Friday January 09, 2026

In today's episode, we cover the surf conditions at Venice Beach, where clean one-plus foot waves and light off-shore winds make for ideal morning surfing. As the day progresses, conditions shift to fair with side-shore winds. The Los Angeles Rams prepare to face the Carolina Panthers in the NFL wild-card playoffs, a rematch from Week 13. Miami's Hurricanes triumph over Ole Miss in the College Football Playoff semifinal, setting the stage for a national championship showdown. Altadena residents celebrate as a large black bear vacates a local crawlspace, with wildlife officials offering prevention tips. In tech news, CES 2026 showcases futuristic innovations like bendable screens and AI-driven gadgets. The U.S. exits the Green Climate Fund, impacting global climate initiatives. In business, Bitcoin dips slightl ...