Alexander: These UCLA Bruins certainly are not in ruins

UCLA guard Jules Bernard (1) takes a shot over BYU guard Alex Barcello (13) during the second half of a first-round game in the NCAA college basketball tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Saturday, March 20, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast) BYU center Richard Harward (42) grabs a rebound as teammate Caleb Lohner (33) and UCLA…

Asian American leaders in Orange County condemn anti-Asian violence after Georgia shootings

Garden Grove Mayor Pro Tem Kim Nguyen is tired of having to explain to White people the history of racist, anti-Asian violence in the United States. “I’m exhausted, and quite frankly, I didn’t want be here today,” Nguyen said, speaking into a microphone at a news conference Saturday in Fullerton alongside other Asian American elected…

Caleb Ferguson can only watch Dodgers as he recovers from Tommy John surgery

GLENDALE, Ariz. — You and Caleb Ferguson probably have something in common. He watched the Dodgers win the World Series from the comfort of his couch too. “I thought about flying down to Texas,” said Ferguson who was home in Ohio in the early stages of rehab from Tommy John surgery. “But it already really…

Caleb Ferguson can only watch Dodgers as he recovers from Tommy John surgery

GLENDALE, Ariz. — You and Caleb Ferguson probably have something in common. He watched the Dodgers win the World Series from the comfort of his couch too. “I thought about flying down to Texas,” said Ferguson who was home in Ohio in the early stages of rehab from Tommy John surgery. “But it already really…

Rams report: How they look with free agents gone, draft ahead

The NFL salary cap and draft ensure that every team, even the league’s best and worst, is some combination of strengths and weaknesses. The Rams have battled the salary cap in the first week of free agency, and now begin to home in on the three-day draft that begins April 29 (although the first of…

Bob Baffert: Life Is Good to miss the Santa Anita Derby

If trainer Bob Baffert is going to win a record seventh Kentucky Derby on May 1, he’ll have to accomplish the feat without Life Is Good, injured Saturday while preparing for the Santa Anita Derby. Life Is Good, unbeaten in three starts during his brief career, worked 6 furlongs in a bullet 1:11.40 (fastest of…

Report: California needs to better track and test drugged drivers

Nearly five years after California voters legalized cannabis, a new state report is recommending a series of changes to better track and test for drivers impaired by marijuana and other drugs. Those recommendations from the California Highway Patrol’s Impaired Driving Task Force are expected to trigger a series of new and revived bills in the…

Recipes: Make these tempting appetizers for Passover

The week-long holiday of Passover, which begins on Saturday evening, March 27 is the most popular festival on the Jewish calendar. In spite of the restrictions on what foods are permitted, many people’s fondest food memories are of Passover meals. The challenge in Passover cooking is to make menus satisfying. Bread is not allowed, and…

Caleb Ferguson can only watch Dodgers as he recovers from Tommy John surgery

GLENDALE, Ariz. — You and Caleb Ferguson probably have something in common. He watched the Dodgers win the World Series from the comfort of his couch too. “I thought about flying down to Texas,” said Ferguson who was home in Ohio in the early stages of rehab from Tommy John surgery. “But it already really…

Rams report: How they look with free agents gone, draft ahead

The NFL salary cap and draft ensure that every team, even the league’s best and worst, is some combination of strengths and weaknesses. The Rams have battled the salary cap in the first week of free agency, and now begin to home in on the three-day draft that begins April 29 (although the first of…

Bob Baffert: Life Is Good to miss the Santa Anita Derby

If trainer Bob Baffert is going to win a record seventh Kentucky Derby on May 1, he’ll have to accomplish the feat without Life Is Good, injured Saturday while preparing for the Santa Anita Derby. Life Is Good, unbeaten in three starts during his brief career, worked 6 furlongs in a bullet 1:11.40 (fastest of…

Report: California needs to better track and test drugged drivers

Nearly five years after California voters legalized cannabis, a new state report is recommending a series of changes to better track and test for drivers impaired by marijuana and other drugs. Those recommendations from the California Highway Patrol’s Impaired Driving Task Force are expected to trigger a series of new and revived bills in the…

Despite slim margin for error, Lakers remain stoic after LeBron James’ injury

While no Laker emerged from Saturday’s loss to the Hawks more banged-up than LeBron James, it didn’t mean his teammates were unscathed. Dennis Schröder (16 points) looked shaken up in the fourth quarter after diving for a loose ball and walking slowly into a timeout afterward. But in his postgame media session, he was reluctant…

Despite slim margin for error, Lakers remain stoic after LeBron James’ injury

While no Laker emerged from Saturday’s loss to the Hawks more banged-up than LeBron James, it didn’t mean his teammates were unscathed. Dennis Schröder (16 points) looked shaken up in the fourth quarter after diving for a loose ball and walking slowly into a timeout afterward. But in his postgame media session, he was reluctant…

Chargers continue to bolster offensive line with Oday Aboushi

Matt Feiler, the Chargers’ recent free-agent acquisition, wasn’t sure which offensive guard spot he’ll mandate this upcoming season. He might have a better idea Saturday morning after the Chargers announced they agreed to terms with offensive guard Oday Aboushi. Aboushi, a nine-year veteran, agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal, according to NFL Network’s Mike…

Lawsuit may be game changer in battle against cities hostile to new housing

While there are differing opinions on how to best address California’s dire housing crisis, the fact remains that by any metric, the supply of housing has woefully failed to meet the overwhelming demand. This is particularly true in Southern California, where according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the Los Angeles-Orange County area…

Why your ‘cash’ offer for a house might be a stinker

Last week, we explored the Love Letter, the emotional attempts to use a personal story to sway the sellers, and how they are now seen as ill-advised and should neither be submitted nor accepted as a part of an offer to buy a house. So, without such a personal missive, what can buyers do to…

Report: California needs to better track and test drugged drivers

Nearly five years after California voters legalized cannabis, a new state report is recommending a series of changes to better track and test for drivers impaired by marijuana and other drugs. Those recommendations from the California Highway Patrol’s Impaired Driving Task Force are expected to trigger a series of new and revived bills in the…

Recipes: Make these tempting appetizers for Passover

The week-long holiday of Passover, which begins on Saturday evening, March 27 is the most popular festival on the Jewish calendar. In spite of the restrictions on what foods are permitted, many people’s fondest food memories are of Passover meals. The challenge in Passover cooking is to make menus satisfying. Bread is not allowed, and…