Ex-NBA player Damon Jones first to plead guilty in pair of gambling cases
Federal prosecutors charged 34 defendants across two indictments, alleging sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
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Federal prosecutors charged 34 defendants across two indictments, alleging sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
Amen Thompson scored 23 points, Tari Eason added 20 and the Houston Rockets avoided elimination with a 115-96 rout of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of the Western Conference playoff series.
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, Marcus Smart had eight points in overtime and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of a Houston Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference first-round series.
LeBron James had 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers outlasted the Houston Rockets for a 101-94 victory and a stunning 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
Luke Kennard scored a career playoff-high 27 points, LeBron James had 19 points and 13 assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers capitalized on Kevin Durant's injury absence for a 107-98 victory over the Houston Rockets in the opener of their first-round playoff series.
Stephen Curry scored 27 of his 35 points in the second half, Al Horford hit four 3-pointers during Golden State's electrifying fourth-quarter comeback and the Warriors advanced in the NBA's play-in tournament with a 126-121 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
LeBron James had 18 points, six assists and four rebounds in the first half, and the Los Angeles Lakers tuned up for the postseason with a 131-107 win over the Utah Jazz.
Bennedict Mathurin scored 20 points off the bench as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-110.
LeBron James had 28 points, 12 assists and six rebounds, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers clinched home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs with their 101-73 victory over the Phoenix Suns.
Deni Avdija scored 35 points, Donovan Clingan had 18 points and 13 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 116-97 to take the inside track for the eighth seed in the Western Conference.
The Oklahoma City Thunder clinched the NBA's best regular-season record with a 128-110 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Kawhi Leonard scored 34 points and hit six 3-pointers in the Los Angeles Clippers' 116-103 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 points and eight assists, and Isaiah Joe hit six 3-pointers in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 123-87 victory over the injury-depleted Los Angeles Lakers.
Kawhi Leonard scored 26 points and the Los Angeles Clippers snapped a two-game skid by beating the Sacramento Kings 138-109 to improve their playoff positioning.
Cooper Flagg scored 45 points and the Dallas Mavericks ended their longest home losing streak in 32 years at 14 games with a 134-128 victory over the depleted Los Angeles Lakers.
Austin Reaves will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers' regular season with a Grade 2 oblique muscle injury.
Luka Doncic will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers' regular season with a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring, the team says.
De'Aaron Fox scored 22 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 118-99 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Los Angeles Lakers 139-96 in a game in which NBA leading scorer Luka Doncic left due to injury.
Deni Avdija had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Jrue Holiday hit seven 3s and finished with 30 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 114-104 and snap their five-game win streak.
Luka Doncic scored 42 points with 12 assists, Deandre Ayton added 18 points with nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to four games with a 127-113 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
LeBron James had 21 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds, Austin Reaves added 19 points and nine assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers rolled to a 120-101 win over the Washington Wizards on Monday night despite not having Luka Doncic, who was serving a one-game suspension after getting called for his 16th technical foul of the season on Friday.
Bennedict Mathurin scored 28 points, John Collins 22 and Kawhi Leonard 20 as the Los Angeles Clippers got past the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks 127-113 on Sunday for their fifth consecutive win.
Luka Doncic had 41 points and eight rebounds while also picking up his suspension-triggering 16th technical foul during the Los Angeles Lakers' 116-99 victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
Kawhi Leonard made a jumper with 0.4 seconds remaining, and the Los Angeles Clippers rallied from a 24-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 114-113.
The Santa Barbara Courthouse has become one of the most sought-after venues in the state, giving couples the chance to tie the knot for a little over $200.
An investigation is underway in Laguna Beach, where a woman in her 60s was found dead inside her home on Monday.
While many will seek refuge at the coast, beachgoers are warned that tropical storm Elida is bringing high surf and rip currents to SoCal.
A former LA County Sheriff's deputy pleaded guilty to lying to obtain a search warrant to get GPS tracking information for his client's estranged husband.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The Santa Barbara Courthouse has become one of the most sought-after venues in the state, giving couples the chance to tie the knot for a little over $200.
An investigation is underway in Laguna Beach, where a woman in her 60s was found dead inside her home on Monday.
While many will seek refuge at the coast, beachgoers are warned that tropical storm Elida is bringing high surf and rip currents to SoCal.
A former LA County Sheriff's deputy pleaded guilty to lying to obtain a search warrant to get GPS tracking information for his client's estranged husband.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The Santa Barbara Courthouse has become one of the most sought-after venues in the state, giving couples the chance to tie the knot for a little over $200.
While many will seek refuge at the coast, beachgoers are warned that tropical storm Elida is bringing high surf and rip currents to SoCal.
A former LA County Sheriff's deputy pleaded guilty to lying to obtain a search warrant to get GPS tracking information for his client's estranged husband.
CHP Officer S. Mkrtchyan spotted the kitten on the center median wall while working the 2 Freeway in Glendale and halted traffic to rescue the feline. When officers tried to get the kitten to safety, it climbed into the undercarriage of a parked patrol car.
A Woodland Hills townhouse caught fire during an hours-long police standoff with an alleged domestic violence suspect on Sunday.
An investigation is underway in Laguna Beach, where a woman in her 60s was found dead inside her home on Monday.
Police said that 2,200 pounds of methamphetamine were seized during a search warrant at an Anaheim home.
A Metrolink train carrying approximately 500 people was forced to evacuate in Orange County on Saturday afternoon due to a mechanical issue.
From savory eats to everything fried and sweet treats, there are more than 100 food vendors serving up fair food, and for a chance to try a little of everything, the Taste of the Fair promotion offers samplings for $5 at participating booths.
A 24-year-old man pleaded guilty to robbing three Subway restaurants earlier this year.
An injured bald eagle was rescued from Big Bear Lake by wildlife officials after it was involved in a fight, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation.
Riverside County signed an emergency waiver that allows El Sobrante Landfill to exceed its maximum tonnage limits.
Some Chino residents are voicing their concerns about a proposed 400-megawatt battery storage facility that is set to go before the city's planning commission on Wednesday night.
After nearly 45 years, Riverside County investigators have identified the Jane Doe whose remains were discovered in 1981 as the victim of a Los Angeles County murder.
Nearly 50 years after he was killed in a crash in Riverside County, authorities have finally identified the 18-year-old victim with the help of advances in forensic technology.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Los Angeles County's chief medical examiner is emphasizing the need for greater transparency when it comes to autopsies following celebrity deaths.
The national average for a gallon of gas reached $4.003 on Monday, the first time in over a month it has crossed that threshold, AAA data shows.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
HSI is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
Sen. Darline Graham, who is serving out the remainder of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's term in the Senate, said she will seek a full term for the South Carolina seat her brother held for more than two decades.
HSI is an arm of ICE, meaning the immigration enforcement agency would effectively be investigating incidents involving its own agents.
This is the first time in more than 150 years that a vice president's family had a child while in office.
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
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.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
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.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
Colorado general manager Josh Byrnes helped orchestrate a trade with his former team Monday as the Rockies sent right-hander Seth Halvorsen to the Los Angeles Dodgers for two minor league players.
Free agent forward Matisse Thybulle has signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, a person with knowledge of the agreement said Monday.
Five Yankees pitchers combined on a four-hitter as New York edged the Dodgers 2-1 to split their day-night doubleheader Sunday.
Ryan Johnson struck out five and allowed one run in five solid innings, Jorge Soler and Zach Neto delivered RBI hits and the Los Angeles Angels snapped a four-game skid with a 3-2 win over the Detroit Tigers.
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Los Angeles County's chief medical examiner is emphasizing the need for greater transparency when it comes to autopsies following celebrity deaths.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
After years of trying to bring the film industry back to Hollywood, it seemed that the recently passed tax incentive program was working for California. Now, more than 40 state lawmakers are warning that a provision buried in the new state budget could undo their progress.
A member of the beloved Big Bear bald eagle family was rescued by wildlife officials after it was involved in a fight, according to Friends of Big Bear Valley and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. Joy Benedict reports.
Video shows burglars inside Corona Cards Collectibles on Saturday morning. The owner said he thinks the suspects scoped out the shop before burglarizing it.
Up to $20,000 in stolen memorabilia was taken from a card shop in Corona over the weekend, the store's owner says.
Rina Nakano talks to neighbors and businesses still reeling from the broken water main that flooded part of West Hollywood.
Michele Gile reports from Laguna Beach, where a woman in her 60s was found dead on Monday. Investigators are now working to determine what caused her death.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
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.
