QUICK TAKES - Sept. 29, 2009

Conan returns: Conan O’Brien returned to “The Tonight Show” on Monday after missing Friday’s episode because he hit his head during a stunt accident and went to the hospital to be checked out. A “Tonight Show” rerun aired instead of the planned episode.

“Kite” grounded: Khaled Hosseini, author of “The Kite Runner,” has canceled an appearance at UCLA Live on Wednesday night because of what a spokesman described as “a family emergency.” For a ticket refund or exchange, contact the UCLA Central Ticket Office.

“CSI” addition: Omar Miller, who appeared in the films “Miracle at St. Anna” and “8 Mile,” is joining the “CSI: Miami” team, playing an art theft specialist. His first appearance will be Monday.