A big credit rating agency just downgraded the U.S. Should you worry?
Fitch says the U.S. deserves a credit-rating downgrade. Its own analysis shows it's wrong, but that didn't stop Republicans from seizing it as a political bludgeon. #press
This one goes out to all the freaks in L.A.
Freak City's latest collection is a body of references that calls back to the ideas that shaped the cult brand into what it is: a celebration of irreverence, outcasts, underground culture, music, graffiti and the city that it calls home. #press
Last rookies standing: Why James Outman and Bobby Miller are key to Dodgers' stretch run
Bobby Miller and James Outman are the last Dodgers rookies standing. A look at how they got here, and the roles they’ll play the rest of the season. #press
California has made voting easier, but regular voters still skew white and old, poll finds
California has made a major effort to make voting easier. Those who don't vote regularly say they lack information or aren't interested in the candidates. #press
The Lionel Messi circus is taking MLS by storm, but will it cost the league its soul?
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami could meet LAFC in the Leagues Cup final, but soccer's most electrifying player might be causing a radical shift in MLS. #press
Tory Lanez sentenced to 10 years in prison in shooting of Megan Thee Stallion
Rapper Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in state prison for shooting Megan Thee Stallion after an argument in the Hollywood Hills in 2021. #press
Who is Tory Lanez, prison-bound assailant of rap star Megan Thee Stallion?
The 31-year-old Canadian rapper-singer once had a promising music career. That all came apart one night in July 2020, when he shot Megan Thee Stallion. #press
Video of Montgomery racial brawl shows it's not enough to be 'not racist'
White people shouldn't just pat themselves on the back for being less terrible than the crowd that attacked a lone Black man on Saturday. #press
California’s free prison calls are repairing estranged relationships and aiding rehabilitation
California is the second state to mandate free calls in state prisons. The move is restoring frayed family relationships and may reduce recidivism rates. #press
Hallmark Media chief Wonya Lucas, praised for expanding diversity, steps down
Lucas, who joined the company in 2020, will exit at the end of this year and continue to serve as a member of Hallmark's board of directors. #press
Voters in Ohio reject GOP-backed proposal that would have made it tougher to protect abortion rights
Ohio voters reject a Republican-backed referendum that would have made it more difficult to pass abortion protections #press
12 SoCal spots to see the Perseids meteor shower — which will be spectacular this year
The celestial display peaks on Aug. 12 and 13. You’ll have the best chance of seeing the dancing streaks of light under a dark sky, away from light pollution. #press
California’s free prison calls are repairing estranged relationships and aiding rehabilitation
California is the second state to mandate free calls in state prisons. The move is restoring frayed family relationships and may reduce recidivism rates. #press
In Mexico, accusations of 'communism' and 'fascism' mark school textbook debate
The debate over about three dozen government-written textbooks has gone ballistic in a short time in Mexico. #press
UC admits record number of California first-year students for fall 2023, led by Latinos
The UC admitted a record number of California first-year students for fall 2023, led by Latinos and an increase in Native Americans who helped make up the largest ever group of underrepresented students offered admission. #press
Yahritza y Su Esencia apologize amid backlash over comments about Mexico
'What motivates us every day to write songs and music is the great pride of having Mexican blood in our veins.' #press
Gen Z LatinXers are reinventing regional Mexican music. But your abuelo still might dig it
Regional Mexican music, from mariachi and banda to Norteño and son jarocho, is being taken up and transformed by young artists from places like South L.A., Texas, Arizona and the Inland Empire. #press
UCLA's Chip Kelly points to Notre Dame football as an example for realignment
UCLA coach Chip Kelly thinks that all college football teams should play as independents regardless of conference affiliation, just like Notre Dame. #press
25 terrific things to do in L.A. before summer ends
Summer beaches and piers await. Cool, dark theaters. Shady museum gardens. Farmers markets, flea markets and night markets. #press
https://www.latimes.com/travel/list/best-things-to-do-los-angeles-summer?utm_source=press.coop
House of Xelas, a Boyle Heights staple, announces closure
The restaurant owners announced on their Instagram page that they are closing their doors Aug. 27 due to differences with the landlord. #press