Slava Medvedenko auctions Lakers title rings for Ukraine Relief
Medvedenko's championship ring from the 2001 and 2002 season each sold for $126,767.
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Former Laker Slava Medvedenko selling NBA championship rings to help Ukraine
The native of Ukraine won two championships with the Purple and Gold playing alongside the late great Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal.
Free agency: Lakers sign former Warriors F Juan Toscano Anderson
Toscano-Anderson is coming off a three-year stint with Golden State, helping the Warriors win the NBA Finals last season.
Reports: Lakers to hire former Atlanta Hawks assistant coach Chris Jent
The Purple and Gold will reportedly hire former Atlanta Hawks assistant coach Chris Jent to be an assistant to Ham, according to multiple reports including one by Los Angeles Times reporter Brad Turner.
Man drops lawsuit against former Laker Metta World Peace
Sandiford-Artest, who originally went by Ron Artest before changing his name to Metta World Peace in 2020, was sued because he owned the vehicle his wife was driving.
HBO defends 'Winning Time' after scathing criticism from Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Both West and Abdul-Jabbar ripped their portrayals on the show, which chronicles the early 1980s Showtime Lakers following the purchase of the franchise by Jerry Buss and the drafting of Magic Johnson.
Lakers legends Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar rip portrayals on 'Winning Time'
"Winning Time" chronicles the early 1980s Showtime Lakers following the purchase of the franchise by Jerry Buss and the drafting of Magic Johnson.
Report indicates Lakers expect to part ways with head coach Frank Vogel
Despite a winning record in three years at the helm of the Lakers, a dismal 2021-22 campaign has led sources close to the team to believe that they plan to part ways with current head coach Frank Vogel following the conclusion of the season.
Reaves, Monk lead Lakers past Nuggets 146-141 in OT
Malik Monk had a career-best 41 points and Austin Reaves set career highs with 31 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 146-141 overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night in the season finale.
Lakers snap 8-game skid with 120-101 win over Thunder
Stanley Johnson scored a season-high 21 points and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped their eight-game losing streak with a 120-101 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night.
The Forum in Inglewood officially renamed 'Kia Forum'
Starting Monday, L.A.'s landmark "The Forum" Sports and Entertainment Arena in Inglewood has a new name, "Kia Forum."
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar openly critical of LeBron's actions
"Some of the things he's done and said are really beneath him," the NBA legend said ahead of Sunday's Lakers-Nuggets matchup.
Jokić gets 38, leads Nuggets past LeBron-less Lakers 129-118
Anthony Davis had 28 points, nine rebounds and eight assists for the 11th-place Lakers, whose play-in hopes waned further with their sixth consecutive loss. Los Angeles has lost 28 of 38 since Jan. 7. Russell Westbrook added 27 points and Carmelo Anthony had 17.
Lakers' Carmelo Anthony attends Art in Paint event in West Adams
Carmelo Anthony, Lakers star and notable art collector, spent Saturday with a group of Boyle Heights youth - introducing them to the "Art in Paint" exhibit displayed at the Band of Vices art gallery in West Adams. The exhibit is compiled of pieces from 15 artists of color.
Pelicans rally past Lakers 114-111 despite Davis' return
LeBron James missed a 3-pointer at the buzzer and scored just two of his 38 points in the fourth quarter for the Lakers (31-46), who have lost five straight and 15 of 19 to fall one game behind 10th-place San Antonio (32-45), which holds the tiebreaker.
Utah snaps five-game skid with 122-109 win over Lakers
Russell Westbrook scored 24 points and Dwight Howard had 21 points and 14 rebounds for the Lakers, but it wasn't enough to outlast a 25-point, 17-rebound double-double from Rudy Gobert and 29 points from Donovan Mitchell.
Ingram scores 26 in return, Pelicans top Lakers 116-108
LeBron James hit seven 3-pointers and finished with 39 points, but hit just two of eight shots in the fourth quarter for four points, missing three times from deep after hitting seven of his first 10 from 3-point distance.
Legends: Bob McAdoo
Once perennial all-star Bob McAdoo arrived in LA, the Showtime Era officially began. He talks to Jim Hill all about running the floor with Magic and Kareem and winning two titles with the purple and gold.
Nike, Bryant family partner to honor Kobe's legacy
The partnership between Nike and the Bryant family will continue with the release of the Kobe 6 Protro "Mambacita Sweet 16"
Lakers crush Cavs, 131-120; LeBron has 38 in return to Ohio
LeBron James scored 38 points, notched another triple-double and sparked memories of his time in Cleveland, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 131-120 win Monday over the Cavaliers, who had a horrid defensive night.
LeBron jumps past Malone, becoming No. 2 all-time scorer in NBA history
James' 20th point of the night vaulted him over Karl Malone, with 36,929 points over the course of his career.
Lakers blow lead, fall to Wizards, 127-199 on LeBron's big night
James scored 38 points, and Russell Westbrook added 22 in his return to Washington, but the Lakers failed to withstand the Washington Wizards who rallied from a 16-point deficit to win 127-119 on Saturday night.
Lakers beat Raptors in OT, 128-123; James scores 35
LeBron James scored 19 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, Russell Westbrook had 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped a three-game losing streak.
NBA-Leading Suns Rout Lakers, 140-111; James Reaches 10,000 Assists
Devin Booker scored 30 points, Deandre Ayton had 23 points and 16 rebounds and the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns routed the Los Angeles Lakers 140-111 on Sunday night.
LeBron Becomes First NBA Player To Reach 30K/10K/10K Mark in Points, Rebounds And Assists
LeBron became the only member of the 30K/10K/10K Club in NBA history on Sunday.
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Chargers set to extend star safety Derwin James for four years, $76.5 million
Once finalized, the extension will make James the highest-paid safety in NFL history, making more than $19 million a year.
Man with machete shot by police in Lake Balboa
The man was reported to be conscious and breathing immediately after the shooting, but will be taken to a hospital for multiple gun shot wounds. No officers were hurt in the shooting.
Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Fire erupts again in vacant South LA building
The fire was first spotted at about 7:40 a.m. in the 100 block of East Washington Boulevard, at Main Street.
Man killed, woman wounded during drive-by shooting in Pacoima
The victims were sitting inside of a car parked on the side of Van Nuys Boulevard when a car pulled up alongside them and fired multiple shots before fleeing from the area.
Broken water main causes flooding in Crenshaw
The cause of the break, located at the intersection of Wellington Road and Coliseum Street, was not immediately known.
Algal bloom warnings issued for Lake Elsinore, Big Bear Lake
Residents were urged to stay out of the water until further notice as a particularly high presence of harmful algal blooms were detected in both Lake Elsinore and Big Bear Lake.
Woman wounded by gunfire in Lancaster
Authorities were unsure if the woman was targeted or struck by a stray bullet, after she detailed that she was in bed when she heard gunshots outside of her window before realizing she has been shot in the shoulder.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Caratini's 2-run single in 11th rallies Brewers over Dodgers
Victor Caratini hit a two-run single off Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel in the 11th inning, rallying the Milwaukee Brewers over Los Angeles 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Mariners break up perfect game bid in 6th, beat Angels 8-2
Adam Frazier broke up José Suárez's bid for a perfect game in the sixth and added a two-run triple in the ninth, leading the Seattle Mariners to an 8-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
Fight for representation in LA City Council District 10 continues
On Wednesday, a judge is expected to decide whether Herb Wesson, the currently appointed council member, is allowed to vote on behalf of the 10th District.
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Chargers set to extend star safety Derwin James for four years, $76.5 million
Once finalized, the extension will make James the highest-paid safety in NFL history, making more than $19 million a year.
Man with machete shot by police in Lake Balboa
The man was reported to be conscious and breathing immediately after the shooting, but will be taken to a hospital for multiple gun shot wounds. No officers were hurt in the shooting.
Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Fire erupts again in vacant South LA building
The fire was first spotted at about 7:40 a.m. in the 100 block of East Washington Boulevard, at Main Street.
Man killed, woman wounded during drive-by shooting in Pacoima
The victims were sitting inside of a car parked on the side of Van Nuys Boulevard when a car pulled up alongside them and fired multiple shots before fleeing from the area.
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CBS2 Investigates: Are some celebrities using too much water amid drought restrictions?
Some A-list celebrities with multimillion dollar mansions in and around Calabasas are on a water budget like every other house in the Las Virgenes Water District, but a CBS2 investigation found that many of them have been going over their allotted amount.
CBS2 Investigates: Experts react to celebrities using excessive water amid drought restrictions
A CBS2 Investigation into some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities found many of them using more than their allotted amount of water and violating water district rules. Now, some water environmentalists are concerned.
Goldstein Investigates: Cameras catch employees throwing away food meant for the homeless
Our hidden cameras caught employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to those less fortunate.
Goldstein Investigates: Leaders demand answers after employees caught trashing food meant for homeless
LA Mayor Eric Garcetti and City Attorney Mike Feuer told CBSLA that the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority needs to answer questions regarding CBS2's investigative report that captured video of homeless outreach workers trashing cases of food.
Advocates react to shocking video showing employees throwing away food meant for homeless
Advocates reacted to our video showing employees with the LA Homeless Services Authority throwing away cases of food meant to be distributed to the unhoused.
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Man with machete shot by police in Lake Balboa
The man was reported to be conscious and breathing immediately after the shooting, but will be taken to a hospital for multiple gun shot wounds. No officers were hurt in the shooting.
Fire erupts again in vacant South LA building
The fire was first spotted at about 7:40 a.m. in the 100 block of East Washington Boulevard, at Main Street.
Man killed, woman wounded during drive-by shooting in Pacoima
The victims were sitting inside of a car parked on the side of Van Nuys Boulevard when a car pulled up alongside them and fired multiple shots before fleeing from the area.
Broken water main causes flooding in Crenshaw
The cause of the break, located at the intersection of Wellington Road and Coliseum Street, was not immediately known.
Woman wounded by gunfire in Lancaster
Authorities were unsure if the woman was targeted or struck by a stray bullet, after she detailed that she was in bed when she heard gunshots outside of her window before realizing she has been shot in the shoulder.
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23-month-old girl struck and killed by Amazon van in Irvine
The incident, according to police, occurred just after 3:30 p.m. in an apartment community in the 300 block of Estancia.
Department of Education to forgive nearly $4 billion in loans held by students who attended ITT Technical Institute
Education officials say $3.9 billion in federal student loans held by 208,000 borrowers, including those who have not yet applied for repayment discharge, will be discharged.
Survey: 60% of renters hit with rent increases this year
And while 38% of renters did say they got a raise — that raise won't cover their increased housing costs.
Homicide investigation underway in Santa Ana after man shot while standing on sidewalk
The man, now identified as 20-year-old Santa Ana resident Alex Ruiz, was found suffering from a gunshot wound on the sidewalk in the 1700 block of Spurgeon Street. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition where he was later pronounced dead.
Chris 'Coach Frogg' Flores charged with sexually assaulting teenage girl
Authorities believe Flores may have additional victims and are asking anyone with information to contact the Santa Ana Police Department.
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Algal bloom warnings issued for Lake Elsinore, Big Bear Lake
Residents were urged to stay out of the water until further notice as a particularly high presence of harmful algal blooms were detected in both Lake Elsinore and Big Bear Lake.
Department of Education to forgive nearly $4 billion in loans held by students who attended ITT Technical Institute
Education officials say $3.9 billion in federal student loans held by 208,000 borrowers, including those who have not yet applied for repayment discharge, will be discharged.
Survey: 60% of renters hit with rent increases this year
And while 38% of renters did say they got a raise — that raise won't cover their increased housing costs.
Search underway for hit-and-run driver who fatally struck man in wheelchair crossing street in San Bernardino
According to San Bernardino Police, the victim was crossing the street in a wheelchair at around 4:30 a.m. when he was struck and killed by an unknown vehicle that fled from the scene.
1-year-old boy abducted in Riverside found safe
Bradley Nicolas was last seen with 42-year-old Julio "Armando" Ramirez on Monday at about 7:28 a.m. The pair were last seen in Riverside.
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Half of all Texas schools have no mental health services
Texas would need to hire more than 5,000 licensed school psychologists to meet minimum recommended ratios.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Dr. Seuss' $19M estate hits market for first time in more than 50 years
Southern California compound once owned by children's book author Theodor Seuss Geisel is up for sale.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
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U.S. conducts missile launch after postponing due to China tensions
The planned test had been postponed after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan; China reacted to the visit by announcing live-fire exercises in the waters surrounding the island.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
Another effort to recall LA County DA George Gascón fails
According to the county clerk's office, organizers needed 566,857 valid petition signatures but only submitted 520,050.
Trump lawyers agree to public release of Mar-a-Lago search warrant
The Justice Department asked a federal court to unseal the warrant, citing public interest in the case, and Trump said he encouraged its release.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
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Department of Education to forgive nearly $4 billion in loans held by students who attended ITT Technical Institute
Education officials say $3.9 billion in federal student loans held by 208,000 borrowers, including those who have not yet applied for repayment discharge, will be discharged.
Survey: 60% of renters hit with rent increases this year
And while 38% of renters did say they got a raise — that raise won't cover their increased housing costs.
Gas prices continue to fall across Southern California
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County dropped to $5.394, the lowest amount since March 6.
Plans to build a "dry port" in the Mojave Desert gets backing of Kern County Board of Supervisors
Once the port is in operation, containers arriving from ships at the Ports of LA and Long Beach will be off-loaded onto shuttle trains for direct transport through the under-used Alameda Corridor to Mojave, for distribution to the rest of California and the nation.
Average price for a gallon of gas in California finally drops below $6
Despite being in the middle of the summer road trip season, demand for gasoline has dropped, helping the national average of gas prices go down by 7 cents since Monday.
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2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
California's Universal School Meals Program draws concerns from doctors
The Universal Meals Program has drawn concerns from doctors who said that the menus do not provide adequate nutrition and instead promote weight gain.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
Recall of coffee, milk, nutritional drinks made by Lyons Magnus expands
Lyons Magnus is recalling more than 80 types of drinks over possible contamination with bacteria that causes botulism.
UCLA to drop indoor masking requirement on campus starting Monday
Masks will continue to be required in areas mandated by county health officials including in health care facilities and on public transportation.
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Disneyland releases new, higher prices for Magic Key passes
The theme park announced that passes will be eligible to be renewed on Thursday, August 18.
Department of Education to forgive nearly $4 billion in loans held by students who attended ITT Technical Institute
Education officials say $3.9 billion in federal student loans held by 208,000 borrowers, including those who have not yet applied for repayment discharge, will be discharged.
Survey: 60% of renters hit with rent increases this year
And while 38% of renters did say they got a raise — that raise won't cover their increased housing costs.
Gas prices continue to fall across Southern California
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County dropped to $5.394, the lowest amount since March 6.
Recall of coffee, milk, nutritional drinks made by Lyons Magnus expands
Lyons Magnus is recalling more than 80 types of drinks over possible contamination with bacteria that causes botulism.
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Chargers set to extend star safety Derwin James for four years, $76.5 million
Once finalized, the extension will make James the highest-paid safety in NFL history, making more than $19 million a year.
Caratini's 2-run single in 11th rallies Brewers over Dodgers
Victor Caratini hit a two-run single off Dodgers closer Craig Kimbrel in the 11th inning, rallying the Milwaukee Brewers over Los Angeles 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Mariners break up perfect game bid in 6th, beat Angels 8-2
Adam Frazier broke up José Suárez's bid for a perfect game in the sixth and added a two-run triple in the ninth, leading the Seattle Mariners to an 8-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
Mariners score 4 in 9th after Ohtani departs, top Angels 6-2
Ohtani struck out eight and allowed two runs in six innings, but once he left the game the Halos bullpen allowed four runs in a chaotic ninth inning.
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'Das Boot,' 'Air Force One' director Wolfgang Petersen dies at 81
According to a representative, Petersen died from pancreatic cancer at his Brentwood home in the arms of his wife of 50 years, Maria Antoinette.
Ezra Miller seeking treatment for "complex mental health issues"
"I want to apologize to everyone that I have alarmed and upset with my past behavior," Miller said.
Sacheen Littlefeather receives apology for mistreatment at 1973 Oscars
Littlefeather was mocked when she declined Marlon Brando's Best Actor win onstage at the 1973 ceremony.
A$AP Rocky charged in Hollywood shooting that left acquaintance injured
A$AP Rocky, also known as Rakim Mayers, was charged with two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm.
Nipsey Hussle receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Due to what officials expect to be a large turnout, Hollywood Boulevard will be closed between Gower Street and Argyle Avenue between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
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$2.2 million sports car unveiled in West Hollywood
And the Delage D-12 is street legal. Chris Holmstrom reports.
Biden Administration cancels nearly $4 billion in ITT Tech student loan debt
ITT Tech shut down in 2016 just after its federal funding was pulled. Amy Johnson reports.
Abandoned building burns again in South LA
The nearby Metro Blue Line train track has been shut down during the firefight. Marci Gonzalez reports.
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What happens to unclaimed baggage at airports? Sonny Hood has the answer
Sonny Hood, who works as a Community Coordinator for Unclaimed Baggage, joined the studio to discuss a popular question often asked by Americans: What happens to unclaimed luggage? She clears the air on where the contents go, the weirdest thing they've found and more.
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Vin Scully: Life over the years
Legendary Dodger broadcaster Vin Scully died Tuesday, August 2, at the age 94.
2022 Home Run Derby at Dodger Stadium
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2022 BET Awards Red Carpet
Photos from the red carpet arrivals at the 2022 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater
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Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner host the 49th annual Daytime Emmy Awards honoring the greatest daytime shows in the country. You can watch live on CBS Friday, June 24th at 9pm
