Single ticket wins Powerball's $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
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A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
With no winner in Monday's drawing, the Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve will be at least an estimated $1.7 billion.
The Powerball jackpot grew to an estimated $1.6 billion after no tickets matched all six winning numbers at Saturday night's drawing. It's the fifth-largest prize among U.S. lottery jackpots.
The Powerball jackpot leaped to an estimated $1.5 billion after no one won Wednesday night's pot of gold of approximately $1.25 billion.
The $1 billion jackpot is the seventh-largest in the game's history.
Saturday's jackpot had an total cash value of $820.6 million, Powerball said.
The estimated Powerball jackpot for Saturday night's drawing soared to an estimated $1.8 billion, the second-biggest ever, after no one won Wednesday's $1.4 billion drawing.
Saturday's Powerball jackpot would be the second-biggest in U.S. lottery history, only trailing the world-record $2.04 billion grand prize won in 2022.
Powerball's jackpot will be at least an estimated $1.3 billion for the next drawing on Wednesday night after no tickets sold for Monday's $1.2 billion drawing came up winners.
The ticket matching five numbers, but not the powerball, was sold at a 76 gas station in Sherman Oaks, according to the California Lottery.
Amanda Starrantino visits the 7-Eleven in Duarte, where there was a $1 million winner on Saturday.
Saturday's Powerball jackpot has an estimated cash value of $453.1 million.
The Powerball jackpot is now an estimated $750 million for Monday night's drawing, making it the 10th-largest jackpot in Powerball game history.
Saturday night's jackpot was delayed due to one participating lottery needing additional time to complete pre-draw procedures.
Powerball's next jackpot will be at least an estimated $1.23 billion after no tickets matched the numbers needed to win Wednesday night's grand prize of roughly $1.09 billion.
Statistically, a Powerball player is much more likely to be attacked by a grizzly bear at Yellowstone National Park.
No one has won Powerball's top prize since New Year's Day.
There has not been a grand prize winner since New Year's Day.
No one has won the Mega Millions jackpot since Dec. 8, a string of 30 consecutive drawings without anyone taking home the top prize.
John Cheeks woke up to what he thought was news he had the winning Powerball numbers, only to find out the wrong numbers were accidentally posted on the lottery's website.
There was one winner in the $842.4 million Powerball drawing Monday night and that ticket was sold in Michigan.
The estimated jackpot for Wednesday night's drawing is the second-largest in Powerball history.
So far, the Powerball jackpot has surpassed $1 billion four times.
The estimated jackpot for Saturday night's drawing would be the third-largest in Powerball history and fifth-biggest in U.S. lottery history.
Nobody hit the jackpot in Powerball's Monday drawing, raising the next jackpot to an estimated $1.2 billion for Wednesday.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
According to prosecutors, the shooting continued intermittently for at least 20 minutes before Justin Derek Jennings surrendered to authorities.
Jason Krutzsch, Senior Vice President of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, said the World Cup brings people from around the world together, and of course, they want to represent their team.
Fire crews responded to the Long Beach Public Transfer Lot at 311 E. Ocean Blvd. around 9:40 a.m.
Staff from MMCC transported the pups named Marshmallow, Cascatelli, and Orecchiette in a cage, and when the door opened, they did their best "sprint" to the ocean water.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
According to prosecutors, the shooting continued intermittently for at least 20 minutes before Justin Derek Jennings surrendered to authorities.
LAPD officers say that two children and one adult were killed in what appears to be a murder-suicide in Canoga Park on Sunday night.
Jason Krutzsch, Senior Vice President of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, said the World Cup brings people from around the world together, and of course, they want to represent their team.
Fire crews responded to the Long Beach Public Transfer Lot at 311 E. Ocean Blvd. around 9:40 a.m.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
According to prosecutors, the shooting continued intermittently for at least 20 minutes before Justin Derek Jennings surrendered to authorities.
Jason Krutzsch, Senior Vice President of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee, said the World Cup brings people from around the world together, and of course, they want to represent their team.
Fire crews responded to the Long Beach Public Transfer Lot at 311 E. Ocean Blvd. around 9:40 a.m.
Staff from MMCC transported the pups named Marshmallow, Cascatelli, and Orecchiette in a cage, and when the door opened, they did their best "sprint" to the ocean water.
Police arrested the 28-year-old man after he crashed and attempted to hide in thick brush near Hayes Avenue and De Luz Road in Murrieta.
One person was taken into custody for the stabbing, which deputies said may be gang-related.
Garden Grove residents urged their city council to close the GKN Aerospace facility at the center of a chemical leak in late May.
GKN Aerospace officials have announced a series of community support initiatives intended to help the thousands of Orange County residents who were forced to evacuate their homes when the Garden Grove-based facility became the center of a chemical crisis in late May.
Under the oversight of the OC Health Care Agency, South Coast AQMD, and GKN Aerospace, MMA from the tank is scheduled to be pumped out and removed between Thursday and Friday.
Police arrested the 28-year-old man after he crashed and attempted to hide in thick brush near Hayes Avenue and De Luz Road in Murrieta.
Deputies say that eight teens were inside a speeding Dodge Charger when the driver lost control, causing the car to roll onto its side. One of the occupants was ejected, and all of the teens were taken to nearby hospitals, where a 17-year-old boy succumbed to his injuries.
Police also impounded seven e-bikes, recovered a stolen e-bike and contacted the parents of riders who were gathered at the social media-planned event at Cole Canyon Park.
Aerial footage showed deputies rushing to the back of the vehicle and removing two children from inside as the driver was taken into custody.
A homeowner shot and killed an armed intruder who had broken into their San Jacinto home on Friday night, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
An 18-year-old died last week on a hike deep in the Grand Canyon, after showing symptoms of heat-related illness, the National Park Service said.
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
President Trump abruptly ended an interview with NBC News when repeatedly challenged on his claims of election fraud
Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman surged past Spencer Pratt on Sunday in the race for LA mayor. The California governor's race remains undecided.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman has surpassed political newcomer Spencer Pratt in the race for L.A. mayor after trailing by nearly 6% on election night.
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.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
Backup catcher Sebastián Rivero went 5 for 5 with six RBIs, leading the Los Angeles Angels to a 13-5 victory over the Dodgers.
Nelly Korda won the 81st U.S. Women's Open for her second consecutive major victory.
The Los Angeles Angels have placed pitcher Jack Kochanowicz on the 15-day injured list because of right elbow inflammation.
In his fourth major final, Alexander Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 for the French Open title on Sunday.
Stacey King, who played on the first three NBA Champion Chicago Bulls teams with Michael Jordan in the 1990s, has died.
Peabo Bryson, a two-time Grammy-winning singer and songwriter known for Disney movie hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," has died at age 75.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
The CBS LA American Music Awards Red Carpet Special will capture the moments as the stars arrive at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and airs from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. PDT on CBS LA and streaming online on CBS News Los Angeles.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
The U.S. men’s soccer team hosted its first and only public practice on Monday at Irvine’s Great Park Stadium, and while 33,000 people applied to watch, 5,000 were selected.
Lance Wu watched his immigrant single mother work hard and hopes he can pay it forward with his full ride to Princeton.
Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman defeated Spencer Pratt in the race for Los Angeles Mayor, pitting her against former friend and incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the November general election.
Frankie Aguilar says his neighbors were at his house before returning home and encountering an intruder inside. A father shot and killed the suspect, as his daughter and wife were inside the home.
South-facing beaches in Orange and LA counties are hit with a south swell, with conditions expected to build through the day on Tuesday.
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.
