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Vanessa Bryant, widow of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, plans to donate proceeds from the $16 million judgment she won Wednesday in a lawsuit against Los Angeles County to a foundation named in her husband's and daughter's memory, it was reported Thursday.
Bryant's attorney, Luis Li, did not specify the exact amount of the donation.
Rick Montanez reports from downtown Los Angeles with reaction to the $31 million in damages awarded to Vanessa Bryant and co-plaintiff Chris Chester in their invasion of privacy and negligence lawsuit against LA County first-responders who shared photos from the scene of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed Laker legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and seven other people.
Jake Reiner reports from downtown LA where a federal jury has awarded Vanessa Bryant and her co-plaintiff $31 million in damages related to gruesome pictures shared by first responders of the 2020 crash scene that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven other people.
A federal jury Wednesday ordered Los Angeles County to pay $31 million in damages over the actions of first-responders who snapped and shared gruesome photos from the scene of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed Laker legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and seven other people.
The widow of the late Lakers star took the stand Friday. Tina Patel reports.
Tina Patel reports from Downtown Los Angeles where trial of Vanessa Bryant's lawsuit against Los Angeles County continues Friday. Bryant is supposed to testify on Friday.
The lawsuit filed by Vanessa Bryant, the wife of the late Kobe Bryant, who was killed in a tragic helicopter accident in Jan. 2020 continued to trial on Thursday.
Bryant's team said the defendants also engaged in a cover up and destroyed evidence of their misconduct.
Vanessa Bryant wrote that Staples Center will be "Forever known as the house that Kobe built."
A federal judge ordered Vanessa Bryant and her therapist to produce mental health records dating back to Jan. 1, 2017.
L.A. County Fire Department Chief Daryl Osby has also been ordered to testify under oath.
Kobe Bryant's widow, Vanessa Bryant, has filed her own federal lawsuit against L.A. County over the crash scene photos. That trial is slated to start in February.
Bryant's lawsuit claims severe emotional distress over gruesome photos snapped and shared by sheriff's deputies of the helicopter crash that claimed the life of her husband and daughter.
L.A. County Sheriff's deputies and L.A. County firefighters took and shared photos of the Kobe Bryant crash scene for purposes outside law enforcement.
Bryant's motion to compel for the depositions of Sheriff Alex Villanueva and Fire Chief Daryl Osby was granted on Tuesday.
After Sheriff Alex Villanueva confirmed her husband, their teenage daughter, along with seven others, were killed, he asked Vanessa Bryant if he could do anything for her, according to a transcript of a deposition obtained by USA TODAY Sports on Saturday on her lawsuit against Los Angeles County.
Los Angeles County attorneys filed a motion on Monday to request that Vanessa Bryant undergo a psychiatric exam before her lawsuit against the county goes to trial.
Kobe Bryant would have turned 43 on Aug. 23, 2021.
Plaintiffs in the suit included Vanessa Bryant and her three surviving daughters, John James and Alexis Altobelli, Christopher Chester and his two surviving children and Matthew Mauser and his three children.
The shoes bear a gold 2 for the number she wore on her jersey, Kobe and Gigi on the back instead of Kobe's signature, and inner details like a butterfly, wings, and a halo.
With Kobe Bryant's posthumous induction into the hall of fame Saturday, people around the southland reacted.
Kobe Bryant was posthumously inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Friday in an emotional ceremony, with remarks delivered by his widow Vanessa Bryant.
The two firefighters in question allegedly received letters from the LACFD in December stating that the department intended to fire them.
At least 1 person was hospitalized after a pursuit suspect crashed into another vehicle.
A person was shot and killed in San Dimas Tuesday and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department homicide detectives were investigating.
An imposter is posing as a Ventura County Sheriff's Captain in a scam aimed at stealing money from residents with fraudulent warrants.
A man was shot and killed, and another person was wounded outside of a downtown Los Angeles music venue Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
A Westminster mother is accused of drowning her 9-year-old daughter in a bathtub. Prosecutors said the girl used a wheelchair and could not speak.
"We don't want any parent to ever have to sit at a Thanksgiving or holiday dinner with someone missing like we had to this year," Kim Clinkunbroomer, the mother of the late Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer, said
An investigation is underway after five homes burned down in South Los Angeles Tuesday morning, leaving two residents in critical condition.
At least 1 person was hospitalized after a pursuit suspect crashed into another vehicle.
A person was shot and killed in San Dimas Tuesday and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department homicide detectives were investigating.
An imposter is posing as a Ventura County Sheriff's Captain in a scam aimed at stealing money from residents with fraudulent warrants.
At least 1 person was hospitalized after a pursuit suspect crashed into another vehicle.
Police reported on Tuesday that a 36-year-old homeless woman has been arrested for allegedly breaking into a home and fatally shooting a resident in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles.
.The Tournament of Roses said Main is "a timeless symbol of grace, (and) will forever adorn the history of the Rose Parade."
"We don't want any parent to ever have to sit at a Thanksgiving or holiday dinner with someone missing like we had to this year," Kim Clinkunbroomer, the mother of the late Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer, said
Just as the holiday season kicks into high gear, The Manhattan Beach Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam asking for fake donations.
A Westminster mother is accused of drowning her 9-year-old daughter in a bathtub. Prosecutors said the girl used a wheelchair and could not speak.
Orange County's Board of Supervisors renewed the contract of a homeless services center in Santa Ana, much to the dismay of some residents.
The city of Irvine is considering a ban on single-use plastic for local restaurants in order to reduce the amount of harmful plastic being distributed to the community.
Tustin began its voluntary home clean-ups to remove debris from the destructive hangar fire that may contain asbestos.
The Orange Police Department said an unlicensed drunk driver killed two men as they tried to repair a broken-down car on Thanksgiving.
Despite several seniors graduating last year, the California School for the Deaf in Riverside rallied to capture their second consecutive CIF championship for Division 1 over the weekend.
Firefighters knocked down two fires in San Bernardino overnight.
Police said Edwin Banuelos confessed to the charges and blamed his actions on social media influences.
The suspect was killed after exchanging gun fire with police during an hours-long SWAT standoff in Upland on Monday.
Several high-wind advisories and warnings will be impacting the area until Tuesday.
Caltrans engineers warned the department about the possibility of fires raging under freeways if flammable materials were allowed to be stored there. However, it appears these guidelines may have been ignored.
A stabbing at an LAUSD school that went unreported for hours has raised concerns about student's safety.
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 News senior reporter Ross Palombo shows how race, ethnicity and wealth affect the quality of schools in California.
Following a KCAL News investigation, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed new changes to make Metro train stations safer.
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
The U.S. Navy says it has removed nearly all of the fuel from a plane that landed in Oahu's Kaneohe Bay after it overshot a runway.
Starting Dec. 1, Google will terminate accounts that haven't been used in two years, which could impact photos, emails and more.
Three college students described as being of Palestinian descent were shot Saturday evening in Burlington, Vermont, while visiting for Thanksgiving.
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
Seventeen hostages were released — 14 Israeli citizens, which includes Abigail, who is a joint Israeli-American citizen, and three foreign nationals, Israeli officials said.
The Carter Center said she died "peacefully, with family by her side" on Sunday, Nov. 19, at her home in Plains, Georgia.
"We're just wondering how far is this going to go? We're calling for a cease-fire," Jordanian Ambassador Dina Kawar told "Face the Nation."
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.
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.
Choosing random numbers increases your chances of not having to split the prize money should you win.
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.
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.
A federal rule taking effect Jan. 1 was intended to stop abuses by pharmacy benefit managers, but some pharmacists say it's making things worse.
Three different dog food brands have been recalled in recent week because of bacteria that can sicken pets and humans who handle the food.
The social media company has hidden the dangers of its platforms from the public with profit in mind, dozens of attorneys general allege.
On Saturday Gov. Newsom announced the approval of Senate Bill 770, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-SF) which advances steps toward securing universal health coverage in California.
Union coalition that led three-day walkout says employees may strike again unless health care giant addresses their concerns.
Seidler, who grew up around the game as a third-generation member of the O'Malley family that used to own the Dodgers, died on Tuesday, the Padres announced. He was 63.
Board members from Hollywood's actors union have voted to approve the deal with studios that ended their strike after nearly four months.
Utah has become the latest state to sue TikTok, alleging the social media company is "baiting" children into addictive and unhealthy habits.
The numbers have been drawn for an estimated $1.55 billion Powerball jackpot that ranks as the world's fourth-largest lottery prize.
A bill to allow Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California has been vetoed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, according to Assemblymember Matt Haney, who authored the legislation.
Denis Bouanga scored his fourth goal of the MLS Cup playoffs in the 30th minute, goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau made seven saves, and defending champion Los Angeles FC advanced to the Western Conference final with a 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders.
Rookie Zay Flowers had a touchdown catch and ran for a game-sealing score late in the fourth quarter, Baltimore forced four turnovers, and the AFC-best Ravens beat the Los Angeles Chargers 20-10.
Connor McDavid had a goal and four assists to give him nine points in two games and help the Edmonton Oilers rout the Anaheim Ducks 8-2 on Sunday night.
The Los Angeles Angels have signed veteran left-handed reliever Adam Kolarek to a one-year, $900,000 deal.
Matthew Stafford threw for 229 yards and a season-high four touchdown passes, two each to Tyler Higbee and Kyren Williams, and the Los Angeles Rams rolled to a 37-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish was arrested Friday in Beverly Hills on suspicion of driving while impaired, authorities said.
The team posted a picture of a green friendship bracelet that read "Eagles win" on Instagram following their 21-17 victory on Monday.
A long-time anchor to the Network's successful Friday night lineup, "Blue Bloods" is Friday's #1 primetime program and the #3 broadcast drama on television.
David Letterman hosted "The Late Show" for over 20 years, from 1993 to 2015.
An LAPD pursuit hospitalized at least one person in the suspect's vehicle Tuesday night.
Residents packed the Irvine City Council meeting as members contemplated a possible ban on single-use plastic items. Lesley Marin reports.
The victim was identified as Michael Latt, the CEO of Lead With Love, an organization focused on social justice work through the arts.
A person was shot and killed in San Dimas Tuesday and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department homicide detectives were investigating.
A man was shot and killed, and another person was wounded outside of a downtown Los Angeles music venue Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Here are the roads closed for the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Although damage was minimal, some residents woke up Monday to flooded streets, fallen trees and other issues
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.
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
Shots from the LPGA Tour's JM Eagle LA Championship at the Wilshire Country Club in Palos Verdes.
