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"And they will never end up in the Oval Office," says author Craig Tomashoff.
It was after he stopped playing baseball that his fortunes took off. He thrived as a glib baseball broadcaster and fixture on "Today" leading to a nearly 30-year association with NBC.
Howard's career spanned four decades in TV, theater and film
Los Angeles will pay nearly $6.9 million to settle a lawsuit over a police shooting that left a reputed gang member paralyzed.
It is the most unusual -- some would say horrifying, while others would say electrifying -- presidential election in modern U.S. history. It is a slugfest to the White House driven by fear, angst and loathing. It is the ultimate reality show, with the stakes higher than they have ever been.
A federal judge dismissed former Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling's $600 million antitrust lawsuit against the National Basketball League, court papers obtained Wednesday show.
One person was killed after a small car collided with a garbage truck near Cal State LA.
Deputies are hoping a composite drawing circulated Wednesday will lead to the tattooed man who accosted two sisters in East Los Angeles' Salazar Park, but one girl fought back and her mother chased the suspect out of the park.
Anger and fear seem to be everywhere this election year.
People in other countries are watching closely as the U.S. elects a new president.
Some say that unhappy voters are the reason this year's presidential election is so contentious.
California's presidential primary will be front and center this year, even though it doesn't take place until June.
A reward for information leading to the driver of a car police say was racing on the 5 Freeway in Commerce, leading to a pileup that killed three people, was increased Wednesday to $35,000.
Twitter, Facebook and other social media are playing a key role for candidates and voters this year.
Some say the genie is out of the bottle and the current election is a harbinger of future presidential campaigns.
We all lost an hour of sleep this week, and some of us are still catching up. Lifestyle expert and "Go-To Girlfriend" Sadie Murray has rest and relaxation essentials.
Lusanet Collective, a creative hub in Burbank for local community entrepreneurs, is creating a unique opportunity to help small businesses grow. Kara Finnstrom has more.
LA Times reporter Rachel Uranga talks about the increase in drug use and crimes seen on the LA metro system. The most crimes were on the Red Line, which runs from North Hollywood to Union Station.
Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore joins KCAL News to discuss current topics including President Biden's recent executive order on gun control; homelessness in the city and around schools; and the proposed use of Boston Dynamic's "robot dog" for the force.
Authorities set up a perimeter around four evacuated apartment buildings and beach trails remain closed following a mudslide on the San Clemente coastline Wednesday. City inspectors were assessing the condition of the slope. Rick Montanez reports.
Orange County officials said the young adult visited EoS Gym and AFC Urgent Care last week.
The LAPD has called off the search but says it will use review surveillance video and other images to track down the driver.
Los Angeles County Fire Department crews are attempting to control the flames consuming the large building complex in the 2200 block of N. Tyler Avenue.
Aquarium staff said the turtle was rescued last March after volunteers with the Southern California Sea Turtle Monitoring Project found the turtle stuck, with fishing line wrapped around its flipper, preventing it from swimming away.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Los Angeles County Fire Department crews are attempting to control the flames consuming the large building complex in the 2200 block of N. Tyler Avenue.
Aquarium staff said the turtle was rescued last March after volunteers with the Southern California Sea Turtle Monitoring Project found the turtle stuck, with fishing line wrapped around its flipper, preventing it from swimming away.
Officials say it's an opportunity to shape the future of the site. "Whether through direct acquisition or collaboration with a new owner, our goal is to ensure this property never again operates as a slaughterhouse..."
The LAPD has called off the search but says it will use review surveillance video and other images to track down the driver.
An armed robber tied a man up in a parking lot near LAX, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Orange County officials said the young adult visited EoS Gym and AFC Urgent Care last week.
The estranged husband of a 58-year-old Newport Beach woman who was found dead in the San Bernardino Mountains last November was charged with murder last week.
A 21-year-old man who allegedly fled to Vietnam in the days after a deadly shooting in Stanton that left one teenager dead and another wounded in July 2025 has been extradited to the United States, according to Orange County prosecutors.
The woman's boyfriend said that they were heading to fulfill one of her pregnancy cravings when they were hit by the alleged DUI driver early Sunday morning.
An Orange County mother was arrested on Monday after a video recorded last week showed her 19-month-old child falling from a moving car and onto the road below in Fullerton.
The estranged husband of a 58-year-old Newport Beach woman who was found dead in the San Bernardino Mountains last November was charged with murder last week.
The crash occurred around 12:09 a.m. on North Anaheim Boulevard.
The shooting left 18-year-old Noah Ivancso dead in May 2023, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Big Bear eagles Jackie and Shadow welcomed their first egg of the nesting season on Friday.
A pursuit ended in a Riverside parking lot after San Bernardino County deputies shot and killed the suspect on Thursday.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Roland Steadham and one other person were aboard a small plane that crashed into the icy Payette River on Tuesday.
Anton Forsberg made 26 saves and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Red Wings 3-1 on Tuesday night as Detroit winger Patrick Kane moved into a tie with Dallas' Mike Modano as the highest-scoring American-born players in NHL history.
Rep. Ilhan Omar was calling for the abolishment of ICE and for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign when a man sitting in the front row rushed up and sprayed her. He was arrested and Omar was not injured, police said.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy said a series of "deep, underlying systemic failures" led to the midair crash between a passenger plane and Army helicopter that killed 67 people.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Rep. Ilhan Omar was calling for the abolishment of ICE and for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign when a man sitting in the front row rushed up and sprayed her. He was arrested and Omar was not injured, police said.
Two U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents fired their weapons during the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, according to a government report sent to Congress and obtained by CBS News that does not mention Pretti reaching for his firearm.
More than half of House Democrats support impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he's launching a probe into allegations that TikTok censored content critical of President Trump.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Kawhi Leonard scored 21 points, James Harden had 16 points and 10 assists, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Utah Jazz 115-103 on Tuesday night for their ninth win in 10 games.
Anton Forsberg made 26 saves and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Red Wings 3-1 on Tuesday night as Detroit winger Patrick Kane moved into a tie with Dallas' Mike Modano as the highest-scoring American-born players in NHL history.
The Los Angeles Kings inked forward Taylor Ward to a two-year contract extension worth $1.75 million on Monday.
Mattias Ekholm scored a hat trick and the Edmonton Oilers rode a dominant second period to a 7-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Monday.
Defensive lineman Teiar Tart is returning to the Los Angeles Chargers with a three-year contract extension.
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child actress, was identified as the woman killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn.
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Jasmine Viel reports from Mulholland Drive near Studio City, where more than 60 firefighters rushed to rescue a woman who drove off the side of the road and approximately 100 feet down a cliff on Wednesday morning.
Zach Boetto and Desmond Shaw report from South El Monte, where shelter-in-place orders were issued for some residents due to a large fire burning at a recycling facility on Tuesday.
Rachel Kim speaks with the daughter of the 80-year-old man who was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Sherman Oaks late Tuesday night. Police are still searching for the driver, who ditched a 2009 Maserati nearby and ran from the area on foot.
The Grammy Awards are this weekend. One of the lesser-known categories is Best Spoken Word Poetry Album. CBS LA's Alys Martinez takes us to Da Poetry Lounge in Leimert Park, where the nonprofit organization has celebrated poetry for nearly three decades.
Kara Finnstrom takes a look at the Flock LPR system, which scans license plates on traveling vehicles and relays information back to police, and the debate it's been met in recent months over privacy concerns.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
