News for May 31, 2025

Dillard University helped New Orleans bury the remains of 19 African Americans whose skulls were taken for racist research and returned from Germany.

Valerie Mahaffey, the Emmy-winning actress known for roles in "Northern Exposure" and "Desperate Housewives," has died at 71 after battling cancer.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga has become a fan favorite for his strong play, long hair, and playful connection with Chicago fans, even as he works back from an injury.

The Indiana Pacers are one win away from reaching the NBA Finals as they host the New York Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals.

A Japanese American fishing village on Terminal Island that helped build Southern California’s seafood industry is at risk of being replaced by container storage, and local advocates are fighting to save its last buildings.

Alf Clausen, the Emmy-winning composer who helped shape the music of “The Simpsons” for nearly three decades, has died at 84.

Los Angeles County officials said Smokey Robinson faced a sexual assault allegation in 2015, but no charges were filed because there was not enough evidence.