SoCal could see one of the stormiest Christmases in decades. Here’s how to make the best of a wet holiday
If you’re spending the Christmas holiday in Southern California this year, prepare for some heavy rain and strong…
Need some coffee while shopping? We have a list that provides both
Dec. 21, 2025 6:30 AM PT If you’re like me, perhaps you’re waiting until the last minute to…
It’s Disneyland’s busiest time of the year. Here’s how to survive
I visited Disneyland last weekend expecting huge crowds, busy restaurants and monster ride wait times. But the day…
A ‘greatest hits’ of L.A. fire reform proposals
The Times came out this week with a rigorous and compelling look at the twin fire calamities in…
L.A. weatherman Dallas Raines still loves the weather
Dallas Raines recalls the first time he was mesmerized by the weather. A tornado watch had been issued…
Santa Barbara News-Press rises from the ashes
When we think about resources in short supply across California, our minds turn to things such as housing,…
Why JJ Redick sees promise in the imperfect Lakers
Welcome back to the Times’ Lakers newsletter, where we’re all about finding beauty in the struggle that is…
Rob Reiner, an actor and director, also fought for California kids
Actor and director Rob Reiner felt so passionately that every child deserves a rich education from an early…
The battle over pickleball noise in California and across the U.S.
Carmel-by-the-Sea residents annoyed by the pop pop pop of pickleballs can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Last…
Readers provided their best cookie recipes. Here are the top 10
Whether you’re talking about what to feed Santa or the abundance of gingerbread men, maybe no pastry is…
Cone-gested: Parking crusader clears out obstructions, creates space
There’s a battle waiting for me in West Covina this holiday season. I’ll be visiting a family friend…
State audit finds unused phones, overpaid PTO and more
Every year the California State Auditor releases a report on activities by state employees and agencies that is…