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KFMB-TV / CBS 8 was the first television station in San Diego to go on the air when it flipped the switch in 1949. CBS 8 has been a top-rated news station for most of its history, with local weekday and weekend newscasts. KFMB-TV is the only station in the city to have maintained the same network affiliation (CBS) throughout its history. Some famous CBS News 8 alumni include former weather girl Ra

quel Welch, talk-show host Regis Philbin, TV host Sarah Purcell and CNN and former CBS anchor Paula Zahn. KFMB-TV has been home to such anchors as Ray Wilson, Harold Keen, Michael Tuck, Allison Ross and sportscaster Ted Leitner. Other notable KFMB alumni include, Dawn Fratangelo, Marty Levin, Margaret Radford, Susan Lichtman (Taylor), Jim Laslavic, Stan Miller, Pamela Davis, Loren Nancarrow, Denise Yamada, Hal Clement and Larry Himmel, remembered for his comedic role on KFMB-TV’s locally produced “San Diego at Large,” (1985-1988). KFMB-TV / CBS 8 is owned and operated by TEGNA Inc., an innovative media company that serves the greater good of its communities. Across platforms, TEGNA delivers relevant and trusted content by telling empowering stories, conducting impactful investigations and providing innovative and unparalleled solutions for advertisers through TEGNA Marketing Solutions

11/16/2025

Heavy rain in San Diego kept first responders busy, as CHP handled numerous traffic incidents and lifeguards conducted water rescues.

University of San Diego men's soccer clinches a record fourth straight WCC title with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Orego...
11/16/2025

University of San Diego men's soccer clinches a record fourth straight WCC title with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Oregon State. NCAA Tournament awaits!

Yungblud cancels remainder of his world tour due to health concerns but promises to refund ticket holders and "make it u...
11/16/2025

Yungblud cancels remainder of his world tour due to health concerns but promises to refund ticket holders and "make it up" to fans in the future.

Police say the 53-year-old man was cleaning his shotgun when his dog accidentally set it off, shooting him in the lower ...
11/16/2025

Police say the 53-year-old man was cleaning his shotgun when his dog accidentally set it off, shooting him in the lower back.

11/16/2025

Heavy rain in San Diego keeps first responders busy, as CHP handles numerous traffic incidents and lifeguards conduct water rescues.

Heavy rain drenches San Diego, causing traffic incidents and beach advisories. Floodwatch remains in effect to ensure pu...
11/16/2025

Heavy rain drenches San Diego, causing traffic incidents and beach advisories. Floodwatch remains in effect to ensure public safety.

James Pickens Jr. is emphasizing the importance of routine screenings after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
11/15/2025

James Pickens Jr. is emphasizing the importance of routine screenings after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Federal aviation officials expanded their emergency airworthiness directive to include McDonnell Douglas DC-10 aircraft ...
11/15/2025

Federal aviation officials expanded their emergency airworthiness directive to include McDonnell Douglas DC-10 aircraft following the fatal UPS crash in Kentucky.

This mother says the dog that nearly killed her wasn’t a stranger. The 5-year-old mastiff had never shown signs of aggre...
11/15/2025

This mother says the dog that nearly killed her wasn’t a stranger. The 5-year-old mastiff had never shown signs of aggression — until last Friday night.

An Arizona mother warns others after surviving a vicious mastiff attack that left her hospitalized.

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CBS 8 /KFMB-TV was the first television station in San Diego to go on the air when it flipped the switch in 1949. KFMB-TV News, also known as CBS News 8, has been the top-rated news station for most of its history, with local weekday newscasts at 4:30 a.m., 5:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 11:00 p.m. Weekend newscasts air at 5:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 11:00 p.m. KFMB-TV is the only station in the city to have maintained the same network affiliation (CBS) throughout its history. Some famous CBS News 8 alumni include former weather girl Raquel Welch, talk-show host Regis Philbin, TV host Sarah Purcell and CNN and former CBS anchor Paula Zahn. KFMB-TV has been home to such anchors as Ray Wilson, Harold Keen, Michael Tuck, Allison Ross and sportscaster Ted Leitner. Other notable KFMB alumni include, Dawn Fratangelo, Marty Levin, Margaret Radford, Susan Lichtman (Taylor), Jim Laslavic, Stan Miller, Pamela Davis, Loren Nancarrow, Denise Yamada and Hal Clement. Larry Himmel, remembered for his comedic role on KFMB-TV’s locally produced “San Diego at Large,” (1985-1988) continues to offer his quick wit and unique perspective as a member of the CBS News 8 team. KFMB-TV airs top-rated daytime programming including Dr. Phil, Judge Judy, The Price Is Right, Young and the Restless and The Talk. Primetime includes such CBS hits as The Big Bang Theory, Two Broke Girls, CSI, Survivor, NCIS and NCIS: Los Angeles. The Late Show with David Letterman airs late night. KFMB-TV has been home of the San Diego Chargers since 1998, when it secured the local broadcast rights to the preseason games. In addition, KFMB broadcasts Chargers football games as part of the CBS NFL package. KFMB-TV also airs Chargers games that are produced by ESPN and the NFL Network. In 2007, KFMB-TV became the first station to broadcast local news in High Definition.