With ‘Ridin’,’ Cuco delivers a neo-Chicano soul instant classic
By the time Cuco arrived at Dodger Stadium on a recent Tuesday evening, thousands of fans were already lined up outside the venue’s gates, waiting…
For ‘Life of Chuck,’ TIFF-to-Oscars journey could be a long march
If a movie inspires you to get up in the middle of a Koreatown steakhouse and do the robot with your waiter, isn’t that worthy…
NBA Finals: Tyrese Haliburton lifts Pacers over Thunder in Game 1
OKLAHOMA CITY — Tyrese Haliburton and the never-say-die Indiana Pacers pulled off yet another last-second comeback, this time on the NBA’s biggest stage.Haliburton’s 21-foot jumper with 0.3…
3 campgrounds near L.A. where you can start the morning with a hike
Even though I’m technically a “professional” hiker, I do not excel at arriving to trailheads early. Unless I’m camping. Camping removes all distractions and simplifies…
St. John Bosco’s Jack Champlin is closer extraordinaire in playoffs
If there were an MVP of the Southern Section baseball playoffs, Jack Champlin of St. John Bosco High would be the runaway winner.In 8 1/3…
Leon Draisaitl’s overtime goal lifts Edmonton over Florida in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
EDMONTON, Canada — Leon Draisaitl scored on the power play in overtime, Stuart Skinner made 29 saves and the Edmonton Oilers erased a multigoal deficit to beat…
Why Clayton Kershaw can still be a key part of Dodgers rotation
Before anything, Clayton Kershaw has to believe. Before he can snap off curveballs the way he used to, before he can be a dependable member…
HBO’s ‘Mountainhead,’ cast enter the 2025 Emmy race
“Mountainhead,” a satirical skewering of tech oligarchs from “Succession” showrunner Jesse Armstrong, arrived this weekend, dropping on the final day of this year’s Emmy eligibility…
Yelling and cursing galore as California Democrats gather
It’s not easy being a Democrat in these Trumpian times, as each day brings fresh tales of conquest and pillage.Still, despite all that, 4,000 stiff-upper-lipped…
Granada Hills finally beats Carson to win City softball title
Addison Moorman could finally breathe. The senior pitcher couldn’t hold her emotions back. Tears rolled down her cheeks as she embraced her teammates on Cal…
‘Destination X’ EP on the Jeffrey Dean Morgan-hosted reality series
Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone in need of a European getaway on a budget.If you’re not taking a big summer trip this…
Carlos Vela, LAFC and Mexico star, retires from professional soccer
I still remember the goal that made me feel lucky for living in Los Angeles during the era of Carlos Vela.It was a cool Wednesday…
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Felix Mallard
What Felix Mallard has grown to appreciate about living in L.A. is that there’s a pocket of town to match every vibe — even if…
‘Uvalde Mom’ director Anayansi Prado discusses her moving documentary
Three years ago, an armed young man entered Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, and killed 19 students and two teachers. Hundreds of law enforcement…
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…
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…
Caleb Williams explains why he tried to avoid the Bears
In something of a grand gesture, Caleb Williams stood at a lectern Wednesday to explain that excerpts from an upcoming book were old news. A…
Cannes: Watch for Jafar Panahi, ‘Sentimental Value’ at Oscars
After reading about these California beaches, can you blame me for thinking about the south of France right about now? And, you know, the movies…
UCLA beats South Carolina, reaches Women’s College World Series
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Oklahoma City bound.UCLA softball is heading to its 33rd Women’s College World Series after rallying from a game down to win the Columbia Super…
Emmys: 7 drama contenders on fame, online controversy and more
Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton, who plays chain-smoking crisis manager Tommy Norris in Taylor Sheridan’s latest hit “Landman,” seems like a guy who can’t…