From Trump to Newsom, litigious politicians declare open season on news orgs
Critics of President Trump may have cheered the defamation lawsuit filed by Gov. Gavin Newsom against Fox News for giving the White House a spoonful…
After ‘F1’ speeds off, what’s next for Apple’s film business?
The $145-million global opening of Apple’s “F1 The Movie” came as a relief — both for the iPhone maker itself and theater operators hoping for…
The Sports Report: The Candace Curse lives on with the Sparks
From Bill Plaschke: The Candace Curse struck early.On a day the Sparks retired the jersey of the superstar whose departure has coincided with their five-year…
Inside the L.A. Zoo’s messy $50-million breakup
In 2022, Robert Ellis pledged $200,000 to create a garden in the Los Angeles Zoo’s bird theater.By January, the city of Los Angeles had sued…
Apple Music to open a new studio in Culver City
Apple Music on Monday said it’s opening a three-story studio in Culver City this summer that will have a 4,000-square-foot soundstage for live performances and…
Clippers agree to two-year deal with Brook Lopez
The Clippers got the backup center they have yearned for when Brook Lopez agreed to a two-year, $18-million deal, according to people not authorized to…
Lakers lose Dorian Finney-Smith, sign Jake LaRavia
The Lakers lost a key role player when forward Dorian Finney-Smith agreed to a deal with the Houston Rockets, but they quickly moved onward by…
Nicolas Batum poised to return to Clippers on a two-year deal
Nicolas Batum plans on re-signing with the Clippers on a two-year contract for $11.5 million with a team option for the second season, according to…
John Travolta crashes ‘Grease’ sing-along as Danny Zuko
For “Grease” fans in Los Angeles, recent summer nights had a surprise in store. We’ll tell you more, tell you more. John Travolta, who brought…
Jalen Ramsey traded for Minkah Fitzpatrick in swap for defensive backs
In a swap of former All-Pro defensive backs on Monday, the Pittsburgh Steelers acquired cornerback Jalen Ramsey and tight end Jonnu Smith from the Miami…
Trump Administration sues Mayor Karen Bass, City Council over sanctuary policy
The U.S. Department of Justice sued the city of Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass and City Council members Monday, calling L.A.’s sanctuary city law “illegal”…
Supreme Court turns down claim from L.A. landlords over COVID evictions ban
WASHINGTON — With two conservatives in dissent, the Supreme Court on Monday turned down a property-rights claim from Los Angeles landlords who say they lost millions from…
L.A. County firefighters to receive Pat Tillman Award at ESPYs
In January, as wildfires tore through greater Los Angeles, more than 7,500 emergency personnel mobilized — confronting searing heat and extreme winds, trying to contain…
The Sports Report: LeBron James opts in with the Lakers for $52.6 million
From Broderick Turner: Lakers superstar LeBron James will once again make NBA history by playing in his 23rd NBA season.James exercised his player option for…
LAFC loses in Olivier Giroud’s final game with the team
Emmanuel Sabbi scored on Vancouver’s only shot on goal, Yohei Takaoka made four saves and the Whitecaps spoiled Olivier Giroud’s farewell match with a 1-0…
Glenn Whipp’s Emmy ballot: Read his list of dream nominees
Emmy nominations voting ends tonight at 10 p.m. PT. Still need help with your ballot?I’m Glenn Whipp, columnist for the Los Angeles Times and host…
‘The Enduring Wild’ review: Josh Jackson pays homage to public lands
Book Review The Enduring Wild: A Journey into California’s Public Lands By Josh JacksonHeyday Press: 264 pages, $38If you buy books linked on our site,…
‘CIA Book Club’ review: A gripping look at Cold War subterfuge
Book Review The CIA Book Club: The Secret Mission to Win the Cold War With Forbidden Literature By Charlie EnglishRandom House: 384 pages, $35If you…
Jake Paul beats Julio César Chávez Jr. by unanimous decision
Jake Paul appeared to be taking the biggest risk of his unique boxing career by stepping in the ring with Julio César Chávez Jr., a…
Rick Hurst dead: ‘The Dukes of Hazzard’ actor was 79
Actor Rick Hurst, best known as dim-witted Deputy Cletus Hogg on the TV show “The Dukes of Hazzard,” has died unexpectedly in Los Angeles. He…