First timers Miami, FAU, San Diego State join UConn in NCAA's Final Four
For the first time, no team is seeded better than No. 4
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Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
UCLA's Jaquez siblings become first brother-sister duo to make Sweet Sixteen
Jaime and Gabriela Jaquez are the first brother-sister duo to make it to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament for the same school in the same season
"A dream come true:" Bruins' Director of Basketball Doug Erickson talks about his storied career
From Jim Harrick to Mick Cronin, each of the last five UCLA Men's head basketball coaches have relied on Doug Erickson, the Bruins' director of basketball administration. Jill Painter Lopez reports.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
March Madness: No. 7 Michigan State muscles past No. 10 USC, 72-62
The Michigan State Spartans beat the University of Southern California Trojans 72-62 Friday in Columbus, Ohio, in the first round of the 2023 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Round of 64
The NCAA Tournament Round of 64 kicks off Thursday on CBS.
No.4 UCLA fails to move on to Elite Eight in 73-66 loss against No. 8 UNC
UCLA's title hopes fell Friday night in their 73-66 loss against North Carolina, who were led by Caleb Loves' 30 points.
No. 4 UCLA tops No. 5 St. Mary's, 72-56, moving on to Sweet 16
UCLA moves onto the Sweet Sixteen with their sure-handed victory over St. Mary's. They'll face No. 8 UNC in the Sweet Sixteen.
No. 15 Cal State Fullerton falls to No. 2 Duke, 78-61
A stifling Duke defense held CSUF to just 37.5% shooting from the field as the Titans failed to move on past the first round of NCAA Tournament play.
No. 7 USC upset by No. 10 Miami, 68-66
A sloppy game from the Trojans saw the No. 7 seed lose the turnover battle 18-3 and shoot just 60% from the free throw line.
March Madness: UCLA, USC, SDSU, CSUF Earn Berths In NCAA Tournament
68 teams are in. March Madness brackets are here, with four local teams earning berths for the NCAA Tourney.
Juzang Sends No. 11 Seed UCLA Past Michigan To Final Four
Johnny Juzang poured in 28 points while playing most of the second half on a hurt ankle, and UCLA survived a series of nail-biting misses by top-seeded Michigan in the closing seconds for a 51-49 victory Tuesday night.
Quite A Show: Zags Stay Undefeated With 85-66 Win Over USC
USC didn't get closer than 16 in the second half, and though their intensity wandered at times, there was never any doubt the Zags would be returning to Lucas Oil Stadium later this week, two wins away from perfection.
In Season Of Zooms And Quarantine, USC, UCLA Both Underdogs In First-Ever Joint Elite Eight Appearance
After a year that was unlike any other in recent memory, UCLA and USC are both gunning for a spot in the NCAA men's basketball tournament's Final Four.
Baylor Broils No. 3 Razorbacks, Ready For Even Bigger Game
Baylor more than lived up to its top-seeded billing, pulling away from No. 3 Arkansas early and then again the second the game got uncomfortably close.
Flashback: The 1st Intercollegiate Basketball Game Was Played At Hamline University In St. Paul
Back then, there were no three-pointers. Each bucket counted for a single point. Players weren't allowed to dribble, but rather just pivot and pass.
Villanova Looks To Continue NCAA Tournament Run Against Top-Seeded Baylor
Villanova is looking to capture its fourth NCAA title after winning it all in 1985, 2016 and 2018.
Villanova Basketball In Unfamiliar Underdog Territory Ahead Of Matchup With Top-Seeded Baylor
CBS3's Pat Gallen spoke with CBS Sports analyst Clark Kellogg about Villanova being back in a familiar place and how they can continue their run.
Gonzaga's Drew Timme Has NCAA Tournament Fandom's Attention
Who would've imagined just a few years ago the same young man from Richardson Pearce High School would be closing in on one of the greatest seasons by any team in any sport?
Loyola Ramblers Make Best Of Living Under COVID Protocols As They Practice To Take On Oregon State In Sweet 16
The Loyola Ramblers were getting ready Wednesday for their Sweet 16 matchup against Oregon State.
Texas Advances To Sweet 16 With 71-62 Win Over UCLA
Celeste Taylor scored 24 points, Kyra Lambert added 17 and No. 6 seed Texas beat third-seeded UCLA 71-62 on Wednesday night to advance to the Sweet 16.
Loyola 2 Wins Away From Repeating Historic Run To NCAA Final Four
Loyola is back in the Sweet 16 again.
Onyenwere Leads Third-Seeded UCLA Past Wyoming 69-48
UCLA has won nine straight NCAA Tournament first round games, the last six under coach Cori Close. UCLA will face No. 6 seed Texas on Wednesday.
Mobley Bros. Lead No. 6 Seed USC To 85-51 Rout Of Kansas
Southern California coach Andy Enfield is taking another program back to the Sweet 16. The only surprise about this one? How handily his Trojans took apart No. 3 seed Kansas.
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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors
Documents posted Wednesday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say the anti-lock brake control module can leak fluid and cause an electrical short, which can touch off a fire while the vehicles are parked or being driven.
Jury deliberations begin for murder trial of well-known Hollywood therapist
Jury deliberations are set to begin in the trial of a man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend by throwing her off the third-floor balcony of her Hollywood Hills home.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
High school football's first game day at SoFi Stadium is set for October
Kevin Pearson, the Warren High head coach, said the rivalry with Downey is one of the best in high school football in Los Angeles.
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WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
Ventura County teacher under investigation after being caught on camera in midst of racist rant
A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera in the midst of a verbal argument with another person in which several racially-insensitive and anti-immigration sentiments are shared.
Taylor Swift attends Chiefs game, boosting sales of Kelce jerseys 400%
Kansas City Chiefs Travis Kelce's No. 87 jersey saw a roughly 400% spike in sales after Swift appeared at a Chiefs game Sunday
Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors
Documents posted Wednesday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say the anti-lock brake control module can leak fluid and cause an electrical short, which can touch off a fire while the vehicles are parked or being driven.
Jury deliberations begin for murder trial of well-known Hollywood therapist
Jury deliberations are set to begin in the trial of a man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend by throwing her off the third-floor balcony of her Hollywood Hills home.
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Hyundai and Kia recall nearly 3.4 million vehicles due to fire risk and urge owners to park outdoors
Documents posted Wednesday by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration say the anti-lock brake control module can leak fluid and cause an electrical short, which can touch off a fire while the vehicles are parked or being driven.
Jury deliberations begin for murder trial of well-known Hollywood therapist
Jury deliberations are set to begin in the trial of a man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend by throwing her off the third-floor balcony of her Hollywood Hills home.
WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
High school football's first game day at SoFi Stadium is set for October
Kevin Pearson, the Warren High head coach, said the rivalry with Downey is one of the best in high school football in Los Angeles.
Ventura County teacher under investigation after being caught on camera in midst of racist rant
A high school teacher with the Moorpark Unified School District is under investigation after they were caught on camera in the midst of a verbal argument with another person in which several racially-insensitive and anti-immigration sentiments are shared.
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Nic Kerdiles, former Anaheim Duck, killed in motorcycle crash in Tennessee
Nic Kerdiles, a former Anaheim Ducks forward, has died at 29 after he was involved in a motorcycle crash in Nashville, Tennessee.
"RHOC" star Shannon Beador arrested for DUI hit-and-run
Beador was arrested for DUI hit-and-run after crashing into a house in Newport Beach on Saturday.
Suspect arrested for $74k jewelry theft from Kohl's in Seal Beach
Brandon Libardo Bustos-Bermudez, was arrested while committing a separate burglary at a different Kohl's, located in Chino Hills, on Friday. He was found to be connected to the $74k gold jewelry theft that happened in Seal Beach on Aug. 31.
28-year-old man killed in head-on crash in Fullerton
According to police, the crash was caused when a speeding driver swerved into oncoming traffic to avoid rear-ending another car.
Nearly $250k worth of luxury watches stolen in smash-and-grab robbery at jeweler in Newport Beach
Police are searching for a group of robbers who targeted a jewelry shop in Newport Beach last week, taking off with a quarter million dollars worth of luxury watches.
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Public outrage after video shows teen slammed to ground by deputy in San Bernardino County
The video shows a deputy run up behind the girl before slamming her to the ground outside of a high school football game in Victorville.
Three men charged for kidnapping, ransoming Inland Empire teen
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
Arrest made after Hemet mother of three stabbed to death
Shawna Weems, 28, was stabbed to death after she reportedly asked two people doing drugs outside of her home to move on Monday.
Woman arrested after Border Patrol agents find 5 pounds of heroin hidden inside diaper bag
The arrest was made while the woman had her 5-year-old daughter in the car on Tuesday.
Deputy suffers minor injuries following Hesperia burglary
San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputies responded around 7 p.m. Wednesday to a burglary in progress in the 13200 block of Sunland Street.
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KCAL News investigation prompts Metro board to make safety changes at stations
A KCAL News investigation, which revealed dangerous and toxic conditions at several Metro stations across Los Angeles County, where potentially deadly traces of drugs were found left behind, has prompted the Metro board to pass a mandate requiring cleaning and disinfecting to promote the safety of travelers. David Goldstein reports.
KCAL Investigates: How "structural racism" affects school funding
KCAL News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
KCAL News Investigates: LA Mayor Karen Bass proposes changes to Metro stations to make them safer
Following a KCAL News investigation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed new changes to make Metro train stations safer.
KCAL News Investigates: Dangerous toxic conditions in some of LA's Metro stations
KCAL News investigative reporter David Goldstein goes over the environmental report outlining the potentially deadly traces of drugs left behind by homeless residents who had camped out in train stations.
KCAL News Investigates: 14-year-old girl attacked in front of LAUSD teacher
Critical questions involving former school police, an attorney and a now-enraged family. Those are questions surrounding a shocking beating case that are being brought before the entire Los Angeles Unified School District.
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WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
American soldier who crossed into North Korea is back in U.S. custody
U.S. soldier Travis King, who ran across the border from South Korea into North Korea in July, was transferred back to U.S. custody in China.
Man convicted at 18 found innocent of 1995 rape, robbery and kidnapping after 28 years in prison
Gerardo Cabanillas was just 18 when he was wrongfully convicted of rape, robbery and kidnapping in 1995, and after spending nearly 30 years in prison he was finally exonerated due to a DNA test that showed he never committed the crime.
Target says it's closing 9 stores because of surging retail thefts
Rise in "organized" retail crime is threatening the safety of employees and customers, according to Target.
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2024 Republican candidates to meet in California for second debate
Seven Republican candidates will take the stage at the Reagan Presidential Library in Southern California, while former President Donald Trump is again skipping the primary debate.
Panorama City man sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 breach of U.S. Capitol
A 29-year-old Panorama City man has been sentenced to four years and three months in prison for his role in the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
Hunter Biden sues Rudy Giuliani, attorney Robert Costello for "hacking" laptop
Rudy Giuliani and attorney Robert Costello have frequently acknowledged accessing the hard drive's data after Hunter Biden left his laptop at a repair shop.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates
Twelve Republicans announced their candidacies for president. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
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On Your Side: College students and credit-card debt
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
On Your Side: Who needs a will, and how do you create one?
Fewer than a third of Americans have a will. Experts say that could lead to confusion and money loss when someone dies without one. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has expert tips on who needs a will and how to create one.
The best Mega Millions strategies, according to a Harvard statistician
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
Bank offers seniors advance on Social Security payments
A new online bank is catering to seniors and advertising an advance on monthly Social Security payments, without any extra fees or charges. Kristine Lazar takes a look.
On Your Side: Biden Administration targets 'junk fees'
The Biden Administration wants to trash so-called "junk fees," and has spent the past year slowly chipping away at them. But will the president's efforts really help consumers? On Your Side's Kristine Lazar takes a look.
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How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Bill would make over-the-counter Narcan affordable through health insurance
Amid renewed concerns over the opioid crisis, legislation that would require insurance companies to cover the cost of the over-the-counter form of overdose-reversal drug Narcan is a step away from being signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.
Highly mutated COVID variant BA.2.86 now spotted in 10 states
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
Looking for the new COVID booster? Here's where to get the shot.
Reformulated vaccine is already available at some pharmacies and will be more widely accessible starting next week.
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Bill to have human drivers ride in autonomous trucks vetoed by Gov. Newsom
California's Democratic governor has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be on board self-driving trucks.
An end in sight? Striking writers and Hollywood studios spend second full day in negotiations
Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters have spent a second full day in talks that could potentially put an end to the nearly five-month dispute that has brought many film and television productions to a halt.
Wildfire-prone California to consider new rules for property insurance pricing
A new plan from California's insurance commissioner aims to keep the nation' stop insurers from leaving the wildfire-prone state.
WGA-AMPTP negotiations expected to resume this week
Negotiations are expected to resume in Hollywood this week after months of failed talks between studios and writers.
Starbucks explores replacing its iconic cup with sustainable alternatives
In the name of the environment and sustainability, the Starbucks disposable cup may be on its way to extinction.
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Detmers throws seven one-hit innings to help Angels snap skid with 9-3 win over Rangers
Brandon Drury had three hits, including a home run, Reid Detmers threw seven solid innings for only his second win since the All-Star break and the Los Angeles Angels rolled to a 9-3 victory over Texas on Tuesday night preventing the Rangers from getting another step closer to wrapping up their first playoff appearance since 2016.
Freeman homers as Dodgers take second game of doubleheader with Rockies 11-2
Freddie Freeman hit a two-run homer to back the strong seven-inning start by rookie Bobby Miller, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Colorado 11-2 on Tuesday night to gain a doubleheader split and send the Rockies to their first 100-loss season.
Anderson's strong outing, Jones' bat lead Rockies past Dodgers 4-1 in DH opener
Chase Anderson pitched five scoreless innings for his first win in 17 starts this season, Nolan Jones homered and the Colorado Rockies snapped a seven-game losing streak by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-1 on Tuesday in the opener of a doubleheader.
Rangers back Gray with 3 straight homers, beat Angels 5-1 to maintain AL West lead
Adolis García, Mitch Garver and Nathaniel Lowe hit consecutive home runs in the sixth inning, and the first-place Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 for their sixth straight victory.
Burrow shakes off injury, throws for season-high 259 yards as Bengals beat the Rams 19-16
Joe Burrow shook off a lingering calf injury, throwing for 259 yards as the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Los Angeles Rams 19-16 to get their first win after starting the season with two losses.
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WGA ends strike, releases details on tentative deal with studios
The Writers Guild of America released the details of their tentative agreement with Hollywood studios and have unanimously voted to end the nearly 150-day strike.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative agreement after a nearly 150-day WGA strike
Hollywood writers and studios have finally agreed to a new contract after a nearly 150-day strike brought the entertainment industry to a grinding halt.
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LAUSD officials walked door-to-door as part of the district's iAttend initiative, aimed at improving
Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho said school officials are planning to visit 8,000 homes to connect and find out what issues may be preventing students from regularly attending school
Prop maker Paul Pearson uses technology math and art to create his designs
Pearson of Custom Props Inc. says his company builds a lot of special effects props for movies and television, and every project is different
Sen. Menendez enters not guilty plea
The senator has been charged with three counts for allegedly taking bribes to use his political power and connections to help the government of Egypt
LAUSD changes its COVID-19 vaccine policy
Employees in the Los Angeles Unified School District are no longer required to get the COVID-19 vaccine
Jury deliberations begin for man accused of killing his sex therapist girlfriend in Hollywood Hills
Gareth Pursehouse is charged with murder for 38-year-old Amie Harwick as she was thrown from her Hollywood Hills home balcony in 2020.
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Aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary in Southern California
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary, which started the weekend as a Category 4 hurricane, has quickly moved up the coast of Southern California, bringing heavy rain, flooding and strong winds to the area. Here's a look at some photos from the notable weather event.
Wallex US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
Thousands descended on Huntington Beach to watch their favorite surfers compete in the Wallex US Of Surfing, July 29 - Aug 6. Check out some photos from the first couple of days of the competition
JM Eagle LA Championship at Wilshire Country Club
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
The 95th Academy Awards
Check out this behind-the-scenes look ahead of the 2023 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre.
