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

Doctors who've gone to medical school for nearly four years and nurses who are within two months of graduation are needed during the coronavirus crisis.

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.

It would be grossly unfair to allow disadvantaged students to languish during a long gap in schooling while students whose families have more resources forge ahead.

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.

A federal appeals court rules that a state's failure to teach kids their ABCs denies students their rights under the U.S. Constitution.

The Clippers have made some trade inquiries but coach Doc Rivers and forward Paul George talk about the strength of the current roster.

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.

It has been a year since Joakim Noah appeared in an NBA game, but Clippers coach Doc Rivers says the veteran "doesn't need minutes" as he gets into game shape.

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.

In between 'NBA 2K' games and rounds of 'Call of Duty,' Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is focused on staying ready for the NBA's potential return.

Mark Hughes, a Clippers assistant general manager who joined the team in 2017, will interview for the Chicago Bulls' general manager job, sources say.

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

Lee Zeidman didn't know when Kobe Bryant's memorial would be but he knew there was only one place it should be held: Staples Center.

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.

In an attempt to keep the matter under wraps, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department quietly ordered deputies to delete any photos of the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash scene after a citizen complained that a deputy was showing the gruesome images at a Norwalk bar, two public safety sources with knowledge of the events said.

The Los Angeles Times first reported allegations that deputies were sharing graphic crash photos. Vanessa Bryant's lawyer has asked for an investigation.

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 fought back from a late deficit to give themselves a chance but it wasn't enough as a last-second three-pointer by Anthony Davis didn't fall and the Nets walked away with the win.

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

Catching up with the Lakers All-Star forward and what it's been like for him during the quarantine and continuing suspension of play.

The Lakers plan to ask top-level executives to voluntarily defer 20% of their pay as the team navigates its finances during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lakers star LeBron James tells reporters Wednesday that he's "proud of what we were able to accomplish to this point." He hopes to resume title chase if it's safe.

Former Laker and current Denver Nugget Troy Daniels can't do much basketball-wise right now because he doesn't have a home court.

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.

The NBA has told teams they can reopen their practice facilities May 8 under certain restrictions if they are in a state where public health guidelines allow it.

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

The NBA continues to review its options for resuming play, and that includes some form of finishing the regular season ahead of the playoffs.

If the NBA doesn't come back this season because of the coronavirus pandemic, here are the five biggest losers, starting with LeBron James

As the coronavirus pandemic become grimmer, young people are considering moving home with their parents and extended family. But that presents risks.

Model-car building is one of the old-school hobbies enjoying a resurgence during the pandemic lockdown. Haven't done that in a while? Here's where to find a kit and what to look for.

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.