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Justin Herbert passes for 2 touchdowns, Chargers score on free kick and rally past Broncos 34-27
Read full article: Justin Herbert passes for 2 touchdowns, Chargers score on free kick and rally past Broncos 34-27Justin Herbert passed for 284 yards and two touchdowns, including a go-ahead 19-yarder to Derius Davis early in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Chargers got closer to wrapping up a playoff spot by rallying past the Denver Broncos 34-27 on Thursday night.
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy says he's committed to change after domestic violence arrest
Read full article: 'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy says he's committed to change after domestic violence arrest“Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make meaningful changes after an arrest on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence.
Paula Abdul settles lawsuit alleging sexual assault by 'American Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe
Read full article: Paula Abdul settles lawsuit alleging sexual assault by 'American Idol' producer Nigel LythgoePaula Abdul and former “American Idol” producer Nigel Lythgoe have agreed to settle a lawsuit in which she alleged he sexually assaulted her in the early 2000s when she was a judge on the show.
OpenAI's Altman will donate $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund
Read full article: OpenAI's Altman will donate $1 million to Trump's inaugural fundOpenAI CEO Sam Altman is planning to make a $1 million personal donation to President-Elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, joining a number of tech companies and executives who are working to improve their relationships the incoming administration.
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence
Read full article: 'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violencePolice say “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence.
Keynote Selena Gomez spotlights prioritizing mental health during Academy Women's Luncheon
Read full article: Keynote Selena Gomez spotlights prioritizing mental health during Academy Women's LuncheonWhile surveying a room packed with Hollywood’s most influential figures, “Emilia Pérez” star Selena Gomez took center stage at the Academy Women’s Luncheon to spotlight a critical issue: Prioritizing mental health and supporting underserved communities often left behind in the conversation.
Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu
Read full article: Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in MalibuThousands of Southern California residents are under evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters battle a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu.
LeBron James misses 1st game this season, sidelined versus Portland due to left foot soreness
Read full article: LeBron James misses 1st game this season, sidelined versus Portland due to left foot sorenessLeBron James will sit out Sunday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers due to left foot soreness, the NBA career scoring leader’s first missed game of the season.
Allen sets NFL mark with 3 TD passes and 3 TD runs, but Stafford's Rams hold off Bills 44-42
Read full article: Allen sets NFL mark with 3 TD passes and 3 TD runs, but Stafford's Rams hold off Bills 44-42The Los Angeles Rams overcame Josh Allen’s record six-touchdown performance to snap the Buffalo Bills’ seven-game winning streak with a 44-42 victory.
Olympics leader Bach talks up working with President-elect Trump toward 2028 Los Angeles Games
Read full article: Olympics leader Bach talks up working with President-elect Trump toward 2028 Los Angeles GamesIOC president Thomas Bach says Olympic leaders are “very confident and relaxed” about working with the incoming Trump administration ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games.
New LAPD chief says he will work to protect immigrants ahead of Trump's plans for mass deportations
Read full article: New LAPD chief says he will work to protect immigrants ahead of Trump's plans for mass deportationsThe new Los Angeles police chief says in an interview with The Associated Press that his department is working with consulate offices for Mexico and other Central American countries to draft a plan to protect immigrants ahead of the Trump administration’s plans for mass deportations.
Signing with Dodgers was really easy decision for 2-time Cy Young winner Blake Snell
Read full article: Signing with Dodgers was really easy decision for 2-time Cy Young winner Blake SnellTwo-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell says it was a really easy decision to sign with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
What happened to Hannah Kobayashi? Police say the Hawaii woman voluntarily disappeared
Read full article: What happened to Hannah Kobayashi? Police say the Hawaii woman voluntarily disappearedPolice say a 30-year-old woman from Hawaii who was reported missing in Los Angeles three weeks ago voluntarily traveled to Mexico.
Jay-Z's 'The Book of Hov' immersive New York exhibit lives up to its name and becomes a book
Read full article: Jay-Z's 'The Book of Hov' immersive New York exhibit lives up to its name and becomes a bookJay-Z’s popular exhibit “The Book of Hov” in New York is about to live up to its name by becoming an actual book sold nationwide.
From Bach to Beyonce, why a church orchestra aims to lift up young musicians of color
Read full article: From Bach to Beyonce, why a church orchestra aims to lift up young musicians of colorThe Black pastor of a multiethnic congregation in Anaheim, California, has started a string orchestra for young musicians of color.
Oil field owner sues California over law that would end its Los Angeles-area operations
Read full article: Oil field owner sues California over law that would end its Los Angeles-area operationsThe owner of an oil field in Los Angeles County is suing the state of California over a law that will require it to stop production and plug its wells or face costly fines.
Democrat Derek Tran defeats GOP Rep. Michelle Steel in Southern California swing House district
Read full article: Democrat Derek Tran defeats GOP Rep. Michelle Steel in Southern California swing House districtDemocrat Derek Tran has defeated two-term Republican U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel in a Southern California House district that was specifically drawn to give Asian Americans a stronger voice on Capitol Hill.
Drake makes another legal move against Universal over Kendrick Lamar diss track 'Not Like Us'
Read full article: Drake makes another legal move against Universal over Kendrick Lamar diss track 'Not Like Us'Drake has taken legal action against Universal Music Group for the second straight day in his feud with fellow hip-hop superstar Kendrick Lamar.
No. 1 UCLA among many top women's teams headed to warm locations for Thanksgiving tournaments
Read full article: No. 1 UCLA among many top women's teams headed to warm locations for Thanksgiving tournamentsUCLA, along with many other of the top teams, are heading to Thanksgiving tournaments in warm locations this week.
Drake alleges Universal falsely inflated popularity of Kendrick Lamar diss track 'Not Like Us'
Read full article: Drake alleges Universal falsely inflated popularity of Kendrick Lamar diss track 'Not Like Us'Drake has begun legal action against Universal Music Group, alleging the company conspired to falsely pump up the popularity of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.”.
Volunteers join a search for a woman from Hawaii missing in LA for weeks as her father is found dead
Read full article: Volunteers join a search for a woman from Hawaii missing in LA for weeks as her father is found deadVolunteers have joined a search for Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old woman from Hawaii who went missing in Los Angeles more than two weeks ago after not making a connecting flight to New York.
Commerce Department to reduce Intel's funding on semiconductors
Read full article: Commerce Department to reduce Intel's funding on semiconductorsThe Biden administration plans on reducing part of Intel’s $8.5 billion in federal funding for computer chip plants around the country, according to three people familiar with the grant who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss private conversations.
Who's No. 1? No. 2 UConn, No. 5 UCLA and No. 6 Notre Dame all have chance at top spot in AP poll
Read full article: Who's No. 1? No. 2 UConn, No. 5 UCLA and No. 6 Notre Dame all have chance at top spot in AP pollA wild weekend in Los Angeles set up for a new No. 1 in The Associated Press women’s basketball poll when it’s released Monday.
UCLA women looking for more after upsetting South Carolina. First win over No. 1 team in 21 tries
Read full article: UCLA women looking for more after upsetting South Carolina. First win over No. 1 team in 21 triesUCLA women's coach Cori Close is preaching perspective after the fifth-ranked Bruins shocked No. 1 South Carolina.
No. 1 South Carolina women stunned by fifth-ranked UCLA 77-62, ending Gamecocks' 43-game win streak
Read full article: No. 1 South Carolina women stunned by fifth-ranked UCLA 77-62, ending Gamecocks' 43-game win streakLondynn Jones scored 15 points and fifth-ranked UCLA stunned No. 1 South Carolina 77-62.
Hidalgo leads No. 6 Notre Dame over JuJu Watkins and third-ranked USC 74-61 in big matchup out West
Read full article: Hidalgo leads No. 6 Notre Dame over JuJu Watkins and third-ranked USC 74-61 in big matchup out WestHannah Hidalgo scored 24 points and No. 6 Notre Dame defeated JuJu Watkins and third-ranked Southern California 74-61 in a marquee matchup on the West Coast.
Actor Jonathan Majors’ ex-girlfriend drops assault and defamation lawsuit against once-rising star
Read full article: Actor Jonathan Majors’ ex-girlfriend drops assault and defamation lawsuit against once-rising starJonathan Majors’ ex-girlfriend has dropped her assault and defamation lawsuit against the once-rising Hollywood star after reaching a settlement.
Shohei Ohtani in early stages of rehab from shoulder surgery and hopes to be ready for opening day
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani in early stages of rehab from shoulder surgery and hopes to be ready for opening dayShohei Ohtani is in the early stages of rehabilitation from left shoulder surgery after the World Series.
Oil company Phillips 66 faces federal charges related to alleged Clean Water Act violations
Read full article: Oil company Phillips 66 faces federal charges related to alleged Clean Water Act violationsOil company Phillips 66 has been federally indicted in connection with alleged violations of the Clean Water Act in California.
US home sales rose in October, notching their first annual gain in more than 3 years
Read full article: US home sales rose in October, notching their first annual gain in more than 3 yearsSales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in October, the first annual gain in more than three years, with home shoppers encouraged by easing rates and a pickup in properties on the market.
Manfred says Tampa area politicians will be given time to sort out Rays' ballpark situation
Read full article: Manfred says Tampa area politicians will be given time to sort out Rays' ballpark situationTampa area politicians will be given time to sort out the Rays’ ballpark situation following Hurricane Milton, and baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said there has been no thought to allowing the team to explore a relocation.
California voters reject measure that would have raised minimum wage to nation-high $18 per hour
Read full article: California voters reject measure that would have raised minimum wage to nation-high $18 per hourCalifornia voters have rejected a measure on the November ballot that would have raised the minimum wage for most workers to $18 an hour.
Betty White Forever: New stamp will honor the much-beloved 'Golden Girls' actor
Read full article: Betty White Forever: New stamp will honor the much-beloved 'Golden Girls' actorThe United States Postal Service might have found a way to unite a nation bitterly divided after this month’s election: It’s releasing a Betty White stamp.
Outside report calls on UCLA to develop clear plans and policies for major protests
Read full article: Outside report calls on UCLA to develop clear plans and policies for major protestsA law enforcement consulting group says the University of California, Los Angeles should develop clear plans and policies, communication lines and decision-making authority for major protests.
LeBron James has third straight triple-double as Lakers rally for 128-123 victory over Grizzlies
Read full article: LeBron James has third straight triple-double as Lakers rally for 128-123 victory over GrizzliesLeBron James had 35 points, 14 assists and 12 rebounds for his third straight triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 128-123 on Wednesday night.
Contained, extinguished and mopping up: Here's what some common wildfire terms mean
Read full article: Contained, extinguished and mopping up: Here's what some common wildfire terms meanWith destructive wildfires burning on both coasts, fire officials might use jargon unfamiliar to residents of states where such big blazes are relatively rare.
Home Depot's Q3 results top Wall Street as pullback in consumer spending eases a bit
Read full article: Home Depot's Q3 results top Wall Street as pullback in consumer spending eases a bitHome Depot continued to deal with a pullback in spending from customers in its fiscal third quarter, but it was less severe than in the past, and its performance beat Wall Street’s expectations.
Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams 23-15 to snap their 3-game skid
Read full article: Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams 23-15 to snap their 3-game skidThe Miami Dolphins snapped their three-game losing streak with a gritty 23-15 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.
Mattel says it 'deeply' regrets misprint on 'Wicked' dolls packaging that links to porn site
Read full article: Mattel says it 'deeply' regrets misprint on 'Wicked' dolls packaging that links to porn siteToy giant Mattel says it “deeply” regrets an error on the packaging of its “Wicked” movie-themed dolls, which mistakenly links toy buyers to a pornographic website.
Fire officials describe harrowing conditions as Southern California wildfire exploded
Read full article: Fire officials describe harrowing conditions as Southern California wildfire explodedAuthorities said firefighters battled fierce, howling winds and rescued people as a fast-moving Southern California wildfire exploded in size.
New LA police chief sworn in as one of the highest-paid chiefs in the US
Read full article: New LA police chief sworn in as one of the highest-paid chiefs in the USFormer Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, who was sworn in as the chief of the Los Angeles Police Department on Friday, will draw one of the highest police chief salaries in the U.S. for a major city.
Thousands ordered to evacuate as powerful wind-fed wildfire burns homes in Southern California
Read full article: Thousands ordered to evacuate as powerful wind-fed wildfire burns homes in Southern CaliforniaCalifornia is being lashed by powerful winds that fed a fast-moving wildfire that destroyed homes and forced hundreds of residents to flee in Ventura County.
Tito Jackson buried at the same cemetery as brother and Jackson 5 bandmate Michael
Read full article: Tito Jackson buried at the same cemetery as brother and Jackson 5 bandmate MichaelTito Jackson has been buried at the same Southern California cemetery as his brother Michael Jackson and father Joe Jackson.
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has surgery to repair labrum tear in shoulder after World Series injury
Read full article: Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani has surgery to repair labrum tear in shoulder after World Series injuryShohei Ohtani had arthroscopic surgery on Tuesday to repair a labrum tear in his left shoulder, following an injury the Los Angeles Dodgers star suffered during Game 2 of the World Series on Oct. 26.
Another round of powerful, dry winds to raise wildfire risk across California
Read full article: Another round of powerful, dry winds to raise wildfire risk across CaliforniaCalifornia is bracing for another round of powerful winds that will cause humidity levels to drop and raise the risk of wildfires in much of the state.
Soto among 13 free agents to receive $21.05 million qualifying offers. Cole staying with Yankees
Read full article: Soto among 13 free agents to receive $21.05 million qualifying offers. Cole staying with YankeesJuan Soto, Corbin Burnes and Willy Adames are among 13 free agents who have received $21.05 million qualifying offers from their former teams.
Shohei Ohtani brings his dog and addresses crowd in English as Dodgers celebrate World Series title
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani brings his dog and addresses crowd in English as Dodgers celebrate World Series titleThe Los Angeles Dodgers have celebrated their eighth World Series championship with a downtown parade and a stadium gathering featuring Shohei Ohtani and other star players.
How immigrants who just became US citizens plan to vote in the 2024 election
Read full article: How immigrants who just became US citizens plan to vote in the 2024 electionAt a recent naturalization ceremony, nine immigrants from countries spanning from Lebanon and Germany to Taiwan and Mexico took their oaths to become American citizens.
'Saturday Night Live' taps comedian-actor Bill Burr and Charli XCX as hosts for after the election
Read full article: 'Saturday Night Live' taps comedian-actor Bill Burr and Charli XCX as hosts for after the electionComedian-actor Bill Burr will host the first post-election “Saturday Night Live” with musical guest guitarist, producer and vocalist Mk.
Los Angeles sees city bus burned, store thefts and rowdy crowds after Dodgers win World Series
Read full article: Los Angeles sees city bus burned, store thefts and rowdy crowds after Dodgers win World SeriesRowdy crowds took to the streets in Los Angeles after the Dodgers won the World Series, setting a city bus on fire, breaking into stores and setting off firecrackers.
Freddie Freeman homers again for Dodgers early in Game 4 to set a pair of World Series records
Read full article: Freddie Freeman homers again for Dodgers early in Game 4 to set a pair of World Series recordsFreddie Freeman broke a pair of World Series records Tuesday night when he homered yet again for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 against the New York Yankees.
Dawn Richard and Spencer Zahn lean into the quiet moments for their new album
Read full article: Dawn Richard and Spencer Zahn lean into the quiet moments for their new albumFormer Danity Kane member Dawn Richard turned to music to process the grief of losing a family member and the stress of having parents in and out of the hospital.
Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died
Read full article: Teri Garr, the offbeat comic actor of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has diedThe quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as “Young Frankenstein” and “Tootsie,” Teri Garr has died.
Freeman and Buehler lead Dodgers past slumping Yankees 4-2 for 3-0 advantage in World Series
Read full article: Freeman and Buehler lead Dodgers past slumping Yankees 4-2 for 3-0 advantage in World SeriesFreddie Freeman homered for the third straight game and Walker Buehler pitched another World Series gem as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees 4-2 for a 3-0 lead in the Fall Classic.
Brian Williams and Amazon are asking election night news-seekers to take a leap of faith with them
Read full article: Brian Williams and Amazon are asking election night news-seekers to take a leap of faith with themFormer NBC News anchor Brian Williams is asking people interested in election night news to take a leap of faith with him.
Slumping star Aaron Judge and Yankees hope to break out when World Series shifts to NY for Game 3
Read full article: Slumping star Aaron Judge and Yankees hope to break out when World Series shifts to NY for Game 3Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees need to start hitting if they’re going to climb back into this World Series.
Yamamoto shuts down Yankees, Freeman homers again as Dodgers win 4-2 for 2-0 World Series lead
Read full article: Yamamoto shuts down Yankees, Freeman homers again as Dodgers win 4-2 for 2-0 World Series leadYoshinobu Yamamoto allowed one hit over 6 1/3 innings, Freddie Freeman homered for the second straight night and the Los Angeles Dodgers hit three early longballs off Carlos Rodón to beat the New York Yankees 4-2 for a 2-0 lead in the World Series.
Shohei Ohtani partially dislocates left shoulder during World Series Game 2, status TBD
Read full article: Shohei Ohtani partially dislocates left shoulder during World Series Game 2, status TBDDodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani partially dislocated his left shoulder during the seventh inning of Saturday’s Game 2 of the World Series against the New York Yankees when he tried to steal second base.
Willing to sacrifice elbow to pitch in World Series, Cortes gives up game-winning grand slam
Read full article: Willing to sacrifice elbow to pitch in World Series, Cortes gives up game-winning grand slamNestor Cortes was so happy to reach the World Series, he was willing to sacrifice his elbow and perhaps millions of dollars.
Redick's plan to give Davis an increased role has led to 2-0 start for Lakers
Read full article: Redick's plan to give Davis an increased role has led to 2-0 start for LakersWhen JJ Redick was hired as the Los Angeles Lakers coach, he said one of his early goals was to make Anthony Davis the offensive hub.
Anthony Davis scores 35 points, the Lakers rally in second half to beat the Suns 123-116
Read full article: Anthony Davis scores 35 points, the Lakers rally in second half to beat the Suns 123-116Anthony Davis scored 35 points, Austin Reaves added 26 and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied to beat the Phoenix Suns 123-116 on Friday night for their first 2-0 start since 2010-11.
Grammy-winning rapper Lil Durk charged with orchestrating 2022 Los Angeles killing
Read full article: Grammy-winning rapper Lil Durk charged with orchestrating 2022 Los Angeles killingGrammy Award-winning rapper Lil Durk has been arrested in Florida on federal charges that he paid for the attempted 2022 revenge killing of rapper Quando Rondo at a Los Angeles gas station.
Erik and Lyle Menendez are a step closer to leaving prison, but freedom won't come quickly
Read full article: Erik and Lyle Menendez are a step closer to leaving prison, but freedom won't come quicklyErik and Lyle Menendez still have a long way to go before they can walk out of prison, even though the Los Angeles County district attorney has recommended their life-without-parole sentence be thrown out and the brothers be resentenced and immediately eligible for parole.
Grammy-winning crooner Jack Jones, known for singing 'The Love Boat' theme song, dies at 86
Read full article: Grammy-winning crooner Jack Jones, known for singing 'The Love Boat' theme song, dies at 86Jack Jones, a Grammy-winning crooner known for "The Love Boat” television show theme song, has died.