Xander Schauffele wins British Open for second major title of year
TROON, Scotland — Xander Schauffele won the British Open on Sunday for his second major of the year, delivering a masterpiece at Royal Troon with a…
Why Olympic distance runners have flocked to Flagstaff for decades
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — For centuries the snow-capped San Francisco Peaks, which tower over the high desert of northern Arizona, have held sacred meaning for more than…
Tell us: What’s your California wilderness survival story?
On any given day in Southern California, you have vast opportunities to escape for an outdoor adventure, whether that means surfing a wave, hiking a…
Scottie Sheffler wins Travelers Championship after disruption
CROMWELL, Conn. — Scottie Scheffler beat Tom Kim on the first playoff hole to win the Travelers Championship on Sunday — waiting out a disruption by…
Jim Murray: In praise of the wonderful Willie Mays
The following Jim Murray column was first published by the Los Angeles Times on May 23, 1962. The first thing to establish about Willie Mays…
Cameron Young joins elite club with 59 at Travelers Championship
CROMWELL, Conn. — Cameron Young made a par putt from just inside 10 feet for an 11-under 59 on Saturday in the Travelers Championship, the first…
Santa Monica guide: The best things to do, see and eat
New York City has the Empire State Building, Hollywood has cutout letters strung across a hillside, and Santa Monica has its pier: a single, focus-pulling…
The Sports Report: Shoe is on other foot as Rockies rally to beat Dodgers
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
People are only just realising there's a 'hidden' foot pedal in plane toilets
A passenger has found a 'hidden' foot pedal in plane toilets which has a genius use - and it turns out they aren't the only…
Pitching woes doom Angels in blowout loss to Diamondbacks
PHOENIX — Christian Walker hit two homers, Joc Pederson added a late grand slam and the Arizona Diamondbacks coasted past the Angels 11-1 on Thursday night.…
Former world number one Jon Rahm pulls out of US Open due to foot injury
In short: Jon Rahm is a late withdrawal from the US Open in North Carolina after sustaining a foot injury.Rahm has a lesion in between…
Top 10 prettiest walkable cities in the UK to explore on foot as summer approaches
Several of the UK's biggest cities are perfect for taking leisurely strolls during the summer months, as people can take in afternoon teas and drinks…
Some of California’s most outdoorsy people are moving to…Las Vegas?
LAS VEGAS, Nevada — For many, the lure of Las Vegas is the near complete immersion in a man-made world. Visitors bury themselves deep inside temperature-controlled…
Where do Dodgers rank in MLB’s new bat-tracking measurables?
You’re the manager perched on the top step of the dugout. Two outs in the ninth inning, score tied, your runner at third base. Next…
Notre Dame’s JJ Harel clears 7 feet in high jump to win D3 title
With his curly blond hair bouncing up and down as he moved confidently toward the high jump bar, 15-year-old sophomore JJ Harel of Sherman Oaks…
Max Muncy hits 3 home runs in Dodgers’ blowout win over Braves
As much as it pained Kyle Snyder to see Tyler Glasnow traded from Tampa Bay to the Dodgers last December, the Rays pitching coach predicted…
Jordan Coleman shines for Granada Hills at Mt. SAC Relays
Good things come to those who wait. That motto has held true this track season for Granada Hills sprinter Jordan Coleman. In terms of limelight,…
Journalist loses foot after being badly wounded in Israeli attack in Gaza | Israel War on Gaza News
Gaza’s media office and Reporters Without Borders say there is evidence to suggest it was a targeted attack. Three journalists have been injured, one seriously,…
Ed Ruscha ‘Now Then’ and its ‘Chocolate Room’ shine at LACMA
“Ed Ruscha / Now Then,” the sprawling and much-anticipated retrospective of the great American Pop and Conceptual artist, opens Sunday at the Los Angeles County…
Sondheimer: Karson Gordon is a hop, skip and jump away from UCLA playing days
The No. 1 high school triple jumper in America, Karson Gordon, is coming to town on Saturday to attend UCLA’s spring football practice in the…