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Comedian Joel Kim Booster marries video game producer Michael Sudsina: 'Never felt so certain'
'Fire Island' star Joel Kim Booster ties the knot with Riot Games producer Michael Sudsina. 'My wedding was the best day of my life, no contest,' the comedian says.
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since 2022
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.06%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.16%.
The Earth keeps getting hotter, and Americans' trust in science is on a down trend
A Pew Research poll shows partisan split over U.S. scientific leadership, with Democrats far more concerned about losing ground than Republicans.
LBCC will soon offer its first bachelor’s degree, starting with library sciences
California cleared the way for community colleges to award four-year degrees, but the programs are still scarce. LBCC hopes to eventually offer more.
Prep talk: Prepare for full-court presses all game in Redondo Union-Mira Costa matchup
South Bay rivals are set to play in a boys' basketball showdown on Friday night at Redondo Union.
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Wednesday
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Wednesday.
Health advocates rally at California State Capitol for affordable healthcare
Dozens of health advocates gathered at the California State Capitol on Wednesday, led by the "Fight for Our Health Coalition."
Federal appeals court upholds California's Prop 50 redistricting maps
A panel of three judges in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals voted 2-1 to dismiss claims by Republicans that the maps favored Latino voters.
Federal judges allow California to use new Democrat-friendly map ahead of 2026 election
A federal three-judge panel on Wednesday allowed California to use a new voter-approved US House map that is designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
Stephen Ross Says It's Difficult to Do Business in California
CEO and Chairman of Related Ross, Founder of Related Companies and Owner of the Miami Dolphins Stephen Ross says it costs too much to do business in California. He speaks to Bloomberg's Caroline Gage. (Source: Bloomberg)
Southland high school girls' basketball top 20 rankings
Unbeaten Ontario Christian tops the rankings provided to The Times from CalHiSports.com.
Why $100 million in endorsements says Shohei Ohtani is the global face of sport
In 2025, the athlete making the most money from sponsorships and endorsements is a baseball player: the Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, of course.
Fire destroys business in North Hills, displaces dozens of neighboring residents
The blaze was threatening a neighboring four-story apartment building where dozens of residents were evacuated.
MUMMIES OF THE WORLD: THE EXHIBITION RETURNS TO THE CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER
/PRNewswire/ -- Mummies of the World: The Exhibition brings together over 30 naturally and intentionally preserved human and animal mummies from South America,...
Disneyland Park attendance reaches 900 million over 70 years in business
Over its 70 years in existence, 900 million people have visited Disneyland, according to a new documentary.
Prof. Dorit Reiss Wins National Award for Distinguished Service in Health Law - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)
Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. She is a leading expert on vaccine law, advising policymakers and providing expert analysis to journalists. Reiss mentors future health law scholars and combats misinformation online through evidence-based public education. Professor Dorit Reiss, a leading voice on vaccine law and policy, has won a national award recognizing her contributions to health law. She received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. Presented at the AALS Annual Meeting in January, the award honors sustained service to public health and the health law academy through advocacy, public education, and mentorship. In presenting the award, Professor Doron Dorfman of Seton Hall Law School, chair-elect of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care, described Reiss as “a committed public health advocate who has used her expertise to influence vaccine policy, research, and practice at both the state and federal levels for nearly two decades.” Reiss leads a widely read vaccine law listserv that provides real-time updates on litigation, regulatory developments, advisory committee proceedings, and public comment opportunities. The resource has become an important tool for lawyers, scholars, journalists, and public health professionals tracking fast-moving developments in vaccine policy. Her service extends to policymaking as well. She has supported vaccine-related legislation in California, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on vaccine mandates and non-medical exemptions, and serves on the Parent Advisory Board of Voices for Vaccines, a parent-led organization focused on reducing vaccine-preventable disease. Dorfman also highlighted Reiss’ active role in robust debates over vaccine safety and related laws and policies. “She directly engages misinformation by responding to anti-vaccination claims on social media with careful, evidence-based rebuttals,” Dorfman said. As federal vaccine policy undergoes significant change, Reiss has become a trusted source for major national news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, which regularly seek her expert analysis on new policies and decisions. Dorfman noted that Reiss is widely respected for her mentorship of health law faculty and scholars. “She is consistently generous with her time—approachable, willing to provide feedback, and a mentor to many in the field, including myself,” he said. At UC Law SF, Reiss brings the spirit of public service into the classroom, helping students understand how legal frameworks translate into real-world public health outcomes. She holds the James Edgar Hervey ’50 Chair of Litigation, a position that recognizes faculty excellence in the field of litigation. The Distinguished Service Award highlights her sustained commitment to evidence-based vaccine policy, public education, and mentorship during a pivotal time for public health law.
Film and TV company attached to 50 Cent invests $124 million in new Louisiana production studios
In an effort to bring the entertainment industry to Louisiana, rapper Curtis Jackson, better known as 50 Cent, is investing $124 million into a new production campus for his company, G-Unit Film & Television.
Newsom says California wealth tax 'really damaging' as billionaires move money, businesses out of state
California Governor Gavin Newsom warns the proposed wealth tax is "damaging," as billionaires and public figures flee state ahead of its potential 2026 ballot measure.
High school basketball: Monday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Monday's games.
California Academy of Science to hold special event to honor Claude, beloved albino alligator
(KRON) — The California Academy of Sciences will hold a special celebration to honor the life and legacy of Claude, San Francisco’s beloved albino alligator. The free event, Claude Forever: A…
UCSD's Math Meltdown: The Cost of Prioritizing Identity Politics Over The Basics
The University of California, San Diego is confronting an academic breakdown that would have been unthinkable a decade ago: a..
California Diver Spots Rare Deep-Sea King-Of-The-Salmon Just 4.6 Meters Below The Surface
Usually found hundreds of meters down in the twilight zone, this fish isn't a salmon, but it is quite regal.
The Times' top 25 high school basketball rankings
A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland this week.
Crossroads students begin push to make pickleball a varsity sport
Their vision has birthed the L.A. High School Pickleball League, the first of its kind in California. It's the beginning of something that could be a sanctioned sport.
California Politics 360 Full Episode | Understanding the proposed budget
The Finance Department projects the state’s deficit will be $2.9 billion – a major difference from the Legislative Analyst’s Office projections of $17.6 billion.
Golden Globes 2026: The complete winners list
The 2026 Golden Globe Awards, hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, will be held on Sunday. Here is the full list of winners and nominees.
No campaign? No problem. Inside California political elites’ shadowy spending
A Sacramento Bee review of over 100 campaign accounts reveals how lawmakers use their war chests to shore up connections and live large.
The Most Shouted-At Politician in America
Scott Wiener—a pro-trans Zionist who wants California to allow more homes—has an extreme tolerance for pushback.
While celebrating Maduro's capture, Venezuelan immigrants worry about deportation
For many of the hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan immigrants facing possible deportation, their relief about the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro was cut by the fear about what comes next from an administration that has zeroed in on Venezuelans as a target.
Inside California Politics: Jan. 9, 2026
(INSIDE CALIFORNIA POLITICS) — This week on Inside California Politics, billionaire real estate magnate Rick Caruso sat down with host Nikki Laurenzo to discuss the one-year anniversary of the dead…
High school basketball: Saturday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Saturday's games.
California wealth tax: See list of over 200 billionaires in the state
California has over 200 billionaires that could be hit by a proposed wealth tax. Several have recently moved assets out of the state.
High school basketball: Friday's boys' and girls' scores
CIF City and Southern Section basketball scores for boys' and girls' games across the Southland on Friday, Jan. 9.
‘Home Alone’ Star Daniel Stern Cited for Soliciting Prostitution: Report
The actor behind ‘Home Alone’ burglar Marv allegedly tried to hire an escort in a California hotel, according to a new report.
‘Home Alone’ Star Daniel Stern Cited for Soliciting Prostitution: Report
The actor behind ‘Home Alone’ burglar Marv allegedly tried to hire an escort in a California hotel, according to a new report.
How to Watch Panthers vs. Rams NFL Wild Card: Time, TV Channel and Live Stream
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the NFL Wild Card Round Carolina Panthers and Los Angeles Rams game, Saturday, Jan. 10.
Letters to Sports: Time for Mick Cronin to fix UCLA's problems
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the state of UCLA basketball, USC football, the Lakers, Angels and Dodgers.
Dr. Oz touts federal crackdown on healthcare fraud by 'foreign influences' in L.A.
Trump officials announced a sprawling probe into benefits fraud across California on Friday, citing what they called a massive, coordinated effort to fleece government healthcare programs.
Gavin Newsom on Democrats, 2028 and His Fruit-only Breakfasts
The California governor is powered by smoothies and bursting with thoughts about U.S. politics.
Legendary announcer Al Michaels will be back to call NFL games on Prime Video in 2026
Al Michaels has been making play-by-play calls for prime time NFL games for 40 years.
How Trump's tariffs ricochet through a Southern California business park
America's trade wars forced Robert Luna to hike prices on the rustic wooden Mexican furniture he sells from a crowded warehouse here, while down the street, Eddie Cole scrambled to design new products to make up for lost sales on his Chinese-made motorcycle accessories.
How Trump's tariffs ricochet through a Southern California business park
By Timothy Aeppel VALENCIA, California, Jan 9 (Reuters) - America's trade wars forced Robert Luna to hike prices on the rustic wooden Mexican furniture he sells from a crowded warehouse here, while
Review: ‘The Notebook: The Musical’ isn’t transcendent, but it locates some wisdom in its transformation to the stage
The musical adaptation of "The Notebook," Nicholas Sparks' romantic novel that was turned into a 2004 film starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams, undergoes some transformation at the Hollywood Pantages.
‘If we open, we have to start over from scratch.’ Businesses still stuck a year after the L.A. fires
One year after the fires, some businesses are rebuilding while others have given up.
High school basketball: Thursday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Thursday's games.
From sea slugs to sunflowers, California Academy of Sciences described 72 new species in 2025
Researchers at the California Academy of Sciences kept busy throughout 2025. Along with collaborators from across the globe, they described 72 new-to-science species from six continents — creatures living in unexplored ocean depths, in plain sight on the Galápagos Islands, and in a U.S. national park. The species include a bird, two worms, two lizards, […]
Newsom contrasts California ‘blueprint’ with Trump’s ‘carnival of chaos’ in final state of state address
The speech comes as Newsom prepares to close out his second term and define his record in office ahead of a possible presidential run. The governor, who has acknowledged he’s “thought about” seeking the Democratic nomination, is term-limited and will leave office in January 2027.
The 'blueprint': Gavin Newsom is ready to sell America on California
Gov. Gavin Newsom gave his eighth and final State of the State address on Thursday.
GOP senators break with Trump to rein in use of military without Congress' approval
The Senate will vote next week on a measure that would block Trump from using military force “within or against Venezuela” without approval from Congress.
Contributor: The year's new political fault lines are already forming
An ICE shooting in Minnesota. A rift in the GOP over foreign interventions. A looming nightmare for Democrats over government waste.
Sergey Brin, Larry Page moved LLC from California before wealth tax
The LLC moved as California's ultrarich weigh leaving ahead of a proposed tax on billionaires that would take effect retroactively starting January 1.
Ontario Christian, Sierra Canyon, JSerra top Southland girls' basketball rankings
Unbeaten Ontario Christian is ranked No. 1 in girls basketball rankings
Sarah Jessica Parker reflects on 52-year TV journey: From 'Little Match Girl' to Carrie Bradshaw
Sarah Jessica Parker reflects on receiving the Golden Globes' Carol Burnett Award, saying goodbye to Carrie Bradshaw, judging the Booker Prize and making a 'Family Stone' sequel.
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Wednesday, Jan. 7
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Wednesday.
Larry Page loosens business ties to CA amid state’s proposed wealth tax, report
Larry Page is reportedly moving assets out of California over concern the state will vote in a tax on billionaires.
Andy Friendly Dies: First ‘Entertainment Tonight’ Producer, Son Of Legendary CBS Newsman Fred Friendly Was 74
Andy Friendly, the son of pioneering CBS newsman Fred Friendly, died Sunday in California.
Full-length Replay: That’s How Life Works
Rajah Caruth goes to victory lane. Jesse Love returns home to California, a place he reluctantly left to fulfill his NASCAR dreams.
Billionaires make strategic moves out of California ahead of proposed wealth tax
California billionaires like Larry Page and Larry Ellison are making business and real estate moves ahead of a proposed 5% wealth tax on assets over $1 billion goes into effect.
California Tech Executives Plot Against Rep. Ro Khanna Over Support of Wealth Tax
It’s hard right now to be a progressive Democrat in the heart of America’s tech industry.
EXCLUSIVE: Hollywood Legend Jeff Bridges Lists Malibu Land for $4.4 Million—After Beloved Family Home Burned in Wildfires
Bridges' longtime Malibu home, which was passed to him by his parents, was destroyed in the California wildfires.
Prep talk: Oaks Christian girls' water polo team setting standard for excellence
The defending Southern Section champion Lions are off to 10-1 start this season in a bid to repeat as Open Division champions.
What Newsom's final State of the State will say about his 2028 run
What Gov. Gavin Newsom says in his final State of the State speech Thursday will tell Californians a lot about his priorities for his last year in office, Joe Garofoli writes.
Michael Reagan's death reverberates among Californians of both parties
Californians on both sides of the political aisle memorialized Michael Reagan, the son of former President Reagan. Michael died earlier this week.
Google co-founder moving business out of California ahead of proposed billionaire tax
‘Fox News @ Night’ panelists discuss calls for investigation into alleged fraud in California and the consequences of the state’s proposed billionaire tax.
Trump administration says it’s withholding social safety net money from 5 states
California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York are targeted.
California Post set to launch Jan. 26 on Fox Lot, Sports hires focus on Dodgers, Lakers
LOS ANGELES — The California Post, the West Coast sister publication of the New York Post, will officially launch Jan.
Billionaire Larry Page moves businesses amid California tax proposal
The Google cofounder has severed ties between California and several of his business entities, including his family office.
Exclusive | Newsom Waives a Fire-Rebuilding Hurdle for Businesses in State Park
California’s governor plans to unveil an executive order aimed at making it easier for some businesses destroyed by last year’s Palisades fire to rebuild.
Health Department to freeze $10 billion in funding to 5 Democratic states
The pause could jeopardize child care and other programs serving hundreds of thousands of households in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York.
Caltech, a Science Powerhouse, Hires Ray Jayawardhana as Its New President
Ray Jayawardhana, the incoming president, is an astrophysicist, but leaders at the California Institute of Technology also praised his credentials as a communicator at a time when science is under attack.
See moments from Doug LaMalfa's career in politics
Republican U.S. Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California has died, lawmakers confirmed on Jan. 6, 2026.
California GOP Congressman Doug LaMalfa dies at 65
Doug LaMalfa, a long-time Republican congressman from Northern Califorina, has died, House GOP leadership announced Tuesday. He was 65.
Republican Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California dies, reducing GOP's narrow control of the House to 218-213
LaMalfa, a former state lawmaker and rice farmer, was first elected to Congress in 2012.
GOP Rep. Doug LaMalfa dies at 65
LaMalfa had served in political office in California for more than two decades.
California bill increases penalties for fake liens used to harass politicians, businesses
A California lawmaker introduced a bill Monday to crack down on fake liens filed against politicians, court employees and businesses that can force victims to spend thousands of dollars in legal fees to clear their names and repair their credit.
Gavin Newsom’s Political Paradoxes
California Governor Gavin Newsom still won’t say for sure whether he plans to run for president in 2028. Nevertheless, he ended 2025 as a frontrunner — if not the frontrunner — in a nascent-but-crowded field of ambitious Democrats eyeing the White House.
How TV shows like 'Percy Jackson' and 'One Piece' fend off the sophomore slump
The marketing experts behind two high-profile TV series pull back the curtain on how they keep their fans engaged during the offseason.
Health Dept. to Freeze $10 Billion in Funding to 5 Democratic States
The funding pause could jeopardize child care and other programs that serve hundreds of thousands of households in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York.
Health Dept. to Freeze $10 Billion in Funding to 5 Democratic States
The funding pause could jeopardize child care and other programs that serve hundreds of thousands of households in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York.
Trump's threats of intervention jolt allies and foes alike
Trump threatened military attacks on five countries, allies as well as adversaries. His threats to annex Greenland drew particular concern across Europe.
Letters to the Editor: Trump’s politics of unpredictability will have serious consequences
'We enter a period where intimidation replaces leadership, and spectacle substitutes foresight,' write an L.A. Times reader.
Will Amy Klobuchar run for Minnesota governor? Walz’s announcement sets off a major midterm shift
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s decision to abandon his bid for a third term has suddenly sparked one of the biggest political questions of the new year: Will Sen. Amy Klobuchar run for governor?
With Trump’s NIH Cuts, New Efforts Are Pushing States To Fund Science
With major NIH cuts under Trump, here are initiatives in states like New York, California and Massachusetts to get state governments to support more scientific research.
Prep talk: Los Alamitos is rising in basketball with young team gaining experience
The Los Alamitos Griffins are an 8-6 team on the rise and have a league showdown with Corona del Mar on Tuesday.
January concerts and shows across Northern California
Explore January concerts and shows across six Northern California counties featuring pop icons, Elvis tributes, and brunch beats.
Lawmakers return to Washington facing Venezuela concerns, shutdown threat
Congress faces major decisions on how to address rising costs of healthcare, prevent another government shutdown and deal with the Trump administration’s handling of the Epstein files.
OpEd: Health Care Keeps Our Economy Alive - Los Angeles Business Journal
Over the past 15 years, California has built one of the most robust health systems in the nation and in the process, it has strengthened the stability of
To 'run' Venezuela, Trump presses existing regime to kneel
Trump and his top aides said they would try to work with Venezuela's new interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, to run the country and its oil sector.
The Times' top 25 high school basketball rankings
A look at the top 25 high school boys' basketball teams in the Southland this week.
Berlin power outage blamed on political extremists
A fire that left over 45,000 households and 2,200 businesses in southwest Berlin without electricity was a politically motivated attack by left-wing extremists, city officials have said
City Section boys' basketball has nowhere to go but up after hitting rock bottom
The exodus of high school basketball talent from LAUSD schools has left the City Section with no more powerhouse programs.
Prep talk: Cleveland wants to challenge ECR, Birmingham for City Section soccer title
Cavaliers, led by Anderson Carranza, face El Camino Real on Wednesday in West Valley League soccer opener.
California vs. Trump: 5 decisions that could reshape the fight in 2026
California’s roller-coaster relationship with President Donald Trump is poised to shift again in 2026 as the state elects a new governor and Gov. Gavin Newsom weighs a run for the White House.
This California political leader wants federal immigration reform. First, she has to survive Trump
Since President Trump's immigration raids began sweeping through California's cities and farm fields, state Senate President Monique Limón has carried a copy of her passport.
Commentary: Unhappy with the choices for California governor? Get real
There's a large and varied field to choose from, even if there are no celebrities or white knights riding to the rescue. Voters are looking for someone to lead the state, not entertain them.
Inside California Politics: Jan. 3, 2026
(INSIDE CALIFORNIA POLITICS) — This week on Inside California Politics, correspondent Eytan Wallace looks at the past and upcoming legislative year and then speaks with Rep. Kevin Kiley about what&…
Lauren Betts leads No. 4 UCLA to dominant victory over No. 17 USC
Lauren Betts finishes with 18 points and 12 rebounds as the UCLA women's basketball control the game from start to finish in a 80-46 win over rival USC.
'I waited for this moment for so long.' Many U.S. Venezuelans praise Maduro capture
The U.S. capture of Nicolás Maduro sparked celebrations among many Venezuelan Americans across the country. Some expressed conflicting feelings, grateful for Maduro's capture but wary of President Trump's U.S. intervention.
Trump says U.S. 'will run' Venezuela after capturing Maduro in audacious attack
Trump offered few details about how the U.S. plans to run Venezuela, saying only that he intends to designate 'a group' from his administration to oversee the eventual transition of power.
Here are six L.A. political stories we're tracking in 2026
Voters will be casting ballots this year for L.A. mayor, city attorney, eight City Council seats and several other offices, along with tax hikes and reform proposals.