Former UCLA basketball player Jalen Hill dead at 22
The news was confirmed by Hill's father via Instagram on Tuesday. According to the family, he had recently gone to Costa Rica where he was reported missing.
Rapper PnB Rock fatally shot at Roscoe's Chicken 'n Waffles in South LA
The shooting happened at around 1:20 p.m. at the Roscoe's located on W. Manchester Avenue, when the suspect approached PnB Rock and his girlfriend as they were eating.
The Weeknd cuts sold-out SoFi Stadium show short after losing voice
"I can't give you the concert I want to give you right now," the singer said after cutting the show short Saturday evening. He promised to make sure attendees got their money back and that he would make a return to the area for another performance soon.
What is Mamba Day?
Aug. 24 was designated in honor of the late Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant, whose jersey numbers #8 and #24 have both been retired by the team.
Angelenos celebrate Mamba Day; commemorate Kobe Bryant with massive mural downtown
The mural, the largest ever unveiled featuring the former Lakers legend, comes on Mamba Day, the annual celebration of the life and career of Kobe Bryant.
Angels owner Arte Moreno exploring possible sale of franchise
The news, announced on the Angels home website, said that the Moreno family "have ultimately come to the conclusion that now is the time."
Athletes, celebrities remember Kobe on his birthday
Kobe Bryant, who was killed with his daughter Gianna and seven others in a tragic helicopter crash in 2020, would have been 44 years old today.
Iconic Channel Street Skatepark to reopen Sunday after closing in 2014
Channel Street was originally closed down as part of the 110 Freeway expansion in 2014. Now, nearly 10 years later, a group of local skateboarders and community members have combined efforts to rebuild and legalize the legendary DIY skatepark.
Dodgers broadcaster injured while riding down Bernie's Slide in Milwaukee
Video shows Vassegh hurtling down the slide before slamming into a wall where he wound up fracturing his wrist and six ribs. The broadcaster seems to be taking the incident in stride, making an on-air appearance as soon as the fifth inning, where he showed off a brand new wrist cast.
Reports: Lakers ink LeBron James to two-year extension worth $97.1 milion
James, now 37, is heading into his 20th season in the NBA. The deal also includes a player option for a third year. He is now the highest-earning player in NBA history.
UC Presidents: USC, UCLA departure will cost remaining schools $13 million
The meeting was scheduled so fellow regents could hear a repot from UC President Michael Drake, who has assessed the effect that UCLA's departure from the PAC-12 to the Big Ten will have on their system.
Chargers set to extend star safety Derwin James for four years, $76.5 million
Once finalized, the extension will make James the highest-paid safety in NFL history, making more than $19 million a year.
Walker Buehler to undergo season-ending surgery; Dodgers set to recall Dustin May from IL
Buehler was originally placed on the injured list on June 10 with hope to return by the playoffs. While they did not disclose the extent of the injury, the Dodgers announced they were set to recall young flamethrower Dustin May, who is coming off of a lengthy recovery from Tommy John surgery.
Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer sued by woman who accused him of sexual assault
Bauer was recently suspended by Major League Baseball for 324 games despite being cleared of criminal charges by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office in February.
Fond farewell: Family, friends gather in Westlake Village for Vin Scully's final sign-off
The funeral mass was held at the legendary Dodgers broadcaster's beloved St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, with some familiar faces included Nomar Garciaparra and Steve Garvey in attendance.