The virus simmered quietly in Cuba for about a year before infecting thousands.

In the largest Arctic expedition yet, researchers will gather as much data as they can on the fading ice—and climate change.

Mathematical modeling and AI can pick out patterns preceding epidemics that human brains can’t readily discern.

But many questions remain about the true origin of the Homo sapiens species.

A look at the latest gear to cross our desks.
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Congress can and should do more to combat a coronavirus downturn — including a $1,000 UBI check to every citizen.

It's legitimate to worry that the steps we're taking to contain the coronavirus are causing unnecessary damage to the U.S. economy. But the damage that the disease would cause if it isn't contained would be far worse.

With officials meeting virtually amid the coronavirus, the government must ensure that the public still has sufficient opportunity to participate.

The last thing L.A. County needs during a coronavirus pandemic is a turf battle between the sheriff and the Board of Supervisors.

City elections typically drew 15% turnout. In the March primary, the seven City Council races on the ballot drew, on average, more than 30% turnout.

Judges aren't wizards who can see the future, so it's absurd to grant them legal power to brand any juveniles as incorrigible.

The coronavirus epidemic has superheated the issues confronting colleges and their students in ways that will reverberate for years, if not forever.

At a time when L.A. residents are demanding more from their local government's safety net, their city has significantly less money to help.

In America, the healthiest are by no coincidence also the wealthiest. The poor, the disabled and people of color get the short end of the stick.

The Clippers have their sites set on a championship run with the addition of forward Marcus Morris, but his debut might have to wait.

The Clippers will soon feature a new lineup with Marcus Morris, but on Saturday it was new-look Minnesota that dominated from the start to win 142-115.

In a 133-92 blowout win, the Clippers dealt Cleveland its largest margin of defeat at home in Cavaliers history as Marcus Morris had several highlight plays.

The Clippers planned to work out forward Evan Turner on Saturday as they search for players to fill the team's open roster spots.

As the Clippers struggle to find continuity, Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris hope their arrivals don't throw off the team's rhythm.

Kawhi Leonard scored 25 points, Montrezl Harrell added 22 and the Clippers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 124-97 rout of the Memphis Grizzlies

The Clippers got big plays from Reggie Jackson and Marcus Morris while stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George did just enough in a 102-92 victory at Phoenix.

The Clippers routed Denver 132-103 on Friday in a meeting of Western Conference powers by slowing down Nuggets one-of-a-kind center Nikola Jokic.

By effectively buying out MSG's opposition Ballmer would clear a significant obstacle in the path of starting construction on a new arena for the Clippers.

The Clippers viewed their victory against Oklahoma City as an example of why they're confident to play either on Houston's terms or set their own Thursday.

Clippers' Patrick Beverley quickly walks off camera after being swept by Phoenix's Deandre Ayton in "NBA 2K" Players Tournament. Devin Booker takes the title.

Clippers coach Doc Rivers spent time Thursday speaking to Rams players and answering questions about winning through teamwork.

LeBron James will not play in the Lakers' game against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night in San Francisco because of a strained groin.

Anthony Davis finished with 23 points and six rebounds as the Lakers won their seventh straight game in a win over the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors.

The Lakers are have a rating of plus-8.4 when LeBron James is the court, but it drops to a minus-0.1 when he rests, according to NBA.com.

The Lakers worked out JR Smith and Dion Waiters on Monday as they began the process to fill their final roster spot, according to several sources familiar with the situation.

Lakers star LeBron James on the prospect of games in empty arenas because of the coronavirus outbreak: "I ain't playing if you don't have the fans."

Dion Waiters has only played three games this season, but coach Frank Vogel says the veteran guard is "definitely a player that can help us."

Lakers star LeBron James revises his stance on playing game without fans, saying he'd do so if it's in the best interest of the franchise and the NBA.

The Lakers and the NBA are trying to deal with the coronavirus and how it might affect the rest of the season.

NBA teams in states with relaxed or no stay-at-home orders will be allowed to open their facilities beginning May 1, but only for individual workouts.

LeBron James and Anthony Davis enjoyed a magical season together. In a summer lost to the coronavirus, no team loses more than the Lakers.

In Mar Vista, a family started posting riddles on their front lawn each day. Soon, the neighborhood was riddled with riddles, creating new ways for neighbors to connect.

We asked readers to share their experiences about what it's like dating in the middle of a pandemic. Many hope the shutdown will lead to deeper connections, and love. One unexpected upside? You don't need to wear pants -- or even shower -- for virtual dates. Here are some highlights.

USC had a commitment from Bryce Young, the top-ranked quarterback, in the 2020 recruiting class. When Young flipped to Alabama, the Trojans' backup plan crumbled.

USC's final chance to salvage the 2020 recruiting class came with no surprises as the day showed off the state of the program.

Athletic director Mike Bohn's steady hand and guiding principle, according to administrators and coaches, helped USC through trying times this week.

USC football coach Clay Helton isn't concerned about losing spring practice time. His focus now is on keeping his players healthy.

USC football players looking forward to pro day will not get the chance to participate in it because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Onyeka Okongwu, a former Chino Hills player and an All-Pac-12 first-team forward for USC, announced his intention to enter the NBA draft after one season in college.

Long Beach State center Joshua Morgan will become the fourth basketball player to transfer to USC since the end of the season.

Saving Wall Street in the 2008 crash didn't save Main Street. We can't let that happen again.

A model predicts COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. will drop to zero by June. Another suggests without a vaccine, the coronavirus will be with us for years.

President Trump accused Voice of America of buying into Chinese propaganda in covering coronavirus. That's absurd.

Angels star Mike Trout did not hold back his opinion on the Houston Astros cheating scandal when he spoke to reporters at Angels spring training.

Angels owner Arte Moreno explained how Gerrit Cole was his team's primary target in the offseason, but despite his team's big offer, "you knew no matter what I did, we were going to get outbid."