What can Trump really do on Day One? A guide for the worried
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump made hundreds of promises during his campaign, including dozens he vowed to implement on “Day One” of his administration. At…
Aide to former L.A. Councilmember Jose Huizar gets probation
He kept thousands of text messages. He took photos of bribe money. He recorded his boss, then-Los Angeles City Councilmember Jose Huizar, demanding that money…
Next L.A. D.A. to undo Gascón policies, revisit Menendez brothers case
On his first day in office four years ago, Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. George Gascón issued a slate of progressive edicts that many prosecutors…
Inside Liam Payne’s troubled life after One Direction
“Hey man, are you good?”AJ McLean had reason to be concerned about Liam Payne. Since production wrapped on the new Netflix music competition series where…
Crypto industry spending big to sway California congressional races
As interest groups have flooded northern Orange County with advertising about a hotly competitive congressional race, a new industry has emerged as a major spender:…
GOP leaders slam Harris for calling Trump a fascist
Two key GOP leaders — House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell — made a pitch for civility on Friday, accusing Vice…
Coldplay adds 10 North American dates to Spheres world tour
Coldplay is heading back to North America for more of the Music of the Spheres World Tour after its six-night gig in Seoul in April.After…
Newsom decries SoCal city that’s banning homeless shelters
Gov. Gavin Newsom is threatening legal action against the city of Norwalk unless it reverses a ban on homeless shelters and other housing.“It is unfathomable…
A secretive group aiding the far-right in House races could help Dems
DES MOINES — Joe Wiederien was an unlikely candidate to challenge a Republican congressman in one of the nation’s most competitive districts.A fervent supporter of former…
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Season 33 cast announced
“Dancing With the Stars” is back, and according to this season’s roster, all the regular characters are accounted for.The 18-time Emmy-winning reality series announced Wednesday…
Lock him up? Trump’s crimes are a challenge for Kamala Harris
When Hillary Clinton referred to Donald Trump’s 34 criminal convictions during last week’s Democratic National Convention, a loud chant of “Lock him up!” arose from…
Kevin Spacey resists eviction from Baltimore mansion
Kevin Spacey is refusing to get out of his Baltimore home weeks after it was sold in a foreclosure auction, the property’s buyer says.The “House…
Trump returns to X ahead of interview with Elon Musk
Donald Trump returned on Monday to the social media platform X, more than three years after he was banned following his supporters’ Jan. 6, 2021,…
New eyeglasses give Kiké Hernández a new outlook on hitting
Kiké Hernández has looked like a brand-new player over much of the last month.Turns out, his brand-new eyeglasses might be partially to thank.In a subtle…
Hunter Biden drops defamation suit against Fox News
President Biden’s son Hunter is dropping a defamation lawsuit he filed last month against Fox News over a fictional program that depicted his legal troubles.The…
Karen Bass vetoes proposal to let police chief fire problem officers
Mayor Karen Bass has vetoed a proposed ballot measure to rework the disciplinary process at the Los Angeles Police Department — a step that could…
‘Year of the lesbian’: How queer women are breaking San Francisco’s doom loop
SAN FRANCISCO — It was Queer Prom night at Mother, a lesbian and femme queer bar in the Mission district, and the dance floor was crowded,…
Justin Wrobleski solid in debut, but mistakes doom Dodgers in loss
Justin Wrobleski didn’t suffer many growing pains in his MLB debut Sunday afternoon.The few lessons he did learn, however, proved costly in the Dodgers’ 9-2…
Jared Padalecki slams CW, talks about ‘Walker’ cancellation
Actor Jared Padalecki, known for his roles in TV’s “Supernatural,” “Gilmore Girls” and the recently canceled “Walker” reboot, is openly criticizing the CW network after…
Families of Israeli hostages in Gaza back cease-fire deal set out by Biden
TEL AVIV, Israel — Families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas called for all parties to immediately accept a proposal detailed by President Biden to end…