How ‘Smile 2’ director Parker Finn created a Hollywood horror franchise
Parker Finn’s filmmaking career blew up in 2022 with the release of “Smile,” a breakout horror hit for Paramount Pictures about a woman plagued by…
For one Puerto Rican, statehood would mean racial justice
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Kemuel Delgado rolls his eyes as he drives down a highway and sees a sculpture featuring Christopher Columbus, called “Birth of…
Dodgers Dugout: And there was much rejoicing throughout the land
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. And some said it couldn’t be done. Newsletter Are you a…
An American Southwest road trip to find the political soul of Latinos
Good morning. I’m Gustavo Arellano, a Metro columnist for The Times, which means I’m allowed to express opinions. Like:The American Southwest is cool.But before I…
Dodgers Dugout: Why do you guys look so nervous all of a sudden?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. Relax, everyone. Newsletter Are you a true-blue fan? Get our Dodgers…
Take a break. Here are 11 Southern California staycation ideas
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Oct. 20. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know…
COVID, mpox, cholera: Is the world prepared for another pandemic? | Climate Crisis News
Some 4.5 billion people worldwide are currently without adequate access to essential healthcare services, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). This comes as more…
Lakers newsletter: JJ Redick says communication is key to being a good coach
LAS VEGAS — Hey everyone, this is Dan Woike and welcome back to The Times’ Lakers Newsletter, a chance for me to shoot straight, unlike the…
Dodgers Dugout: You didn’t think it was going to be easy, did you?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. Now it’s a best of five. Newsletter Are you a true-blue…
Wanda exited Legendary and AMC. But China’s Hollywood legacy endures
Legendary’s deal, announced Monday, to buy out the remaining stake owned by Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda Group, marks the start of a new era for…
Dodgers Dugout: Why the Dodgers will beat the Mets in the NLCS
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. A rare Sunday edition of the newsletter. Newsletter Are you a…
Dodgers Dugout: Dodgers-Padres Game 5 is what postseason baseball is all about
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. Charge up the defibrillator, Game 5 against the Padres is here.…
Lakers newsletter: All these preseason road games seem unnecessary
MILWAUKEE — Hey everyone, this is Dan Woike and welcome back to The Times Lakers Newsletter, where we check in on the state of the team…
Dodgers Dugout: A great game, then an embarrassing game. Who’s ready for Game 3?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for. Newsletter Are…
Is streaming a ‘terrible business?’ Not for Netflix
One question this column frequently asks is: Is streaming a good business?The answer depends on whom you ask. Craig Moffett, a prominent Wall Street media…
Los Angeles’ next police chief is former sheriff Jim McDonnell
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Oct. 6. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know…
Dodgers Dugout: Here’s why the Dodgers will beat the Padres
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for. Newsletter Are…
Lakers newsletter: Max Christie heads list of young Lakers to watch in the preseason
Hey everyone, this is Dan Woike and welcome back to The Times Lakers Newsletter, or as me and my editors love to call it, “The…
Dodgers Dugout: Guess how many pitchers the Dodgers used this season?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. In this brutal, desperate, terrible, they are no good season, the…
Los Angeles knows how to make a sandwich. Here are our 37 faves
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, Sept. 29. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know…