5 California Things to Know for Today

Your daily look at late-breaking California news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:

1. CHARLES MANSON

Cult leader whose followers killed actress Sharon Tate, six others in 1969 dies at 83.

2. BOY ABDUCTED

Fifteen-month-old allegedly taken by his father to Mexico delivered safely to authorities at border.

3. MAD ROCKET SCIENTIST

Self-taught scientist plans steam-powered launch over California ghost town.

4. AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS

Kelly Clarkson, Pink sing “Everybody Hurts” to honor those affected by year’s tragic events, from hurricanes to hate crimes. .

5. LAKERS-NUGGETS

Lonzo Ball’s triple-double sends Los Angeles past Denver, 127-109.