Joe Bryant, Philadelphia basketball great and father of Kobe, dies at 69
Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
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Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former Philadelphia 76ers and La Salle University basketball great and the father of the late, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.
Stephen Curry scored 32 points, hitting six 3-pointers, and had eight assists, leading the Golden State Warriors past a Los Angeles Lakers team missing LeBron James 128-110 on Thursday night as both returned for from the All-Star break.
Jamal Murray scored 29 points, Michael Porter Jr. added 27 and the Denver Nuggets snapped the Los Angeles Lakers' three-game winning streak with a 114-106 victory.
Joel Embiid had 30 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists to help the Philadelphia 76ers rout LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 138-94 on Monday night.
Novak Djokovic won his 24th Grand Slam on Sunday, and used the opportunity to honor someone else who had a connection to the number 24: Kobe Bryant.
Natalia Bryant threw out the first pitch before the Los Angeles Dodgers hosted the Atlanta Braves on a night honoring the Lakers franchise for which her father Kobe starred.
Kobe Brown thought he deserved to go higher in the NBA draft and he's beginning to show why.
Carmelo Anthony, the star forward who led Syracuse to an NCAA championship in his lone college season and went on to spend 19 years in the NBA, announced his retirement on Monday.
Bryant wore the iconic jersey during several games of his only MVP season in 2007-08.
Vanessa Bryant, widow of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, plans to donate proceeds from the $16 million judgment she won Wednesday in a lawsuit against Los Angeles County to a foundation named in her husband's and daughter's memory, it was reported Thursday.
Bryant's attorney, Luis Li, did not specify the exact amount of the donation.
Rick Montanez reports from downtown Los Angeles with reaction to the $31 million in damages awarded to Vanessa Bryant and co-plaintiff Chris Chester in their invasion of privacy and negligence lawsuit against LA County first-responders who shared photos from the scene of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed Laker legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and seven other people.
Jake Reiner reports from downtown LA where a federal jury has awarded Vanessa Bryant and her co-plaintiff $31 million in damages related to gruesome pictures shared by first responders of the 2020 crash scene that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven other people.
A striking mural in honor of the late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was unveiled in Downtown Los Angeles Wednesday, in correspondence with Mamba Day, the unofficial holiday celebrating the impact that Bryant had on the community throughout his 20-year NBA career.
The widow of the late Lakers star took the stand Friday. Tina Patel reports.
Tina Patel reports from Downtown Los Angeles where trial of Vanessa Bryant's lawsuit against Los Angeles County continues Friday. Bryant is supposed to testify on Friday.
Under questioning by a lawyer for Bryant, Johnson testified that he texted the 25 photos to the command post deputy and AirDropped them to a county fire supervisor, who is still unidentified.
The lawsuit filed by Vanessa Bryant, the wife of the late Kobe Bryant, who was killed in a tragic helicopter accident in Jan. 2020 continued to trial on Thursday.
All proceeds from the sale of the shoe are going to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation.
The partnership between Nike and the Bryant family will continue with the release of the Kobe 6 Protro "Mambacita Sweet 16"
The card is a 1997-98 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Emerald and was sold through PWCC Marketplace. The card's sale is notable because it is not a rookie card.
But while Curry made 16 3-pointers and was named the game's MVP, it was James' fadeaway that gave his team the win in his 19th All-Star appearance.
The NBA on Thursday unveiled the new Kobe Bryant trophy that will be awarded to the MVP of the All-Star Game.
Wednesday marks the two-year anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash which claimed the lives of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others.
The statue is also engraved with the names of the seven others who perished in the January 26, 2020 helicopter crash.
In Southern California, two counties are sending crews to Orange County after eight firefighters there were injured in a crash. They will help in the battle against the devastating Airport Fire, which is now more than 50% contained after days of progress.
A Cal Fire employee from Sonoma County was arrested Friday on suspicion of arson for allegedly setting several fires in the past month, officials said.
AstraZeneca says the spray could be available "as soon as next flu season."
Two people were in the car, as the driver continued speeding on surface streets in Long Beach.
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The firefighters had been battling the massive Airport Fire prior to the crash, officials said.
In Southern California, two counties are sending crews to Orange County after eight firefighters there were injured in a crash. They will help in the battle against the devastating Airport Fire, which is now more than 50% contained after days of progress.
Shohei Ohtani becomes first player in major league history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in a season.
A Cal Fire employee from Sonoma County was arrested Friday on suspicion of arson for allegedly setting several fires in the past month, officials said.
AstraZeneca says the spray could be available "as soon as next flu season."
In Southern California, two counties are sending crews to Orange County after eight firefighters there were injured in a crash. They will help in the battle against the devastating Airport Fire, which is now more than 50% contained after days of progress.
Two people were in the car, as the driver continued speeding on surface streets in Long Beach.
Monrovia police were called to the scene Thursday around 10 p.m. as arson investigators discovered a man, dead in an unattached shed nearby, which was not involved in the original fire.
The new poll stunned Gov. Gavin Newsom, who said, "Prop 36 is a real setback" for California.
A Carson woman faces an assault charge after a video showed her pepper-spraying teens in a Taco Bell.
In Southern California, two counties are sending crews to Orange County after eight firefighters there were injured in a crash. They will help in the battle against the devastating Airport Fire, which is now more than 50% contained after days of progress.
The firefighters had been battling the massive Airport Fire before eight were seriously injured in a rollover crash on a freeway in Orange County, officials said.
For 750,000 people affected by Southern California wildfires, the state has blocked insurance companies from dropping or refusing to renew their coverage — issuing a one-year moratorium to stop this from happening across four counties.
Cal Fire officials have publicly asked people to stop flying drones over fires, which they say severely impact their ability to do their jobs.
The Orange County District Attorney charged 10 protesters on Wednesday for failing to leave UC Irvine while police cleared a pro-Palestinian encampment this June.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of opening fire after a high school football game in Riverside County, authorities said.
For 750,000 people affected by Southern California wildfires, the state has blocked insurance companies from dropping or refusing to renew their coverage — issuing a one-year moratorium to stop this from happening across four counties.
Cal Fire officials have publicly asked people to stop flying drones over fires, which they say severely impact their ability to do their jobs.
Investigators say the 21-year-old man has been accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl after convincing her to meet him at a park in Riverside in April.
Police are searching for a trio of women who allegedly made off with over $1,000 worth of stolen alcohol from an Upland liquor store over the weekend, what police are saying is just another incident in a troubling spike in retail theft plaguing the area.
Ross Palombo goes over the crime statistics available for the Metro.
KCAL News investigates connection between Beverly Hills armed robbery and gun belonging to notorious police killer Christopher Dorner.
Ross Palombo shows how investigators arrested the man accused of starting the Line Fire after they spotted his white truck. Palombo also speaks to the man's family.
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Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
AstraZeneca says the spray could be available "as soon as next flu season."
Shohei Ohtani becomes first player in major league history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in a season.
Teva will stop selling the painkillers on September 30.
MrBeast's production company, along with Amazon Studios, is facing a lawsuit involving contestants from the reality show "Beast Games."
Harvey Weinstein appeared in a New York courtroom on Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to one count of a criminal sex act in the 1st degree.
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced new action to address homelessness and expand affordable housing Thursday morning as he signed multiple pieces of legislation at a press event in San Francisco's Mission District.
Former President Donald Trump is "safe and unharmed" and a suspect is in custody after allegedly pointing a high-powered rifle through golf course fence, officials said.
On "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sen. JD Vance condemned the threat of violence in Springfield, Ohio, despite amplifying the false claims.
The former first lady, senator, secretary of state and presidential nominee opens up about personal matters in her new book, "Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty."
Smash-and-grab retail thefts that result in major damage to businesses will bring longer sentences in California after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bill into law Thursday.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
Teva will stop selling the painkillers on September 30.
A drug dealer who sold a fentanyl-laced pill is liable for $5.8 million in the death of the woman to whom he sold it.
Raccoon roundworm, known as Bylisascaris procyonis, is an intestinal parasitic infection that can affect the human spinal cord, brain and eyes, officials said.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The Pac-12 Conference announced Thursday that Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State will become new members as the conference rebuilds.
A sweeping measure to regulate the development of artificial intelligence has passed the California Legislature and is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
Evander scored a pair of goals and the Portland Timbers remained in play for the postseason with a 4-2 victory over the LA Galaxy on Wednesday night.
Shohei Ohtani becomes first player in major league history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in a season.
Teenager David Martínez scored early in the second half to help Los Angeles FC rally for a 1-1 draw with Austin FC.
Shohei Ohtani stole his 49th base and moved closer to becoming the first player in major league history with 50 homers and 50 steals in a season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Miami Marlins 8-4.
Eric Wagaman scored with one out in the 13th inning when Jordyn Adams' grounder deflected off the glove of third baseman Miguel Vargas, and the Los Angeles Angels dealt the Chicago White Sox their 117th loss, rallying for a 4-3 victory on Wednesday.
MrBeast's production company, along with Amazon Studios, is facing a lawsuit involving contestants from the reality show "Beast Games."
Harvey Weinstein appeared in a New York courtroom on Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to one count of a criminal sex act in the 1st degree.
Anna Sorokin, the convicted con artist and "fake heiress," has hit the dancefloor on "Dancing With the Stars" wearing a featherweight - and very sparkly - ankle monitor.
Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Tuesday after he was taken into custody in New York.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
KCAL News Rina Nakano shows us how the farm has harvested thousands of pounds of fresh produce.
KCAL News reporter Joy Benedict takes a look at what's being done to save the wildlife after the Airport Fire.
The firefighters had been battling the massive Airport Fire before eight were seriously injured in a rollover crash on a freeway in Orange County, officials said. Michele Gile reports.
Chauncy Glover speaks to a security expert to help you secure your home against burglars.
A driver who led police on a pursuit through the Long Beach area suddenly jumped out and ran upon reaching a dead end as officers followed. He was detained just moments later.
The Bridge Fire in California's Angeles National Forest exploded to more than 34,000 acres Tuesday evening, prompting evacuations and road closures.
The Airport Fire burning in eastern Orange County is one of three brush fires continuing to rage in Southern California as hot temperatures and dry conditions challenge firefighting crews.
Desert Daze is a music festival that's brought together acts like Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips, Toro y Moi and Wu-Tang Clan since starting in 2012. It's been held in Lake Perris in Riverside County, where festival-goers can jump in the water amid live performances. In 2024, it was canceled for the second year in a row. And it's not clear when the SoCal psych-rock fest will be back.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
