Mayor Wayne Messam says he's running for president. Is he really?
MIRAMAR, Fla. — Edmond Randle was down the street from Miramar City Hall on Tuesday when he learned his mayor was running for president. “That’s kind of strange because the election is next year,” said Randle, 63. He hadn’t seen a pamphlet or any fliers indicating Wayne Messam was competing for the Democratic nomination, and he…
Kings shoot plenty of blanks as scoreless streak grows in loss to Sabres
As part of Staples Center’s 20th-anniversary celebration Tuesday night, the Kings orchestrated an actual laser show during the first intermission, synchronizing more than 600 neon beams of light in a Guinness World Record-breaking stunt. Their hockey team proved far less precise. Despite flinging a season-high 47 shots on net, the Kings were blanked by Buffalo…
Servite shows real progress with 34-21 win over JSerra
When Troy Thomas returned for his second stint as football coach at Anaheim Servite last season, one of the smartest moves he made was hiring Darnell Arceneaux as offensive coordinator. He coached quarterback Marcus Mariota at Honolulu Saint Louis and was entrusted with recharging the Friars’ offense. “He’s a perfect match for the kids,” Thomas…
Clippers look rusty during preseason finale loss to Mavericks in Canada
VANCOUVER, Canada — Eight hours before the Clippers played their final preseason game Thursday, guard Patrick Beverley jumped out of a courtside seat and jogged into shootaround. “Last one!” he yelled. “Let’s be great!” For much of their last tune-up before Tuesday’s regular-season opener, his team was anything but. They needed six minutes and 26 seconds…
Racing! Jerry Hollendorfer loses in L.A. court
Hello, my name is John Cherwa and welcome to our horse racing newsletter as a lot has happened since we last visited. Let’s get right to the news … and other stuff. Hollendorfer loses in L.A. court Hall of fame trainer Jerry Hollendorfer had his request for a temporary restraining order turned down by L.A.…
Los Angeles police investigate homicide in upscale Watermarke Tower apartments
Los Angeles police are investigating a homicide that took place downtown inside the upscale Watermarke Tower on Thursday night, authorities said. The victim was a man in his 40s, according to preliminary information provided by LAPD. Police could not comment further on the cause of death and offered few other details, citing the ongoing investigation,…
Body found in trunk of car in Anaheim
A body was found wrapped in a tarp in the trunk of a car Thursday near Gypsum Canyon Road in Anaheim. The Anaheim Police Department launched an investigation after receiving a suspicious-circumstances call, according to the agency. KTLA-TV Channel 5 reported that the California Highway Patrol notified police about 10:45 a.m. about a suspicious car…
Earthquake: 3.8 quake hits near Ridgecrest, Calif.
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake was reported Thursday evening at 10:34 p.m., six miles from Ridgecrest, Calif., according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The earthquake occurred 34 miles from California City, 63 miles from Tehachapi and 66 miles from Barstow. In the past 10 days, there have been two earthquakes of magnitude 3.0 or greater centered…
Newsletter: Do you feel earthquake anxiety?
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Friday, Oct. 18, and I’m writing from Los Angeles. Newsletter Get our Essential California newsletter Yesterday marked the 30th anniversary of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, which shook Northern California as Game 3 of the World Series was about to begin at Candlestick Park. The…
What's on TV Friday, Oct. 18: 'Charmed' on the CW
SERIES Hawaii Five-0 McGarrett’s (Alex O’Loughlin) team enlists imprisoned hacker Aaron Wright (Joey Lawrence) to help when a young girl is kidnapped in this new episode of the police drama. 8 p.m. CBS The Blacklist Aram (Amir Arison) goes undercover to infiltrate a secret society of wealthy thrill-seekers who entertain themselves with spectacular acts of…