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José Mota is following in his father, Manny Mota's, footsteps by being a valuable pinch hitter for the Dodgers broadcast team. He can do any role, in English or Spanish, and uses his dad's life lessons about preparation, positivity and working hard. They team up to give back in their native Dominican Republic, too. Jill Painter Lopez sat down with the dynamic father-son duo.
Jake Kyman and Max Agbonkpolo led Santa Margarita Catholic to a CIF Southern Section Division 1 title in 2019 before heading to rival schools. Kyman went to UCLA and Agbonkpolo went to USC, where he played alongside Ethan Anderson, who played AAU with both players. In search of a fresh start, the trio are teaming up once again at Wyoming University.
After suffering thru a 21-day coma due to E. coli, Simi Valley High School basketball's Haley Madsen had to re-learn how to talk, walk & hoop. Her determination got her back on the court for her senior year and Jill Painter Lopez finds out what drove her to succeed
Kermit Alexander starred as a defensive back at UCLA before playing 11 seasons in the NFL with the 49ers, Rams and Eagles. In 1984, he suffered unimaginable tragedy when four members of his family, including his mother, were murdered. It was after that when Kermit met his wife, Tami, who is now helping him navigate another challenge — Alzheimer's disease. They're now on a cross country road trip to raise awareness and funds.
Todd Christensen was the first tight end to have two seasons with 90+ catches and won two Super Bowls with the Raiders in 1980 and 1983. He was selected to five Pro Bowls and would appear to be a lock for the Hall of Fame, but the debate remains. But that's not why his son Teren Christensen remembers him. To Teren, he's the loving father that carried him emotionally and physically to new heights and personal records.
Ramón Urías hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the fifth inning, Ryan O'Hearn also went deep and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 in their interleague series opener.
Riley Greene and Kerry Carpenter homered in a three-run sixth inning and the Detroit Tigers extended their winning streak to five games with a 6-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in a game delayed almost three hours at the start due to heavy storms.
This is what you need to know about when the 2024 Paralympic Games start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
Mookie Betts hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 to take the weekend series.
Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk hit two-run home runs, Kevin Gausman matched a season-high by striking out 10 and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-2 to complete a sweep of the seven-game season series.
Babe Ruth, known as "The Great Bambino," wore the jersey when he "called his shot" during Game 3 of the 1932 World Series.
José Caballero hit a tiebreaking two-run homer off Joe Kelly in the 10th inning after Tampa Bay blew a 4-0 lead in the first and the Rays rallied past the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-8.
Riqui Puig scored for the second consecutive game, Marco Reus made his MLS debut and added a goal and an assist for LA as the Galaxy beat Atlanta United 1-0.
Rod Carew, who played for the Angels from 1979 to 1985 before coaching the team from 1992 to 1999, officially became a U.S. citizen on Friday.
Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has praised quarterback Justin Herbert and others who were stuck on an elevator for two hours at the team hotel in Dallas.
Shohei Ohtani has thrown off a mound for the first time since having elbow surgery last year that has kept the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar from pitching this season.
Derius Davis ran 70 yards for a touchdown on Los Angeles' first play, Simi Fehoko caught a 78-yard scoring pass and the Chargers beat the Dallas Cowboys 26-19 in a preseason finale.
Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning of a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Tim Boyle threw for 142 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Houston Texans to a 17-15 win over the Los Angeles Rams in the preseason finale for both teams.
Several Chargers players and members of the team's traveling party were trapped inside of an inoperable elevator at the team's hotel in Dallas on Friday evening.
Supervisor Lindsey Horvath presented the motion as a means to "protect citizens and public spaces."
Firefighters said that flames from the boarded-up business were threatening the four-story apartment building next door, prompting evacuations for residents.
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
UCLA has received a donation of more than $40 million from the estate of late alumnus Lawrence "Larry" Layne, who graduated from the school in 1977. The largest amount of the gift will go towards the school's athletic program, namely the football and men's basketball programs.
The shooting happened near the Union Pacific Railroad and E. Artesia Boulevard at around 7:30 p.m. on Monday, police said.
UCLA has received a donation of more than $40 million from the estate of late alumnus Lawrence "Larry" Layne, who graduated from the school in 1977. The largest amount of the gift will go towards the school's athletic program, namely the football and men's basketball programs.
The shooting happened near the Union Pacific Railroad and E. Artesia Boulevard at around 7:30 p.m. on Monday, police said.
Police said that the woman who crashed into the food truck ran from the area on foot.
Firefighters said that flames from the boarded-up business were threatening the four-story apartment building next door, prompting evacuations for residents.
Los Angeles County prosecutors charged a West Covina man who allegedly beat his grandmother to death and seriously injured his grandfather.
The abandoned Westminster Mall has turned into a hotspot for vandalism since shuttering in late 2025, according to police who are attempting to raise awareness about the issue.
A dog lost in a remote Orange County canyon for two days was rescued over the weekend due to new thermal drone technology used by Mission Viejo Animal Services.
An Orange County man who suffered a heart attack on a pickleball court last month reunited with the off-duty firefighter who saved his life.
The crash happened at around 6:30 p.m. on N. Grand Avenue, according to police. They said that the driver originally fled from the scene but returned as they were investigating the incident.
The suspects barricaded themselves inside the handbag store after Irvine police quickly surrounded them.
Firefighters said that the woman suffered severe burns when she escaped from the burning mobile home at around 11 a.m on Tuesday.
Police said that the driver was hospitalized in critical condition after he was stabbed multiple times by a passenger on Saturday morning.
The cashier said the suspect asked for Oreo ice cream before pulling out a knife and demanding money.
While it's not clear what caused the big rig to topple, high winds are in the region's forecast for Thursday.
Deputies estimated that the plants are worth a street value of over $1 million.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
Nicholas Bringhurst, 31, was in the LaBarge Creek area of western Wyoming when he was caught in an avalanche, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.
The couple had so many kids in their Los Angeles-area mansion a neighbor "thought it was a kindergarten." The investigation has only gotten stranger.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Councilman Bob Blumenfield, said the regulation was an "uncommonly silly law" when he introduced the motion last year. Council members unanimously voted to draft a motion that will repeal the city law.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
President Trump appeared to lay out his red line of action on Friday when he warned that if the Iranian government began "killing people like they have in the past, we would get involved."
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
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.
UCLA has received a donation of more than $40 million from the estate of late alumnus Lawrence "Larry" Layne, who graduated from the school in 1977. The largest amount of the gift will go towards the school's athletic program, namely the football and men's basketball programs.
Versatile infielder Andy Ibáñez and the Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized a $1.2 million, one-year contract.
The Los Angeles Chargers have fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin.
Kawhi Leonard score 35 points and James Harden scored 32 to move into ninth place on the NBA's career scoring list, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 117-109 for their fourth win in five games.
Jason Robertson scored late in the third period, Wyatt Johnston scored his 25th goal of the season, and the Dallas Stars defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-1 on Monday night.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
After nearly two hours, firefighters finally extinguished a large fire at a vacant church in North Hills that temporarily threatened an apartment complex next door.
Firefighters said that flames from the boarded-up business were threatening the four-story apartment building next door, prompting evacuations for residents.
The Anaheim Ducks hosted their 25th annual "Dux in Tux" charity event providing fans with the opportunity to hang with players & coaches, eat an amazing dinner, all while raising funds for the community.
Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested early Monday morning after an altercation with a rideshare driver, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Jasmine Viel reports from Westminster, where police reportedly arrested 10 more people overnight, just hours after they denounced the rampant vandalism that has taken over the Westminster Mall since it closed last October.
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.
