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Lil Durk Acquitted on All Murder-for-Hire Charges — 1dFederal jurors found Lil Durk not guilty on all murder-for-hire charges in Los Angeles, while his co-defendants were convicted on stalking-related counts. Durk still faces separate racketeering charges and remains in custody ahead of further legal proceedings.

Dana Whitfield The co defendants got nailed on stalking while Durk walked free on the main counts so the jury must have weighed the evidence carefully.

Nationals edge Angels 4-3 while stranding five runners in scoring position — 3dWashington edged Los Angeles 4-3 as the Angels squandered scoring chances, while Cubs infielder Dansby Swanson is on pace to return from a left oblique strain with rehab games and a potential activation in Cincinnati; the Arizona Diamondbacks outlasted the Kansas City Royals 5-4 in 10 innings to hold a half-game lead for the NL final playoff spot.

Woman stopped by security at Harris Malibu property — 17hSecurity personnel stopped a trespasser who illegally entered the Malibu property of former Vice President Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff, with deputies responding and no arrest reported as Harris and Emhoff were not home. The incident underscores ongoing scrutiny over Harris’s protection after leaving the vice presidency, with reports noting she no longer receives Secret Service protection and that security and local law enforcement coordinated the response at both Malibu and Los Angeles locations.

Sam Okafor Trespassing on a private home is wrong no matter who lives there, and the quick response from security was the right call.

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Angel Reese Issues Warning After Team USA Defeats Hungary 108-56 — 3dAngel Reese continues to anchor Team USA’s defense at the FIBA World Cup, bolstering her case as a top defensive player while signaling confidence that the team can win gold. Across decisive wins over Czechia and Hungary, she has shown versatility and leadership on the roster despite not starting, as USA pursues a fifth consecutive World Cup title.

Snoop Dogg Set to Host 2026 VMAs in Los Angeles — 2dSnoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on September 27, marking the first West Coast VMAs since 2017, with Nirvana set to receive the Video Vanguard Award and the show airing across CBS, MTV and Paramount+. Coverage across outlets highlights Snoop’s long history with the VMAs and confirms the West Coast return and ongoing roster announcements for performers and nominees.

Derek Foss Snoop hosting the VMAs back in LA should bring some real West Coast energy to the show after all these years.

Angel Yin makes Solheim Cup team after 35-pound illness struggle — 3dAngel Yin says she’s ready to compete for the United States in the Solheim Cup after recovering from a severe stomach illness that sidelined her for two months and a summer that saw her shed 35 pounds; despite a rocky comeback and recent poor results, she has the U.S. captain’s backing and remains central to America’s plan to defend the cup. Her case highlights both the trust the team places in her and questions about whether she’ll deliver in the high-stakes matches against Europe this week.

Marcus Bell Losing 35 pounds from being sick for two months is rough, and her recent play shows it. Not sure she's ready to carry the team against Europe.

Jared Jones' slider and Konnor Griffin's return power Pirates past Angels — Sep 5, 2026Jared Jones dominated over six innings with a heavy slider, totaling nine strikeouts and allowing just three hits to lift the Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Angels and keep Pittsburgh’s wild-card push alive. Konnor Griffin returned from the IL and scored the go-ahead run on Jake Mangum’s double as Pittsburgh’s bullpen closed out the shutout amid the Angels’ slide.

Derek Foss games are stressful to watch but that's a total team win. Every part of the roster showed up for this one.

Hurricane Marie Cancels Santa Monica Ocean Way Festival — 1dThe Ocean Way Festival in Santa Monica was canceled two weeks before its Sept. 26-27 debut due to Hurricane Marie causing significant beach erosion, with refunds being issued and plans announced to return in 2027. The two-day beach festival, organized by Goldenvoice and featuring headliners The Killers, Olivia Dean, and Jack White, is the second major Los Angeles–area beach festival canceled this year as organizers prioritize safety and beach restoration.

Sam Okafor It's disappointing to lose the festival again this year, but the erosion from Marie makes canceling the right call for safety.

U2 to Receive MusiCares 2027 Honor on Band's 50th Anniversary — 2dU2 are named MusiCares 2027 Persons of the Year, celebrated for five decades of music and extensive humanitarian work, with a February gala at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The honor highlights Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr.'s philanthropy and impact beyond music.

Priya Raman U2's charity work has always stood out, so this 2027 honor feels well earned after fifty years.

Tucker Grand Slam Propels Dodgers to Eighth Straight Win — 1dThe Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Miami Marlins 6-2 to extend their season-best eight-game winning streak, with Blake Snell delivering a strong start and the bullpen closing it out. Kyle Tucker powered the win with a grand slam and a 3-for-3 night, driving in five runs after a slump, while Josue De Paula debuted for the Dodgers in the same game.

Chris Dalton Kyle Tucker breaking out with five RBIs after his slump really carried the Dodgers tonight.

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Suns Center Mark Williams Undergoes Shoulder Surgery — 1dPhoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery to repair a torn left shoulder labrum and will miss an extended period, with no return timeline announced as training camp approaches, potentially reshaping the Suns’ rotation in his absence. The injury comes amid past trade drama with the Los Angeles Lakers over Williams and underscores asset considerations in that deal’s history.

Nicole Hardy Williams needs to focus on a full recovery before worrying about any past Lakers trade issues.

Kroenke Plans $4 Billion Angels Purchase, Four-Sport Ownership — Sep 3, 2026Stan Kroenke’s Kroenke Sports & Entertainment has agreed to purchase the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno for about $4 billion, a MLB record price, with the sale expected to close in early 2027 pending MLB approval. The move is seen as a potential turnaround for a team that has endured 11 straight losing seasons, drawing praise from some former players and analysts while eliciting mixed reactions from fans and critics alike.

Martínez Powers Guardians Past Twins 5-2 — 1dAngel Martínez powered the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins, homering and then delivering a ninth-inning double to spark the go-ahead rally as Cleveland moved two games ahead in the AL wild-card race. The performance, highlighted by his 15th homer of the season and late-game scoring support from teammates, was backed by strong relief from Hunter Gaddis and Cade Smith.

Dana Whitfield Cleveland's bullpen has been reliable lately and Gaddis plus Smith kept the Twins quiet after the early runs. Two games up in the wild card feels like real progress.

McDaniel, Harbaugh Build Chargers Offensive PartnershipSports — 2dLos Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has teamed with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel to overhaul a stagnant offense and unlock Justin Herbert with a more explosive, motion-heavy, run-first system. The pair’s complementary strengths and ongoing familiarity, along with upcoming matchups and cross-coach intrigue, have created guarded optimism for a potential turnaround.