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Lakers Trade Proposal Adds $48 Million Center in 2-for-1 Swap
The Lakers trade search for a big man continues, though the team, like much of the league, remains in a holding pattern on the trade front, for now. The Lakers are limited in what they can do because, for one thing, they have a full roster of 15 players and, for another, they are up against the dreaded “second apron” of the NBA’s luxury tax.
"Some voices got high, some furniture got moved" - AC Green on how the Kobe vs. Shaq feud was handled by the Lakers' veterans
AC Green on how the 'veteran group' decided to reconcile the fractured relationship of Shaq and Kobe when the pair refused to see eye-to-eye.
Juju Watkins is building a ‘college superteam,’ says Sue Bird
Making memories in the French Riviera, Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird go on the air from Sport Beach in Cannes, France. The two decorated American athletes talk all things women’s sports and share the stage with USC star hooper Juju Watkins. They talk about the growth of the game, what it means to be in the spotlight, and how USC women’s basketball is building a college super team at Southern California. Sue Bird knows what’s going on in Los Angeles, with coach Lindsay Gottlieb surrounding JuJu with elite talent. Kiki Iriafen has come in from Stanford, and Talia Von Oelhoffen has...
Kobe Bryant on why Jerry Buss picked him over Shaq in 2004: "You got to bet on the horse that you know is obsessive about what they do"
Kobe Bryant said it was only right that Dr. Jerry Buss picked him over Shaquille O'Neal because he cared more about winning championships than Shaq.
Palm Springs Planning Commission to consider move that would help Prescott Preserve project move forward
The Palm Springs Planning Commission will review an amendment to existing city rules next week that would help advance a plan to restore a former golf course to its native desert habitat. The project, proposed by the Oswit Land Trust (OLT), aims to convert about 90 acres of the 120-acre...
Inland man finds gold in mixed martial arts
Could there be two sporting events more unlike each other than a mixed martial arts caged fight and a tennis match?. Probably not, but in 1998 what would become one of the most successful mixed martial arts organizations in the United States got its start on a tennis tennis court.
San Bernardino hires new Economic Development Director
Kenneth Chapa has been hired by the City of San Bernardino as the new Economic Development Director. Chapa’s first day on the job was on July 15. “Ken Chapa has a distinguished background in economic development and tourism,” said Acting City Manager Rochelle Clayton. “We are thrilled to have him aboard and look forward to him hitting the ground running.”
CSUSB professor’s latest book, ‘The Theory and Practice of Adult Education,’ is published
Viktor Wang, a professor of educational leadership and technology at California State University, San Bernardino, has released his latest scholarly work, “The Theory and Practice of Adult Education.” This book marks the 59th refereed publication by Wang and offers a comprehensive exploration of the diverse theories, methodologies, and practices that underpin adult education.
Willcox earns another shutout win behind Macumber in Little League Softball West Regional
Willcox has reached the winners bracket final of the Little League Softball West Regional at San Bernardino, Calif., following Sunday’s 2-0 win over Hawaii behind another standout pitching performance by Hattie Macumber. Macumber allowed one hit while striking out 10 and walking one in her complete-game effort. This follows...
Firefighters attack blaze south of Running Springs in San Bernardino Mountains
Firefighters battled the Blue Fire over the weekend, which sparked south of Running Springs in the San Bernardino National Forest. The vegetation fire was reported at about 2:03 p.m. Sunday southeast of Highway 330 and near City Creek Road and Aqueduct Trail, according to the U.S. Forest Service. ...
Hettiarachchi Goes Distance & McGee & Reyes Homer in Upland Foothill’s 5-2 Victory Over Northwood in First Round of So Cal 9-11 State Playoffs
The Upland Foothill Little League opened the 10-team 2024 Southern California 9-11 Division Championship at Claremont Little League on Saturday afternoon. Northwood Little League of Irvine scored two runs in the top of the first inning off of Upland’s Anthony Hettiarachchi. But that was all Hettiarachchi would allow in...
New water restrictions in California
CALIFORNIA - Starting next year, for the first time, California water providers will face permanent water restrictions to prepare for future reductions in the water supply from the state. The state will track indoor and outdoor water use and set standards for water loss. Providers must make and enforce water-saving...
Dazzling Perseid Meteor Shower is here. How to watch in California
Now through Sept. 1, specs of dust and rocks will streak across the California night sky as they smack into Earth’s atmosphere when the Perseid Meteor Shower, the most dazzling annual meteor shower seen from Earth, returns to a night sky near you this summer. That comet last visited Earth in 1995. It orbits the sun every 133 years, so it will be about a century before Swift-Tuttle swings around again. But it left us a gift in...
Scientists use AI to predict a wildfire's next move
Researchers at USC have developed a new method to accurately predict wildfire spread. By combining satellite imagery and artificial intelligence, their model offers a potential breakthrough in wildfire management and emergency response. Detailed in an early study proof published in Artificial Intelligence for the Earth Systems, the USC model uses...
Collision at La Mesa and Amethyst Roads in Victorville Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Injured
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — One person was killed, and another was airlifted with critical injuries following a traffic collision. The incident occurred around 1:47 am on July 21, 2024, at the intersection of La Mesa and Amethyst Roads in Victorville. A blue 2002 Ford Ranger overturned and landed on...
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