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Police investigating online abuse of Havertz's wife

Police are investigating online abuse received by the wife of Arsenal forward Kai Havertz.

ESPN - Jan. 16

Who owns California's water?

False claims over a wealthy California couple owning a vast amount of California's water are surfacing online. CBS News Confirmed's Melissa Mahtani sets the record straight.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Investigation into whether murderer referenced killing schoolboy in rap

Reports in the Sun suggest the murder of schoolboy Jimmy Mizen was referenced in rap lyrics.

BBC News - Jan. 16

California fires: LA fire crews make progress as officials expect ‘much-needed break’ from dangerous weather – as it happened

This blog is now closed. You can read our latest story here . ‘Running to danger’: incarcerated firefighters on LA frontlines Tell us about financial consequences you are facing LA mayor, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 16

California officials deny false claims Oregon fire trucks turned away

Crews from neighboring states are helping California fight the Los Angeles area fires, and officials say regulations are not holding them up.

CBS News - Jan. 14

Officials trying to determine cause of Southern California fires

As dangerous conditions persist, investigators are focused on finding out what caused the Palisades Fire to erupt in Southern California. Officials are probing whether embers from another fire that ...

CBS News - Jan. 13

California officials give update on wildfires, looting as area braces for more high winds

Authorities in California gave an update Monday on the wildfires that have scorched much of the Los Angeles area and the looting that has ensued in some places. More high winds are expected as ...

CBS News - Jan. 13

FBI head Wray on Trump investigations

FBI Director Christopher Wray talks to correspondent Scott Pelley about Trump investigations.

CBS News - Jan. 12

The Dream of California Is Up in Smoke

Los Angeles seemed like paradise. Who could have imagined where it would lead?

The New York Times - Jan. 12

California wildfires live updates: Los Angeles death toll rises to 11 as governor orders water investigation

Officials say five people killed in Palisades fire and six in Eaton fire, while LA fire chief criticizes city officials over hydrants than ran dry. After the fire, the insurance battles: new ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

Elected officials in California facing criticism over wildfire response

At least 10 people are dead and over 300,000 have been ordered or warned to evacuate as wildfires continue to devastate parts of Southern California. Some residents have been quick to blame ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

California official bans insurance cancellations, nonrenewals in wildfire-affected areas

California's insurance commissioner issued a one-year moratorium on policy nonrenewals and cancellations in areas affected by devastating wildfires in and around Los Angeles. “I am using my ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

California officials provide updates on 5 fires in Los Angeles area

Los Angeles area officials provided updates on at least five fires in the state. The Sunset Fire in the Hollywood Hills has been stopped, an official said, and the Woodley Fire has also been 100% ...

CBS News - Jan. 9

California official on evacuation orders as Sunset Fire burns in Hollywood Hills

L.A. City Councilmember Nithya Raman told CBS News Los Angeles the latest updates on the Sunset Fire burning in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening. She urged anyone in the evacuation order ...

CBS News - Jan. 8

Officials provide update on Southern California wildfires

California officials on Wednesday held a news conference to provide updates on the brush fires raging in the Los Angeles area. The Pacific Palisades fire, the Eaton fire and several other blazes ...

CBS News - Jan. 8

Grooming still happening in Oxford, ex-investigator says

Simon Morton says perpetrators are operating in plain sight and the "guys we couldn't catch are still out there".

BBC News - Jan. 9

Evening Report — Trump investigations speed to an end

Plus: 🔥Thousands flee as Los Angeles burns {beacon} Evening Report © AP Photo: Charlie Neibergall, Jacquelyn Martin Trump's legal troubles barrel toward a conclusion THE INVESTIGATIONS AND ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

California wildfires: deadly blazes continue to grow as officials warn of shortage of firefighters – latest updates

Tens of thousands of homes affected by ‘unprecedented’ fires in Los Angeles area; aircraft return to dropping water after winds grounded them. Visual explainer: why are the LA wildfires so ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Wildfires in Southern California

Plus, we explain why Facebook is getting rid of fact-checking.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Met to investigate handling of Al Fayed complaints

The force is currently reviewing 21 allegations made before the former Harrods boss died in 2023.

BBC News - Jan. 8

LA official on California wildfires: This is a public safety emergency

Los Angeles councilmember, Traci Park, who represents one of the areas under siege from the intense wildfires, joins TODAY to share an update and break down what people should know about the ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Experian accused of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes

A top watchdog agency for consumer finance has accused the credit rating company Experian of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes. In an announcement Tuesday, the Consumer Financial ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Exxon Sues California Official, Claiming He Defamed the Company

The lawsuit, an unusual strategy for the oil giant, comes after California’s attorney general sued Exxon last year alleging it misled the public about plastics recycling.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Louisiana mayor arrested after drug trafficking investigation

Seven people — including Tyrin Truong, mayor of Bogalusa, Louisiana — are facing charges issued in connection with a drug trafficking investigation.

CBS News - Jan. 7

UK special forces investigated over Libya operation

Members of the Special Boat Service are facing a probe over an operation two years ago.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Investigators say jealousy was a motive in murder of Texas teen

Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.

CBS News - Jan. 5

Tornado Confirmed in Northern California

A warning covering an area with about 2,200 residents told people to take shelter because flying debris was expected.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Rybakina's ex-coach suspended as investigation into conduct continues

World number six Elena Rybakina's former coach Stefano Vukov is suspended by the WTA as an investigation into his behaviour towards the player continues.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Newsom launches investigation into ‘ultra-processed’ foods in California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) ramped up efforts Friday to crack down on "ultra-processed” foods, signing an executive order aimed at investigating health risks linked to synthetic food dyes and ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Investigators Said the New Orleans Attacker Acted Alone

Also, Speaker Johnson is trying to unite Republicans behind him. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

California snowpack near average in season's first survey, though officials caution 'anything can happen'

Snowpack in the mountains of California is near average for this time of year, after a recent series of storms provided a much-needed boost to the region, officials reported Thursday. The season's ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Watch live: Louisiana officials, FBI provide update on New Orleans attack investigation

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) and the FBI field office in Orleans are set to provide an update Thursday morning on the investigation into the New Year's Day terror attack that left 15 dead, and ...