By MICHELLE CHAPMAN and ANNE D’INNOCENZIO Candy maker Mars is giving a makeover to its six M&M’s characters as a way to promote inclusivity. The company said that it will provide a modern take on the appearances of the characters — which Mars calls “lentils” — and give them more nuanced personalities. The lentils, which…
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By LYNN ELBER LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louie Anderson, whose four-decade career as a comedian and actor included his unlikely, Emmy-winning performance as mom to twin adult sons in the TV series “Baskets,” died Friday. He was 68. Anderson died at a hospital in Las Vegas of complications from cancer, said Glenn Schwartz, his longtime…
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People are gathering this morning at a memorial service to honor Jonathan Flagler, the firefighter who died battling a house fire in Rancho Palos Verdes earlier this month, in Los Alamitos on Friday, Jan. 21. The Los Angeles County Fire Department is hosting the service for Flagler at 10 a.m. at Cottonwood Church in Los…
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By JOHN NICHOLSON AP Sports Writer LA QUINTA — Patrick Cantlay shot a 10-under-par 62 in perfect weather and turf conditions on Thursday at La Quinta Country Club for a share of the first-round lead with rookie Lee Hodges in The American Express. Cantlay played the first seven holes in 7 under, making an eagle…
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The owner of an impounded car allegedly painted with a swastika by two ex-Torrance police officers is suing for $6 million in damages, alleging a tow truck yard colluded with the city to hide the police involvement. The lawsuit, filed Wednesday in federal court, alleges Van Lingen Towing conspired with the city partially so…
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USC forward Isaiah Mobley, right, drives past Colorado guard Luke O’Brien during the first half on Thursday in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) Colorado forward Tristan da Silva, right, looks to pass the ball as USC guard Drew Peterson defends during the first half on Thursday in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) Colorado coach Tad…
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The Chicago Bears have reached out to at least 15 general manager and 10 coaching candidates for interviews. As they go through the process, we’re looking at each of the prospective hires. Byron Leftwich interviewed for the coach opening Thursday, the team announced. <mark class=”hl_orange”>Byron Leftwich</mark> Title: Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Age: 42. Experience…
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The Chicago Bears have reached out to at least 15 general manager candidates and 10 coaching candidates for interviews. As they go through the interview process, we’re looking at each of the prospective hires. Reggie McKenzie interviewed for the GM opening on Thursday, the team announced. <mark class=”hl_orange”>Reggie McKenzie</mark> Title: Miami Dolphins senior personnel executive…
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Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now SANTA ANA — Mater Dei’s powerhouse water polo programs haven’t been known for underdog stories in recent years but its girls team extended a special one Thursday night. Junior utility player Olivia Krotts scored a career-high nine goals to lead Mater Dei past…
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For the second time in two weeks, the president of the Placentia-Yorba Linda School Board abruptly shut down a meeting minutes after it began because people in the audience were not wearing face masks. School staff and most board members walked out. But Trustees Leandra Blades and Shawn Youngblood remained and held an unofficial “town…
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