WASHINGTON — Donald Trump’s first impeachment trial centered on a phone call Americans never heard with the leader of a country very far away. The trial went on for two weeks of he-said-she-said. There was a mountain of evidence to pore over but not one drop of blood to see. Trump’s second impeachment trial was…
Year: 2021
Americans’ lust to ‘cancel’ should spark soul searching
SACRAMENTO – After annoying some progressive activists years ago over a column I wrote about a property dispute between a predominantly Latino school district and one of its neighbors, I had to sit through a meeting where I was questioned about my ethnic sensitivity. It was a weird feeling given that my column covered land-use…
The Latest: Italy keeps ski slopes closed, a blow to tourism
By The Associated Press ROME — On the eve of what was supposed to finally be the much-delayed opening of Italy’s ski slopes, the government yanked permission because high circulation of a coronavirus variant. Health Minister Roberto Speranza’s ordinance on Sunday forbidding amateur skiing at least until March 5 effectively kills hopes of ski lift…
Clippers’ bench is blossoming right on cue
The Clippers’ bench is blooming. It’s a different arrangement this season, of course, without the star-bright pairing of Montrezl Harrell and Lou Williams overwhelming opposing reserves and dominating Sixth Man of the Year voting. But it’s what Marcus Morris Sr. envisioned when he volunteered to come off the bench before playing his first game this…
Collin Welp, UC Irvine win rematch with UC Riverside
UC Irvine’s total team effort Saturday at UC Riverside was a huge difference from what it turned in Friday. But it really couldn’t have been worse. A day after a 21-point loss to the Highlanders, the Anteaters came back with an impressive 73-67 win to split the weekend series and regain some confidence. The big…
Dodgers 2021 spring training position preview: infield
Dodgers pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report for spring training on Wednesday. As we count down to the opening of camp, we’re doing a breakdown of the different position groups on their roster. Today, we conclude the five-part series with a look at the infield. Previously: catchers, outfielders, bullpen and starting rotation 2020 RECAP…
Ronny Rios has a weighty win, Jo Jo Diaz suffers a draw at Fantasy Springs
It was a pop quiz. Ronny Rios spent 12 rounds popping Oscar Negrete, from hairline to beltline. When it was over and his hand was raised in the middle of the ring at Fantasy Springs Resort, Rios said he would only give himself a C. He did say he’s looking forward to finals. Rios continued…
Americans’ lust to ‘cancel’ should spark soul searching
SACRAMENTO – After annoying some progressive activists years ago over a column I wrote about a property dispute between a predominantly Latino school district and one of its neighbors, I had to sit through a meeting where I was questioned about my ethnic sensitivity. It was a weird feeling given that my column covered land-use…
Americans’ lust to ‘cancel’ should spark soul searching
SACRAMENTO – After annoying some progressive activists years ago over a column I wrote about a property dispute between a predominantly Latino school district and one of its neighbors, I had to sit through a meeting where I was questioned about my ethnic sensitivity. It was a weird feeling given that my column covered land-use…
Clippers’ bench is blossoming right on cue
The Clippers’ bench is blooming. It’s a different arrangement this season, of course, without the star-bright pairing of Montrezl Harrell and Lou Williams overwhelming opposing reserves and dominating Sixth Man of the Year voting. But it’s what Marcus Morris Sr. envisioned when he volunteered to come off the bench before playing his first game this…
Collin Welp, UC Irvine win rematch with UC Riverside
UC Irvine’s total team effort Saturday at UC Riverside was a huge difference from what it turned in Friday. But it really couldn’t have been worse. A day after a 21-point loss to the Highlanders, the Anteaters came back with an impressive 73-67 win to split the weekend series and regain some confidence. The big…
Collin Welp, UC Irvine win rematch with UC Riverside
UC Irvine’s total team effort Saturday at UC Riverside was a huge difference from what it turned in Friday. But it really couldn’t have been worse. A day after a 21-point loss to the Highlanders, the Anteaters came back with an impressive 73-67 win to split the weekend series and regain some confidence. The big…
UFC 258: Kamaru Usman stops Gilbert Burns in 3rd, keeps welterweight belt
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Kamaru Usman stopped Gilbert Burns with punches 34 seconds into the third round at UFC 258 on Saturday night, retaining his welterweight title with his 13th consecutive UFC victory. Usman (18-1) defended his title for the third time and broke Georges St. Pierre’s UFC record for consecutive welterweight victories with another…
UFC 258: Kamaru Usman stops Gilbert Burns in 3rd, keeps welterweight belt
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Kamaru Usman stopped Gilbert Burns with punches 34 seconds into the third round at UFC 258 on Saturday night, retaining his welterweight title with his 13th consecutive UFC victory. Usman (18-1) defended his title for the third time and broke Georges St. Pierre’s UFC record for consecutive welterweight victories with another…
What is with the Lakers and their slow starts?
With his Lakers fresh off their seventh consecutive win, LeBron James looked relaxed as he donned a headset for his postgame interview. It wasn’t long before his former teammate Richard Jefferson had him in stitches, prodding him with good-natured barbs. But James tried to stifle the laughter as Jefferson brought up the 20-point deficit the…
How family meetings can set the stage for generations to come
The thought of talking about money with family members may make you feel apprehensive. This is especially true if you’ve never had an intimate conversation about your finances with them. While it is simple to implement financial strategies for your well-being with an attorney or adviser, it’s not always easy to discuss these same plans…
Ronny Rios has a weighty win, Jo Jo Diaz suffers a draw at Fantasy Springs
It was a pop quiz. Ronny Rios spent 12 rounds popping Oscar Negrete, from hairline to beltline. When it was over and his hand was raised in the middle of the ring at Fantasy Springs Resort, Rios said he would only give himself a C. He did say he’s looking forward to finals. Rios continued…
UFC 258: Kamaru Usman stops Gilbert Burns in 3rd, keeps welterweight belt
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Kamaru Usman stopped Gilbert Burns with punches 34 seconds into the third round at UFC 258 on Saturday night, retaining his welterweight title with his 13th consecutive UFC victory. Usman (18-1) defended his title for the third time and broke Georges St. Pierre’s UFC record for consecutive welterweight victories with another…
Americans’ lust to ‘cancel’ should spark soul searching
SACRAMENTO – After annoying some progressive activists years ago over a column I wrote about a property dispute between a predominantly Latino school district and one of its neighbors, I had to sit through a meeting where I was questioned about my ethnic sensitivity. It was a weird feeling given that my column covered land-use…
What is with the Lakers and their slow starts?
With his Lakers fresh off their seventh consecutive win, LeBron James looked relaxed as he donned a headset for his postgame interview. It wasn’t long before his former teammate Richard Jefferson had him in stitches, prodding him with good-natured barbs. But James tried to stifle the laughter as Jefferson brought up the 20-point deficit the…