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Los Angeles Lakers

  • Blogs

    May 22, 2012

    'Men At Work' Star James Lesure has two loves: Karaoke and the Celtics

    If you're a sportsfan watching the Lakers choke miserably in the NBA Playoffs ,then you've likely seen the commercials for the upcoming TBS show, "Men at Work," starring Danny Masterson, James Lesure, Michael Cassidy, and Adam Busch. It's been a while since a sitcom caught our attention but this co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 12, 2012

    Rev. Robert Schuller: Pimping God To The End

    ​The Reverend Robert Schuller and his wife recently quit the board of the Garden Grove-based global televangelist church they recklessly drove into a massive $50 million bankruptcy and one of their daughters has announced she intends to create a new church.Most mainstream media accounts of the dev ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 20, 2012

    [UPDATED with Property Divided, But ...] Kobe and Vanessa Bryant Reconciling?

    ​UPDATE, FEB. 20, 1:25 P.M.: Though Kobe and Vanessa Bryant were photographed kissing on Valentine's Day, as of this morning it was full speed ahead on their divorce.Records in Orange County court reportedly show the Newport Coast couple is dividing their assets, with the former Vanessa Laine of H ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 17, 2012

    Kobe Bryant Employs Fast Break Against Ohio Woman in Lawsuit

    ​Kobe Bryant has repeatedly avoided receiving an official court summons filed by an Ohio woman who claims the superstar Los Angeles Laker had sex with her and deceitfully promised marriage, according to records filed in Orange County Superior Court.The Weekly first revealed Selina Renee Miller's b ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2011

    Kobe Bryant's Wife, Vanessa Bryant, Files for Divorce

    Christopher Victorio/OC Weekly​According to TMZ, Newport Coast resident Vanessa Bryant, 29-year-old wife of Lakers star Kobe Bryant, has filed for divorce in an Orange County court. The reason behind the divorce? More accusations that Kobe, 33, has been unfaithful.The gossip site quotes a source, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 27, 2011

    David Alan Grier: On Where the Fly Girls are Now, Serious Cooking and Voicing Kobe Bryant

    David Alan Grier has certainly come a long way from his In Living Color days. He's done tons of movies, he kills in Poker, he's a two time Tony nominee, the author of the book "Barack Like Me," and he was even on Dancing With The Stars! The one thing that shines the brightest amongst his many ta ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 12, 2011

    Philip Anschutz: The Billionaire Who Puts the 'A' in AEG

    ​Two years ago today, the single "This is It" by Michael Jackson was released in forward promotion of the concert documentary of the same name. The film gave audiences a glimpse into the King of Pop's comeback tour, and went on to become the highest grossing ever in its genre. Jackson's death, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 17, 2011

    [UPDATED with Stunning New Development:] Kobe Bryant Accused of Injuring Man's Wrist at Church

    ​UPDATE, AUG. 17, 9:19 A.M.: The most important new wrinkle in the San Diego battery case against Newport Coast's Kobe Bryant is not that his attorney Mark Campbell is calling 21-year-old Thomas Hagos' accusations baseless and that they will be fully defended. Nor is it the fact that churchgoers a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 12, 2011

    Five Musical Moments in the NBA Off-Season

    After this year's dramatic NBA season, basketball fans may have to wait a long time before the league's owners and players agree to a new collective bargaining deal. The off-season normally allows fans to speculate over player trades and retirements, but given the current lockout, they'll have to se ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 7, 2011

    Cali Swag District Honors Slain Member With Upcoming Release The Kickback

    ​ "If you can see the palm trees but can't find the beach, you might want to be careful." Although it's far from a steadfast rule, this common admonition is used by natives of Los Angeles County's urban areas to highlight its most hidden danger--the deceiving landscape. Inglewood is no exception ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 25, 2011

    [UPDATED with Staples Center Suit:] Lucas Tang, OC 2 y.o., Falls to Death at Lakers-Warriors Game

    ​UPDATE, MAY 25, 1:44 P.M.: The family of the Garden Grove toddler who fell to his death during a Lakers-Warriors game in November has filed a lawsuit against the owner and operator of the Staples Center.Unspecified damages and an injunction barring any more events at Staples until protective rail ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2011

    Kobe Bryant and Marilyn Davenport Apologies Miss Their Direct Targets

    ​It's been a busy couple weeks when it comes to high-profile apologies from Orange Countians. Newport Coast's Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers first half-heartedly and then full-heartedly apologized for saying "fucking faggot." Next came Fullerton's Marilyn Davenport of the Orange County Repu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 25, 2011

    [UPDATED] Sacramento Kings in Serious Talks to Move to Anaheim: NBA Commissioner

    ​UPDATE, FEB. 25, 3:39 P.M.: Although Phil Jackson is the only one to go public with his opposition to the Sacramento Kings moving to Anaheim (scroll down to last post), there has been a lot of talk about the Los Angeles Lakers franchise working behind the scenes to stop a SoCal relocation to prot ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 24, 2011

    Ron Artest: Only Reason He Plays for the Lakers Is In-N-Out

    Flickr user bridgetds​I like the Lakers, but despise Kobe Bryant. Ron Artest? Total weirdo, which makes him a class act in my book. And now another reason to like him: another In-N-Out nut.

  • Blogs

    January 6, 2011

    Newport Coast Squatters Featured in OC Weekly Get Arrested

    The Real Squatters of OC: busted​Christopher and Robin Duncan, the subjects of a November OC Weekly cover story, must have had the shock of their lives today.Newport Beach Police Department detectives slapped handcuffs on the couple and hauled them to jail after the Orange County district attorney ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 5, 2010

    Celeb Watching and Tasty Vittles at Bowlmor Lanes

    ​For heterosexual guys who think watching a show like Dancing With the Stars is only for those who are light in the loafers, it's time to wake up. Yes, the ABC dance contest features lots of muscular and semi-shirtless male dancers, but the females are beyond compare: Edyta Slwinska, Kym Johnson a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 4, 2010

    The Orange County Interwebs Horror Show Searches for the "Ghetto" at Westminster Mall

    ​On Mondays, this feature exposes things on the Interwebs from and about Orange County, drawing from many sources that touch on many topics.However, a recurring theme kept popping up while this week's installment was being put together concerning a certain Orange County shopping mall.

  • Blogs

    August 9, 2010

    7 Maloof Money Cup Misses

    ​Lost amid our blanket coverage of the U.S. Open of Surfing this past weekend were the results from another battle waged on boards.This one's strictly dry land, however.Skateboarder Chris Cole, who needed a score of 93 going into his final run Sunday, put up at 97 to win his third consecutive Malo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 23, 2010

    Kobe Bryant Visits Disneyland, Wears Himself

    Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland​So there might not be a Kobe Bryant or Lakers victory parade this year at Disneyland, but Newport Coast resident Bryant did bring his family and friends to visit the resort yesterday. Which, actually, is a pretty snoozy story in itself. The best part, however, is that the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 8, 2010

    [UPDATED:] Today's Important Unimportant Election, From My TV Screen to Your Computer/Phone Screen

    ​11:15 p.m.: Don't be surprised if KOCE is accused of turning over its election coverage to that rare Orange County bird known as the "Democrat." The "live, election night edition of Real Orange" came from the Artists Village in Santa Ana, OC's version of Havana. Their election expert was the Voic ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 17, 2010

    Vanessa Bryant Wears "Do I Look Illegal?" T-Shirt to Lakers Game!

    Christopher Victorio/OC WeeklyVanessa Bryant, left, and Kobe Bryant at the 2009 Maloof Money Cup at the OC Fairgrounds.​Los Angeles Lakers fan are abuzz with news that Vanessa Laine Bryant, wife of Kobe, wore a blinged-out T-shirt with the words, "Do I Look Illegal?" to tonight's game.HOLLER!

  • Blogs

    February 22, 2010

    Kobe Bryant, at Home and on the Heli-Pad

    Photo by Andrew YoussefTwo Orange County icons thrill Disneyland guests last June.​J. R. Moehringer is a former Times Orange County sportswriter and the ghostwriter of Andre Agassi's controversial autobiography Open. Moehringer profiles Kobe Bryant in the March issue of GQ. Actually, it's more lik ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 11, 2010

    5 Scummiest Athletes With Orange County Ties

    ​After years of refusing to spill the syringes, Mark McGwire admitted today to having used steroids on and off again for a decade. "I wish I'd never touched steroids," said the former big league slugger, via ESPN. "It was foolish and it was a mistake. I truly apologize. Looking back, I wish I had ... More >>

  • News

    October 29, 2009

    Feeling Slutty? Let Us Dress You Up as OC's Scariest People!

    ​After years of refusing to spill the syringes, Mark McGwire admitted today to having used steroids on and off again for a decade. "I wish I'd never touched steroids," said the former big league slugger, via ESPN. "It was foolish and it was a mistake. I truly apologize. Looking back, I wish I had ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 9, 2009

    Last Night: Powerhouse at Honda Center

    ​Last Night: Powerhouse 2009 at the Honda Center featuring Jay-Z, Black Eyed Peas, Pitbull, Lil' John, Flo Rida, Sean Paul, LMFAO, Kid Cudi, Far East Movement, New Boyz and Ya Boy.Better Than: A long, shitty drive to San Manuel Casino.Download: Pssh, like you really need ME to tell you what to dow ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 2, 2009

    Even More MJ News

    I'm really tempted not to type anything about Michael Jackson because I don't want to feel like some scumbag TMZ "reporter," but his passing -- and the word of his public funeral -- is news.Rumor has it an event is planned for 10 a.m. July 7 (that's Tuesday) at the Staples Center and the adjacent No ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 19, 2009

    More Signs the Pulse is Getting Weaker at Times OC

    Usually when you click on the "O.C." tab on the online version of the Los Angeles Times' California/Local page, you'll come to another page with a fairly meaty Orange County-related headline and story link across the top. But as of 2 p.m. today, that prime position for readers seeking Orange County ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 18, 2009

    What If You Threw a Lakers Parade and Only Kobe Showed Up?

    Photo by Andrew YoussefM-I-C . . . See you in the paint . . . K-E-Y . . . Why? Because we OWN you!Disneyland Resort media types had said it would be Kobe Bryant and other unnamed Lakers visiting the Anaheim theme park today for a victory parade down Main Street USA. But just like the name on the MVP ... More >>

  • Food

    May 28, 2009

    [Hole In the Wall] Savannah Smiles at Kenyan Cuisine

    Photo by Andrew YoussefM-I-C . . . See you in the paint . . . K-E-Y . . . Why? Because we OWN you!Disneyland Resort media types had said it would be Kobe Bryant and other unnamed Lakers visiting the Anaheim theme park today for a victory parade down Main Street USA. But just like the name on the MVP ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 22, 2009

    Vanessa Laine Bryant Food Quiz Time!

    Since no free photos of Vanessa exist, we'll use Taco Man as a reminder of her half-wabette ethnicityI loathe Kobe Bryant, the wife-cheating, Shaq-insulting, pouting pendejo who happens to star on my favorite NBA team. I do feel bad for his wife, Vanessa Laine Bryant, but she ain't no long-suffering ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2009

    Susan Kang Schroeder Fires Back At Angry OC Deputies

    Jack, Morgan, Susan & Mike"Ahhhh . . . Wayne is a friend who is just doing his job as a passionate union leader. I know at the end of the day, we have the same goal--to make Orange County law enforcement better. Cases such as the Chamberlain jail beating murder, OCSD Deputy Gerald Stenger child ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 16, 2009

    Magic Johnson Dribbles Into Irvine for Earth Day Chat

    Earvin "Magic" Johnson will be among the speakers participating in an Earth Day Summit in Irvine.Sodexo, a global food services company that runs chow lines everywhere from military bases to UC campuses, is bringing together local farmers, leaders and "forward thinkers" Wednesday, April 22, at Park ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 11, 2009

    OC's Dark Political Lord Wants to Expand Influence Where?

    Michael J. Schroeder, one of California's most effectiveRepublican Party operatives, has been telling me for months that he's finally tiring of politics and is eager for a new challenge--something more enjoyable. What's been catching Schroeder's interest? Go ahead and guess.No. Killing liberals ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 24, 2007

    Monday's Headlines & Surprises: Ass Slapping Fun!

    Worm Attack in Dana Point? TMZ reports that Orange County police are investigating former Los Angeles Laker/Chicago Bull Dennis Rodman for allegedly committing a “crime” inside the Hennessy's Tavern near PCH in Dana Point. The celebrity website says Rodman was accused of slapping a female custo ... More >>

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    May 4, 2006

    Diary of a Mad County

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    Diary of a Mad County

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    September 8, 2005
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    August 25, 2005

    Bo$$ Dogg

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    February 24, 2005

    Diary of a Mad County

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    November 4, 2004

    Diary of a Mad County

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    August 19, 2004

    Diary of a Mad County

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    July 22, 2004

    Diary Of A Mad County

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    September 18, 2003

    On the Outside Looking In

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    August 21, 2003

    Letters

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    June 19, 2003

    Letters

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

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    May 31, 2001

    35 Great Things About Summer in Orange County

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

  • Columns

    January 13, 2000

    RODMAN REELED IN

    Is Snoop selling out or just selling?

  • News

    July 15, 1999

    Rim Job

    Hoop dreamers try to defy the odds

  • News

    May 27, 1999

    Danas Point

    Can a Times columnist save Arthur Carmona?

  • Columns

    March 18, 1999

    Saying 'Yes' to the Universe

    But 'no' to 'depth!'

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