One of the L.A. Times’ own former critics derided Mike Davis’ ‘City of Quartz’ as ‘overwritten and shamelessly hyperbolic.’
As someone who has read most of Davis’ work and knew him personally, I can say that his writings were cris de coeur more than lamentations. He was less Jeremiah and more John the Baptist, preparing the way for who would ultimately save L.A.: Us.
Angels
Los Angeles Angels oft-injured star Mike Trout is moving from center to right field in hopes of better preserving his health this season.
Music
Killer Mike is suing a private security firm, alleging false arrest, assault and battery stemming from his arrest at last year’s Grammy Awards.
The director’s latest misanthropic drama, following such films as “Bleak Moments” and “Naked,” is a puckeringly sour delight, socked over by Marianne Jean-Baptiste.
Politics
After his narrow reelection as speaker, Rep. Mike Johnson promised to “drastically cut back the size and scope of government.”
World & Nation
President-elect Donald Trump is endorsing House Speaker Mike Johnson as he prepares to fight to keep his role leading Republicans in Congress.
USC Sports
Joyce Bell Limbrick was the highest-ranking female and Black official in USC’s athletic administration. But in a lawsuit, Bell Limbrick says that her once-promising career was irreparably changed.
Television
Mike Rinder, a former executive leader for the Church of Scientology who became a whistleblower after he left the organization, has died. He was 69.
Mike Johnson is fighting for his political life, again.