Federal judge denounces President Biden’s pardon, saying he misrepresented son’s criminal case
The judge who presided over Hunter Biden’s federal tax case in Los Angeles rebuked President Biden on Tuesday for pardoning his son this week, saying…
Lee Ramer, former L.A. Cultural Affairs leader, dies at 90
Lee Ramer, a longtime Los Angeles arts leader and early champion of L.A. as a cultural capital, died at home Sunday, her family said. She…
Democrats flip Central Valley seat in nation’s final Congressional race
Democrats claimed the final congressional seat in the 2024 election cycle Tuesday as Merced Democrat Adam Gray ousted Republican incumbent Rep. John Duarte in a…
How the signing of Blake Snell became Dodgers’ latest financial flex
In the right-field Stadium Club at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday afternoon, where dozens of media members gathered for yet another introductory news conference welcoming a…
Secret Service agent fired at suspects outside Janet Yellen’s house in Washington
WASHINGTON — An investigation is underway after a Secret Service agent working on protective assignment outside Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen’s house fired a weapon following…
Nathan Hochman to be sworn in by Schwarzenegger as L.A. County D.A.
Nathan Hochman will begin his term as Los Angeles County’s district attorney Tuesday, taking office after promising to restore balance to a criminal justice system…
Jonas Thurman is Chaminade’s leader and big-time scorer
To say that four-year varsity basketball player Jonas Thurman has had a great seven-game start for unbeaten Chaminade would be an understatement.Last week the 6-foot-3…
Biden is running out of time to lock in climate action
In the final weeks before President Biden leaves office, federal officials and climate advocates are scrambling to secure as much progress as they can before…
The Sports Report: Lakers just can’t score in loss to Minnesota
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…
The Sports Report: What a day — Rams, Chargers, Lakers, Clippers, UCLA women and Ducks win
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…
Lakers score fewest points in LeBron era in loss to Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — LeBron James shrugged. He rolled his eyes. He complained to the refs. He hung his head.There was no discretion Monday in Minnesota — everything…
Francesca Eastwood won’t be charged with domestic violence, D.A. says
Francesca Eastwood, daughter of Oscar-winning actor-director Clint Eastwood, will avoid criminal charges following her October arrest on suspicion of domestic violence, the Los Angeles district…
Were Hunter Biden’s charges politically motivated? Here are the facts
In announcing that he was pardoning his son Hunter in two federal cases, President Biden said the criminal charges “came about only after several of…
Give the gift of homemade arts and crafts this holiday season
It’s December and the holidays are in full swing — as is the relentless consumerism, which always fills me with unease. The way I’m expected…
Prep Rally: Is the state’s Open Division football title game viable for the future?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. The football championships have been won. Now it’s time to begin…
Cher’s rise to stardom and rocky romance with Sonny Bono come into focus in new memoir
On the shelf Cher: The Memoir, Part One Dey Street Books, 432 pages, $31If you buy books linked on our site, The Times may earn…
Yoga in a pill? Research might bring about prescription calmness
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know to start…
The best new architecture projects in L.A. for 2024
It’s been a weird year, right? But for Los Angeles architecture, it’s been a surprisingly good one. The region’s best projects are as clear and…
Anze Kopitar helps Kings beat Senators for their third straight win
Anze Kopitar, Trevor Moore and Kevin Fiala each had a goal and an assist, and the Kings beat the Ottawa Senators 5-2 on Saturday night…
Inside the Italian food warehouse every cook should know
Beatrice Ughi’s Italian connection. Plus, obsessing over chicken rice, how to use extra pumpkin filling, where chefs eat on their night off and how food…