Ziwe interviewed ex-Congressman George Santos. Here’s what happened
Former GOP Congressman George Santos sat down for an interview with comedian Ziwe Fumudoh following his expulsion from Capitol Hill. Ziwe is known for her…
Richard Hunt dies: Sculptor welded art inspired by Emmett Till, Ida B. Wells, others
Richard Hunt, a prolific sculptor who was influenced by the civil rights movement and whose public art can be seen across the United States, has…
Norman Lear died of cardiac arrest, death certificate says
Official details about the death of groundbreaking TV producer Norman Lear came to light Monday following the publication of his death certificate. The informational copy…
One year of Trump’s praise for authoritarians
“Donald Trump channeled his role models as he parroted Adolf Hitler, praised Kim Jong Un, and quoted Vladimir Putin while running for president on a…
The epic floods finally receded, but the misery remains in poor California farm towns
PLANADA, Calif. — It’s been nearly a year since Erica Lopez Bedolla and her children fled their home as dangerous floodwaters rose around them, washing through…
I’m a long-suffering Aston Villa fan… but after best year in club’s 149-year history it’s not barmy to dream of title
These are strange times for Villa fans. Up to now their Premier League history is made up of odd flashy wins followed by long periods of…
Prep Rally: Here is the football player of the year at each position
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s awards time for the 2023 high school football season, and…
Pope Francis’ 87th birthday closes out big year of efforts to reform church, cement his legacy
“It was quite a year for a pope who’s obviously thinking about legacy and finishing up,” said Christopher Bellitto, professor of history at Kean University…
Tiger, Charlie Woods upstaged by Langer duo at PNC Championship
A walking, talking definition of privilege is the child of a professional athlete making good in the same sport. Hanging out in locker rooms, getting…
Environmentalists investing in Big Oil? Inside the surprising stock portfolios of California lawmakers
SACRAMENTO — Environmentalists with stock in oil companies. A vocal social media critic with hundreds of thousands of dollars invested in the owners of Facebook and…
The Times’ football player of the year: Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa
Taking off like a swan dive into a pool of water, Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa landed on top of the pile, his body weight forcing the Corona…
Newsom draws no enthusiasm in next-door Nevada for White House bid
HENDERSON, Nev. — When David Mulcrone looks to the 2024 presidential race, he’s filled with a combination of resignation and determination. Gay and Latino, he no…
‘Taste of Things’ review: Exquisite culinary drama is served
Since it premiered and won a directing prize at the Cannes Film Festival last May, Tran Anh Hung’s “The Taste of Things” has been described…
Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Partridge are dating, seen kissing
Olivia Rodrigo seems happier with Louis Partridge by her side. The couple was photographed laughing between kisses in New York City on Wednesday, seemingly confirming…
El Niño landing? Rain expected in Los Angeles
Rain is expected to finally roll through Los Angeles and Southern California starting Monday and continuing through next week, according to the National Weather Service.…
Letters to Sports: MLB allowing Dodgers to play unfair against small-market teams
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts and opinions on Shohei Ohtani, the Chargers firing Brandon Staley and the Lakers. Source…
These are the Food team’s favorite stories published this year
There are words like “petabytes” and “quintillion” to describe how much digital data the world generates daily. We can’t possibly catch every deeply researched, heartfelt…
‘Militia enthusiast’ gets over 4 years in prison for attacking police with baton during Jan. 6 riot
WASHINGTON — A Michigan man described by prosecutors as a self-professed militia leader was sentenced Friday to more than four years in prison for attacking law…
Frankie Muniz, 38, says he’s never had a drink or tried any drugs
When Frankie Muniz, at age 38, says he’s never had a drink or done any drugs, people react in one of two ways. “Everyone was…
Stuff your 2023 Christmas stockings with these memoirs of California life
Writing a memoir is both an act of selfishness and selflessness. On one hand, who are you to think that your life is important enough…