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In the midst of preparing and packing all the paraphernalia that needs to be transported for a tailgating event, dessert is often left forgotten. For those with a sweet tooth that crave something a little more fancy, nothing tickles the palate as much as dainty, pretty, one-bite cake pops.
Sure, you may look at the records of this Sunday night's contest between the San Diego Chargers (3-1) and the host New Orleans Saints (0-4), thinking this surely can't be a big game. Think again.
For many fans of the Chargers, the end of last season seemed like the perfect time to send head coach Norv Turner and/or general manager AJ Smith packing. Instead, they came back for one more season, but they may not get another chance under the team lives up to expectations.
For the San Diego Chargers going into the 2012 camp, there certainly appeared to be legitimate questions as to whether or not longtime San Diego kicker Nate Kaeding would keep his job with the Bolts. Nick Novak kicked very well in 2011 after Kaeding suffered a season-ending injury, and Novak is now back with the Chargers after Kaeding suffered another injury.
Forcing the Chiefs into six turnovers (scored 24 points off them), the Bolts got out to an early lead and were never seriously threatened, as San Diego maintained a one-game lead over Denver in the AFC West race.
This weekend, get the whole family involved in football fever and stock your party with Chargers-themed paraphernalia.
The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously Friday to approve a plan build a new NFL stadium and convention hall downtown.
For San Diego (2-1), Sunday's visit to Arrowhead Stadium will say much about where the Chargers are headed after a debilitating loss to the Atlanta Falcons last Sunday. In spite of the loss, the Chargers still lead the AFC West.
Regardless of what football team you root for, you are sure to be a fan of this amazing recipe. Easy and fun to make, these are a true treat for the mouth and will have all your football buddies saying, "please pass the peppers!"
Given last year's road debacle at Arrowhead Stadium (23-20 OT loss), a game the Chargers seemingly were about to win on a late field goal before they turned the ball over, San Diego knows that winning games within its division will be crucial this year.
The NFL and the referees' union have reached a tentative contract agreement, ending an impasse that began in June when the league locked out the officials and used replacements instead.
Two days after a controversial call cost the Green Bay Packers a win, the NFL and the referees' union are reportedly nearing an end to a lockout that put replacement officials on the field since the start of the season.
The locals will tell you that, as military town, San Diego is home to transplants from all over the country, especially other towns and states where professional sports are well represented. Many of those fans end up in Qualcomm Stadium rooting for the Chargers' opponents.
The NFL conceded Tuesday that a bad call cost the Green Bay Packers the game -- yet still upheld the Seattle Seahawks' victory.
Want to know what a company looks like when it fires all its experienced workers and hires on cheap replacements? Watch last night's embarrassment of a game between Green Bay and Seattle. But this is about more than just a game. This is about a trend in our national economy where trained professionals are cast aside for inferior workers.
The return of Mathews to the lineup was welcomed by most Charger fans, as the third-year pro out of Fresno State was coming off of a broken clavicle suffered in the preseason opener versus Green Bay. What wasn't welcomed was Mathews again getting slippery hands with the ball. In 27 career games, Mathews has fumbled 11 times, with six being recovered by the opposition.
In a game billed as an exciting matchup between two of the top early-season contenders in their respective conferences, the Falcons took the Bolts behind the woodshed, did a number on them, then left them essentially for dead when it was all over.
Game day is here and in all of the excitement, it's best to have a checklist of your Chargers tailgating essentials. We've got your top five must-haves for a winning tailgate party.
If you're looking for a surefire crowd pleaser, All-American Buffalo Chicken Dip is the way to go. Every time this makes a cameo appearance during the season, it's always the first to get scarfed up by fans. And that includes chicks who are watching their figure.
The Falcons (2-0) hung 40 points on Kansas City in the opener then posted 27 points against Peyton Manning and the Broncos this past Monday night. This came from the same team that dropped three of their four preseason games, once again showing essentially how meaningless the exhibition season is.
A high school football star exonerated of a rape conviction after serving five years in prison never gave up on his dream to play professionally. Next Wednesday, Brian Banks will get to step out onto a field as a linebacker for the Las Vegas Locomotives.
All but one of the four major candidates for Los Angeles' new mayor said the sale of AEG will not affect plans to bring an NFL stadium to the city.
After receiving a thymus implant almost a year ago, little Syanne Landron is back in the hospital after her body's immune system didn't develop as much as doctors hoped.
Los Angeles County veterans were outraged after thieves stole a bronze statue from a memorial in Paramount.
Wanting to do the right thing, a Texas man mailed $50 to Langer's Deli after he couldn't remember if he tipped his server.
Lineage rolled back the percentage of rotten food removed from its Boyle Heights warehouse on Friday after posting that it had cleaned up 104.1% of the biohazardous waste.
The Los Angeles Police Department was in pursuit of a burglary suspect near South LA.
After receiving a thymus implant almost a year ago, little Syanne Landron is back in the hospital after her body's immune system didn't develop as much as doctors hoped.
Los Angeles County veterans were outraged after thieves stole a bronze statue from a memorial in Paramount.
NOAA's Climate Prediction Center says there's a 69% chance that a historic El Niño event could exceed the strength of previous events dating back to 1950.
Wanting to do the right thing, a Texas man mailed $50 to Langer's Deli after he couldn't remember if he tipped his server.
Lineage rolled back the percentage of rotten food removed from its Boyle Heights warehouse on Friday after posting that it had cleaned up 104.1% of the biohazardous waste.
After receiving a thymus implant almost a year ago, little Syanne Landron is back in the hospital after her body's immune system didn't develop as much as doctors hoped.
Los Angeles County veterans were outraged after thieves stole a bronze statue from a memorial in Paramount.
Wanting to do the right thing, a Texas man mailed $50 to Langer's Deli after he couldn't remember if he tipped his server.
Lineage rolled back the percentage of rotten food removed from its Boyle Heights warehouse on Friday after posting that it had cleaned up 104.1% of the biohazardous waste.
The Los Angeles Police Department was in pursuit of a burglary suspect near South LA.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
A Fullerton youth soccer coach was arrested on Wednesday after he allegedly used Instagram to solicit a minor for sexual activity.
Wildlife activists named the new eagle that has been seen accompanying Shadow through the treetops and skies of Big Bear.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer announced the buyback will take place Sept. 13 at Angel Stadium, offering gift cards and Los Angeles Angels tickets in exchange for the bikes.
Loved ones say that 19-year-old William Leapart was a standout football player and person with a big heart.
The California Highway Patrol closed all lanes except the carpool lane along the westbound 10 Freeway after two semi-trucks collided near Montclair.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
Wildlife activists named the new eagle that has been seen accompanying Shadow through the treetops and skies of Big Bear.
Newly proposed state legislation seeks to separate the Riverside County Sheriff's and Coroner's offices in order to eliminate potential conflicts of interest regarding in-custody death investigations. Sheriff Chad Bianco says the move could impact more than 600 jobs.
More than 120 boxes of McLaren F1 LEGO sets were discovered inside an abandoned van in Barstow. Police said they're connected to a recent boxcar theft.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
In what has become a debate garnering national attention over whether standardized testing should continue to be administered in schools, California legislators are urging the state's public universities to reconsider their policies on SAT and ACT scores.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
California voters will decide in November whether to approve a proposed $11 billion bond aimed at addressing the state's affordable housing and homelessness crises.
Los Angeles City Council members on Tuesday approved a resolution to remove 12 anti-camping zones around Hollywood, ending a years-long ban that prevented people from sitting, sleeping or camping in certain areas.
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
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.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
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.
Jacob Cowing returned a punt for an 83-yard touchdown, Eddy Pineiro kicked a pair of field goals and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 on Thursday night in a preseason game.
Joseph Paintsil scored a short-handed goal in the 79th minute to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 1-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes.
Mookie Betts homered and capped a three-hit night with an RBI single in the 10th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 6-4.
Nico Hansen finished with one save and had his third consecutive shutout to help the Colorado Rapids beat Los Angeles FC 1-0.
Ethan Pecko struck out four in his major-league debut, five Houston relievers pitched shutout ball for five-plus innings and Christian Vázquez homered as the Astros beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Co-stars and friends of Hayden Panettiere are remembering her for her friendship, intelligence and talent after her shocking death on Sunday.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday announced that nine new television productions would be awarded through the state's film and television tax credit program, which his office estimates will bring over $600 million in production spending.
The FBI added a man named "No Name Given Kamal" to their Most Wanted list.
A possible shooting near Los Angeles Southwest College caused panic during a high school football game on Friday night.
Desmond Shaw flies to Mission Hills for tonight's Look At This!
California lawmakers are considering new legislation to ban kids under 16 from using social media platforms with "addictive features." Tom Wait reports.
After receiving a thymus implant almost a year ago, little Syanne Landron is back in the hospital after her body's immune system didn't develop as much as doctors hoped. Laurie Perez reports.
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.
