Angelenos seeking regulation after variety of delivery robot issues
Glendale city leaders are joining some Angelenos calling for regulation of delivery robots after a slew of issues in recent months. Kristine Lazar reports.
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NTSB releases preliminary report on deadly NBC Los Angeles news helicopter crash
The National Transportation Safety Board released a preliminary report on Tuesday on the fatal NBC Los Angeles news helicopter crash in Chatsworth. Mike Rogers reports.
Man crashes stolen car at John Wayne Airport before trying to steal lavatory truck
A person waiting for a Delta flight to Seattle at John Wayne Airport ran onto the airfield, crashed a stolen vehicle and tried to steal a lavatory truck on Tuesday night.
Social media captures Southern California squirrels "splooting" in midst of sweltering heat wave
With sweltering heat still lingering over Southern California, many social media users have started capturing an adorable phenomenon sweeping across the region's squirrel population — splooting.
Social media captures Southern California squirrels "splooting" in midst of sweltering heat wave
Hunter Sowards takes a look at the "splooting" phenomenon sweeping across Southern California squirrel populations in the midst of a sweltering heat wave.
Matthew Tkachuk scores, Brad Marchand injured in Panthers' 2-1 win over Kings
Matthew Tkachuk scored in the third period to give the Florida Panthers a 2-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings, despite losing Brad Marchand to a left leg injury.
Filmmakers trying to bring Hollywood home with proposed national film tax credit
State and local leaders gathered with film and television representatives in Glendale to announce a push for legislation to create the first-ever federal tax incentives to bring entertainment production back to the United States. Laurie Perez reports.
Bipartisan bill proposes tax credit to bring film production back to the U.S.
State and local leaders gathered with film and television representatives in Glendale to announce a push for legislation to create the first-ever federal tax incentives to bring entertainment production back to the United States. Laurie Perez reports.
Arcadia couple in surrogacy case charged with child abuse
The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday announced charges in a child abuse case involving a couple who had 21 children removed from their home last year. Nicole Comstock reports.
Residents demand accountability after video shows Santa Ana officer beating a man
A video shows Santa Ana police officers throwing a man to the ground before punching and kicking him during an arrest last week. Lesley Marin reports.
Nithya Raman faces backlash after video with influencer Ed Choi
In the video, Ed Choi and Nithya Raman say in unison, "only you can stop fascist liars," as a photo of Mayor Karen Bass appears.
Nithya Raman faces backlash after social media video with influencer Ed Choi
In the video, Ed Choi and Nithya Raman say in unison, "only you can stop fascist liars," as a photo of Mayor Karen Bass appears. Tom Wait reports.
Person crashes stolen tug before trying to steal lavatory truck at John Wayne Airport
A person waiting for a Delta flight to Seattle at John Wayne Airport ran onto the airfield, crashed a stolen vehicle and tried to steal a lavatory truck on Tuesday night.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging gang rape by fraternity members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
Yamamoto is dominant again as Dodgers ride homers from Hernández and Freeman to 3-1 win over Braves
Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out 10 in seven innings, Kiké Hernández hit a two-run homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 to take a 2-1 lead in their NL Division Series.
Team Rubicon working on fire mitigation in San Bernardino Mountains
About 28 volunteers, including chainsaw and heavy equipment operators, are targeting trees considered dangerous at Scouting America's Camp Tahquitz.
Arcadia couple charged with child abuse after police remove 21 children from their home
The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday announced charges in a child abuse case involving a couple who had 21 children removed from their home last year. Jeff Nguyen reports.
Santa Ana PD investigating video showing officers beating man during arrest
A video shows Santa Ana police officers throwing a man to the ground before punching and kicking him during an arrest last week.
Video shows Santa Ana police officers beating a man during arrest
A video shows Santa Ana police officers throwing a man to the ground before punching and kicking him during an arrest last week. Michele Gile reports.
Team Rubicon working on fire mitigation in San Bernardino Mountains
Team Rubicon USA, a veteran-led humanitarian organization, has volunteers working on fire mitigation at Scouting America's Camp Tahquitz. Volunteers say they are doing more fire mitigation in response to recent wildfires.
Heat wave still battering Southern California, including coastal communities
Luzdelia Caballero reports from Redondo Beach, where locals and beachgoers alike are finding it difficult to escape the sweltering heat wave.
From million-dollar mansions to surveillance missions, the life and travels of an alleged Chinese agent
A CBS News investigation reveals new details about the life and background of a California mom accused of conducting surveillance for China.
LL Cool J and Scott Caan discuss "NCIS: New York," premiering tonight
LL Cool J and Scott Caan talk about their characters and the feel of "NCIS: New York," making the city a character. Premiering Tuesday on CBS and streaming on Paramount+
Los Angeles man, a parolee out of prison for a week, arrested for fatally shooting Temecula woman
A Los Angeles man who was out of prison for just over a week was arrested in Ventura County on Monday after he allegedly shot and killed a woman in Temecula.
Christa Pike is conscious and speaking after botched Tennessee execution, attorneys say
Christa Pike, a death row inmate who was subject to a failed execution attempt in Tennessee last week, is conscious and speaking from her hospital bed, her attorneys said Tuesday.
Children's Hospital Los Angeles kicks off Halloween card drive as LA Kings match in donations
CHLA's Child Life team will print the completed cards and hand-deliver them to patients, along with goodie bags. The hospital will also host its annual Pumpkin Party, bringing Halloween to young patients with festive games, arts and crafts, and costumes.
Evacuation orders lifted, LA County firefighters gain control of 1,048-acre Bouquet Fire near Castaic
The blaze was reported at around 3 p.m. near Bouquet Canyon Road, just northeast of Santa Clarita.
Lineage warehouse investigation underway as part of Mayor Bass' executive order
"The residents of Boyle Heights and East L.A. deserve environmental justice and corporate accountability," the mayor's office said in a statement. "Today, DTSC was onsite with a search warrant, and an investigation is ongoing."
Eva Marie Saint, star of "On the Waterfront" and "North by Northwest," dies at age 102
Eva Marie Saint won an Oscar for her film debut opposite Marlon Brando in "On the Waterfront." She bucked many Hollywood conventions throughout her lengthy career.
Delta Air Lines plane clips tail of other aircraft at LAX, FAA says
No injuries were reported.
NTSB releases preliminary report on fatal NBC Los Angeles news helicopter crash in Chatsworth
The NTSB preliminary report did not provide details on the cause of the crash. A final report is still pending.
Dr. Ian Smith shares his new book, "The New Menopause Kitchen"
Dr. Ian Smith says "The New Menopause Kitchen" is about fitness and nutrition, with recipes by Rachel Ray.
National Taco Day with Casa Ramos in Santa Ana
Nancy Monarrez, Casa Ramos cofounder, talks about the family-owned restaurant and special deals for National Taco Day.
LA County Registrar Dean Logan talks about voter registration
LA County Registrar Dean Logan talks about preparations for voting, and encourages those who aren’t registered to do so before Oct. 19 to ensure a ballot in the mail.
Proposed legislation aims to bring "Hollywood home" by way of a national film tax credit
"I am here to tell you that we have never been this close to getting a federal tax credit passed. Never been this close," Senator Adam Schiff said, noting that there is bipartisan support, including the support of the White House.
Ex-CIA official found with gold bars admits to sprawling scheme, agrees to forfeit $194 million
A former CIA official admitted to inventing fake classified programs to divert nearly $200 million in government money that was used to buy Florida mansions and gold bars.
3 dead in Monterey County head-on crash; 2 victims from Los Angeles County
A head-on crash in Monterey County just south of Salinas killed three young adults over the weekend, authorities said.
California couple at center of surrogacy scandal arrested on child abuse charges
Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang, who had at least 25 children via surrogates, were arrested at their home in Arcadia, California.
Southern California couple charged amid "unprecedented" and "horrific" surrogacy probe, Los Angeles County DA says
The Arcadia home of Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang was raided last year, where 21 children were removed.
Fred Claire, former Dodgers GM who oversaw 1988 World Series champion team, dies at 91
Claire died Monday, on his 91st birthday, in Pasadena, the team announced Tuesday
Paramount closes $110 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, creating Skydance
The merger unites two major movie studios, news operations CBS News and CNN and cable networks including Comedy Central and TNT.
Local leaders respond to Trump’s comments suggesting allowing Iran to “take out” Los Angeles
State and local leaders are condemning President Trump’s comments after he appeared to suggest letting Iran “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego. In a statement, Mayor Karen Bass said his comments about LA were “dangerous and could potentially compromise our safety.”
Southern California heat wave shatters October record highs as triple-digit temperatures scorch region
As many as nine daily maximum temperature records were broken in Los Angeles, Ventura and Orange counties.
Record-breaking heat brings sweltering temperatures to much of Southern California
Southern California is expected to have its fifth straight day of 100-degree temperatures. Weather officials are also concerned that overnight lows will provide little to no relief.
Raccoon with rabies confirmed in Los Angeles County for first time since 1973
Los Angeles County public health officials have launched an investigation after confirming the first detection of a rabies-positive raccoon in more than 50 years. Hunter Sowards reports.
Hollywood Burbank Airport celebrates new terminal with ribbon-cutting ceremony
Gio Insignares reports from the new terminal at Hollywood Burbank Airport, which was celebrated on Monday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony ahead of the grand opening on Oct. 13.
Pedestrian killed, 2 others hospitalized after car plows into Whittier burger restaurant
Laurie Perez reports from Whittier, where a pedestrian was killed and two others were hospitalized on Monday after a car plowed into a burger restaurant.
Even Southern California coastal communities dealing with sweltering weather during heat wave
Nicole Comstock reports from Redondo Beach, which is one of many Southern California coastal communities dealing with uncharacteristic temperatures in the midst of a sweltering heat wave.
California governor's race candidates Becerra, Hilton on how they would address gas prices
With Election Day approaching, California voters are now receiving their ballots in the mail and the race for governor is heating up between the two remaining candidates: Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton. One of the biggest issues affecting voters is gas prices. Here's how Becerra and Hilton say…
Trump suggests letting Iran "take out" LA, San Diego during campaign rally
Gov. Gavin Newsom rebuked President Trump after he suggested letting Iran "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego during a campaign rally in Nebraska. Tom Wait reports.
Jim Bakker, televangelist who co-founded "The PTL Club" empire but fell into disgrace, dies at 86
Jim Bakker, who along with his first wife Tammy Faye built an evangelical empire around "The PTL Club" TV show, only to lose it all over a sex scandal and financial crimes, has died at 86.
US Bank Tower | Look At This!
Desmond Shaw flies to downtown LA to check out the US Bank Tower.
Steve Hilton defends his California governor's race ad
Candidate Steve Hilton defended his ad for the California governor's race that featured two young women in front of a pride flag.
Trump suggests allowing Iran to "take out" LA and San Diego during campaign rally
Gov. Gavin Newsom called President Trump "deranged and dangerous" after he suggested letting Iran "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
Hilton defends campaign ad for California governor's race after backlash
Candidate Steve Hilton's ad for the California governor's race, which featured two young women in front of a pride flag, drew some criticism from some of his Republican colleagues. Tom Wait reports.
Laguna Beach marriage proposal interrupted by woman's racial slurs
A picturesque engagement at a Laguna Beach park was interrupted by an angry woman's racial slurs on Friday.
Marriage proposal in Laguna Beach interrupted by woman's racial slurs
A picturesque engagement at a Laguna Beach park was interrupted by an angry woman's racial slurs on Friday. Kati Weis reports.
1 dead, 2 injured after car drives into Whittier restaurant
One person was killed and two others were injured when a car drove into Michael's Super Burgers in Santa Fe Springs on Monday afternoon.
Rams Wheelchair Football Team
Just like the NFL's Rams -- the Rams wheelchair football team is chasing a title!
Alleged Chinese agent accused of surveilling Taiwanese president's son appears in federal court
CBS News was first to report that the FBI arrested Wanying "Heather" Zhang on Sunday at Los Angeles International Airport before she boarded a flight to Shanghai, China.
Temecula school board member accused of hiding recording device under colleague's desk
A Temecula Valley Unified School District board member is under fire after security video captured the moments she allegedly placed a recording device under her colleague's desk before a meeting in September. Joy Benedict reports.
Temecula Valley school board member allegedly caught placing recording device under colleagues' desk
A Temecula Valley Unified School District board member is under fire after security video captured the moments she allegedly placed a recording device under her colleagues' desk before a meeting in September.
Will the Lakers Be Better Without LeBron James? w/ Mark Medina - Sports Central Showdown
The NBA preseason is here, which means basketball is right around the corner! It's the beginning of a new era for the Los Angeles Lakers as they move on from the NBA's all-time leading scorer in LeBron James. But will the Lakers improve without LeBron on the team? NBA reporter for Forbes Sports Mark Medina thinks so…
Pasadena firefighters, nurse help unhoused through street-based outreach team
Firefighter Tony Zee is also part of the six-person PORT team that has moved through parks and encampments, responding to different needs over the last eight years.
Pasadena Outreach Response Team hits the streets offering support to those who are unhoused
Some of Pasadena’s first responders, and a nurse, are part of a specialized, street-based mobile unit that helps unhoused individuals in the city connect with housing, medical care, and mental health services.
LA County Medical Examiner rules Highland Park high school student's death a suicide
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled 17-year-old Xavier Nungaray's death at Franklin High School a suicide. His family said he was bullied throughout high school. Luzdelia Caballero reports.
Southern Californians bear through sweltering October heat wave, even at the beaches
Southern Californians are still bearing sweltering triple-digit heat in October, even at their typical places of refuge along the coast. Rina Nakano reports.
1 dead after car drives into Santa Fe Springs restaurant
One person was killed and two others were injured when a car drove into Michael's Super Burgers in Santa Fe Springs on Monday afternoon.
1 dead, 2 injured after car drives into Santa Fe Springs restaurant
One person was killed and two others were injured when a car drove into Michael's Super Burgers in Santa Fe Springs on Monday afternoon.
Irvine realtor accused of being Chinese spy in federal investigation
Wanying "Heather" Zhang, an Irvine, California, realtor, was arrested on a charge of acting as an unregistered agent of a foreign government. Michele Gile reports.
Alleged hit-and-run driver fatally strikes Long Beach pedestrian, police say
Police said that a woman was killed near the intersection of Baltic Avenue and Burnett Street at around 7 p.m. Friday night.
1 woman wounded after suspect opens fire during Torrance party
Officers said the bullet grazed the woman's head, and she's expected to make a full recovery.
Raccoon with rabies confirmed in Los Angeles County, marking first discovery in over 50 years
Los Angeles County public health officials have launched an investigation after confirming the first detection of a rabies-positive raccoon in more than 50 years. The animal was found in the Westlake Village area.
It’s National Cookie Month and Lei’d Cookies shares some unique treats
Lei’d Cookies in Culver City shares some of its unique flavor creations, like the Tomato Confit and Mango Sticky Rice cookies.
Metrolink increases fares for the first time in 13 years
Metrolink raised some fares on Monday but reassured riders that the LA Zone Day Pass will remain at $5.
2 men arrested for alleged string of Los Angeles 7-Eleven robberies, using Jaws of Life tool on ATMs
According to the ATF, during these robberies, the two suspects wore ski masks, with one suspect carrying Jaws of Life. Once inside the stores, one suspect would control the clerk while the other used the tool to break into ATM machines.
Caleb Flynn, former "American Idol" contestant and pastor, sentenced to life without parole in wife's murder
Caleb Flynn was found guilty of killing his wife, Ashley, and attempting to blame the murder on a break-in at their home.
“A Killer Night in Studio City,” at Vitello’s Italian Restaurant with Noah Blake
Actor and singer Noah Blake talks about his father, Robert Blake, and performing at the restaurant affiliated with Bonny Lee Bakley's shooting death.
Hollywood Burbank Airport celebrates new terminal, opening Oct. 13
The new facility replaces the 1930s-built 232,000-square-foot terminal with a 355,000-square-foot facility and the same 14 gates.
LA Rams surprise high school coach Mil'Von James with Super Bowl tickets | Rams pLAymakers
The Los Angeles Rams honored Mil'Von James, the head football coach at Inglewood High School, as a 2026 pLAymaker by the Los Angeles Rams during a surprise presentation at SoFi Stadium. James is also a volunteer coach for Premium Sports LA, which received a donation from the Rams during the special event.
Preliminary 3.7-magnitude earthquake strikes off coast of Dana Point
The quake was reported at 1:22 p.m., according to the USGS.
Russia plays down plague fears and denies lab accident, says scientist died of "pneumonia of unknown origin"
A Russian plague lab worker died of "pneumonia of unknown origin," officials say, in response to initial reports that she was exposed to the deadly bacteria during a lab accident.
A new report by Habitat for Humanity looks at the high cost of living
Erin Rank, Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles President and CEO, discusses the organization’s study on the high cost of living.
Inside “Criminal Minds: Evolution” Season 20 on Paramount+
Sheba Turk goes behind the scenes of “Criminal Minds: Evolution,” talking with stars of the show.
Vehicles damaged by hitting Studio City concrete vault encasing
It’s unknown what caused the concrete surrounding an electrical vault at Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue to rise, resulting in damage to several vehicles.
LA Rams surprise high school coach Mil'Von James with Super Bowl tickets | Rams pLAymakers
The Los Angeles Rams honored Mil'Von James, the head football coach at Inglewood High School, as a 2026 pLAymaker by the Los Angeles Rams during a surprise presentation at SoFi Stadium. James is also a volunteer coach for Premium Sports LA, which received a donation from the Rams during the special event.
Shop clerk, son charged with selling illegal kratom amid probe into deaths of 2 Ole Miss students
Federal authorities investigating the deaths of two University of Mississippi students have charged a store clerk and his son with selling an illegal kratom product.
Mayor Bass, LA officials speak about upcoming safety plans for potential El Niño winter storms
Local officials detail their preparations for potentially historic El Niño winter storms in Los Angeles.
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin says this season will be his last
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd season in the NHL will be his last.
Los Angeles leaders say they're acting now ahead of "potentially historic" El Niño winter storms
Climatologists say El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California this year.
Record-breaking October heat expected to scorch Southern California for the rest of the week
One of the biggest concerns as the heat lingers is the little to no overnight relief. Some areas in the mountains and foothills will be in the 80s.
Persistent heat wave will continue impacting Southern California through the rest of the week
A persistent heat wave that has brought scorching temperatures to Southern California will continue to impact the region for the rest of the week, with little overnight relief.
LA Rams Signed Mini Helmets Giveaway
We are giving away THREE signed Rams Mini Helmets on X
Unique challenges women face after military service | Veterans' Voices
Brittany Sievers talks about serving in the U.S. Army and transitioning out of service and joining America's Warrior Partnership Mission to help with PTSD and suicide prevention.
Operation Hero Home Restoration | Veterans' Voices
The 28th veteran home remodel is underway in the City of Pico Rivera, honoring Carlos "Lee" Guzman, a 76-year-old Vietnam veteran.
Celebrating WWII Vet Yosh Nakamura's 100th birthday | Veterans' Voices
After being sent to a Japanese internment camp, Yosh Nakamura joined the military and now celebrates his 100th birthday.
K9s for Warriors unites service dogs with veterans | Veterans' Voices
Chris Holmstrom speaks with William Garby, a U.S. Navy war veteran who was paired with Bob, his beloved service dog after he struggled to reacclimatize to life after service thanks to K9s for Warriors, a nonprofit organization uniting service dogs with those in need.
Veterans honored with a flight of a lifetime | Veterans' Voices
Dream Flights honor senior military veterans with rides in a WWII-era open cockpit biplane.
The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic gets nearly 400 disabled vets on the slopes
The annual Miracles on the Mountainside event trains veterans in Nordic style sports from skiing to fishing. These are vets who suffered traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, amputations and more.
One congressman is fighting to save veteran-held federal jobs | Veterans' Voices
Rep. Derek Tran is supporting a bill, the Protect Veteran Jobs Act, which asks for any veteran terminated without reason from the federal government since the start of President Trump's term to be reinstated.