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San Dimas sisters Jacqueline & Barbara Chen started diving after jumping in the ocean on vacation. Now they've got their sights set on the 2028 LA Olympics as they hone their craft by way of multiple international competitions
By the time he was 13, Schea Cotton was a basketball prodigy. He starred at Mater Dei in the mid-90's and was destined to play in the NBA... but he never made it. The 2016 documentary "Manchild" details the highs and lows of his journey, and earlier this week Cotton's foundation Academy of Ideas hosted a screening in his hometown of San Pedro aboard the USS Iowa. Fellow South Bay native Jaime Maggio helped MC the event
El Segundo's Estela Rivas-Bryant has been nominated for the NHL's Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award for her work with The Empowerment Effect, a local hockey group dedicated to teaching young girls the game
The 18th hole at Chino Hills' Los Serranos Country Club is a challenge no matter where you tee off from. Course pro Andrew Kramer, whose family has owned the course for over 60 years, helps us play through the hole with success
Former USC All-American Shaun Cody & his brother Paul run Pie Trap Pizza on Arrow Hwy in Covina. Chris Hayre stopped by to catch up and try some pizza!
Walton starred for UCLA during his college playing days under legendary coach John Wooden, where he won two NCAA Championships.
Taylor Ward hit a two-run homer, Nolan Schanuel also went deep and the Los Angeles Angels beat the skidding Athletics 4-3 on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series.
Brandon Pfaadt became the first seven-game winner in the majors and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5.
Marco Reus scored two goals for the LA Galaxy in a 2-2 tie with Los Angeles FC in the 20th playing of El Tráfico in the MLS regular season.
Scottie Scheffler has won the PGA Championship for his third major title.
Travis d'Arnaud broke an eighth-inning tie with his first home run of the season, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Dodgers 6-4 for their first three-game Freeway Series sweep since 2010.
Chris Taylor was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers to clear a roster spot for utilityman Tommy Edman, who was activated off the injured list and was in the starting lineup for the series finale against the Los Angeles Angels.
Logan O'Hoppe, Taylor Ward and Mathew Lugo homered and the Los Angeles Angels spoiled Clayton Kershaw's season debut, beating the Dodgers 11-9 on Saturday night to take the first two games of the three-game series.
After finishing as runner-up at the Kentucky Derby earlier this month, the heavy-favorite Journalism earned a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Preakness Stakes.
Jack Kochanowicz tossed one-run ball over 6 2/3 innings, Yoán Moncada hit a two-run homer and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 in the Freeway Series opener Friday night.
Kelsey Plum scored 26 of her 37 points in the second half and the Los Angeles Sparks spoiled the first game in Golden State Valkyries history with an 84-67 victory Friday night.
Head coach Greg Vanney has been given a multi-year contract extension by the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy despite their 13-game winless skid to start the new season.
Authorities say former major league shortstop Rafael Furcal threw rocks at another man during a road rage incident last month in South Florida.
FIFA has given Los Angeles FC a home game against Mexico's América on May 31 in its Club World Cup qualification playoff.
Shohei Ohtani homered twice and drove in six runs on his bobblehead night, and the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Athletics 19-2 on Thursday night to remain unbeaten in their last six series.
The city of Fullerton has canceled its New Year's Eve celebrations due to forecasted rain and high winds expected as the city rings in 2026.
LAPD investigators say that the child and a dog were both found abandoned inside of a car connected to an attempted auto theft in Highland Park on Sunday morning.
Authorities in Mexico have seized a large collection of motorcycles believed to be owned by Ryan Wedding, the former Olympian wanted for allegedly running a major drug trafficking operation.
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Drivers were advised to instead use SR-23 to avoid the closure.
LAPD investigators say that the child and a dog were both found abandoned inside of a car connected to an attempted auto theft in Highland Park on Sunday morning.
Drivers were advised to instead use SR-23 to avoid the closure.
"I'm here sharing the statement today because the life of our beautiful 18-year-old son, Braun Levi, brutally and senselessly ended in a preventable tragedy," Jennifer Levi said.
The Monday crash involving the inmate transfer van occurred around 8:50 a.m. on the northbound 5 Freeway south of Paxton Street.
Winds are expected to weaken by Tuesday before another rainstorm off the coast of Mexico develops on Wednesday.
The city of Fullerton has canceled its New Year's Eve celebrations due to forecasted rain and high winds expected as the city rings in 2026.
Rock music legend Sammy Hagar has donated $10,000 to a 12-year-old boy who was injured when a helicopter crashed on him in Huntington Beach in October.
It happened at around 10:23 p.m. on Saturday near S. Gilbert Street and Carol Drive, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
Police say that the shooting stemmed from a fight at a party on Friday night.
Southern California air quality regulators extended a no-burn alert for much of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
A San Bernardino County resident is recounting the intense moments that he watched his neighbor get rescued from their home by helicopter when it was overcome with flooding waters during the recent winter storm.
The driver was the only passenger in the car, deputies said.
Deputies arrested a 51-year-old man in connection with the 2006 shooting in Highgrove, according to a news release from the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Five people, including two children, were injured in a two-car crash that happened after a large boulder fell onto Highway 18 near Big Bear Lake on Friday night.
Highway 2 leading into Wrightwood is washed out due to flooding, with evacuation and safety warnings in place as crews work to get the situation in the area under control, according to San Bernardino County Fire.
Authorities in Mexico have seized a large collection of motorcycles believed to be owned by Ryan Wedding, the former Olympian wanted for allegedly running a major drug trafficking operation.
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Luka Doncic scored 34, LeBron James had 24 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped their three-game losing streak with a 125-101 win over the Sacramento Kings.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year – from musicians and storytellers, to activists and statesmen – who touched us with their creativity and humanity.
Since 1907, New Yorkers have marked the New Year with the ceremonial dropping of a huge ball in Times Square. Now, a brand-new ball, covered with more than 5,000 handcrafted Waterford Crystal discs, will help ring in 2026.
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
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.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Jason Robertson had two goals and an assist, and the Dallas Stars beat the Anaheim Ducks 8-3 for their third straight win.
The Miami Marlins have acquired outfielder Esteury Ruiz from the Los Angeles Dodgers in a trade for minor league right-hander Adriano Marrero.
Andrew Heaney has announced his retirement from Major League Baseball after 12 seasons, including a 2023 World Series Championship. He pitched for the Marlins, Angels, Dodgers, Pirates and Yankees over the course of his career.
Londynn Jones scored all 13 of her points in a pivotal third quarter to help No. 17 Southern California rally for a 74-66 victory over previously unbeaten Nebraska in Big Ten Conference play.
Kawhi Leonard scored a career-high 55 points, James Harden added 28 and the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to a season-high four games with a 112-99 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Rock music legend Sammy Hagar has donated $10,000 to a 12-year-old boy who was injured when a helicopter crashed on him in Huntington Beach in October.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
Rina Nakano introduces a local veterinarian who is hoping to inspire the next generation of students to consider becoming large animal vets through her free six-month educational internship for high schoolers.
LAPD investigators say that the boy and a dog were both found abandoned inside of a car connected to an attempted auto theft in Highland Park on Sunday afternoon.
Michele Gile takes a look at the changes coming for the Medi-Cal program in 2026, including undocumented beneficiaries and low-income families.
Luzdelia Caballero takes a look at the ongoing Rose Parade float decoration taking place with just days until the big day, despite uncharacteristic rains in the forecast for New Year's Day.
Joy Benedict reports from Lytle Creek, where residents are busy trying to dig out of the mess left by a powerful winter storm that caused flooding and debris flows, damaging dozens of homes over the Christmas holiday.
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.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
