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On the internet, it’s easy to find a short clip of Billie Eilish hearing herself on the radio for the very first time in December 2015. The song is “Ocean Eyes,” the station is KCRW-FM, and Eilish, then 13, or …

A restaurant in Beaumont topped DoorDash’s list of favorite delivery spots for Italian food in 2024. Domenico’s Italian Kitchen serves favorites such as spaghetti, lasagna, meatball sandwiches and pizza in its dining room as well as for takeout and delivery. …

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James said he was feeling “pretty good” after returning to the Lakers for their home win over the Memphis Grizzlies following a week-long absence. And the benefits of his time off were evident, too. But the …

Which anti-fatigue kitchen mat is best? Whether you find kitchen chores relaxing or dread them, standing on your feet long enough to cook every meal or wash every dish can take a toll on your body. An anti-fatigue kitchen mat is …

By HALELUYA HADERO At least two internal Amazon studies found a link between how quickly the online retailer’s warehouse workers perform tasks and workplace injuries, but the company rejected many safety recommendations out of concern the proposed changes might reduce …

Here’s some free advice for politicians: Be sure to get the basics right when begging for attention on social media. Over the weekend, California’s Yale-educated Attorney General Rob Bonta, who is considering a run for governor, posted on X something …

By CATHY BUSSEWITZ, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The December holidays are supposed to be a time of joyful celebration, but the season can be especially grueling for the millions of people who work in retail stores, staff airline …

Buena Park businessman David Montemayor was running for his life when he jumped out of the moving car. He was also running to keep his wife and three young children safe from the gang members who had kidnapped him at …

By DEVNA BOSE Bells are ringing. Snow is glistening. But you’re bummed out. You could be suffering from a case of the holiday blues, which experts say is not uncommon. Related Articles Things To Do | How B.A. Van Sise’s …

Inside a sprawling former home decor emporium in Studio City, The Last Bookstore opened its newest outpost on Dec. 14. The massive space features 10,000 square feet of interconnected rooms of raw exposed brick and a 7,000 square foot parking …

By REBECCA BOONE BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Nearly every detail about the religious group Lisa Webb’s family belonged to was hidden from the outside world. Its followers met in homes rather than churches. Its leadership structure was hard to discern, …

Two of New York City’s highest profile criminal defendants have one thing in common: Their lawyers are married. Karen Friedman Agnifilo, who was retained Saturday by accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione, is married to Marc Agnifilo, who is representing Sean …

One of two men charged with murder in the shooting death of a doctor after he left his medical practice in Woodland Hills, in what authorities believe may be a murder for hire, is set to be arraigned Monday in …

“I’m a big believer in tariffs,” President-elect Donald Trump said this week, not for the first time. “I think they’re beautiful.” Trump claims the heavy tariffs he plans to impose during his second term are “going to make us rich,” …

By GEIR MOULSON, Associated Press BERLIN (AP) — Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a confidence vote in the German parliament on Monday, putting the European Union’s most populous member and biggest economy on course to hold an early election in February. Scholz won …

By WAFAA SHURAFA and SAMY MAGDY, Associated Press DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — More than 45,000 Palestinians have now been killed in the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas militants, Palestinian health officials said Monday, as often-stalled ceasefire …

By DAVE COLLINS and BIANCA VÁZQUEZ TONESS, Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — More suspected drone sightings in the eastern U.S. led to a temporary airspace shutdown at an Air Force base in Ohio and arrests near Boston’s Logan International Airport, …

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Three people, including a child, are dead and seven others injured after a shooting Monday at a Christian school in Wisconsin, the police chief says. Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes says the suspect shooter is also …

By DEE-ANN DURBIN The Federal Trade Commission sued the largest U.S. distributor of wine and spirits on Thursday, saying it is illegally discriminating against small and independent businesses. Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits doesn’t give smaller stores access to discounts …

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week’s Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed’s policymakers are likely to signal fewer interest rate cuts next year …

By COLLEEN LONG and JILL COLVIN PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Monday said in a far-ranging news conference that ihe would consider pardoning embattled New York Mayor Eric Adams. Separately he called on the Biden administration …

An ex-FBI informant who once lived in Calabasas pleaded guilty on Monday, Dec. 16, to fabricating a story that President Joe Biden and son Hunter each took $5 million bribes from the owner of a Ukrainian energy company. Alexander Smirnov, …

For his latest book, “On the National Language: The Poetry of America’s Endangered Tongues,” photographer B.A. Van Sise traversed the United States to document speakers of endangered languages. Amongst those he encountered were the Aramaic-speaking pastor of an Assyrian Church …

Disneyland is gearing up for a 70th anniversary celebration in 2025 to rival the yearlong parties for the 50th and 60th anniversaries with a new attraction, updated water show, character cavalcade, two returning parades and fan-favorite fireworks show. The 70th …

It’s time once again for two often-requested special holiday programs to make their yearly appearances. First up is “Christmas at Our House,” produced in the early 1980s by the Drake-Chenault company. Hosted by Sonny Melendrez, the program was heard on …

For rock fans of a certain age this may be hard to believe, but it’s been more than 40 years since R.E.M. scored their first Billboard Hot 100 hit with “Radio Free Europe.” The scrappy band from Athens, Georgia, known …

Jeff Kromrey, 69, will sit down with his daughter the next time she visits and show her how to access his online accounts if he has an unexpected health crisis. Gayle Williams-Brett, 69, plans to tackle a project she’s been …

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James returned. The Lakers introduced a new starting lineup on Sunday against the Memphis Grizzlies that they hope will stick and played with a renewed defensive tenacity. Anthony Davis dominated when he wasn’t tending to an …

LOS ANGELES — All it took was a trip to the Pacific Northwest and a handful of faux-ugly Christmas sweaters. There has been little interest at the Galen Center, for months, in Eric Musselman’s first USC men’s basketball team, a …

The Chargers Stone Smartt fumbles late in the fourth quarter after being hit by Tampa Bay’s Anthony Nelson, left, and C.J. Brewer, right, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. The visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the …

INGLEWOOD — Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert played 11 consecutive games without throwing an interception. He attempted 357 consecutive passes without being picked off but then threw a pass that Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean intercepted in the third quarter …

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James was back in the Lakers’ lineup for Sunday’s home game against the Memphis Grizzlies after a two-game absence. James missed Friday’s road loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Dec. 8 home win over the …

INGLEWOOD — The Chargers’ route to the playoffs got a lot bumpier Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield threw four touchdown passes, including two in the pivotal third quarter, and the Buccaneers took a 40-17 victory from …

Elon guard Maraja Pass (4) controls the ball against USC guard Kayleigh Heckel (9) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Los Angeles, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes) USC forward Kiki Iriafen (44) shoots …

The Clippers, despite playing a heavy schedule, won 10 of 12 games last month, including nine in row at home. They were holding down the sixth spot in the Western Conference with a 14-9 record and solidifying their reputation as …

KROQ-FM 106.7  and Audacy reminded fans at the 33rd annual Almost Acoustic Christmas concert at the Kia Forum on Saturday, Dec. 14, that the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll holiday cheer is still very much alive and well. Seas of …

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. (AP) — Freddie Freeman’s historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series has sold for $1.56 million at auction. The bidding at SCP Auctions went into the late hours of Saturday night, according …

President-elect Donald Trump is famous for relishing an opportunity to make a deal. With the stunning collapse of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Trump now has the opportunity to make the deal of a lifetime. Indeed, Assad’s collapse – which …

“If you haven’t heard from me in a half hour, call the police and ask them to get me out of the freezer,” I texted my daughter.   “I’m unlocking the kitchen door so they can get in, but let them …

When he is inaugurated as president again on Jan. 20, Donald Trump is going to find it difficult to push economic growth above its current sluggish rate. That’s according to the Chapman University’s Economic Forecast for 2025, given Dec. 12 …