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• Lakers preparing for evolved Anthony Edwards

  17-04-2025 01:47 via ocregister.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO — The Minnesota Timberwolves using 37-year-old Joe Ingles on their scout team to play the role of Lakers star Luka Doncic in preparation for Saturday’s playoff opener was far from just Internet fodder.
  “It’s hard to replicate everything [Doncic] does,” Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said after his team’s practice on Tuesday. “We have Joe Ingles kind of simulating things, who gives us a comp on size and IQ for sure, but it’s certainly tou
  
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• With LeBron James turning 41, Lakers reflect on his longevity

  30-12-2025 03:11 via ocregister.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO — Having a 41-year-old player on his roster won’t be startling for Lakers coach JJ Redick.
  Because as Redick sees it, even though Lakers star LeBron James didn’t officially turn 41 until Tuesday, Redick has referred to James as 41 since he had his own 41st birthday back in June.
  Which makes Redick qualified to speak on how many former NBA players feels once they reach 41 years old.
  “It is remarkable – I have trouble getting out of bed in the morning and g
  
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• Bandfest, a booming, two-day celebration of Rose Parade marching bands, kicks off

  30-12-2025 03:10 via ocregister.com
  
  The Salvation Army Tournament of Roses Band performs during Bandfest, featuring the marching bands that have been chosen for the Rose Parade, at Pasadena City College on Monday December 29, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)
  The Los Angeles Unified School District High School Honor Band performs during Bandfest, featuring the marching bands that have been chosen for the Rose Parade, at Pasadena City College on Monday December 29, 2025. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contri
  
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• Dodgers trade outfielder Esteury Ruiz to Marlins

  30-12-2025 02:46 via ocregister.com
  
  The Dodgers are trading outfielder Esteury Ruiz to the Miami Marlins for minor-league pitcher Adriano Marrero, according to multiple reports.
  The speedy Ruiz played 19 games for the Dodgers after being acquired in an April trade. He was primarily a defensive replacement or pinch-runner, hitting .190 (4 for 21) with four stolen bases. He provided some insurance while the team dealt with injuries to Teoscar Hernández and Tommy Edman last season, but he wasn’t expected to factor into t
  
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• Former Stanton councilmember pleads guilty to a misdemeanor, to not living in the district she represented

  30-12-2025 02:33 via ocregister.com
  
  A former Stanton City Council member is on informal probation after pleading guilty to filing fraudulent nomination papers and has been ordered to perform 160 hours of community service, according to Orange County Superior Court records.
  Hong Alyce Van, 41, pleaded guilty Dec. 22 to a misdemeanor. In the plea bargain with prosecutors, felony charges of perjury, offering a false or forged document to be filed, registered or record, and not being entitled to vote at an election were dropped.
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• National Guard to patrol New Orleans for New Year’s a year after deadly attack

  30-12-2025 02:01 via ocregister.com
  
  By SARA CLINE and JACK BROOK
  NEW ORLEANS, La. (AP) — A National Guard deployment in New Orleans authorized by President Donald Trump will begin Tuesday as part of a heavy security presence for New Year’s celebrations a year after an attack on revelers on Bourbon Street killed 14 people, officials said Monday.
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• Mirco Demuro rides Gas Me Up to Santa Anita win, denying Flavien Prat and Sumter

  30-12-2025 01:54 via ocregister.com
  
  Gas Me Up and rider Mirco Demuro rallied from last on the Santa Anita hillside turf course to win the Grade II Joe Hernandez Stakes at 13-1 on Monday and maybe play spoiler in the national jockeys’ battle between Irad Ortiz Jr. and Flavien Prat.
  Sumter and Prat also flew late to finish second in the grass sprint with a purse of $200,000. The difference between the $120,000 winner’s share and the $40,000 for second is important for Prat, who was trying to cut into Ortiz’s e
  
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• Magic Johnson fits the theme of ‘teamwork,’ adds to his legacy as grand marshal of Rose Parade

  30-12-2025 01:49 via ocregister.com
  
  When Los Angeles Lakers star center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar could not play in Game 6 of the championship series in 1980 due to an injury, rookie point guard Earvin “Magic” Johnson played center, guard and forward in the game that clinched the NBA title, racking up 42 points, 15 rebounds, seven assists and three steals.
  It was the opening championship act in a decade of dominance for the Lakers.
  As great as his individual stat line was, Johnson’s performance offered a glorious look
  
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• Former teacher’s aide in Anaheim gets 25-year sentence for sexually assaulting 3 boys

  30-12-2025 01:42 via ocregister.com
  
  SANTA ANA — A 30-year-old former teacher’s aide for an Anaheim charter school pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually assaulting three boys, including one in the backseat of his car after church, according to court records obtained Monday.
  Justin Dean Evans pleaded guilty last Tuesday to three felony counts of forcible lewd acts on a child. He had 1,906 days credit for time already served behind bars, and Orange County Superior Court Judge Kevin Haskins or
  
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• Orange County scores and player stats for Monday, Dec. 29

  30-12-2025 01:23 via ocregister.com
  
  Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe nowScores and stats from Orange County games on Monday, Dec. 29.
  Click here for details about sending your team’s scores and stats to the Register.
  The deadline for submitting information is 10:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 p.m. Saturday.
  MONDAY’S SCORES
  BOYS SOCCER
  HAWKS INVITATIONAL
  Saddleback 5, El Modena 1
  Cypress 5, Capistrano Valley 2
  El Dorado 1, Valley View 0
  Sunny Hills 4, Anaheim
  
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• Another storm set to hit Southern California around New Year’s Day. Will it be as bad as the Christmas rain?

  30-12-2025 01:23 via ocregister.com
  
  Two storms are projected to land over parts of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, with the first arriving on Wednesday, forecasters said Monday.
  Forecasters anticipate rain lasting through Sunday, with the bulk expected to drop on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
  The first storm will remain in the region through Thursday with light showers lingering on Friday, according to the National Weather Service. The second storm is expected to arrive on Saturday and
  
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• Swanson: Kawhi Leonard is hot – what could the Clippers get for him?

  30-12-2025 01:01 via ocregister.com
  
  Kawhi Leonard was cookin’ on Sunday night. Sautéeing, barbecuing, grilling. Stone-oven, hibachi-style, Michelin Star-type stuff.
  ESPN crunched some numbers and determined Leonard’s 55-point career night in a game the Clippers won, 112-99 – and in which his usage was 42% – ranked as the second-best game in the NBA this season.
  The 34-year-old Moreno Valley legend – and Western Conference Player of the Week – served up a Clippers franchise-equaling scorin
  
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• USC women deal first loss to Nebraska

  30-12-2025 00:47 via ocregister.com
  
  LINCOLN, Neb. — Londynn Jones scored all 13 of her points in a pivotal third quarter to help No. 17 Southern California rally for a 74-66 victory over previously unbeaten Nebraska on Monday in Big Ten Conference play.
  Jones, who took just one shot in the first half and missed it, buried three straight 3-pointers after teammate Jazzy Davidson grabbed a rebound and scored to begin the third quarter. The Trojans (10-3, 2-0) used the 11-0 run to turn a two-point halftime deficit into a 47-38 l
  
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• 2025 was one of three hottest years on record, scientists say

  30-12-2025 00:37 via ocregister.com
  
  By ALEXA ST. JOHN
  Climate change worsened by human behavior made 2025 one of the three hottest years on record, scientists said.
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• US military carries out 30th strike on alleged drug boat

  30-12-2025 00:23 via ocregister.com
  
  By KONSTANTIN TOROPIN
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military said Monday that it had conducted another strike against a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people.
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• LAFC acquires Jacob Shaffelburg in trade with Nashville

  30-12-2025 00:23 via ocregister.com
  
  Canadian international Jacob Shaffelburg has joined the Los Angeles Football Club.
  The acquisition of the 26-year-old winger in a trade with Nashville SC was announced Monday.
  LAFC exchanged $1 million in General Allocation Money — $500,000 in 2026 and $500,000 in 2027 — for the Nova Scotian, who played the previous four seasons in Tennessee, where he made 65 starts in 107 appearances in all competitions, tallying 14 goals and 17 assists.
  “Jacob is a versatile, attack-minded pl
  
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• These former members of Congress are seeking comebacks in 2026

  30-12-2025 00:01 via ocregister.com
  
  By Mary Ellen McIntire, CQ-Roll Call
  For all the lawmakers who’ve announced plans to retire from congressional service this year, there’s a long list of former members from both parties who want to be back in Congress.
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• How have the Clippers suddenly turned things around?

  29-12-2025 23:59 via ocregister.com
  
  INGLEWOOD — Looking ahead to the Clippers’ next five games, four of which are at home, there are some stiff challenges.
  After playing the Sacramento Kings (8-24) on Tuesday and the Utah Jazz (12-19) on Thursday, the team faces the Boston Celtics (19-12), the Golden State Warriors (16-16) and then the New York Knicks (22-9) on the road. Daunting, but the Clippers have developed some momentum with their recent play.
  Few would have predicted that this rejuvenated Clippers team would bea
  
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• Trump administration rolls out rural health funding, with strings attached

  29-12-2025 23:53 via ocregister.com
  
  By DEVI SHASTRI and MARGERY A. BECK
  States will share $10 billion for rural health care next year in a program that aims to offset the Trump administration’s massive budget cuts to rural hospitals, federal officials announced Monday.
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• Here’s how to watch Rose Parade 2026: Floats, performances and more

  29-12-2025 23:36 via ocregister.com
  
  It is almost time for another rendition of the beloved Rose Parade, a nationally-televised celebration of the new year, float artistry and, of course, roses.
  If you’re looking to tune in from home, staff at The Pasadena Star-News, from the parade’s home city, compiled a list of everything you need to know as you watch the 137th iteration of the floral extravaganza.
  How to watch
  The parade is set to begin at 8 a.m. PST on New Year’s Day. On TV, several channels will be broadcast
  
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• Wind advisory for 5 Freeway north of LA until Monday evening – gusts as high as 55 mph

  29-12-2025 23:25 via ocregister.com
  
  5 Freeway corridor near Santa Clarita, Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational area, Santa Susana Mountains and Western San Gabriel Mountains/Highway 14 Corridor were placed under a wind advisory by the National Weather Service on Monday at 2:19 p.m. The advisory is valid between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
  According to the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA, “Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.”
  “Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread powe
  
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• Justin Herbert will not play in Chargers’ regular-season finale vs. Broncos

  29-12-2025 23:21 via ocregister.com
  
  EL SEGUNDO — Justin Herbert will not start, play a backup’s role or suit up for the Chargers’ regular-season finale on Sunday against the Broncos, Coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday. The Chargers made the decision based on the need to have a healthy-as-possible Herbert ready for the playoffs.
  Herbert fractured his left, non-throwing hand during the Chargers’ victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Nov. 30 and underwent surgery the next day. He has played with varying degrees of
  
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• Fountain Valley appoints Chris Nigg as its fire chief

  29-12-2025 22:26 via ocregister.com
  
  The city of Fountain Valley has appointed Christopher Nigg to be its new fire chief.
  Nigg brings to the city of more than 55,000 residents across 9 square miles some 20 years of fire service experience.
  “Public safety is foundational to a strong and prepared community,” Mayor Jim Cunneen said in a statement. “Chief Nigg brings the leadership needed as Fountain Valley continues to strengthen its emergency response capabilities and ensure the Fire Department is well-positioned to
  
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• No. 16 USC football embracing Alamo Bowl opportunities against TCU

  29-12-2025 22:15 via ocregister.com
  
  USC offensive lineman Tobias Raymond has played at multiple positions on the offensive line this season, bringing a steadying presence not just to the line but to the offense as a whole.
  Last season’s Las Vegas Bowl game against Texas A&M was the starting point for it all.
  “A first start is awesome, but having it be in a bowl game is pretty cool,” Raymond told reporters on Saturday. “It’s awesome to take home that jersey and being able to put it up on the wall a
  
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• Chesney names coordinators at UCLA, bringing them from James Madison

  29-12-2025 21:49 via ocregister.com
  
  LOS ANGELES — Bob Chesney is bringing his closest colleagues alongside him to Westwood.
  James Madison defensive coordinator Colin Hitschler and offensive coordinator Dean Kennedy will assume the same roles at UCLA, the university announced Monday afternoon.
  “Both Colin and Dean played integral parts to our historic success at James Madison,” Chesney said in a release. “I am thrilled that they have chosen to continue their coaching journeys in Westwood as part of our new B
  
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• Homeland Security says a fraud investigation is underway in Minneapolis

  29-12-2025 21:11 via ocregister.com
  
  MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Federal Homeland Security officials were conducting a fraud investigation on Monday in Minneapolis, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said.
  Noem posted a video on the social platform X showing DHS officers going into an unidentified business and questioning the person working behind the counter. Noem said that officers were “conducting a massive investigation on childcare and other rampant fraud.”
  “The American people deserve answers
  
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• USC’s D’Anton Lynn reportedly finalizing deal at Penn State

  29-12-2025 20:34 via ocregister.com
  
  Penn State is finalizing a deal to hire USC’s D’Anton Lynn to be the defensive coordinator for new head coach Matt Campbell, according to multiple reports.
  Lynn was rumored to be a target for the job last week, and speculation only ramped up when USC decided to cancel a Thursday evening media availability that featured the defensive coach.
  It’ll be a return to Penn State for Lynn, who was a three-time Big Ten honorable mention cornerback while playing for the Nittany Lions from
  
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• HOA Homefront: Court decision denying ADU supports board’s discretion

  29-12-2025 20:30 via ocregister.com
  
  A California appellate court decision on Dec. 19 in the Eng v. Opperman case confirmed an HOA’s application of the Business Judgment Rule in board decisions, a ruling that should discourage members who would sue their HOA simply because they disagree with such  decisions.
  Eng v. Opperman involved the Portola Valley Ranch Association, a planned development in Portola Valley in Northern California’s San Mateo County.
  The Oppermans sought to build an accessory dwelling unit on thei
  
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• Knott’s Berry Farm 2026: All the seasonal events, food festivals and holiday parties

  29-12-2025 20:25 via ocregister.com
  
  Knott’s Berry Farm has rolled out plans for its 2026 festival line-up that will fill the Buena Park theme park every month of the year with entertainment, food, thrills and fun.
  Knott’s has unveiled its annual Seasons of Fun calendar that includes events dedicated to Peanuts characters, Boysenberry treats, summertime barbecues, Halloween frights and Christmas cheer.
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• Bravo for these teens remembering service

  29-12-2025 20:21 via ocregister.com
  
  Darin and Denise Nakakihara of Laguna Niguel received a free brand-new heating and cooling system through Lennox HVAC company’s “Feel The Love” campaign. Triton Air & Plumbing installed the unit at no cost.
  (Courtesy of Triton Air & Plumbing)
  MCAS Tustin Young Marines from Santa Ana are among those who honored World War II Navajo code talkers in Window Rock, Arizona. They joined 76 fellow Young Marines youth members and adult volunteers from across the country.
  (Courtes
  
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