Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director
WASHINGTON — The White House has withdrawn the nomination of Dr. David Weldon, a former Florida congressman, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The…
The protectors of Santa Monica Bay are caving to Trump’s dangerous demands
Even as many businesses and universities rush to abandon their climate goals, diversity commitments and small-d democratic values for fear of reprisal from an increasingly…
California federal buildings’ fate uncertain in Trump cost-cutting plan
The future of several prominent federal buildings in California that provide resources for broad swaths of the state’s residents is in jeopardy, as the Trump…
Lakers newsletter: What’s going on with all the Lakers’ injuries?
Hey everyone, I’m Dan Woike and welcome to The Times’ latest Lakers Newsletter, a weekly reminder to our most loyal readers that I am not…
Contributor: Should the Dodgers balk at a White House invitation?
In 2019, Mookie Betts, then an outfielder for the Boston Red Sox, refused President Trump’s invitation to visit the White House, along with eight of…
‘Pokémon Go’ sells to Culver City-based Scopely in $3.5 billion deal
Scopely, a Culver City-based mobile game developer and publisher, will acquire the games portfolio of developer Niantic, including “Pokémon Go,” “Pikmin Bloom” and “Monster Hunter…
Maná announces North American ‘Vivir Sin Aire’ tour
Following its historic nomination to the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Maná has announced a new North American tour, Vivir Sin Aire, which…
Chargers bring back linebacker Troy Dye and receiver Jalen Reagor
The Chargers agreed to contract extensions with linebacker Troy Dye and wide receiver Jalen Reagor, the team announced Wednesday.Dye’s deal, as reported by NFL Media,…
The Sports Report: The Dodgers make some roster decisions
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…
Kings win third in a row, move one point back of second in Pacific Division
Phillip Danault and Quinton Byfield scored in the second period and the Kings beat the New York Islanders 4-1 on Tuesday night.Vladislav Gavrikov and Drew…
Ex-Chargers cornerback Kristian Fulton joining Chiefs on 2-year deal
The Chargers hoped to retain much of the squad that Jim Harbaugh called his “favorite ball team,” but two days into the free-agency negotiation period,…
California politicians, neglect rooftop solar at your peril
One point I didn’t make in last week’s column on California’s endless solar infighting: More rooftop solar systems could mean (relatively) less need for sprawling…
The Sports Report: LeBron-less Lakers lose to Nets
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…
Exploring Joan Didion’s L.A. haunts as new books emerge
Joan Didion haunts Los Angeles. In January, as catastrophic fires ripped through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena, Didion’s name became an echo on social media…
DHS expedites process to award two Republican-linked firms part of its $200 million ad campaign
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security skipped a fully competitive bidding process to give two Republican-linked firms the first part of a $200 million television…
With LeBron out, Lakers can’t muster last-gasp comeback vs. Nets
NEW YORK — The frustration was evident early. And it was hard to tell what was bothering the Lakers more on Monday — was it the missed…
John Mulaney returns to late night with Netflix’s ‘Everybody’s Live’
John Mulaney is returning to late-night television after the success of his oddball, one-week-only show “Everybody’s in L.A.” which debuted on Netflix last year.Although he…
Dave Roberts agrees to four-year contract extension with Dodgers
PHOENIX — The season will mark one full decade for Dave Roberts as manager of the Dodgers, a decorated run in which Roberts has led the team…
Supreme Court revives family’s claim to recover Pissarro painting stolen by Nazis
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday revived a family’s claim to recover a painting that had been hung in a Berlin apartment in 1939 and…
Prep Rally: Who will make it to state championship weekend in high school basketball?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s state championship weekend in high school basketball. The regional finals…