Mayor: 'Doom And Gloom' Won't Stop Transportation Funding
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa wants members of Congress to know that despite the sour economy, he's bullish on the future of L.A. transportation.
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa wants members of Congress to know that despite the sour economy, he's bullish on the future of L.A. transportation.
Local families are being asked to open their wallets in the hopes that more schools won't be forced to close.
The mayor said the plan would generate up to $300 million for the city, but council members were a bit skeptical of his projections.
Analysts predict that for the first time since 2007, Los Angeles County will add more jobs than it loses.
Experts say Hollywood motion picture and television production should help the Los Angeles County economy by adding jobs this year.
The recession is putting a squeeze on Cal State students, who are not getting the classes they need or even ultimately deferring graduation.
With an export market ranked 23rd nationally, Inland Empire officials say it's time to think about better helping push its products globally.
The financially-battered state doled out a new record in unemployment benefits, and the slumping economic recovery may see that amount grow even more.
A local realtors' group says more households are financially eligible to buy a home in Los Angeles County in 2011.
The national unemployment rate dropped sharply in January to 9 percent, but Los Angeles and the rest of California saw virtually no improvement.
Councilman Bernard Parks warned the city faces no easy choices when it comes to to closing a budget gap estimated at up to $70 million.
Governor Jerry Brown's plans to shut down local redevelopment agencies to help fund the gaping state budget gap isn't going over well in Orange County.
The cash-strapped county is set to again run another deficit in 2011 and is considering a host of measures, including hiring freezes and benefit cuts.
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney says he hasn't decided yet whether to run for president in 2012, but says he's committed to "seeing that there's somebody in the race who understands the economy."
Gov. Jerry Brown gave the first State of the State speech of his new administration Monday, asking lawmakers to set aside their partisan differences for the good of California.
As long as unemployment stays high in California, more people will likely be forced out of their homes by foreclosure, a state panel warned on Monday.
Tough economic times and weak donations will force the closure of a 100-bed emergency homeless shelter this spring.
Everybody knows the love of money is the root of all evil, but a new study suggests Americans may love their money even more than their spouse.
Industry experts warn Riverside County is among the most distressed cities in the state when it comes to mortgages — and 2011 may not bring much more relief.
Officials say export volume at the Port of Los Angeles surpassed expectations in 2010, which Mayor Villaraigosa says is "good news".
Fewer Southland homeowners struggled to keep up with their mortgages in December, but there may be more turbulence for those with adjustable rate mortgages.
Bob McCormick looks at why assessment tests are so popular and how they help the potential employee.
The small screen led the way in 2010, growing 49.9 percent in the fourth quarter to end the year with an 11.9 percent gain over 2009.
The top financial official in LA County says he's worried some of the most vulnerable families in the county will be hardest hit by the new budget plan.
Councilwoman Janice Hahn is calling for a comprehensive study of the economic fallout from plans to lure an NFL team to Los Angeles with a brand-new stadium.
Nicole Stevens has permanent brain damage after a person on an e-scooter crashed into her while she was walking on a sidewalk.
The 47 Freeway and the Vincent Thomas Bridge reopened after firefighters cleared all the hazardous lithium-ion batteries that burned a big rig off the roadway Friday night.
A bill championed by Paris Hilton requiring state oversight and increased transparency at youth residential treatment facilities became law on Friday.
The attorney for the 18-year-old who claims to have grabbed the historic ball first believes he has a strong case.
LAPD investigators are trying to determine if all of the burglaries are connected.
The Vincent Thomas Bridge, running through the Port of Los Angeles, remains closed in both directions as fire crews remove a big rig that was carrying lithium-ion batteries and caught fire after flipping over.
Nicole Stevens has permanent brain damage after a person on an e-scooter crashed into her while she was walking on a sidewalk.
The 47 Freeway and the Vincent Thomas Bridge reopened after firefighters cleared all the hazardous lithium-ion batteries that burned a big rig off the roadway Friday night.
A bill championed by Paris Hilton requiring state oversight and increased transparency at youth residential treatment facilities became law on Friday.
The attorney for the 18-year-old who claims to have grabbed the historic ball first believes he has a strong case.
Nicole Stevens has permanent brain damage after a person on an e-scooter crashed into her while she was walking on a sidewalk.
The 47 Freeway and the Vincent Thomas Bridge reopened after firefighters cleared all the hazardous lithium-ion batteries that burned a big rig off the roadway Friday night.
A bill championed by Paris Hilton requiring state oversight and increased transparency at youth residential treatment facilities became law on Friday.
The attorney for the 18-year-old who claims to have grabbed the historic ball first believes he has a strong case.
LAPD investigators are trying to determine if all of the burglaries are connected.
A bill championed by Paris Hilton requiring state oversight and increased transparency at youth residential treatment facilities became law on Friday.
Dozens of cats and kittens are moving to their forever homes a month after officers seized the felines from an Irvine home.
The Santa Ana Department of Motor Vehicles building will reopen nearly a week after employees found a possible mold growth.
The shooting happened at around 3:30 p.m. in the 400 block of W. Camile Street, according to the Santa Ana Police Department.
Airport Fire victims filed claims against Orange County after investigators determined the a public works crew unintentionally started the destructive blaze.
A bill championed by Paris Hilton requiring state oversight and increased transparency at youth residential treatment facilities became law on Friday.
Flames were burning in San Bernardino County's Line Fire Thursday after it reached 83% containment. It scorched through tens of thousands of acres this month but no new evacuations orders have been issued after they were all lifted.
The skull was found just before noon on Tuesday in the equestrian area on a trail running along the Santa Ana River, deputies said.
Airport Fire victims filed claims against Orange County after investigators determined the a public works crew unintentionally started the destructive blaze.
The shooting happened in the Von's shopping center at the intersection of Cherry Avenue and Baseline Avenue, police said.
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.
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
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.
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
A South Florida man's lawsuit has temporarily stopped Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball from being sold.
Stadiums in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa have been picked as emergency locations.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted following a federal investigation, and the specific charges are now unsealed.
California has formally apologized for its role in perpetuating slavery in the state with the signing of a bill Thursday by Gov. Gavin Newsom, even as a larger push for reparations faces challenges.
In the ongoing fight against opioid addiction, Gov. Gavin Newson has signed a bill aimed at expanding access to methadone treatment in California.
Indicted NYC Mayor Eric Adams pleaded not guilty to federal bribery and campaign finance charges at his arraignment Friday.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted following a federal investigation, and the specific charges are now unsealed.
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 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.
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.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
In the ongoing fight against opioid addiction, Gov. Gavin Newson has signed a bill aimed at expanding access to methadone treatment in California.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Public health officials say this case is unrelated to the three other cases in Baldwin Park, which they called "unprecedented" last week.
The latest CDC survey found 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. were obese. A map shows the states with the highest and lowest rates.
So far there have been 20 reported cases of salmonella from patrons of Madre! Oaxacan restaurant in Valencia.
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 Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
A sweeping measure to regulate the development of artificial intelligence has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
A South Florida man's lawsuit has temporarily stopped Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball from being sold.
Stadiums in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa have been picked as emergency locations.
Shohei Ohtani singled in the go-ahead run before stealing his 56th base of the season in the sixth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the second-place San Diego Padres 4-3 to move within a victory of clinching the NL West.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have clinched their 11th National League West title in the last 12 years with a 7-2 win over their divisional rival in the San Diego Padres.
The Chicago White Sox avoided a record-breaking 121st loss for the second straight game, beating the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Andrew Benintendi's 10th-inning single.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
The adventure begins for 16 ordinary Americans as they embark on their trek to the top of the treacherous New Zealand Alps in 'The Summit.'
The industry data and analytics company Luminate said the music mogul's music saw an average 18.3% increase in on-demand streams.
Actors Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced the birth of their second child, daughter Méi June Mulaney, via surrogate.
In her new film, the actress plays an aging TV star who finds a sinister potion that can give her a younger, more perfect version of herself, but at a horrifying price. Moore, now 61, talks about having suffered due to the entertainment industry's toxic expectations of beauty.
The 47 Freeway and the Vincent Thomas Bridge reopened after firefighters cleared all the hazardous lithium-ion batteries that burned a big rig off the roadway Friday night.
Senator Ben Allen authored SB 1297 which allows Malibu, through a pilot program, to install up to five automated speed enforcement cameras to reduce speeding, particularly in high-risk areas like school zones.
Nicole Stevens has permanent brain damage after someone on an electric scooter crashed into her while she was walking on a sidewalk. Lauren Pozen reports.
The Los Angeles Police Department has assigned its organized retail crime task force to help find the group of teens responsible for 14 flash robberies at various 7-Eleven stores throughout the city. Tom Wait reports.
The fall spirit is on full display in Pomona tonight as one of the biggest pumpkin patches in Southern California opens at Cal Poly Pomona. Nicole Comstock reports.
The Bridge Fire in California's Angeles National Forest exploded to more than 34,000 acres Tuesday evening, prompting evacuations and road closures.
The Airport Fire burning in eastern Orange County is one of three brush fires continuing to rage in Southern California as hot temperatures and dry conditions challenge firefighting crews.
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.