‘The Luckiest Man in America’ review: Outwitting a game show
“The Luckiest Man in America” is an ironic title for the story of Michael Larson, the Ohio man who managed to win more than $110,000…
It’s ‘certainly possible’ utility sparked Eaton fire. But climate change made it worse
Before sitting down with Pedro Pizarro, president and chief executive officer of Edison International, I gave some thought to how I would ask him about…
The week’s bestselling books, April 6
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, April 6, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction. Source link
Kanye West and the story of Donda Academy’s spectacular spiral
It began, as many things do, with noble intentions.In the fall of 2020, Kanye West, music impresario, fashion designer, flame thrower and Kim Kardashian’s ex-husband,…
The rooftop solar debate that never ends
For the latest episode of the “Boiling Point” podcast, I invited two of the most prominent voices in California’s long-running rooftop solar debate to hash…
Contributor: What Selena’s murder says about our fascination with death
Selena may be long gone from this earth, but in 2025, she is far from absent. Her face and signature appear on countless products, ranging…
Kennedy Center slashes social impact team, and why it matters
Last week, the Kennedy Center’s new leadership, recently appointed by President Trump, laid off at least five employees working on its social impact team, including…
Alvin Ailey dance company performing ‘Sacred Songs’ in Los Angeles
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s “Sacred Songs” is a homecoming of sorts. It was initially conceived to celebrate the 60th anniversary of “Revelations,” the seminal…
Gregory Nava on how his 1997 film ‘Selena’ has stood the test of time
The director reflects on his iconic biopic, which the late singer’s husband, Chris Perez, has called the Selena “bible.” In the three decades since Selena…
Ridley Scott’s ‘Modville’ graphic novel debuts. Can it survive?
When Ridley Scott, visionary director of “Alien,” “Blade Runner” and “Gladiator,” connects with your story, it’s probably a good idea to explore it in any…
Selena’s legacy is still relevant 30 years after her death
I still remember exactly where I was when I found out that Selena Quintanilla-Pérez had been murdered.I was 9, a fourth-grader in south Texas, sitting…
‘Miracles and Wonder’ digs into mysteries about Jesus: review
Book Review Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus By Elaine PagelsDoubleday: 336 pages, $30If you buy books linked on our site, The Times…
Long Beach’s VIP Records unveils plans for a museum
In the early 1990s, Kelvin Anderson Sr. built a makeshift recording studio in the back of his Long Beach record store, a vinyl-filled paradise called…
You can tell someone else’s story… but if it feels fake, I won’t do it, say Alison Krauss & Union Station
TO Alison Krauss, her latest project is “like stepping into an old pair of shoes”.The singer blessed with a sweet soprano has returned to the…
Californians pay too much for electricity. Here are three bold solutions
Politicians love to chase easy answers. Alas, when it comes to California’s rising electric rates, there aren’t any.If limiting rate increases were simple, elected officials…
The week’s bestselling books, March 30
Hardcover fiction1. James by Percival Everett (Doubleday: $28) An action-packed reimagining of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” 2. The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham…
Ben Affleck says his life is so boring, even the FBI yawns
While the world focuses on what Ben Affleck says about his second split from Jennifer Lopez, the star seems more concerned about that January visit…
Speaking truth to Trump on climate change
The 1st Amendment to the U.S. Constitution says: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or…
Arcangelo Corelli and Atomic Café: L.A. arts events this weekend
Another reason to visit the Beverly Hills Public Library: As of this month, the Rexford Drive destination is the new home of the Paley Archive,…
Grand Designs’ ‘most heartbreaking story’ ever reaches shock conclusion after crisis
Kevin McCloud returns to Grand Designs for a new season, featuring ambitious new construction projects. But he will also visit another site, left unfinished two…