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Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Deadly kissing bug disease has spread in the U.S. Here's what to know.
Chagas disease is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the non-endemic label in the U.S., the CDC says.
Woman dead after hit-and-run in Gardena outside of neighborhood bar
Gardena police said the driver of the vehicle initially fled the scene but later surrendered and was arrested.
86-year-old man killed after rottweiler attack in Norwalk
An 86-year-old died after two rottweilers attacked him during a morning walk in Nowalk.
Sparks beat Wings 91-77, remain alive in playoff hunt
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
Baby found safe after alleged abduction by father in LA County triggered Amber Alert
The California Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert for a baby after his father allegedly abducted him in LA County.
Stafford tops 60,000 yards passing, Rams hold off Texans 14-9
Matthew Stafford threw for 245 yards and a touchdown while becoming the 10th quarterback in NFL history with 60,000 yards in the air, and Braden Fiske recovered a fumble forced by Nate Landman with 1:43 to play in the Los Angeles Rams' 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans.
USC libraries closed as police investigate bomb threat
USC closed the Leavey and Doheny Memorial Libraries as police investigated a bomb threat.
3-year-old boy dies after being hit by car in Long Beach
The boy ran out into the street before he was struck, police said.
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Why didn't laws to protect kids online prevent alleged Roblox kidnapping?
CBS News California examined why and how a recent alleged kidnapping might have been avoided if the laws were working the way they were supposed to.
California's top prosecutors honor "American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn
They were mocked, doubted and even called liars. But now, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn, the couple once accused of staging a kidnapping hoax, are being honored by California's top prosecutors. Here's how their relentless pursuit of justice helped solve cold case crimes and the exclusive confessions they helped uncover.
Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn honored as "Witnesses of the Year" for role in Matthew Muller confessions
Never-before-released interrogations of Matthew Muller, the serial predator who kidnapped Denise Huskins in 2015, show his confessions to decades of other home invasions and sexual assaults.
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New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in Southern California
New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in our area. As Senior Reporter Ross Palombo found, we can now see exactly where these detainees are going.
Immigration arrests by the numbers | KCAL Investigates
Is Los Angeles really the most intense immigration enforcement spot in the country? Senior reporter Ross Palombo dives into the numbers from federal government's own data.
Former LAFD fire chief files legal claim against the city
The former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has filed a legal claim against the city and Mayor Karen Bass nearly six months after she was removed as chief. KCAL Senior Report Ross Palombo has more on the legal move.
LASD training facility safety records
Senior Investigative Reporter Ross Palombo checks into the safety record of the LA County Sheriff's training facility following a deadly explosion that killed three deputies.
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A look at the call for the resignation of RFJ Jr.
Carmen Paun, Politico health reporter, discusses the growing call for the resignation of RFK Jr. as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Air quality testing for heavy metals after the LA fires
Michael Kleeman, UC Davis Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor, shares his method for testing the air quality and what was uncovered.
PowerLines founder discusses the rise of energy bills
Charles Hua, the founder and executive director of PowerLines, talks about the rising costs of energy bills across the country. He says there’s several things contributing to the spike, including wildfires in California.
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Sparks beat Wings 91-77, remain alive in playoff hunt
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
Stafford tops 60,000 yards passing, Rams hold off Texans 14-9
Matthew Stafford threw for 245 yards and a touchdown while becoming the 10th quarterback in NFL history with 60,000 yards in the air, and Braden Fiske recovered a fumble forced by Nate Landman with 1:43 to play in the Los Angeles Rams' 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans.
Ohtani hits 2 HRs, Betts also goes deep as LA Dodgers end skid with 5-2 win over Baltimore Orioles
Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs, and Mookie Betts added a solo shot to back an effective pitching performance by Clayton Kershaw, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Sunday to end a five-game losing streak.
Athletics hit 4 HRs in 17-4 win over Angels
Nick Kurtz, Colby Thomas, Carlos Cortes and J.J. Bleday all homered to lead the Athletics to a 17-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday night.
UNLV beats UCLA 30-23 for first Big Ten win in 22 years
Anthony Colandrea passed for 203 yards and three touchdowns as UNLV held off a UCLA rally to win 30-23 on Saturday night for the Rebels' first victory over a Big Ten Conference opponent in 22 years.
Lucas Sanabria scores late in stoppage time to rally Galaxy to 1-1 draw with Dynamo
Lucas Sanabria scored in the ninth minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 1-1 draw with the Houston Dynamo.
USC routs Georgia Southern 59-20 in former coach Clay Helton's return to the Coliseum
Makai Lemon made touchdown catches of 62 and 74 yards in the first quarter, Jayden Maiava passed for 412 yards and four scores, and Southern California trounced former coach Clay Helton's Georgia Southern 59-20 Saturday night.
An out from being no-hit, the Orioles stun the Dodgers with 4 runs in the 9th to win 4-3
Jackson Holliday homered with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning to deny Yoshinobu Yamamoto a no-hitter, and the Baltimore Orioles weren't satisfied with that, rallying for four runs in the inning to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3 in a delirious comeback.
Aryna Sabalenka defeats Amanda Anisimova, winning U.S. Open women's final
Aryna Sabalenka has won her fourth Grand Slam title overall and second straight at the U.S. Open after defeating Amanda Anisimova on Saturday.
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Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Deadly kissing bug disease has spread in the U.S. Here's what to know.
Chagas disease is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the non-endemic label in the U.S., the CDC says.
Woman dead after hit-and-run in Gardena outside of neighborhood bar
Gardena police said the driver of the vehicle initially fled the scene but later surrendered and was arrested.
86-year-old man killed after rottweiler attack in Norwalk
An 86-year-old died after two rottweilers attacked him during a morning walk in Nowalk.
Sparks beat Wings 91-77, remain alive in playoff hunt
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
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Woman dead after hit-and-run in Gardena outside of neighborhood bar
Gardena police said the driver of the vehicle initially fled the scene but later surrendered and was arrested.
86-year-old man killed after rottweiler attack in Norwalk
An 86-year-old died after two rottweilers attacked him during a morning walk in Nowalk.
Baby found safe after alleged abduction by father in LA County triggered Amber Alert
The California Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert for a baby after his father allegedly abducted him in LA County.
USC libraries closed as police investigate bomb threat
USC closed the Leavey and Doheny Memorial Libraries as police investigated a bomb threat.
3.5-magnitude earthquake strikes near La Verne
The earthquake struck just after 5:10 p.m. about six miles north of La Verne, according to the USGS.
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Orange County woman charged for illegally registering dog to vote in 2021, 2022 elections
Prosecutors say that the dog's vote was counted in the 2021 gubernatorial recall election but denied in the 2022 primary election.
1 killed in fiery 3-car crash in Orange County's Santiago Canyon
A fiery three-car crash killed a person and injured three others, including a child.
Self-proclaimed "Angel of Death" allegedly threatens Orange County church
An Alabama man claiming to be the "Angel of Death" allegedly said he was the "rider of the pale horse," a biblical excerpt referring to the apocalypse.
Alabama man arrested after allegedly threatening Orange County church
The Alabama man allegedly issued threats against St. Michael's Abbey in Silverado Canyon via email and in person.
Newport beach hazardous materials investigation leads to shelter in place order for residents
Some Newport Beach residents were asked to shelter in place as a hazardous materials investigation was underway on Monday afternoon.
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Riverside County deputies seize over 800 marijuana plants from illegal grow operation
Deputies seized 815 marijuana plants from the illegal grow operation in unincorporated Lake Elsinore.
Evacuation orders issued as Pyrite Fire burns in Riverside County
The fire has burned about 520 acres and is 10% contained, according to Cal Fire officials.
Health officials identify tuberculosis case at Riverside County high school
Riverside County health officials say that the student fell ill towards the end of the 2024-25 school year and attended Indio High School, which is part of the Desert Sands Unified School District.
Southern California transgender athlete AB Hernandez speaks out against criticism
After her volleyball game, AB Hernandez spoke out against the people who believe she does not belong in girls' sports.
Colton nudist resort residents suing landlords over property conditions and new rules
Residents claim the owners of the nudist resort recently changed the rules and made clothes mandatory.
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Former LAFD fire chief files legal claim against the city
The former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has filed a legal claim against the city and Mayor Karen Bass nearly six months after she was removed as chief. KCAL Senior Report Ross Palombo has more on the legal move.
New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in Southern California
New data shows a dramatic increase in immigration arrests in our area. As Senior Reporter Ross Palombo found, we can now see exactly where these detainees are going.
Rancho Palos Verdes residents plead for help after FEMA cancels federal funding
Residents in the Rancho Palos Verdes have been living in fear that one day their homes might slide down the edge of the slope. Just when they thought they were going to be receiving funds to help, it got ripped away. Jeff Nguyen reports
Breaking down the latest immigration arrest information from ICE
Ross Palombo breaks down the latest numbers from ICE.
KCAL Investigation uncovers accused arsonist's criminal past
KCAL News reporter Ross Palombo reviews the charging documents, which outline the suspect's criminal history.
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Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Deadly kissing bug disease has spread in the U.S. Here's what to know.
Chagas disease is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the non-endemic label in the U.S., the CDC says.
Sparks beat Wings 91-77, remain alive in playoff hunt
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
Stafford tops 60,000 yards passing, Rams hold off Texans 14-9
Matthew Stafford threw for 245 yards and a touchdown while becoming the 10th quarterback in NFL history with 60,000 yards in the air, and Braden Fiske recovered a fumble forced by Nate Landman with 1:43 to play in the Los Angeles Rams' 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans.
Mexican man dies in ICE custody at Arizona detention center, officials say
A Mexican national died on Aug. 31 while in ICE custody in Arizona, the federal agency said. His cause of death was unknown and under investigation.
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Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Postal traffic to U.S. fell 80% after exemptions ended on low-value parcels
The Universal Postal Union says it has started rolling out new measures that can help postal operators around the world after the U.S. eliminated the so-called "de minimis exemption."
Orange County woman charged for illegally registering dog to vote in 2021, 2022 elections
Prosecutors say that the dog's vote was counted in the 2021 gubernatorial recall election but denied in the 2022 primary election.
RFK Jr. faces heated questions on CDC, vaccines at Senate hearing
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended firing the director of the CDC at a hearing before a Senate committee on Thursday.
California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii form health alliance in response to CDC changes
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
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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.
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.
California bill seeks to create "hospitality zones" with 4 a.m. last call
Lawmakers in California are expected to consider a bill that would allow cities to designate so-called "hospitality zones" where bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
Proposal seeks to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts in California
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
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.
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RFK Jr. faces heated questions on CDC, vaccines at Senate hearing
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended firing the director of the CDC at a hearing before a Senate committee on Thursday.
California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii form health alliance in response to CDC changes
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
Riverside County health officials say Valley Fever cases are spiking
Riverside County health officials have issued a warning due to an increasing number of Valley Fever infections across the region.
California resident in Lake Tahoe area tests positive for plague
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
CU Buffs Coach Prime gets emotional while revealing bladder cancer diagnosis
Head Colorado Buffaloes football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders revealed his bladder cancer diagnosis for the first time on Monday morning.
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Target CEO will step down in February, COO will take his place
Target CEO Brian Cornell, who helped reenergize the company but has struggled to turn around weak sales in a more competitive retail landscape since the COVID pandemic, plans to step down Feb. 1.
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.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing immigrant health care coverage expansion
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
California will sue to stop Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs: "No other state will be more impacted"
California is filing a lawsuit to challenge President Donald Trump's tariffs, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
State seems receptive to State Farm's emergency rate hike request
At an Oakland hearing Tuesday, attorneys for State Farm Insurance made their case for an emergency rate hike that could impact insurance rates for millions of Californians.
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Sparks beat Wings 91-77, remain alive in playoff hunt
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunday to avoid elimination from playoff contention.
Stafford tops 60,000 yards passing, Rams hold off Texans 14-9
Matthew Stafford threw for 245 yards and a touchdown while becoming the 10th quarterback in NFL history with 60,000 yards in the air, and Braden Fiske recovered a fumble forced by Nate Landman with 1:43 to play in the Los Angeles Rams' 14-9 victory over the Houston Texans.
Ohtani hits 2 HRs, Betts also goes deep as LA Dodgers end skid with 5-2 win over Baltimore Orioles
Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs, and Mookie Betts added a solo shot to back an effective pitching performance by Clayton Kershaw, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Sunday to end a five-game losing streak.
Athletics hit 4 HRs in 17-4 win over Angels
Nick Kurtz, Colby Thomas, Carlos Cortes and J.J. Bleday all homered to lead the Athletics to a 17-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday night.
UNLV beats UCLA 30-23 for first Big Ten win in 22 years
Anthony Colandrea passed for 203 yards and three touchdowns as UNLV held off a UCLA rally to win 30-23 on Saturday night for the Rebels' first victory over a Big Ten Conference opponent in 22 years.
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Cardi B wins case filed by security guard who claimed rapper assaulted her
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsey shares skin cancer diagnosis
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Your guide to the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce engagement
Fans have been eager to learn everything they can ever since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint post.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get engaged, sharing photos
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler, "Sopranos" and "The Good Wife" actor, dies at 96
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
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A look at the call for the resignation of RFJ Jr.
Carmen Paun, Politico health reporter, discusses the growing call for the resignation of RFK Jr. as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Air quality testing for heavy metals after the LA fires
Michael Kleeman, UC Davis Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor, shares his method for testing the air quality and what was uncovered.
PowerLines founder discusses the rise of energy bills
Charles Hua, the founder and executive director of PowerLines, talks about the rising costs of energy bills across the country. He says there’s several things contributing to the spike, including wildfires in California.
Local news with Los Angeles Sentinel | Community Insider
News highlights with the Los Angeles Sentinel: The nonprofit, Private School Access; “Plundered” and Black homeownership; and Prosperity Market.
Local news with the Los Angeles Sentinel | Community Insider
News highlights with the Los Angeles Sentinel: Inglewood’s 1010 Wine & Events, Jayne Kennedy’s new memoir, and local designer Maxie J.
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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.
Remembering Chauncy Glover
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
