of the 2025 March Madness Tournament.
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California wants fewer homeowners insured on the FAIR Plan. Data show the state's strategy may not be enough.
As more people in California lose private insurance, the state's FAIR plan is filling up with homes in places the industry itself has classified as low-risk for wildfire.
CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
The public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials. Should that be legal? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix it following a CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive CONTINUING COVERAGE: Investigating California's Insurance Crisis
California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
Once thought of as a small, rarely-used backstop, the FAIR Plan is now one of the largest insurers in the state, and people without FAIR Plan insurance are the ones on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt. Yet the FAIR Plan is still cloaked in secrecy.
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Mayor Bass believes LA is safer in wake of KCAL investigation and hydrant repairs
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
Hollywood Hills neighbors raise concerns about homeless encampment fires
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years. Ross Palombo reports.
KCAL Investigation Exposes Broken Hydrants, LADWP Begins Fixes
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
Southern California lawmaker calls for state audit after LAUSD lawsuit
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
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Southern California residents react to Trump's tariffs
Nicole Comstock interviews some residents in Riverside County to see how the new tariffs are affecting them.
Head of LA homeless services resigns after county cuts funding
The head of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum, resigned on Friday after the Board of Supervisors pulled hundreds of millions of dollars of funding. Tom Wait reports.
Ventura County deputy helps unhoused family find a new home
A Ventura family of seven that spent months living in tents and hotels has a new place to call home after a deputy stepped up to help. Alys Martinez reports.
Newport Beach installs AEDs at local parks to help save lives
An automated external defibrillators restores a regular heart rhythm. Rina Nakano shares why Newport Beach decided to place the devices at high-use parks around the city.
NOAA tries to help minke whale swim out of Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach
The minke whale has been swimming around Long Beach's Rainbow Harbor for the past few days. Jeff Nguyen reports.
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UConn eliminates UCLA as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title
Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd didn't even need much help from superstar Paige Bueckers to propel UConn into the national title game, leading the Huskies to a remarkably easy 85-51 victory over UCLA in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament.
Luzardo strikes out 8 as Phillies end Dodgers perfect start with 3-2 win
Luzardo followed up his sensational Phillies' debut in Philadelphia's 3-2 win over Los Angeles on Friday night that ended the Dodgers' undefeated start.
Warriors beat Lakers 123-116 in a potential first-round playoff preview
Stephen Curry scored 37 points, Brandin Podziemski added 28 and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 123-116 for their fourth win in a row in a potential first-round playoff preview.
Nathan Ordaz scores, LAFC blanks Leo Messi and Inter Miami 1-0 in 1st leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup
Los Angeles FC kept Lionel Messi off the scoresheet in a 1-0 victory over Inter Miami in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matchup.
Leonard scores 28 points to lead the Clippers past the Pelicans 114-98
Kawhi Leonard scored 28 points and James Harden had 21 points and 10 assists to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 114-98 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Ohtani slugs walk-off homer on his bobblehead night, Dodgers stun winless Braves 6-5
Shohei Ohtani hit a tiebreaking home run in the ninth inning on his bobblehead night, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers over the winless Atlanta Braves 6-5.
Chargers sign former Australian rugby star Jordan Petaia
The Los Angeles Chargers have signed former Australian rugby star Jordan Petaia as part of the NFL's International Player Pathway program.
A's trade 2023 AL steals leader Esteury Ruiz to Dodgers for minor league pitcher
The Athletics traded talented base-stealer and outfielder Esteury Ruiz to the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league right-hander Carlos Duran.
Iván Herrera hits 3 home runs to help Cardinals beat Angels 12-5
Iván Herrera hit three home runs to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Los Angeles Angels 12-5.
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UConn eliminates UCLA as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title
Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd didn't even need much help from superstar Paige Bueckers to propel UConn into the national title game, leading the Huskies to a remarkably easy 85-51 victory over UCLA in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament.
NOAA heads to Long Beach to help whale out of Rainbow Harbor
NOAA headed to Long Beach to help a wayward whale swim out of Rainbow Harbor.
Luzardo strikes out 8 as Phillies end Dodgers perfect start with 3-2 win
Luzardo followed up his sensational Phillies' debut in Philadelphia's 3-2 win over Los Angeles on Friday night that ended the Dodgers' undefeated start.
LA Homeless Services CEO resigns after county pulls funding
The Board of Supervisors pulled hundreds of millions of dollars from LAHSA after a scathing audit found the homeless services agency couldn't account for the money.
Fontana man accused of killing his son-in-law pleads not guilty
The 83-year-old Fontana man who allegedly killed his son-in-law earlier this week was previously convicted of shooting his stepdaughter's boyfriend to death in 1996.
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NOAA heads to Long Beach to help whale out of Rainbow Harbor
NOAA headed to Long Beach to help a wayward whale swim out of Rainbow Harbor.
LA Homeless Services CEO resigns after county pulls funding
The Board of Supervisors pulled hundreds of millions of dollars from LAHSA after a scathing audit found the homeless services agency couldn't account for the money.
Fontana man accused of killing his son-in-law pleads not guilty
The 83-year-old Fontana man who allegedly killed his son-in-law earlier this week was previously convicted of shooting his stepdaughter's boyfriend to death in 1996.
5 SoCal chefs and restaurants make 2025 James Beard Awards finalists
Best Chef: California nominations included Jon Yao, of Kato Los Angeles and Daniel Castillo of Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano.
Disneyland fire in parking structure extinguished, officials say
Fire officials said a fire involving a Toyota Rav4 inside the Pixar Pals Parking Structure spread to two other cars around 9:47 a.m.
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5 SoCal chefs and restaurants make 2025 James Beard Awards finalists
Best Chef: California nominations included Jon Yao, of Kato Los Angeles and Daniel Castillo of Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano.
Driver surrenders after leading police on multi-county pursuit
Police say the driver was wanted for failure to yield.
2 teenagers riding scooter hospitalized after crash in Orange
Police say that the scooter riders were heading in the wrong direction on Hewes Street when they collided head-on with a Tesla.
Six of the ten U.S. cities with the worst air pollution are in Southern California, report says
A new report shows that some of the nation's most polluted cities are in Southern California, four of which call the Inland Empire home.
Jackpot-winning Powerball ticket worth $515 million sold in Anaheim
The ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven store at 763 N. Euclid Street, according to the California Lottery.
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12,000 Riverside County students automatically accepted to Cal State Universities
With college acceptance letters coming soon, thousands of Riverside County students won't have to worry about getting into the California State University system, thanks to a new direct admission program.
San Bernardino County brothers arrested for shooting that left two teenagers wounded
Both brothers were arrested earlier this week and remain behind bars on $1 million bail.
Riverside County man sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for fentanyl overdose death
The Lake Elsinore man was sentenced to 13 years in a federal prison for distributing fentanyl that led to the death of an unidentified victim in Idaho in 2023.
Assemblyman Bill Essayli sworn in as U.S. Attorney for California's Central District
Riverside County Assemblyman Bill Essayli has accepted an appointment to be the United States Attorney for California's Central District.
Lake Elsinore man arrested for 2007 shooting that killed 15-year-old boy in Moreno Valley
Authorities have made an arrest in a nearly 20-year-old cold case in the Inland Empire.
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Lawmaker calls for state audit of LAUSD after fraud lawsuit from former superintendent
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
Southern California lawmaker calls for state audit after LAUSD lawsuit
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
Mayor Bass believes LA is safer in wake of KCAL investigation and hydrant repairs
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
KCAL Uncovers Records Showing Dangerous Spike in Homeless Fires
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
KCAL Investigation Exposes Broken Hydrants, LADWP Begins Fixes
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
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UConn eliminates UCLA as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title
Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd didn't even need much help from superstar Paige Bueckers to propel UConn into the national title game, leading the Huskies to a remarkably easy 85-51 victory over UCLA in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament.
Space tourists complete first-ever flight around Earth's poles
SpaceX's third all-civilian privately chartered flight was the first to carry a crew into polar orbit.
Chicago icon Portillo's brings "Hot Dog High Tea" to New York, LA
Chicago's famed Portillo's is bringing "Hot Dog High Tea" to New York City and Los Angeles.
Stock market rout deepens as Dow plunges more than 2,200 points
Stocks continued to tumble in the U.S. Friday as financial markets suffered their biggest two-day drop since 2020.
Warriors beat Lakers 123-116 in a potential first-round playoff preview
Stephen Curry scored 37 points, Brandin Podziemski added 28 and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 123-116 for their fourth win in a row in a potential first-round playoff preview.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he'll "fight back" against Trump tariffs, seek exemptions from trade partners
California Gov. Gavin Newsom sent a message directed at world leaders on Friday in an attempt to blunt the retaliatory tariffs expected after the Trump administration's "Liberation Day" plans.
Elon Musk will remain adviser to Trump even after DOGE work concludes, Vance says
On Air Force One on Thursday, President Trump said Elon Musk can stay "as long as he'd like," but he added there will be a point when "Elon's gotta have to leave."
Man accused of trying to kill Kavanaugh intends to plead guilty, court docs show
Nicholas Roske was found outside Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home with a gun and a knife in 2022.
Xavier Becerra announces run for California governor: "The California Dream is slipping away"
Another prominent Democrat has thrown his name into the 2026 race to succeed Gavin Newsom as California's governor.
Trump announces new tariffs amid fears of higher prices
President Trump announced the U.S. will impose a minimum baseline of 10% tariffs on goods imported from all foreign countries, along with further "reciprocal tariffs."
Consumer News
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Proposal seeks to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts in California
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
California driver's licenses / ID cards become available on Apple Wallet
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
Food4Less workers overwhelmingly authorize strike after week of voting
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
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Michigan resident dies after getting rabies from transplanted organ
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
Pope Francis has calm night after breathing crisis caused recovery setback
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
Trump bars federal funding for schools with COVID vaccine mandates
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
U.S. records most whooping cough deaths since 2017
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
Flu levels now highest since 2009 pandemic, CDC reports
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
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Paris Hilton's nonprofit gives $25,000 grants to women-owned small businesses hit by the Eaton Fire
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales, followed by 6 other Dodgers players in the top 20
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
Proposal seeks to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts in California
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Joann to close about 500 fabric stores nationwide. Here's where.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
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UConn eliminates UCLA as Bueckers moves 1 win from elusive title
Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd didn't even need much help from superstar Paige Bueckers to propel UConn into the national title game, leading the Huskies to a remarkably easy 85-51 victory over UCLA in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament.
Luzardo strikes out 8 as Phillies end Dodgers perfect start with 3-2 win
Luzardo followed up his sensational Phillies' debut in Philadelphia's 3-2 win over Los Angeles on Friday night that ended the Dodgers' undefeated start.
Warriors beat Lakers 123-116 in a potential first-round playoff preview
Stephen Curry scored 37 points, Brandin Podziemski added 28 and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 123-116 for their fourth win in a row in a potential first-round playoff preview.
Nathan Ordaz scores, LAFC blanks Leo Messi and Inter Miami 1-0 in 1st leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup
Los Angeles FC kept Lionel Messi off the scoresheet in a 1-0 victory over Inter Miami in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matchup.
Leonard scores 28 points to lead the Clippers past the Pelicans 114-98
Kawhi Leonard scored 28 points and James Harden had 21 points and 10 assists to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 114-98 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Val Kilmer, actor known for "The Doors" and "Tombstone," dies at 65
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
First responders honored with free concert at Hollywood Bowl
First responders and victims of the Los Angeles wildfires were treated to a free experience at the Hollywood Bowl on Tuesday evening, including performances by Christina Aguilera and the LA Philharmonic.
Kim Delaney, "NYPD Blue" actress, will not face charges after arrest, DA says
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.
Kim Delaney, actress known for "NYPD Blue," arrested in domestic dispute
She was arrested on Saturday at a home in Marina Del Rey for assault with a deadly weapon, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
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Southern California residents react to Trump's tariffs
Nicole Comstock interviews some residents in Riverside County to see how the new tariffs are affecting them.
Head of LA homeless services resigns after county cuts funding
The head of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum, resigned on Friday after the Board of Supervisors pulled hundreds of millions of dollars of funding. Tom Wait reports.
Ventura County deputy helps unhoused family find a new home
A Ventura family of seven that spent months living in tents and hotels has a new place to call home after a deputy stepped up to help. Alys Martinez reports.
Newport Beach installs AEDs at local parks to help save lives
An automated external defibrillators restores a regular heart rhythm. Rina Nakano shares why Newport Beach decided to place the devices at high-use parks around the city.
NOAA tries to help minke whale swim out of Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach
The minke whale has been swimming around Long Beach's Rainbow Harbor for the past few days. Jeff Nguyen reports.
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Franklin Fire engulfs Malibu Canyon, causes smoke clouds through region
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.
Mountain Fire explodes in Ventura County amid strong Santa Ana winds
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.
Remembering Chauncy Glover
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
LA Dodgers World Series Celebration
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers: 2024 World Series in Pictures
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
