SpongeBob SquarePants and friends get USPS stamp of approval
SpongeBob SquarePants would, in theory, have little use for stamps. They would get soggy in that pineapple under the sea. Neither would Patrick Star (no…
‘Making America militarized again’: Use of military in U.S. erodes democracy, veteran advocates say
Spouses experiencing health emergencies alone, because their loved ones are serving on the streets of Los Angeles. Troops fatigued by a mission they weren’t prepared…
Lakers agree to terms to bring back Jaxson Hayes
The Lakers and free-agent center Jaxson Hayes have agreed up on a one-year contract for him to return to the team, according to people not…
Angels put Christian Moore on IL, pick up Chad Stevens’ contract
The Angels placed rookie second baseman Christian Moore on the 10-day injured list with a sprained left thumb on Thursday.Moore left the Angels’ 8-3 loss…
Michael Madsen dead: ‘Reservoir Dogs’ actor was 67
Michael Madsen, the actor who was a staple in numerous Quentin Tarantino films including “Kill Bill” and “Reservoir Dogs,” has died. He was 67A spokesperson…
L.A. activist indicted after giving face shields to anti-ICE protesters
A local activist who handed out protective face shields to protesters last month during demonstrations against the Trump administration’s chaotic immigration raids was indicted by…
GOP budget bill would slaughter America’s cleanest, cheapest energy
Masked federal agents are snatching up immigrants. It’s been less than two weeks since the U.S. bombed Iranian nuclear facilities. President Trump’s long-threatened tariffs could…
The Sports Report: Clayton Kershaw reaches 3,000 strikeouts
From Bill Plaschke: The slider was sizzling. The hitter was frozen. The strikeout was roaring.With an 84-mph pitch on the black in the sixth inning…
‘The Last of Us’ co-creator Neil Druckmann leaves HBO series
Neil Druckmann is leaving “The Last of Us.” Druckmann, the co-creator of the hit HBO series and writer of the game on which it is…
Photos: Kershaw’s road to 3,000
The Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw’s road to 3,000 strikeouts started in his very first game, when he struck out Skip Schumaker of the St. Louis Cardinals…
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs verdict: Cassie, 50 Cent, Dawn Richard react
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ high-profile sex trafficking and RICO trial came to a close on Wednesday, prompting a variety of reactions from other musicians, accusers, supporters…
Commentary: Bass defends her turf: ‘Let me be clear: I won’t be intimidated’ by Trump
The president of the United States, who seems to enjoy nothing more than playing the bully, is picking on Los Angeles. But L.A. Mayor Karen…
Want to escape L.A.? California’s BLM land remains wild and often free
One of the most maddening situations that any L.A. outdoors lover can experience is wanting to go camping only to find that every campground within…
‘Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel’ reveals man behind company
American Apparel’s billboards were hard to miss when traversing Los Angeles in the 2000s. The ubiquitous ads for the L.A.-based clothing company featured gritty, amateurish…
Former Vice President Kamala Harris a favorite in governor’s race if she runs, according to new poll
Former Vice President Kamala hasn’t decided whether she will run for California governor next year, but a new poll released Wednesday shows that she would…
California’s film tax credit boost officially signed into law to lure back Hollywood jobs
Nine months ago, Gov. Gavin Newsom pledged to more than double the annual amount of funds allocated to California’s film and television tax credit program.Flanked…
Surprising Venice ADU serves as office, guest suite and movie theater
Barefoot, in shorts and a tropical-themed short-sleeved shirt, Will Burroughs walks through the narrow backyard of his Venice home and passes a football to his…
The Sports Report: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani lead Dodgers to victory
From Benjamin Royer: For the Chicago White Sox, it was not a question of whether Shane Smith was the best pitcher they had to offer…
Frederick M. Nicholas dead: Lawyer shaped MOCA, Disney Concert Hall
Frederick M. Nicholas, a war hero, attorney and real estate developer who shaped several of Los Angeles’ major arts and public service institutions, died peacefully…
Bucks waive star Damian Lillard, land center Myles Turner
Myles Turner has agreed to a four-year deal to join the Milwaukee Bucks, who waived nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard to make the acquisition happen, a…