RFK Jr. to gut vaccine promotion and HIV prevention office, sources say
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.
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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.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, is voicing support for the measles vaccine amid a deadly outbreak, mainly in Texas.
AstraZeneca says the spray could be available "as soon as next flu season."
Thousands of schools are below a critical threshold to achieve herd immunity against measles, a CBS News investigation found.
The decline was not accompanied by a rise in exemptions, the CDC says, suggesting many children could still catch up on their shots.
When honeybees get sick with American Foulbrood disease, their hives must be incinerated, impacting the bee population and, in turn, the global food supply.
Ohio's outbreak has already surpassed cases reported to the CDC in 2020 and 2021 combined.
In 2021, there were about 9 million measles cases and 128,000 measles deaths worldwide, according to the CDC and WHO.
Orange County medical professionals are preparing for an early flu season after seeing case surge in the southern hemisphere. Michele Gile reports.
Los Angeles County received only 28,000 doses of the monkeypox vaccine, less than half of what was requested. Nicole Comstock reports.
Cases are up over 30% from just a week ago.
A group called Access To Prevention, Advocacy, Intervention and Treatment is helping to reach diverse and underserved communities.
Los Angeles County Public Health officials announced plans to expand access to the monkeypox vaccine to high-risk people. Kandiss Crone reports.
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
A 56-year-old man was fatally shot in Long Beach.
The Pacific Coast Highway, closed to the public since the Palisades Fire, is set to reopen in time for summer.
Authorities reported Saturday that multiple people have been injured in a bus crash on the 15 Freeway in San Bernardino County.
Nearly 200,000 spectators are anticipated to attend the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Sunday.
Kentucky coach Mark Pope has dipped into the transfer portal by addinga quartet led by former Pittsburgh point guard Jaland Lowe, Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate, Tulane guard Kam Williams and Arizona forward Jayden Quaintance.
The Pacific Coast Highway, closed to the public since the Palisades Fire, is set to reopen in time for summer.
A 56-year-old man was fatally shot in Long Beach.
Nearly 200,000 spectators are anticipated to attend the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Sunday.
Authorities reported Saturday that multiple people have been injured in a bus crash on the 15 Freeway in San Bernardino County.
Dive teams are returning to the Hudson River on Saturday to try and recover the final pieces of wreckage from Thursday's fatal helicopter crash.
A 56-year-old man was fatally shot in Long Beach.
The Pacific Coast Highway, closed to the public since the Palisades Fire, is set to reopen in time for summer.
Authorities reported Saturday that multiple people have been injured in a bus crash on the 15 Freeway in San Bernardino County.
Nearly 200,000 spectators are anticipated to attend the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Sunday.
Wildlife officials are investigating an incident involving a small dog that died after a mountain lion attack in Moorpark.
A 56-year-old man was fatally shot in Long Beach.
Irvine police are asking for help from the public as they continue to search for an alleged thief who distracts her victims with a kiss while stealing their jewelry.
Two victims told investigators that he groomed and had sexual relationships with them while he worked as a wrestling coach at El Modena and Foothill High Schools between 2017 and 2023.
Deputies said that there is "no obvious connection" between the detainee and the victim.
Westminster police have publicly praised the 9-year-old girl who called 911 as her family's home was being broken into, allowing them to arrive promptly and take the suspect into custody before anyone was hurt.
The Riverside City Council passed an ordinance requiring 100 feet of defensible space around buildings in high-risk fire zones.
A Monclair sneaker store owner's frustration skyrocketed after smash-and-grab robbers hit his store once again Wednesday afternoon.
The department said the 14-year-old boy "assaulted the deputy" before the deputy pinned him to the ground and repeatedly punched the teen's face.
Riverside County said they have helped homeless youth find housing and effectively reduced the number of kids on the street to zero.
It happened on Saturday morning just after midnight at the restaurant located in the 39000 block of Avenida Acacias, said a Facebook post from the Murrieta Police Department.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
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.
President Trump's aggressive use of tariffs has fueled concerns about the economy and roiled the stock market.
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
The new U.S. attorney for Los Angeles and surrounding areas says he will investigate potential fraud and corruption involving funds intended to alleviate homelessness in Southern California.
The March Madness tournament came to an end Monday night as the Florida Gators took home the NCAA men's basketball championship.
Algae with domoic acid is sometimes called red tide, and biologists think runoff from the wildfires and ocean sediment brought up by the wind are feeding the blooms.
U.S. and Russian intelligence agencies negotiated an agreement to free American Ksenia Karelina in exchange for a Russian detainee.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Critics are celebrating its end, while supporters say they're concerned the university is capitulating to the Trump administration.
The new U.S. attorney for Los Angeles and surrounding areas says he will investigate potential fraud and corruption involving funds intended to alleviate homelessness in Southern California.
Two LA County prosecutors have filed lawsuits claiming that they were wrongfully demoted from their positions for their support of the Menendez brothers resentencing efforts.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
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.
A spokesperson for UMC Health System in Lubbock, Texas, said that the child was "receiving treatment for complications of measles while hospitalized" and was not vaccinated.
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
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.
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
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.
Kentucky coach Mark Pope has dipped into the transfer portal by addinga quartet led by former Pittsburgh point guard Jaland Lowe, Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate, Tulane guard Kam Williams and Arizona forward Jayden Quaintance.
The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Freddie Freeman off the injured list after he missed nine games with a right ankle injury that resulted from slipping in the shower at home.
The Los Angeles Angels placed right-handed reliever Ben Joyce on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his throwing shoulder.
Linebacker Troy Reeder has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Los Angeles Rams.
Young victims of the devastating Eaton Fire were treated to quite the surprise on Wednesday when they had a very "magic" visitor stop by the Pasadena Boys & Girls Club.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Sticking true to James' style and likeness, his Ken doll is an inch taller and comes in larger packaging than the standard doll.
During a TMZ/Fox interview from behind bars, the Menendez brothers said they still believe they'll see freedom one day despite a series of recent legal setbacks.
Two LA County prosecutors have filed lawsuits claiming that they were wrongfully demoted from their positions for their support of the Menendez brothers resentencing efforts.
Billie Jean King became the first woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the new sports entertainment category.
Rina Nakano meets Robbie Sherwood, the 11-year-old middle schooler who created a higher electrolyte, lower sugar sports drink than any competitor — all while still tasting delicious.
Long Beach is just about a week out from kicking off its inaugural Taco Week. Sheba Turk reports.
The excitement began building on Saturday, with drivers taking to the track for practice runs and qualifying rounds in preparation for the main event. Alys Martinez reports.
Nearly 200,000 spectators are anticipated to attend the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach this Sunday in Long Beach, California. Alys Martinez reports.
Temperatures are expected to cool down overall next week. Alex Biston reports.
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.
