Man dies in overnight El Monte apartment fire
Firefighters discovered a dead body after extinguishing a blaze in a two-story apartment building in El Monte early Monday morning. Lauren Pozen reports.
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Firefighters discovered a dead body after extinguishing a blaze in a two-story apartment building in El Monte early Monday morning. Lauren Pozen reports.
The widow of slain El Monte Police Sgt. Michael Paredes and her attorney are scheduled to announce legal action against L.A. County District Attorney George Gascón and the county Tuesday over the sergeant's shooting death in June.
El Monte Police Department Chief Ben Lowry, who led the department following the fatal shooting of two officers, died on Monday. He was 45.
A police officer who was injured during an attempted robbery in El Monte was released from the hospital Saturday after attempting to intervene when a suspect was attacking a worker at a DD's Discount location.
Sky9 was over the 12000 block of Valley Boulevard where an El Monte police officer was injured in a fight. At least two people were transported to the hospital, though it's unclear if one of those people are the officer.
Law enforcement officers are expected to show up in force for the memorial of Officer Joseph Santana and Corporal Michael Paredes. Marci Gonzalez reports.
The two El Monte Police officers killed in a shooting last Tuesday were honored at a vigil at Upland High School Tuesday evening, hours after Corporal Michael Paredes was posthumously promoted to Sergeant.
In a press conference Tuesday, District Attorney George Gascón offered a stern rebuttal to growing criticism of his office's handling of the man who killed two El Monte Police officers last week. Jeff Nguyen reports.
Lauren Pozen reports from the El Monte Civic Center where hundreds of people gathered for an emotional vigil to honor the lives of two police officers shot and killed Tuesday while investing a stabbing.
The mother of one of the slain El Monte officers added that the suspect "probably got out because of Gascon letting all these criminals out."
Kara Finnstrom reports from El Monte, where residents prepare to hold a candlelight vigil for the two fallen police officers who were fatally shot on Tuesday. She spoke with several community members who contain to reel in the aftermath of the tragic event that has shaken their community.
Kara Finnstrom reports from El Monte, where a memorial for the two fallen police officers killed in the line of duty on Tuesday has continued to grow over recent days. The city has planned a vigil for the two as they pay their respects for the hometown heroes.
The city canceled two of its events — the farmers market and dine-in movie night. Lauren Pozen reports
After a deadly shooting in El Monte, Olga Garcia only has memories of her son left. Garcia's son, 31-year-old Joseph Santana was one of the two El Monte Police officers killed during a gunfight outside of the Siesta Inn off Garvey and Central Avenues on Tuesday night.
Kara Finnstrom reports from El Monte where a memorial for the two police officers fatally shot and killed Tuesday has continued to grow to honor their memory. As news continues to break, the city takes more steps to remember their fallen heroes.
Kara Finnstrom reports from the El Monte Police Department headquarters where a growing memorial points to the effect the residents feel their law enforcement has on their community. As news continues to come to light, city officials have planned a candlelight vigil for the two fallen officers.
Corporal Michael Paredes and Officer Joseph Santana were responding to a report of a stabbing at Siesta Inn Motel when they were ambushed, according to El Monte officials. Both of them had deep ties to the city. Lauren Pozen reports.
Tina Patel provides updates from the scene of the fatal shooting, a motel in El Monte, where two officers were shot and killed while investigating reports of a stabbing in the area.
Dozens of local law enforcement units joined the procession held for the two El Monte Police officers who were fatally shot while investigating a stabbing at a motel Tuesday. Kara Finnstrom reports on the community reaction.
The El Monte community continues to reel in the aftermath of the fatal shooting of two El Monte Police officers Tuesda evening. Kara Finnstrom reports from the area where locals have already begun to offer support and condolences for their fallen heroes, as fellow officers hold procession.
Tina Patel reports from El Monte, where two El Monte Police officers were fatally shot Tuesday evening when responding to reports of a stabbing. The scene was still blocked off as investigators worked to determine what led up to the shooting.
Authorities with the LA County Sheriff's Department and the El Monte Police Department update the public and the press with the latest information regarding the shooting death of two El Monte Police officers, near Garvey and Central Avenues Tuesday. The shooting suspect was also killed.
City officials said the two officers were investigating a possible stabbing at the Siesta Inn. The officers were ambushed with gunfire upon arrival. Jake Reiner reports.
According to the Los Angeles County Fire Department, law enforcement transported the two officers to a hospital in unknown conditions. They died later that evening according to the City of El Monte. Jake Reiner reports.
Retired LAPD pilot Dave Avila joins CBS2's Pat Harvey by phone to provide commentary on breaking news that two El Monte Police officers were transported to the hospital by fellow officers after a shooting incident. A suspect is also down and in unknown condition.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving a synthetic opioid that is possibly more dangerous than fentanyl.
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The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving a synthetic opioid that is possibly more dangerous than fentanyl.
Los Angeles County deputies arrested a 19-year-old on Thursday for allegedly killing four people at a home in Lancaster over the weekend.
Disgraced Los Angeles County politician Mark Ridley-Thomas' legal team presented their argument to overturn his conviction to a federal appellate panel on Thursday.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving a synthetic opioid that is possibly more dangerous than fentanyl.
Los Angeles County deputies arrested a 19-year-old on Thursday for allegedly killing four people at a home in Lancaster over the weekend.
Disgraced Los Angeles County politician Mark Ridley-Thomas' legal team presented their argument to overturn his conviction to a federal appellate panel on Thursday.
Investigators said the groping happened on a bus bench at the Lake Avenue Metro Train Station.
Bodycam footage shows how a Santa Monica police officer survived a violent ambush outside of his station last month.
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.
The cat was scared up a tree by one of the neighborhood's small dogs before getting tranquilized and relocated by wildlife officials.
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The student told police that the alleged relationship was ongoing for six months.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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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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.
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Shohei Ohtani becomes the second player named MVP in both the American and National leagues.
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President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
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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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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."
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 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.
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 is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
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 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.
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Shohei Ohtani becomes the second player named MVP in both the American and National leagues.
Sebastian Mack scored 21 points, Tyler Bilodeau hit 4 of 4 from 3-point range and finished with 20 points and UCLA beat Idaho State 84-70.
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 24 shots, Jason Zucker scored the game's only goal, and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Los Angeles Kings 1-0.
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Freddie Freeman's historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series is hitting the auction block.
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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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Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died at age 81.
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Desmond Shaw flies to the SR-241 Toll Road.
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