A Trump bid for a third term could set off legal battles in states nationwide
WASHINGTON — In a private meeting at a global summit in Buenos Aires in 2018, China’s president, Xi Jinping, turned to President Trump and said it was…
A congressman and Trump critic speaks of the price he’s paid
PLEASANTON, Calif. — It was a child’s drawing — the kind of sweet, simple sketch you hang on the refrigerator — but something about the family portrait…
Conan O’Brien to return as host of 2026 Oscars on ABC
After earning rave reviews for his stint hosting the Oscars earlier this month, Conan O’Brien will return to host the 2026 ceremony, the Academy of…
Charles Barkley rips Kendrick Perkins, ‘idiots’ at ESPN, his future TV home
Charles Barkley isn’t a talking head on ESPN yet.That will happen next year, when TNT’s popular “Inside the NBA” studio show — which stars Barkley,…
Luka Doncic and LeBron James can lead the Lakers to an NBA title
The revelation is as stunning as a Luka pass. The truth is as sweet as a Luka trey.These Lakers can win the NBA championship.Not next…
The Dodgers have a record-setting payroll. Could it impact CBA talks?
PHOENIX — The last time Major League Baseball and the players association negotiated a collective bargaining agreement, the owners locked out the players before the 2022 season,…
Birmingham’s Henry Aslikyan captures third City wrestling title
Henry Aslikyan said “I’m just here to have fun” when talking about Saturday’s City Section wrestling championships at Roybal Learning Center.And why not? It is…
When and where will Super Bowl LX be played in 2026?
Super Bowl LIX may have just ended, but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to start thinking ahead to next year.Here’s everything we know about…
‘Invincible’ on Prime Video is an antidote to superhero fatigue
Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone who needs a refreshing spin on the superhero. Whether or not you call it fatigue, Prime Video’s…
Khalil Mack mulling over whether to return to Chargers or retire
After a devastating 27-point playoff collapse two seasons ago nearly sent Khalil Mack into sudden retirement, the Chargers’ star edge rusher plans to revisit the…
Like his players, USC coach Lincoln Riley must step up under fire
Lincoln Riley was beaming.The USC coach said he saw it when his team came back from an 17-point deficit against Texas A&M to claim a…
YouTube, CAA to help celebrities manage digital likeness in AI content
YouTube on Tuesday announced a partnership with Century City-based talent representation firm Creative Artists Agency that will help actors and athletes better manage their digital…
After reducing deficit, Newsom plans bring extra costs to California
Tax revenues have exceeded estimates in California, but Gov. Gavin Newsom’s spending proposals and other state costs could quickly swallow up any extra funds. An…
Red states roll out plans that may aid Trump’s mass deportation efforts
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — As Donald Trump assembles his administration, Republican governors and lawmakers in some states are already rolling out proposals that could help the…
Everything coming to Disneyland in 2025 — including $67 per day tickets
Disneyland is turning 70 next year, and the theme park has never missed an excuse to throw a nostalgia-fueled party. The coming months will be…
Punches fly at Rep. Katie Porter’s town hall
A melee broke out at Rep. Katie Porter’s district town hall meeting Sunday, with her backers scuffling with supporters of former President Trump who were…
Dodgers agree to sign two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell
The Dodgers won the World Series last season in spite of their short-handed pitching.Next year, they hope a reinforced staff can be the key to…
U.N. climate talks dissolve into factions on plan for poorer nations
BAKU, Azerbaijan — Tenuous hope for a deal for a giant funding package for poor nations to curb and adapt to climate change emerged late Saturday…
Dustin May avoids arbitration, agrees to one-year deal with Dodgers
The Dodgers and pitcher Dustin May avoided arbitration Friday by agreeing to a one-year, $2.135-million contract for next season, according to a person with knowledge…
Appreciation: Remembering Saafir, California’s avant garde rap innovator
Hip-hop fans around the world were shocked this week to hear the sad news that one of California’s all-time great rap innovators, Saafir, died Tuesday…