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Philadelphia Phillies' Alec Bohm, right, rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run against Chicago White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet during the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, April 19, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Phillies defeat White Sox 7-0 to extend their winning streak to four

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Los Angeles Rams head football coach Sean McVay, center, talks with reporters during an NFC coaches availability at the NFL owners meetings, Tuesday, March 26, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Rams have a first-round pick for the first time since 2016, but there’s no guarantee they’ll use it

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

Former Brooklyn Dodgers baseball player Carl Erskine plays the national anthem on his harmonica before a college basketball game between Anderson and Franlin in Anderson, Ind., Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. Carl Erskine, who pitched two no-hitters as a mainstay on the Brooklyn Dodgers and was a 20-game winner in 1953 when he struck out a then-record 14 in the World Series, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Community Hospital Anderson in Anderson, Ind., according to Michele Hockwalt, the hospital’s marketing and communication manager. He was 97. (Don Knight/The Herald-Bulletin via AP, File)

Carl Erskine, Dodgers pitcher and last surviving member of ‘Boys of Summer,’ dies at 97

By Beth Harris - Associated Press

O.J. Simpson sits at his arraignment in Superior Court in Los Angeles on July 22, 1994, where he pleaded "absolutely, 100 percent not guilty" on murder charges. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend but later found liable in a separate civil trial, died Wednesday, April 11, 2024, of prostate cancer. He was 76. (AP Photo/Pool/Lois Bernstein, Pool)

Legendary athlete, actor and millionaire: O.J. Simpson’s murder trial lost him the American dream

By Ken Ritter and Linda Deutsch - Associated Press

A housing development in Middlesex, Pa., is shown on Friday, March 29, 2024. Holding out for more attractive mortgage rates could give homebuyers some financial breathing room.(AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Homebuyers’ quandary: To wait or not to wait for lower mortgage rates

By Alex Veiga - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots as Toronto Raptors forward Bruce Brown (11) watches during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, April 2, 2024, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

LeBron James scores 23 points as Lakers beat slumping Raptors 128-111

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Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wells delivers to a Los Angeles Angels batter during the fourth inning of a baseball game Sunday, March 31, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Steve Ruark)

Angels bounce back after a pair of routs, beat Orioles to win series finale

By Noah Trister - Associated Press

This photo provided by the National Park Service shows cougar known as P-81. If hikers, bikers, campers, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts haven't encountered a mountain lion while in the California wilderness, they likely know somebody who has. The big cats that can weigh more than 150 pounds (68 kg) inhabit diverse habitats across the state where people live and recreate, including inland forests, coastal chaparral, foothills and mountains. (National Park Service via AP)

You might spot a mountain lion in California, but attacks like the one that killed a man are rare

By Christopher Weber - Associated Press

Ippei Mizuhara stands next to Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani and translates during an interview at Dodger Stadium on Feb. 3, 2024. The firing of Ohtani's interpreter by the Los Angeles Dodgers over allegations of illegal gambling has highlighted an issue many outside of California don't realize: Sports betting is still against the law in the nation's most populous state. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel, File)

Shohei Ohtani says he never bet on sports, interpreter Ippei Mizuhara stole money, told lies

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani heads to first for an RBI single during the eighth inning of an opening day baseball game against the San Diego Padres at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in Seoul, South Korea. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)

Ohtani, Dodgers rally to beat Padres in first MLB game in South Korea

By Stephen Wade - Associated Press

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) warms up before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Las Vegas. Garoppolo, was by the Raiders earlier this week, has signed with the Los Angeles Rams as the backup to Matthew Stafford, the Rams announced Friday, March 15, 2024. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)

Jimmy Garoppolo discloses reason for PED suspension, expresses excitement at fresh start with Rams

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

Washington Commanders safety Kamren Curl (31) runs during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 in Landover, Md. Curl agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams on Friday, March 15, 2024. Curl's deal is worth $8.75 million and could be worth up to $12.75 million. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr., File)

Rams agree to terms with former Washington safety Kamren Curl on a 2-year deal

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

Waymo’s robotaxi service expands into Los Angeles, starting free rides in parts of the city

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An aerial view shows a property damaged by a landslide, Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in the Sherman Oaks section of Los Angeles. A landslide has destroyed the hillside home and is imperiling at least two others in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Landslide destroys Los Angeles home and threatens at least 2 others

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New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole walks to the field before a spring training baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, March 1, 2024, in Tampa, Fla. Cole traveled to Los Angeles on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 to see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for additional tests on his right elbow. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he has no timetable for how long Cole will be sidelined. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, file)

Right elbows of Cole, Giolito big topic before spring training game between Yankees and Red Sox

By Pat Graham - Associated Press

Members of the Oscars crew come out for a round of applause in appreciation for their support during the strike during the Oscars on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Oscars’ strikes tributes highlight solidarity, and the possible labor struggles to come

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A sign advertising the 96th Academy Awards telecast is pictured on Hollywood Blvd. near the Dolby Theatre, Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

‘Oppenheimer’ set to overpower at the Oscars Sunday night

By Jake Coyle - Associated Press

Crew members roll out the red carpet for Sunday's 96th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre, Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Oscars producers promise cameos and surprises for Sunday’s (1 hour earlier) show

By LINDSEY BAHR - Associated Press

Brian Rodgers sits for a portrait in the common area of the St. Andrew's Court residence where he lives on Chicago's Westside Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, in Chicago. Rodgers, 50, struggled with homelessness for years after he was released from jail for a theft conviction. A Cook County judge rejected a ballot measure last week that would raise a one-time tax on luxury properties to fund services for homeless people in Chicago after objections from real estate and business groups. An appeal is pending as early voting begins. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Chicago ‘mansion’ tax to fund homeless services stuck in legal limbo while on the ballot

By Sophia Tareen - Associated Press

Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy watches players warm up for an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Nov. 23, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. Bieniemy is on the verge of returning home for his next job. The former Kansas City Chiefs and Commanders offensive coordinator is expected to become UCLA’s associate head coach and offensive coordinator, two persons familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File) **FILE**

Eric Bieniemy officially named UCLA’s associate head coach, offensive coordinator

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press