School Raises Black Lives Matter Flag, Focuses On Racism
The Montpelier High School is believed to be the first public high school to raise a Black Lives Matter flag.
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The Montpelier High School is believed to be the first public high school to raise a Black Lives Matter flag.
LAUSD said they supported the move and the discussions.
Cedric The Entertainer says he can't just stand by and watch what's happening in America in 2016.
Black Lives Matter activists have delivered thousands of signatures on a petition calling for the firing of Los Angeles Police Department Chief Charlie Beck.
The chief says he's willing to discuss matters with BLM only if members will listen instead of making demands and screaming at him.
Race relations in America haven't been this bad since the LA riots in 1992. That is the finding in a new CBS News/NYT poll.
Black Lives Matter vowed to continue occupying City Hall until the mayor fires the police chief and police commission president.
Several hundred protesters converged in Inglewood Sunday night, marching through streets, and eventually blocking a busy thoroughfare for a brief time.
Many chanted slogans like "Hands Up, Don't Shoot."
Kirk Brown waited on line. He said recent violence has opened his eyes.
A Black Lives Matter organizer who interfered with an arrest by police in southern California has been sentenced to 90 days in jail.
While black males make up only about 6 percent of the US population, they accounted for 40 percent of the unarmed men shot to death by police last year, according to the Washington Post.
The clash was heated but never escalated to violence, officials said.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly wants his employees to stop crossing out "black lives matter" messages on the walls of their office.
Nine protesters disrupted traffic along the 405 Freeway in Inglewood just as the holiday getaway kicked into high gear.
President Matt Johnson said there were 23 officer-involved shootings last year. This year, there are 45 so far.
A coalition of South Los Angeles religious and civil rights leaders publicly denounced alleged threats made to a pastor by a group claiming to be affiliated with "Black Lives Matter."
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti's attempt to return to a church where protesters disrupted him has been scuttled after his plan was leaked online.
"Sometimes when we're seeking change. The tactics have to be varied. We've given the mayor our agenda, and he's refused it," said BLM organizer Melina Abdullah.
"Sometimes people scream, sometimes people shout. I'm just going to continue doing the work that I was elected to do," Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said in response to being mobbed by members of the activist group Black Lives Matter during a town hall meeting in Jefferson Park Monday night.
An hour into the meeting, some people shouted and rushed the stage, forcing the mayor to cut short the meeting. The angry protesters even blocked him from entering his car as he tried to leave.
A Southland community organizer for the group Black Lives Matter is reportedly facing charges Thursday stemming from an apparent dispute at a Pasadena restaurant.
The Los Angeles Police Commission was expected Tuesday to consider a new rule that would allow for the removal of people who make "personal, impertinent or profane remarks" during a commission meeting.
Protesters disrupted a meeting Tuesday of the Los Angeles Police Commission on the one-year anniversary of the Ezell Ford shooting.
2016 democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders' LA rally drew a massive crowd to the Los Angeles Sports Arena on Monday night.
A burglary crew of three was arrested in connection with more than two dozen crimes that happened throughout North Hollywood dating back to January, police said on Wednesday.
Corey Seager and Jake Burger each had three hits, and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-1.
The Anaheim Police Department is in pursuit of an assault with a deadly weapon suspect.
The California Highway Patrol was in a high-speed pursuit of a suspect on Los Angeles County freeways.
The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital where she is said to be in critical condition.
A burglary crew of three was arrested in connection with more than two dozen crimes that happened throughout North Hollywood dating back to January, police said on Wednesday.
The Anaheim Police Department is in pursuit of an assault with a deadly weapon suspect.
The California Highway Patrol was in a high-speed pursuit of a suspect on Los Angeles County freeways.
Popular stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the host of the 77th Emmy Awards airing on CBS on Sept
The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital where she is said to be in critical condition.
A burglary crew of three was arrested in connection with more than two dozen crimes that happened throughout North Hollywood dating back to January, police said on Wednesday.
The Anaheim Police Department is in pursuit of an assault with a deadly weapon suspect.
The California Highway Patrol was in a high-speed pursuit of a suspect on Los Angeles County freeways.
The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital where she is said to be in critical condition.
Security footage shows the driver inexplicably jumping a curb and running over the teen before driving away.
Several international students attending college in Orange County had their visas revoked, according to UC Irvine, Cal State Fullerton and Chapman University.
More than 50 pelicans are currently under the care of the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center in Huntington Beach, officials say.
Southern California typically experiences more than 10,000 earthquakes per year, according to the United States Geological Survey. Most of those aren't powerful enough to be felt in a large radius, unlike today's 5.2 magnitude quake in northern San Diego County.
The man, a resident of Calgary, Alberta, was arrested on suspicion of public nudity, trespassing and being under the influence of narcotics.
The crash happened at around 10:50 p.m. in the 600 block of W. Commonwealth Avenue, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
Two members of the Mongols Motorcycle Club were arrested in connection with a deadly fight that happened at a bar in San Bernardino County in early March, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Temecula city leaders are still asking for answers after the LA28 Olympics Committee suddenly dropped Galway Downs from the list of venues that will be used for the summer games.
A California woman is continuing her fight to keep her uncle, who violently sexually abused her and several other woman, behind bars by rallying in front of state leaders for Mary Bella's Law, which will close a loophole allowing violent offenders to walk free.
The crash was reported at around 12:15 p.m. at Railroad Canyon Road and Church Street, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved Sheriff Chad Bianco's proposal to turn an aircraft hangar at March Air Reserve Base into a permanent place of operation for the sheriff's department.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
The Minnesota Wild clinched a spot in the playoffs in dramatic fashion when Joel Eriksson Ek scored the tying goal with 20.9 seconds left in regulation.
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
A video shows the older elephants — Ndlula, Umngani and Khosi — scramble to encircle and shield the two 7-year-old calves, Zuli and Mkhaya, from any possible threats.
Filing a tax extension is easy. But it's important to know what you're getting into, including what to do if you owe money to the IRS.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
A California woman is continuing her fight to keep her uncle, who violently sexually abused her and several other woman, behind bars by rallying in front of state leaders for Mary Bella's Law, which will close a loophole allowing violent offenders to walk free.
Newsom reports that Canadian tourism in California is down 12% compared to a year ago.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
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.
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.
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.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
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.
The move will ensure coverage through June for 15 million people, including immigrants, who receive health care via the program.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
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.
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.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
Corey Seager and Jake Burger each had three hits, and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-1.
Mark Scheifele scored at 1:51 of overtime to give the Presidents' Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets a 2-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night in their regular-season finale.
Samuel Helenius scored twice, David Rittich made 28 saves, and the Los Angeles Kings spoiled the Seattle Kraken's home finale with a 6-5 victory.
Will Smith hit a three-run homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 6-2 to snap their streak of three straight series losses.
The Minnesota Wild clinched a spot in the playoffs in dramatic fashion when Joel Eriksson Ek scored the tying goal with 20.9 seconds left in regulation.
Popular stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the host of the 77th Emmy Awards airing on CBS on Sept
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
The family of Lyle and Erik Menendez are blaming Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman as their aunt was hospitalized after seeing graphic crime scene images during a court session on Friday.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
A new investigation has been launched in regards to allegedly delayed evacuation orders for people living inside of the Eaton Fire Zone, based on 911 logs obtained by the LA Times. Nicole Comstock reports.
A group of Los Angeles-based manufacturers, who make their goods locally, said they are holding out hope that their businesses will persevere through the tariffs. Jasmine Viel reports.
Anaheim police opened fire on an allegedly armed assault suspect who led them on a wild pursuit through Orange County on Wednesday evening.
The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital where she is said to be in critical condition.
Security footage shows the driver inexplicably jumping a curb and running over the teen before driving away. Lauren Pozen reports.
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.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
