Transformer Fire Causes Power Outage For 15K, Including Holiday Shoppers At Brea Mall
Things got tense inside the Brea Mall for holiday shoppers who were stopped in their tracks when the shopping center went dark.
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Things got tense inside the Brea Mall for holiday shoppers who were stopped in their tracks when the shopping center went dark.
Work crews spent Monday night coming up and down State Route 138 trying their best to restore power to nearly 3,000 homes in Crestline and Lake Arrowhead that were still in the dark — five days after the power went out.
Routes to Big Bear that were closed due to heavy snowfall reopened Sunday, and in nearby Lake Arrowhead firewood is being distributed to help those without power stay warm.
Thousands of people across Southern California should be prepared for the possibility of more planned power outages over the next several days as another wind event was forecast to hit the area.
SoCal Edison says they are aware of the outage and have crews on the scene, working to make repairs as quickly and as safely as possible.
Nearly 13,000 Southern California Edison customers were without power as of noon Thursday.
A vault explosion knocked out power to roughly 2,500 people Thursday evening.
Southern California Edison is considering shutting off power to high-risk areas if weather conditions get to the point of sparking a potential wildfire.
Glendale Water & Power kept their rolling power outages going as the mercury soared past 90 degrees Saturday.
One man tweeted testily, "Oh, ok. Don't worry. It's only 95 degrees right now."
Power went out to about 660 LADWP customers at about 2:50 a.m. Thursday in an area east of the 405 Freeway at Sunset Boulevard to Veteran Avenue and Bellagio Road.
A reported 2,100 customers were without power in the Santa Clarita area Monday night.
Southern California Edison officials say all remaining customers who had been without power since Friday night have had their service restored as of Sunday morning.
John Wayne Airport is getting back to normal following Friday's power outage that grounded all flights.
A power outage at John Wayne Airport in Orange County temporarily grounded all flights Friday evening.
A Glendale Water & Power substation failed Wednesday morning, causing multiple power outages around the city that lasted hours.
Police say a woman was driving the SUV and ran from the scene, leaving the passenger behind.
A Wednesday afternoon power outage knocked out electricity to a portion of downtown Los Angeles.
Travelers were temporarily stuck on airplanes at Los Angeles International Airport after a power surge caused for equipment to be rebooted Wednesday.
Gusty winds howled through the Los Angeles area Tuesday night, causing power outages and sending trees crashing onto cars, houses and even the 10 Freeway.
Thousands of people in parts of Los Angeles were without power Thursday night as strong winds whipped through the region.
Power is estimated to be restored by 8 p.m. in the area surrounding 1st and Vermont.
An apparent DUI crash into a tree that took out a power pole shut down a stretch of Huntington Drive in Monrovia.
The massive tree reportedly fell around 2:30 p.m. in the 800 block of Roanoke Road.
A civilian in Pacoima has been taken to the hospital in serious condition after a collision with an LAFD fire engine.
This Women's History Month, we're raising a glass to women in wine. In a male-dominated industry, Helen Johannesen and Briana O'Connor are leading the way, showing what women are capable of and creating opportunities to educate and empower their peers. We'll toast to that!
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Sunday near Tonga, a nation of more than 170 islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
Crowds gathered at the Tesla dealership in Pasadena this weekend, protesting against budget cuts Tesla founder Elon Musk is making with the Trump Administration.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
Crowds gathered at the Tesla dealership in Pasadena this weekend, protesting against budget cuts Tesla founder Elon Musk is making with the Trump Administration.
A civilian in Pacoima has been taken to the hospital in serious condition after a collision with an LAFD fire engine.
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Sunday near Tonga, a nation of more than 170 islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
Most Americans say the matter of Trump administration officials discussing U.S. military plans on the Signal app is serious.
A civilian in Pacoima has been taken to the hospital in serious condition after a collision with an LAFD fire engine.
The incident happened just before 6 p.m. in the 7100 block of Santa Monica Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Connor Lees went missing on Dec. 4 while free diving in Long Beach.
It happened a little after 1 p.m. in the 1200 block of S. Westlake Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The man fled from his car following the chase, climbing a tree and prompting a standoff with authorities.
The ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven store at 763 N. Euclid Street, according to the California Lottery.
The shooting happened in the parking lot of Riverview Park at around 9:40 p.m. on Friday, police said.
San Clemente's Lost Surfboards by Mayhem filed a $100 million lawsuit against Lady Gaga over her new "Mayhem" album.
Around 4:10 a.m., deputies arrived at the Niguel Road and Ritz Pointe Drive complex after a call came in about a woman screaming at the site.
The group Protect HB filed the lawsuit claiming that the Huntington Beach City Council members deliberately misled the public.
The pursuit suspect drove the stolen car through a red light and slammed into the side of Clarissa Cano's car.
Riverside County prosecutors charged a Lake Elsinore Unified School District employee with child sexual abuse and possession of child sexual assault material.
A state senator from Southern California introduced a bill to allow prosecutors to charge people who make "swatting" calls against schools, hospitals and houses of worship.
Two people were killed, 35 structures were destroyed and more than 28,000 acres burned in 2022 when the Fairview Fire erupted in Hemet.
The shooting happened at around 8:15 a.m. on March 16 while two drivers were involved in a dispute over a lane change, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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.
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.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
David Pearce was convicted of first-degree murder for the deaths of Christy Giles and Hilda Marcela Cabrales after a night of partying in Los Angeles. He was also found guilty of raping seven other women who came forward to testify at his trial.
Yoán Moncada hit an RBI single against his former team in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Angels blanked the Chicago White Sox 1-0.
Protesters are trying to escalate a movement targeting Tesla dealerships and vehicles in opposition to Elon Musk's role in DOGE.
Zalmay Khalilzad, a former U.S. envoy to Kabul who is working on Taliban hostage releases, posted a picture of Faye Hall smiling with Qatar representatives ahead of her departure from Afghanistan on Saturday.
Crowds gathered at the Tesla dealership in Pasadena this weekend, protesting against budget cuts Tesla founder Elon Musk is making with the Trump Administration.
Most Americans say the matter of Trump administration officials discussing U.S. military plans on the Signal app is serious.
Protesters are trying to escalate a movement targeting Tesla dealerships and vehicles in opposition to Elon Musk's role in DOGE.
The nonprofit institute's mission is to promote conflict resolution and the prevention of conflicts globally.
Much of the federal government's efforts to buoy lagging childhood vaccination rates have been run through the Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy.
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 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 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.
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.
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
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.
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.
Defender Christopher McVey scored 21 minutes into the match to spark a three-goal first half and expansion side San Diego FC held on to beat Los Angeles FC 3-2 at Snapdragon Stadium.
The longtime organist of the Los Angeles Dodgers has died.
Luis Muriel scored in the final minute of regulation off a free kick after a late penalty-kick goal by Martín Ojeda and Orlando City stunned the Los Angeles Galaxy 2-1 at Dignity Health Sports Park, leaving the defending champions still looking for their first victory six matches into the season.
The Los Angeles Dodgers extended their perfect start to the season with a 7-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
Austin Reaves had 31 points and eight assists, Luka Doncic added 29 points and nine assists and the Los Angeles Lakers held on for a 134-127 win over Memphis in the Grizzlies' first game under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo.
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
Gal Gadot, who starred in "Wonder Woman" and "Fast and Furious" movies, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, but not before the ceremony was briefly disrupted by dueling protests over the war in the Middle East.
Carl Erik Rinsch, known for directing the film "47 Ronin," is charged with wire fraud and money laundering for allegedly spending millions meant to fund a Netflix sci-fi series.
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.
This Women's History Month, we're raising a glass to women in wine. In a male-dominated industry, Helen Johannesen and Briana O'Connor are leading the way, showing what women are capable of and creating opportunities to educate and empower their peers. Erica Olsen reports.
Crowds gathered at the Tesla dealership in Pasadena this weekend, protesting against budget cuts Tesla founder Elon Musk is making with the Trump Administration. Alys Martinez reports.
Someone is waking up as a big winner Sunday morning with a Powerball ticket worth half a billion dollars. Rachel Kim and Sheba Turk report.
The week is expected to be cooler, with temperatures reaching the 60s. Showers are possible from Sunday to Monday, and again on Thursday. Alex Biston reports.
Days away from National Ramen bar, Jinya Ramen Bar joins KCAL News Morning to show Rachel Kim some ramen dishes that are a must-try. From rich and creamy dishes to live demonstrations, Jinya Ramen Bar shows it all to KCAL Weekend Morning News.
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.
