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Two weeks after sinking into a murky abyss, the legend of Shohei Ohtani has suddenly come up for air, surfacing powerfully through a thick layer of felonious lies and criminal deceit. It smiles at those who doubted its integrity. It shakes its head at those who questioned its motives. The legend lives. I didn’t quite believe Ohtani recently when he said he knew nothing about an alleged $4.5 million in wire transfers to an illegal bookie. With federal prosecutors announcing Thursday that they have charged translator Ippei Mizuhara with stealing more than $16 million from the Dodgers superstar to pay Mizuhara’s gambling debts, I now believe. (Sixteen million? Are you kidding me?) I didn’t quite believe Ohtani when he recently threw Mizuhara under the bus by saying, “Ippei has been stealing money from my account and has told lies.” With Thursday’s criminal complaint containing allegations of phone conversations in which Mizuhara actually impersonates Ohtani to gain access to the money, I believe. (He actually faked Ohtani’s voice? Are you serious?) After hearing the charges announced in a downtown Los Angeles news conference by E. Martin

Every year, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation bestows an award meant to honor acts of political courage. The criteria include strength of character, sound judgment, decisiveness (“particularly during periods of crisis”) and determination “in the face of adversity.” David Hume Kennerly, a member of the foundation board, had in mind the perfect candidate: Liz Cheney. The former Wyoming lawmaker sacrificed her political career and was effectively excommunicated from the Republican Party for defying President Trump and overseeing the congressional probe into the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection, as well as Trump’s treacherous attempts to overturn the 2020 election. “There was only one human on the planet who should have been getting that award,” Kennerly, who served as White House photographer during the Ford administration, said in an interview. “She checked every box.” But the foundation’s executive committee ignored Kennerly’s recommendation and passed over Cheney — even after others declined the award — citing concerns that, as a possible 2024 presidential candidate, her selection could imperil the group’s tax-exempt status. It’s a fig leaf so thin the merest whisper of a breeze wafts it away. In

Paul Flores, the man convicted of killing Cal Poly freshman Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago, was attacked in prison for the second time, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Flores was attacked Wednesday afternoon inside Pleasant Valley State Prison and the assault is being investigated as an attempted homicide, officials said. Prison staff reported that Flores was stabbed by another inmate in a recreation yard. Officers responded and recovered two “inmate-manufactured weapons” at the scene. Flores was transported to an outside medical facility, but has since returned to prison. His condition is described as “fair.” A suspect has not been identified, but prison staff say the attacker has been placed in restricted housing as the investigation continues. Flores was previously attacked in August 2023, days after arriving at Pleasant Valley, and was hospitalized in serious condition after his throat was slashed by another inmate. The inmate suspected in that attack was later identified as Jason Budrow, the man who made national headlines in 2021 after he strangled serial killer Roger Reece Kibbe, known as the I-5 Strangler who was responsible for

The 2023-24 ski season at Big Bear Mountain Resort was one for the record books. Officials say the recent season is the second-snowiest in the last quarter-century when the resort began formally tracking snowfall at its three mountains. Snow Valley received 199 inches, and both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain received 174 inches, according to the resort’s historical snow tracker. Big Bear Mountain Resort is shown on April 1, 2024, after a weekend of storms dropped more than two feet of snow. (Big Bear Mountain Resort) February proved to be the big difference maker this season. According to resort officials, it was the snowiest February since at least 2000, including one week in particular that created massive snow banks. From Feb. 2 through Feb. 8, Snow Valley received more than eight feet of snow, including 73 inches that took place over a 72-hour period starting Feb. 6. California ski resorts benefiting from wet winter History aside, all good things must come to an end, including this year’s ski and snowboard season. This weekend, Snow Valley and Bear Mountain will officially close for the season; Snow

Can Trump save Mike Johnson’s speakership? – CBS News Watch CBS News Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene continues questioning House Speaker Mike Johnson’s fitness for the job. Could Johnson’s upcoming meeting with former President Donald Trump end the efforts to oust him? Longtime national political correspondent Olivier Knox and Semafor political reporter Kadia Goba join “America Decides” to discuss. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Trump “hush money” trial to begin Monday: What to know – CBS News Watch CBS News Jury selection in former President Donald Trump’s “hush money” trial is set to begin on Monday. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins “America Decides” to preview the proceedings. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Biden campaign goes on the offensive on abortion in Arizona – CBS News Watch CBS News President Biden’s reelection campaign launched a seven-figure ad buy in Arizona focused on abortion rights. The battleground state is grappling with the fallout of the state’s Supreme Court upholding a near-total ban from 1864. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Every year, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation bestows an award meant to honor acts of political courage. The criteria include strength of character, sound judgment, decisiveness (“particularly during periods of crisis”) and determination “in the face of adversity.” David Hume Kennerly, a member of the foundation board, had in mind the perfect candidate: Liz Cheney. The former Wyoming lawmaker sacrificed her political career and was effectively ex-communicated from the Republican Party for defying President Trump and overseeing the congressional probe into the Jan. 6 insurrection, as well as Trump’s treacherous attempts to overturn the 2020 election. “There was only one human on the planet who should have been getting that award,” Kennerly, who served as White House photographer during the Ford administration, said in an interview. “She checked every box.” But the foundation’s executive committee ignored Kennerly’s recommendation and passed over Cheney — even after others declined the award — citing concerns that, as a possible 2024 presidential candidate, her selection could imperil the group’s tax-exempt status. It’s a fig leaf so thin the merest whisper of a breeze wafts it away. In truth

When Japanese interpreter Ippei Mizuhara lost bets, he paid a bookmaker with money allegedly stolen from Shohei Ohtani, a staggering total of more than $16 million — nearly four times what previously had been reported. But when Mizuhara won bets, federal authorities said Thursday, he stashed the cash in an account of his own — evidence that seems to support Ohtani’s claims he was unaware of the gambling. Since news broke that Ohtani accused his interpreter and former right-hand man of a massive theft, questions have lingered about whether the Dodgers superstar was aware of or involved in illegal gambling, which could jeopardize his future in baseball and potentially expose him to criminal charges if he were found to have lied to investigators. At a news conference Thursday, federal law enforcement officials unveiled the findings of their investigation and repeatedly described Ohtani as a victim. E. Martin Estrada, the U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California, said the probe cleared Ohtani of wrongdoing. The player “cooperated fully,” Estrada said, and “provided digital devices and personal information.” He said he expects Ohtani, who is in

AUGUSTA, Ga. —  The professional golf world is bumping along down two separate paths, the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, and those have converged at the Masters. This is the first time since last year’s U.S. Open that all of the game’s best players have convened to compete against each other. Noticing that, two-time Masters winner Tom Watson felt the urge to say something about it this week at the annual Champions Dinner, which was honoring defending champion Jon Rahm, who since has defected to the LIV tour. “We were sitting down and we were having great stories about [late Masters champion] Seve Ballesteros and people were laughing and talking,” Watson said Thursday, after opening tee times were pushed back an hour for inclement weather. Watson and fellow legends Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player participated in the traditional start to the tournament, hitting their ceremonial tee shots on No. 1. At the dinner on Tuesday night, Watson wanted to say a few words, so he asked Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley if that would be OK. Ridley said, “Please do.” “I got up and said, ‘I’m

I can’t say I’ve spent much time thinking about O.J. Simpson over most of the last three decades. But hearing Thursday that he died of cancer reminded me of two conversations that I’ve had about him in the last six months. The first one was with a Black man who worked in Los Angeles city government in 1995 — the year the once-celebrated football star and actor was infamously acquitted in the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman. When the verdict was delivered, the Black man told me he and his co-workers were glued to the TV, just like everyone else in America. He recounted calmly and quietly walking outside, looking to make sure no one was around and then cheering. “I didn’t want to scare all the white people,” he told me. I understood. It’s not that he necessarily believed Simpson was innocent. In fact, that was beside the point. He was just happy that, at last, after the explosive fallout of a jury acquitting the white LAPD officers who beat Rodney King, a Black man had finally

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is getting closer to procuring trains for what it says is the nation’s first high-speed rail system. This week, the Authority’s Board of Directors approved the release of a “Request for Proposals,” which will clear the way for two pre-selected manufacturers to make their pitches to be the firm chosen for building and delivering the trains. The Authority began screening and evaluating candidates last August. In January, the authority released its shortlist of possible vendors, which included Siemens Mobility and Alstom Transportation. Both companies have deep ties and previous success in California’s transit systems. Germany-based Siemens has been building trains in Northern California since the 1980s and its U.S. headquarters for rolling stock is located in Sacramento. Full manufacturing, including design, engineering, testing and assembly is all done at its 710,000-square-foot facility in Sacramento, which employs about 2,500 people, the company says. A Brightline train in Miami, Florida, US, on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024. (Getty Images Siemens has built trains for Amtrak, as well as the trains used in Florida for Brightline, the company that is building the Southern California-to-Las

The Disneyland Resort has announced a slate of new food, drinks and novelties to celebrate Pixar Fest, a celebration of all things Pixar. On Thursday, “The Happiest Place on Earth” released new details on the food, ranging from ice cream and churros to potato dogs and burgers, and more that guests can expect at the months-long event. New food festival, parade coming to the Disneyland Resort for Pixar Fest New food and beverage highlights that will be available at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure include: • The Rivera Family Huarache inspired by “Coco: Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante• Fergus Fizz inspired by “Brave”: Red Rose Taverne• BBQ Potato Dog inspired by “Toy Story”: Refreshment Corner• Pineapple Coconut Float inspired by “Lava”: The Tropical Hideaway• “There’s a Snake on my Funnel Cake!” Inspired by “Toy Story”: Stage Door Café• Fire town Mac & Cheese Bites inspired by “Elemental”: Troubadour Tavern• Mixed Emotions Popcorn inspired by “Inside Out”: Troubadour Tavern• Birria Pizza inspired by “Coco”: Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta• Dinoco Blue Cheeseburger inspired by “Cars”: Flo’s V8 Café• Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie inspired by “The Incredibles”: Jack-Jack Cookie Num

“If it doesn’t fit, you must acquit.” -Johnnie Cochran That quote from the closing arguments in the murder trial of NFL star O.J. Simpson is among the most famous words ever uttered in a courtroom. Some thirty years later, the very gloves at the center of the slayings of Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman remain carefully preserved and guarded at the offices of the Los Angeles County District Attorney. Why? While the case against Orenthal James Simpson may have been closed with his acquittal in criminal court, the question of who murdered Nicole Brown and Ronald Goldman, at least in the eyes of the law, officially remains open. Because of that, boxes and boxes of evidence have been carefully preserved by prosecutors in case they are ever needed in the future, including those notorious gloves. 10 things to remember about O.J. Simpson Last summer, we contacted the D.A.’s office about viewing some of the key evidence in the Simpson case and received this response. At the time, we were told by the DA’s office: the “LADA is concerned about the physical breakdown and/or degrading of

Relief bill released to fund reconstruction of Baltimore bridge – CBS News Watch CBS News Lawmakers presented a bill Thursday that would provide federal funds for recovery and reconstruction efforts in Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down the bill’s objectives. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

By Kate Gibson Edited By Alain Sherter Updated on: April 11, 2024 / 5:53 PM EDT / CBS News U.S. agencies open generic drug shortage inquiry U.S. agencies open generic drug shortage inquiry 00:31 A growing number of drugs are in short supply around the U.S., according to pharmacists.  In the first three months of the year, there were 323 active medication shortages, surpassing the previous high of 320 shortages in 2014, according to a survey by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and Utah Drug Information Service. It also amounts to the most shortages since the trade group started keeping track in 2001. “All drug classes are vulnerable to shortages. Some of the most worrying shortages involve generic sterile injectable medications, including cancer chemotherapy drugs and emergency medications stored in hospital crash carts and procedural areas,” ASHP said in a statement.  FDA warns about Adderall, albuterol shortages 02:16 Adderall, which is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is among the medications that are hardest to track down . The Drug Enforcement Administration said last fall that more than a dozen manufacturers planned to