The Times of Troy: Sense of dread over the fires affected USC’s sports teams
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, the Times’ USC beat writer. It’s been a devastating week for all of Los Angeles, and our thoughts here at…
In the paint or from long range, UCLA men can’t stop Michigan when needed
First, UCLA had no answer for Michigan’s interior dominance.Then, after a massive comeback pushed the Bruins into the lead, they could not stop the Wolverines…
USC men’s basketball falls to Michigan, missing out on statement win
They were hired less than two weeks apart last spring, each tasked with building Big Ten programs that were torn down to the studs. Eric…
UCLA women’s basketball beats Michigan, but Cori Close wants more
A new year ushered in something different for the UCLA women’s basketball team.A serious challenge.Unable to pull away from Michigan like they had against other…
JuJu Watkins and Rayah Marshall lead USC women past Michigan
Except for JuJu Watkins, USC’s players were struggling to find their shot.A 10-point USC lead turned into a deficit during the third quarter. With Kiki…
The Times of Troy: A look at some of USC’s brighter moments in 2024
Hello, my name is Iliana Limón Romero, and I’m the assistant managing editor for sports at the Los Angeles Times. I’m filling in for Ryan…
USC men rout Southern for fourth consecutive victory
Chibuzo Agbo made four three-pointers and scored 18 points to lead USC to an 82-51 win over Southern on Sunday to close out its nonconference…
Ohio State routs Tennessee to set up Rose Bowl showdown with Oregon
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Will Howard threw two touchdown passes to freshman Jeremiah Smith and Ohio State routed Tennessee 42-17 on Saturday night in a first-round College…
The Times of Troy: Five thoughts on USC’s first week of the transfer portal
Hello again, and welcome back to another week of the Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at The Times and…
The Times of Troy: The next month is key for these six Trojans
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at The Times, reporting to you in the aftermath of the first 12-team College Football Playoff…
The Times of Troy: At the end of Year 3, USC has yet to find its identity under Lincoln Riley
Hi, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at the L.A. Times, reporting to you from the final days of another frustrating USC football…
Trump names Massad Boulos, his daughter’s father-in-law, as Middle East adviser
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday named Massad Boulos, a Lebanese American businessman who is the father-in-law of Trump’s daughter Tiffany, as…
CFB roundup: Michigan upsets No. 2 Ohio State in Columbus
Dominic Zvada kicked a 21-yard field goal with 45 seconds left and Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday at Columbus, likely ending…
USC’s improving offensive line faces big test against Notre Dame
It was the lowest moment of the season for USC’s young offensive line, a September nadir that seemed certain to linger long after the Trojans…
The Times of Troy: They’re bowl eligible, but it’s still a lost season for Trojans
Hello, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at the L.A. Times, coming to you loaded with caffeine and running on fumes after a…
Nazi protesters picket Anne Frank play in Michigan, call concentration camp victim ‘whore’
Nov. 11 (UPI) -- A handful of demonstrators carrying Nazi flags protested outside of a play presentation of The Diary of Anne Frank at an…
Trump breaks GOP losing streak in nation’s largest majority-Arab city
DEARBORN, Mich. — Faced with two choices she didn’t like, Suehaila Amen chose neither.Instead, the longtime Democrat from the Arab American stronghold of Dearborn, Mich., backed…
The Times of Troy: Examining Carol Folt’s influence on USC athletics
Hello, everyone! I’m Ryan Kartje, the USC beat writer at the L.A. Times, and welcome to another week of the Times of Troy newsletter, where…
Trump praises Muslim supporters, says they could win him Michigan | US Election 2024
NewsFeed“They want peace. They really do. They don’t want to be in wars. They’re very smart.” Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump praised his Muslim supporters…
What is the price of sticking with Miller Moss as USC’s starter?
Hello, everyone! Welcome to another week of The Times of Troy newsletter. I’m Ryan Kartje, your USC beat writer at the L.A. Times, still warming…