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Los Angeles police say they've arrested a knife-wielding serial rapist tied to at least nine sexual assaults and four robberies.

LeBord Johnny reports that 40-year-old Andre Cobbs was taken into custody after attacking a woman in February near Figueroa and 80th Street.

The victim escaped and took a photo of Cobbs and his car,

which helped police track him down. DNA evidence then connected him to cases going back two

decades across L.A. County. Cobbs remains in jail on a $1.7 million bond with a court date

set for April 1st. Police believe there may be more victims and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

The nation's most famous legal secretary and civil rights attorney are turning their attention towards victims of the Eaton Fire.

Matt Hamilton reports that Aaron Brockovich and Benjamin Crump are in Altadena preparing

for a legal showdown worth billions. But they're not the only professionals swooping in.

Southern California Edison could be on the hook for massive payouts, and lawyers across the

country are swarming to represent victims. Lawyers usually don't charge anything

up front, but their standard one-third cut of a future settlement could be huge. Some of these

attorneys eyeing Altadena are legitimate, but others, not so much. From packed town halls to aggressive

social media ads, survivors are being bombarded with promises of justice.

But experts warn they need to choose wisely.

With billions at stake, this is an important fight that could change lives, or leave victims empty-handed.

California's alcohol industry is getting hit hard by the escalating trade war.

Andrea Chang reports that importers, wine shops, and bars are struggling to navigate a tariff battle that could drive up prices and put businesses at risk.

Raza Zadie, an alcohol importer in San Francisco, ordered a shipment of Mexican spirits.

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