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At least 138 killed in six Easter Sunday explosions at Sri Lanka churches and hotels

• Pope faces a grim Easter after bloodshed in Sri Lanka and the burning of Notre Dame

SpaceX suffers an accident during ground test of Crew Dragon astronaut capsule

By Samantha Masunaga

Ten questions Congress should ask Mueller (and how he might respond)

By Doyle McManus

Remorseful Felicity Huffman could get home confinement over prison time

Legal experts say her willingness to speak out and the relatively small amount she paid to help get her daughter into college could help her avoid time behind bars.

By Richard Winton

Heroin used to pass through South Africa en route to Europe. Now much of it stays, with devastating effects

The growth of the heroin market in the last five years has been “profound,” says one expert. “It’s a major phenomenon — not just in big cities, but in small towns.”

By Krista Mahr

Director John Singleton is in intensive care after ‘mild’ stroke

By Deborah Vankin

L.A. quadruples the fine for disabled-placard fraud, but will it help?

L.A. quadruples the fine for disabled-placard fraud, but will it help?

LAPD officer wounded in South L.A. shooting during traffic stop

Police investigating rare triple homicide in upscale Glendale neighborhood

Shortages hit Cuba, raising fears of new economic crisis

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The 1975 make a strong case at Coachella for the death of rock ’n’ roll

When one of the most successful rock bands in recent times declares rock n' roll dead from the main stage, it’s best to listen.

By Randall Roberts

• Mr. Eazi and Burna Boy highlight the rise of afrobeats

Kate del Castillo on how El Chapo made her broke and her return as a TV drug lord

By Carolina A. Miranda

He got into a great college the old-fashioned way. He dreamed big, worked hard

Donald Trump is no Richard Nixon. He’s worse

Donald Trump is no Richard Nixon. He’s worse

By Andrew Coan

Weekend Reads

I get one last Lent with my Mami. I'm using it to learn our family's capirotada recipe

By Gustavo Arellano

Reggie Bush reunited with Matt Leinart at his new home, but longs to return to his old home, USC

By Arash Markazi

Yes, you can learn how to grow your own cannabis on 4/20

The ATA’s response to writers’ concerns is simply insane

The ATA’s response to writers’ concerns is simply insane

The mysterious life of James McCord, Watergate burglar whose death went unnoticed for 2 years

The mysterious life of James McCord, Watergate burglar whose death went unnoticed for 2 years

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Celebrating Easter Sunday in Los Angeles, Orange counties

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Around California

A historic L.A. mural was whitewashed, and the artist is fed up with the lack of respect

A historic L.A. mural was whitewashed, and the artist is fed up with the lack of respect

Apr 19, 2019

The crowd-sourced, social media swarm that is betting Tesla will crash and burn

The crowd-sourced, social media swarm that is betting Tesla will crash and burn

Apr 12, 2019

Avenatti indicted on 36 charges of tax dodging, perjury, theft from clients

Avenatti indicted on 36 charges of tax dodging, perjury, theft from clients

Apr 11, 2019

The Masters’ cellphone ban is a tradition unlike any other: ‘Wonderful, isn’t it?’

The Masters’ cellphone ban is a tradition unlike any other: ‘Wonderful, isn’t it?’

Apr 10, 2019

One of California’s last black enclaves threatened by Inglewood’s stadium deal

One of California’s last black enclaves threatened by Inglewood’s stadium deal

Apr 10, 2019

One house is still parked next to Augusta National despite club’s attempts to buy it

One house is still parked next to Augusta National despite club’s attempts to buy it

Apr 8, 2019

Is Mexico City the PDA capital of the world?

Is Mexico City the PDA capital of the world?

Apr 8, 2019

Nipsey Hussle’s brother found him dying. These are his final moments

Nipsey Hussle’s brother found him dying. These are his final moments

Apr 4, 2019

An unhappy Marriott rewards points customer is leading a revolt

An unhappy Marriott rewards points customer is leading a revolt

Apr 4, 2019

Before his death in South L.A., Nipsey Hussle was trying to buy back his ’hood

Before his death in South L.A., Nipsey Hussle was trying to buy back his ’hood

Apr 2, 2019

The bizarre story of the L.A. dad who exposed the college admissions scandal

The bizarre story of the L.A. dad who exposed the college admissions scandal

Mar 31, 2019

What’s behind all those executive orders Trump loves to sign? Not much

What’s behind all those executive orders Trump loves to sign? Not much

Mar 27, 2019

Michael Avenatti’s life of luxury hangs by a thread as IRS comes calling

Michael Avenatti’s life of luxury hangs by a thread as IRS comes calling

Mar 27, 2019

The ending of ‘Us’: Jordan Peele on who the real villains are

The ending of ‘Us’: Jordan Peele on who the real villains are

Mar 25, 2019

Marine Corps commandant says deploying troops to the border poses ‘unacceptable risk’

Marine Corps commandant says deploying troops to the border poses ‘unacceptable risk’

Mar 21, 2019

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- Hero Complex
Game Boys have infinite lives. At 30, they live on in unexpected ways

By Vanessa Martínez, Tracy Brown and Ellis Simani

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Feedback: Readers react to ‘Game of Thrones,’ Coachella and more

Apr 20, 2019
Mr. Eazi and Burna Boy highlight the rise of afrobeats at Coachella

Apr 20, 2019
Director John Singleton in intensive care after ‘mild’ stroke. Well wishes pour in

Apr 20, 2019
Coachella is the canvas. The art is the spectacle

Apr 20, 2019
The 1975 make a strong case at Coachella for the death of rock ’n’ roll

Apr 20, 2019

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- Boxing & MMA
Terence Crawford wins by TKO when Amir Khan can't continue after low blow

By Lance Pugmire

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Clippers general manager Michael Winger will stay with team

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The Valorie Kondos Field era is over for UCLA women's gymnastics

Apr 20, 2019
Ryan Braun makes Dodgers pay for walking Christian Yelich, hits three-run home run

Apr 20, 2019
NHL playoffs: Stars push Predators to edge of elimination

Apr 20, 2019
NBA playoffs: Joel Embiid leads 76ers past Nets after two players are ejected

Apr 20, 2019

- Politics
Full coverage: Robert Mueller finishes his investigation into President Trump’s 2016 campaign

Apr 20, 2019

Ten questions Congress should ask Robert Mueller (and how he might respond)

Apr 20, 2019
California housing crisis podcast: Why it’s so hard to pass tenant legislation at the Capitol

Apr 19, 2019
Mueller report poses an unexpected problem for Democrats

Apr 19, 2019
Why Mueller didn’t make a recommendation on whether Trump obstructed justice

Apr 19, 2019
Mueller report exposes all the president’s liars

Apr 19, 2019

- World
Heroin used to pass through South Africa en route to Europe. Now much of it stays, with devastating effects

By Krista Mahr

37m

- Op-Ed
Should the University of Arizona back its students or the Border Patrol?

By Francisco Cantú

22m

- Business
Facing retirement with parent student loans? Transfer them to the kids

By Liz Weston

37m

SpaceX suffers an accident during ground test of Crew Dragon astronaut capsule

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Hot Property: Bruce Willis seeks Nakatomi-sized haul for Caribbean getaway

Apr 20, 2019
‘Lucifer’ actress Aimee Garcia soars in her treetop sanctuary

Apr 20, 2019
Home of the Week: A Columbia Square penthouse dressed to the nines

Apr 20, 2019
Hot Property Newsletter: Happy trails to you

Apr 20, 2019

- Hawaii & the South Pacific
Missing your cat while you’re in Hawaii? Lanai’s sanctuary lets you cuddle up

By Jay Jones

Apr 20, 2019

Hiking in the Woolsey fire’s burn area: See photos of nature's remarkable comeback

Apr 19, 2019
Visit Yosemite and other parks for free on Saturday as National Park Week begins

Apr 19, 2019
LAX's long-term parking Lot E is handling Easter week demands so far

Apr 19, 2019
Forest bathing, or how you can experience nature without getting wet

Apr 19, 2019
Fare deal: $695 from LAX to Tel Aviv on Lot Polish

Apr 19, 2019

CALIFORNIA LIFE & STYLE

- Home & Garden
Four Hours: A kid-friendly guide to South Pasadena

By Deborah Netburn

Apr 20, 2019

Dating at 61 is like a scavenger hunt

Apr 20, 2019
Candied kumquats moonlight as a cocktail’s best new garnish

Apr 20, 2019
For Libertine designer Johnson Hartig, it’s time to come home

Apr 20, 2019
Why Donald Glover and Adidas want you to get their new shoes dirty

Apr 19, 2019
English translations of Armenian memoirs share diaspora stories with a new generation

Apr 19, 2019

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