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Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
2 pedestrians injured during parking lot in Perris
Deputies say that the victims were father and son.
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Mark Burnett, "The Apprentice" creator, tapped as special envoy to the U.K.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
LA County teenage girl fatally stabbed by 18-year-old "acquaintance," sheriff says
A 17-year-old girl was stabbed to death by an 18-year-old man Friday night, according to the Los Angeles County's Sheriff's Department, which has described the suspect as an "acquaintance" of the victim.
TSA agents at LAX find replica guns, knives and more in carry-on, officials say
TSA agents at Los Angeles International Airport found knives, replica firearms and more in what the security agency has described as an "extremely concerning" discovery inside a woman's carry-on luggage, officials said Friday.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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Tracking where Starbucks single-use cups actually end up when recycled | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A CBS News investigation says that it probably isn't.
LA Metro unveils pilot metal detector program amid crime concerns
After a surge in Metro crime, Chair Janice Hahn rode the rails and buses with Senior Reporter Ross Palombo to discuss solutions. Now, one of those potential solutions is being tested at Union Station in Downtown LA.
Major Los Angeles County gun policy changes after KCAL investigation
A 2-year KCAL investigation now getting results after Senior Reporter Ross Palombo uncovered problems with how police buy and sell guns.
A KCAL News Investigation looks into LAUSD attendance records, and are they accurately reported?
Ross Palombo investigates possible attendance fraud, where marking students present when they're not actually in class, could be affecting an even larger amount of LAUSD schools than first thought.
Where does your plastic Starbucks cup end up when it's recycled? | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A KCAL News investigation says that it probably isn't. Ross Palombo takes a deeper look at the problem.
National problem tracing guns
There were 212 homicides last year in Los Angeles County, many of them from shootings. Ross Palombo investigates how gun tracing could be a factor in why some cases go unsolved.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
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Thousands of toys given away thanks to CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive donations
Thousands of children walked away with a new toy on Saturday after receiving just some of the many donations that were received by the CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive, a collaborative effort between the California Highway Patrol and KCAL news. Gio Insignares reports.
Last-minute holiday shoppers hit the stores on Super Saturday
More than 150 million people were expected to hit stores for Super Saturday, the last day before Christmas and Hannukkah, according to the National Retail Federation.
Police investigating burglary at Studio City home
Los Angeles Police are investigating a burglary that occurred at a Studio City home.
Thousands gather to bid farewell to beloved Irwindale Speedway
The roar of the engines filled Irwindale Speedway for one final ride on Saturday as the beloved facility closes its doors for good. Lauren Pozen reports.
CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive | Sweet James
Bobby Taghavi, Sweet James' Managing Partner joins Pat Harvey at the ChiPs for Kids Toy Drive to talk about the importance of spreading joy through sharing toys to children, his reason why, and more.
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James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
RJ Davis rallies North Carolina past No. 18 UCLA 76-74 in CBS Sports Classic
RJ Davis made the tying and go-ahead free throws with 13 seconds left, and North Carolina erased a 16-point deficit for a 76-74 victory over No. 18 UCLA on Saturday in the CBS Sports Classic at Madison Square Garden.
Nick Blankenburg scores in overtime as the Predators beat the Kings 3-2
Nick Blankenburg scored at 1:03 of overtime to help the Nashville Predators to a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings.
Kiki Rice scores 20 points as No. 1 UCLA beats Creighton 70-41 to stay unbeaten
Kiki Rice scored 20 points and No. 1 UCLA raced out to a big lead on the way to a 70-41 win over Creighton in the Invisalign Bay Area Women's Classic, winning without best player Lauren Betts.
Makar, Avalanche continue special teams success in 4-2 win over Ducks
Cale Makar had a power-play goal and an assist, Parker Kelly scored short-handed and the Colorado Avalanche capitalized on special teams to get a 4-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks.
World Series champion Dodgers top MLB luxury tax at $103 million as record 9 teams owe penalty
The Los Angeles Dodgers topped a record nine teams owing Major League Baseball's luxury tax this year with an unprecedented $103 million penalty.
Another record for LeBron James in the Lakers' 113-100 victory over the Kings
LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping the Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100 on Thursday night.
Taking advantage of an obscure rule, Chargers' Dicker makes NFL's first fair-catch kick in 48 years
Cameron Dicker of the Los Angeles Chargers made the first successful fair-catch kick in the NFL since 1976 on Thursday night.
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Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
2 pedestrians injured during parking lot in Perris
Deputies say that the victims were father and son.
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
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LA County teenage girl fatally stabbed by 18-year-old "acquaintance," sheriff says
A 17-year-old girl was stabbed to death by an 18-year-old man Friday night, according to the Los Angeles County's Sheriff's Department, which has described the suspect as an "acquaintance" of the victim.
TSA agents at LAX find replica guns, knives and more in carry-on, officials say
TSA agents at Los Angeles International Airport found knives, replica firearms and more in what the security agency has described as an "extremely concerning" discovery inside a woman's carry-on luggage, officials said Friday.
O.C. Post Office supervisor charged with stealing $281K in checks from mail
A supervisor at a U.S. Post Office in Costa Mesa has been arrested and charged with stealing over 20 checks totaling more than $281,000 from the mail, according to federal prosecutors.
Man and woman found shot to death inside Altadena home
Homicide detectives are investigating the deaths of a man and woman found fatally shot inside an Altadena home Friday night, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Suspect in LA County school stabbing allegedly beaten and harassed by classmates
A teen arrested after a pair of stabbings at Verdugo Hills High School says he was attacked and called racial slurs for months.
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Newport Beach kicks off its historic Boat Parade
Holiday joy lit up the sky and water in Orange County as the Newport Beach Boat Parade started this week.
Man who led police on wild multi-county pursuit sentenced to 13 years in prison
Johnny Anchondo led authorities on a wild pursuit through Orange and LA counties on Nov. 9, 2022, during which he crashed several times, rammed police cars and stole multiple vehicles.
Diocese of Orange reaches $3.5 million settlement in sex abuse lawsuit
The lawsuit alleged that a victim was abused by Michael Harris, a former priest and vice principal at Mater Dei in 1978.
Innocent driver killed as pursuit ends with violent crash in Orange County
The collision, which happened at the intersection of La Palma Avenue and Moody Street, left a woman in her 60s with fatal injuries, police said.
Kidnapping suspect arrested after pursuit through LA and Orange counties
The suspect allegedly kidnapped at least two women, including a case where a woman was held captive for roughly two weeks.
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2 pedestrians injured during parking lot in Perris
Deputies say that the victims were father and son.
Man arrested after stabbing another driver in Murrieta during suspected road rage incident
It happened at around noon on Dec. 18, when police were called to a 28000 block of Scott Road after learning of the incident, according to the Murrieta Police Department.
Former Riverside County Sheriff's Office employee arrested for stalking, kidnapping
The man, who was previously fired from RSO on allegations of sexual assault, was arrested on Thursday for kidnapping, stalking and unlawfully preventing wireless communications, according to investigators.
Lawsuit filed over transgender policies at Riverside school district
Emotions ran high at a Riverside Unified School Board Meeting in a culture war over girl's sports.
Despite trail closures on Mt. Baldy, people still seem to be hitting the area for hikes
Despite signs warning of trail closures on Mt. Baldy, locals say that some people seem to be ignoring the orders of the U.S. Forest Service for hikes.
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Tracking where Starbucks single-use cups actually end up when recycled | KCAL Investigates
Is your recycled Starbucks cup ending up where you expected? A CBS News investigation says that it probably isn't.
How the ATF's gun tracing system helped police find the gunman in the Monterey Park mass shooting
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.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
Metro data shows assaults have doubled compared to the same time last year
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
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Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Mark Burnett, "The Apprentice" creator, tapped as special envoy to the U.K.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
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2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Mark Burnett, "The Apprentice" creator, tapped as special envoy to the U.K.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
How a U.S. government shutdown could have impacted benefits and services
The U.S. government faced the threat of a shutdown if Congress didn't pass a spending bill before Dec. 21, 2024. Here's a look at the potential impact.
Biden signs government funding bill, averting a shutdown
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
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Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
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.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
California driver's licenses / ID cars become available on Apple Wallet
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.
Food4less workers overwhelmingly authorize strike after week of voting
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.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
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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California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency over bird flu
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Wednesday in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases in the state and across the country.
Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
Health officials issue warning after seven Westminster residents contract Legionnaire's Disease
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.
First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County
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.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
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."
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Ralphs files lawsuit seeking injunction against food trucks outside Pacific Palisades store
The lawsuit contends that multiple food truck operators have created constant nuisance outside of the store in the form of congestion, trash generation and rudeness to store employees.
Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.
Rare coin issued after California Gold Rush sold at auction for $1.4M
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 sues Pepsi and Coca-Cola over plastic bottles
Los Angeles County is taking on Pepsi and Coke for their role in plastic pollution.
Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement
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.
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James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
RJ Davis rallies North Carolina past No. 18 UCLA 76-74 in CBS Sports Classic
RJ Davis made the tying and go-ahead free throws with 13 seconds left, and North Carolina erased a 16-point deficit for a 76-74 victory over No. 18 UCLA on Saturday in the CBS Sports Classic at Madison Square Garden.
Nick Blankenburg scores in overtime as the Predators beat the Kings 3-2
Nick Blankenburg scored at 1:03 of overtime to help the Nashville Predators to a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings.
Kiki Rice scores 20 points as No. 1 UCLA beats Creighton 70-41 to stay unbeaten
Kiki Rice scored 20 points and No. 1 UCLA raced out to a big lead on the way to a 70-41 win over Creighton in the Invisalign Bay Area Women's Classic, winning without best player Lauren Betts.
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Blake Lively accuses "It Ends with Us" co-star of sexual harassment
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
Megan Thee Stallion asks for restraining order against Tory Lanez
Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.
Jamie Foxx hit by thrown glass in birthday dinner altercation at Beverly Hills restaurant, rep says
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs will remain in NYC jail after withdrawing bail appeal
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Paula Abdul settles lawsuit alleging sexual assault by "American Idol" producer
Paula Abdul and former "American Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe have agreed to settle a lawsuit in which she alleged he sexually assaulted her in the early 2000s when she was a judge on the show.
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Thousands of toys given away thanks to CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive donations
Thousands of children walked away with a new toy on Saturday after receiving just some of the many donations that were received by the CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive, a collaborative effort between the California Highway Patrol and KCAL news. Gio Insignares reports.
Last-minute holiday shoppers hit the stores on Super Saturday
More than 150 million people were expected to hit stores for Super Saturday, the last day before Christmas and Hannukkah, according to the National Retail Federation.
Police investigating burglary at Studio City home
Los Angeles Police are investigating a burglary that occurred at a Studio City home.
Thousands gather to bid farewell to beloved Irwindale Speedway
The roar of the engines filled Irwindale Speedway for one final ride on Saturday as the beloved facility closes its doors for good. Lauren Pozen reports.
CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive | Sweet James
Bobby Taghavi, Sweet James' Managing Partner joins Pat Harvey at the ChiPs for Kids Toy Drive to talk about the importance of spreading joy through sharing toys to children, his reason why, and more.
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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.
Remembering Chauncy Glover
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
LA Dodgers World Series Celebration
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers: 2024 World Series in Pictures
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
