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Major encampment cleanup planned in Sepulveda Basin
Officials sent out a notice to people living in the area that they were required to remove all personal belongings and property from a stretch of Burbank Boulevard near Balboa Boulevard.
Tiny eye-biting fly population skyrockets in San Gabriel Valley
The number of tiny eye-biting flies has skyrocketed thanks to the unseasonably warm weather in Southern California.
Long Beach family pleads for help saving their father from a rare heart condition
Rhett Pascual is in desperate need of a heart transplant, but now he's too sick to qualify after waiting weeks for his insurance to approve the life-saving surgery.
UCLA sues to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election investigation
UCLA filed a lawsuit to stop the Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigation into the Prop 50 special election.
Dodgers rally to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in season opener
Andy Pages powered Los Angeles past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 as the Dodgers open the season with a comeback win.
Gates installed on 101 Freeway in downtown LA ahead of No Kings protests
Caltrans said it is installing gates at the Los Angeles Street on and off-ramps at the request of the California Highway Patrol after demonstrators walked onto the 101 Freeway during previous protests.
Social workers accompanying Hemet police officers for mental health calls
Hemet police partnered with the Riverside University Health Systems to have licensed social workers and detectives respond to mental health calls.
Pursuit suspect rips off shirt while surrendering to police in Orange County
The Orange Police Department is in pursuit of an assault suspect in South Orange County.
Santa Ana mother reported missing after family trip to Tijuana
A Santa Ana mother is missing after what was supposed to be a quick trip across the border to Tijuana.
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Countdown to the Governor's Debate | Week 3
Countdown to the Governor's Debate is a weekly roundtable with co-moderators Julie Watts, Sara Sadhwani and CBS LA Political Reporter Tom Wait. This week the panel discusses a new democratic poll that shows two republican candidates in the top spots.
Countdown to the Governor's Debate | Week 2
Countdown to the Governor's Debate is a weekly roundtable with co-moderators Julie Watts, Sara Sadhwani and CBS LA Political Reporter Tom Wait. This week the panel discusses new endorsements and poll numbers.
Countdown to the Governor's Debate | Week 1
Countdown to the Governor's Debate is a weekly roundtable with co-moderators Julie Watts, Sara Sadhwani and CBS LA Political Reporter Tom Wait.
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Deep fake demonstration shows sophistication of AI editing tools scammers use to commit identity theft
During a demonstration, cybersecurity experts showed how readily available apps can transform a person's appearance in real time to create a deep fake.
California is holding $15 billion in unclaimed property. Other states automatically return the money.
CBS News California Investigates found that food banks, children's hospitals and charities are owed thousands of dollars sitting in the state's unclaimed property system, while other states automatically send checks to return the money.
Hundreds of California business registrations may be fraudulent, investigation finds
Identity theft experts say criminals are creating fake business entities by targeting a specific population: legal immigrants.
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Major cleanup planned for Sepulveda Basin encampment
Los Angeles city officials have planned a major cleanup operation for an encampment in the Sepulveda Basin. This cleanup comes as residents have raised concerns over safety issues.
Amber Lee’s NEXT Weather forecast
For the next few days in Southern California most areas will continue to deal with above average temperatures. Early next week the possibility of rain returns.
Caltrans installs gates on 101 Freeway ramps in downtown LA ahead of No Kings protests
Caltrans said it is installing gates at the Los Angeles Street on and off-ramps at the request of the California Highway Patrol after demonstrators walked onto the 101 Freeway during previous protests.
Trump says he'll sign an executive order to pay TSA officers during shutdown
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck. Gio Insignares reports.
Long Beach family pleads for help to save father who has rare heart condition
A Long Beach family is pleading for help to save their father, Rhett Pascual, who has a rare heart condition. By the time the family got approval from their insurance company, doctors told them he was too sick to qualify. Hunter Sowards reports.
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Dodgers rally to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in season opener
Andy Pages powered Los Angeles past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 as the Dodgers open the season with a comeback win.
Transgender women athletes banned from women's Olympic events
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
Dodgers begin quest for three-straight World Series titles as 2026 MLB season begins
The Dodgers home opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. PST at Dodger Stadium, which is now to be known as Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium.
Kawhi Leonard scores 27 as the Clippers beat the Raptors 119-94
Kawhi Leonard had a game-high 27 points, Darius Garland added 24, and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Toronto Raptors 119-94.
Trip to Dodger Stadium could cost families almost double the average across MLB parks
After winning back-to-back World Series Championships, the Los Angeles Dodgers have not only cemented themselves as baseball's best team but also a must-see event for locals and people visiting the City of Angels. The price to witness that spectacle, however, could be costing fans nearly double what it costs to see other Major League Baseball teams, according to a new study.
Luka Doncic scores 43 as Lakers beat Pacers 137-130
Luka Doncic scored 43 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 137-130 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
Dodgers announce partnership with Uniqlo for Dodger Stadium field naming rights
Though Dodger Stadium's name remains unchanged, the field will be called "UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium" following the partnership announced on Wednesday.
Kickoff officially set for 49ers vs. Rams 2026 season opener in Australia
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will begin their upcoming season in the National Football League's first regular-season game in Australia, league officials said.
Ducks beat the Canucks 5-3 as Mikael Granlund scores 2 goals
Mikael Granlund scored twice, Alex Killorn had a goal and an assist, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-3.
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Major encampment cleanup planned in Sepulveda Basin
Officials sent out a notice to people living in the area that they were required to remove all personal belongings and property from a stretch of Burbank Boulevard near Balboa Boulevard.
Tiny eye-biting fly population skyrockets in San Gabriel Valley
The number of tiny eye-biting flies has skyrocketed thanks to the unseasonably warm weather in Southern California.
Long Beach family pleads for help saving their father from a rare heart condition
Rhett Pascual is in desperate need of a heart transplant, but now he's too sick to qualify after waiting weeks for his insurance to approve the life-saving surgery.
UCLA sues to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election investigation
UCLA filed a lawsuit to stop the Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigation into the Prop 50 special election.
Dodgers rally to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in season opener
Andy Pages powered Los Angeles past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 as the Dodgers open the season with a comeback win.
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Major encampment cleanup planned in Sepulveda Basin
Officials sent out a notice to people living in the area that they were required to remove all personal belongings and property from a stretch of Burbank Boulevard near Balboa Boulevard.
Tiny eye-biting fly population skyrockets in San Gabriel Valley
The number of tiny eye-biting flies has skyrocketed thanks to the unseasonably warm weather in Southern California.
Long Beach family pleads for help saving their father from a rare heart condition
Rhett Pascual is in desperate need of a heart transplant, but now he's too sick to qualify after waiting weeks for his insurance to approve the life-saving surgery.
UCLA sues to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election investigation
UCLA filed a lawsuit to stop the Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigation into the Prop 50 special election.
Gates installed on 101 Freeway in downtown LA ahead of No Kings protests
Caltrans said it is installing gates at the Los Angeles Street on and off-ramps at the request of the California Highway Patrol after demonstrators walked onto the 101 Freeway during previous protests.
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Santa Ana mother reported missing after family trip to Tijuana
A Santa Ana mother is missing after what was supposed to be a quick trip across the border to Tijuana.
Black Hawk chopper crossed path of United flight in California, FAA says
United Airlines said the pilots saw the helicopter, received a traffic alert and leveled the aircraft.
Road rage turns into social media threats, Orange County bicyclist says
Bicyclist Luke Fetzer said an irate BMW driver challenged him to a fight after trying a road rage incident in Orange County.
19-year-old Orange County man arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting 8-year-old boy
Police say that the suspect grabbed the boy and dragged him to a secluded area before sexually assaulting him over the weekend in Westminster.
U.S. Forest Service issues Southern California rattlesnake warning after two deadly bites
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
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UCLA sues to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election investigation
UCLA filed a lawsuit to stop the Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigation into the Prop 50 special election.
Social workers accompanying Hemet police officers for mental health calls
Hemet police partnered with the Riverside University Health Systems to have licensed social workers and detectives respond to mental health calls.
1 bicyclist killed, another injured after Riverside County collision
One bicyclist was killed and another was seriously injured after a car crashed into them in Banning late Tuesday night, according to police.
U.S. Forest Service issues Southern California rattlesnake warning after two deadly bites
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a warning regarding an increase in rattlesnake sightings in Southern California, especially after two deadly bites were reported in the last few weeks.
Court denies appeal to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election probe
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
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Dodgers rally to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in season opener
Andy Pages powered Los Angeles past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 as the Dodgers open the season with a comeback win.
Black Hawk chopper crossed path of United flight in California, FAA says
United Airlines said the pilots saw the helicopter, received a traffic alert and leveled the aircraft.
TSA forced to consolidate lanes, may have to close small airports
The TSA's top official says the situation at U.S. airports could get even worse if the partial government shutdown that has frozen officers' paychecks continues.
Trump waives summer gasoline regulations to ease fuel prices
Summer gasoline regulations will be waived for 20 days, and possibly longer to try to ease gas prices.
Meta and YouTube found liable on all charges in social media trial
The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
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15 California communities given "final warning" by Newsom over housing law violations
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
TSA forced to consolidate lanes, may have to close small airports
The TSA's top official says the situation at U.S. airports could get even worse if the partial government shutdown that has frozen officers' paychecks continues.
Trump waives summer gasoline regulations to ease fuel prices
Summer gasoline regulations will be waived for 20 days, and possibly longer to try to ease gas prices.
Court denies appeal to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election probe
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
Democrats continue push for ICE reforms in emerging DHS shutdown deal
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
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San Francisco sues makers of ultra-processed foods over health impacts
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
California bill reversing tax hike on legal cannabis heads to Newsom
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
HelloFresh to pay $7.5M to settle California lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
CBS News California Investigates: "Sephora kids" concerns
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
California man pleads guilty to scamming DoorDash out of $2.5M
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
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Florida cosmetologist found guilty in California death of Kim Kardashian lookalike
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Public health officials issue bacteria warning at LA County beaches
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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15 California communities given "final warning" by Newsom over housing law violations
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
California judge tentatively allows 20,000 immigrant truck drivers to keep their licenses
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
Tesla will end Model S and X production, focus on humanoid robots at Bay Area factory
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
Major outage leaves more than 130,000 customers in San Francisco without power
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
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Dodgers rally to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in season opener
Andy Pages powered Los Angeles past the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 as the Dodgers open the season with a comeback win.
Transgender women athletes banned from women's Olympic events
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
Dodgers begin quest for three-straight World Series titles as 2026 MLB season begins
The Dodgers home opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. PST at Dodger Stadium, which is now to be known as Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium.
Kawhi Leonard scores 27 as the Clippers beat the Raptors 119-94
Kawhi Leonard had a game-high 27 points, Darius Garland added 24, and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Toronto Raptors 119-94.
Trip to Dodger Stadium could cost families almost double the average across MLB parks
After winning back-to-back World Series Championships, the Los Angeles Dodgers have not only cemented themselves as baseball's best team but also a must-see event for locals and people visiting the City of Angels. The price to witness that spectacle, however, could be costing fans nearly double what it costs to see other Major League Baseball teams, according to a new study.
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Oscars leaving Hollywood's Dolby Theatre and moving to L.A. Live
Hollywood's biggest night is changing venues, with the Oscars ceremony moving from the Dolby Theatre to L.A. Live in 2029.
Florida cosmetologist found guilty in California death of Kim Kardashian lookalike
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
"Bluey"-themed attraction makes debut at Disneyland
Bluey, Bingo and the Heeler family made their grand debut at Disneyland Park on Sunday, with the "Bluey's Best Day Ever" fan experience that transports visitors into the heart of the acclaimed animated series.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
See police bodycam video of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest on Long Island
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
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Major cleanup planned for Sepulveda Basin encampment
Los Angeles city officials have planned a major cleanup operation for an encampment in the Sepulveda Basin. This cleanup comes as residents have raised concerns over safety issues.
Amber Lee’s NEXT Weather forecast
For the next few days in Southern California most areas will continue to deal with above average temperatures. Early next week the possibility of rain returns.
Caltrans installs gates on 101 Freeway ramps in downtown LA ahead of No Kings protests
Caltrans said it is installing gates at the Los Angeles Street on and off-ramps at the request of the California Highway Patrol after demonstrators walked onto the 101 Freeway during previous protests.
Trump says he'll sign an executive order to pay TSA officers during shutdown
President Trump said he will sign an executive order to restart pay for TSA officers, who have gone more than a month without a full paycheck. Gio Insignares reports.
Long Beach family pleads for help to save father who has rare heart condition
A Long Beach family is pleading for help to save their father, Rhett Pascual, who has a rare heart condition. By the time the family got approval from their insurance company, doctors told them he was too sick to qualify. Hunter Sowards reports.
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A look at renowned architect Frank Gehry's designs in Southern California
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
