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Chef René Redzepi resigns from Noma amid abuse allegations

René Redzepi, the head chef of one of the highest-rated restaurants in the world, has resigned from Noma amid abuse allegations and protests outside his L.A. pop-up location.

Orange County rideshare driver arrested for alleged sexual abuse of intoxicated passenger

Authorities are seeking more victims of a rideshare driver who allegedly sexually assaulted a passenger in Orange County last month.

Orange County man dies after venomous rattlesnake bite

An Orange County man died after being bitten by a rattlesnake while mountain biking at an Irvine trail.

Officials downplay risk of Iranian drone attacks off California after FBI memo

FBI memo warning that Iran may try to launch drones at California in a seaborne "surprise attack" raised concern Wednesday — but officials tell CBS News there is no known, specific threat underpinning it.

Irvine's Great Park is home base for U.S. Men's National Team during 2026 FIFA World Cup

"We are honored that the U.S. Men's National Team has chosen to train at the Great Park during the FIFA World Cup," Irvine Mayor Larry Agran said.

Prosecutor: Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, 3 kids were home during attempted murder

Authorities say a Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder and other felonies over gunshots fired at Rihanna's Los Angeles home last weekend.

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.

Winter heat wave could bring record-breaking temperatures to Southern California

Los Angeles could hit 97 degrees for just the third time in the past 50 years.

Lawsuit calls for stronger LAUSD anti-bullying policies following death of 12-year-old Reseda student

"School administrators cannot let giant fights just erupt in the middle of the campus and not do anything about it," Attorney Robert Glassman said, highlighting the school district's role in the tragedy.

Train hits, kills pedestrian in Los Angeles

The incident took place in the Glassell Park neighborhood of Los Angeles around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Semi-truck collides with power pole in Montebello

Verdugo Fire said the driver remained in the truck until power lines were secured, and he was removed safely without injuries from the lines.

Alleged serial arsonist charged with murder after Hollywood house fire that killed 2 sisters

Maria Del Consuelo Alarcon-Valdez, 76, and Yolanda Honda, 82, died after the Feb. 4 fire.

LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho breaks silence following FBI probe

Attorneys representing Carvalho issued a statement denying any wrongdoing and saying the superintendent respects the rule of law.

Road closures in place as Annenberg Wildlife Crossing

The closure of Agoura Road started at 7 a.m. and will last until 5 p.m. on Wednesday.