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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and there are few people championing the cause more than retired NFL star, Chris Draft. Chris Hayre sat down with Draft to find out all about this very personal cause
The Breeders' Cup is at Santa Anita this weekend and local horse group Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners is hoping to hit it big with "Locked" and "Candied" each trying to win Juvenile races. Jaime Maggio caught up with founder Aron Wellman who has deep personal ties to SoCal horse racing
It's time to look ahead to the CIF Playoffs as Chris Hayre & Jahleel Addae take us thru the brackets for the CIF Southern and LA City Sections. Centennial High coach Matt Logan joins the show along with MaxPreps experts Zack Poff & Steve Montoya
Chris Hayre & Jahleel Addae welcome QB coaching guru Danny Hernandez & MaxPreps' Zack Poff to the show while looking ahead to Oaks Christian/St. Bonaventure & Long Beach Poly/Jordan matchups on the last Friday of the regular season
If you're looking for a great haunted house, Darren M. Haynes may have found it! Actor Brad Garrett is helping to host a spooky site in Granada Hills to help raise funds for local sports teams and charities
JuJu Watkins of USC and Lauren Betts of UCLA were named finalists for the women's John R. Wooden Award on Tuesday, which is given to the nation's most outstanding college player.
World Series champion and two-time All-Star pitcher Lance Lynn is retiring from Major League Baseball.
Tyler Glasnow tossed five shutout innings in his season debut, Teoscar Hernández hit a two-run homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 6-1.
Luka Doncic had 20 points and nine assists, and Gabe Vincent added 20 points on six 3-pointers in the Los Angeles Lakers' 104-98 victory over the Houston Rockets.
Kyren Paris hit a tying triple in the seventh inning, Nolan Schanuel gave Los Angeles its first lead with a grounder in the 10th and the Angels held off the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4.
Paige Bueckers carried UConn to its record 24th Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament, scoring 31 points Monday night in a 78-64 victory over Southern California, which couldn't overcome the loss of injured star JuJu Watkins.
Kawhi Leonard and Norman Powell each scored 21 points, Ivica Zubac added 18 points and 20 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Orlando Magic 96-87.
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman is out of the lineup against his former team, the Atlanta Braves, after slipping in the shower and hurting his surgically repaired right ankle.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
Adrian Kempe and Warren Foegele scored twice, Andrei Kuzmeko had a goal and two assists, and the Los Angeles Kings set a team record for home victories in a season, beating the San Jose Sharks 8-1 on Sunday night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs blew a two-goal lead before rallying for a 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
White Sox starting pitchers allowed no earned runs in the series against the Angels.
Jarrett Allen scored 25 points, Donovan Mitchell added 24 and the Cleveland Cavaliers held off the Los Angeles Clippers 127-122 on Sunday afternoon.
Lauren Betts had 17 points and seven rebounds despite spending the entire second quarter on the bench, and top overall seed UCLA reached its first Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament with a 72-65 victory over LSU.
Defender Christopher McVey scored 21 minutes into the match to spark a three-goal first half and expansion side San Diego FC held on to beat Los Angeles FC 3-2 at Snapdragon Stadium.
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.
With the average price of a 2026 new car nearing $50,000, experts say the best bet is to stick with a reliable vehicle, and "keep it until the wheels fall off."
The Federal Aviation Administration said it implemented the changes following the D.C. midair crash that killed 67 people last year.
Police say that the homeowner opened fire on an alleged burglar at around 4:40 a.m. on Tuesday morning.
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.
With the average price of a 2026 new car nearing $50,000, experts say the best bet is to stick with a reliable vehicle, and "keep it until the wheels fall off."
The Federal Aviation Administration said it implemented the changes following the D.C. midair crash that killed 67 people last year.
Police say that the homeowner opened fire on an alleged burglar at around 4:40 a.m. on Tuesday morning.
NoHo Locksmith sits at the back of the Smart and Final parking lot at the corner of Vanowen Street and Laurel Canyon Boulevard, and is in the middle of a court battle between the city and the property's landlord.
Lt. Frank Marino told CBS LA that they were executing a search warrant signed by a judge for a "prohibited possessor" of firearms.
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 crash occurred around 12:09 a.m. on North Anaheim Boulevard.
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.
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.
A man suspected of smuggling immigrants in the country illegally has allegedly opened fire on Border Patrol agents, who returned fire, according to a law enforcement source.
More than half of House Democrats support impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Pinterest is cutting costs to create more cash flow for AI-focused roles and AI‑powered products, the company said in a filing Tuesday.
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.
The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases. Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for childhood vaccines to 11 diseases.
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.
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.
The Bulls closed the first half with a 7-0 spurt, trimming the Lakers' lead to 69-56.
The Los Angeles Chargers officially announced the hiring of Mike McDaniel as the team's new offensive coordinator on Monday after he was fired as head coach of the Miami Dolphins.
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.
The Federal Aviation Administration implemented changes at Van Nuys Airport in an effort to improve safety following last year's deadly midair collision in D.C.
President Trump announced Tuesday that he's signed an executive order that effectively moves permitting authority from California and Los Angeles to the federal government as the region continues to rebuild after last year's devastating wildfires. Jasmine Viel reports.
Los Angeles police arrested two alleged members of a transnational crime ring that has been targeting jewelry stores and retail businesses in the U.S., U.K. and Canada for the past decade. The Los Angeles Police Department arrested Constantin Totoi, 38 and European Muntaneu, 25, but investigators are still searching for six more suspects believed to be connected to the organized theft group. Jeff Nguyen reports.
With the average price of a 2026 new car nearing $50,000, experts say the best bet is to stick with a reliable vehicle, and "keep it until the wheels fall off." Kristine Lazar reports.
Amanda Starrantino reports from Palisades Charter High School, where students returned for their first day on campus since the Palisades Fire broke out last January.
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.
