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Pomona pursuit suspect charged with murder after crash that killed pregnant woman, boyfriend
The pursuit driver who crashed and killed a 25-year-old pregnant woman and her boyfriend in Pomona on Wednesday night has been charged with murder, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
LAFD prepositions crews with low humidity and Santa Ana winds in weather forecast
The Los Angeles Fire Department has increased staffing and prepositioned crews due to Santa Ana winds and low humidity levels in the weekend forecast.
Driver charged with DWI after vehicle crashes into crowd at Louisiana parade
Officials said the incident does not appear to be an intentional act based on a preliminary investigation.
Parker, Delle Donne among basketball greats set for Hall of Fame enshrinement
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women's basketball team will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year.
Despite toilet trouble, Artemis II crew reflects on wonder of deep space experience
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
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White House is expected to shake up more leadership roles at DOJ, sources say
The changes were likely to affect Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward, the No. 3 official at the Justice Department and Harmeet Dhillon, the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division.
UCLA Bruins look to cap off historic March Madness run against juggernaut South Carolina
UCLA reached its first NCAA Tournament National Championship Game in program history after defeating Texas on Friday night.
Trump gives Iran 48-hour deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz or "Hell will reign down"
The war shows no signs of slowing as Iran responds to airstrikes with attacks across the region.
2 dead after semi-truck crashes into car stopped on side of 210 Freeway in San Fernando Valley
Two people were killed when a semi-truck and a car collided on the 210 Freeway in the Sunland region of the San Fernando Valley on Friday night.
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Countdown to the Governor's Debate | Week 4
Countdown to the Governor's Debate is a weekly roundtable. This week featuring co-moderators Pat Harvey, Julie Watts, and CBS LA Political Reporter Tom Wait, discussing California gubernatorial candidate Chad Bianco's investigation into alleged election fraud.
Countdown to the Governor's Debate | Week 3
Countdown to the Governor's Debate is a weekly roundtable with co-moderators Julie Watts, Sara Sadhwani and CBS LA Political Reporter Tom Wait. This week the panel discusses a new democratic poll that shows two republican candidates in the top spots.
Countdown to the Governor's Debate | Week 2
Countdown to the Governor's Debate is a weekly roundtable with co-moderators Julie Watts, Sara Sadhwani and CBS LA Political Reporter Tom Wait. This week the panel discusses new endorsements and poll numbers.
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Deep fake demonstration shows sophistication of AI editing tools scammers use to commit identity theft
During a demonstration, cybersecurity experts showed how readily available apps can transform a person's appearance in real time to create a deep fake.
California is holding $15 billion in unclaimed property. Other states automatically return the money.
CBS News California Investigates found that food banks, children's hospitals and charities are owed thousands of dollars sitting in the state's unclaimed property system, while other states automatically send checks to return the money.
Hundreds of California business registrations may be fraudulent, investigation finds
Identity theft experts say criminals are creating fake business entities by targeting a specific population: legal immigrants.
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Firefighters offer advice as SoCal fire season gets off to early start with two large brush fires
Hunter Sowards takes a look at the start to Southern California's fire season after two large brush fires erupted on Friday afternoon.
Alex Biston's NEXT Weather Forecast | April 4
Alex Biston walks you through the upcoming Easter weather and what to expect in the coming days, including some more potential rain descending upon Southern California.
Family members of former Iranian general taken into ICE custody from Los Angeles County home
Lauren Pozen reports from Tujunga, where the niece and grandniece of a deceased Iranian general were taken into ICE custody on Friday night.
Firefighters nearing full containment of Springs and Crown fires burning in SoCal
Southern California firefighters reported 95% containment of both the Springs and Crown Fires which erupted on Friday afternoon in the midst of strong Santa Ana winds.
UC Riverside professor develops test that detects fake drugs
Zach Boetto reports from UC Riverside, where he speaks with the team behind a cost-efficient new tool that tests if over-the-counter drugs are real or not.
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Dylan Holloway's two goals help Blues keep slim playoff hopes alive with 6-2 win over Ducks
Dylan Holloway scored a pair of power-play goals, Robert Thomas had a goal and two assists, and the St. Louis Blues kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 6-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks.
UCLA's women's basketball team defeats Texas 51-44 to earn its first-ever spot in the National Championship.
Lauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas on Friday night for a 51-44 win to reach the women's NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time.
NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic to miss rest of Lakers' regular season with hamstring strain
Luka Doncic will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers' regular season with a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring, the team says.
Ohtani and Tucker hit 2 of the Dodgers' 5 homers in a 13-6 rout of the Nationals
Shohei Ohtani hit a three-run homer in the third inning, and Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman went deep as well as the Los Angeles Dodgers pummeled the Washington Nationals 13-6.
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First Big Bear bald eaglet hatches as second egg sees a pip
Just days after the first pip of nesting season for Big Bear bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow, their second egg also appears to have a pip as the world anxiously watches.
Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Springs Fire now 95% contained in Moreno Valley after overnight work from firefighters
The fire burned 4,176 acres as of Saturday morning, according to Cal Fire.
Alabama woman identified as victim of Riverside County cold case homicide from 1980
The remains of a homicide victim who was found 35 feet down a ravine off Highway 74 in a remote part of Riverside County in 1980 was identified as a 29-year-old Alabama woman as investigators continue searching for her killer.
Santa Monica Pier temporarily evacuated for non-credible bomb threat, police say
The Santa Monica Pier was temporarily evacuated on Saturday afternoon as police investigated what was determined to be a non-credible bomb threat.
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Juvenile arrested after Ventura motorcyclist attacked by large group of bikers, e-bike riders
A motorcyclist was hospitalized on Saturday after he was allegedly attacked by a large group of juveniles on bicycles and e-bikes in Ventura, according to police.
Santa Monica Pier temporarily evacuated for non-credible bomb threat, police say
The Santa Monica Pier was temporarily evacuated on Saturday afternoon as police investigated what was determined to be a non-credible bomb threat.
Man found fatally shot in front seat of car at Los Angeles County intersection
Detectives say that the man was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the driver's seat of a car found near the intersection of 120th Street East and Avenue Q on Friday night.
Pomona pursuit suspect charged with murder after crash that killed pregnant woman, boyfriend
The pursuit driver who crashed and killed a 25-year-old pregnant woman and her boyfriend in Pomona on Wednesday night has been charged with murder, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
LAFD prepositions crews with low humidity and Santa Ana winds in weather forecast
The Los Angeles Fire Department has increased staffing and prepositioned crews due to Santa Ana winds and low humidity levels in the weekend forecast.
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Orange County food banks expect surge after Cal Fresh eligibility updates
With some non-citizens no longer eligible for Cal Fresh benefits, Orange County food banks are bracing for an influx of clients.
91 Freeway tolls dropping in price after new cameras deter violators
Honest drivers are now saving money after new cameras deterred toll violators from using the 91 Freeway's carpool lanes.
White sharks clinging to Southern California coast after warm winter
Renowned marine biologist Chris Lowe said the unusually warm winter has pushed young white sharks to Southern California's coastline.
Santa Ana mother reported missing after family trip to Tijuana
A Santa Ana mother is missing after what was supposed to be a quick trip across the border to Tijuana.
Black Hawk chopper crossed path of United flight in California, FAA says
United Airlines said the pilots saw the helicopter, received a traffic alert and leveled the aircraft.
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Alabama woman identified as victim of Riverside County cold case homicide from 1980
The remains of a homicide victim who was found 35 feet down a ravine off Highway 74 in a remote part of Riverside County in 1980 was identified as a 29-year-old Alabama woman as investigators continue searching for her killer.
Man killed in crash with SoCal Edison truck in Menifee, police say
Police say that the driver collided with a SoCal Edison truck that was hauling a wooden electrical pole at around 8 p.m. Friday night near the intersection of Menifee Road and McLaughin Road.
First Big Bear bald eaglet hatches as second egg sees a pip
Just days after the first pip of nesting season for Big Bear bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow, their second egg also appears to have a pip as the world anxiously watches.
Springs Fire now 95% contained in Moreno Valley after overnight work from firefighters
The fire burned 4,176 acres as of Saturday morning, according to Cal Fire.
18-year-old arrested for deadly Victorville shooting
An 18-year-old man was arrested on Friday for a deadly shooting that happened in Victorville over the weekend, according to San Bernardino County authorities.
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Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Driver charged with DWI after vehicle crashes into crowd at Louisiana parade
Officials said the incident does not appear to be an intentional act based on a preliminary investigation.
Parker, Delle Donne among basketball greats set for Hall of Fame enshrinement
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women's basketball team will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year.
Despite toilet trouble, Artemis II crew reflects on wonder of deep space experience
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
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Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
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White House is expected to shake up more leadership roles at DOJ, sources say
The changes were likely to affect Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward, the No. 3 official at the Justice Department and Harmeet Dhillon, the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division.
Trump gives Iran 48-hour deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz or "Hell will reign down"
The war shows no signs of slowing as Iran responds to airstrikes with attacks across the region.
Trump orders DHS to pay all employees despite shutdown
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
23 states sue Trump over new executive order targeting mail voting
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
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San Francisco sues makers of ultra-processed foods over health impacts
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
California bill reversing tax hike on legal cannabis heads to Newsom
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
HelloFresh to pay $7.5M to settle California lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
CBS News California Investigates: "Sephora kids" concerns
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
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.
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Florida cosmetologist found guilty in California death of Kim Kardashian lookalike
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Public health officials issue bacteria warning at LA County beaches
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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California law allowing people to cook, sell food from homes getting statewide push
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
15 California communities given "final warning" by Newsom over housing law violations
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
California judge tentatively allows 20,000 immigrant truck drivers to keep their licenses
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
Tesla will end Model S and X production, focus on humanoid robots at Bay Area factory
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
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Neto homers and Adell robs the Mariners of 3 home runs in the Angels' 1-0 victory
Jo Adell made three home run-robbing catches, including a spectacular leaping grab while crashing into the seats in the ninth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels held off the Seattle Mariners 1-0 on Saturday night.
Markanich, Yeboah score goals, Callender has 6 saves as Minnesota beats Galaxy 2-1
Anthony Markanich and Kelvin Yeboah each scored a goal, Drake Callender had six saves, and Minnesota United beat the LA Galaxy 2-1.
Ryan Strome scores against former team, Ducks' late-season skid extends to 5 with 5-3 loss to Flames
Ryan Strome scored his 500th career point with a goal against his former team, Morgan Frost had two goals and the Calgary Flames sent the Anaheim Ducks to their fifth consecutive loss with a 5-3 victory.
Denis Bouanga's 5th career MLS hat trick helps LAFC beat Orlando City 6-0
Denis Bouanga scored three goals, his fifth career hat trick in MLS, and Son Heung-min had four assists to help Los Angeles FC beat Orlando City 6-0.
Quinton Byfield scores in OT to boost Kings' playoff hopes with a 7-6 win over Maple Leafs
Quinton Byfield scored 2:33 into overtime, Adrian Kempe had two goals and two assists, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 7-6.
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Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Gucci Mane kidnapped, robbed at gunpoint in Dallas, DOJ says
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Olivia Munn's "no symptoms" cancer diagnosis fueled lifesaving mission
Olivia Munn tells Tracy Smith about how she turned a symptomless Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help other women.
Netflix raises its subscription prices for the second time in 2 years
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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Firefighters battle hazardous fire in East Hollywood abandoned building
A fire at an abandoned building in East Hollywood created a tricky situation for firefighters on Sunday morning. Tina Patel reports.
Chloe Carlson's 6 a.m. Forecast | NEXT Weather
Easter Sunday should be the perfect day for an egg hunt with sunshine and warm temperatures. Chloe Carlson reports.
Pasadena Humane Center hosts seminar to help educate public on coexisting with coyotes
After several attacks in Los Angeles County, the Pasadena Humane Center hosted a seminar to help educate the public on how to coexist with the region's expansive coyote population.
Hundreds of pet owners head to downtown for annual Blessing of the Animals
Hundreds of pet owners brought their beloved furry friends to downtown Los Angeles on Saturday for the annual Blessing of the Animals.
Santa Monica Pier temporarily evacuated for non-credible bomb threat, police say
The Santa Monica Pier was temporarily evacuated on Saturday afternoon as police investigated what was determined to be a non-credible bomb threat.
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A look at renowned architect Frank Gehry's designs in Southern California
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
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.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
