Vanessa Bryant describes struggle to accept deaths of Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna

Vanessa Bryant poured her heart out Monday, saying she is struggling to cope with the deaths of her husband -- Laker legend Kobe Bryant -- and their 13-year-old daughter Gianna, but offering continued prayers for victims of the Calabasas helicopter crash that killed them and seven others.

Spike Lee wears Kobe Bryant tribute to Oscars

The Latest on the 92nd Academy Awards, which are being bestowed Sunday at the Dolby Theatre (all times local):

Robert Conrad, star of "The Wild, Wild West," dies at 84

Robert Conrad, the rugged, contentious actor who starred in the hugely popular 1960s television series "Hawaiian Eye" and "The Wild, Wild West," has died. He was 84.  

Veteran actor Orson Bean killed by vehicle in Venice

Veteran actor Orson Bean is being remembered on Saturday after he was struck and killed by vehicles while walking in Venice on Friday night.

White shark named after Kobe Bryant

Who knew Kobe Bryant was interested in sharks? Let alone that he actually got in the ocean water, with possibly the most feared type – white sharks!

Preliminary report reveals no engine failure in deadly Kobe Bryant helicopter crash

Federal investigators say wreckage from the helicopter that crashed last month and killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others did not show any evidence of engine failure, according to a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board released Friday.

Little ‘Elsa’ finally has the ‘Frozen’ performance she always wanted

A young girl from Texas is a big fan of the Disney movie, “Frozen,” and she wasn’t going to let her love for her favorite character go.

Gov. Abbott working to override Austin homeless camping ordinance

Gov. Greg Abbott is currently working on legislation for a statewide camping ban proposal, in direct response to Austin's homeless situation.

Timeline of helicopter flight that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant, 8 others

A timeline of the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and eight others in Southern California on Jan. 26. All times are approximate:

Report: Trump hotels bill Secret Service at rates as high as $650 per night

Those close to the Trump administration claim the U.S. Secret Service only pays minimal rates to use Trump Organization properties. But documents show the security force is being billed much higher, The Washington Post reported.

Staples Center to host public memorial for Kobe and Gianna Bryant, 7 other helicopter crash victims

A public memorial for Kobe and Gianna Bryant, along with the seven other victims who died in a helicopter crash on a mountainside in Calabasas, will be held at Staples Center on Feb. 24.

Vanessa Bryant remembers Kobe, Gigi in latest heartbreaking Instagram posts

Vanessa Bryant posted a tribute to her late daughter Gianna 'Gigi' and husband Kobe Bryant in a series of heartbreaking posts this week on Instagram.

President Donald Trump to visit Charlotte Friday

The President will be in Charlotte on Friday for an event called "North Carolina Opportunity Now," which is in partnership with the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

DNC calls for a 'recanvass' of Iowa caucus results after delays

The chairman of the Democratic National Committee called for the recanvass in order to “assure public confidence in the results.”

Trump courts black voters, but opposition remains deep

Trump went out of his way to reach out to black voters during his speech Tuesday, touting several initiatives ahead of the November election. But recent polls paint a bleak picture for Trump with black voters.

Impeachment trial: Split Senate votes to acquit Trump on abuse of power, obstruction of Congress

A majority of senators expressed unease with Trump's pressure campaign on Ukraine that resulted in the two articles of impeachment. But the final tallies — 52-48 favoring acquittal of abuse of power, 53-47 of obstruction of Congress' investigation — fell short.