The roar of the crowds is muted this spring, as high school sports continue their return to Southern California. There are a handful of spectators in the stands, sometimes in assigned seating, always 6 feet apart. But under new state guidance, there are no cheerleaders on the sidelines at many games. “Football players are allowed…
Day: March 19, 2021
Tustin overwhelms Crean Lutheran early, rolls to league victory
TUSTIN — The Tustin offense kicked into high gear early in the team’s Empire League football opener against Crean Lutheran on Thursday night at Tustin High School. The Tillers scored touchdowns on their first four possessions on their way to a 42-14 victory. Junior quarterback Riley Kelly, who was sidelined in the second quarter off…
LeBron James, Lakers outduel LaMelo Ball, Hornets
Lakers forward LeBron James scores past Charlotte Hornets center Cody Zeller, right, during the first half of Thursday’s game at Staples Center. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, left, scores past Los Angeles Lakers forward Markieff Morris during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, March 18, 2021, in Los…
Edison continues torrid scoring pace in rout of Newport Harbor
HUNTINGTON BEACH — Braeden Boyles threw for 241 yards and three touchdowns to lead a quick-strike offensive onslaught as Edison cruised to a 47-14 victory over Newport Harbor on Thursday night at Huntington Beach High. The Chargers (2-0) put up 34 points in the first half and scored early and often to overwhelm the Sailors…
Whicker: Beat-up UCLA rallies to beat Michigan State in night of validation
Mick Cronin had not seen John Wooden’s statue yet, the one that sits outside Purdue’s Mackey Arena, just in front of the Pyramid of Success. UCLA hadn’t reached West Lafayette, Indiana until 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday night for practice, and the Bruins were herded through the halls without a chance to wander. Nowadays, Wooden’s image…
California cancels sideline cheerleading, citing coronavirus concerns
The roar of the crowds is muted this spring, as high school sports continue their return to Southern California. There are a handful of spectators in the stands, sometimes in assigned seating, always 6 feet apart. But under new state guidance, there are no cheerleaders on the sidelines at many games. “Football players are allowed…
Orange dominates La Mirada with explosive passing attack
ORANGE — Orange football coach Robert Pedroza was concerned that his team might suffer a letdown after its emotional win over crosstown foe Villa Park last week. The Panther players put his concerns to rest when they dominated La Mirada 40-9 on Thursday at El Modena High’s Fred Kelly Stadium. Orange quarterback Daylen Pedroza, who…
House OKs Dems’ immigration bills for Dreamers, farm workers
By ALAN FRAM WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Thursday to unlatch a gateway to citizenship for young Dreamers, migrant farm workers and immigrants who’ve fled war or natural disasters, giving Democrats wins in the year’s first votes on an issue that faces an uphill climb in the Senate. On a near party-line 228-197 vote,…
South Coast Repertory will perform at Mission San Juan Capistrano this summer
South Coast Repertory will stage its first in-person performances in 16 months this summer when it puts on two outdoor productions at Mission San Juan Capistrano, the theater announced Thursday, March 18. The Pulitzer Prize-winning regional theater company will present “American Mariachi” and “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the mission in a new…
Putin points finger at US after Biden’s ‘killer’ remark
By VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that U.S. President Joe Biden’s remarks about him reflect the past and current problems of the United States. Biden was asked in an interview this week whether he thought Putin was a killer and replied “I do.” Asked about Biden’s comment during a…
Putin points finger at US after Biden’s ‘killer’ remark
By VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that U.S. President Joe Biden’s remarks about him reflect the past and current problems of the United States. Biden was asked in an interview this week whether he thought Putin was a killer and replied “I do.” Asked about Biden’s comment during a…
California cancels sideline cheerleading, citing coronavirus concerns
The roar of the crowds is muted this spring, as high school sports continue their return to Southern California. There are a handful of spectators in the stands, sometimes in assigned seating, always 6 feet apart. But under new state guidance, there are no cheerleaders on the sidelines at many games. “Football players are allowed…
California cancels sideline cheerleading, citing coronavirus concerns
The roar of the crowds is muted this spring, as high school sports continue their return to Southern California. There are a handful of spectators in the stands, sometimes in assigned seating, always 6 feet apart. But under new state guidance, there are no cheerleaders on the sidelines at many games. “Football players are allowed…
House OKs Dems’ immigration bills for Dreamers, farm workers
By ALAN FRAM WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted Thursday to unlatch a gateway to citizenship for young Dreamers, migrant farm workers and immigrants who’ve fled war or natural disasters, giving Democrats wins in the year’s first votes on an issue that faces an uphill climb in the Senate. On a near party-line 228-197 vote,…
South Coast Repertory will perform at Mission San Juan Capistrano this summer
South Coast Repertory will stage its first in-person performances in 16 months this summer when it puts on two outdoor productions at Mission San Juan Capistrano, the theater announced Thursday, March 18. The Pulitzer Prize-winning regional theater company will present “American Mariachi” and “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the mission in a new…
Putin points finger at US after Biden’s ‘killer’ remark
By VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that U.S. President Joe Biden’s remarks about him reflect the past and current problems of the United States. Biden was asked in an interview this week whether he thought Putin was a killer and replied “I do.” Asked about Biden’s comment during a…
Three in a row? Southern California’s eyes are back on Newsom as attorney general pick looms
Could the third time be (another) charm for Southern California in Gov. Gavin Newsom’s political playbook? With now former state Attorney General Xavier Becerra’s confirmation Thursday, March 18, to become the nation’s Health and Human Services secretary, it’s not out of the realm of possibility that once again Newsom could pick his successor from the…
Updated Orange County football schedule: March 19-20
FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Games 7 p.m. unless noted Friday, March 19 EMPIRE LEAGUE Cypress vs. Valencia at Western High Kennedy vs. Pacifica at Bolsa Grande High FREEWAY LEAGUE Fullerton at La Habra Sonora vs. Troy at Fullerton High Sunny Hills at Buena Park GARDEN GROVE LEAGUE Los Amigos vs. Bolsa Grande at Garden Grove High OLYMPIC…
Senate confirms William Burns to be next CIA director
By Jeremy Herb | CNN The Senate on Thursday confirmed William Burns to be President Joe Biden’s CIA director, approving his nomination with no objections after Texas GOP Sen. Ted Cruz lifted his hold. The Senate cleared Burns’ nomination by voice vote on the floor Thursday. Biden tapped Burns as CIA director in January, turning…
Clippers’ Paul George fed up with non-calls: ‘League’s gotta take a look’
From where Paul George is sitting, something smells foul. Sounds foul. It’s too quiet. He’s sure he should be hearing more whistles. Once again Wednesday, the Clippers’ smooth operator lamented the lack of foul calls he has received this season. In this case, George went 5 for 8 at the rim in the Clippers’ loss…