Life after LeBron: Austin Reaves embracing new role on new-look Lakers roster
<p>Lakers guard Austin Reaves says he still is processing LeBron James' decision to leave the Lakers, but is happy with the offseason moves the team has made.</p>
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Shaikin: Love it or hate it: Would the Dodgers' NL West rivals call a Tarik Skubal trade overkill?
<p>The Dodgers could make a mockery of their place in the NL West by trading for Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal, who won the last two AL Cy Young awards.</p>
Lakers sign Ziaire Williams to one-year, $3-million deal to bolster their depth
<p>The Lakers sign former Brooklyn Nets forward Ziaire Williams to a one-year contract in a depth-bolstering move.</p>
How France went from World Cup embarrassment in South Africa to soccer super power
<p>France coach Didier Deschamps' leadership and an elite academy system are among the reasons the French are in the midst a World Cup renaissance.</p>
Bonds, Thome, Sabathia, Salmon, Pettitte: 2026 MLB draft picks boast familiar surnames
<p>The accomplishments of the fathers or uncles of several players taken in the 2026 MLB draft by the Dodgers, Angels and other teams loom large.</p>
How Dodgers' Justin Wrobleski went from demotion to All-Star in less than two years
<p>Justin Wrobleski is the only Dodgers pitcher set to appear in Tuesday's All-Star Game. The story of how Wrobleski got there includes plenty of twists and turns.</p>
Shaikin: Inside the Shohei Ohtani Economy driving a wild auction for his worn cleats
<p>The cleats Shohei Ohtani wore during the Dodgers' 2025 season opener in Japan could be yours if you're willing to part with about $1 million.</p>
World Cup semifinals schedule: Start times for every match and how to watch
<p>Everything you need to know to watch and follow the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals, including start times and TV and streaming information for every game.</p>
Hiltzik: While Trump declares that U.S. is enjoying 'best economy ever,' manufacturing jobs have been disappearing
<p>Trump promised a 'golden age' for U.S. manufacturing, but his own policies have hampered investment and job growth.</p>
30,000 mosquitoes to be released in San Gabriel Valley each week to fight mosquitoes
More than 30,000 sterile mosquitoes will be released in the San Gabriel Valley every week through October in an effort to ...
San Gabriel Valley housing trust awards nearly $25 million
The the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments said the action represents the largest single funding commitment in the housing trust's six-year history, deemed a milestone in the region’s affordability efforts.
San Gabriel Valley Comedy Festival Announces 2026 Headliners
The 2026 San Gabriel Valley Comedy Festival headliners include Aparna Nancherla, Brian Kiley, Kiki Yeung, PK, Ahmed Bharoocha, Sally Mullins, Tony Vinh, and more. Audience members enjoy a show at ...
State lawmakers cry foul over new cap placed on film tax credits
<p>More than three dozen state legislators have sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom and state government leaders warning of a threat to the film and TV tax credit program.</p>
Dodgers swept by Diamondbacks in first winless series of season as they stagger into All-Star break
<p>Lackluster hitting paired with two more errors add up to the Dodgers being swept for the first time this season in a 5-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks.</p>
News Analysis: Mexico wins back fans but is still searching for ways to pass familiar World Cup wall
<p>Mexico coach Javier Aguirre did not lead to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1986, but he united players and won over fans.</p>
Shaikin: Angels could've picked any pitcher in America last year. Their pick Tyler Bremner endures
<p>The Angels are accustomed to quickly promoting top talent, but last year's No. 2 draft pick Tyler Bremner is battling injury and personal hurdles.</p>
'Moana' loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening
<p>Disney's live-action remake of 'Moana' came in first at the box office this weekend, but underperformed expectations.</p>
Sparks fire general manager Raegan Pebley amid lackluster season
<p>The Sparks ownership fired general manager Raegan Pebley amid a lackluster season that fell short of her promise to mold a WNBA title-contending roster.</p>
News Analysis: Seven reasons why U.S. men's soccer keeps crashing out of the World Cup
<p>An inefficient youth pipeline, competition from other sports and an inability to develop a superstar are some of the reasons why the U.S. keeps losing in the World Cup.</p>
How VAR, a system designed to correct errors, became this World Cup's biggest villain
<p>VAR, a video replay system implemented to correct blatant errors in soccer, has come under fire for harming the spirit of the game.</p>