Where to eat this 4th of July weekend? Our critic has suggestions
However you might be feeling about the state of our country this long holiday weekend (me: angry, troubled, resolute in staying aligned with the progressive…
‘Nobu’ review: Less about the sushi master, more about a sexy global brand
p]:text-cms-story-body-color-text clearfix"> It takes a little over an hour for “Nobu” to marinate long enough to approach a point of complexity, not exactly bitter but…
Hundreds rally against immigration raids, budget bill in downtown L.A.
Lawrence Herrera started carrying a folded-up copy of his birth certificate in his wallet last week. He also saved a picture of his passport on…
Clayton Kershaw reaches 3,000 career strikeouts against White Sox
When Clayton Kershaw made his major league debut as a gangly 20-year-old with a devastating curveball, he was considered a one-in-a-million talent.On Wednesday he entered…
Dodger Kiké Hernández honored in new North Hollywood mural
Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernández was not born and raised in Los Angeles.A North Hollywood mural seemingly inspired by the San Juan, Puerto Rico, native’s…
Reflecting on America for the Fourth, plus the week’s best movies
Hello! I’m Mark Olsen. Welcome to another edition of your regular field guide to a world of Only Good Movies.Our colleagues at De Los ran…
Trump and the arts, so far: L.A. arts and culture this weekend
It’s July 4, and the country is gearing up to celebrate 249 years of independence from British rule with fireworks, beer and hot dogs. The…
The Sports Report: Max Muncy out six weeks with bone bruise in left knee
From Kevin Baxter: The Dodgers will be without Max Muncy for approximately six weeks after the third baseman was placed on the injured list Thursday…
South Korea celebrates the transformative power of ‘Squid Game’
SEOUL — The third and final season of Netflix’s “Squid Game” broke viewership records on the streaming platform following its release on June 27, marking a fitting…
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Patrick Ta
Celebrity makeup artist and entrepreneur Patrick Ta admits that he is constantly falling in and out of love with Los Angeles — the place he’s…
Dr. Phil’s TV network files for bankruptcy and sues distribution partner
Merit Street Media, the TV network launched last year by talk show host Phil McGraw, has filed for bankruptcy protection from creditors and is suing…
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…