Author: Travis Schlepp

Ohtani’s ex-interpreter turns himself in on federal charges

Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter of Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, turned himself into federal authorities Friday, according to the United States Attorney’s Office. Mizuhara is expected to appear in federal court in downtown Los Angeles Friday afternoon and be arraigned on charges related to bank fraud and illegal Read More

Eaten by a shark, winning the Powerball and other events more likely than a perfect March Madness bracket

As the NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament approaches, brackets across the globe will be filled out with hopeful hearts before being unceremoniously trashed when a 15-seed upsets a 2-seed or a tossup between the 8- and 9-seeds goes awry. Truly, having a perfect bracket is one of the least likely occurrences Read More

LeBron James, J.J. Redick partner for new weekly basketball podcast

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is wading into the podcast waters alongside 15-year NBA veteran J.J. Redick. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer and the sharpshooter-turned-media personality announced Monday that their new podcast, “Mind the Game,” will release everywhere this week. James and the former Los Angeles Clippers guard will Read More

Elton John wins Emmy for live special at Dodger Stadium; joins EGOT club

Legendary performer Elton John has joined one of the most illustrious and exclusive clubs in all of entertainment after winning an Emmy for his live special at Dodger Stadium. During Monday night’s awards show, the singer-songwriter won the Emmy for Outstanding Variety Special for “Elton John: Farewell From Dodger Stadium.” Read More

Beloved Pixar films heading to theaters for very first time beginning this week

Three critically acclaimed animated hits from Pixar are getting the big screen treatment for the first time since their at-home streaming releases. Beginning this week at theaters across the country, Pixar films that were initially released only on Disney+ will have their silver screen moment giving fans a chance to Read More