U.S. makes history in win over Australia to clinch spot in World Cup knockout stage
<p>Even with star forward Christian Pulisic out because of injury, the U.S. men's soccer team scores a historic 2-0 win over Australia at the FIFA World Cup.</p>
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Arellano: The joy of Mexico's World Cup soccer triumph in the Trump era
<p>A year earlier, Fourth Street was empty. Federal immigration agents were seizing people across the city. On Thursday night, Santa Ana erupted in joy.</p>
This plant extract can make a lethal drug cocktail. Can it also treat opioid addiction?
<p>The U.S. will begin to test kratom for its potential to treat opioid disorder. In California, a complaint targets a business accused of violating kratom restrictions.</p>
Landmark downtown apartment tower faces foreclosure
<p>A landmarked downtown Los Angeles apartment building designed by famed Los Angeles architect John Parkinson is on the market as its owners face foreclosure. </p>
2026 World Cup guide: Full TV schedule, game previews, results and standings
<p>Everything you need to know to watch and follow the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including start times and TV and streaming information for every game.</p>
'I love America!': With the World Cup, Inglewood becomes an international hub
<p>Soccer fans from all over are pouring into Inglewood for the World Cup. It's a boon for local businesses.</p>
Pico Rivera's Cristian Roldan may be last made-in-high-school U.S. World Cup star
<p>Cristian Roldan, a U.S. player from Pico Rivera, played at a local high school and didn't take a traditional route to the World Cup with U.S. Soccer.</p>
Shaikin: Why MLB's Pride Night cap condemnation isn't the anti-Christian crackdown conservatives claim
<p>MLB warning players against writing a Bible verse on their caps ignited a wave of conservative outrage. But it's misguided when you consider the concessions made for Pride Nights.</p>
Goalkeeper Raúl Rangel's elite play and South Korea's mistake help Mexico advance
<p>Mexico exploited a mistake by South Korea goalkeeper Goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu and then played formidable defense to earn a 1-0 win at Guadalajara Stadium Thursday.</p>
Why this World Cup could do for Canada what 1994 did for soccer in the U.S.
<p>For Canada, this World Cup wasn't about proving the country could be a good host. It's about proving the country can find its place on soccer's world stage.</p>
Swanson: From poker pro to World Cup coach: Sergej Barbarez all in with Bosnia-Herzegovina
<p>Bosnia-Herzegovina coach Sergej Barbarez, former national captain, poker pro and TV critic, is hoping to shake things up at the World Cup.</p>
Mauricio Pochettino not sure if Christian Pulisic will play for U.S. vs. Australia
<p>It remains unclear if U.S. soccer star Christian Pulisic will play against Australia in the World Cup on Friday as he continues to deal with a leg injury.</p>
Sparks trying to poach Kiana Williams from Phoenix's developmental squad
<p>They offer the veteran guard a contract on the regular roster, and will have to cut a player if she agrees. The Mercury could do the same to prevent the transaction.</p>
Knicks' Tyler Kolek stopped by cops during championship parade: 'I swear I'm on the team bro'
<p>During the Knicks' first championship parade in 53 years, backup point guard Tyler Kolek was briefly stopped by police officers who apparently didn't recognize him as a player.</p>
January 2025 wildfire victims seek tougher penalties against State Farm over claims handling
<p>The Every Fire Survivors Network, a group of January 2025 fire victims, has filed a petition to join state regulators seeking to fine State Farm over its claims handling practices.</p>
Uber, California lawyers say deal reached to avert dueling ballot initiative showdown
<p>The state's trial attorneys and Uber say they have reached a last-minute deal to scrap their competing ballot measures over car crash lawsuits and sexual assaults, averting what was gearing up to be one of most expensive battles of the November election.</p>
Ford sues L.A. lemon law firm alleging 'utter fabrications' inflated fees by 7,000%
<p>The car manufacturer is suing a prominent Los Angeles lemon law firm for alleged over-billing, the company's latest attempt to crack down on California attorneys who it says are exploiting the state's law to protect consumers from defective vehicles.</p>
After nearly two decades, this massive New Mexico wind project is now powering California
<p>One of the largest clean energy projects in United States history is now online, delivering electricity from a massive wind farm in New Mexico to Arizona and California.</p>
Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria receive lengthy medical suspensions after UFC Freedom 250 fight
<p>Gaethje and Topuria each were given 180-day medical suspensions for injuries they sustained at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn last weekend.</p>
Angel City FC fires coach Alex Straus
<p>Angel City made the move to fire Straus after a 4-6-1 start has the club in 12th place in the 16-team NWSL.</p>