Iris Salem

Los Angeles, Studio City

Digital Producer at KCBS-TV (Los Angeles, CA)

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D.A. Hochman speaks out as Menendez resentencing hearings move ahead

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

Two days after a judge ruled that Erik and Lyle Menendez's resentencing hearings could proceed, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman held a press briefing to address the complex legal dynamics surrounding the case. Hochman explained that there are two distinct avenues toward resentencing: a motion initiated by the court itself, and another previously filed motion by the former District Attorney George Gascón.
California man arrested on suspicion of making false bomb threat aimed at Coachella Music and Arts Festival

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

A California man was taken into custody over the weekend after allegedly making a false bomb threat aimed at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival in Riverside County. The incident unfolded at 10:47 a.m. Saturday after officers with Cathedral City responded to the Agua Caliente Casino, located at 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, in Cathedral City regarding a suspicious person.
Investigation underway after man is fatally shot in Long Beach

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

A 56-year-old man was fatally shot in Long Beach. The shooting occurred in the 1900 block of 45th Street. When police arrived, they located the victim, who was later identified as Travis Lee Robinson Sr., a resident of Long Beach. Officers and other first responders rendered medical care to Robinson Sr., but he died. A motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
Pacific Coast Highway to reopen for public use in time for summer

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

The Pacific Coast Highway, closed to the public since the Palisades Fire, is set to reopen in time for summer, Governor Gavin Newsom announced Saturday. Since the fires, access to the PCH has been limited to residents of the fire-impacted area, essential businesses, and repair crews. But that will change by the end of May, when the highway is expected to reopen to the public—months earlier than initially projected. "We are on track to reopen the highway by the end of May," the Governor said.
Multiple people injured in bus crash on 15 Freeway in Devore

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

Authorities reported Sunday that multiple people have been injured in a bus crash on the 15 Freeway in San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino County Fire Department said on X that multiple ambulances were being requested following the crash on the southbound lanes for the thoroughfare at Kenwood Avenue in Devore. The department stated that the injuries ranged from minor to moderate. The cause of the crash has not yet been determined. This is a breaking news story.
200,000 people expected Sunday as Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach celebrates 50 years

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

Nearly 200,000 spectators are anticipated to attend the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Sunday. The excitement began building on Saturday, with drivers taking to the track for practice runs and qualifying rounds in preparation for the main event. "This is a really good track for Andretti Global," said Kyle Kirkwood, an Andretti Global driver who earned his first IndyCar victory at the 2023 Long Beach Grand Prix. "We always come out here and have a great time, and this is one of our marquee events.
UCLA Chancellor says federal government has revoked visas for a dozen students

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

The federal government has revoked the visas of a dozen international students at the University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk announced Sunday. Frenk stated in a message to the Bruin community that UCLA officials learned of the revocations during a routine audit of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System's (SEVIS) records.
Wayward whale that attracted crowds to Long Beach dies

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

A wayward whale that had captivated onlookers in Long Beach has died. The whale, estimated to be 20 to 25 feet long and likely in its teens, has washed ashore on Sunday. The Marine Mammal Care Center confirmed to CBS News Los Angeles that the deceased whale is the same one that had been swimming in the harbor earlier this week. The whale had initially drawn crowds as it swam through the Catalina Landing. Experts had observed that it seemed healthy and appeared to be simply passing through.
Final pitch ball from 2024 World Series sells for $414,000 to aid Los Angeles fire victims

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

The ball from the final pitch of the 2024 World Series, which secured the Los Angeles Dodgers' eighth MLB championship, was auctioned off on Saturday. The historic ball, thrown by Walker Buehler to the Dodger catcher for strike three, clinched the Dodgers' 7-6 Game 5 win over the New York Yankees. It sold for $414,000, with all proceeds going to support victims of the Los Angeles fires.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Pomona

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Iris Salem

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Pomona, authorities reported. Officers responded to the intersection of Philadelphia Street and Palomares Street at approximately 3:11 a.m. Sunday. Upon arrival, officers found the pedestrian lying in the roadway with severe injuries. First responders attempted life-saving measures, but the pedestrian later died from their injuries. The driver responsible for the collision fled the scene. The accident is under investigation.

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