Category: Los Angeles

Several players and members of the Los Angeles Chargers traveling party experienced everybody’s worst nightmare on Friday night when an elevator broke down in a Dallas-area hotel, the team said. In a post to X, formerly Twitter, the Chargers said the incident took place around 7:30 p.m. local time in the team’s hotel, before Saturday’s preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys. WFAA in Dallas reported that 15 people were trapped in the elevator. Citing Dallas Fire-Rescue, the report said the team members were stuck in a “blind shaft” between the third and fifteenth floor of The Westin hotel in downtown Dallas. The Chargers said DFR assisted the 15 people one-by-one as they crawled through a ceiling panel and into an adjacent elevator. As of Saturday, it wasn’t clear which players were involved. No one was harmed in the incident.

West Nile cases springing up in U.S. West Nile cases springing up in U.S. 02:33 Dr. Anthony Fauci told CBS News that he is recovering at home after being hospitalized with West Nile virus. Fauci, the former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and a longtime public health official who headed up the United States’ response to the coronavirus pandemic, was hospitalized about ten days ago, he said Saturday. At the time, he was suffering from fever, chills and severe fatigue.  Fauci said he left the hospital three days ago and is expected to make a full recovery at home.  The West Nile virus is primarily spread by mosquitoes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental U.S. and spreads during mosquito season in the summer and fall. Fauci likely contracted the virus from a mosquito bite in his backyard, he said. There are no vaccines to prevent West Nile virus or medicines to treat its symptoms, but most people infected with the disease do not feel sick, according to

Saturday is Aug. 24 — Kobe Bryant Day – and Los Angeles is honoring the late Lakers legend with events across the city.  8/24 commemorates Kobe’s two jersey numbers he wore during his 20-year career with the Lakers. It’s also the day after his birthday; he would have been 46 on Friday.  Among the most prominent of festivities is the 2nd annual Mamba League Invitational, where the most elite high school ballers in the nation will face off against each other.  The girls and boys basketball tournament, which began Friday and was created by Nike, continues into Saturday at L.A. Live, across from the house that Kobe built.  California Angels great Rod Carew, originally from Panama, becomes U.S. citizen “Icons of tomorrow will honor the legacy of the Black Mamba in the most fitting way possible – through competition and never-ending pursuit for betterment,” Nike said.  Games begin at 3 p.m. Saturday, and entry and seating are first come, first served. Tip-off for the final match is scheduled for 8:24 p.m.  The Mamba League Invitational on Aug. 23, 2024. Prefer baseball but still want to

Is a popular food company “greenwashing” its advertisements? – CBS News Watch CBS News Extreme floods and droughts driven by climate change pose a real threat to the future of agriculture. One food company has rolled out advertisements about how it’s helping fix the problem — but experts say the messages may be misleading. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Updated on: August 24, 2024 / 10:52 AM EDT / CBS/AP Suspect sought in Georgia shootings which killed 4 Suspect sought in Georgia shootings which killed 4 00:18 A sheriff’s deputy has died days after he was shot while serving a search warrant in west Georgia, authorities said. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office announced late Friday that Investigator Taylor Bristow died from his injuries from the shooting Tuesday. Bristow was shot and critically wounded while serving a Georgia Bureau of Investigation warrant in a neighborhood in Carrollton, which is about 50 miles southwest of Atlanta. At 11 a.m. local time, a procession will escort Bristow’s body from Grady Memorial Hospital to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s crime lab for an autopsy, according to ANF, a CBS affiliate in Atlanta. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Taylor Bristow. Carroll County Sheriff’s Office “Tonight, we mourn the passing of Investigator Bristow, who has left this earth and gained his heavenly wings,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement posted on Facebook. “He served our community with unwavering passion and dedicated his life to protecting the citizens of Carroll

As is every week of high school football, there are some blowouts, some upsets and some games that come down to the wire and in Week 0 of football on the central coast, all three occurred. Golden West 37 Arroyo Grande 44 (2OT) The defending Mountain League champs began with bang. Led by Sam Wulff and Caleb Clark on the offensive end, the Eagles found a way to make a key stop at the end of the first overtime. Then converted on a 4th and one to get the lead in the second overtime followed by a stop on 4th and one to seal the game. Nipomo 7 Lompoc 30 Consistent quarterback pressure and the Braves’ offense on the ground from both their running backs and two quarterbacks were enough to carry a 13-0 lead at halftime into a well-rounded victory. Lompoc heads to Santa Ynez next week while Nipomo looks to rebound with a home game against Righetti. Mt. Whitney 23 San Luis Obispo 34 Tigers grab their first win of the season during their home opener in a battle between two offensive powerhouses.

A safety issue was reported to the Santa Maria-Bonita Elementary School District this week regarding a woman who attempted to walk away with two students in front of Tunnell Elementary School. The Santa Maria Police Department is currently investigating this case. Increased police presence at Tunnell Elementary School on Friday just one day after a scare on campus. According to officials at Tunnel Elementary School, they reported the incident to the district office at 5 p.m. on Thursday. After the district office was informed of the situation, they immediately contacted the Santa Maria Police Department around 6:30 p.m. that same day. Police are investigating the situation along with school and district administrators. Some parents were shocked to hear about this incident occurring at their childs school. Why are little kids outside at 6 oclock by themselves? Because I was scared, said Veronica Uribe, a Santa Maria resident. But I know that we have a lot of support. My parents pick them up. My mom picked them up, so I’m not scared in that sense for my kids. But I am scared that something like that

A 14-year-old girl who was last seen in Paramount and who authorities say suffers from depression was reported missing Saturday. Jaylah Melanie Jaimes was last seen at 3:45 p.m. Friday on the 14000 block of Downey Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriffs’ Department’s Information Bureau. Jaylah is 5 feet 1inch tall, weighs 110 pounds, has black eyes and black hair. Authorities say she was last seen wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans and has no known destination. Anyone who has seen Jaylah or knows of her whereabouts was asked to call the Lakewood Station’s detective bureau at 562-623-3500. Callers who wish to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 and tips may be sent to lacrimestoppers.org.

Saturday Sessions: Blind Pilot performs “Brave” – CBS News Watch CBS News Blind Pilot, the “crown jewel of Oregon indie folk,” started out in 2006 as a duo before gradually growing to include more members over the years. Things took off from there, with numerous albums and tours until the band took a break in 2016. Now, after nearly a decade off-stage, Blind Pilot is back with their newest album, “In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain.” From that album, here is Blind Pilot with “Brave.” Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Saturday Sessions: Blind Pilot performs “Just A Bird” – CBS News Watch CBS News Blind Pilot, the “crown jewel of Oregon indie folk,” started out in 2006 as a duo before gradually growing to include more members over the years. Things took off from there, with numerous albums and tours until the band took a break in 2016. Now, after nearly a decade off-stage, Blind Pilot is back with their newest album, “In the Shadow of the Holy Mountain.” From that album, here is Blind Pilot with “Just A Bird.” Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Robbers tore through a 7-Eleven in San Pedro during a reported street takeover, stealing thousands of dollars in products and leaving a mess in their wake.  Preliminary information indicates that a large crowd had gathered for a street takeover near the convenience store, located near the corner of Gaffey and 1st streets, around 2 a.m. Saturday morning.  It was reported that the thieves stole more than 1,000 packs of cigarettes and two cash registers that had around $5,000 in cash inside before escaping.  Robbers tore through a 7-Eleven in San Pedro during a reported street takeover on Aug. 24, 2024, stealing thousands of dollars in products and leaving a mess in their wake. (TNLA) Robbers tore through a 7-Eleven in San Pedro during a reported street takeover on Aug. 24, 2024, stealing thousands of dollars in products and leaving a mess in their wake. (TNLA) Robbers tore through a 7-Eleven in San Pedro during a reported street takeover on Aug. 24, 2024, stealing thousands of dollars in products and leaving a mess in their wake. (TNLA) Robbers tore through a 7-Eleven in San Pedro during a reported street

Book Review Foreign Agents By Casey MichelSt. Martin’s Press: 368 pages, $30If you buy books linked on our site, The Times may earn a commission from Bookshop.org, whose fees support independent bookstores. In July, Robert Menendez of New Jersey earned the ignominious distinction of becoming the first sitting U.S. senator to be convicted of having acted as a foreign agent. The federal indictment levied against him alleged that Menendez, then the Democratic chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and his wife accepted hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes, including cash, gold, payments toward a home mortgage, compensation for a low-or-no-show job, a luxury vehicle and “other things of value” in exchange for using his influence to do Egypt’s bidding in Washington. Casey Michel’s lively new book, “Foreign Agents,” unravels the incentives and temptations that have led so many leading American figures to lobby on behalf of foreign governments that plainly do not uphold American values. Menendez does not appear in this story until the afterword, but plenty of other well-known figures — Bill and Hillary Clinton, whose foundation’s donors Michel alleges are “a

Efforts underway to hunt invasive Burmese pythons in Florida – CBS News Watch CBS News Predators are becoming prey in the Florida Everglades as hundreds of hunters descend on the Sunshine State in an effort to catch and kill as many Burmese pythons as possible. The invasive species has wreaked havoc on the Everglades’ ecosystem. While it can feel like a losing battle, biologists say they aren’t giving up on the fight just yet. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Eye Opener: 3 dead after knife attack at German festival – CBS News Watch CBS News Three people are dead and four others seriously hurt after a knife attack at a festival in Germany. Meanwhile, the Taliban is enacting more harsh restrictions on women in Afghanistan. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Eye on America: Nursing home quality concerns, and providing support to family caregivers – CBS News Watch CBS News In California, we look into rising concerns about the quality of care given at nursing homes run by for-profit companies. Then in Arizona, we spotlight a group that’s creating much-needed connections and emotional support to family caregivers. Watch these stories and more on “Eye on America” with host Michelle Miller. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

RFK Jr. endorses Trump as Harris campaign builds on DNC momentum – CBS News Watch CBS News Donald Trump received a key endorsement last night as candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his longshot campaign and threw his support behind the former president at an Arizona rally. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is seeing a surge in polls after the Democratic National Convention this week. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Aug. 24, 2024 4:30 AM PT The way injuries have been mounting for the tissue paper Dodgers this season, maybe they should refrain from the silly wiggle dances when they get their big hits, so nobody gets hurt! Robert Torres Redondo Beach :: I’ve lost track of how many Dodger runners have beat a throw to the bag but ended up out because their foot was up in the air during the tag. Earlier this week it was Mookie Betts at home. Doesn’t anybody teach the hook slide anymore? If you slide to the right side and reach for the bag [or plate] with your left foot, you can keep your foot on the ground since your right leg isn’t under your left. It’s cost them a couple games this year at least. Let’s hope they learn how to do it right before it costs them a critical loss in the postseason. Roger Zuch Tujunga :: The thinking of Miguel Rojas as reported by Mike DiGiovanna (“A stress test in the west might be best”) is logical and could find the battle-tested Dodgers a champion

NASA leaders to decide return plans for Starliner astronauts – CBS News Watch CBS News It’s decision day for NASA as leaders of the space agency meet in Houston today to decide whether Boeing’s Starliner will return to Earth with or without its two astronauts. The spacecraft experienced problems with its propulsion system on its test flight to the International Space Station in June. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Italian prosecutors launch manslaughter investigation into superyacht sinking – CBS News Watch CBS News Prosecutors in Italy say they’ve launched a manslaughter investigation after a superyacht carrying British tech tycoon Mike Lynch sank off the coast of Sicily. Divers on Friday recovered the final missing body, days after the shipwreck. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

CAMPAIGN 2024 (SMITH) – CBS News Watch CBS News Donald Trump received a key endorsement last night as candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his longshot campaign and threw his support behind the former president at an Arizona rally. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is seeing a surge in polls after the Democratic National Convention this week. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

An Orange County man was sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison Friday after admitting he duped three companies out of $3 million for protective gloves that were promised but never delivered during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the 87-month sentence, Christopher John Badsey, 63, of Lake Forest was ordered to pay $1.94 million in restitution after pleading guilty to four counts of wire fraud. In June and July 2020 — when personal protective equipment such as masks, gloves and hand sanitizer were in short supply — Badsey claimed his Irvine-based company, First Defense International Security Services Corp., could provide millions of boxes of nitrile gloves, according to court documents. Badsey entered into contracts to sell gloves to three other companies, court documents say, and required each to deposit around $1 million before they could inspect the promised goods. The companies wired a total of $3.2 million to accounts Badsey, his company or an unnamed co-schemer controlled, according to court documents. However, prosecutors say Badsey didn’t have the gloves, and concocted elaborate excuses whenever his clients inquired about delivery.