Teams to watch in boys’ water polo this season
A year ago, everyone knew which team would be best in Southern Section boys’ water polo — JSerra. It was as certain as the temperature…
Plaschke: LeBron James’ golden Olympics wasted on tarnished Lakers
He carried this country to gold.But he might not be able to carry the Lakers into the playoffs?He was the leader of the team that…
Former Dodger Luis Cruz amazed by Shohei Ohtani’s accomplishments
Whenever he stepped into the batter’s box, the crowd at Dodger Stadium used to chant, “Cruuuuz!” He was a role player on the Dodgers for…
The Sports Report: DeShaun Foster will let his actions do the talking
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Prep Rally: From watching John Elway to riding in an F-16, some memories can’t be beat
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s my 48th year covering high school football in Southern California.…
Hollywood set decorators, production designers seek side gigs
Production designer Dave Blass wrapped his last big project, filming the Paramount+ series “Star Trek: Picard” in Toronto in 2022 before the Writers Guild and…
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones explains why he wants 18-game seasons
Most NFL owners are singularly focused on their franchise. Jerry Jones is different.The Dallas Cowboys are first and foremost to Jones, naturally, but the team’s…
Reality TV workers on cuts to Hollywood jobs and overseas production
For Gretchen Kinder, there’s nothing quite like making reality TV. She worked her way up the ranks over two plus decades from production assistant to…
Sparks fall to Wings when outscored 40-18 in fourth quarter
ARLINGTON, Texas — Arike Ogunbowale had 33 points, Natasha Howard scored 30 and the Dallas Wings stormed back from a 19-point fourth-quarter deficit to stun the…
Angels drop fifth straight game as Blue Jays complete sweep
TORONTO — Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk hit two-run home runs, Kevin Gausman matched a season high by striking out 10 and the Toronto Blue Jays…
The Times’ top 25 high school football rankings
A look at the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland.Rk.; School; Last week; Next game; Previous rank1; MATER DEI (1-0); def. Corona…
Rams inform Ernest Jones he’s free to pursue trade to another team
Rams linebacker Ernest Jones IV could soon be on the move — to another team.The Rams informed Jones and his agents that they are open…
Los Angeles without Langer’s? Owner says he’s considering closing
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Aug. 25. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know…
The risks and costs of operating California’s last nuclear plant
SAN LUIS OBISPO — Under two gargantuan domes of thick concrete and steel that rise along California’s rugged Central Coast, subatomic particles slam into uranium, triggering…
Sondheimer: Looking back on six decades of covering high school football
It’s high school football season No. 48 for someone who loves telling stories about Southern California teenagers making a difference on and off the field.Sitting…
Shohei Ohtani can’t save Dodgers from pitching woes in loss to Rays
Showtime met Sho-Time on Saturday night, the Dodgers honoring several members of the Lakers teams that won five NBA titles from 1980 to ’88 before…
Caeleb Dressel says he hopes to compete at 2028 L.A. Olympics
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Two weeks removed from the Paris Games, gold medal swimmer Caeleb Dressel is already making plans for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic…
Queens of the Stone Age cancels remainder of 2024 shows
Queens of the Stone Age has canceled the remainder of its 2024 shows due to lead singer Josh Homme’s ongoing medical issues.“QOTSA regret to announce…
Garfield, Roosevelt finalizing deal to play at SoFi Stadium on Oct. 25
Garfield and Roosevelt are finalizing plans to play their annual high school football game at SoFi Stadium on Oct. 25, according to individuals from both…
High school football top performers in the Southland
A look at the top performers from high school football games across the Southland on Thursday and Friday nights.RUSHING—Koen Glover, St. Bonaventure: Rushed for 161…