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Mets hold on for 7-3 win over Dodgers to even NLCS at one game a piece
Mark Vientos' grand slam was the difference maker in the Mets 7-3 win over the Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLCS on Monday.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
Driver fleeing street takeover arrested after crashing into row of parked cars in South LA
Multiple rows of parked cars were damaged in South Los Angeles early Monday morning when they were hit by a driver who was allegedly fleeing from a nearby street takeover.
Deputies shoot suspect at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
They say that the chase began when they attempted to pull the driver over and instead of stopping, they fled.
Wildlife officials searching for deer that has bone lodged in its mouth
Photos of the deer show a large bone protruding from its mouth, which makes neighbors in the area believe that it's unable to eat and is slowly starving to death.
Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets
A snake slithered through the Los Angeles Dodgers dugout during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Gov. Newsom signs law aimed at preventing California gas prices from spiking
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its-kind law requiring gas companies to store minimum levels of gasoline. The goal is to prevent spikes in California gas prices.
Fire that destroyed vacant Winnetka home being investigated as possible act of arson
The fire was reported a little after 12:45 a.m. at 20020 W. Parthenia Street, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
LAPD motorcycle officer hospitalized after crash in Chinatown
The officer, who has not yet been identified, as taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. They are said to be in stable condition
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How a young woman's memory became a focal point in California's Prop 36 fight
Fentanyl took her life. Frustrated with the legislature, Matt Capelouto took matters into his own hands and attempted to get Alexandra's Law on the ballot so that the public could vote on it themselves.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Bill that would help protect California seniors from scammers waits for Gov. Newsom's signature
Credit card companies are responsible for fraud loss, under federal law. But there's no penalty for big banks when venerable victims wire thousands of dollars to scammers.
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How a white truck helped arson investigators track down the man accused of starting the Line Fire
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
Are wildfires getting worse every year?
Senior Reporter Ross Palombo dug through several decades of data with info you'll only see on KCAL News
LA Metro bus and rail operator assaults are up year over year
On the heels of yet another Metro bus driver assault, Ross Palombo takes a look at the rising incidents and how this year's numbers compare to last.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
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Yet another abandoned Hollywood Hills home hit by taggers
SkyCal flew over yet another abandoned Hollywood Hills home that appeared to have been hit by taggers, marking the third such occasion in recent weeks.
Deputies shoot possibly armed suspect at end of wild pursuit, causing massive traffic snarl on I-15
Deputies shot a possibly armed and dangerous driver at the end of a wild pursuit through San Bernardino County late Monday evening, creating a massive snarl of traffic on the northbound I-15 Freeway.
Deputy shooting at end of pursuit creates massive traffic snarl in Cajon Pass
Both sides of I-15 were closed late Monday evening while deputies launched an investigation into a wild pursuit that ended with shots fired and the suspect wounded.
Driver fleeing street takeover in South LA crashes into rows of parked vehicles
Neighbors in one South LA neighborhood are at their wit's end after a driver fleeing from a street takeover early Monday morning crashed into rows of cars, leaving tons of damage behind before they were finally arrested. Amanda Starrantino reports.
Shots fired at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
A wild pursuit that saw several PIT maneuvers and multiple San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies box an armed and dangerous suspect's vehicle in on the Cajon Pass on Monday evening came to an even wilder end when shots were fired on the freeway.
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Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets
A snake slithered through the Los Angeles Dodgers dugout during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Viento's grand slam and Lindor's first inning homer lead Mets to 7-3 win over Dodgers
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at a game apiece.
Kershaw says he plans to return to Dodgers for 18th season in 2025
Clayton Kershaw says he plans to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers for his 18th season next year.
Josh Norris scores overtime goal to lift Senators past Kings 8-7
Josh Norris capped a two-goal effort with the game-winning goal 56 seconds into overtime and the Ottawa Senators beat the Los Angeles Kings 8-7.
Jerry West becomes first three-time inductee as Carter and Billups enter basketball's Hall of Fame
Jerry West has made history by becoming the first three-time inductee to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Howden, Hertl, Dorofeyev all score in Golden Knights' 3-2 win over Ducks
Brett Howden, Tomas Hertl and Pavel Dorofeyev each scored a goal and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-1.
Dodgers cruise to 9-0 win over Mets and take Game 1 of NLCS
The Dodgers jumped to a 1-0 lead in the National League Championship Series with a 9-0 trouncing of the New York Mets on Sunday evening.
Mateusz Bogusz, Ilie Sánchez lead LAFC to 2-1 victory over Whitecaps
Mateusz Bogusz scored 35 seconds into the match, Ilie Sánchez found the net during second-half stoppage time, and Los Angeles FC pulled out a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Herbert leads Chargers to 23-16 win over the Broncos
Justin Herbert led a methodical Chargers offense to a 23-16 win over the Broncos after star cornerback Patrick Surtain II was concussed on Denver's first defensive snap.
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Mets hold on for 7-3 win over Dodgers to even NLCS at one game a piece
Mark Vientos' grand slam was the difference maker in the Mets 7-3 win over the Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLCS on Monday.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
Driver fleeing street takeover arrested after crashing into row of parked cars in South LA
Multiple rows of parked cars were damaged in South Los Angeles early Monday morning when they were hit by a driver who was allegedly fleeing from a nearby street takeover.
Deputies shoot suspect at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
They say that the chase began when they attempted to pull the driver over and instead of stopping, they fled.
Wildlife officials searching for deer that has bone lodged in its mouth
Photos of the deer show a large bone protruding from its mouth, which makes neighbors in the area believe that it's unable to eat and is slowly starving to death.
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Driver fleeing street takeover arrested after crashing into row of parked cars in South LA
Multiple rows of parked cars were damaged in South Los Angeles early Monday morning when they were hit by a driver who was allegedly fleeing from a nearby street takeover.
Deputies shoot suspect at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
They say that the chase began when they attempted to pull the driver over and instead of stopping, they fled.
Wildlife officials searching for deer that has bone lodged in its mouth
Photos of the deer show a large bone protruding from its mouth, which makes neighbors in the area believe that it's unable to eat and is slowly starving to death.
Fire that destroyed vacant Winnetka home being investigated as possible act of arson
The fire was reported a little after 12:45 a.m. at 20020 W. Parthenia Street, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
LAPD motorcycle officer hospitalized after crash in Chinatown
The officer, who has not yet been identified, as taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. They are said to be in stable condition
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OCFA cadet remains hospitalized in ICU after crash with alleged DUI driver
Christian Bedolla's car was hit by an alleged drunk driver on Oct. 8 a little before 11 p.m. near Cabot Road and Crown Valley Parkway in the Laguna Niguel area, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
Disneyland ups prices for most tickets by nearly 6%
For the second consecutive year Disneyland park officials have opted to increase prices on almost all ticket tiers by around 6% depending on the demand for any given day.
Woman killed after DUI suspect drives Mercedes through pedestrian path and into the Santa Ana River
The crash happened a little after 6:30 p.m. near E. Wagner Avenue and S. Rio Vista Street, police said.
Police release photos of suspects involved in violent mob robbery at Anaheim 7-Eleven
During the robbery a clerk of the store was violently attacked by several members of the mob.
Orange County women say they were kicked off of Spirit Airlines flight for what they were wearing
Two Orange County women are speaking out after they say they were kicked off of a Spirit Airlines flight because of what they were wearing.
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Search for suspect continues after man found shot to death in Pomona
The incident happened at around 4:10 a.m. in the 1400 block of W. Mission Boulevard, according to the Pomona Police Department.
Firefighters making progress on 260-acre brush fire in Beaumont
The blaze, dubbed the Jack Fire by firefighters, has torched 200 acres and is 90% contained as of Monday evening.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
19-year-old arrested for killing his father near Mt. Baldy
It happened on Mt. Badly Road near Shinn Road, deputies said.
23-year-old man killed by hit-and-run driver in Jurupa Valley
The crash happened at around 8:30 p.m. near Mission Boulevard and Pyrite Street, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
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How the ATF's gun tracing system helped police find the gunman in the Monterey Park mass shooting
While sometimes slow, the tracing system from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco Firearms and Explosives played an instrumental role in helping law enforcement locate the man who opened fire inside a Monterey Park dance hall in 2022.
Metro System Violence
Following a deadly hijacking of a Metro bus, Ross Palombo digs through data about violence on the Metro system.
Metro data shows assaults have doubled compared to the same time last year
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
Connecting infamous crime gun involving Christopher Dorner
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
How a white truck helped arson investigators track down the man accused of starting the Line Fire
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
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New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
Bath & Body Works stops selling Snowed In candle over imagery
Bath & Body Works apologized for its Snowed In candle adorned with a snowflake image that some people compared to KKK hoods.
A new caregiver calculator reveals the high cost of caring for loved ones
How much is your caregiving worth? A new tool calculates the financial value of work devoted to aiding loved ones in need.
NASA launches probe to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
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Gov. Newsom signs law aimed at preventing California gas prices from spiking
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a first-of-its-kind law requiring gas companies to store minimum levels of gasoline. The goal is to prevent spikes in California gas prices.
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay icon, dead at 86
Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of women getting paid the same as men for doing the same work, has died, her family said in a statement. She was 86.
Man arrested with guns near Trump Coachella rally had "homemade" license plate, multiple passports
Deputies assigned to former President Donald Trump's rally in California's Coachella Valley on Saturday arrested a Las Vegas man at a checkpoint for allegedly possessing a loaded firearm, a shotgun and a high-capacity magazine.
Harris releases medical records, physician says she is in "excellent health"
The Harris campaign views the release as an opportunity to turn the conversation towards the physical health and mental acuity of her opponent, former President Donald Trump.
Trump campaign requested use of military aircraft for final stage of campaign
Former President Donald Trump's campaign requested military assets to enhance his security in the final weeks of the campaign, two sources said.
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Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
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.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
California driver's licenses / ID cars become available on Apple Wallet
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.
Food4less workers overwhelmingly authorize strike after week of voting
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.
Aldi recalls cream cheese spread sold in 28 states for possible salmonella contamination
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
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How "Tommy John surgery" changed our national pastime
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Fisher-Price recalls more than 2 million infant swings after 5 deaths
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
FDA authorizes over-the-counter combined COVID-19 and flu test
Healgen Scientific's combined COVID-19 and flu test gives people a new way to check what's causing their symptoms, FDA says.
"The Office" star Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis, treatment
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
Fifth locally acquired case of dengue reported in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County health officials say that the case was reported in a resident of El Monte and that there is no known relation between them and the other four patients.
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Safeway, Vons parent Albertsons to pay nearly $4M in CA overcharging lawsuit
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.
Judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
California's Newsom vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars
California would have become the first to require such systems for all new cars, trucks and buses sold in the state starting in 2030.
California driver's licenses / ID cars become available on Apple Wallet
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.
Rebuilding Pac-12 adding Boise St., Colorado St., Fresno St. and San Diego St.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
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Snake slithers through Dodgers dugout during NLCS loss to Mets
A snake slithered through the Los Angeles Dodgers dugout during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Viento's grand slam and Lindor's first inning homer lead Mets to 7-3 win over Dodgers
Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at a game apiece.
Kershaw says he plans to return to Dodgers for 18th season in 2025
Clayton Kershaw says he plans to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers for his 18th season next year.
Josh Norris scores overtime goal to lift Senators past Kings 8-7
Josh Norris capped a two-goal effort with the game-winning goal 56 seconds into overtime and the Ottawa Senators beat the Los Angeles Kings 8-7.
Jerry West becomes first three-time inductee as Carter and Billups enter basketball's Hall of Fame
Jerry West has made history by becoming the first three-time inductee to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
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New lawsuits accuse Diddy of sexual assault of 6 people, including a minor
A new wave of lawsuits filed Monday accuses Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping men and women and molesting a 16-year-old boy.
"Game of Thrones" famed Iron Throne sells for $1.49 million at auction
"Game of Thrones" fans came out in droves to bid on hundreds of costumes, props and other items from the series in an auction that raked in over $21 million, including #1.49 million for the famed Iron Throne.
Al Pacino on becoming Al Pacino
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
Jack Antonoff on the "randomness" of creativity
The 11-time Grammy-winner has written or produced songs with some of the biggest names in the business. Jack Antonoff talks about producing for Taylor Swift, singing with Bleachers, and appearing in a music video with wife Margaret Qualley.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
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Yet another abandoned Hollywood Hills home hit by taggers
SkyCal flew over yet another abandoned Hollywood Hills home that appeared to have been hit by taggers, marking the third such occasion in recent weeks.
Deputies shoot possibly armed suspect at end of wild pursuit, causing massive traffic snarl on I-15
Deputies shot a possibly armed and dangerous driver at the end of a wild pursuit through San Bernardino County late Monday evening, creating a massive snarl of traffic on the northbound I-15 Freeway.
Deputy shooting at end of pursuit creates massive traffic snarl in Cajon Pass
Both sides of I-15 were closed late Monday evening while deputies launched an investigation into a wild pursuit that ended with shots fired and the suspect wounded.
Driver fleeing street takeover in South LA crashes into rows of parked vehicles
Neighbors in one South LA neighborhood are at their wit's end after a driver fleeing from a street takeover early Monday morning crashed into rows of cars, leaving tons of damage behind before they were finally arrested. Amanda Starrantino reports.
Shots fired at end of wild pursuit through San Bernardino County
A wild pursuit that saw several PIT maneuvers and multiple San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies box an armed and dangerous suspect's vehicle in on the Cajon Pass on Monday evening came to an even wilder end when shots were fired on the freeway.
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Bridge Fire grows in acreage, prompting evacuation warnings
The Bridge Fire in California's Angeles National Forest exploded to more than 34,000 acres Tuesday evening, prompting evacuations and road closures.
Airport Fire burns thens of thousands of acres in Orange County
The Airport Fire burning in eastern Orange County is one of three brush fires continuing to rage in Southern California as hot temperatures and dry conditions challenge firefighting crews.
Desert Daze: A psych-rock music festival in Southern California
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
JM Eagle LA Championship
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
