Former Times columnist T.J. Simers, known for a confrontational style, dies
Acerbic and sarcastic, T.J. Simers was a staple of the Times sports section for two decades. He later sued the paper, claiming discrimination. Source link
HBO’s ‘Ren Faire’: Rewarding doc about small-town power struggle
I haven’t been to a Renaissance faire since — well, not quite since the Renaissance, but a really long time. I know from the billboards,…
The best Los Angeles fabric stores to find deals for your next project
One of the last remaining big box craft stores, Jo-Ann’s has been in business since 1943 and operates more than 800 stores across 49 states,…
Billie Eilish’s senses are alive on ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’
Billie Eilish has been singing about looking — and being looked at — for nearly half her life. Now 22, she broke out at 13…
Single-payer healthcare meets its fate again in the face of California’s massive budget deficit
SACRAMENTO — The latest attempt to bring a single-payer healthcare system to California failed in the state Legislature on Thursday, undercut by its steep price tag…
Watch your step, Democrats. O.C.’s purple shine hides a red underbelly
In 2016, my beloved homeland of Orange County shocked political observers by favoring Hillary Clinton over Donald Trump, the first time we went with a…
The best and most beautiful sound baths in Los Angeles
It’s 8 o’clock on a Saturday night and I’m standing in my pajamas on the third floor of a nondescript office building in Beverly Hills…
Too many California parents don’t know who killed their children
Like a lot of parents, I’ve carried a picture of my son everywhere I go for many years. Unlike a lot of them, I have…
Perth Lynx gain upper hand in WNBL grand final series after beating Southside Flyers 101-79 in opening game
In short: Perth Lynx has defeated Southside Flyers 101-79 in game one of the WNBL grand final series.Amy Atwell scored a game-high 30 points for…
The Academy Awards should honor stunts with their own category
It’s especially noteworthy that there’s still no Oscar category for stunt coordinator because at the first Academy Awards, the movie that earned best picture did…
Hiltzik: Another landmark misfire at Davos
Those of us who diligently follow financial forecasts know that the go-to place for mapping out the course of the economy over the coming 12…
Column: Blame climate for California’s budget woes?
SACRAMENTO — California has officially entered the era of climate-driven economic insecurity. On Wednesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom laid out his new budget, facing a nearly $38-billion…
Jo Koy, Golden Globes kick off awards season with a fizzle
The Golden Globes, the phoniest of the (almost) major screen awards, having briefly died on the operating table, was shocked back to life Sunday, its…
Column: To reduce crime, fix San Quentin
In 2020, after the tragic murder of George Floyd, there was a moment when it seemed as if America, California included, was ready to reform…
Tom Wilkinson appreciation: One of the greats
At the risk of reducing an extraordinarily versatile actor to just one sweet spot, it must be noted that Tom Wilkinson had a particular genius…
What are you looking forward to in 2024?
Greetings from the sunny (!) Pacific Northwest where I’m spending the holidays, avoiding that gloomy Southern California weather forecast and counting my blessings, even if…
Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges
WASHINGTON — President Biden pardoned thousands of people who were convicted of use and simple possession of marijuana on federal lands and in the District of…
'Immediate Family' pays tribute to the musicians who fleshed out the California sound
From left, Carol King, James Taylor and Danny Kortchmar in the documentary Immediate Family. (Magnolia Pictures) 'Immediate Family' pays tribute to the musicians who fleshed…
Pogues’ “Fairytale of New York”: A perfect Christmas song
A reading from the book of Shane MacGowan: It was Christmas Eve, babe, in the drunk tankAn old man said to me, “Won’t see another…
Where to get a Christmas tree in L.A.
Can you find holiday inspiration in something as simple as a list of places to pick up a pine or find a fir? At one…