Special Olympic Games Kick Off In LA
The First Lady said the athletes were an example to the millions of people watching the event on television.
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The First Lady said the athletes were an example to the millions of people watching the event on television.
Thousands of athletes are getting ready to compete in the Special Olympics World Games here in Los Angeles.
The Special Olympics features athletes with intellectual disabilities competing in such sports as swimming, basketball, track and field, and gymnastics.
The LAUSD's Inspector General has accused Binkle of mismanagement and a conflict of interest.
Continuing a longstanding tradition, CBS will broadcast The 37th Annual Kennedy Center Honors.
First lady Michelle Obama spent the last of her visit to Los Angeles speaking at two events benefiting causes she holds close to her heart.
First Lady Michelle Obama Wednesday began a three-day visit to California.
School board members have approved a plan to rename a San Fernando Valley elementary school after First Lady Michelle Obama.
The three major credit bureaus say hackers who have posted credit reports on stars and government officials in recent days did not breach secure databases but relied on personal information they collected elsewhere on the public figures.
No one can equate to God. And, it's about time someone stood up to Jamie Foxx and his ilk to teach them that – or at least try to teach them that.
First Lady Michelle Obama visited Los Angeles Thursday for a campaign fundraiser and talk show appearance.
While Michelle Obama was complaining to the media that yesterday wasn't much of a 20th anniversary for her and her husband, Mitt Romney was planning his anniversary gift to be presented on the national stage – a slam dunk performance in the first presidential debate against the basketball-loving president.
Preparing for this debate has got to be the most depressing thing Obama has ever done. He must be staring at facts and figures that he can hardly believe – and then realize he has to defend them come Wednesday night – with his biggest critic, Mitt Romney – and the nation – staring at him. It's going to be terrible for Obama.
In recent decades, the government has taken to feeding needy children to combat the negativity of trying to learn while being hungry. Now, with new Obama administration regulations on school lunches, we have a government that is causing hunger.
The early returns are in and, according to the Neilson rating company, the Democrats beat the Republicans... and the NFL.
The Republican and Democratic National Conventions of 2012 – yawn-per-yawn – have to be the most uninspiring political conventions in recent history.
Sitting in the Time Warner Cable Arena last night I was struck by how different the Democratic National Convention was from the Republican event last week. Unlike the Republicans in Tampa, Democrats focused on the fight to preserve the middle class and the American Dream.
What a difference four horrendous years makes. Thinking back to the Democratic National Convention of 2008 and now seeing what's going on in Charlotte, North Carolina this week at the Democratic National Convention of 2012 shows stark differences. The Democrats have no star power and pale in comparison to the Republicans' star-packed convention in Tampa.
Statement by the President on the Passing of Neil Armstrong
With President Barack Obama's Vice President Joe Biden messing up more and more on the campaign trail as time passes, rumors of Biden being sent home to Delaware for good have abounded since last Friday. Will Hillary Clinton step into his place to save the White House for Obama and the Democrats?
Michelle Obama is most often recognized for her sense of style and grace. So it is very "fitting" that Mikki Taylor, the editor-at-large for Essence Magazine, chose to use the First Lady as her muse in "Commander in Chic: Every Woman's Guide to Managing Her Style Like a First Lady." Taylor stopped by KCAL9 Friday to spill secrets about her new book.
It's "ADD-vocado Season" at SUBWAY® restaurants nationwide! Chef Robert Irvine is joining forces with the sandwich chain, promising to eat avocado every day for the next 84 days. He stopped by KCAL9 Thursday to talk about his culinary quest and his show "Restaurant: Impossible."
UCLA student Cameron Hajialiakbar was among 10 people honored at a White House ceremony Thursday as a "Champion of Change."
First Lady Michelle Obama is pushing for fresh, healthy food in one of Southern California's most impoverished neighborhoods. She spoke at the future site of a Northgate Gonzales Market in Inglewood Wednesday morning.
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An Orange County judge charged with murdering his wife will face a jury once again with a new trial date set for next month, his attorney said Thursday.
A person was rescued from their vehicle, trapped in rushing water at Trabuco Creek and Rosenbaum roads in San Juan Capistrano.
KCAL Cares is teaming up with the Los Angeles Sentinel to help residents who have lost their homes during the Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
California Highway Patrol officers were escorting drivers along the 5 Freeway in the Tejon Pass amid snowfall in the area Thursday, as an intense storm moved over the Southern California region bringing heavy rain and flooding.
An EF0 tornado touched down in Los Angeles County early Thursday morning, causing damage to a Pico Rivera neighborhood, the National Weather Service said.
A total lunar eclipse will make the moon appear red across the Western Hemisphere during the "Blood Worm Moon" this week.
An Orange County judge charged with murdering his wife will face a jury once again with a new trial date set for next month, his attorney said Thursday.
A person was rescued from their vehicle, trapped in rushing water at Trabuco Creek and Rosenbaum roads in San Juan Capistrano.
California Highway Patrol officers were escorting drivers along the 5 Freeway in the Tejon Pass amid snowfall in the area Thursday, as an intense storm moved over the Southern California region bringing heavy rain and flooding.
An Orange County judge charged with murdering his wife will face a jury once again with a new trial date set for next month, his attorney said Thursday.
A person was rescued from their vehicle, trapped in rushing water at Trabuco Creek and Rosenbaum roads in San Juan Capistrano.
KCAL Cares is teaming up with the Los Angeles Sentinel to help residents who have lost their homes during the Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
California Highway Patrol officers were escorting drivers along the 5 Freeway in the Tejon Pass amid snowfall in the area Thursday, as an intense storm moved over the Southern California region bringing heavy rain and flooding.
Firefighters responded around 6 a.m. to Soboba Road and Chabela Drive, where the vehicles were nearly completely covered in mud.
A person was rescued from their vehicle, trapped in rushing water at Trabuco Creek and Rosenbaum roads in San Juan Capistrano.
Orange County issued evacuation orders to residents living in the canyons near the Airport Fire burn scar.
With the deportation of undocumented immigrants underway, Orange County leaders have passed a resolution to keep families together.
The man was arrested following a brief police chase in Anaheim.
Santa Ana police released body camera footage from the pursuit that ended on the Newport Beach Pier.
San Bernardino County deputies have allowed Loma Linda children's hospital staff to return to the facility after finding no active threat inside Wednesday night.
Verm Miller, once accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at a Coachella rally, filed a $100 million lawsuit against Riverside County and the Sheriff's Department for slander and libel.
The chase began on Monday morning when police were searching for the man involved in an alleged domestic assault over the weekend.
Santa Ana police released body camera footage from the pursuit that ended on the Newport Beach Pier.
The chase began near Cabazon at around 9:15 a.m. on Sunday, at which point deputies were called for reports of a carjacking and kidnapping that had happened.
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.
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states.
Starbucks will replace its plastic cups at select locations in California and several other states. Ross Palombo reports.
A KCAL News investigation has found that there are possibly hundreds of fire hydrants across the Los Angeles area that need maintenance or repair. Ross Palombo reports.
The Senate plans to take up a House-passed bill to fund the government through September beginning on Friday, which needs the support of Democrats to move forward.
The suit from 20 states and the District of Columbia comes two days after the federal agency fired more than 1,300 employees.
A total lunar eclipse will make the moon appear red across the Western Hemisphere during the "Blood Worm Moon" this week.
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
A hurricane modeling specialist fired from the National Weather Service said progress on forecast accuracy may "go backwards" if job cuts continue.
The Senate plans to take up a House-passed bill to fund the government through September beginning on Friday, which needs the support of Democrats to move forward.
The suit from 20 states and the District of Columbia comes two days after the federal agency fired more than 1,300 employees.
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
There has been quite a bit of tariff whiplash on Tuesday between the U.S. and Canada.
The House narrowly approved a stopgap measure Tuesday to keep the government funded through September.
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 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.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Democratic philanthropist George Soros and actor-director Denzel Washington were awarded the nation's highest civilian honor.
Insurance companies in California will have to offer coverage to homeowners in wildfire-prone areas under a new state regulation that was announced Monday.
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.
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.
Noah Clowney scored 19 points and the Brooklyn Nets beat visiting Los Angeles Lakers 111-108 on Monday night.
Harris has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $9.25 million with the Chargers.
Cornerback Donte Jackson and the Los Angeles Chargers have agreed on a two-year, $13 million deal, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press.
Jimmy Garoppolo is staying with the Los Angeles Rams to back up Matthew Stafford, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
Khalil Mack will remain with the Los Angeles Chargers after agreeing to a one-year deal on Monday.
D'Wayne Wiggins, Oakland musician and a founding member of the soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné! died Friday morning at age 64, the group announced on its Instagram page.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were honored on stage at the Oscars ceremony on Sunday, met with a standing ovation from some of Hollywood's biggest names.
"Anora" won big at the 2025 Oscars. Here's the full list of who won and was nominated for this year's Academy Awards.
"Sunday Morning" looks back on the brilliant career of Gene Hackman, and talks with Brad Dourif (Hackman's co-star in "Mississippi Burning") and Hollywood Reporter chief film critic David Rooney about a star who refused to be typecast.
Alex Dvorak, writer, model and executive producer talks about the dark comedy film, “Bad Survivor,” related to her story of living through cancer treatments.
A winter storm over Southern California is bringing heavy rain, snow, flooding and other chilly conditions which are expected to peak later Thursday while some remain through the beginning of the weekend.
Danny Bakewell Jr. of the Los Angeles Sentinel sits down with KCAL News in this edition of Community Insider to discuss the next phase of wildfire recovery and rebuilding for LA, weeks after blazes left a trail of destruction.
With the Tokyo Series in full swing, Dodgers fans can find tributes to greats like Fernando Valenzuela and Jackie Robinson at a special MLB exhibit at the Tokyo Node. Darren Haynes takes us for an inside look.
Dangerous road conditions were being seen in the mountains of Southern California, including along the 5 Freeway in the Tejon Pass, as a winter storm brought heavy snow to the region Thursday.
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.
