UCLA defense adopts ‘Bruin Bullies’ mindset
Returning senior defensive back Cole Martin explains how the new-look unit wants to embody head coach Bob Chesney’s previous successes at James Madison.
The 2 transfers who could help transform USC’s defense
The coaching staff is still settling on a depth chart for the Trojans’ Aug. 29 season opener, but cornerback Jontez Williams and linebacker Deven Bryant are standing out.
Clippers get Max Strus in multi-team deal that sends Peyton Watson to Cleveland
Strus, who appeared in just 12 regular-season games last year because of a fracture in his left foot, is considered a quality shooter and connector. Watson, a UCLA product who…
Dodgers get ‘best-case scenario’ report on Edwin Diaz’s neck injury
Manager Dave Roberts is optimistic that the struggling closer, who was sidelined for more than three months following a procedure on his elbow, could return after a short stint on…
Angels’ Nolan Schanuel believes he could someday be a batting champ
Schanuel has put aside his efforts to increase his power, figuring he can help the team more by getting hits. The Angels have not done much at the plate lately,…
Angels continue their offensive struggle in loss to Astros
The Angels waste solid pitching in a 3-2 loss, with both their runs coming on one swing of the bat in the fourth inning. Mike Trout misses an opportunity when…
Trinity League Football Podcast: Previews set stage for exciting Week 0
OCVarsity reporter Dan Albano and Scott Barajas examine the strengths, concerns and breakout players for each team.
Tech deploys charm offensive to combat AI data center backlash
For the 230,000 people living in rural Doña Ana County, Oracle Corp.’s Project Jupiter data center has quickly become an inescapable part of life. Mailers hailing “A NEW DAY FOR…
Can Huntington Beach afford to raise police salary by 17% over three years? City leaders are divided
Under the tentative agreement, 259 officers would receive an 8% bump the first year, retroactive to July 1, followed by an additional 4% in 2027 and 5% in 2028.
State funding will help Garden Grove recoup chemical incident costs. Nearby cities were denied
The cities of Garden Grove, Stanton and Westminster all asked the Governor's Office of Emergency Assistance for financial assistance to recoup costs related to the chemical incident at GKN Aerospace.