• Use your move to make big changes

    Use your move to make big changes
    Moving is a big deal.
    Stress can emerge over finances, contracts, logistics, purging, packing, cleaning and adjusting to new living quarters.
    At the end of the day, moving involves a great deal of change. Upsizing, downsizing, relocating, combining families, financial difficulties, health issues – whatever the reason for your move, there will be changes.
    The next time you move, why not look for some helpful changes to make along with all the physical changes. Here are some suggestions:
    Dis
  • Horse racing: Skippylongstocking wins Pegasus World Cup in upset

    Horse racing: Skippylongstocking wins Pegasus World Cup in upset
    Skippylongstocking and jockey Tyler Gaffalione rallied on the outside for a $45.20 upset in the Pegasus World Cup Invitational on Saturday, denying his Saffie Joseph Jr. barnmate White Abarrio a repeat in the $3 million race for older horses at Gulfstream Park in Florida.
    Seven-year-old Skippylongstocking regained the form of his win in the Hollywood Gold Cup at Santa Anita last spring.
    Test Score ($17.20), set up by a strong autumn in California, won the $1 million Pegasus World Cup Turf I
  • NFC Championship: Rams face Seahawks in drama-laden third act

    NFC Championship: Rams face Seahawks in drama-laden third act
    LOS ANGELES — Jared Verse leaned over the microphone during his Thursday press conference, dripping sweat from the Rams’ first full practice ahead of their NFC championship game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
    Still catching his breath, the outside linebacker admitted, “The energy’s just different this week.”
    “I think everyone’s taking the same approach,” he continued. “Every step you take is a lot more mindful. If you make a mistake
  • Orange County boys basketball standings, Jan. 24

    Orange County boys basketball standings, Jan. 24
    Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe nowStandings for the Orange County boys basketball leagues through Friday, Jan. 23.Trinity League
    League
    Overall
    St. John Bosco
    3-0
    17-5
    Santa Margarita
    2-1
    22-3
    Mater Dei
    2-1
    15-9
    JSerra
    1-2
    14-11
    Orange Lutheran
    1-2
    17-7
    Servite
    0-3
    17-8
    South Coast League
    League
    Overall
    Tesoro
    4-0
    21-3
    San Clemente
    3-1
    13-10
    San Juan Hills
    2-2
    12-10
    Dana Hills
    1-3
    8-14
    Capistrano Valley
    0-4
    10-13
    Sea View League
    League
    Overal
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  • Clippers’ Ivica Zubac rebounds at the right time

    Clippers’ Ivica Zubac rebounds at the right time
    INGLEWOOD — Veteran point James Harden noticed Ivica Zubac getting treatment Thursday morning ahead of their game against the Lakers and saw an opportunity to speak up, so he approached the Clippers’ center with a message.
    “I basically told him we need a 20 (-point) and 15 (-rebound) game from him tonight and to be physical down around the basket and finishing around the rim, dunking the basketball,” Harden said.
    Zubac listened carefully to Harden’s words and turned
  • LGBTQ groups lobby OC children’s hospital not to end gender-affirming care

    LGBTQ groups lobby OC children’s hospital not to end gender-affirming care
    Members of several Orange County LGBTQ organizations called on hospital executives of Orange County’s children’s hospital to put “patients before politics” during a demonstration Saturday, Jan. 24, over the ending of gender-affirming care for the young patients.
    Cass Malcor holds the Progress Pride flag during the “Patients Before Politics” protest at Children’s Hospital of Orange County in Orange on Saturday, January 24, 2026. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, O
  • NFC Championship: Rams at Seahawks – who has the edge?

    NFC Championship: Rams at Seahawks – who has the edge?
    RAMS at SEAHAWKS
    When: 3:30 p.m. Sunday
    Where: Lumen Field, Seattle
    TV/Radio: FOX (Ch. 11)/710 AM; 93.1 FM; 1330 AM (Spanish); Sirius 226, 228
    Line: Seahawks by 2.5
    Notable injury designations
    Rams: OUT: RT Rob Havenstein (ankle/knee); QUESTIONABLE: OLB Byron Young (knee).
    Seahawks: OUT: LB Chazz Surratt (ankle); DOUBTFUL: OT Amari Kight (knee); QUESTIONABLE: FB Robbie Ouzts (neck), OT Josh Jones (knee/ankle).
    What’s at stake? An NFC championship and a trip to the Super Bowl, the Rams&rsqu
  • Estranged husband arrested in killing of Newport Beach woman found in Crestline

    Estranged husband arrested in killing of Newport Beach woman found in Crestline
    The estranged husband of a Newport Beach woman whose body was found down an embankment near Highway 138 in Crestline in November has been arrested on suspicion of her murder, authorities said Saturday, Jan. 24.
    Gordon Abas Goodarzi, 66, of Rolling Hills, was arrested Friday, Jan. 23, in connection with the death of Aryan Papoli, 58, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said in a news release.
    Papoli was found around 11:45 a.m. on Nov. 18, near Highway 138 and Crestline Road, the
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  • Alexander: For Rams to win, Matthew Stafford must play like an MVP

    Alexander: For Rams to win, Matthew Stafford must play like an MVP
    SEATTLE — If Matthew Stafford is truly the NFL’s Most Valuable Player – as many observers anticipate and the Professional Football Writers Association already announced this past week – this is the time he needs to demonstrate why.
    Indeed, the process already has begun. The Rams are in the NFC Championship game, one step from the Super Bowl, precisely because Stafford kept his cool when others might have lost theirs. He directed a game-winning drive in the wild-card round
  • Siamese mix Marshmallow is looking for a quiet home

    Siamese mix Marshmallow is looking for a quiet home
    Breed: Ragdoll-Siamese mix
    Age: About 6 years
    Sex: Neutered male
    Marshmallow’s story: Marshmallow loves people and will happily follow them from room to room, curiously observing everything that’s happening. He would do best in a quiet, low-activity home where he can feel settled and comfortable. Marshmallow loves food and likes to hang out in the kitchen, chatting and asking when dinner will be served. He enjoys companionship and is best suited for someone who appreciates an indepen
  • Playing and investigating are two of kitty Meadow’s favorite things

    Playing and investigating are two of kitty Meadow’s favorite things
    Breed: Domestic shorthair tortoiseshell
    Age: 1 year
    Sex: Spayed female
    Meadow’s story: Active, playful Meadow loves toys, and she has plenty to keep her engaged. She’s curious and loves to investigate new things. She has been around other cats, but not dogs or kids, so the rescue isn’t sure how she would be with them. She’s shy and would love a calm and patient owner or family who will help her feel safe and comfortable so she can grow and thrive. If you’re looking
  • Secret to USC basketball’s toughness? Football players

    Secret to USC basketball’s toughness? Football players
    The USC men’s basketball coaches were all in agreement after reviewing film of a potential transfer – or at least almost all of them. They liked this particular player. They really liked him.
    “Well, he just hit the ground four times,” Trojans head coach Eric Musselman piped up.
    There’s some confusion. One assistant asks what he means. The answer lies in an adage that Musselman’s father and longtime coach, Bill, drilled into his players as well as his own famil
  • New England at Denver: What you need to know for Sunday’s AFC title game

    New England at Denver: What you need to know for Sunday’s AFC title game
    The New England Patriots face the Denver Broncos in the AFC championship game Sunday.
    The Patriots have a strong offense, ranked third overall, while the Broncos boast the league’s second-best defense. Patriots quarterback Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes last week.
    Denver’s defense led the league with 68 sacks this season. Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham is making his first start since 2023 with Bo Nix (ankle) out.
    Both teams are coming off big wins, with the Patriots def
  • AFC Championship preview: Patriots and Broncos prepare for different QB duel

    AFC Championship preview: Patriots and Broncos prepare for different QB duel
    DENVER — If any opponent is familiar with Denver Broncos fill-in quarterback Jarrett Stidham, it’s the New England Patriots, who drafted him in 2019 to serve as Tom Brady’s backup.
    When Josh McDaniels took the Las Vegas Raiders’ head coaching job, he traded for Stidham, who backed up Derek Carr for two years before signing with Denver, where he served as Russell Wilson’s No. 2, then as Bo Nix’s right-hand man.
    After McDaniels returned to New England for his th
  • Adam Summers: Why California’s high cost of living is not inevitable

    Adam Summers: Why California’s high cost of living is not inevitable
    Politicians as diverse as socialist New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Republican President Donald Trump have recently tapped into voters’ concerns about affordability. This has already been an issue for some time in California. While there is little debate that it is becoming harder and harder to get by comfortably, there are significant differences in opinion over how much of the problem is nature versus nurture.
    I was discussing this with a friend of mine who is politically left-of-
  • Fountain Valley to ask residents whether they want a charter

    Fountain Valley to ask residents whether they want a charter
    After an outpouring of opposition and even confusion by residents about the merits of their city adopting its own charter, the Fountain Valley City Council decided to “pump the brakes” on the prospect.
    The council narrowly voted in November to put the idea of becoming a charter city before voters this year. A charter, essentially a city constitution, could give the city more say over local affairs such as local elections and bidding processes and even put the city in a better positio
  • USC football breakdown: How the Trojans look on special teams

    USC football breakdown: How the Trojans look on special teams
    USC football coach Lincoln Riley was a constant presence in special teams meetings this season, slipping in to monitor the phase of the game that’s becoming increasingly important. He was on the field with the group, too, observing each fielded punt and kickoff.
    Riley will have a new man to trust with special teams this season. The Trojans have hired Mike Ekeler, former special teams coach at Nebraska, to lead the group.
    Ekeler has nine seasons of experience as a special teams coordinator
  • LAFC signs Amin Boudri from Sweden’s first division

    LAFC signs Amin Boudri from Sweden’s first division
    Swedish midfielder Amin Boudri has signed with the Los Angeles Football Club.
    The 21-year-old’s acquisition from club GAIS in the Allsvenskan, Sweden’s first division, was announced Saturday.
    After the Black & Gold paid a nearly $4 million transfer fee to GAIS, according to reporter Fabrizio Romano, Boudri will be contracted to LAFC through the 2029 season, including a club option for an additional year.
    “We’re thrilled to welcome Amin to
  • Georgia commit Gavin Honore among football players who have left Mater Dei

    Georgia commit Gavin Honore among football players who have left Mater Dei
    Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe nowTwo Mater Dei football players have confirmed their transfer to new schools and a third player has indicated a move via social media.
    Wide receiver Gavin Honore, who is committed to George, has enrolled at Bishop Gorman of Las Vegas, the junior said Friday.
    Honore (5-10, 180) earned first-team All-Trinity League honors in the fall after collecting 23 receptions for 368 yards and two touchdowns.
    He was exp
  • Orange County restaurants shut down by health inspectors (Jan. 15-22)

    Orange County restaurants shut down by health inspectors (Jan. 15-22)
    Restaurants and other food vendors ordered to close and allowed to reopen by Orange County health inspectors from Jan. 15 to Jan. 22.
    Lollicup Fresh at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 1028, Santa AnaClosed: Jan. 22
    Reason: Operating without a valid health permitJoe’s Gourmet Deli, 6904 Katella Ave., CypressClosed: Jan. 21
    Reason: Cockroach infestation
    Reopened: Jan. 22Afters Ice Cream, 18030 Brookhurst St., Suite A-1, Fountain ValleyClosed: Jan. 22
    Reason: Sewage overflowTaiko Udon
  • Larry Wilson: The fix is in on American sports

    Larry Wilson: The fix is in on American sports
    I was never interested in gambling, or even in playing innocent cards, which is weird, because I had genetic reasons to be pre-disposed to the vice.
    My paternal grandfather, allergic to shovels and panning in Arctic streams, would board ships from San Francisco to Alaska as prospectors in the ‘20s still dreamed of the booty from the turn-of-the-century Gold Rush. He’d play gin rummy games all the way up, and turn around as soon as he got there, playing gin all the way back to Califor
  • UCLA football breakdown: How the Bruins look on special teams

    UCLA football breakdown: How the Bruins look on special teams
    For just a few days, the special teams unit was in real limbo in Westwood.
    Kicker Mateen Bhaghani entered the transfer portal as it opened, even taking a visit to Arizona State on the same weekend as a handful of former teammates.
    Bhaghani later confirmed to the Southern California News Group, however, that he was remaining a Bruin. UCLA should be able to breathe a little easier getting its kicker back – one who, at one point last season, led all Bruins with individual points per game.
    Bha
  • Soup is one of the season’s simple pleasures

    Soup is one of the season’s simple pleasures
    Soup is a one-pot wonder, the ultimate comfort food that soothes both body and soul. Now that we’re out of summer and our days are shorter and chillier, it’s time to get out the crockpot and put together a tried-and-true favorite or attempt something new.
    Since anthropologists tell us soup-making dates back at least 20,000 years, there are countless recipes to choose from.
    Asian and French cuisines offer clear, simple soups like miso, egg drop or classic consomme. These minimalist so
  • Walt Disney made up Disneyland as he went along during construction in the mid-1950s

    Walt Disney made up Disneyland as he went along during construction in the mid-1950s
    Walt Disney made up plans for Disneyland as he went along during the yearlong construction blitz in the mid-1950s that his critics mocked as impossible and predicted would become a spectacular failure, according to a new documentary about the making of the Anaheim theme park.
    Disneyland Construction Supervisor Joe Fowler said work began in July 1954 with virtually no plans for the park in the new “Disneyland Handcrafted” documentary by filmmaker Leslie Iwerks that debuted Thursday, J
  • Police chief calls for calm after a man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown

    Police chief calls for calm after a man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown
    By JACK BROOK, Associated Press
    MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Federal immigration officers shot and killed a man Saturday in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier.
    The details surrounding the shooting weren’t immediately clear, but Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the person was shot amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said a 37-year-old man was killed.
    He urge
  • Person shot by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis

    Person shot by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis
    A person was shot by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis Saturday morning, officials say.
    The shooting occurred on Nicollet Avenue near 26th Street, according to a post on the city’s social media page. No information on the person’s condition was immediately released.
    Officials asked members of the public “to remain calm and avoid the immediate area.”
    Saturday’s shooting is the third in as many weeks by immigration officers in Minneapolis, beginning with the
  • Man shot during Minneapolis immigration crackdown has died, hospital record shows

    Man shot during Minneapolis immigration crackdown has died, hospital record shows
    MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A 51-year-old man shot Saturday by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis has died, a hospital record obtained by The Associated Press shows.
    The person was shot amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, Gov. Tim Walz said. The details surrounding the shooting weren’t immediately clear. Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin told the AP in a text message that the person had a firearm with two magazines and that the si
  • Man shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown

    Man shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown
    By JACK BROOK, Associated Press
    MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Federal immigration officers shot and killed a man Saturday in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier.
    The details surrounding the shooting weren’t immediately clear, but Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the person was shot amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. A hospital record obtained by The Associated Press that a 51-year-old man who was shot
  • California homebuying drops to 2nd-lowest level in 21 years

    California homebuying drops to 2nd-lowest level in 21 years
    California homebuying fell to its second-lowest level for a November in 21 years, despite mortgage rates at their lowest in three years.
    Statewide, 23,317 existing and newly built homes — houses and condos — were sold, according to Attom data dating to 2005. This broad tally of sales is down 8% over 12 months and 30% below average.
    It’s no short-run slip. Sales over the past three years averaged 26,428 per month – 31% below the pace of the previous 18 years.
    Contemplate t
  • Susan Shelley: Gavin Newsom grandstands and flops at Davos

    Susan Shelley: Gavin Newsom grandstands and flops at Davos
    Gov. Gavin Newsom is back from his all-expense-paid trip to Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum. Guess who paid for it.
    Every special interest in California.
    KCRA in Sacramento reported that the cost of this trip, like all the governor’s official travel, was paid by the California State Protocol Foundation. The mission of the foundation is “to lessen the burden on California taxpayers by relieving California of its obligations to fund certain expenditures.”
    That&rs

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