Things to do in the San Fernando Valley, LA area, June 18-26
Here are some activities and entertainments to enjoy in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area.
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LAPD bomb squad responds to possible explosive found in San Fernando Valley home
A neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley was evacuated Wednesday morning after an apparent explosive device was discovered. Authorities responded to a call about a suspicious package in the Valley ...
'The vibes are high.' U.S. soccer having fun amid intense World Cup workouts
<p>Christian Pulisic joined team workouts for the first time since his calf injury as the U.S. soccer team prepares to close out World Cup group stage.</p>
ESPN's 'SportsCenter' stalwart Linda Cohn is retiring
<p>Cohn joined the Walt Disney-owned network in 1992. Her final appearance is Friday.</p>
Fox embraces a hybrid ad approach during World Cup hydration breaks after backlash
<p>Fox kicked off the World Cup by airing full-screen ads during FIFA's newly introduced hydration breaks, sparking some outrage among viewers.</p>
Bed Bath & Beyond begins reopening in California with a bonus: Old coupons will be honored
<p>Three years after filing for bankruptcy, Bed Bath & Beyond is beginning its first phase of store reopenings, including two in California. To entice customers, the chain is accepting expired coupons.</p>
Norwegians 'row' Times Square and Tartan Army storms Boston as World Cup fandom takes over U.S. streets
<p>Visiting World Cup fans are falling for everyday American staples as North America hosts record-breaking crowds across 16 venues, turning match days into neighborhood festivals.</p>
Iran soccer team leaves note at SoFi Stadium thanking L.A. for World Cup hospitality
<p>The Iran soccer team thanked fans in L.A. after making history while tying its first two World Cup games at SoFi Stadium in front of sellout crowds.</p>
Serena Williams will make her singles return at Wimbledon ... once she's done playing 'duck duck goose'
<p>Serena Williams' comeback is in full swing, with the 23-time Grand Slam champion announced as a wild card entry for Wimbledon in women's singles. She is unranked after a four-year hiatus.</p>
Clive Davis, mogul who nurtured musicians from Janis Joplin to Whitney Houston, dies at 94
<p>Music mogul Clive Davis, the celebrated producer and label executive who signed and nurtured genre-defining musicians such as Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston, has died.</p>
Alan Greenspan, longtime head of the Federal Reserve, dies at 100
<p>Alan Greenspan, the former Federal Reserve Board chairman who presided over a long period of economic stability and prosperity, has died at the age of 100.</p>
Shaikin: Why a salary cap won't be enough to stop the Dodgers from winning
<p>Dodgers pitchers Eric Lauer and Will Klein are convinced the Dodgers have built a franchise that can remain elite even with a salary cap in place.</p>
Rams QB Ty Simpson embracing an unusual bedtime routine to spur his development
<p>Rams rookie Ty Simpson says is doing all he can to speed up his development as Matthew Stafford's heir apparent at starting quarterback.</p>
New Angel City midfielder Ally Sentnor says team is capable of winning
<p>Angel City fired its coach and traded a key player the same week it acquired Ally Sentnor. She is confident she can help the team succeed.</p>
Pursuit suspect sets car on fire in Northeast L.A.
A police chase in Northeast Los Angeles ended with a vehicle on fire and a search for the suspect driver on Friday morning, according to officials. Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/pursuit-suspect-jumps-out-sets-car-on-fire-in-san-gabriel-valley/
Nneka Ogwumike's buzzer-beater lifts Sparks on Liberty in 30th anniversary game
<p>Nneka Ogwumike hits a buzzer-beating three-point shot to lift the Sparks to a 98-97 win over the New York Liberty in the WNBA's 30th anniversary game.</p>
Swanson: Iran is right. FIFA and U.S. government must be better World Cup hosts
<p>Iran is playing at a disadvantage during the 2026 World Cup by having to deal with broken promises from FIFA and the U.S. government.</p>
Emmet Sheehan struggles in the haze in Dodgers first consecutive loss since May
<p>Emmet Sheehan gives up six runs in 3-1/3 innings as the Dodgers lose in a rout to the Baltimore Orioles.</p>
Guadalajara protesters accuse Hyundai of using World Cup to hide 'dirty supply chain'
<p>Communities, climate activists and workers took to the streets in Guadalajara to protest what they describe as 'greenwashing through sports' by Hyundai.</p>
Iran's beleaguered World Cup team finds hope with draw against Belgium
<p>Iran plays Belgium to a scoreless draw at SoFi Stadium, moving to the cusp of advancing to the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time.</p>