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Coachella 2025 will be headlined by Lady Gaga, Post Malone, Green Day
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has announced the lineup for the three-day festival in the desert for spring 2025.
University of California health workers start two-day statewide strike
Thousands of University of California health and service workers have hit the picket line as of Wednesday morning.
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from the World Series to hit the auction block
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series is hitting the auction block.
Crews put out Gardena high school athletic bleacher stand fire
Firefighters responded to the blaze at Junipero Serra High School around 5:35 a.m. No injuries were reported, and the fire was nearly extinguished by 6:10 a.m.
LA morning show icon Jillian Barberie details her greatest struggles
Jillian Barberie was one of Southern California's most beloved morning anchors, but then she went through a divorce and cancer diagnosis. She opens up to KCAL News' Pat Harvey about what and who helped her.
75-year-old victim's grandson charged with her murder, burglarizing her home in South Pasadena
The grandson and another man are scheduled for arraignment in December for their part in the murder and burglarization of a 75-year-old South Pasadena woman's home in June.
No charges filed against man who tried to meetup with Temecula teenager for sex
The Riverside County District Attorney's Office declined to file charges against the suspected sexual predator who tried to meetup with a Temecula teenager for sex because they said more evidence was needed before they could take action.
Santa Barbara traffic stop leads to arrest of man in the midst of kidnapping woman and her child
Santa Barbara County deputies pulled the man over because the RV he was driving had out of the pop-out sections extended. Inside, they found a woman and her infant child who were forced to drive to Orange County with their alleged kidnapper.
Woman rescued after getting stuck in manhole at former site of Carousel Mall in San Bernardino
The woman told firefighters that she had fallen into the hole sometime Tuesday evening and wasn't discovered until a passerby heard her screaming for help.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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LA Metro unveils pilot metal detector program amid crime concerns
After a surge in Metro crime, Chair Janice Hahn rode the rails and buses with Senior Reporter Ross Palombo to discuss solutions. Now, one of those potential solutions is being tested at Union Station in Downtown LA.
Major Los Angeles County gun policy changes after KCAL investigation
A 2-year KCAL investigation now getting results after Senior Reporter Ross Palombo uncovered problems with how police buy and sell guns.
National problem tracing guns
There were 212 homicides last year in Los Angeles County, many of them from shootings. Ross Palombo investigates how gun tracing could be a factor in why some cases go unsolved.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
How the ATF's National Tracing Center helps police solve the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022. Ross Palombo reports.
How a white truck helped arson investigators track down the man accused of starting the Line Fire
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
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California, LA County agree to terms to provide more safety, improve oversight at juvenile halls
The California Attorney General's office aims to implement more oversight of Los Angeles County's juvenile halls after reports that the detention centers have failed to improve safety conditions. Mike Rogers has the details.
Local nonprofit remembers transgender victims of violent crime on Transgender Remembrance Day
Tom Wait reports from the APAIT, a local nonprofit organization that is honoring the memory of victims of violent crime on Transgender Remembrance Day, making sure that their stories aren't lost in a community that so many already turn a blind eye towards.
LAHSA under fire after audit reveals issues with handling of homeless response funding
Tom Wait takes a look at the new proposal from Los Angeles County Supervisors after a recent audit found that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority was having a number of issues, including the handling of funding provided for direct response to the homeless crisis.
Bomb cyclone continues path towards Southern California after slamming Pacific Northwest
Gio Insignares takes a look at the massive impact that a bomb cyclone has already had on parts of the United States as it moves towards Southern California, while meteorologist Evelyn Taft explains exactly what a bomb cyclone is.
Orange County health officials issue warning after several cases of Legionnaire's Disease reported
Orange County public health officials have issued a warning after several cases of Legionnaire's Disease were reported in Westminster.
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Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from the World Series to hit the auction block
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series is hitting the auction block.
Williams, Agbo score 20 points apiece, USC beats San Jose State 82-68
Terrence Williams II and Chibuzo Agbo scored 20 points apiece, Wesley Yates III added 14 and Southern California beat San Jose State 82-68.
Clippers leading scorer Norman Powell to miss 2 games with hamstring injury
Los Angeles Clippers leading scorer Norman Powell was out of Wednesday night's lineup against the Orlando Magic with a hamstring injury.
LeBron James says he's taking a social media break for now
LeBron James says he's taking a break from social media.
Dalton Knecht scores 37 with rookie record-tying 9 3-pointers, leading Lakers past Jazz 124-118
Dalton Knecht tied the NBA's single-game rookie record with nine 3-pointers while scoring a career-high 37 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 124-118 for their sixth consecutive victory.
Dalton Knecht scores 37 with rookie record-tying 9 3-pointers, leading Lakers past Jazz 124-118
Alex Killorn had a goal and an assist in the third period, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 for their season-high third straight win.
Powell scores 23 points and the Clippers hold off the Warriors 102-99
Norman Powell scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers held off the Golden State Warriors 102-99 to win their fifth in a row at home.
Leason has goal and 2 assists as Ducks beat Stars 4-2 for first winning streak of season
Brett Leason had a goal and two assists for a career-high three points, Lukas Dostal stopped 34 shots and the Anaheim Ducks held on to beat the Dallas Stars 4-2.
Lakers to honor "Showtime" era head coach Pat Riley with statue
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor head coach Pat Riley, who won four titles during the team's "Showtime" era, with a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena.
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Coachella 2025 will be headlined by Lady Gaga, Post Malone, Green Day
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has announced the lineup for the three-day festival in the desert for spring 2025.
University of California health workers start two-day statewide strike
Thousands of University of California health and service workers have hit the picket line as of Wednesday morning.
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from the World Series to hit the auction block
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series is hitting the auction block.
Crews put out Gardena high school athletic bleacher stand fire
Firefighters responded to the blaze at Junipero Serra High School around 5:35 a.m. No injuries were reported, and the fire was nearly extinguished by 6:10 a.m.
LA morning show icon Jillian Barberie details her greatest struggles
Jillian Barberie was one of Southern California's most beloved morning anchors, but then she went through a divorce and cancer diagnosis. She opens up to KCAL News' Pat Harvey about what and who helped her.
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75-year-old victim's grandson charged with her murder, burglarizing her home in South Pasadena
The grandson and another man are scheduled for arraignment in December for their part in the murder and burglarization of a 75-year-old South Pasadena woman's home in June.
Man riding bike dies after being hit by two cars in Santa Monica over weekend
A man was killed over the weekend when he was hit by two different cars while riding his bike in Santa Monica.
South LA middle school locked down after student found carrying firearm
The lockdown began at around 11:10 a.m. on Wednesday after the student was found with an unloaded firearm and live ammunition, according to Thomas Alva Edison Middle School officials.
Alleged trespasser arrested as firefighters extinguish blaze at Panorama City apartment
An alleged trespasser was arrested after a brief standoff with police inside of a burning apartment building in Panorama City on Wednesday.
Driver hospitalized after slamming into side of Metro train in South Los Angeles
One person was hospitalized after they drove their car straight into the side of a Metro train in South Los Angeles on Wednesday morning.
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Health officials issue warning after seven Westminster residents contract Legionnaire's Disease
Public health officials are urging residents and business owners to monitor their water sources after seven people reported contracting Legionnaire's Disease in recent days.
Mountain lion captured by wildlife officials after getting scared up tree by dog in Tustin
The cat was scared up a tree by one of the neighborhood's small dogs before getting tranquilized and relocated by wildlife officials.
Riders stuck midair for hours after Knott's Berry Farm ride experienced technical difficulties
Park officials say the ride had technical difficulties. Twenty-two riders were involved. Two were brought to a hospital.
Orange County choir teacher arrested for alleged sexual relations with teenage student
The student told police that the alleged relationship was ongoing for six months.
Firefighter hospitalized after truck crash near Airport Fire returns home
One of the Orange County firefighters injured after his crew's truck rolled over during a crash near the Airport Fire will return home on Friday.
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No charges filed against man who tried to meetup with Temecula teenager for sex
The Riverside County District Attorney's Office declined to file charges against the suspected sexual predator who tried to meetup with a Temecula teenager for sex because they said more evidence was needed before they could take action.
Woman rescued after getting stuck in manhole at former site of Carousel Mall in San Bernardino
The woman told firefighters that she had fallen into the hole sometime Tuesday evening and wasn't discovered until a passerby heard her screaming for help.
Undercover sting leads to arrest of Arizona man trying to meet minor in Riverside County
Undercover detectives posed as a teenage girl online and began talking with a 43-year-old man from Arizona who expressed his intent to meet up for sexual purposes.
Pedestrian dies after getting hit by car while trying to run across 74 Freeway in Riverside County
It happened at around 9:15 p.m. on Friday near the intersection of SR-74 and White Avenue, according to California Highway Patrol officers.
Resident tip leads to arrest of man trying to meet a minor for sex in Temecula
Investigators arrested the 46-year-old man after an undercover operation revealed he was trying to meet a minor for sexual purposes.
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How the ATF's gun tracing system helped police find the gunman in the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
Metro data shows assaults have doubled compared to the same time last year
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
How a white truck helped arson investigators track down the man accused of starting the Line Fire
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
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Bomb cyclone batters Northwest, causing widespread power outages
A major storm swept across the northwestern U.S., battering the region with strong winds and rain, causing widespread power outages and downing trees that killed at least two people.
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Katt Williams says he passed Marine boot camp, but there's no record of it
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022. Now he's Trump's choice to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Newsom to allow District Attorney-elect Nathan Hochman to lead Menendez
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
Netflix says 60 million households watched Tyson-Paul match
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
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Trump taps Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead key Medicare and Medicaid agency
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022. Now he's Trump's choice to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
LA City Council to consider adopting "sanctuary city" ordinance
City Council members on Tuesday will consider adopting an ordinance that will make Los Angeles a "sanctuary city," which will prohibit any city resources from being used to help the federal enforcement of immigration laws.
Woman told House Ethics Committee she saw Gaetz having sex with a minor
The House Ethics Committee hasn't decided if it will release its findings on allegations Matt Gaetz engaged in sexual misconduct, illicit drug use and bribery.
Elon Musk's X sues California over AI law targeting election-related deepfakes
Elon Musk's social media platform X is suing California over a new state law targeting deceptive, AI-generated election content, claiming that it violates First Amendment free speech protections.
Mike Johnson wants Ethics panel to keep Matt Gaetz report secret
The Republican leader argued releasing the report about Trump's attorney general pick would set a "terrible precedent."
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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 cars 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.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
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Health officials issue warning after seven Westminster residents contract Legionnaire's Disease
Public health officials are urging residents and business owners to monitor their water sources after seven people reported contracting Legionnaire's Disease in recent days.
First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County
The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
11 residents infected with dengue after Los Angeles County detects two more cases
Public health officials have reported two more locally acquired cases of the mosquito borne illness dengue in Los Angeles County, bringing the total to 11 cases in recent weeks.
McDonald's to start selling Quarter Pounders again due to E. coli test results
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
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Rare coin issued after California Gold Rush sold at auction for $1.4M
Avid coin collectors jumped at the chance to get their hands on a rare "double eagle" gold coin at a Southern California auction house.
Los Angeles County sues Pepsi and Coca-Cola over plastic bottles
Los Angeles County is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement
Two more members of the Los Angeles Times editorial board have resigned after the newspaper's owner blocked its plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente mental health workers go on strike across Southern California
Thousands of mental health workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities spanning across Southern California went on strike on Monday, calling for increased pay and restored pension plans, amid other demands.
CVS workers strike at 7 Southern California stores for better pay and health care
Workers at seven CVS pharmacies in Southern California have gone on strike for better pay and health care and to protest what they say is bad-faith contract bargaining by the company.
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Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from the World Series to hit the auction block
Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series is hitting the auction block.
Williams, Agbo score 20 points apiece, USC beats San Jose State 82-68
Terrence Williams II and Chibuzo Agbo scored 20 points apiece, Wesley Yates III added 14 and Southern California beat San Jose State 82-68.
Clippers leading scorer Norman Powell to miss 2 games with hamstring injury
Los Angeles Clippers leading scorer Norman Powell was out of Wednesday night's lineup against the Orlando Magic with a hamstring injury.
LeBron James says he's taking a social media break for now
LeBron James says he's taking a break from social media.
Dalton Knecht scores 37 with rookie record-tying 9 3-pointers, leading Lakers past Jazz 124-118
Dalton Knecht tied the NBA's single-game rookie record with nine 3-pointers while scoring a career-high 37 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 124-118 for their sixth consecutive victory.
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Katt Williams says he passed Marine boot camp, but there's no record of it
For years, actor and comedian Katt Williams has claimed he lied about his age as a teenager to join the Marines and passed boot camp before being drummed out. The Marines have no record of him ever serving.
Netflix says 60 million households watched Tyson-Paul match
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Cher opens up about life with Sonny
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
USPS announces Betty White stamp will be released in 2025
Betty White will be honored with a stamp in 2025, the U.S. Postal Service announced on Friday.
Mattel faults print error for porn site listed on "Wicked" doll box
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
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California, LA County agree to terms to provide more safety, improve oversight at juvenile halls
The California Attorney General's office aims to implement more oversight of Los Angeles County's juvenile halls after reports that the detention centers have failed to improve safety conditions. Mike Rogers has the details.
Local nonprofit remembers transgender victims of violent crime on Transgender Remembrance Day
Tom Wait reports from the APAIT, a local nonprofit organization that is honoring the memory of victims of violent crime on Transgender Remembrance Day, making sure that their stories aren't lost in a community that so many already turn a blind eye towards.
LAHSA under fire after audit reveals issues with handling of homeless response funding
Tom Wait takes a look at the new proposal from Los Angeles County Supervisors after a recent audit found that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority was having a number of issues, including the handling of funding provided for direct response to the homeless crisis.
Bomb cyclone continues path towards Southern California after slamming Pacific Northwest
Gio Insignares takes a look at the massive impact that a bomb cyclone has already had on parts of the United States as it moves towards Southern California, while meteorologist Evelyn Taft explains exactly what a bomb cyclone is.
Orange County health officials issue warning after several cases of Legionnaire's Disease reported
Orange County public health officials have issued a warning after several cases of Legionnaire's Disease were reported in Westminster.
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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.
Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series Champions
The Los Angeles Dodgers win the World Series in Game 5 in a 7-6 win over the New York Yankees
