FIFA studies expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 teams: Reuters

FIFA is studying whether to expand the 2030 men's World Cup from 48 to 64 teams, according to a document reviewed by Reuters, as the tournament prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Tony Romo OWI arrest, on leave from CBS indefinitely

Tony Romo is on leave from his broadcast role with CBS "until further notice" after he was arrested for OWI in Milwaukee a week prior.

11-year-old cancer survivor meets Mike Trout via Make-A-Wish

An 11-year-old cancer survivor got the experience of a lifetime as he got to meet Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout.

Cancer survivor meets Mike Trout via Make-A-Wish
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Jensen, 11, met his baseball hero Mike Trout through a Make-A-Wish experience at Angel Stadium.

Russell Westbrook hosts free basketball camp in South LA
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Russell Westbrook's Why Not? Foundation hosted a free basketball camp in South Los Angeles on Thursday. The future Hall of Famer continues to give back to the area where he grew up. 

Olympic ticket registration hits 12 million
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The Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games said Wednesday that registration has increased by 5 million people since February, making LA28 the most in-demand Olympic ticket program in the Games' history.

Kawhi Leonard: NBA investigation into Clippers' alleged salary cap circumvention go stretch in 2027

An investigation into whether the Los Angeles Clippers paid Kawhi Leonard under the table to evade the league’s salary cap could go into next year, according to a new report. Both Leonard and Clippers owner Steve Ballmer have denied any wrongdoing regarding the alleged $28 million endorsement deal with Aspiration Partners Inc.

More than $72 million already spent in midterm elections by sports betting industry

Online sports betting companies are starting to become a major player in the 2026 midterm elections. Recent estimates have bettors pouring in more than $72 million into races across the country as the emerging trend from prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are bringing in fresh competition and scrutiny to online betting. 

Justin Herbert, Madison Beer announce engagement
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Los Angeles Chargers star Justin Herbert and singer Madison Beer announced their engagement on social media.

Feds seize Dodgers owner's phone: Report
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Federal agents seized Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter's phone and laptop, according to a report from Bloomberg.

Eric Bieniemy’s wife shot in Virginia home, ESPN reports; police say son arrested

The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was shot in their Virginia home, according to ESPN, and Bieniemy’s son has been arrested and charged, police said.

Jordan Devey, Super Bowl-winning ex-Patriots lineman, dies

Jordan Devey, a former NFL offensive lineman who won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots, has died, his family confirmed this week.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan suffers significant injuries in offseason car wreck

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will have limited participation at the start of training camp after suffering a concussion, a broken nose, broken ribs, and hand injuries in a recent car crash.

Tony Romo OWI arrest in Milwaukee, court date scheduled

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested for OWI, first offense, in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 23.

Decision Day: LeBron James announces his next team

LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers for his 24th season after considering retirement.

Trump hosts Dodgers at White House Rose Garden
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The Los Angeles Dodgers were at the White House on Thursday to celebrate their 2025 World Series victory. The visit sparked backlash from some fans, as addresses by LA Times columnist, Gustavo Arellano.