By Niguel Duara | CalMatters California has a recidivism problem. Two-thirds of people incarcerated in the state will return to prison within three years, either through new offenses or parole violations, according to California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation data. In Norway, by contrast, recidivism is down from 60%-70% in the 1980s to about 20%…
Month: June 2022
Corona del Mar boys golf receives CIF championship trophy to complete forfeit saga
Corona del Mar’s boys golf team celebrated arguably the wildest championship run of the school year last week. The Sea Kings received their championship plaque, patches, medals and shirts for winning the CIF-SS Division 1 team title during an on-campus presentation made by section commissioner Rob Wigod. “It was pretty cool,” said veteran coach Corona…
Yasmani Grandal sparks a 5-run rally, fueling the Chicago White Sox to an 8-3 win against the Texas Rangers
Yasmani Grandal pumped his first as he made his way to the dugout after being lifted for a pinch runner in the eighth inning Friday against the Texas Rangers at Guaranteed Rate Field. Moments earlier, the Chicago White Sox catcher hit a slicer to right field that landed out of Steele Walker’s reach for a…
Mike Preston: Ravens QB Tyler Huntley is talented, but he’s not taking Lamar Jackson’s job | COMMENTARY
After watching Ravens backup quarterback Tyler Huntley run with the starting offense for three straight weeks in the absence of star Lamar Jackson, it doesn’t appear he has narrowed the talent gap. In other words, Huntley, a 2020 undrafted free agent entering his third season, is still a stop-gap measure. There were some Ravens fans…
With Baltimore’s Angelos family in legal battle, the prospect of an Orioles sale or move looms larger
In a divorce, the question is often: What about the children? When a privately simmering fight between the sons of Orioles owner Peter Angelos erupted publicly this week, it was: What about the Birds? Periodic rumors that the team, beleaguered on the field yet beloved by generations of Baltimoreans, could be sold or moved out…
Yankees vs. Mets: An oral history of the ‘97 Subway Series that captivated the city: ‘Nothing bigger than that series’
Twenty-five years ago this week, the Mets and Yankees played for real for the first time, games that counted not just in fans’ souls or owners’ minds, but in the standings, too. The birth of interleague play, which has offered annual bragging rights ever since — sometimes over someone in your own home — delighted…
Five Angelos family and Orioles secrets brought to light in brother’s lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by one of Orioles owner Peter Angelos’ sons not only makes explosive legal allegations, but tells deeply personal stories about a guarded family that typically shies away from the public gaze. Louis F. Angelos, 52, alleges in the suit filed this week in Baltimore County Circuit Court that his brother, John…
How to Download Instagram Reels (5 Ways)
Instagram is an incredibly popular photo-sharing app where users can upload and share their pictures with friends and family members. However, in recent years, Instagram has also begun to allow its users to create videos and short clips that they can share on the app too. These videos and images are often called Instagram Reels…
How to Download Instagram Reels (5 Ways)
Instagram is an incredibly popular photo-sharing app where users can upload and share their pictures with friends and family members. However, in recent years, Instagram has also begun to allow its users to create videos and short clips that they can share on the app too. These videos and images are often called Instagram Reels…
Five Angelos family and Orioles secrets brought to light in brother’s lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by one of Orioles owner Peter Angelos’ sons not only makes explosive legal allegations, but tells deeply personal stories about a guarded family that typically shies away from the public gaze. Louis F. Angelos, 52, alleges in the suit filed this week in Baltimore County Circuit Court that his brother, John…
Mike Preston: Ravens QB Tyler Huntley is talented, but he’s not taking Lamar Jackson’s job | COMMENTARY
After watching Ravens backup quarterback Tyler Huntley run with the starting offense for three straight weeks in the absence of star Lamar Jackson, it doesn’t appear he has narrowed the talent gap. In other words, Huntley, a 2020 undrafted free agent entering his third season, is still a stop-gap measure. There were some Ravens fans…
Yasmani Grandal sparks a 5-run rally, fueling the Chicago White Sox to an 8-3 win against the Texas Rangers
Yasmani Grandal pumped his first as he made his way to the dugout after being lifted for a pinch runner in the eighth inning Friday against the Texas Rangers at Guaranteed Rate Field. Moments earlier, the Chicago White Sox catcher hit a slicer to right field that landed out of Steele Walker’s reach for a…
Shohei Ohtani pitches gem, homers to help Angels end 14-game losing streak
The Angels’ Shohei Ohtani follows through as he hits a two-run home run during the first inning of their game against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday night at Angel Stadium. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws to the plate during the first inning of their game against the Boston Red…
Chicago Cubs rotation is tested by Marcus Stroman going on injured list, Kyle Hendricks banged up
The health of the Chicago Cubs rotation is quickly becoming a concern. The Cubs placed right-hander Marcus Stroman on the 15-day injured list Friday, retroactive to Tuesday, with right shoulder inflammation. Stroman hasn’t felt right since returning from the COVID IL on May 19, according to manager David Ross. “The hope right now is that…
Dodgers lose to Giants as Walker Buehler leaves with elbow injury
The San Francisco Giants’ Joc Pederson hits a two-run single in front of Dodgers catcher Will Smith during the fifth inning on Friday night in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn) Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler throws to the plate during the first inning of their game against the Giants on Friday night in San Francisco.…
NBA Finals: Steph Curry’s 43-point Game 4 helps Warriors even series with Celtics
By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer BOSTON — Steph Curry scored 43 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 107-97 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday night, sending the best-of-seven series back to San Francisco knotted at two games apiece. Curry added 10 rebounds and made…
Orlando Magic pre-draft profile: Michigan State’s Gabe Brown
The Orlando Magic, owners of the Nos. 1, 32 and 35 picks in the NBA draft, will have multiple chances to add to their roster on June 23. After kicking off a rebuild in March 2021, the Magic already have significant young talent. Orlando has nine players who were drafted in the first round since…
Brandon Nimmo makes noise, Tylor Megill throws solid outing in Mets’ win over Angels
ANAHEIM – The offense was thumping, Tylor Megill was throwing high heat, and the good vibes returned to the Mets dugout as they snapped their two-game losing streak. Brandon Nimmo and Mark Canha led the offensive effort, each posting three-RBI nights, in the Mets’ 7-3 win over the Angels in the series opener on Friday…
NBA Finals: Steph Curry’s 43-point Game 4 helps Warriors even series with Celtics
By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer BOSTON — Steph Curry scored 43 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 107-97 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday night, sending the best-of-seven series back to San Francisco knotted at two games apiece. Curry added 10 rebounds and made…
How to Download Instagram Reels (5 Ways)
Instagram is an incredibly popular photo-sharing app where users can upload and share their pictures with friends and family members. However, in recent years, Instagram has also begun to allow its users to create videos and short clips that they can share on the app too. These videos and images are often called Instagram Reels…