UConn's Dan Hurley declines the LA Lakers' head coaching offer to stay with the Huskies, reportedly forgoing a large contract in favor of pursuing a third NCAA title.

Boxer Ryan Garcia was arrested for alleged vandalism at Beverly Hills' Waldorf Astoria hotel causing $15,000 in damages, with potential charges of public intoxication.

Basketball legend Bill Walton passed away at 71 after battling cancer, leaving a legacy of NCAA and NBA achievements and a cherished career as a commentator.

Marathon runner Esteban Prado was disqualified from the Orange County Marathon after receiving aid from his father, a rule violation. The win was awarded to runner-up Jason Yang.

LA Galaxy's Joseph Paintsil was subjected to online racial abuse after a match with LAFC, with both clubs and the MLS condemning the incident and offering support to the player.

The Edison High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team was recognized at the Mayor's Spotlight Awards for their successful season and advancement to the CIF Quarterfinals.

El Camino Real Charter High School wins the California Academic Decathlon and advances to the national competition to uphold the state's 20-year winning streak.

The Dodgers fired interpreter Ippei Mizuhara after he was accused of stealing from Shohei Ohtani for gambling; the matter is being referred to authorities.

Paul Pierce's LA home was burglarized, with thieves stealing luxury watches and $100k. No arrests have been made.

Kobe Bryant's 2000 NBA championship ring, given to his father Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, is up for auction and could attract bids well above its current $94,000 price.

Shohei Ohtani is set to begin a throwing program which may lead to a defensive role with the Dodgers, despite being primarily a designated hitter this season and not returning to pitching.

The Kobe Bryant statue outside the Crypto.com Arena has typos on its plaque, misnaming NBA players and making spelling errors on an event description.

LA Supervisor Kathryn Barger will honor two Antelope Valley high school girls' teams for their CIF Southern California championships during a board meeting.