California appeals Huntington Beach victory on voter ID laws
After losing last month in Orange County Superior Court, the state of California is asking a state appellate court to overturn a Huntington Beach measure…
11 ways for the LGBTQ community and allies to celebrate Pride Month
Pride Month, which officially starts Sunday, is already in full swing and continuing through June with a host of activities and events. (After Long Beach…
Civil rights groups sue to end cash bail system in Riverside County
A cadre of civil rights groups brought a lawsuit late Wednesday challenging Riverside County’s use of cash bail to detain people as they await trial,…
How trails are recovering from the Eaton and Palisades fires
Eaton Canyon and adjacent federal land that burned in the January wildfires in L.A. County will remain closed through 2026 and maybe longer given the…
Democrats urge DHS to reinstate legal status of girl facing deportation
WASHINGTON — Lawmakers this week condemned the Trump administration’s termination of humanitarian protections that have left a 4-year-old girl who is receiving critical medical treatment in Los…
What do the Dodgers and Giants have in common? An iconic ad — for Big Oil
Long before Clayton Kershaw donned No. 22 and Fernando Valenzuela wore No. 34, another number told fans it was time for Dodger baseball: 76.Union Oil…
The Sports Report: Jalen Ramsey rumors swirl around the Rams
From Gary Klein: As the Rams went through organized-team activities on Wednesday, the players on the field were not the most compelling storyline.The distinction belongs…
Lakers will be looking for bargain deals this offseason
Hey, everyone, welcome to the Lakers newsletter, a time for me to write a bunch a basketball items all in service of me trying to…
Cassie welcomes baby boy with Alex Fine amid Diddy trial
Cassie is celebrating a new personal milestone: her baby boy with husband Alex Fine has arrived. The “Me & U” singer on Tuesday gave birth…
CBS allowed to distribute Sony’s ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ ‘Jeopardy!’ during lawsuit appeal
CBS has notched another small victory in its legal battle with Sony Pictures Television, winning an appellate court ruling that allows the network to continue…
Federal trade court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law
WASHINGTON — A federal trade court on Wednesday blocked President Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs on imports under an emergency-powers law. The ruling from a three-judge panel…
Hollywood isn’t ready for AI. These people are diving in anyway
When filmmakers say they’re experimenting with artificial intelligence, that news is typically received online as if they had just declared their allegiance to Skynet.And so…
‘Hacks,’ ‘Forever’ and 6 more Emmy contenders shot in L.A.
There has never been a shortage of TV series that take place in Los Angeles, the longtime hub of the American television industry and its…
The Sports Report: Michael Conforto, Max Muncy lead Dodgers to victory
From Jack Harris: For a few weeks now, the Dodgers have been in the “treading water” portion of their season, trying to work through injuries…
25 fabulous things to do in L.A. to kick off the summer of 2025
From ziplining at Catalina Island to catching a live jazz show on a farm, here are 25 ways kick off your ultimate summer in L.A.…
Deborra-Lee Furness divorces Hugh Jackman two years after separation
“The Wolverine” star Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness are officially going their separate ways two years after announcing an amicable separation.Furness filed the paperwork Friday…
Former Times reporter sues Villanueva, L.A County, alleging 1st Amendment violation
Former Los Angeles Times reporter Maya Lau filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against Los Angeles County, former Sheriff Alex Villanueva, a former undersheriff and a…
LAFC star Carlos Vela retires and becomes first club ambassador
Carlos Vela, the first player signed by LAFC and still the club record-holder in goals, assists, games and minutes played, announced his retirement Tuesday. The…
U.S. gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton arrested on DUI charge
U.S. gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton faces a DUI charge after being arrested earlier this month in Marion County, W.Va. According to Magistrate Court of…
Prep Rally: High school football is changing, but for the better or for the worse?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. Whether you’ve been paying attention or not, high school football is changing. Let’s discuss.Dealing with changes…