There’s been a lot of talk in Los Angeles about the Dodgers this year. Specifically, if Latinos should continue to support the team after their part in the city’s ICE raids. While I respect and understand those who decided to stop supporting the team, I cannot. Why? Because the Dodgers are a part of my … Continue reading Why I Still Love the Dodgers: They’re Part of My Story
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The Pacific Coast League: Baseball in Los Angeles Before the Dodgers
Baseball in Los Angeles started with the Dodgers. Nope. Not even close. With the baseball season now underway and the Dodgers defending their title, this is a great time to cover some Los Angeles baseball history. Did you know there was baseball in Los Angeles long before the Dodgers came to town? In fact, baseball … Continue reading The Pacific Coast League: Baseball in Los Angeles Before the Dodgers
A New Dodgers Story in 2024
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees to pick up their 8th World Series championship. And you couldn't dream up a better finish to the 2024 season. This victory put 2020 in a new light and got everyone again telling the old stories of 1981 and 1988. The 2020 Story: COVID The 2020 … Continue reading A New Dodgers Story in 2024
Rain, Graff, Kobe, and a Quake: A Week So L.A.
Last week began with three days of nonstop rain that challenged the concrete walls of the Los Angeles River. As the rains started, we also started to see graffiti pieces on the tall, abandoned Oceanwide towers across from Staples Center (I refuse to use its current official name). As the unveiling of the Kobe Bryant … Continue reading Rain, Graff, Kobe, and a Quake: A Week So L.A.
The Events that Made Angelenos Forget COVID-19
Angelenos like to be outside. We hike, shop, attend sporting events and concerts, and often just drive or walk around the city. All this had to be set aside for the greater good in 2020 and the year became one we will tell future generations about for years. But in the last months three events … Continue reading The Events that Made Angelenos Forget COVID-19
The Lakers Are Back in the Finals
The last time the Los Angeles Lakers were in the NBA Finals was 2010. It was another victory over the Boston Celtics. It was the 16th Lakers championship. It was the final year Kobe would lead them to the Larry O'Brien NBA Championship Trophy. 2010 seems a lifetime away now. I was on a work … Continue reading The Lakers Are Back in the Finals
Los Angeles Noise 