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Diogo Jota, soccer forward for Liverpool and Portugal, dies in car crash with his brother
<p>Diogo Jota, forward for Liverpool and Portugal soccer teams, dies in a car crash in Spain with brother André Silva, a player in Portugal's second-tier league.</p>
ICE seeks to deport Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr., alleges links to Sinaloa cartel
<p>U.S. officials have arrested prominent boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. and are working to deport him, saying he has 'an active arrest warrant in Mexico for his involvement in organized crime and trafficking firearms, ammunition, and explosives.'</p>
'Super grateful' Clayton Kershaw, Dodger teammates bask in glow of 3,000th strikeout
<p>More people have flown to the moon than have struck out 3,000 major league hitters. And for Clayton Kershaw entering such an elite club will be a big piece of his legacy.</p>
'I knew he was going to get it.' Dodgers fans celebrate Clayton Kershaw's big night
<p>Dodger Stadium pulsed with anticipation and jubilation as Clayton Kershaw struggled before finally reaching the 3,000 career strikeout milestone.</p>
Supreme Court to decide if federal law bars transgender athletes from women's teams
<p>The Supreme Court will consider whether biological sex, not gender identity, determines who can be on a women's team.</p>
Hernández: Can LeBron James help maddening Deandre Ayton transform into a reliable center?
<p>Deandre Ayton is known more for his flaws and lack of accountability, but Dylan Hernández writes the Lakers might inspire him to improve dramatically.</p>
'Chaotic and deeply frightening': Once a global gold standard, U.S. government health guidance is falling apart
<p>Government-provided health information now comes with disclaimers that the government can't be trusted.</p>
Federal contractors improperly dumped wildfire-related asbestos waste at L.A. landfills
<p>Cleanup crews contracted by the Army Corp of Engineers dumped asbestos-tainted wildfire debris in landfills that they shouldn't have, according to government records.</p>
Hiltzik: With 'Alligator Alcatraz,' Trump and DeSantis define their immigration policy as a tragic farce
<p>Trump tours Florida's new detention camp as ICE continues to harass brown-skinned workers and onlookers in California.</p>
Plaschke: There are 3,000 reasons Clayton Kershaw is the greatest pitcher in Dodger history
<p>Sandy Koufax remains a Dodgers legend, but Bill Plaschke argues that Clayton Kershaw is the greatest pitcher in Dodgers history.</p>
Photos: Kershaw's road to 3,000
<p>The Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw's road to 3,000 strikeouts started in his very first game, when he struck out Skip Schumaker of the St. </p>
Clayton Kershaw reaches 3,000 career strikeouts, is 20th pitcher to do so in MLB history
<p>The Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw became the fourth left-hander in MLB history to reach 3,000 career strikeouts against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium.</p>
Lakers announce Summer League roster, schedule
<p>The team, featuring Bronny James, Dalton Knecht and other rookies and young players, will open play Saturday in San Francisco at the California Classic.</p>
Bronny James plays coy about father LeBron's future with Lakers
<p>The second-year guard says he doesn't pay attention to the rumors about his superstar father possibly seeking a trade. "He just tells me not to worry about it."</p>
Dodgers' All-Star lineup record quest fizzles with 3 of 8 finalists voted as starters
<p>Eight Dodgers were finalists for the National League starting lineup in the All-Star Game. Three were voted in while five finished second, as did the Angels' Mike Trout.</p>
Things to do in the San Fernando Valley, LA area, June 26-July 4
Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area.
San Fernando Valley Pride celebrated on Saturday in Van Nuys
San Fernando Valley’s LGBTQ+ community and family and friends wrapped up Pride Month at Saturday’s march and festival.
Dodgers DEI efforts target of federal civil rights complaint filed by conservative group
<p>The lawsuit, filed Monday with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission by America First Legal, also named the Dodgers' ownership group, Guggenheim Partners.</p>
Lakers agree to terms with former Portland center Deandre Ayton
<p>The Lakers, in need of another big man, land the former Trail Blazers center, who had his contract bought out by Portland, for two years at $16 million.</p>
Acrobat Red Panda takes scary tumble from elevated unicycle during WNBA halftime show
<p>Red Panda, the iconic acrobat known for her high-flying, bowl-flipping unicycle act, fell hard during a halftime performance at WNBA Commisioner's Cup final.</p>