Alan Rothenberg reflects on U.S. soccer’s evolution ahead of World Cup
Alan Rothenberg has a story he wants to tell you. A lot of stories actually; enough to fill…
Tom Cherones, director and producer of ‘Seinfeld,’ dies at 86
Television director and producer Tom Cherones, best known for his work on the first five seasons of the…
California delayed cancellation of immigrant truckers’ licenses. So feds will withhold $160 million
After California paused a plan to cancel the licenses of thousands of immigrant truckers, federal officials announced Wednesday…
Nancy Ward quietly resigns as California’s top emergency management official
Nancy Ward quietly resigns as California’s top emergency management official Updated: 12:48 PM PST Jan 7, 2026 Editorial…
Oscars: 6 top casting directors explain their secret to success
Why on earth it took until now is a long story. The important thing is that, in 2026,…
Women still face steep challenges securing top movie jobs
Last year, women made up just 13% of directors working on the top 250 films. That level represents…
The head of California’s wildlife department is stepping down after 15 years
Charlton “Chuck” Bonham will be stepping down as director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife at…
Tyler Perry sued for sexual assault by ‘Madea’s Halloween’ actor
An actor who appeared in Tyler Perry’s “Boo! A Madea Halloween” allegedly confided in the media mogul about…
Courts rejects bid to beef up policies issued by California’s home insurer of last resort
Retired nurse Nancy Reed has been through the ringer trying to get insurance for her home next to…
Safety concerns prompt meeting in Sacramento’s LGBTQ+ neighborhood
Safety concerns in Sacramento’s Lavender Heights neighborhood have escalated following an alleged hate crime on Halloween night. The…
Readers remember Rob Reiner’s contributions to Hollywood and politics
Dec. 16, 2025 5 AM PT To the editor: I was saddened to learn of the tragic deaths…
Rob Reiner’s horrific slaying and Trump’s awful response
Months before his slaying, Rob Reiner talked about the power of forgiveness after the “horrific” assassination of conservative…