Video captured a United Airlines passenger standing on his own seat and kicking the backrest during a flight from Texas to Los Angeles earlier this month.

Rick Chambers reports on Nov. 27, 2024.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/united-airlines-passenger-restrained-after-violently-attacking-own-seat/

Nearly 80 million are expected to be traveling this for the Thanksgiving Day holiday with a winter storm on the east coast bearing and bringing the potential for big delays and cancellations.

Omar Lewis reports on Nov. 27, 2024.

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Fire erupted inside a two-story home Wednesday in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Hollywood Hills West where firefighters later discovered a deceased elderly man, officials confirmed to KTLA.

Carlos Saucedo reports on Nov. 27, 2024.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/man-found-dead-in-hollywood-hills-home-engulfed-by-flames/

A 28-year-old man from Santa Barbara County pled not guilty after he was charged with two counts of murder in connection with an alleged alcohol-related crash in San Bernardino County that claimed the lives of two toddlers, officials announced Tuesday.  

The deadly three-vehicle crash occurred on Nov. 24 just after 11 p.m. at Walnut and Riverside drives in Rialto, according to Sgt. Daniel Smith of the Rialto Police Department.

KTLA's Shelby Nelson reports on Nov. 27, 2024.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/man-accused-of-killing-2-toddlers-in-southern-california-charged-with-murder/

This Thanksgiving week could see record travel numbers according to federal leaders. The Transportation Department says it's coordinating with federal agencies and airlines to try to ensure the holiday season goes smoothly despite the uptick in travelers. 

"These will likely be some of the busiest travel days in U.S. history," Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.

The TSA expects to see record-setting numbers. The agency projects they'll screen 2.8 million passengers on Tuesday, 2.9 million passengers on Wednesday, and more than three million passengers on the Sunday after Thanksgiving.

KTLA's Ellina Abovian reports on Nov. 27, 2024.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/nationworld/tsa-anticipates-record-thanksgiving-travel/

An arson suspect remains on the loose after surveillance video captured the fugitive setting a Panorama City home on fire.

On Nov. 26, the suspect, wearing a facemask and hoodie, is seen approaching the victim’s front door at around 4:30 a.m. They were carrying what appeared to be a gas canister.

The suspect kneels down and sets up something off-camera. Moments later, a bright flame is ignited on the front porch. The suspect runs away as the fire continues growing.

KTLA's Mary Beth McDade reports on Nov. 27, 2024.

Sky5's Gil Leyvas reports on the Thanksgiving travel rush over the 405 and 5 freeway merge in Sylmar. Nov. 27, 2024.

KTLA's David Lazarus covers the latest consumer news and trends. Nov. 27, 2024.

Lines extended for several blocks Wednesday as thousands of Californians waited to purchase honey baked ham for Thanksgiving. Nov. 27, 2024.

Celebrities took part in the annual Thanksgiving meal at the LA Mission on Wednesday. Nov. 27, 2024.

Norms, the iconic Los Angeles diner chain, may see one of its most famous locations get turned into a fast food spot. KTLA 5's Kimberly Cheng reports. (Nov. 27, 2024)

The idea of having a couple of drinks before the Thanksgiving chaos begins is so appealing to Americans that it has become an unofficial holiday. https://trib.al/mjGJVmu