The blockbuster fight featured a man who epitomized Mexican boxing and a man who’d be criticized for not being Mexican enough.
Judge James Arguelles and Bradley Benbrook, lawyer for the recall campaign, were attorneys at the same Sacramento law firm before 2010.
Lawmakers warned baby product manufacturers to improve internal safety procedures after sleepers were linked to infant deaths.
Some 3,000 elegant terns fled the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve after the May 12 crash, in the largest egg abandonment scientists who work there can recall.
The federal court ruling tossing out California’s 30-year-old ban on assault weapons reads more like an NRA policy statement than a legal decision.
The low case rate underscores the state’s continued progress toward extinguishing the health crisis a week ahead of its planned reopening.
Investigators are revealing how they found the suspects in the killing of 6-year-old Aiden Leos, which left the Orange County community shocked.
Joe Buscaino’s mayoral campaign launch centered on homelessness. It ended with a homeless woman being arrested in Venice after she pulled out a knife.
The U.S. government recovered millions of dollars in bitcoin paid by Colonial Pipeline to ransomware hackers who locked up its computer system last month.
Meet Essential California’s new author, and hear where newsletter is heading in the future.
As cars cruise through Los Angeles, event participants remember the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943.
From protests and parades to the homes of early gay rights activists, the Southland has played a key role.
ABC’s ‘The Bachelorette’ returns Monday after a season plagued by multiple scandals. How’s everything you need to know before tonight’s premiere.
Porter talks about her political future and where she gets those famous whiteboards.
Activist Gilbert Baker hand-stitched and dyed the original rainbow flag for the 1978 Gay Freedom Parade in San Francisco. A piece of the original fabric was unveiled Friday at the GLBT Historical Society.
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Despite evidence of cognitive issues, ex-NFL safety Toi Cook was denied compensation without explanation. Did a banned practice have something to do with it?
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“Kim’s Convenience” actors Simu Liu and Jean Yoon share their frustrations regarding the series, which just debuted its fifth and final season.
Lakers and Clippers
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After defeating Dallas in Game 7, the Clippers are trying to erase their curse by getting past top-seeded Utah for their first conference finals.
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The Utah Jazz won the season series 2-1, but in January when both teams were at full strength the Clippers won. A first look at the series.
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Facing a salary cap of $112 million and a maximum of five players under contract at that cost, here’s a look at what the Lakers may do this offseason.
Must Reads
After her husband died, Sherril Wells needed a reason to carry on. She found it in tilling the Fresno fields he planted, giving away fresh food to the hungry.
In recent years, the boardwalk has become an open-air clinic for poor residents, people struggling with addiction and those in physical or mental distress.
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More and more children are complaining about bullying after returning to classrooms. Bullies continued to attack on social media even during lockdown.
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Despite slower population growth, we are still speeding toward environmental catastrophe, with greenhouse gas emissions all over the planet rising steadily.
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Why is it so hard to find help for those who are mid-fall? Why do we wait until they hit rock bottom?
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Experts say 20% of work will still be done from home post-pandemic — a shift that could benefit workers and their employers.
Coronavirus: What You Need To Know
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Will Gov. Gavin Newsom’s vaccination incentives work? Plus: We want your feedback on this newsletter.
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The state’s economy will reopen, but ‘the disease has not been extinguished,’ governor says.
Visual Storytelling
Fernando Valenzuela broke camp in 1981 as the Dodgers No. 3 starter. But when Opening Day pitcher Jerry Reuss came down with a calf strain, manager Tommy Lasorda tapped the unheralded 20-year-old rookie to replace him.
More Coverage
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Photos: The road rage killing of 6-year-old Aiden Leos
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Marjorie Leach, 101, is one of those men and women who are at least 100 years old and have survived COVID-19.
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La repercusión de la pandemia en el negocio del cine se reflejó en los débiles índices de audiencia de la noche más importante de Hollywood.
Disney has created a Comic-Con style celebration for its Marvel Avengers that’s relatively grounded in reality. Superheroes, they’re just like us.
Actor Ellie Kemper was called a ‘KKK princess’ for winning a debutante crown back in 1999. Now she has apologized after last week’s online outcry.
The coolheaded co-anchor survived a turbulent decade on NBC’s morning program, which is now adapting to the new TV landscape.
Mariah Carey took exception to published reports of an ‘explosive’ meeting between her and Jay-Z, blasting them on Twitter as made-up falsehoods.
With MLB cracking down on doctoring baseballs, the Dodgers stand to lose a lot if Trevor Bauer’s recent transformation on the mound continues.
Simone Biles’ unmatched skills created little doubt she would win the women’s all-around at the U.S. gymnastics championships. Next up: Summer Games.
As American colleges begin to cut some sports, the effects could be seen on future Olympic medal stands.
Facing a salary cap of $112 million and a maximum of five players under contract at that cost, here’s a look at what the Lakers may do this offseason.
Podcasts
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‘The Trials of Frank Carson’ is a true crime podcast about power, politics and law in California’s Central Valley. Carson was Stanislaus County’s most controversial defense attorney, a wizard with juries and a courtroom brawler with an unapologetically caustic style.
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“Asian Enough” is a podcast about being Asian American, featuring conversations with special guests like Kamala Harris, Sandra Oh and Viet Thanh Nguyen.
Keiko Fujimori, the daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, leads political novice Pedro Castillo for Peru’s presidency in early returns.
Nicaraguan judicial authorities have ordered a potential opposition presidential candidate held for three months while his case is investigated.
Rejected by her family, Zashy Zuley del Cid Velásquez fled her coastal village in 2014, the first of a series of forced displacements across El Salvador.
Three justices said Congress is weighing whether to change the Military Selective Service Act, which requires only men to register for the draft.
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While Chef Keizo Shimamoto is still planning the menu, it’s likely he will offer the Ramen Burger at some point.
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The Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace is open again, along with Wicked Spoon at the Cosmopolitan and the Garden Buffet at South Point. We went to opening night at the Bacchanal Buffet. This is what it was like.
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With L.A. in the yellow tier of COVID-19 reopening, restaurants are booming. Check out these outdoor dining options for sushi, ramen, tacos and more.
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The Clippers kept their NBA championship aspirations alive with a victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 7. Next up, the top-seeded Utah Jazz.
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The COVID-19 changes promised to take effect in California on June 15 are the beginning, not the end, of the effort to return to normality.
EVENTS AND OFFERS
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At parks and other attractions, thousands of jobs are unfilled
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L.A. history: Why are so many doughnut boxes pink?
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A hike is a good excuse to eat a sandwich. A sandwich improves every hike, and in L.A., you can almost always find one not far from the other.
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These trips will take you to priceless places, and our pro tips will help you dig deeper.
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Here is our June guide to the most promising exhibitions across Southern California.
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It’s worth noting that today’s legal weed scene wouldn’t exist without the efforts of LGBTQ activists.
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The Olympic trials for surfing are being held in El Salvador. The seeds for this were planted decades ago by young Californians looking for good waves.
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Anthony Diaz and Kevin Alcaraz’s plant shop has had lines so long since opening last fall that their neighbors sometimes joke that they must be selling something harder than pothos.
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If you’re interested in healing a divided nation and combating inequality, look for inspiration to the cross-cultural cooperation among immigrants groups in Boyle Heights in the first half of the 20th century.
Join the Conversation
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Judge James Arguelles and Bradley Benbrook, lawyer for the recall campaign, were attorneys at the same Sacramento law firm before 2010. According to federal court records, the two served as co-counsel on at least two cases.
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A Swiss Army knife has about as much in common with an AR-15 as a tricycle does with an Indy 500 race car, columnist George Skelton writes.
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When he ran for district attorney, George Gascón promised to review a number of police shootings in which his predecessor declined to bring charges against officers. But the effort is running into roadblocks.
Latest stories
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Donovan, who was acquitted of grand larceny and other charges, had served under President Reagan from 1981 to 1985.
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The Justice Department said federal agents and officers will wear body cameras when serving arrest warrants and conducting raids.
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A dozen female water polo players who accused their former coach of sexual misconduct will split nearly $14 million to settle a lawsuit against USA Water Polo and a California club
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Here are five ways to discover Alaska this summer, but don’t dawdle in planning a trip.
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See Jennifer Lopez in ‘Selena’ or Tom Cruise in ‘Magnolia.’ Or check out a free online screening of the rarely-seen 1933 horror tale ‘Ouanga.’
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Buckskin Gulch began as a hike, became an ordeal and turned into an adventure.
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Your 14 best bets for the weekend: a three-day musical LGBTQ Pride celebration, rooftop comedy showcase, American Ballet Theatre, art walk and more.
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Fix up a trail (on your own or with a group) for National Trails Day. And which L.A. trails are dog friendly?
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Apple kicked off its second annual all-virtual developer conference with a keynote that outlined new updates to its software for iPhones and other devices
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It is possible for schools to reopen safely in places where coronavirus is under control as long as certain steps are taken to mitigate the risks.
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Unprecedented wildfires in Oregon destroyed more than 4,000 homes and raged through more than 1 million acres in a hellish 72 hours last fall.
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Mali’s coup leader solidifies his grip on power in the West African nation after carrying out his second coup d’etat in nine months.
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NBA legend Dwyane Wade just sold his Miami Beach mansion complete with a Miami Heat-themed basketball court for $22 million.
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Anaheim Ducks star Ryan Getzlaf just shelled out $5 million for a scenic Coto de Caza estate with a basketball court and putting green.
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Amazon Chief Executive Jeff Bezos will go to space next month when his company, Blue Origin, launches its first passenger-carrying mission.
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The year 2021 is shaping up to set records for diversity proposals at U.S. company annual meetings.
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Kawhi Leonard was an assist shy of a triple-double, Paul George had 22 points and 10 assists and Clippers role players were big in series’ first home win.
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Kawhi Leonard says he doesn’t think much about Game 7 playoff performances, and the Clippers will try to put the past behind them by beating Dallas.
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Lakers assistant Jason Kidd has surfaced as a leading candidate for coaching vacancies, and Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard wants him in Portland.
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The Lakers’ biggest priority this offseason will be deciding what to do at center, with Marc Gasol under contract for next season, Montrezl Harrell holding a player option and Andre Drummond a free agent.
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Members of L.A. teachers union’s leadership body will vote in September on a resolution that would urge the U.S. government to end all aid to Israel.
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“Working moms must never be the default option for closed schools,” the group’s founding and new executive director said.
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Putting kids of varying abilities in the same math classes will force already overburdened teachers to ignore gifted students.
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Campus parking lots and athletic courts become venues in a scramble to put on last-minute proms for high schoolers grown accustomed to isolation and distance learning.
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A blood test taken after his son’s wedding showed the House minority leader had been previously infected with coronavirus, he told reporters.
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Richard Montañez has for years told a story of how he dreamed up Flamin’ Hot Cheetos while working as a Frito-Lay janitor. The archival record, former employees and Frito-Lay itself say otherwise.
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Current and former employees of ICM Partners allege that the talent agency tolerated harassment and misconduct toward women and people of color.
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An F-15C air-to-air combat jet was placed on alert in case of unrest over the pandemic or election, sources and records say. The Guard denies it.
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My boyfriend was sweet. My boyfriend was hysterical. My boyfriend always told me how much he loved me. When we would have sex, my whole body felt worshipped, cared for — nurtured, even.
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In honor of LGBTQ relationships in Los Angeles, here’s a roundup of our favorite L.A. Affairs columns.
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I was only 5 years old when a caretaker’s nephew began to sexually abuse me. He made me pinkie-promise not to tell. ‘I do this because I love you,’ he’d say. For years, I would carry this lie — that abuse was a form of love — into my other relationships.
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Not once in all those years did I get the vibe that he wanted to reconcile. Not once. And it seemed to me that he just turned the page. We didn’t work out, so it was history. Maybe I had to turn the page too.
IRAs, Roth IRAs, Roth 401(k)s — wading into retirement’s alphabet soup can be daunting. Here’s some help. Also, a son’s sudden death leaves financial questions.
If you were vaccinated in L.A. County, you’ll have access to a digital vaccine record through Healthvana. It’s not a vaccine passport, though. There are also other ways to get your COVID-19 vaccination records.
For Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we asked for strategies to disarm microaggressions. A Columbia University expert offers four tactics.
L.A. had Mickey Cohen, Bugsy Siegel and Jack Dragna — Al Capone even visited — but sprawl and civic corruption may have helped tamp down the violence here.