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Jess Smith

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Lakers Coach Frank Vogel Reveals Reason Behind Rajon Rondo Trade to Cleveland Cavaliers

Jan 5, 2022 01:15 AM EST

After deciding to trade veteran guard Rajon Rondo to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel revealed the reason behind the deal.

In Rare Occurrence, California Twins Born 15 Minutes Apart but in Different Months and Years

Jan 4, 2022 08:03 AM EST

In a rare occurrence, a California mom gave birth to twins who were born on different days, months, and years.

Why Are Fish Falling From the Sky in Texas? Bizarre 'Fish Rain' Explained

Jan 4, 2022 05:23 AM EST

Residents of a Texas town witnessed a rare weather phenomenon in which fish started to rain down from the sky.

LeBron James Reveals What He Wanted for Bronny James’ Future: To Make It to the NBA and 'Be on the Court With Him'

Jan 4, 2022 04:27 AM EST

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reiterated that he wanted to be on the court with his son Bronny James in the future.

Niger Police Seize Cocaine Worth Nearly $9 Million From Mayor's Truck; Illegal Drug Believed to Come From South America

Jan 4, 2022 01:43 AM EST

The Niger police have seized more than 440 pounds of cocaine worth around $8.7 million inside a government official's vehicle.

Premiere Of Warner Bros. Pictures' "Justice League" - Red Carpet

Ezra Miller Debunks Rumors that 'The Flash' Movie will Reset the DCEU and Erase the Snyderverse

Jan 3, 2022 21:48 PM EST

Ezra Miller, DC’s ‘The Flash’, put an end to rumors that his upcoming movie will change the continuity of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) by completely erasing the ‘Snyderverse’.

Sewage Spill Closes Los Angeles Area Beach

Southern California Beaches Shut Down After Sewage Spill

Jan 3, 2022 03:38 AM EST

Following the collapse of a section of the sewage system run by Los Angeles County, Southern California beaches were closed down over the holiday weekend as around 7 million gallons of wastewater that were untreated spilled into the ocean, Friday night.

Minnesota Timberwolves v Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James, Malik Monk Propel LA Lakers to Team's First Win in 2022, Defeating Karl Anthony Towns-less Timberwolves

Jan 3, 2022 02:16 AM EST

The Los Angeles Lakers started 2022 with a win as LeBron James and Malik Monk forced their way against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 108-103.

Rapper Kodak Black Arrested After Being Charged With Trespassing in Florida on New Year’s Day

Jan 3, 2022 01:03 AM EST

On New Year's Day, Rapper Kodak Black, a Florida native, was arrested in Broward County after he was slapped with trespassing charges, according to local reports.

Hugo Maradona Dies at 52: The Life and Career of Diego Maradona's Younger Brother

Jan 2, 2022 23:28 PM EST

Football coach and former football player Hugo Maradona, the younger brother of the Argentine football Hall of Famer Diego Maradona, died of a heart attack at age 52 in his home at Monte de Procida on December 28, 2021.

Morro Bay Shark Attack Kills Surfer; Officials Say It's the First Fatal Shark Attack in San Luis Obispo County in 18 Years

Jan 2, 2022 22:54 PM EST

Friends and family members identified the victim of the Morro Bay shark attack on Christmas Eve as a resident of Sacramento who loved the ocean.

Cleveland Cavaliers Begin Talks to Acquire LA Lakers' Rajon Rondo After Ricky Rubio's Early Season Exit

Dec 30, 2021 23:55 PM EST

Only a day after the Cleveland Cavaliers lost Ricky Rubio in a season-ending injury, the team is already setting eyes on LA Lakers' Rajon Rondo.

Bodies of 15 Migrants Killed in Mexico Trailer Accident Arrive in Guatemala

Dec 30, 2021 23:34 PM EST

The bodies of 15 migrants, who died in a truck accident in southern Mexico earlier this month, were flown home to Guatemala on Thursday.

Winter Storm Warnings Issued for Los Angeles, New Mexico, Wisconsin as Heavy Snow and Gusty Winds to Blast on New Year’s Day

Dec 30, 2021 22:39 PM EST

The upcoming New Year's Day will likely be cold and snowy in Los Angeles, New Mexico, and Wisconsin as the National Weather Service (NWS) announced winter storm warnings in the areas.

'#TradeRuss' Starts Trending After Los Angeles Lakers Suffer Another Surprising Loss to Memphis Grizzlies

Dec 30, 2021 04:07 AM EST

#TradeRuss, the hashtag used to appeal to the Los Angeles Lakers to trade Russell Westbrook, started to trend after the team's recent lost to Memphis Grizzlies.

California Man Driving to White House to Kill Pres. Joe Biden, Other 'Persons in Power' on 'Hit List' Arrested in Iowa

Dec 30, 2021 02:44 AM EST

A California man was arrested in Iowa after he told police he was driving straight to the White House to kill President Joe Biden and other "persons in power."

Los Angeles Family of Five Vanishes After Their Newborn Tested Positive for Cocaine - LAPD

Dec 29, 2021 20:43 PM EST

After the police discovered that a family's three-week-old baby was positive for cocaine, the family of five is now missing.

Cruise With COVID-19 Outbreak Disembarks in Northern Mexico After Country Announces Acceptance of Ships with Positive Cases

Dec 29, 2021 04:57 AM EST

A cruise ship with a COVID-19 outbreak was allowed by Mexico to dock and disembark tourists after a promise from the Mexican government to keep the country open to these vessels as long as they follow sanitary precautions.

Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant to Return to Ailing Brooklyn Nets After Clearing the NBA's COVID-19 Protocols

Dec 29, 2021 04:39 AM EST

Brooklyn Nets' stars Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and LaMarcus Aldridge have been cleared from the NBA's health and safety protocols.

LeBron James, Russell Westbrook Drop Triple-Doubles as Lakers End 5-Game Losing Streak; 'The King' Becomes 3rd Player to Reach 36,000 Career Points

Dec 29, 2021 02:32 AM EST

LeBron James and Russell Westbrook both dropped triple-doubles to end the five-game skid of the Los Angeles Lakers with a 132-123 victory over the Houston Rockets.

2 Kids Dead, 4 Children Severely Injured in Hit-and-Run in Florida

Dec 28, 2021 22:33 PM EST

Authorities have found the car that was involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed two children and injured four kids.

NTSB Investigators Continue To Work On Site Of Kobe Bryant's Helicopter Crash

Officials Unable to Find Survivors in Deadly California Plane Crash; Cause of Crash Remains Unclear

Dec 28, 2021 20:43 PM EST

San Diego County Sheriff’s Department announced that they were unable to locate any survivors following the crash of a small business jet near El Cajon County, California, Monday.

NBA Shortens Quarantine Requirement for Vaccinated Players From 10 Days to 6 Following New CDC Guidelines for Asymptomatic Cases

Dec 28, 2021 02:26 AM EST

The NBA revised its quarantine process for COVID-vaccinated players, coaches, and officials, who will now be permitted to return to work as quickly as six days.