Kimberly Cheng

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Reporter at KTLA-TV (Los Angeles, CA)

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Man who crashed into gate at Jennifer Aniston’s home identified

1 week ago | ktla.com | Marc Sternfield |Kimberly Cheng

A 48-year-old man is in custody for allegedly ramming his vehicle into the gate of actress Jennifer Aniston’s mansion in Bel Air. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Jimmy Wayne Carwyle was arrested on Monday around 12:30 p.m. after a caller reported a burglary suspect who had driven through a gate in a neighborhood near Sunset Boulevard and Bellagio Road. Several media outlets reported that the mansion belongs to the “Friends” and “The Morning Show” actress.
Increasing whale, dolphin deaths linked to toxic algae in Southern California

2 weeks ago | ktla.com | Marc Sternfield |Kimberly Cheng

A harmful algal bloom off the Southern California coast continues to sicken and kill marine life, with at least seven dolphins washing ashore this week alone in Venice Beach. Marine experts are taking samples and planning necropsies to determine if domoic acid toxicity is the cause, which has already affected thousands of sea lions and birds in recent months. Now, whales and dolphins are dying in larger numbers. “It’s heartbreaking and sad to see dolphins washed ashore.
Police investigate live streamer’s disturbing videos at L.A. County beach cities

1 month ago | ktla.com | Tony Kurzweil |Kimberly Cheng

Police are investigating multiple calls from concerned South Bay residents about a man recording himself saying obscene things to women and posting the videos on social media. “The Hermosa Beach Police Department is aware of multiple videos circulating on social media of an individual who has been live streaming throughout the city,” the Department stated in its post on Instagram Wednesday.
Kim Carter-Tillman named KTLA’s Remarkable Woman of the Year

1 month ago | ktla.com | Marc Sternfield |Kimberly Cheng

Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman, founder of the Time for Change Foundation in San Bernardino, has been named KTLA’s Remarkable Woman of the Year for her significant contributions to the community. Carter-Tillman, who has overcome homelessness, incarceration, and addiction, established the foundation in 2002 to help homeless individuals regain self-sufficiency.
Civil rights lawsuit filed after trans woman fatally shot by police

2 months ago | ktla.com | Marc Sternfield |Kimberly Cheng

A civil rights lawsuit has been filed against the Los Angeles Police Department after officers fatally shot a transgender woman at a motel last month. The family of Linda Becerra Moran says that she was suffering from a mental health crisis when she called 911 for help on Feb. 7. Body cam footage released by the LAPD shows Moran first holding a knife to her neck and eventually approaching officers, who opened fire. She succumbed to her wounds several weeks later.
Family of Menendez brothers hopeful as Gov. Newsom reviews clemency request

2 months ago | ktla.com | Kimberly Cheng |Travis Schlepp

The family of Erik and Lyle Menendez says they are relieved that California Gov. Gavin Newsom is paying attention to the brothers’ case, calling it an exciting time. While there is no guarantee they will be released, the family feels hopeful knowing that someone in power is reviewing their situation. “They have shown remorse decade after decade. I can personally attest to that,” said Anamaria Baralt, a cousin of Erik and Lyle.
Group of teens attack L.A. driver in violent beating caught on video

2 months ago | ktla.com | Tony Kurzweil |Kimberly Cheng

Police are investigating the violent beating of a man by a group of juveniles that was caught on video in the Carthay neighborhood of Los Angeles over the weekend. The incident was reported around 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of San Vicente Boulevard and McCarthy Vista when, for unknown reasons, a driver became involved in a dispute with some minors.
Rare Southern California tornado touches down in mobile home community

2 months ago | ktla.com | Kimberly Cheng |Travis Schlepp

Security cameras captured the moment a tornado tore through Oxnard on Thursday afternoon, damaging roofs and carports as residents took shelter inside their homes. Emergency calls from the Ocean-Aire Mobile Home Community and neighboring Country Club Mobile Estates recorded the panic as the storm struck. About a dozen homes and structures sustained severe damage, including the home of the Villegas family.
Southern California rainstorm intensifies, causing minor mudslides

Feb 13, 2025 | ktla.com | Austin Turner |Kimberly Cheng

As the heaviest rain storm of the winter season reached its peak on Thursday afternoon, some of Southern California’s most vulnerable areas braced for the potential impact. Crews and officials across the region prepared for potential mudslides, especially in areas with burn scars from the recent wildfires that ravaged several areas of metropolitan Los Angeles. According to the National Weather Service, the most prominent time for hard rainfall was expected between noon and 6 p.m. on Thursday.
Man charged with felony for actions during L.A. immigration rally

Feb 10, 2025 | ktla.com | Tony Kurzweil |Kimberly Cheng

A demonstrator was charged with a felony crime for allegedly throwing objects, including books, at cars on 101 Freeway during an immigration protest in Los Angeles last week, officials announced Monday. The incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Feb. 3, as protesters took to an overpass near Spring Street above the 101 Freeway to speak out against President Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration.