The Dodgers’ World Series win has been marred by Justin Turner’s act of selfishness and disappointment, writes columnist Bill Plaschke.
French anti-terrorism prosecutors are investigating a fatal knife attack at a church in the Mediterranean city of Nice.
The high-profile talent manager, who was already facing charges in a series of alleged assaults from 2012 to 2015, was arrested by the LAPD Wednesday.
A divided Los Angeles City Council backed off from a proposal to allow the removal of homeless encampments — if shelter is first offered.
Two lesser-known propositions on California’s statewide ballot — 14 and 24 — deserve voters’ attention. But only Proposition 24 deserves a “yes” vote, columnist George Skelton writes.
Strict ballot deadlines and the unreliable performance of the Postal Service could disenfranchise thousands of voters
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said he personally asked his longtime advisor Rick Jacobs, who has been accused of sexual misconduct, to take a leave.
China has already injected hundreds of thousands of people with experimental COVID-19 vaccines under an “emergency use” program. But that is raising questions about safety and accountability.
Together, the Silverado and Blue Ridge fires have consumed more than 27,000 acres, but destruction to property has been relatively light.
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Texas teens and 20-somethings are voting early in huge numbers. They exemplify a trend around much of the nation, where the youth vote is powering record-setting early balloting.
A month after seven people were shot at an illegal marijuana cultivation site, Riverside County’s worst mass killing in recent memory remains a mystery.
Two families’ struggle for justice reveals the dark truth of Saudi Arabia’s labor system.
After 27 months wrongly jailed in Vietnam for actions to “overthrow” government, Michael Nguyen returns to Orange County, thanking “community” of people who fought for his release.
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In his closing argument, Trump not only pretends that COVID-19 is ending when hospitalizations are getting worse, but he touts his help for Wall Street, although almost half of Americans don’t own stocks.
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Proposition 16: Is bringing back affirmative action what California needs now?
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A $375-million deal with Eli Lilly highlights the role of government in developing a COVID-19 vaccine or treatment. It’s also an example of socialized medicine in action.
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As the Dodgers were winning the World Series, the coronavirus threw a curveball when Justin Turner was pulled in the eighth inning after testing positive.
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If nearly all Americans would wear face masks when they leave their homes, they could save over 100,000 lives by the end of February, a study says.
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Los Angeles Dodgers fans from around the country swarmed Arlington, Texas and witnessed the team win their first World Series in 32 years. And, of course, they celebrated.
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China has already injected hundreds of thousands of people with COVID-19 vaccines under an “emergency use” program. Its broad application has raised questions about safety and accountability, especially since the vaccines have not yet completed clinical trials.
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The Dodgers’ World Series win has been marred by Justin Turner’s act of selfishness and disappointment, writes columnist Bill Plaschke.
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Two families’ struggle for justice reveals the dark truth of Saudi Arabia’s labor system.
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Alice’s Garden, a community farm in Milwaukee’s historically Black neighborhood, gives residents peace, quiet and a place to connect with their own roots.
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The story behind the story of Nepalese workers and modern indentured servitude that has haunted a Times reporter for years.
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A senator mangled vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris’ name at a Trump rally. It wasn’t new for her, or for many more who’ve been made to feel “other.”
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The University of Pittsburgh has acquired the archive of playwright August Wilson, which contains recordings, letters, artwork and poetry.
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Throngs who attended a Trump rally in Nebraska were stranded in freezing weather for hours after before they could get back to their cars.
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L.A.’s best sushi chefs are elevating takeout sushi to new heights during the pandemic.
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Santa Monica Farmers Market regulars adjust to long lines, smaller crowds, fewer farmers and a host of safety rules.
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Fall is the best time for muffins, doughnuts, yeasted fruit cakes and more sweet morning baked goods.
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The moisture from showers and sinks can create an ideal climate for moisture-loving houseplants.
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The historic hotel built in 1926 will serve as a polling center during the 2020 election.
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It’s not too late for procrastinators to spot flashy colors shimmering on the leaves of oak, maple, cottonwood, sycamore and alder trees at lower elevations.
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¿Por qué los Dodgers capturarán su primer título de Serie Mundial desde 1988? Hay una confiabilidad en este equipo que estuvo ausente en años anteriores
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Fotos del Juego 6 de la Serie Mundial entre los Dodgers y los Rays de Tampa Bay en el Globe Life Field en Arlington, Texas
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Votantes de Centro América que huyeron de la guerra ahora perciben como que si sus vidas se anclaran en los tiempos de balas y torturas
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Amid economic upheaval and an ongoing pandemic, Los Angeles is approaching a tragic threshold of violence not seen in a decade.
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As COVID-19 cases spike in the Midwest, President Trump’s struggles on the campaign trail mount.
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Major League Baseball in a statement said Justin Turner refused to adhere to rules when he returned to the field to celebrate the Dodgers winning the World Series
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In his closing argument, Trump not only pretends that COVID-19 is ending when hospitalizations are getting worse, but he touts his help for Wall Street, although almost half of Americans don’t own stocks.
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As lethal as the novel coronavirus has been, a novel influenza could be worse, transmitting even more easily and killing millions more people.
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In an election marked by uncertainties, the signature verification process for mail-in ballots is riddled with vulnerabilities and has never been tested on such a massive scale.
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Bestsellers List Sun., Nov. 1, 2020
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In the early days of the pandemic, L.A. Dance Project began developing a COVID-19 compliant season that evolved into a drive-in dance series.
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Our weekly list of online concerts, streaming theater and virtual art exhibitions includes CAP UCLA and Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival showcases.
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The Major League Baseball season was shortened to 60 games because of the coronavirus pandemic and delivered strong ratings when play began in late July.
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There can be no L.A. Times if it doesn’t reflect our city. This is one part of our commitment to better represent it.
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Out of nearly 80 homicides in Central L.A. through the end of last month, more than half are suspected of being gang-related, and more than 30 involved victims who were experiencing homelessness, according to the LAPD.
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An incident in which Los Angeles police officers helped save a man who they said blew off part of his hands came into sharp focus as the LAPD published footage
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Some of the houses targeted had ‘Trump 2020' signs and flags
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Already a crucial figure in ending one long World Series drought, Dave Roberts and his steady cool exorcised the Dodgers’ demons — and some of his own.
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The Portland Timbers clinched a spot in the playoffs with a 5-2 victory over the LA Galaxy on Wednesday night.
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Los Alamitos had its 28th racing or fatality since the season started on Dec. 27 when quarter horse Hit It Up died on Wednesday morning.
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Kyle Busch won for the first time in 2020 to extend a 16-season streak when he won the NASCAR playoff race at Texas.
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If a medical problem like COVID-19 lands you in the hospital on election day, you can still vote in California and most other states with an emergency ballot.
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The U.S. economy grew at a 33.1% annual rate in the July-September quarter — by far the largest quarterly gain on record — but hasn’t fully recovered.
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Wisconsin’s small towns on the Mississippi River backed Trump in 2016, but a COVID-19 surge is boosting support for Biden in a rural region that twice backed Obama.
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Many mail-in ballots haven’t been returned in Florida, Pennsylvania, Nevada and Michigan. Voters are urged to return them in drop boxes, not the mail.
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Witnesses told investigators that the pilot of a plane that crashed on Oahu’s North Shore, killing all 11 on board, had a history of pushing limits.
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It could be a while before U.S. efforts to develop coronavirus vaccines benefit the developing world. China and Russia are trying to fill the void.
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France announced a full nationwide coronavirus lockdown and German officials imposed a partial four-week lockdown
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People across Poland are vowing to stay off their jobs as part of a nationwide strike called to protest a court ruling on abortion.
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Garden-related events in Southern California for the week starting Oct. 23
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An acre in the suburbs is not a farm of course, laid out within earshot of city hall and the state highway. Yet garden work can be farm work.
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Becoming a single mom by choice seemed insane: I was a public schoolteacher, not a lawyer. I didn’t even have paid maternity leave. How could I afford daycare, diapers and doctor’s appointments? I expected people to think I was crazy, but they were supportive.
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A new website and Instagram account hint at the rapper/entrepreneur’s newest project with Caliva.
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Many small businesses in Southern California are in jeopardy of closing permanently. Three owners explain how they made the hard choice to close.
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The airline industry is promoting new studies that suggest the risk of contracting COVID-19 while flying is low. Let’s take a closer look at the assertions.
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How four small businesses have survived in the COVID age.
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SpaceX’s second astronaut flight has been delayed until mid-November because red lacquer dripped into tiny vent holes in two rocket engines.
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Southwest plans to fill planes starting Dec. 1. Alaska and Delta will block middle seats through Jan. 6
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What you need to know if you plan to take Amtrak to your holiday destination.
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Oahu is hanging loose and fighting the pandemic hard.
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For the 10% of you who said coronavirus would have no impact on your travel plans, available airfares are the feast before the feast.
