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Teen in critical condition after Lynwood shooting
No information regarding a potential suspect was available as of Wednesday morning
Intruder in Simi Valley fatally shot by homeowner during break-in
An intruder in Simi Valley is dead after being shot by a homeowner during a break-in.
L.A. County neighborhood protests after immigration agents arrest young man
Adrien Andrew Martinez's mother confirmed that her son is a U.S. citizen. A video shows agents arresting him while working at a Pico Rivera Walmart.
Narcotics suspect surrenders after lengthy pursuit from San Bernardino to Santa Clarita Valley
The chase began in San Bernardino County and lasted until the suspect surrendered as he was driving through the Newhall Pass.
Next Coffee With KCAL event will be in Santa Ana
The Coffee With KCAL initiative is calling Santa Ana residents to its next event.
Waymo expands service area in Los Angeles County
Waymo, the self-driving car company, will expand its service area to LA County neighborhoods, including Inglewood and Silverlake.
Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup Champions with 5-1 Game 6 win over Oilers
More rats were part of the victory celebration when the clock hit zero. Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.
Los Angeles police searching for suspect wanted in two motorcycle thefts
Police say that on May 12 and May 18 the man is believed to have taken motorcycles from two different apartment complexes.
Man arrested for attempted sexual assault of 84-year-old woman in Santa Monica alleyway
Police say that the man grabbed the woman from behind and dragged her into an alleyway at around 9:30 p.m. on June 5.
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California launches investigation into State Farm's handling of claims following LA fires
In an exclusive interview with CBS News California Investigates, the California Insurance Commissioner announced a formal Market Conduct Examination of State Farm.
California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors dies without vote | "Sephora kids" investigation
CBS News California's Julie Watts and her daughter's fifth-grade class go undercover shopping and head to the State Capitol to investigate how the skincare industry makes billions by selling potentially harmful products to tweens.
Skincare industry profits from marketing products tweens shouldn't use
A CBS News Confirmed analysis of a dozen skincare influencers' accounts found that many featured ingredients not suitable for kids and were undisclosed brand partnerships or sponsored posts.
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Troubling on-campus incident sparks concerns over LAUSD's move to defund police department | KCAL Investigates
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
LA city official vows to take action after KCAL News investigation into brush clearance after Palisa
KCAL News Investigates gets answers after senior reporter Ross Palombo uncovers serious concerns regarding brush clearance in the wake of the Palisades Fire.
KCAL News investigation uncovers brush issues in wake of Palisades Fire
A KCAL News Investigation has discovered dozens of parcels of lands in the Palisades Fire zone that presented fire danger due to overgrown brush, a problem that firefighters had been trying to fix for years.
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.
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LA Board of Supervisors approves home rebuilding permit fee relief for wildfire survivors
LA County Board of Supervisors Chair, Kathryn Barger, discusses newly approved home rebuilding fee relief for wildfire survivors.
Boyle Heights hospital pharmacy burglarized for medication
The pharmacy at White Memorial Hospital was targeted by burglars, and police continue to search for the suspects.
Political expert discusses the Israel-Iran conflict as it intensifies
Nicholas Grossman, University of Illinois political science professor, discusses the latest in the Israel-Iran conflict.
Teen boy shot in Lynwood
A teenager is in critical condition after he was shot early Wednesday morning in Lynwood. Mark Liu reports.
Amber Lee’s 5 a.m. forecast | NEXT Weather
The rest of the week will remain warm with temperatures climbing into the 80s and 90s in some areas of Southern California. The fire few days of summer over the weekend will be cooler.
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Will Smith's tiebreaking homer lifts Dodgers over rival Padres 8-6 in heated game
Will Smith hit a tiebreaking two-run homer to cap a 12-pitch at-bat in the sixth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the rival San Diego Padres 8-6 in a heated game Tuesday night.
Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup Champions with 5-1 Game 6 win over Oilers
More rats were part of the victory celebration when the clock hit zero. Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.
Yankees fall to Angels, shut out for third straight game
Kyle Hendricks and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the Angels beat the Yankees 4-0 on Tuesday night, handing them their third straight shutout loss.
Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter reports to federal prison in Pennsylvania
The former Japanese interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has surrendered to a federal prison in Pennsylvania.
Ohtani makes pitching debut for Dodgers in 6-3 win over Padres
Shohei Ohtani gave up an early run in his pitching debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but quickly made up for it at the plate with two clutch hits and a pair of RBIs in a 6-3 victory over the San Diego Padres.
Schanuel's 11th-inning double lifts Angels over Yankees 1-0
Nolan Schanuel hit a run-scoring double in the 11th inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the New York Yankees 1-0 in the Bronx.
Neto, Fernández each score to lead Chelsea over LAFC 2-0 in Club World Cup
Pedro Neto scored in the first half and Enzo Fernández in the 79th minute to give Chelsea a 2-0 win over Los Angeles FC in Group D's Club World Cup opener.
Shohei Ohtani will pitch on Monday night against Padres, Dodgers say
Shohei Ohtani is going to be the starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night against San Diego, 21 months after the two-way star had elbow surgery.
Lynx return to winning ways with 101-78 win over Sparks
Napheesa Collier scored 26 of her 32 points in the first half and Courtney Williams scored 17 points and the Minnesota Lynx returned to their winning ways by beating the Los Angeles Sparks 101-78.
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Teen in critical condition after Lynwood shooting
No information regarding a potential suspect was available as of Wednesday morning
Intruder in Simi Valley fatally shot by homeowner during break-in
An intruder in Simi Valley is dead after being shot by a homeowner during a break-in.
L.A. County neighborhood protests after immigration agents arrest young man
Adrien Andrew Martinez's mother confirmed that her son is a U.S. citizen. A video shows agents arresting him while working at a Pico Rivera Walmart.
Narcotics suspect surrenders after lengthy pursuit from San Bernardino to Santa Clarita Valley
The chase began in San Bernardino County and lasted until the suspect surrendered as he was driving through the Newhall Pass.
Next Coffee With KCAL event will be in Santa Ana
The Coffee With KCAL initiative is calling Santa Ana residents to its next event.
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Next Coffee With KCAL event will be in Santa Ana
The Coffee With KCAL initiative is calling Santa Ana residents to its next event.
Intruder in Simi Valley fatally shot by homeowner during break-in
An intruder in Simi Valley is dead after being shot by a homeowner during a break-in.
L.A. County neighborhood protests after immigration agents arrest young man
Adrien Andrew Martinez's mother confirmed that her son is a U.S. citizen. A video shows agents arresting him while working at a Pico Rivera Walmart.
Narcotics suspect surrenders after lengthy pursuit from San Bernardino to Santa Clarita Valley
The chase began in San Bernardino County and lasted until the suspect surrendered as he was driving through the Newhall Pass.
Waymo expands service area in Los Angeles County
Waymo, the self-driving car company, will expand its service area to LA County neighborhoods, including Inglewood and Silverlake.
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Orange County group helping immigrant families track down loved ones after ICE raids
A grassroots group in Orange County is helping family members track down their loved ones after they are detained during immigration operations.
Voters reject Huntington Beach's library review board in special election
Huntington Beach voters approved Measure A, eliminating the city's controversial library review board.
Former Orange County prosecutor awarded $3 million in harassment lawsuit against DA Todd Spitzer
A former Orange County Assistant District Attorney was awarded $3 million by a San Diego jury this week after they found that she was forced to retire as a result of harassment from District Attorney Todd Spitzer and his assistant Shawn Nelson.
Thousands of Orange County residents impacted by power outage caused by mylar balloon
Thousands of Orange County residents were impacted by an overnight power outage on Thursday, which officials believe was caused when a mylar balloon came in contact with a power line.
Huntington Beach to hold special election over library review board
Huntington Beach voters will decide the fate of a controversial library review board in next week's special election.
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Man arrested for crashing into Riverside protester
Police have arrested the driver who allegedly crashed into a woman during a protest in downtown Riverside over the weekend.
Officials say 71/91 Freeway interchange project in Corona will be completed this summer
After nearly two years of construction, the 71/91 Interchange Project will finally be completed this summer, according to the Riverside County Transportation Commission.
Riverside police search for driver who crashed into protester
A woman sustained serious injuries after an SUV sped past protesters in Riverside Saturday night.
Apple Valley residents issued evacuation orders for Ranch Fire
The Ranch Fire started near Bowen Ranch Road in Apple Valley at roughly 1:45 p.m.
Woman sentenced to over six years in prison for Corona blaze that destroyed strip mall
The fire happened on Aug. 11 2024 at a strip mall in the 1500 block of Rimpau Avenue, firefighters said.
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Troubling on-campus incident sparks concerns over LAUSD's move to defund police department
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Troubling on-campus incident sparks concerns over LAUSD's move to defund police department
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
Troubling on-campus incident sparks concerns over LAUSD's move to defund police department | KCAL Investigates
Years after the Los Angeles Unified School District defunded its police department, a troubling event has once again sparked concerns that campuses are not as safe as they should be for students and their families.
LA city official vows to take action after KCAL News investigation into brush clearance after Palisades
KCAL News Investigates gets answers after senior reporter Ross Palombo uncovers serious concerns regarding brush clearance in the wake of the Palisades Fire.
LA councilwoman vows to get more funds for brush clearance after Palisades Fire
Councilwoman Traci Park vowed to get more resources for LAFD's brush clearance unit. Ross Palombo reports.
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2,000 more National Guard troops being sent to Los Angeles, Pentagon says
The 2,000 troops will join about 2,100 National Guard soldiers and 700 Marines who are already deployed in L.A.
Trump to extend TikTok deadline another 90 days, White House says
The Trump administration has ignored a bipartisan law that requires TikTok and ByteDance to fully sever ties.
Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter reports to federal prison in Pennsylvania
The former Japanese interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has surrendered to a federal prison in Pennsylvania.
U.S. appeals court weighs Trump's deployment of National Guard in L.A.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit heard arguments on whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
State Department elevates travel advisory for Israel to "do not travel"
The State Department raised its travel advisory for Israel to Level 4, the highest level, amid airstrikes from Iran.
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2,000 more National Guard troops being sent to Los Angeles, Pentagon says
The 2,000 troops will join about 2,100 National Guard soldiers and 700 Marines who are already deployed in L.A.
Trump to extend TikTok deadline another 90 days, White House says
The Trump administration has ignored a bipartisan law that requires TikTok and ByteDance to fully sever ties.
U.S. appeals court weighs Trump's deployment of National Guard in L.A.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit heard arguments on whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California "No Secret Police Act" introduced, would ban police from covering their faces
Two California lawmakers introduced a measure Monday that would ban law enforcement at all levels from covering their faces amid concerns about increased immigration enforcement by the federal government.
State Department elevates travel advisory for Israel to "do not travel"
The State Department raised its travel advisory for Israel to Level 4, the highest level, amid airstrikes from Iran.
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California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
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.
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RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Health expert calls Trump's medical research cuts "reckless destruction"
Dr. Timothy Johnson says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Institutes of Health, the Trump administration risks destroying America's medical research infrastructure and prompting a "brain drain" of scientists to other countries.
LA County Public Health introduces Community Health Stations with free medical supplies
Some of the free supplies being provided include at-home COVID-19 test kits, condoms, fentanyl test strips and naloxone.
LA County resident tests positive for measles after Texas trip
A Los Angeles County resident tested positive for measles after traveling to Texas, according to the Department of Public Health.
California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
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California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing immigrant health care coverage expansion
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California will sue to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs: "No other state will be more impacted"
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
State seems receptive to State Farm's emergency rate hike request
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
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Will Smith's tiebreaking homer lifts Dodgers over rival Padres 8-6 in heated game
Will Smith hit a tiebreaking two-run homer to cap a 12-pitch at-bat in the sixth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the rival San Diego Padres 8-6 in a heated game Tuesday night.
Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup Champions with 5-1 Game 6 win over Oilers
More rats were part of the victory celebration when the clock hit zero. Panthers players mobbed in the corner, while the Oilers watched in dismay.
Yankees fall to Angels, shut out for third straight game
Kyle Hendricks and three relievers combined on a four-hitter as the Angels beat the Yankees 4-0 on Tuesday night, handing them their third straight shutout loss.
Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter reports to federal prison in Pennsylvania
The former Japanese interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has surrendered to a federal prison in Pennsylvania.
Ohtani makes pitching debut for Dodgers in 6-3 win over Padres
Shohei Ohtani gave up an early run in his pitching debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but quickly made up for it at the plate with two clutch hits and a pair of RBIs in a 6-3 victory over the San Diego Padres.
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Doctor charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine will plead guilty
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the month leading up to the "Friends" star's overdose death, will plead guilty, according to an agreement.
Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys visionary leader, dies at age 82
Brian Wilson was one of the world's most influential recording artists.
Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
Who won Tony Awards for 2025? See the full winners list here
"Maybe Happy Ending" won big at the 2025 Tony Awards, taking home six awards, including the coveted Best Musical.
Jonathan Joss, "King of the Hill" voice actor, killed in San Antonio, police say
Jonathan Joss was known for lending his voice to the role of John Redcorn in the animated sitcom "King of the Hill."
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LA Board of Supervisors approves home rebuilding permit fee relief for wildfire survivors
LA County Board of Supervisors Chair, Kathryn Barger, discusses newly approved home rebuilding fee relief for wildfire survivors.
Boyle Heights hospital pharmacy burglarized for medication
The pharmacy at White Memorial Hospital was targeted by burglars, and police continue to search for the suspects.
Political expert discusses the Israel-Iran conflict as it intensifies
Nicholas Grossman, University of Illinois political science professor, discusses the latest in the Israel-Iran conflict.
Teen boy shot in Lynwood
A teenager is in critical condition after he was shot early Wednesday morning in Lynwood. Mark Liu reports.
Amber Lee’s 5 a.m. forecast | NEXT Weather
The rest of the week will remain warm with temperatures climbing into the 80s and 90s in some areas of Southern California. The fire few days of summer over the weekend will be cooler.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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.
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.
