Allan McLeod’s “Walkin’ About” podcast will help you explore L.A.
• In April, comedian Allan McLeod launched “Walkin’ About,” a podcast in which he and a guest stroll somewhere in the L.A. region.• His walking…
Hollywood set decorators, production designers seek side gigs
Production designer Dave Blass wrapped his last big project, filming the Paramount+ series “Star Trek: Picard” in Toronto in 2022 before the Writers Guild and…
Kamala Harris crushes it in her Democratic convention speech
CHICAGO — On the final night of the Democratic National Convention, expectations were high and rumors were rampant. Speculation of a surprise guest — Taylor Swift?…
Column: At the DNC, the Exonerated Five remind us that Trump has never cared about justice
Before there were immigrant “monsters” to occupy Donald Trump’s hate, there was the Central Park Five.Most people know the case: Five Black kids accused of…
The newest election battlefield for abortion: State supreme courts
As presidential candidates and state legislators campaign over the future of abortion in America, elections for the third branch of government have largely escaped scrutiny…
2024 presidential election: Nevada, Arizona small but crucial
LAS VEGAS — When President Biden flies into Nevada on Monday and to Arizona the following day, he’s likely to compliment the West’s natural beauty, pay…
Motivate NBA All-Stars to win with a cool half-million payout
The Angels need to show Anthony Rendon the door. He comes across as a malcontent with his comment of “it’s just a job.” He doesn’t…
Dejan Joveljic wants to be a game-changer in chess and for the Galaxy
INDIO, Calif. — Chess, Dejan Joveljic says, is all about thinking ahead, being patient and working the board to your advantage. And if you do all…
Schwarzenegger credits Times columnist for his political career
SACRAMENTO — Former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger credits Los Angeles Times columnist George Skelton for his decision to run for California governor in the historic 2003 election…
Are immigrants better off in Texas or California?
SACRAMENTO — America Ramirez Lomeli, named for the Mexican soccer team, did everything right as an immigrant. Growing up in California’s capital, she excelled in school.…
‘The Crown’: How a movement coach helped Elizabeth Debicki transform into Diana
During her 16 years in the spotlight, Diana, Princess of Wales, was one of the most photographed women in the world. Part of what endeared…