HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 | History Defined

Tropical Storm Kay bears down on California with rain and 100mph winds

The fierce weather comes with a risk of flash floods and gusts that could fuel wildfires burning across the state

The Guardian - US · Sep 9, 2022

California: Drought, record heat, fires and now maybe floods

Californians sweated it out amid a record-breaking heat wave entering its 10th day Friday that has helped fuel deadly wildfires and pushed energy supplies to the brink of daily power outages

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2022

California wildfires threaten mountain communities

Firefighters are struggling to control raging California wildfires that have grown explosively during extreme heat and forced thousands of residents to flee mountain communities at both ends of the state

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2022

After decades of failure, California dusts off controversial Delta tunnel water project

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Here we go again.

Tribune News Service · Jul 27, 2022

Inside the 'crazy' plan to boost track and field's popularity before the 2028 Olympics

With a gold-medal stride and an image gracing Nike marketing campaigns, Sanya Richards-Ross was one of the United States' most successful track and field stars during her decade-plus career — a stature she sustained, every year, by leaving the United States.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 19, 2022

Bill Plaschke: Welcome to Baseball USA — where the All-Star Game should always be played

The most impactful player in baseball history grew up here, Jackie Robinson learning his craft on the sandlots of Pasadena just up the road from Chavez Ravine.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2022

Vin Scully, Dodgers fans and the transistor radio: How an unbreakable bond was formed

LOS ANGELES — Today, you can walk into Dodger Stadium, device in hand. The device lets you make phone calls, send text messages, take photos, access statistics and replays, post your thoughts on social media, play games, and buy food, drinks and souvenirs.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 16, 2022

Southern California housing prices will fall, some experts say. The question is how much

Rising mortgage rates have slowed the housing market across the nation and Southern California. Sales are down, inventory is rising and many prospective buyers and sellers have a simple question: Will home prices fall?

Los Angeles Times · Jun 30, 2022

After a cool, cloudy weekend, a statewide heat wave is on tap for California next week

LOS ANGELES — After a cool and cloudy weekend, Southern California can expect to see the heat return next week, particularly in inland, valley and desert areas, forecasters say.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 4, 2022

Helene Elliott: SoCal Pro Circuit aims to revive Southern California's rich tennis legacy

The path to international tennis stardom — the first steps toward conquering the distinctive red clay of the French Open, the hallowed grass at Wimbledon and the craziness of the U.S. Open — inevitably begins at small tournaments played in front of family and friends. For junior and college players…

Los Angeles Times · May 30, 2022