Leagues Offer Unprecedented Support As Athletes Unite To Fight Racial Injustice
Today, players from several leagues are united along with corporate sponsors who've made Black Lives Matter a part of the American lexicon.
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Today, players from several leagues are united along with corporate sponsors who've made Black Lives Matter a part of the American lexicon.
The Walt Disney Co. has announced a partnership with Colin Kaepernick's production firm to develop programming focused on race and equity issues.
The Chargers head coach said on a conference call today that though he's happy with the three quarterbacks the team has, 'you can never have too many people waiting on the runway.'
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell shared a message Friday on behalf of the league condemning racism and apologizing for not listening to players earlier.
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian is resigning from the board and urges the company to replace him with a black candidate and pledges to "use future gains on my Reddit stock to serve the black community, chiefly to curb racial hate."
His lawsuit accused the league of colluding against him to prevent him from playing over his choice to kneel during the national anthem of football games.
Several major acts reportedly declined to perform at the Super Bowl half-time show over the NFL's handling of Colin Kaepernick and the national anthem kneeling debate. Artists like Rihanna, Jay-Z and Cardi B were among the stars who reportedly declined the offer.
Washington signed Josh Johnson earlier this week after saying there was discussion about Kaepernick, but not enough time to familiarize him with the system.
Top gymnasts criticized her connection to a law firm accused of covering up abuse by Larry Nassar and for an anti-Nike tweet she sent after unsigned NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick was enlisted in the company's ad campaign.
The owner, who is known as "Bowtie Barber," said he had the doll has been hanging in his shop since 2016, when the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback first took a knee during the national anthem, igniting a firestorm.
After Nike's Colin Kaepernick campaign spurred an ongoing debate across the U.S., a Louisiana mayor banned the brand's products from his city's recreation facilities.
Over a photo of a cut up Nike T-shirt, McGaugh Elementary School Principal Roni Burns-Ellis wrote on her personal Facebook page: "My newest rag! When Nike signs an anti-American thug to represent their brand, I will not support, wear, purchase or endorse their product."
The company announced that the unsigned free agent, who is known for kneeling during the national anthem to bring attention to racial injustices, would join the company's signature campaign.
Nike marked the 30th anniversary of the campaign with a new ad that said, "Believe in something. Even if it means sacrificing everything."
Nike is throwing its weight behind one of the most polarizing figures in football, and America: former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick.
The former quarterback's lawyers are reportedly looking to depose several members of the administration in their collusion case against the NFL.
Kerr argued that the NFL's decision was one that pandered to their fan base and created hysteria
The announcement comes a day after Papa John's said it would end its sponsorship of the league.
The company's relationship with the league became strained after its founder John Schnatter criticized NFL leadership over national anthem protests by players.
Wide receiver Torrey Smith, who raised his fist on the field to express solidarity with the "Black Lives Matter" movement, expressed his disapproval of Trump's war against players who take a knee during the national anthem to protest racism.
Trump issued a Super Bowl message on Sunday that, in keeping with the White House's opposition to NFL protests against police brutality and racial injustice, included a line about standing for the national anthem.
The ACLU decided to keep Kaepernick's appearance secret for his safety, as he has been the target of death threats.
The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback began kneeling instead of standing during the national anthem last season to protest racial inequality and police brutality.
Jason La Canfora said in a series of tweets on Sunday that he was relaying previous reporting about Kaepernick.
Quarterback Colin Kaepernick tells CBS he'll stand during national anthem if given chance to play football in NFL again.
California gas prices reached their highest mark since 2023 as the last oil shipment from the Strait of Hormuz arrived at a Los Angeles County port.
Munetaka Murakami hit his 14th homer and Miguel Vargas also went deep as the Chicago White Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-0.
Firefighters said that one of the drivers was detained at the scene by bystanders before being taken to a nearby hospital in unknown condition.
It happened just before 6:15 a.m. at a home in the 2400 block of Strathmore Avenue in Rosemead, according to a news release from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Kyle Tucker homered and drove in two runs against his former team to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 8-3 win over the Houston Astros.
California's top insurance regulator says the state is seeking millions of dollars in penalties from State Farm after an investigation found the insurance company violated state law while handling claims from the 2025 Los Angeles-area wildfires.
California gas prices reached their highest mark since 2023 as the last oil shipment from the Strait of Hormuz arrived at a Los Angeles County port.
Firefighters said that one of the drivers was detained at the scene by bystanders before being taken to a nearby hospital in unknown condition.
Through her attorney, Britney Spears pleaded guilty to reckless driving in her DUI case.
It happened just before 6:15 a.m. at a home in the 2400 block of Strathmore Avenue in Rosemead, according to a news release from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
California gas prices reached their highest mark since 2023 as the last oil shipment from the Strait of Hormuz arrived at a Los Angeles County port.
Firefighters said that one of the drivers was detained at the scene by bystanders before being taken to a nearby hospital in unknown condition.
It happened just before 6:15 a.m. at a home in the 2400 block of Strathmore Avenue in Rosemead, according to a news release from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
"Fans attending games on the pilot dates are encouraged to take advantage of this service and share feedback to shape future offerings," the City of Torrance wrote in a news release.
The 26-year-old man was ordered to remain behind bars in lieu of $1.4 million bail and is due back in court on June 8 after pleading not guilty to the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a UCLA student in March and the alleged rape of a woman in Culver City in October 2025.
Some light showers could pass through Southern California overnight on Monday and Tuesday.
Following the Orange County death of victim Ed Ashman on Thursday, new charges of involuntary manslaughter for the teen's mother were announced by the DA on Friday.
Ocean experts say to expect more shark sightings through the summer. "It is gearing up to be a sharky summer," said Chris Lowe, the director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach.
The redesignation of All American Way to Charlie Kirk Way is "in honor of slain activist Charlie Kirk," according to Westminster City Council documents. The name change was approved by the city council in a 4–1 vote last fall.
The crash happened at around 11:50 a.m. near Newland Street, police said.
Some light showers could pass through Southern California overnight on Monday and Tuesday.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies fatally shot a man who was wanted in connection with an alleged assault in the Oak Hills area, near Hesperia, on Saturday.
Riverside County firefighters have fully contained the Gopher Fire, which broke out in southern Riverside County on Saturday afternoon and temporarily forced evacuation orders for some residents.
The team will move from El Segundo to the Coachella Valley beginning with the 2026-27 season.
The Sunshine Motel, at 570 N. H Street, was also found to be unsafe due to health and safety violations and was red-tagged for closure.
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
At least 18 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt lashed out at his opponents in a new attack ad.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Munetaka Murakami hit his 14th homer and Miguel Vargas also went deep as the Chicago White Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-0.
Kyle Tucker homered and drove in two runs against his former team to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 8-3 win over the Houston Astros.
Mark Vientos hit two home runs and right-hander Clay Holmes allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 on Sunday.
Justin Wrobleski tossed six scoreless innings to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1 to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Los Angeles placed left-hander Yusei Kikuchi on the 15-day injured list Sunday with shoulder inflammation and purchased the contract of left-hander Tayler Saucedo from Triple-A Salt Lake.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Just a week after the two-weekend Coachella Music Festival left Indio, the Empire Polo Club grounds were flooded by country music fans for Stagecoach. Police arrested 119 people during the three-day event, most of whom were arrested for possession of alcohol under 21 years of age.
The Stagecoach Music Festival was evacuated on Saturday night due to extreme winds blowing in the area.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
A bear surprised neighbors and pets in a Pacoima neighborhood as it wandered from yard to yard on Monday morning. Wildlife experts tranquilized the bear and returned it to the Angeles National Forest.
The Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation on Monday announced an agreement to purchase the historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, which is expected to close as early as the end of the month. Joy Benedict reports.
Evelyn Taft tracks the light showers coming to Southern California.
An armed suspect who was wanted for the alleged attempted murder of an LA County sheriff's deputy was arrested following a nearly 12-hour standoff in Beverly Hills on Sunday, during which he was also holding a hostage. Jeff Nguyen reports.
It is estimated that between 10 to 25 percent of people experiencing homelessness have pets, but access to veterinary care is often out of reach.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
