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Deputies search for man last seen on a sailboat right before a storm near Catalina Island
Los Angeles County deputies need help finding a 71-year-old last seen getting onto a boat near Catalina Island right before a storm earlier this month.
Homicide investigation underway after man found shot to death in Brea
Investigators do not believe there is any threat to the community and that they have identified all parties connected to the shooting.
Dependent adult kidnapped by a man the victim met on social media
A dependent adult from Claremont was kidnapped and taken to Arizona by a man they met on social media, police said.
Who won Emmy Awards for 2024? See the full winners list here
The full list of who won and who was nominated at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
Murrieta police utilizing new fleet of drones to combat crime
The program, which was launched in July, has had at least 50 successful deployments that helped officers, so much so that they plan to expand the service in 2024.
Christina Applegate, who has MS, gets standing ovation at Emmys
Christina Applegate, who said in 2021 that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, got a standing ovation as she came out using a cane during the Emmy Awards.
Investigators seeking additional victims of Anaheim sexual assault suspect
Investigators have connected the suspect, 36-year-old Anaheim man Sione Mounga Vea, to at least three sexual assault cases and are working to determine if there are additional victims.
On-location filming in LA sees sharp decline after WGA, SAG-AFTRA strikes
A new report shows that on-location filming in LA saw a 36.4% decrease in the last quarter of 2023 due to the lengthy WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
50-year-old family-owned restaurant pushed out of Little Tokyo, owner says
The Little Tokyo community is calling for a change as more and more legacy Japanese businesses are closing down.
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7-Eleven robbery, severe weather travel impacts, Coachella 2024 headliners announced | The Rundown
Tonight, a new video shows the moments four suspected thieves swam a Carson 7-Eleven with guns drawn. KCAL News reporter Lesley Marin shows what happened after a deputy entered the convenience store. Plus, severe weather in much of the country is impacting travel. Today alone, around 10-thousand flights were either canceled or delayed. Also, the Coachella headliners are out! They are Lana Del Rey, Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, and No Doubt. Your top stories at the top of the hour, weekdays at 2p, 3p, and 7p streaming on CBS News Los Angeles.
Murrieta police using new fleet of drones to fight crime from above
Jeff Nguyen reports from Murrieta, where he speaks with police about the recent successes of their newest deployment, a fleet of drones helping them fight crime from the skies.
Man thrown out of an RV in the middle of a busy freeway lives to tell the tale
A man was launched from his RV after he collided with a center divider on the 14 Freeway on Monday. He miraculously survived. KCAL reporter Jasmine Viel goes to the hospital to talk to Cordell Patrick.
Twin strikes led to drastic decline in on-location shooting in Los Angeles
A new report shows that on-location filming in LA saw a 36.4% decrease in the last quarter of 2023 due to the lengthy WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Amanda Starrantino reports.
Local whale watchers spend 40 years offering observations to science
Laurie Perez profiles a local group of whale watchers, who instead of hitting the ocean, look on from above in Rancho Palos Verdes. They've been doing so for the last four decades, offering the information they gather to scientists studying climate change.
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Hintz, Pavelski each score 18th goal of season in Stars' 5-1 win over Kings
Roope Hintz and Joe Pavelski each scored his 18th goal this season to share the team lead, and Jake Oettinger won a matchup of Western Conference All-Star goaltenders as the Dallas Stars pulled away from the Los Angeles Kings for a 5-1 victory.
Ethan Bear scores his 1st goal in a year as the Capitals shut out the Ducks 2-0
Bear scored his first NHL goal in almost exactly a year, Darcy Kuemper stopped all 24 shots he faced and the Washington Capitals beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 to keep pace in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
LAFC hires Giorgio Chiellini as a player development coach
Former Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini has been hired as a player development coach by Major League Soccer's Los Angeles FC, one month after his retirement as a player.
2026 NBA All-Star Game to be played at LA Clippers' new arena
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will be held at the LA Clippers' new Inglewood arena, the Intuit Dome, according to officials.
Jason Kelce informs Eagles teammates he's retiring: reports
Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has told teammates he's retiring from the NFL after 13 seasons, according to multiple reports.
LeBron James, Anthony Davis lead the Lakers to a 112-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder
Anthony Davis had 27 points and 15 rebounds, LeBron James scored 25 and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped the Oklahoma City Thunder's four-game winning streak with a 112-105 victory.
Trevor Moore scores twice as Kings snap skid by beating Hurricanes 5-2
Trevor Moore scored two goals and the Los Angeles Kings snapped an eight-game winless streak by beating the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2.
Jim Harbaugh interviews with Los Angeles Chargers about head coach opening
Jim Harbaugh has interviewed with the Los Angeles Chargers for their head coaching vacancy, a week after he led the University of Michigan to a national title.
USC hires longtime Rams defensive line coach Eric Henderson as co-defensive coordinator
Defensive line coach Eric Henderson is leaving the Los Angeles Rams to join Lincoln Riley's staff at Southern California as the co-defensive coordinator.
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How community groups helped hundreds of migrants bussed in from Texas
For months, migrants have arrived in Los Angeles on controversial buses chartered from Texas. With a lack of coordination from the Lone Star state, community groups stepped in to help bring things under control and helped hundreds across Southern California.
How Los Angeles police are fighting back against organized retail theft
KCAL senior reporter Ross Palombo gets an unprecedented look into the tactics the LAPD uses to stop retail theft.
Federal Judge orders school district in Riverside County to change policing policies following shocking arrest of disabled student
A federal court ruling involving a controversial arrest within Moreno Valley Unified School District could lead to big changes in school policies nationwide.
Did a 2018 memo outlining potential freeway fire hazards get ignored?
Caltrans engineers warned the department about the possibility of fires raging under freeways if flammable materials were allowed to be stored there. However, it appears these guidelines may have been ignored.
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Deputies search for man last seen on a sailboat right before a storm near Catalina Island
Los Angeles County deputies need help finding a 71-year-old last seen getting onto a boat near Catalina Island right before a storm earlier this month.
Homicide investigation underway after man found shot to death in Brea
Investigators do not believe there is any threat to the community and that they have identified all parties connected to the shooting.
Dependent adult kidnapped by a man the victim met on social media
A dependent adult from Claremont was kidnapped and taken to Arizona by a man they met on social media, police said.
Who won Emmy Awards for 2024? See the full winners list here
The full list of who won and who was nominated at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
Murrieta police utilizing new fleet of drones to combat crime
The program, which was launched in July, has had at least 50 successful deployments that helped officers, so much so that they plan to expand the service in 2024.
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Deputies search for man last seen on a sailboat right before a storm near Catalina Island
Los Angeles County deputies need help finding a 71-year-old last seen getting onto a boat near Catalina Island right before a storm earlier this month.
On-location filming in LA sees sharp decline after WGA, SAG-AFTRA strikes
A new report shows that on-location filming in LA saw a 36.4% decrease in the last quarter of 2023 due to the lengthy WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
50-year-old family-owned restaurant pushed out of Little Tokyo, owner says
The Little Tokyo community is calling for a change as more and more legacy Japanese businesses are closing down.
No Doubt to reunite at Coachella 2024; other headliners announced
Gwen Stefani and No Doubt will reunite for the first time since 2015 when they perform at Coachella 2024, joining other headliners like Doja Cat, Tyler, the Creator and Lana Del Rey.
Police interrupt morning mass at Placentia Catholic church searching for armed suspect
The Catholic church's livestream video captured the incident, with the shouts of police officers halting Holy Communion, and showing parishioners with their hands up, following police commands.
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Homicide investigation underway after man found shot to death in Brea
Investigators do not believe there is any threat to the community and that they have identified all parties connected to the shooting.
Investigators seeking additional victims of Anaheim sexual assault suspect
Investigators have connected the suspect, 36-year-old Anaheim man Sione Mounga Vea, to at least three sexual assault cases and are working to determine if there are additional victims.
No Doubt to reunite at Coachella 2024; other headliners announced
Gwen Stefani and No Doubt will reunite for the first time since 2015 when they perform at Coachella 2024, joining other headliners like Doja Cat, Tyler, the Creator and Lana Del Rey.
Police interrupt morning mass at Placentia Catholic church searching for armed suspect
The Catholic church's livestream video captured the incident, with the shouts of police officers halting Holy Communion, and showing parishioners with their hands up, following police commands.
San Clemente beach stabilization project postponed for two months
A beach stabilization project already underway in San Clemente has been delayed for at least two months, according to Orange County legislators.
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Dependent adult kidnapped by a man the victim met on social media
A dependent adult from Claremont was kidnapped and taken to Arizona by a man they met on social media, police said.
Murrieta police utilizing new fleet of drones to combat crime
The program, which was launched in July, has had at least 50 successful deployments that helped officers, so much so that they plan to expand the service in 2024.
No Doubt to reunite at Coachella 2024; other headliners announced
Gwen Stefani and No Doubt will reunite for the first time since 2015 when they perform at Coachella 2024, joining other headliners like Doja Cat, Tyler, the Creator and Lana Del Rey.
Thieves steal cookies from Inland Empire boba shop during overnight burglary
A group of thieves busted into a boba shop in the Inland Empire. Since the business was cashless, they stole anything they could including a bunch of cookies.
3 suspects arrested following burglary of Chino Hills pharmacy, pursuit
One of the suspects has been charged with attempted murder for dragging a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputy 30 feet during an arrest attempt.
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How community groups helped hundreds of migrants bussed in from Texas
For months, migrants have arrived in Los Angeles on controversial buses chartered from Texas. With a lack of coordination from the Lone Star state, community groups stepped in to help bring things under control and helped hundreds across Southern California.
How Los Angeles police are fighting back against organized retail theft
KCAL senior reporter Ross Palombo gets an unprecedented look into the tactics the LAPD uses to stop retail theft.
Federal Judge orders school district in Riverside County to change policing policies following shocking arrest of disabled student
A federal court ruling involving a controversial arrest within Moreno Valley Unified School District could lead to big changes in school policies nationwide.
Did a 2018 memo outlining potential freeway fire hazards get ignored?
Caltrans engineers warned the department about the possibility of fires raging under freeways if flammable materials were allowed to be stored there. However, it appears these guidelines may have been ignored.
KCAL Investigates: Stabbing that went unreported for hours raises concerns about school safety
A stabbing at an LAUSD school that went unreported for hours has raised concerns about student's safety.
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Rangers owner James Dolan and Harvey Weinstein accused of sexual assault
Kellye Croft, who worked as a massage therapist for Dolan and his band while they were on tour, alleged in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that Dolan "unlawfully trafficked her for his own sexual gratification."
Contrails from airplanes are warming the planet. Could AI offer a solution?
Feathery white lines of condensation left behind airplanes, known as contrails, add to warming the planet. A new study suggests artificial intelligence could dramatically reduce them.
Uber to shut down alcohol delivery service Drizly
Drizly, an online alcohol marketplace, will cease operations in March, Uber said.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president, though many dropped out as the campaign progressed.
RuPaul supports drag queen story hours during Emmy win speech
RuPaul expressed support for drag queen story hours at libraries during his speech at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
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Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president, though many dropped out as the campaign progressed.
DeSantis takes second place over Haley in Iowa caucuses
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis finished second in the Iowa caucuses, CBS News projected.
Why are the Iowa caucuses so important?
A caucus involves a more complex process where participants gather openly, engaging in discussions and voting to express their support for a particular candidate.
CBS News analysis: Most Republicans agree with "poisoning the blood" language
And Trump saying it makes them even more accepting.
Haley fares best against Biden as GOP contenders hold national leads
More still think their financial situation would be better under Trump than Biden.
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Tipping etiquette: Your questions answered
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
A new online bank is catering to seniors and advertising an advance on monthly Social Security payments, without any extra fees or charges. Kristine Lazar takes a look.
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New California bill aims to ban tackle football for kids under 12
Concern is rising about brain damage young athletes could sustain while playing tackle football.
California Department of Health issues warning about Shemshad jam, marmalade sold in SoCal stores
The California Department of Public Health Thursday warned consumers not to eat Shemshad's Mulberry Molasses and Mulberry Jam jarred food products sold in the Southland over contamination concerns.
Sober curious, gray-area drinkers and more terms to know this Dry January
Many people gear up to quit alcohol for a month as part of the "Dry January" challenge. Here's what to know about health benefits as well as terms and tips.
Public health officials reinstate mask mandate at LA County health care facilities
Health officials made the decision as Los Angeles County enters the "medium" level of COVID-19 hospital admissions.
Is your Christmas tree causing your allergies to flare?
Experts say "Christmas Tree Syndrome" isn't a reaction to the tree itself, but to weed pollen and mold spores collecting on it. Here's what to know about reducing the risk of symptoms.
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CVS closing dozens of its Target pharmacies in 2024
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
Looking at new California laws going into effect in 2024
A new year brings new laws in California, including more paid sick leave, more protections for LGBTQ+ youth and a drastic minimum wage increase for fast food workers.
California expanding health care coverage for low-income immigrants in the new year
California will soon become one of the first states to provide free health care to all low-income immigrants living in the state illegally.
NBA approves sale of a controlling stake of the Dallas Mavericks
The deal was approved just shy of a month since the families of Miriam Adelson and Sivan and Patrick Dumont announced their intention to buy the club
The rapper Ye, who has a long history of making antisemitic comments, issues an apology in Hebrew
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has a long history of making antisemitic comments and just apologized to the Jewish community in an Instagram post written in Hebrew.
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Hintz, Pavelski each score 18th goal of season in Stars' 5-1 win over Kings
Roope Hintz and Joe Pavelski each scored his 18th goal this season to share the team lead, and Jake Oettinger won a matchup of Western Conference All-Star goaltenders as the Dallas Stars pulled away from the Los Angeles Kings for a 5-1 victory.
Ethan Bear scores his 1st goal in a year as the Capitals shut out the Ducks 2-0
Bear scored his first NHL goal in almost exactly a year, Darcy Kuemper stopped all 24 shots he faced and the Washington Capitals beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 to keep pace in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
LAFC hires Giorgio Chiellini as a player development coach
Former Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini has been hired as a player development coach by Major League Soccer's Los Angeles FC, one month after his retirement as a player.
2026 NBA All-Star Game to be played at LA Clippers' new arena
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game will be held at the LA Clippers' new Inglewood arena, the Intuit Dome, according to officials.
Jason Kelce informs Eagles teammates he's retiring: reports
Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has told teammates he's retiring from the NFL after 13 seasons, according to multiple reports.
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On-location filming in LA sees sharp decline after WGA, SAG-AFTRA strikes
A new report shows that on-location filming in LA saw a 36.4% decrease in the last quarter of 2023 due to the lengthy WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
No Doubt to reunite at Coachella 2024; other headliners announced
Gwen Stefani and No Doubt will reunite for the first time since 2015 when they perform at Coachella 2024, joining other headliners like Doja Cat, Tyler, the Creator and Lana Del Rey.
RuPaul supports drag queen story hours during Emmy win speech
RuPaul expressed support for drag queen story hours at libraries during his speech at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
Elton John achieves EGOT status with Emmy win
Elton John won an Emmy on Monday night, making the iconic singer an EGOT.
What Pedro Pascal said at the Emmys
Pedro Pascal took a moment to address the sling he's been wearing during the Emmy Awards.
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7-Eleven robbery, severe weather travel impacts, Coachella 2024 headliners announced | The Rundown
Tonight, a new video shows the moments four suspected thieves swam a Carson 7-Eleven with guns drawn. KCAL News reporter Lesley Marin shows what happened after a deputy entered the convenience store. Plus, severe weather in much of the country is impacting travel. Today alone, around 10-thousand flights were either canceled or delayed. Also, the Coachella headliners are out! They are Lana Del Rey, Tyler, the Creator, Doja Cat, and No Doubt. Your top stories at the top of the hour, weekdays at 2p, 3p, and 7p streaming on CBS News Los Angeles.
Murrieta police using new fleet of drones to fight crime from above
Jeff Nguyen reports from Murrieta, where he speaks with police about the recent successes of their newest deployment, a fleet of drones helping them fight crime from the skies.
Man thrown out of an RV in the middle of a busy freeway lives to tell the tale
A man was launched from his RV after he collided with a center divider on the 14 Freeway on Monday. He miraculously survived. KCAL reporter Jasmine Viel goes to the hospital to talk to Cordell Patrick.
Twin strikes led to drastic decline in on-location shooting in Los Angeles
A new report shows that on-location filming in LA saw a 36.4% decrease in the last quarter of 2023 due to the lengthy WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Amanda Starrantino reports.
Local whale watchers spend 40 years offering observations to science
Laurie Perez profiles a local group of whale watchers, who instead of hitting the ocean, look on from above in Rancho Palos Verdes. They've been doing so for the last four decades, offering the information they gather to scientists studying climate change.
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2024 Golden Globes: Red Carpet Fashion
Who are your favorite celebrities wearing for the 2024 Golden Globe Awards? Check out our red carpet fashion photo gallery!
Golden Globe Foundation Dinner 2024
Even though the Golden Globes Award Show isn't until Sunday, the stars came out early for the Golden Globe Foundation Dinner, hosted in the Wilshire Garden Room of the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
Roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Here are the roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary, which started the weekend as a Category 4 hurricane, has quickly moved up the coast of Southern California, bringing heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to the area. Here's a look at some photos from the notable weather event.
