How Bobby Miller, Walker Buehler are working their way back into rotation
Their early-season struggles were similar. Their long-term objective is the same.But, in a bid to save their seasons and vie for a place in the…
How to volunteer at the L.A. County raptor rescue in San Dimas
Clockwise from left: A barn owl sits in its cage; a poster of owls; Olivia Miseroy, regional park superintendent, holds an animal ambassador barn owl…
Commissioner optimistic Big Ten “got a lot right” with expansion
INDIANAPOLIS — A giant, inflatable Oregon Duck mascot drifted down the White River on Tuesday, not far from where Big Ten Conference coaches, players and executives…
Rams adjust contract of quarterback Matthew Stafford at camp
The issues with the contract of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford have been resolved. Coach Sean McVay said Tuesday on the first day of training camp…
No, replacing Biden as the nominee is not an attack on democracy
Before the coronation of Kamala Harris is complete, I want to ask a question: What’s wrong with the Democratic Party picking a candidate without putting…
Don’t you bet against Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers
Las Vegas is an escape from reality — unless you’re the Chargers.While the Chargers enter training camp Tuesday energized by a potentially transformative offseason, Vegas…
‘Friday Night Lights’ series finale: Creator talks Coach and Tami
In “Inside the Episode,” writers and directors reflect on the making of their Emmy-winning episodes.Clear eyes. Full hearts …It took a lot of tears, both…
Column: 5 reasons Biden made the right move
A few years ago, when I was contemplating retirement, one piece of advice stood out.“You’ll know when there’s certainty, and you’re not ignoring the truth,”…
Bob Newhart: A comedic genius whose quiet delivery made him a star
The nice thing would be to wake up and find oneself in bed in a Chicago apartment between Bob and Emily, or in a Vermont…
Inside San Quentin’s experiment: Can California change prison culture?
SAN QUENTIN — To someone living outside these dank walls, the changes might seem small.A sergeant greets a prisoner with “good morning” rather than barking an…
This Southern California challenge will help you hike higher peaks
I remember feeling kind of like a celebrity in that Chipotle in Upland.It was a Thursday in 2021, and my dog and I had just…
A look inside the new state fair cannabis consumption lounge
SACRAMENTO — Last month, the California State Fair announced plans to allow cannabis to be sold and consumed on-site for the first time in its 170-year…
Like Brenda in ‘90210,’ Shannen Doherty was complex and era-defining
In the pantheon of teen characters, there was no one better suited to bring an edge to the journey of girlhood, when we’re eager to…
Column: Attempted Trump assassination shocking, not entirely surprising
The attempted assassination of former President Trump was shocking but not altogether surprising.Shocking because violence is no way for a civilized people to mediate their…
How Kei Kamara escaped Sierra Leone to star for LAFC
The explosion outside of his school. The vultures feasting on corpses in the streets. The water gushing into the boat that was ferrying him to…
‘Confessions of a Good Samaritan’ review: Need that kidney?
When documentary filmmaker Penny Lane chose to donate a kidney to a stranger — the dramatic crux of her new “Confessions of a Good Samaritan”…
‘Touch’ review: Flirting in Japanese kitchen, confidentially
Director Baltasar Kormákur, who’s forged a comfortable career toggling between Hollywood tales set in far-flung spots (“Beast,” “Adrift”) and films set in his native Iceland,…
What should Democrats do now? L.A. Times columnists slug it out
It seems as though we’re at a hinge point in our country’s history.Or, at the least, living through some very strange and scary times.A former…
This perfect summer L.A. hike has free parking, shade and a waterfall
Editor’s note: This newsletter is all about featuring a variety of exciting voices from SoCal’s outdoors scene. Starting this month, that voice belongs to Times…
Why haven’t the Dodgers rewarded Dave Roberts with a new contract?
Everyone knows how this will play out — the way it plays out every year. As the postseason approaches, the whispers will increase in volume.…