Mookie Betts returns to Dodgers’ lineup – but not their haunted hotel - Anaheim news - NewsLocker (2024)

MILWAUKEE — Who ya gonna call?
Mookie Betts called AirBnB again. Last year when the Dodgers played in Milwaukee, Betts did not stay at the team hotel – an allegedly haunted building in downtown Milwaukee – opting for a presumably specter-free rental where he could record his podcast and not worry about finding out for himself if the ghost stories are true.
“You can tell me what happened after,” he said last year. “I just don’t want to find out myself.&rd

Orange County scores and player stats for Tuesday, Aug. 20

Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber.Subscribe nowScores and stats from Orange County games on Tuesday, Aug. 20
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TUESDAY’S SCORES
BOYS WATER POLO
NONLEAGUE
Villa Park 20, El Toro 1
GIRLS TENNIS
NONLEAGUE
Beckman 11, Crean Lutheran 7
Century 17, Orange 1
Cypress 18,

Gavin Lux’s sizzling bat has helped Dodgers stay atop NL West

LOS ANGELES — The home run wasn’t a thing of beauty and was hardly a difference-maker, but it definitely marked the start of a trend.
Dodgers second baseman Gavin Lux reached out for a four-seam fastball from Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola on July 11 and lifted an opposite-field fly ball that slid just inside the left field foul pole and barely cleared the fence.
Lux came into that game batting ninth and lugging a .207 batting average, and his third homer of the season

Denis Bouanga leads LAFC into Leagues Cup semifinal

Bonjour, Monsieur Leagues Cup.
In the short history of the joint venture between Major League Soccer and Liga MX, no player from either league has been more impactful than Los Angeles Football Club winger Denis Bouanga.
Through eight Leagues Cup games, the 29-year-old French attacker ranks as the competition’s top scorer and contributor, netting 11 goals to go with six assists and delivering at least one or the other in each contest so far.
Bouanga’s next chance comes Wednesday with

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Johnny Cueto will start for Angels in series finale against Royals

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — When the Angels filed into their Kauffman Stadium clubhouse on Tuesday, Johnny Cueto’s No.36 jersey was hanging in place.
Manager Ron Washington confirmed prior to the middle game of the series against the Kansas City Royals that the well-traveled Cueto will start in Wednesday’s series finale, filling the rotation void temporarily created when Jose Soriano went on the injured list because of arm fatigue.
Cueto will take the mound in the ballpark he call

Chargers QB Justin Herbert taking strides in return from foot injury

EL SEGUNDO — Day Two of the return of Justin Herbert unfolded much as Day One did. Herbert joined the Chargers’ quarterback rotation with Easton Stick and Luis Perez for the better part of Tuesday’s practice, the team’s 20th of 22 scheduled training camp sessions.
The only difference was Herbert participated in some but not all of the 11-on-11 drills.
“There’s definitely a difference just going against one of the best quarterbacks in the game right now,”

Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck after 2 years of marriage

By JOCELYN NOVECK and ANDREW DALTON
LOS ANGELES — After a relationship that spanned two decades, two engagements, two weddings and headlines too numerous to count, Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck.
The filing Tuesday in Los Angeles Superior Court brought to an apparent end a celebrity coupling — or at least the second installment of it — that dazzled from the very heights of the pop culture firmament and emblazoned countless tabloid covers. They became know

Ex-Long Beach school safety officer pleads no contest in on-duty, fatal shooting of teen

Four months after jurors deadlocked on a second-degree murder charge after trial, a former Long Beach Unified School District safety officer pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter on Tuesday, Aug. 20, for the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old woman near Millikan High School in September 2021, authorities said.
Eddie F. Gonzalez, 54, is scheduled to be sentenced in Long Beach Superior Court on Oct. 8, and faces either three or six years in state prison under the plea agreement, said Pamela J

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Virginia man critical after being shot by 2-year-old

By Cameron Thompson | CNN
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Virginia (WTVR) — A two-year-old boy shot a man Monday morning in a Chesterfield County, Virginia home, Crime Insider sources told Jon Burkett. Chesterfield Police later confirmed some details to CBS 6 News.
“It appears that the following events occurred: The victim was preparing to leave the house and had placed his handgun on a nearby chair when a child, who is nearly 3 years old, retrieved the gun,” a Chesterfield Police spokesp

Hunter Biden keeps trying to get his federal tax case tossed, but it’s grinding toward an LA trial

A status conference is scheduled Wednesday in downtown Los Angeles in Hunter Biden’s federal tax case, in which the president’s son is accused of failure to pay more than $1.4 million in taxes.
President Joe Biden’s son is expected to go on trial next month on nine tax-related counts, including three felony counts and six misdemeanor counts of failure to pay taxes.
Hunter Biden, 54, of Malibu, “spent millions of dollars on an extravagant lifestyle rather than paying his t

Save money with these tips for storing vegetables and reducing waste

By Sarita Harbour
How do you store fresh-picked tomatoes? What about those heads of lettuce you just got on sale?
Deep in gardening season, finding or growing fresh vegetables is easy. Still, improper storage can quickly turn bounty into waste. Learn about the most common vegetable storage mistakes and how to avoid them to save money and extend your vegetables’ shelf life.
The importance of proper vegetable storage
With rising food prices, bulk-buying seasonal produce or planting a vegetab

‘It feels like 2008’ Southern California delegates are fired up at DNC on Day 2

California delegates report an electric mood inside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago where, as representatives of Kamala Harris’s home state, they get front row seats to all of the electoral excitement.
On Tuesday Aug. 20, this includes a headlining speech from former president Barack Obama as well as remarks from Governor Gavin Newsom who has the ceremonial honor of delivering the delegate votes needed to confirm Harris as the party’s presidential nominee.
After weeks o

Trump campaigns to ‘make America safe again’ as Democratic convention zeroes in on his felony record

By ISABELLA VOLMERT and BILL BARROW
HOWELL, Mich. (AP) — Former President Donald Trump pledged Tuesday to “Make America Safe Again” while campaigning in Michigan as the Democrats who gathered in Chicago to nominate Kamala Harris branded him a career criminal.
As part of a battleground campaign swing designed to counter the Democratic National Convention, Trump stood alongside sheriff’s deputies in the city of Howell and tarred Harris, a former San Francisco district attor

Can’t find collector’s cups at McDonald’s? Try eBay

Collectors appear to have snapped up McDonald’s collector’s cups within a week.
A spot check of restaurants throughout Southern California on the McDonald’s app shows its Collector’s Meal to be “currently unavailable” at several locations throughout Southern California, while in-store kiosks call them “out of stock.”
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Trump said he’d consider RFK Jr. for administration position

By Eric Bradner | CNN
(CNN) — Donald Trump said Tuesday he would “certainly” be open to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. playing a role in his administration if the independent candidate drops out of the 2024 race and endorses the former president.
“I like him, and I respect him,” Trump told CNN’s Kristen Holmes in an interview after a campaign stop in Michigan.
“He’s a brilliant guy. He’s a very smart guy. I’ve known him for a very long time,&rdq

Famed punk rock hangout spot Oki-Dog to close West Hollywood location

Former punk hangout and inventor of the unusual yet wildly popular tortilla-wrapped hot dog, chili and pastrami dish, is moving to a new, yet-to-be-announced location.
According to a post on Instagram, after about three decades at 860 N Fairfax Ave., the World Famous Oki-Dog is closing its West Hollywood spot on Aug. 31 and will reopen in a new location in January.
“We want to thank all of our loyal customers who have supported us over the years. Your love for our unique offerings has mean

Ukraine has destroyed or damaged all three bridges over Russia’s Seym River, Russian sources say

By ILLIA NOVIKOV
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian forces have either destroyed or damaged all three of the bridges over the Seym River in western Russia, according to Russian sources, as Kyiv’s incursion into western Russia entered its third week Tuesday.
Kyiv’s incursion into Russia’s Kursk region is changing the trajectory of the war and boosting morale among Ukraine’s war-weary population, though the ultimate outcome of the incursion — the first attack on Russia s

What $10 buys at Red Robin on Tuesdays

Red Robin joined the value menu fray this week with a trio of daily deals.
On Monster Mondays diners can add an extra beef patty to their burgers for an extra $2, get a chocolate, strawberry or vanilla milkshake for $4 or indulge in what it describes as an extra large Monster Margarita for $5.
On $10 Cheeseburger Tuesdays, diners can get a Gourmet Cheeseburger with a bottomless side for $10.
On Kids Half-Off Wednesdays, customers can get 50% off a kids meal, which includes entrees such as

Rams QB Matthew Stafford progresses in return to practice

THOUSAND OAKS – One day after returning to practice for individual drills, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (hamstring) participated in 11-on-11 scrimmaging on Tuesday.
Stafford worked with the first offense for the first half of the team period. Like during individual drills on Monday, the veteran was able to roll out of the pocket. He looked sharp in his passing, including a sidearm throw into tight coverage to a crossing Demarcus Robinson.
Stafford, who left practice last Wednesd

UCLA’s cornerbacks could turn up pressure in a bigger role

LOS ANGELES — UCLA cornerbacks coach Kodi Whitfield was facing pressure from his players.
The signature bucket hat that he had faithfully worn every day of practice was getting to be too much for them. There were sweat stains and enough wear and tear to remind the corners of Yeezy Season 3 – a high-fashion line by Kanye West that featured worn-in, distressed garments.
Whitfield finally buckled and switched to a visor. The minor conflict and its result is just one example of the camar

UCLA football’s cornerbacks could turn up the pressure in a bigger role

LOS ANGELES — UCLA football cornerbacks coach Kodi Whitfield was facing pressure from his players.
The signature bucket hat that he had faithfully worn every day of practice was getting to be too much for them. There were sweat stains and enough wear and tear to remind the corners of Yeezy Season 3 — a high-fashion line by Kanye West that featured worn-in, distressed garments.
Whitfield finally buckled and switched to a visor. The minor conflict and its result is just one example of

Last of his kind: How Miller Moss became USC’s starting quarterback

LOS ANGELES — In the span of one season as a quarterback whisper at USC, Kliff Kingsbury rediscovered his love for coaching football.
Specifically, he rediscovered it because of Miller Moss.
When Kingsbury arrived last year for a quiet reset in Southern California, he was reeling, a head-coaching veteran of only 10 years who’d had quite simply lost track of his why. He was ousted at Texas Tech in 2018 after three straight losing seasons, and booted from the Arizona Cardinals in 2022

$44 million Powerball lottery winning ticket sold at Ralphs in Dana Point

A ticket with all six numbers in Monday’s Powerball drawing was sold at a supermarket in Dana Point and the player has the option of receiving the $44 million jackpot in 30 installments or a $21.9 million lump sum payment before federal taxes.
The numbers drawn Monday were 1, 2, 15, 23, 28 and Powerball number was 10.
The drawing was the third since the last time a ticket with all six numbers was sold.
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Regional US airports are back after years of decay

Lebawit Lily Girma | Bloomberg News (TNS)
The ski resorts nearGunnisonandCrested Butte, Colorado, are so close toAspen, you’d think the area wouldn’t need its own airport. Their glitzier neighbor is just 48 miles north as the crow flies, though that’s roughly 150 miles by road.
But people flocking to Crested Butte’s laid-back town, extreme ski slopes and epic mountain biking have a new reason to bypass farther-awayAspen: the destination&rsquo

What credit score is needed to buy a house?

Libby Wells | Bankrate.com (TNS)
Strictly speaking, you don’t need a credit score to buy a house. If you’re paying cash, for example, no one necessarily cares whether you have good credit. However, if — like most aspiring American homeowners — you’ll need financing, then your credit score is crucial.
Your credit score is one of the most important factors lenders consider when you apply for a mortgage. Not just to qualify for the loan itself, but for the conditions:

Is now a good time to visit Hawaii?

Your business has perhaps never been more appreciated in Hawaii as the state makes a comeback from the tragic fires on Maui in 2023.
Plumeria, used in leis, can be seen and smelled at the Koko Crater Botanical Garden on Oahu. (Mindy Sink, Special to The Denver Post)
“I believe we have become more appreciative of the beauty and significance of this place — and more dedicated to preserving the culture, land and people that make Maui so special,” said Chelsea Livit, director of ma

Buying a house in 2024: What’s changed?

By Abby Badach Doyle | NerdWallet
At the risk of jinxing it, things are looking up for home buyers.
The average rate on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage has dropped for three consecutive months (and counting). Competition has calmed down a bit — and inflation has, too. And while we’re still technically in a sellers’ market, the inventory of homes for sale in June reached its highest level in more than four years.
Hoping to buy in 2024? If you’re well prepared with a budget a

Alaska Air clears big hurdle in proposed merger with Hawaiian Airlines

By Michelle Chapman | The Associated Press
Alaska Air is one step closer to acquiring Hawaiian Airlines after the U.S. Department of Justice chose not to challenge the $1 billion deal that the carriers say will create a company better able to serve travelers.
Alaska Air announced in December that it would pay $18 in cash for each share of Hawaiian. The deal includes $900 million in debt held by Hawaiian Airlines.
The brands of both airlines would be preserved after the merger, which is rare in a

Rapper Polo G will wrap his Hood Poet Tour at The Wiltern in November

The “Rapstar” Polo G’s tour will include two Southern California shows slated for the end of November.
The Hood Poet Tour will stop at House of Blues San Diego on Tuesday, Nov. 26, and for a final show at The Wilten in Los Angeles on Friday, Nov. 29. Tickets for the events supported by VonOff1700, Skylar Blatt, Scorey, and TwoTime go on sale to the general public on Friday, Aug. 23 at 10 a.m. via polocapalot.com. Local presales begin Wednesday, Aug. 21 and will run throughout t

Las Vegas hospitality workers at Venetian reach tentative contract deal

Thousands of hospitality workers on the Las Vegas Strip have reached a tentative deal with the Venetian and Palazzo resorts, a first for employees at the sprawling Italian-inspired complex.
The Culinary Workers Union announced Tuesday on the social platform X that it came to a tentative agreement with the property just before 6:30 a.m. for over 4,000 hotel and casino workers. The deal needs to be approved by the union’s rank and file.
In a short video shared by the union, a housekeeper at