Will LeBron And The Lakers Pose A Threat To The Warriors?
LeBron James' first regular-season game with the Lakers comes Thursday, when they visit Portland.
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LeBron James' first regular-season game with the Lakers comes Thursday, when they visit Portland.
It isn't often Hollywood gets star-struck but the Los Angeles Lakers' big offseason move to acquire LeBron James had Tinseltown in a tizzy. James is sure to grab the spotlight as he begins his quest for another NBA championship in a purple and gold jersey. The Los Angeles Clippers went in the opposite direction -- losing stars Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan. However, the lack of star power on the Clippers could be short-lived with an A-list class of free agents in the market next year.
LeBron James told reporters that his sons are so mature they like to drink wine.
The defending NBA champion Warriors face a Western Conference that now includes LeBron James. Can Curry, Durant and company three-peat?
The highly anticipated series executive produced by LeBron James and Maverick Carter will be coming to television and streaming in November.
Lifelong Lakers fans are more optimistic than ever that King James will take the Lakers to their former glory, having won their last NBA championship back in 2010.
LeBron James says the Los Angeles Lakers can have success this season without winning a championship.
CBS has ordered a new show called Million Dollar Mile (working title). The series will be a 10-episode high-stakes competition that confronts everyday athletes with physical and mental challenges for a chance to change their lives forever.
The president tweeted that anchor Don Lemon was "the dumbest man on television" but that he "made Lebron look smart, which isn't easy to do."
Queried on what he'd say to Trump if they were face to face, LeBron was quick to say, "I would never sit across from him."
"This is kind of like a dream come true for me," James said.
Two murals of LeBron in a Lakers jersey have been vandalized in the past month.
The new one features a plethora of Lakers legends, including Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
Would it be the king of all pizza parties? LeBron hinted on Twitter that he could make an appearance at Blaze Pizza's Culver City location to take part in the chain's free pizza party.
LeBron James has officially joined the Los Angeles Lakers.
The paint on the LeBron James mural was barely dry when vandals took cans of paint to the homage, apparently by Lakers fans who feel slighted by the team's recent $154 million acquisition.
Blaze Pizza is celebrating "the arrival of the King" from 2-5 p.m. July 10 at select locations.
King James will wear number 23 when he dons the purple and gold this fall.
Life is good again if you are a Lakers fan finally. Cristy Fajardo with reaction from LA Live where Lakers fans are talking title.
LeBron James has agreed to a four-year, $154 million deal with the Lakers, according to reports.
LeBron James flew into Van Nuys Airport Saturday morning. At 9:01 p.m. Pacific time Sunday, the three-time NBA champion will be an unrestricted free agent.
This year's NBA free agency season offers plenty of talent beyond LeBron, from difference makers to glue guys, and here are the top 10.
Key Warriors are all signed or have committed for next season, but the team can still make a play in free agency, possibly even for LeBron.
The outstanding play of Steph Curry, who is averaging 31 points and shooting 50% from three, shouldn't be overshadowed by LeBron's efforts.
LeBron James knows for certain that this year's NBA champion, be it the Cavaliers or Warriors, will not visit the White House.
The shopping center will be torn down for the Inglewood Transit Connector, a parking structure and bus loop that aim to make transit in the area more efficient.
A series of service outages for Verizon customers across Southern California were caused by alleged vandalism, according to company officials.
The man was found dead in the 27000 block of Attwell Lane at around 11:45 a.m., deputies said.
A person of interest was detained at the scene of a deadly shooting in South Gate on Saturday, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department officials.
Eduardo Rodriguez struck out nine in seven strong innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks clinched their first season series over the Los Angeles Dodgers since 2018 with a 4-2 win.
The fire was first reported at around 4:40 p.m. near the intersection of N. Sierra Highway and Needham Ranch Parkway, LACoFD officials said.
Burbank police said that a car caught fire after crashing in the area, which then quickly spread to the nearby hillside.
Evacuation orders and warnings were issued in parts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties after a brush fire broke out near Lake Piru on Saturday afternoon.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
The shopping center will be torn down for the Inglewood Transit Connector, a parking structure and bus loop that aim to make transit in the area more efficient.
The shopping center will be torn down for the Inglewood Transit Connector, a parking structure and bus loop that aim to make transit in the area more efficient.
A series of service outages for Verizon customers across Southern California were caused by alleged vandalism, according to company officials.
The man was found dead in the 27000 block of Attwell Lane at around 11:45 a.m., deputies said.
A person of interest was detained at the scene of a deadly shooting in South Gate on Saturday, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department officials.
Kopitar will be honored after spending 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings, during which he became the franchise's all-time leading scorer and helped win two Stanley Cups.
The looming El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California, according to renowned climatologist Daniel Swain.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Drones used high-definition video to detect illegal aerial discharges, helping to pinpoint 13 properties and issue 8 citations totaling $240,000 under the city's new Social Host ordinance.
A study from the journal Science Advances confirms what many of us believed: that more heat waves mean more fires.
Big waves in Orange County have put lifeguards on alert, following a tragic accident just a month ago.
A deadly shooting suspect turned himself in to San Bernardino County authorities just hours after their investigation began in Hesperia on Friday.
Deputies say that the man pointed a firearm at them during the incident.
Deputies say that the 33-year-old man pointed a gun at another driver during a road rage incident in July.
The shooting happened on July 31 in the 33000 block of Simpson Road in Winchester, Riverside County deputies said.
The looming El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California, according to renowned climatologist Daniel Swain.
Don Nelson was one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with three different franchises — Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Sandy Alcantara struck out eight in seven innings, becoming the Miami Marlins' career leader in innings pitched, and Xavier Edwards had three RBIs in a 7-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.
The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday.
The total is also the eighth-largest Powerball jackpot in the game's history.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
A California lawmaker is making a final push to pass legislation that would restrict companies from using consumers' personal data and AI to set individualized prices, with supporters hoping to send the bill to the governor before the legislative session ends.
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.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Eduardo Rodriguez struck out nine in seven strong innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks clinched their first season series over the Los Angeles Dodgers since 2018 with a 4-2 win.
Kyle Stowers tripled, singled and drove in two runs before exiting because of left hamstring discomfort in the fifth inning, and the Miami Marlins beat the Los Angeles Angels 12-3 on Sunday.
Don Nelson was one of two coaches in NBA history to have at least 250 wins with three different franchises — Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State.
Shohei Ohtani brought home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning on an infield single and the Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a seven-game losing streak by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Saturday night.
Kopitar will be honored after spending 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings, during which he became the franchise's all-time leading scorer and helped win two Stanley Cups.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
Some parts of the LA Jazz Festival were canceled just days before the citywide, two-week party was slated to begin, leaving performers and fans alike in the dark.
A performer will be living inside a billboard 30 feet above the Sunset Strip as Netflix promotes its new film "The Last House."
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is releasing its first new show in four decades as the iconic team works to raise money and purchase its permanent home in Highland Park.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
A man was taken into custody on Sunday after he allegedly broke into a Hidden Hills home, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
The man was found dead in the 27000 block of Attwell Lane at around 11:45 a.m., deputies said.
An hours-long service outage for Southern California Verizon customers was caused by alleged vandalism. Brittney Ermon reports.
Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur was fatally shot in Las Vegas, Nevada, his alleged killer is finally set to stand trial. Zach Boetto reports.
Cooler weather is on the way for Southern California. Marina Jurica takes a look in her NEXT Weather Forecast.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
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.
