Jeweler shares story behind Simone Biles’ iconic goat necklace
Simone Biles had the perfect accessory planned for her second coronation as Olympic all-around champion. It was better than just a gold medal.Minutes after winning…
Olympic athletes more worried about Siene current than pollution
PARIS — People have been living along the Seine for more than 3,000 years and they’ve been dumping trash, human waste and whatever else they want…
Cornerback Tre’Davious White inspires remodeled Rams secondary
Cornerback Tre’Davious White did not need much convincing that the Rams were the right team to sign with last spring.Former Buffalo Bills teammates Von Miller,…
Star Katie Ledecky win her fourth Olympic gold in 800 freestyle
NANTERRE, France — There are no superlatives left to accurately describe Katie Ledecky’s brilliance. She’s Gretzky in a latex bathing cap; Michael Jordan in goggles.…
Letters to Sports: Dodgers should stop buying star players
People seem to forget that Sandy Koufax was a less than .500 pitcher, going 36-40 from 1955 to 1960. River Ryan, Justin Wrobkeski and Bobby…
Julien Alfred upsets Sha’Carri Richardson to win Olympic 100
PARIS — All eyes were on American star Sha’carri Richardson, but Saint Lucia’s Julien Alfred stole the spotlight during the 100-meter dash at the Paris Olympics.Alfred…
Frazzled parents are forming 'holiday squads' to secure some time away from their kids
Eurocamp has developed new ‘Ultimate Plus Double’ accommodation that brings two holiday homes together with shared decking space where the squad can unwind with a…
Harassment and retaliation claims during Kamala Harris’ time as California’s top cop led to $1.1 million in settlements
The California Department of Justice paid more than $1.1 million to settle claims with employees who alleged they were sexually harassed or retaliated against by…
‘Shōgun’ saved the day – Los Angeles Times
After a long flight, is there anything better for the soul (and the circulation) than a forced march to a ride-share lot? Newsletter From the…
China swimming doping controversy heats up at Paris Olympics
PARIS — The swimming competition at the 2024 Summer Games will conclude with four medal races Sunday, but that won’t quash a geopolitical tug-of-war that has…
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Andrew Bird
For Andrew Bird, Sundays hold special meaning. Those were the days when jazz would be etched into his subconscious before sunrise — as a 20-something…
Kamala Harris celebrates the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee as a ‘force of nature’ and mentor
HOUSTON — Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday eulogized longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee as a “force of nature” as memorials for the longtime Democratic…
Ali: What’s so hard about mixed-race heritage for Trump to understand?
It wasn’t a debate. It was train wreck interview, and no one from Donald Trump’s party has called on him to step out of the…
‘American Idol’: Carrie Underwood replaces Katy Perry as judge
It’s all coming full circle for Carrie Underwood.The Grammy-winning country music star will return to the roots of her fame as she joins ABC’s “American…
How to pick the best side of the plane to sit on, every time
Flying can be fraught with tension but there are a few ways to make sure you get the ride of your life, every time. Source…
Craig Fravel, who made a major impact on Santa Anita, is leaving The Stronach Group
Craig Fravel, who was brought in to head The Stronach Group’s racing division during the 2019 fatality crisis, is leaving the company on Aug. 9…
Police get more time with suspect as Southport reels from unrest
Merseyside PolicePolice officers have been in the area of the unrest, helping with the clean-upPolice have been granted more time to question a boy over…
20 years ago at the Emmys: William Shatner and Sharon Stone
The guest actor and actress category nominations are like the ghost awards of the Emmys. They’re not handed out live along with the rest of…
Pax Jolie-Pitt hospitalized after L.A. e-bike accident
Pax Jolie-Pitt, the son of actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, landed in the hospital Monday after he was involved in a traffic collision in…
Norah O’Donnell to step away from ‘CBS Evening News’ anchor chair
Norah O’Donnell is departing the anchor desk at “CBS Evening News” to take on a new role at the network.O’Donnell, 50, told colleagues in a…