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Parole denied for Erik Menendez. What happens next – NBC Los Angeles

Erik Menendez was denied a parole by the California Board of Parole Hearings on Thursday, 36 years and one day after he and his brother shot and killed their parents…

Dodgers split with Rockies, head to San Diego for another showdown series – Orange County Register

Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw throws to the plate during the first inning of a game against the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, at Coors Field in Denver.…

Padres’ bullpen pulls no punches in win over Giants – San Diego Union-Tribune

A good sign for the Padres beyond their 8-4 victory Thursday was how manager Mike Shildt used his bullpen with his team up four runs against a subpar Giants offense.…

Puerto Rican tattoo artists are using Bad Bunny’s residency to flaunt their artistry — and educate tourists

Hay cosas que se tatúan sin tinta. Some things are tattooed without ink, as the translation goes. Rather, there are memories so precious, or emotional experiences so strong, they leave…

Erik Menendez to remain in prison after decision by California Parole Board

SACRAMENTO — Erik Menendez will not be released, the California Parole Board decided in a highly anticipated and lengthy hearing Thursday, curtailing for now the contentious push by he and…

Pope Leo XIV to travel to Lebanon in likely first international trip

Pope Leo XIV is preparing to travel to Lebanon later this year, in what could be his first journey abroad since being elected head of the Catholic Church in May.…

‘He’s trying to rig the election.’ Newsom bashes Trump as redistricting campaign kicks off

SACRAMENTO — Moments after California lawmakers passed a plan designed to undercut attempts by the president and fellow Republicans to keep control of Congress, Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state’s…

Marijuana farm with toxic chemicals busted in Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park is home to the world’s largest trees and iconic birds including peregrine falcons and bald eagles. But in its backcountry, illegal marijuana grows are wreaking havoc on…

Get ready for Thursday’s kickoff in Orange County – Orange County Register

The wait is over. High school football is starting Thursday night in Orange County. There are several good matchups on the schedule, starting with Yorba Linda vs. Mayfair at SoFi…

Wrelton Drive home project in Bird Rock is cleared by S.D. hearing officer – San Diego Union-Tribune

A controversial project for La Jolla’s southern border that has gone through different iterations — and several local reviews — got the green light from a city of San Diego…