California teen killed in shooting at high school football game; suspect in custody
Independence High School was set to kick off its football season against fellow Kern County rival Centennial High, but game...
‘I haven’t done my job.’ Edwin Díaz accepts low-leverage role with Dodgers — for now
Edwin Díaz said he understands the decision of the Dodgers to use him in lower-stake situations rather than immediately relying...
Iran’s president says U.S. memorandum is best path out of war
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday defended the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States in mid-June as the...
Undrafted James Madison star Trent Hendrick commits to UCLA thanks to court ruling
Former James Madison linebacker Trent Hendrick — who went undrafted in the 2026 NFL draft and participated in rookie minicamps...
A landslide at a landfill in the capital of Guinea kills at least 22 people, officials say
CONAKRY, Guinea — A mountainous heap of refuse collapsed at the largest landfill in Guinea’s capital, Conakry, early Sunday killing at least...
Thousands evacuated as Hawk fire burns over 10,000 acres near Reno
Fueled by strong winds, the growing Hawk fire spread from the Sierra foothills threatening the northwest flank of Reno on...
Trump’s economic isolation plan risks Iran strikes across the gulf
President Trump is betting new sanctions, a naval blockade and ramped-up economic pressure against Iran’s trading partners can accomplish what...
Officials warn wildland firefighters about the risks of using a supplement for smoke exposure
SEATTLE — Fire and medical officials have issued warnings about a supplement offered to Western wildland firefighters who have been exposed to...
Raman’s role in tackling homelessness comes under scrutiny in L.A. mayor’s race
Nithya Raman has made Los Angeles’ struggle to combat homelessness a key plank in her mayoral campaign, yet her own...
Veterans Stadium is about to be demolished for a new sports complex. What it meant to Long Beach
After 70 years as the epicenter of Long Beach football, the iconic Veterans Memorial Stadium will be demolished later this...
How Boobie Feaster became one of the USC playmakers to watch at age 17
Long before he arrived at USC, a couple days shy of his 17th birthday, Ethan “Boobie” Feaster had always been...
Even Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez thinks ‘Woke 1’ was crazy
Some of the most powerful investigations into the legacy of slavery have been published in the past decade or so...
Fifty years on the prep beat and still going strong, Eric Sondheimer is a local legend
Fifty years in the shadows, gently nudging Southland kids into the light. “It’s not my story,” said Eric Sondheimer. “It’s...
50 memorable moments from 50 years covering high school sports in Southern California
This is my 50th year covering high school sports in Southern California. Here are my most memorable moments since 1976....
How do I get money back for a check that was stolen and cashed after I mailed it?
Dear Liz: My mail with a check to the IRS was stolen from inside the post office (I dropped it...
