Sparks miss out on No. 1 draft pick, landing again at second
Former head coach Curt Miller and the Sparks parted ways after two, injury-ridden seasons.Magic Johnson, part of the franchise’s six-person ownership group, promised increased attention…
Column: Why goalie Jackson Friedman is a standout sophomore
As part of soccer rules, goalkeepers are required to have a different jersey than their teammates. The color schemes have evolved into a fashion show,…
One of L.A’s best birding hot spots is on a military base in the desert
Last week, I drove out to Rosamond to visit a paradoxical place: the largest freshwater wetlands in the desert of northern L.A. County. I wondered:…
Skai Jackson, ex Disney Channel star, is pregnant
Disney Channel alumna Skai Jackson is all grown up and starting a family of her own. A representative for Jackson, known for the Disney series…
Jackson, Miss., mayor, two others indicted in alleged bribery scheme
Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba (C) of Jackson, Miss., was indicted in a bribery scheme on Thursday. File Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI | License Photo Nov.…
Joshua Tree too crowded? Try these 3 desert hikes near L.A.
Now is the time of year when I try not to brag too much about how great the weather is. Soon enough, my friends back…
L.A.’s Rim of the Valley needs to be protected. Here’s why
As our small plane flew over the San Fernando Valley, I was in awe of just how remarkable and diverse the region’s wild lands are.I…
Five iconic moments in Dodgers-Yankees World Series history
New York Yankees right-hander Don Larsen delivers a pitch in the fourth inning on Oct. 8, 1956, en route to the first World Series perfect…
What to do when you see a mountain lion while hiking
I was around 16, sitting on the front porch talking to my friend on the phone, as many millennial teens did, when I heard a…
Book these campsites near L.A. now to bask in wildflowers come spring
One Sunday morning in March 2019, I asked my wife to get in the car and go on a road trip with me. I decided…
Former army boss General Sir Mike Jackson dies aged 80 as comrades lead tributes to legendary military chief
COMRADES led tribute to legendary ex-Army chief General Sir Mike Jackson who famously refusing to “start World War Three” on the orders of an American…
3 Mount Wilson hikes to learn about L.A.’s space exploration history
I grew up in a rural place with minimal light pollution. When I looked up to the night sky, I could see layers of stars…
Shock new footage appears to show Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson SLAPPING Nottingham Forest rival in face
NICOLAS JACKSON appeared to slap a Nottingham Forest player in the face during their draw with Chelsea.The feisty Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge descended…
Love Island’s Grace Jackson looks sensational in lace bodysuit on night out in Manchester
3LOVE Island's Grace Jackson looked sensational in a lace bodysuit during a night out in Manchester.The 25-year-old took to Instagram to share multiple snaps from…
Kevin O’Connell interview: Minnesota Vikings head coach on Khyree Jackson, unbeaten record and NFL London game
In seven years coaching across four teams, O'Connell formed an idea of what kind of culture he wanted to build as a head coach -…
Big Santa Anita Canyon is open. Here’s how to hike the L.A. oasis
Four years after the Bobcat fire and subsequent floods tore through Angeles National Forest, the pristine mountain wonderland of Big Santa Anita Canyon near Sierra…
6 helpful nature apps that will enhance every hike
I used to believe that the last thing I wanted to do on a hike was pull out my phone. That’s one of the reasons…
Sean McVay thrilled Rams’ win over 49ers won’t cost him players
Sean McVay braced himself.After receiving bad news about player injuries the day after the first two games of the season, the Rams coach arrived at…
3 hikes that avoid the Southern California wildfires
A week before Los Angeles shut down in spring 2020, my two friends, wife, dog and I hiked the Bridge to Nowhere. Setting off into…
Tito Jackson’s death: Police say he had a medical emergency
The Jackson 5’s Tito Jackson experienced some sort of medical emergency before he died Sunday in New Mexico, according to local law enforcement officials. Shedding…