John Lennon's guitar, lost for 50 years, sells for record $2.85 million
The Framus Hootenanny 12-string acoustic guitar was used by the Beatles' John Lennon and George Harrison.
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The Framus Hootenanny 12-string acoustic guitar was used by the Beatles' John Lennon and George Harrison.
"Now and Then" combines old recordings by John Lennon and George Harrison with new sounds from the surviving Beatles, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr.
It's the world-famous Capitol Records Building! Desmond Shaw flies above the iconic Hollywood studio where musicians like The Beach Boys and Beatles have recorded albums.
McCartney is going back on the road for the first time since he played Dodger Stadium in 2019.
The weekend is here and that means a welcomed respite from both your work environment and likely your social media timeline. Check out these top activities to make your weekend interesting!
Sir George Martin, considered one of the greatest record producers of all-time, has died.
A lock of John Lennon's hair has sold for $35,000 at a Heritage Auctions event on Saturday.
Tuesday, some local students chose a Beatles song when they got a chance to record their own album inside the iconic Capitol Records building.
Here are the eight best Sports memes from a slow week in sports.
Casey Piotrowski, host of "The Beatles Show" (a weekly, one-hour show out of WPMD radio at Cerritos College) has a new book ranking the Fab Four's 50 most memorable moments.
The producer/bassist was the show's musical director, and he tells us about some of the highlights.
Letterman interviewed the surviving Beatles together, yesterday at the Ed Sullivan Theater.
Watch CBS News' "50 Years Later: The Beatles At The Ed Sullivan Theater" hosted by Anthony Mason live at 3:30 p.m. on Feb. 9.
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the historic television appearance on 'The Ed Sullivan' show, artists like Sting and Lenny Kravitz are returning to the same stage—now home to the 'Late Show with David Letterman'—to honor the Fab Four.
The Eurythmics also reunited; Stevie Wonder, Joe Walsh, Dave Grohl were among other performers.
This is the first time the two have performed together since 2009 at a benefit for David Lynch.
The Night That Changed America: A GRAMMY Salute To The Beatles will be recorded on Jan. 27 (the day after the GRAMMYs), and will be broadcast exactly 50 years to the day, date and time of their Ed Sullivan appearance: Feb. 9 from 8-10 p.m. (EST/PST) on CBS.
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A Pomona teen spent her summer vacation walking along Abbey Road, retracing the steps of the Beatles, thanks to the generosity of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Musician, Actor and Songwriter, Tim Piper, visited the KCAL9 studios Tuesday to talk about "Just Imagine," an extraordinary rock 'n' roll celebration and tribute of the life and music of John Lennon.
For the first time in it's existence, the Grammy Museum is dedicating an exhibit to a drummer.
Mobile Beatles pop-up shops will hit the streets of Los Angeles on Tuesday.
Paul McCartney became the final Beatle Thursday to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, two days after the release of his latest album, "Kisses On The Bottom."
A contract for a 1965 Beatles concert that states the group will not perform before a segregated audience has sold for more than $23,000.
Nearly two years after a 32-year-old man was found fatally shot in Moreno Valley, Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigators have announced an arrest in connection with the homicide.
"We just raced and packed up the stuff and couldn't wait to get home. We love our neighborhood," Stanton resident Karen Bethell said.
Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Kiké Hernández is headed to the injured list with a significant tear in his left oblique.
Four Southern California residents were charged with staging fake crashes as part of an insurance fraud scheme, and investigators believe that multiple innocent drivers may have been endangered.
Ben Nowack is the cofounder and CEO of Reflect Orbital, and says there are plenty of applications for redirected sunlight, especially for use at night.
Orange County officials say that there is no longer any risk to the public after previously ordering evacuations for 50,000 residents.
Nearly two years after a 32-year-old man was found fatally shot in Moreno Valley, Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigators have announced an arrest in connection with the homicide.
"We just raced and packed up the stuff and couldn't wait to get home. We love our neighborhood," Stanton resident Karen Bethell said.
Four Southern California residents were charged with staging fake crashes as part of an insurance fraud scheme, and investigators believe that multiple innocent drivers may have been endangered.
Ben Nowack is the cofounder and CEO of Reflect Orbital, and says there are plenty of applications for redirected sunlight, especially for use at night.
"We just raced and packed up the stuff and couldn't wait to get home. We love our neighborhood," Stanton resident Karen Bethell said.
Ben Nowack is the cofounder and CEO of Reflect Orbital, and says there are plenty of applications for redirected sunlight, especially for use at night.
Riverside police said Christian Arellano was on probation for similar crimes in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.
Stadium workers are required, under FIFA's credentialing system, to provide Social Security numbers, home addresses, nationality, and country of birth. UNITE HERE Local 11 union alleges that California privacy rights could be violated if FIFA shares this information with federal agencies.
Since the start of the war with Iran in late February, through April, Pasadena's fire department has seen a 39% increase in fuel spending. During the same period, the police department also saw a 38% spike in fuel spending.
Four Southern California residents were charged with staging fake crashes as part of an insurance fraud scheme, and investigators believe that multiple innocent drivers may have been endangered.
Thousands of dollars have been raised for a John Wayne Airport employee who became the subject of a viral video on social media, which showed him clearly working through pain. He says it's all to help put his 90-year-old mother through hospice care.
Emotions ran high at an emergency city council meeting in Garden Grove on Tuesday night, where residents gathered to demand accountability after being evacuated from their homes for nearly a week due to an ongoing chemical crisis at an aerospace facility.
At a Fountain Valley Red Cross evacuation shelter, Ace Kelley is trying to keep his spirits up as he prepares for another long night sleeping in his truck with his cats. He is frustrated that he still can't go home.
CalEPA provides a full list of businesses subject to environmental regulation across California, including information on previous violations and evaluations conducted at the facilities.
Nearly two years after a 32-year-old man was found fatally shot in Moreno Valley, Riverside County Sheriff's Office investigators have announced an arrest in connection with the homicide.
Four Southern California residents were charged with staging fake crashes as part of an insurance fraud scheme, and investigators believe that multiple innocent drivers may have been endangered.
Riverside police said Christian Arellano was on probation for similar crimes in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.
Outrage filled the room at the Temecula City Council meeting on Tuesday night, when hundreds of community members and city leaders gathered to fight back against a proposed high-voltage system that would cut through the city.
CalEPA provides a full list of businesses subject to environmental regulation across California, including information on previous violations and evaluations conducted at the facilities.
After forensic evidence appeared to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where Lynette Hooker was the night she disappeared, U.S. investigators are renewing their search in the Bahamas.
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in paper processing, authorities said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Wednesday aimed at tightening California's election security rules ahead of the June 2 statewide primary.
Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
President Trump on Tuesday underwent a "6 month physical" at Walter Reed National Military Hospital, he posted on social media.
Attorney General Todd Blanche said the ballroom is "being constructed for the physical safety and security of all Presidents, their families, staff, Foreign Dignitaries, and guests."
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
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.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Kiké Hernández is headed to the injured list with a significant tear in his left oblique.
Five-time Pro Bowl safety Derwin James and the Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to a multiyear extension, which is reportedly worth more than $75 million over three years.
Mookie Betts homered twice, driving in five runs, and Kiké Hernández, Andy Pages and Will Smith went deep as the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Colorado Rockies 15-6 on Tuesday night.
Vaughn Grissom hit a grand slam and drove in six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The CBS LA American Music Awards Red Carpet Special will capture the moments as the stars arrive at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and airs from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. PDT on CBS LA and streaming online on CBS News Los Angeles.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
A Riverside County beekeeper says that he lost millions of bees in the Verona Fire that burned near Hemet last week. Zach Boetto reports.
Joy Benedict takes a look at the new Burbank Public Library Bookmobile, making it the fourth branch of the library, hitting the road five days a week.
A man was arrested early Wednesday morning for intentionally ramming a Simi Valley donut shop with his car. Mike Rogers reports with new details, including the community support now pouring in for the shop's owner.
A South Los Angeles neighborhood was evacuated after officers discovered a large stash of illegal fireworks while serving a domestic violence warrant on Wednesday. Jasmine Viel reports.
Evacuees returned home after firefighters eliminated the risk of a catastrophic explosion from the Garden Grove chemical leak. Some residents have filed a class action lawsuit against the company operating the facility at the heart of the leak. Michele Gile and Lauren Pozen report.
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.