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David Murphy: Three thoughts on the Phillies’ first trip to the NLCS since 2010: A new era has dawned

PHILADELPHIA — The best part is realizing that you believe. Flash back through the eras and that’s what you’ll find. It’s more fun when you aren’t entirely sure, when every pivotal moment unfolds against a backdrop of incredulity, that self-preserving buzz in the back of your mind that reminds you…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Oct 16, 2022

Man killed by motorist who plowed into a taco stand in Southern California is identified

LOS ANGELES — They were a cherished but anonymous part of the tapestry of northwest Pomona, a family, reportedly from somewhere in Los Angeles, who set up their taco stand on the sidewalk outside a busy Cardenas Market.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 16, 2022

Amazon workers in San Bernardino allege anti-union actions and retaliation

LOS ANGELES — A group of workers at an Amazon air freight hub in San Bernardino that has been pushing for a $5-per-hour pay increase and more robust safety measures accused the e-commerce giant of unfair labor practices in a Thursday filing with the National Labor Relations Board.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 15, 2022

Two LA City Council meetings to be held virtually next week

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles City Council will meet virtually Tuesday and Wednesday, acting President Mitch O'Farrell said Friday.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 15, 2022

Jury awards $1.5 million to woman injured by LAPD projectile during Lakers celebration

LOS ANGELES — A federal jury has awarded $1.5 million to a woman who suffered a brain injury two years ago when a Los Angeles police officer shot her with a hard-foam projectile as she left the Lakers' downtown NBA title celebration.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 15, 2022

Man killed by motorist who plowed into a taco stand in Southern California is identified

LOS ANGELES — A man killed when a car plowed into a sidewalk taco stand in Pomona on Friday night has been identified by the Los Angeles County coroner’s office.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 15, 2022

The Dodgers and Braves Are Getting Outplayed

By the end of tonight, the top two teams in the National League could be eliminated from the postseason at the hands of their two division foes. If this happens, it won’t be because the Dodgers and Braves were victims of bad luck. No, simply, it will be because they…

Sports Illustrated · Oct 15, 2022

Burglars break into Megan Thee Stallion’s Hollywood Hills home

LOS ANGELES — Authorities are investigating a break-in at rapper Megan Thee Stallion’s Hollywood Hills home, where thieves made off with items worth potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 15, 2022

Music stars who found fame on TV before YouTube - including Britney Spears and Coldplay

These amazing television pictures show Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Ed Sheeran and other huge stars during early on-screen appearances that helped launched their mega pop careers

Daily Mirror · Oct 15, 2022

Gil Cedillo, a champion for immigrant rights, imperiled by racist leak scandal

LOS ANGELES — When four Latino leaders held a meeting to discuss Los Angeles' City Council boundaries last year, one in the group acted at points as the political elder in the room, a now-infamous audio recording revealed.

Los Angeles Times · Oct 15, 2022