Procession for Fallen Officer Nicholas VellaDozens of police officers and first responders alike took part in a procession for fallen Huntington Beach Police Officer Nicholas Vella, 44, who was killed in when his helicopter crashed in Newport Beach Saturday.
HBPD Officers Remember Their Fallen Partner After Tragic Helicopter CrashHuntington Beach Police officer Nicholas Vella was killed when his helicopter crashed en route to a disturbance call Saturday. The crash also injured another officer onboard. Now, other HBPD officers remember their fallen brother following this tragic accident.
HBPD Officer Killed in Helicopter Crash Identified as Nicholas VellaHuntington Beach Police Chief Eric Parra disclosed at a press conference Saturday evening that one of the two officers involved in the helicopter crash on Saturday evening has died. He was identified as Nicholas Vella, 44-years-old, a 14-year veteran of the HBPD force.
Huntington Beach Police Officials Disclose One of the Pilots Involved in the Helicopter Crash Has DiedHuntington Beach Police Chief Eric Parra announced at a press conference that one of the pilots onboard the helictoper crash, Nicholas Vella, 44-years-old, has died. The other officer is said to be in critical condition.
Japanese Day of Remembrance: 80 Years Ago Today FDR Sent Thousands of Japanese Americans To Internment CampsThe Japanese Day of Remembrance is a day for Americans to observe the dark period in American history when President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed an order that sent thousands of Japanese-Americans to internment camps.
Dozens Of Officers Awaiting News On Pilots Involved In HBPD Helicopter CrashFootage from Sky9 chopper showed dozens of officers on hand outside of Orange County Global Medical Center, as they awaited news on one of the two pilots who was transported to trauma centers after their Huntington Beach Police Department helicopter crashed in Newport Beach.
Street Vendor Killed By Driver Behind Wheel Of Stolen Amazon Truck Remembered At Saturday VigilFamily, friends and activists alike joined at a vigil to remember Jose Rangel, the street vendor who was killed when the driver of a stolen Amazon Truck struck him while he was working in South L.A.
Witnesses Detail Moments As HBPD Helicopter Crashes Into WaterKCAL9’s Rick Montanez was at the scene of the Huntington Beach Police Department helicopter crash, where he spoke with witnesses who detailed the moments before and after the chopper nosedived into the water.
Continued Coverage of HBPD Helicopter Crash Shows Officers Being Rescued from AircraftNew footage from the scene of the Huntington Beach Police Department helicopter crash in Newport Beach shows the pilots being rescued by swimmers and officers in the area. Both pilots were transported to a nearby trauma center for treatment.
Huntington Beach Police Helicopter Crashes Into Newport Beach WatersA Huntington Beach Police Department helicopter crashed into the Newport Beach waters between Lido Isle and Balboa Peninsula Saturday. Both pilots on board were reportedly rescued and transported to a trauma center for treatment.
CSDR Girls Basketball TeamThe California School for the Death girls basketball team set new school records this season. CBSLA Reporter Rick Montanez has the team’s story.
Helicopter Crashes Into Miami Beach, Two Swimmers Transferred To HospitalA helicopter splashed into Miami Beach on Saturday. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries but two people were transferred to a hospital.
Multiple Arrests Made After Authorities Break Up Sideshow in Beverly HillsOver 100 cars and even more people were on hand at a sideshow in Beverly Hills Friday evening when authorities arrived to break up the illegal gathering. Multiple arrests were reportedly made following the event.
One Man Killed in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision On 710 FWY In BellA multi-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and at least two cars resulted in one death on Saturday. CHP officials issued a Sigalert for all southbound lanes of the 710 Freeway as they investigated, where one person was said to potentially be lodged under one of the vehicles.
SoCal Gas Prices Continue To Rise, Reach Record High For 14th Time In 16 DaysThere is no question that gas prices are continuing to tick upwards. The price for a gallon of regular gasoline rose for the 14th time in 16 days.
LA Convention Center Hosts 23rd Black College ExpoThe 23rd Annual Black College Expo was held at the L.A. Convention Center Saturday, where hundreds of college hopefuls, or transfer students, gain admission to a Historically Black College or University.
What’s Happening with the Crisis in Ukraine? A History Professor ExplainsAndrew Jenks, a history professor at Cal State University Long Beach joined the studio to discuss the current dilemma that has the entire world on edge – Russia’s threat to invade Ukraine – and what it means here in California.
Man Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On 405 FreewayOne man was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the 405 Freeway Saturday. The incident involved a semi-truck and at least three other vehicles.
Norwalk Family Left Reeling After Grandfather Killed In Deputy-Involved ShootingPedro Lopez was killed Thursday when a deputy-involved shooting broke out in front of his home. Now, the family of the innocent bystander is left with more questions than answers.
Earl Woods Scholar: Chiamaka “Chia” ObiloChia Obilo, a recipient of the Earl Woods scholarship that golf legend Tiger Woods created in honor of his father, is preparing for medical school thanks to her hard work and willingness to help others.
Jim Hill, Golf Professional Aimee Cho Discuss The Genesis Invitational, Tiger WoodsCBSLA Sports Director Jim Hill and golf professional Aimee Cho discuss current PGA TOUR players’ respect for golf legend Tiger Woods.
Weekend Weather ForecastCBSLA’s Alex Biston shows you the weekend weather forecast.
Tensions Rise In Ukraine As Russia Threatens InvasionOn Friday, President Biden said the U.S. has reason to believe that Russian President Vladimir Putin has made the decision to invade Ukraine.
Vehicle Crashes Into Electrical Pole, Causes FireSky2 was over the scene of a crash in downtown LA. A vehicle crashed into an electrical pole which sparked a fire.
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