Altadena man dies of cancer after surviving Eaton Fire
Armed with just a hose, Tony Herrera spent 20 hours on a roof trying his best to protect his neighborhood from the Eaton Fire.
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Armed with just a hose, Tony Herrera spent 20 hours on a roof trying his best to protect his neighborhood from the Eaton Fire.
Woodbury Preschool Village shares its wildfire recovery story, as child care centers in Altadena get support to reopen and rebuild.
Webster's Community Pharmacy in Altadena helps with a holiday "shop local" campaign.
Nine months following the wildfires that devastating Pacific Palisades and Altadena, officials with Los Angeles County revealed the findings of an independent review of the alert, warning, and evacuation actions taken during that time.
Altadena’s Betsy restaurant opened one month before the Eaton Fire, and owners say they hope to heal through food and community with an official reopening this weekend.
Milissa Marona from the Altadena Town Council and Altadena resident Bree Jensen spoke to KCAL News Mornings about the help for fire survivors.
As homeowners and renters struggle to find or afford insurance, our Pat Harvey sits down with an extensive panel with some of the state's industry leaders, insurance experts, consumer advocates, and community voices to dive into the California insurance crisis and what people can do to protect themselves and their properties.
Comedian Holly Brown and Pasadena Community Foundation Development Manager Vivian Kambe join KCAL News Mornings to talk about their "One Night in the Valley" Fire Benefit Comedy Show.
For months, our KCAL News team has been investigating and reporting on the various issues affecting our state, from those arising from the Palisades and Eaton fires to people struggling to get or keep their insurance. We've called on leaders for answers and seen firsthand the bravery and resilience of those fighting to try and rebuild their lives. Our Kristine Lazar and Julie Watts will dive into some of the biggest problems people across California are facing and what you need to know to protect yourself and your family.
Robert Vargas talks about his new mural coming to an Altadena restaurant that served as a community hub following the Eaton Fire
"Rebuilding SoCal" is KCAL News' commitment to holding leaders accountable, getting answers, and showcasing Southern California solidarity and strength in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. KCAL News has partnered with the American Red Cross to help those affected by the LA Fires. If you'd like to donate, go to redcross.org/KCAL
"Rebuilding SoCal" is KCAL News' commitment to holding leaders accountable, getting answers, and showcasing Southern California solidarity and strength in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. This week, community advocates are fighting for the soul and heart of Altadena, as a new report reveals most of the lots sold are going to investors. Also, the story of how one man battled insurance using artificial intelligence and won more money for his parents. And, we check in with Casey Colvin and his dog Oreo, the dynamic duo who captured the hearts of many when they reunited after getting separated in the Palisades Fire. KCAL News has partnered with the American Red Cross to help those affected by the LA Fires. If you'd like to donate, go to redcross.org/KCAL
"Rebuilding SoCal" is KCAL News' commitment to holding leaders accountable, getting answers, and showcasing Southern California solidarity and strength in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. This week, KCAL News investigates growing concerns over brush clearance and inspection. Meanwhile, the LA County Board of Supervisors is taking action against unresponsive property owners. Additionally, we have the latest numbers of building permits issued in the burn zones. KCAL News has partnered with the American Red Cross to help those affected by the LA Fires. If you'd like to donate, go to redcross.org/KCAL
New drone video from KCAL News shows the latest view from above of Altadena, more than three months after the Eaton Fire wiped out much of the foothill community.
CBS LA anchor Jamie Yuccas heads to the American Legion Post in Pacific Palisades where she spoke to residents and others affected by the Los Angeles fires to hear their stories and help them move forward.
KCAL News anchor Pat Harvey sits down with NBA Hall-of-Famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson to discuss his efforts to help Los Angeles fire victims, words of encouragement to those struggling, and his time with families at a carnival-style event at the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena.
"Rebuilding SoCal" is KCAL News' commitment to holding leaders accountable, getting answers, and showcasing Southern California solidarity and strength in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. This week, some homeowners say their hopes of returning to their homes are getting pushed back as their insurer, the California Fair Plan, denies or undervalues their claims. Our Kristine Lazar looks into what the Fair Plan covers and if it follows state law. Additionally, the Small Business Administration has offered a grace period for struggling homeowners and businesses looking to apply for low-interest loans. The new deadline is May 30, 2025. Also, TV star and activist Paris Hilton is stepping up to help 50 women-owned businesses affected by the Palisades and Eaton Fires. Plus, our Desmond Shaw gives us a new and fuller perspective of the burn areas from SKYCAL as we approach the three-month mark. KCAL News has partnered with the American Red Cross to help those affected by the LA Fires. If you'd like to donate, go to redcross.org/KCAL
Desmond Shaw in SKYCAL takes us above the Palisades and Eaton Fire zones, along with Assignment Editor Mike Rogers, to show us what was lost and saved and what's ahead for recovery and rebuilding. Together, they discuss the history of some of Los Angeles County's most beloved landmarks, whether destroyed or survived, take viewer questions, and explain the latest fire developments.
FEMA has extended the "Right of Entry" forms deadline to April 15, 2025. However, there are still important deadlines for fire victims today, March 31st, including FEMA Individual Assistance, SBA Disaster Loans, and EDD Disaster Unemployment Assistance. FEMA is asking applicants to apply by 9 pm.
"Rebuilding SoCal" is KCAL News' commitment to holding leaders accountable, getting answers, and showcasing Southern California solidarity and strength in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires. This week, we highlight an issue many homeowners say they're facing: getting the runaround from insurance companies. Meanwhile, the LA City Attorney has filed a $62 million lawsuit targeting rental price gougers and those trying to profit off of fire victims. Also, five LA restaurants are teaming up to honor first responders and inviting everyone to join the feast on Saturday, March 29th. KCAL News has partnered with the American Red Cross to help those affected by the LA Fires. If you'd like to donate, go to redcross.org/KCAL
As Los Angeles looks to recover from historic wildfires, previously unsheltered and chronically homeless people are facing even greater instability.
Containment is growing on the Los Angeles County wildfires, but it may be a long time before residents in the burn areas will be allowed back home.
The order targets opportunistic real estate speculators who make unsolicited cash offers well below market value in attempts to exploit victims of the Los Angeles-area fires.
Blind since birth, 9-year-old Grayson Roberts vowed to never let his diagnosis stop him from seeing the world. Suzie Suh reports.
In this episode of Look At This!, Desmond Shaw flies us to a big open space with a layered past. It's called "Haunted Forest" in Altadena, but its real name is the Cobb Estate.
The family says that they received two tickets from Los Angeles County Parking Enforcement this week, despite having lived in the same situation since last January when their home was damaged in the Eaton Fire.
LeBron James had 20 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 105-99 on Saturday night.
Surveillance video footage captured the moments that an alleged burglar broke through the roof of a Woodland Hills jewelry store before taking off with approximately $100k in merchandise, owners say.
Multiple people were injured when a car that was on fire crashed into the Deloitte building in Manhattan Beach on Saturday night.
The firefighter suffered minor injuries but continued to combat the flames, according to LAFD officials.
The family says that they received two tickets from Los Angeles County Parking Enforcement this week, despite having lived in the same situation since last January when their home was damaged in the Eaton Fire.
Surveillance video footage captured the moments that an alleged burglar broke through the roof of a Woodland Hills jewelry store before taking off with approximately $100k in merchandise, owners say.
Multiple people were injured when a car that was on fire crashed into the Deloitte building in Manhattan Beach on Saturday night.
The firefighter suffered minor injuries but continued to combat the flames, according to LAFD officials.
Orange County officials confirm second measles case in Disneyland visitor
The family says that they received two tickets from Los Angeles County Parking Enforcement this week, despite having lived in the same situation since last January when their home was damaged in the Eaton Fire.
Surveillance video footage captured the moments that an alleged burglar broke through the roof of a Woodland Hills jewelry store before taking off with approximately $100k in merchandise, owners say.
Multiple people were injured when a car that was on fire crashed into the Deloitte building in Manhattan Beach on Saturday night.
The firefighter suffered minor injuries but continued to combat the flames, according to LAFD officials.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Orange County officials confirm second measles case in Disneyland visitor
Laguna Beach city leaders are mulling a proposal that would ban large pop-up shade structures on the sand to protect the safety of beachgoers.
A diver swimming under the waves along the Laguna Beach coast has formed an unlikely bond with a young white seal.
An Orange County landfill has been cited for foul odors after Irvine neighbors complained about the stinky smell.
The Santa Ana winds will affect the valleys, mountains and inland areas of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, as well as much of the Inland Empire.
Deputies say that the suspect had run from the spot of a hit-and-run crash before they tried to take him into custody.
An unlicensed 15-year-old driver crashed into a motorcyclist on Friday morning in the midst of a school walkout against federal immigration operations across the country.
A motorcyclist who was fleeing from Riverside County Sheriff's Office deputies died after crashing into an uninvolved car at a Perris intersection on Thursday afternoon.
The California Highway Patrol closed one lane of the southbound I-15 Freeway near Eastvale after a dump truck crashed its trailer into an overpass.
Riverside County installed a new camera system on the 91 Freeway to crack down on carpool lane violators.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
Actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, officials said Friday.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
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.
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.
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.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
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.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
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.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
LeBron James had 20 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 105-99 on Saturday night.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Lakers' big man Jaxson Hayes will represent the team in the 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest when All-Star Weekend heads to the Intui Dome in Inglewood next weekend.
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Josh D'Amaro, who oversees Disney theme parks and dozens of resort hotels worldwide, will become the next Disney CEO.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Orange County health officials have confirmed a second measles case in a person who visited Disneyland in January, just one week after reporting the first case.
Zach Boetto reports from Altadena, where a family living outside of their home destroyed by the Eaton Fire says that they were ticketed by Los Angeles County Parking Enforcement twice last week.
Surveillance video footage captured the moments that an alleged burglar broke through the roof of a Woodland Hills jewelry store before taking off with approximately $100k in merchandise, owners say.
Lauren Pozen provides an update on the pool of candidates for Los Angeles mayor after Council member Nithya Raman announced that she was entering the race on Saturday.
Hunter Sowards provides the latest details in the ongoing search for Nancy Guthrie, the missing 80-year-old mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
