For the last year, ‘Gracias Gustavo’ garlands have adorned Los Angeles. Over the weekend, a supremely happy-seeming Dudamel milked the thanks in a four-concert blowout. Read full story Author: Mark …
‘She masked, she masked, she masked’: Unseen autism and its toll on young girls
Why delayed diagnosis of autism in young girls puts their mental health at risk. Read full story Author: Corinne Purtill
Ex-Lakers star Byron Scott’s sexual assault trial nears as Campbell Hall settles with accuser
Campbell Hall has reached a confidential settlement with the woman who alleges ex-Lakers guard Byron Scott sexually assaulted her on campus in 1987. Scott’s trial looms. Read full story Author: …
They uncrushed ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ from a falling anvil and lived to tell about it
The live-action-animation hybrid is subversive and fun. Maybe that’s why it ran afoul of Warner Bros. Will Forte and director Dave Green tell the tale. Read full story Author: Carlos …
Police officer who recorded colleagues’ racism speaks out: LAPD response ‘ruined my life’
Daniel Flores, the LAPD officer who faced criminal charges after secretly recording racist, homophobic and sexist remarks by fellow cops, has spoken out publicly for the first time, detailing the …
Uber gives parents the option to livestream their teens’ rides
The ride-hailing service Uber announced a new feature Tuesday for teen accounts that will allow parents to view a live video of their child’s ride. Read full story Author: Caroline …
Ex-Compton detective says the proof of who killed Tupac Shakur is in the gang war that followed
“The Mob Pirus had to retaliate” after Shakur was killed, testified retired Compton Police Det. Robert Ladd at the Las Vegas trial. “They had 54 other gangs to choose from. …
Perez Hilton is ‘lucid’ after mental health crisis, brother-in-law shares
Perez Hilton’s brother-in-law shared that the gossip blogger was in a “lucid” state and after receiving treatment for his physical injuries. Read full story Author: Andrea Flores
Dolly Parton’s cause of death is revealed
Dolly Parton died Tuesday at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer, according to a statement by the country star’s representatives. Read full story Author: Tracy Brown
SoCal man who allegedly took guillotine to Washington is unhappy with state of politics, family says
A San Diego County man who allegedly drove around with a guillotine in the back of his truck was arrested near the Supreme Court building, authorities say. Read full story …
Former child actor alleges she was ‘repeatedly raped’ during filming of Disney Channel movie
A former child actor alleges that she was ‘repeatedly raped and abused’ by an adult while working on the Disney Channel movie ‘The Poof Point.’ Read full story Author: Stacy …
Ridley Scott’s new movie is about the end of the world, but he’s far from done
The director of ‘Alien,’ ‘Blade Runner,’ ‘Gladiator’ and the new postapocalyptic ‘The Dog Stars’ turns his eye toward AI, global warming and kindness. Read full story Author: Emily Zemler
15 L.A. comics you need to know now, according to club bookers
We’ve tapped the expertise of some of the city’s most seasoned bookers from major comedy clubs to alt shows to bring us this list of 15 up-and-coming comics to watch. …
An ex-NFL star’s action-packed new book takes aim at San Diego’s dark side
Former athlete Andre Hardy weaves the dark side of San Diego and Buddhist principles in his compelling debut “Tear the City Down.” Read full story Author: Paula L. Woods
As Prince Harry and Meghan return to U.K., remember why they left in the first place
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly returning to British soil along with their two children starting this month. Here’s why they left in the first place. Read full story …
‘Oppenheimer’s’ David Krumholtz clarifies he is not ‘retiring’ or ‘quitting’ his acting career
David Krumholz has clarified his recent remarks about stepping away from acting: “I never used the word ‘retiring’ or ‘quitting.’” Read full story Author: Tracy Brown
Amid controversy, California officials release long-awaited Delta water plan
California’s state water board has released a long-awaited plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. Read full story Author: Ian James
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Roy Choi
The famous chef would traverse Los Angeles for lobster noodles, spicy tofu and, at the movies, popcorn (buttered on top and in the middle). Read full story Author: Dinah Eng
Exclusive: Mel Brooks programs his 20 favorite films at American Cinematheque. Read the list
To mark Mel Brooks’ 100th birthday, the American Cinematheque asked the comedy icon to program a series of his favorite films. His 20 picks range from Chaplin and Hitchcock to …
Commentary: Harry and Meghan’s U.K. return is the royal family’s best PR in years
How surprising is it that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are returning to the U.K.? Not surprising at all. Read full story Author: Mary McNamara