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Suspect accused of killing Baldwin Park officer identified
22-year-old Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen was arrested on suspicion of two counts of murder
Big Bear eaglet takes flight from nest
Sunny, one of the Big Bear eaglets in California, left the nest at about 10:46 a.m. on Monday.
Longtime West Hollywood Chinese restaurant to close its doors after 45 years
Chin Chin in West Hollywood is shutting down near the end of July
Mercury Insurance CEO plans to continue doing business in Southern California following devasting wildfires
Mercury Insurance CEO Gabriel Tirador said following the devastating wildfires in Southern California, he still plans to continue doing business in the region.
After Boulder attack, Los Angeles mayor calls emergency meeting to discuss police patrols at houses of worship
The mayor said the meeting will take place immediately after the Jewish holiday of Shavuot
Eaton Fire survivor support location opens in Altadena
A temporary Eaton Fire survivor support location will open in Altadena to offer in-person recovery services.
Machete-wielding man kills one, wounds another in downtown Los Angeles, police say
The two attacks happened shortly after midnight in downtown Los Angeles, police said.
Investigation underway after shooting near Newport Beach pier leaves one wounded
The shooting happened on 20th Street near the Newport Beach Pier, according to police.
Authorities searching for missing kayaker on Castaic Lake
A man and woman flipped their kayaks on Castaic Lake on Sunday afternoon. Crews rescued the woman but have not yet found the man.
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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.
FAIR Plan Fix: What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California's insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it's taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
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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.
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.
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Actor Steven Krueger talks about filming Showtime’s popular show “Yellowjackets”
Showtime’s popular series “Yellowjackets” just finished its record-breaking third season. Actor Steven Krueger talks about filming difficult scenes and getting into his character.
Sunny takes flight! California bald eagle leaves the nest for the first time
Sunny, one of the bald eagle chicks hatched by Jackie and Shadow in March, has finally left the nest. KCAL News spoke to Friends of Big Bear Valley Executive Director Sandy Steers about the exciting moment on Monday.
BET is hosting national casting call in Los Angeles
BET will be hosting a national casting call in Los Angeles for all sorts of performers. Robi Reed, SNP of talent and casting at BET, shares details about the event, encouraging everyone to give it their all to potentially earn a role in an upcoming BET project.
New Altadena Eaton Fire Survivor Support Location opens
A new temporary wildfire support center opened at the Altadena Community Center to continue to provide in-person essential services for residents affected by the Eaton Fire.
Co-creator of “Adolescence” discusses impact of social media on youth
Jack Thorne, co-creator of Netflix series “Adolescence,” shares details about filming the show and the development of the story behind the scenes. Thorne also discusses the impact social media can have on adolescents.
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Yarbrough shines, Yamamoto falters and Yankees avoid sweep with 7-3 win over Dodgers
Ryan Yarbrough limited baseball's best offense to four hits over six innings, Ben Rice hit a tiebreaking two-run homer and the New York Yankees defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3 to avoid getting swept for the first time this season.
Luis Garcia joins long list of Dodgers pitchers on the injured list
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Luis Garcia has landed on the injured list.
José Ramírez homers, Gavin Williams allows only 1 hit in 6 2/3 innings as Guardians beat Angels 4-2
José Ramírez homered during a three-run fourth inning, Gavin Williams allowed only one hit in 6 2/3 innings and the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Los Angeles Angels 4-2.
Transgender student athlete medals in California track championships amid protests and scrutiny
A transgender teenager from Jurupa Valley competed in Saturday's CIF track-and-field finals despite drawing national scrutiny and criticism from President Donald Trump over her participation earlier in the week.
LAFC claims final spot in Club World Cup with 2-1 victory over Club América in play-in match
Los Angeles FC secured the final spot in the FIFA Club World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Club América in a play-in match.
Galaxy beat Real Salt Lake 2-0, snap longest winless streak to start a season in MLS history
Lucas Sanabria scored his first goal in MLS, Joseph Paintsil added his first goal of the season and the LA Galaxy beat Real Salt Lake 2-0 to snap the longest winless streak to start a season in MLS history.
Muncy powers Dodgers with 7 RBIs in 18-2 rout of Yankees
Max Muncy hit two three-run homers and tied his career high with seven RBIs, helping the Los Angeles Dodgers rout Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees 18-2 on Saturday.
Guardians rally from 4-run deficit to end Angels' 8-game road winning streak with 7-5 win
Gabriel Arias hit a go-ahead two-run double in the seventh inning and the Cleveland Guardians rallied from a four-run deficit to end the Los Angeles Angels' eight-game road winning streak 7-5.
Mookie Betts' late-night mishap leaves Dodgers star sidelined for 2nd straight game with broken toe
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts fractured his fourth left toe and is missing his second straight game.
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Suspect accused of killing Baldwin Park officer identified
22-year-old Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen was arrested on suspicion of two counts of murder
Big Bear eaglet takes flight from nest
Sunny, one of the Big Bear eaglets in California, left the nest at about 10:46 a.m. on Monday.
Longtime West Hollywood Chinese restaurant to close its doors after 45 years
Chin Chin in West Hollywood is shutting down near the end of July
Mercury Insurance CEO plans to continue doing business in Southern California following devasting wildfires
Mercury Insurance CEO Gabriel Tirador said following the devastating wildfires in Southern California, he still plans to continue doing business in the region.
After Boulder attack, Los Angeles mayor calls emergency meeting to discuss police patrols at houses of worship
The mayor said the meeting will take place immediately after the Jewish holiday of Shavuot
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Big Bear eaglet takes flight from nest
Sunny, one of the Big Bear eaglets in California, left the nest at about 10:46 a.m. on Monday.
Mercury Insurance CEO plans to continue doing business in Southern California following devasting wildfires
Mercury Insurance CEO Gabriel Tirador said following the devastating wildfires in Southern California, he still plans to continue doing business in the region.
Machete-wielding man kills one, wounds another in downtown Los Angeles, police say
The two attacks happened shortly after midnight in downtown Los Angeles, police said.
Authorities searching for missing kayaker on Castaic Lake
A man and woman flipped their kayaks on Castaic Lake on Sunday afternoon. Crews rescued the woman but have not yet found the man.
Fire causes explosion at auto shop near 10 Freeway in Palms
Firefighters say that the fire happened at an auto business, and that cars inside may have caused the explosion.
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Investigation underway after shooting near Newport Beach pier leaves one wounded
The shooting happened on 20th Street near the Newport Beach Pier, according to police.
2 arrested for crash that killed motorcyclist in Fullerton
The crash happened at around midnight at the intersection of Euclid Street and Bastanchury Road, police said.
Huntington Beach mistakenly added to sanctuary city list
Huntington Beach declared itself a "non-sanctuary city" after President Trump's inauguration.
Dana Point community rallies around beloved father severely injured in hit-and-run crash
The Dana Point community gathered on Wednesday night to support a beloved local father who was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash over the weekend while packing the car for a family day at the beach.
Orange County behavioral therapist charged with molesting boy with autism
Prosecutors say that the therapist molested the child during a session in the boy's bedroom at his Garden Grove home.
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Transgender student athlete medals in California track championships amid protests and scrutiny
A transgender teenager from Jurupa Valley competed in Saturday's CIF track-and-field finals despite drawing national scrutiny and criticism from President Donald Trump over her participation earlier in the week.
Firefighters continue battling Eureka Fire burning in Joshua Tree National Park
The fire has burned more than 200 acres since it was first reported on Friday.
Alleged DUI driver arrested for deadly hit-and-run in Perris
The crash happened on the| Placentia Avenue onramp of the 215 Freeway on Thursday night, CHP officers said.
Big Bear eaglets Sunny and Gizmo believed to be sisters, says wildlife organization
After revealing the gender of one of the eaglets last week, wildlife organization Friends of Big Bear Valley announced that Sunny and Gizmo are sisters.
Henderson Fire burns over 250 acres near Riverside, San Diego county border
All evacuation orders that were previously issued have since been lifted and the fire is now nearly 100% contained.
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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.
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.
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. Ross Palombo reports.
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.
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Attack in Boulder, Colorado, injures 8 people at march for Israeli hostages
A suspect is in custody after what authorities call a "targeted act of violence" at Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado. Witnesses said he threw Molotov cocktails at people supporting Israeli hostages.
Loretta Swit, a star of TV's "M*A*S*H," dies at 87
Loretta Swit played Maj. Margaret Houlihan on the TV series "M*A*S*H."
Taylor Swift buys back masters, shares new info about "Reputation"
Taylor Swift announced she owns the masters of her first six studio album in a letter shared on her website.
Elon Musk leaving DOGE, but he'll continue to advise Trump, White House says
A senior administration official said Elon Musk "left on good terms and is still friends" with President Trump.
Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs, ruling them illegal
A federal court on Wednesday blocked most of the sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump.
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Transgender student athlete medals in California track championships amid protests and scrutiny
A transgender teenager from Jurupa Valley competed in Saturday's CIF track-and-field finals despite drawing national scrutiny and criticism from President Donald Trump over her participation earlier in the week.
California bill seeks to place speed cameras in road construction zones
A bill under consideration in the California legislature aims to prevent Caltrans worker deaths and injuries, by placing automated speed cameras in highway construction zones.
Elon Musk leaving DOGE, but he'll continue to advise Trump, White House says
A senior administration official said Elon Musk "left on good terms and is still friends" with President Trump.
Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs, ruling them illegal
A federal court on Wednesday blocked most of the sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump.
4-year-old girl fighting for life at Children's Hospital Los Angeles facing deportation order
The family of a four-year-girl currently fighting for her life at Children's Hospital Los Angeles is now facing a deportation order as they hope to stay in the country and continue receiving treatment.
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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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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.
Bat found at park in Orange County tests positive for rabies
Orange County health officials on Wednesday warned the public after a bat that was found at a park last week tested positive for rabies.
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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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Yarbrough shines, Yamamoto falters and Yankees avoid sweep with 7-3 win over Dodgers
Ryan Yarbrough limited baseball's best offense to four hits over six innings, Ben Rice hit a tiebreaking two-run homer and the New York Yankees defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3 to avoid getting swept for the first time this season.
Luis Garcia joins long list of Dodgers pitchers on the injured list
Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Luis Garcia has landed on the injured list.
José Ramírez homers, Gavin Williams allows only 1 hit in 6 2/3 innings as Guardians beat Angels 4-2
José Ramírez homered during a three-run fourth inning, Gavin Williams allowed only one hit in 6 2/3 innings and the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Los Angeles Angels 4-2.
Transgender student athlete medals in California track championships amid protests and scrutiny
A transgender teenager from Jurupa Valley competed in Saturday's CIF track-and-field finals despite drawing national scrutiny and criticism from President Donald Trump over her participation earlier in the week.
LAFC claims final spot in Club World Cup with 2-1 victory over Club América in play-in match
Los Angeles FC secured the final spot in the FIFA Club World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Club América in a play-in match.
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Loretta Swit, a star of TV's "M*A*S*H," dies at 87
Loretta Swit played Maj. Margaret Houlihan on the TV series "M*A*S*H."
Taylor Swift buys back masters, shares new info about "Reputation"
Taylor Swift announced she owns the masters of her first six studio album in a letter shared on her website.
Smokey Robinson files $500 million defamation lawsuit against accusers
The lawsuit against Smokey Robinson's accusers also alleges elder abuse, civil conspiracy and emotional distress.
Who won American Music Awards for 2025? See the full winners list
Here is the full list of nominees and winners of the 2025 American Music Awards.
Phil Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" star, dies at age 79
Phil Robertson, the patriarch of the "Duck Dynasty" family, died at age 79 a few months after his son revealed he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
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Actor Steven Krueger talks about filming Showtime’s popular show “Yellowjackets”
Showtime’s popular series “Yellowjackets” just finished its record-breaking third season. Actor Steven Krueger talks about filming difficult scenes and getting into his character.
Sunny takes flight! California bald eagle leaves the nest for the first time
Sunny, one of the bald eagle chicks hatched by Jackie and Shadow in March, has finally left the nest. KCAL News spoke to Friends of Big Bear Valley Executive Director Sandy Steers about the exciting moment on Monday.
BET is hosting national casting call in Los Angeles
BET will be hosting a national casting call in Los Angeles for all sorts of performers. Robi Reed, SNP of talent and casting at BET, shares details about the event, encouraging everyone to give it their all to potentially earn a role in an upcoming BET project.
New Altadena Eaton Fire Survivor Support Location opens
A new temporary wildfire support center opened at the Altadena Community Center to continue to provide in-person essential services for residents affected by the Eaton Fire.
Co-creator of “Adolescence” discusses impact of social media on youth
Jack Thorne, co-creator of Netflix series “Adolescence,” shares details about filming the show and the development of the story behind the scenes. Thorne also discusses the impact social media can have on adolescents.
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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. Six people were injured when witnesses said the suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned 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.
