Prep talk: Former Hart star Trenton Irwin makes kids smile for the fifth consecutive year
<p>NFL wide receiver Trenton Irwin holds his fifth annual camp at Hart High School.</p>
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Despite nagging injuries, Taylor Fritz eager to make deep run at Indian Wells
<p>Rancho Palo Verdes resident Taylor Fritz leads a crop of promising young Americans who are pushing to break through the top of pro tennis.</p>
'Control what you can control.' Why Dodgers prospect Ryan Ward continues to wait his turn
<p>Ryan Ward was the Pacific Coast League's MVP playing for triple-A Oklahoma City last season. But gaining a promotion to the Dodgers has been tough with such a loaded roster.</p>
Newsom's fight with Trump and RFK Jr. on public health
<p>California Gov. Gavin Newsom has positioned himself as a national public health leader by staking out science-backed policies in contrast with the Trump administration.</p>
Lakers prove against Knicks they can achieve gritty defensive wins
<p>The Lakers have struggled against the NBA's best teams, but they showed a level of defensive stinginess against the Knicks that could serve them well.</p>
NFL free agency copycats: Teams aim to replicate Seahawks' title-winning blueprint
<p>Malik Willis, Kyler Murray, George Pickens and Jaelen Phillips are among some of the top players available heading into the start of NFL free agency.</p>
Chargers agree to deal with former Dolphins fullback Alec Ingold
<p>Former Miami Dolphins fullback Alec Ingold reunites with Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel in L.A. on a multiyear deal.</p>
Trent McDuffie and Rams agree on richest contract ever for a cornerback
<p>All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie, acquired by the Rams in a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs, agrees to a four-year contract worth $124 million</p>
Earth is warming faster than previously estimated, new study shows
<p>Researchers found the first statistically significant evidence that global warming is accelerating. It's been topic of intense scientific inquiry for years.</p>
Plaschke: UCLA maulers seem destined for national title after bashing Iowa for Big Ten crown
<p>The UCLA women's basketball team rolled to a 51-point win over Iowa in the Big Ten tournament title game, showing it deserves the No. 1 overall seed.</p>
Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves carry LeBron-less Lakers to win over Knicks
<p>Luka Doncic scores 35 points and Austin Reaves 25 points as the Lakers overcome LeBron James' absence in a 110-97 win over the New York Knicks.</p>
With a big $46-million opening for 'Hoppers,' Disney and Pixar see a return to form
<p>Disney and Pixar's 'Hoppers" topped the domestic box office this weekend with $46 million, the highest total for an original animated film since 2017's "Coco."</p>
UCLA women's basketball pummels Iowa, wins back-to-back Big Ten tournament titles
<p>No. 1 seed UCLA dominated the Big Ten tournament title game, rolling to a 96-45 win over No. 2 seed Iowa Sunday. The Bruins went undefeated in Big Ten play.</p>
The Times' top 25 high school baseball rankings
<p>Check out the latest Los Angeles Times top 25 high school baseball rankings.</p>
Nathan Martin wins closest L.A. Marathon in race history, edging Michael Kimani Kamau
<p>It was a historic photo finish at the L.A. Marathon, with Nathan Martin rallying to beat leader Michael Kimani Kamau by 00.01 seconds Sunday.</p>
Revelations from an action-packed high school basketball season as the end nears
<p>City section teams have shined in the playoffs, no single athlete has taken over the boys' basketball player of the year race and more revelations.</p>
Prep talk: Loyola lacrosse team is making noise with domination
<p>Led by leading scorer Tripp King and a solid defense, the Cubs defeated Sierra Canyon 29-0 and Crespi 28-1 this week.</p>
With no help coming, Kings players struggling to prove they're playoff-worthy
<p>The Kings' struggles on the ice combined with a recent rash of injuries forced general manager Ken Holland to not make a major move at the trade deadline.</p>
A YouTube challenge and mantra of joy inspired the UCLA basketball team's viral dance
<p>Charlisse Leger-Walker got more than she expected when she asked the UCLA dance team to teach her and Gabriela Jaquez a routine for her YouTube channel.</p>
Eric Musselman running out of excuses after USC's latest blowout loss to UCLA
<p>USC coach Eric Musselman likes to blame injuries or UCLA fans for the his basketball team's shortcomings, but the Trojans' issues are much deeper.</p>