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• Rams’ D-line loses A’Shawn Robinson for part of regular season

  10-08-2020 00:46 via ocregister.com
  
  As players came and went this offseason, one spot where the Rams seemed to end up with excess talent was the defensive line.
  No longer.
  Coach Sean McVay said Sunday that A’Shawn Robinson, the defensive tackle the Rams signed as a free agent when it appeared Michael Brockers was leaving, will miss games with a medical issue discovered in an examination at the start of training camp last week.
  McVay wouldn’t get specific about the condition, but The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue re
  
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• Los Alamitos horse racing consensus picks for Friday, July 5, 2024

  05-07-2024 11:47 via ocregister.com
  
  The consensus box of Los Alamitos horse racing picks comes from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Terry Turrell, Eddie Wilson and Kevin Modesti. Here are the picks for thoroughbred races on Friday, July 5, 2024.
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• Swanson: LAFC still has the edge, but Galaxy’s gains make El Trafico more fun

  05-07-2024 10:48 via ocregister.com
  
  LA Galaxy defender Maya Yoshida, right, vies for the ball against Los Angeles FC forward Denis Bouanga during the first half of an MLS soccer match at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.(Photo by Raul Romero Jr., Contributing Photographer)
  LA Galaxy forward Joseph Paintsil, right, dribbles the ball against Los Angeles FC midfielder Eduard Atuesta during the first half of an MLS soccer match at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.(P
  
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• LAFC holds on for El Trafico win against Galaxy at the Rose Bowl

  05-07-2024 07:03 via ocregister.com
  
  LA Galaxy defender Maya Yoshida, right, vies for the ball against Los Angeles FC forward Denis Bouanga during the first half of an MLS soccer match at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.(Photo by Raul Romero Jr., Contributing Photographer)
  LA Galaxy forward Joseph Paintsil, right, dribbles the ball against Los Angeles FC midfielder Eduard Atuesta during the first half of an MLS soccer match at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.(P
  
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• LAFC continues to produce strong defensive effort

  05-07-2024 07:02 via ocregister.com
  
  LA Galaxy defender Maya Yoshida, right, vies for the ball against Los Angeles FC forward Denis Bouanga during the first half of an MLS soccer match at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.(Photo by Raul Romero Jr., Contributing Photographer)
  LA Galaxy forward Joseph Paintsil, right, dribbles the ball against Los Angeles FC midfielder Eduard Atuesta during the first half of an MLS soccer match at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Thursday, July 4, 2024.(P
  
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• Christian Walker’s power show at Dodger Stadium continues

  05-07-2024 06:13 via ocregister.com
  
  LOS ANGELES – Years from now, fans will be able to say they saw Babe Ruth play at Dodger Stadium. It’s just that he was wearing No. 53 for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
  Christian Walker seems to be channeling the Bambino every time he steps into the batters’ box at Dodger Stadium. He hit two home runs again Thursday night as the Diamondbacks beat the Dodgers 9-3 to take two out of three games in the series.
  Walker hit five home runs in the series – one on Tuesday, two each in
  
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• Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw returns to mound in bullpen session

  05-07-2024 06:12 via ocregister.com
  
  LOS ANGELES – After a brief pause, Clayton Kershaw’s comeback is back on track.
  Kershaw threw a 30-pitch bullpen session Thursday afternoon. It was his first time throwing off a mound since he experienced soreness in his shoulder following a three-inning rehab outing for Class-A Rancho Cucamonga on June 19.
  Kershaw was shut down for a week and received a pain-killing injection to treat the soreness in his surgically repaired shoulder.
  “Today was a good day. Health-wise, everyth
  
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• Dead mountain lion found on 405 Freeway near Getty Museum

  05-07-2024 02:15 via ocregister.com
  
  A mountain lion was found dead on the northbound 405 Freeway, off of Sepulveda Blvd. near The Getty Museum, California Highway Patrol officials confirmed.
  Police received reports of a deceased animal around 2:31 p.m. on Thursday, July 4 and responded, a CHP officer said Thursday. They identified the animal and called the state Department Fish and Wildlife.
  The animal was fatally struck by a vehicle and found in the center divider of the freeway, according to reports.
  Another mountain lion was fo
  
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• A full day of fun, patriotism in OC for the July 4th

  05-07-2024 01:11 via ocregister.com
  
  In just about every corner of Orange County, communities gathered Thursday, July 4, to celebrate American independence.
  There were community runs, neighborhood barbecues, carnivals and, at night, the sky was bright with fireworks celebrating the Fourth of July.
  San Clemente tried something new this year with a Stars, Stripes ‘N Slides event that kept families cool and entertained.
  In Anaheim Hills, a community favorite cheered the crowd as pups in their best patriotic getups strutted in th
  
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• A full day of fun, patriotism in OC for the Fourth of July

  05-07-2024 01:11 via ocregister.com
  
  In just about every corner of Orange County, communities gathered Thursday, July 4, to celebrate American independence.
  There were community runs, neighborhood barbecues, carnivals and, at night, the sky was bright with fireworks celebrating the Fourth of July.
  San Clemente tried something new this year with a Stars, Stripes ‘N Slides event that kept families cool and entertained.
  In Anaheim Hills, a community favorite cheered the crowd as pups in their best patriotic getups strutted in th
  
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• Angels shut out for second straight day, get swept by A’s

  05-07-2024 00:53 via ocregister.com
  
  OAKLAND — The good feelings from the Angels’ six-game winning game streak are officially gone, eviscerated in three games against one of the few teams having a worse season.
  The Angels lost 5-0 to the Oakland A’s on Thursday, getting shut out for the second consecutive game and losing for the fourth straight game since their winning streak.
  While the Angels looked like they might be showing some signs of life last week – even if it was still too late for this season &ndas
  
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• Sparks look to avoid franchise-worst 9-game skid

  05-07-2024 00:38 via ocregister.com
  
  TORRANCE — The Sparks are trying to avoid a franchise-record nine-game losing streak. To prevent that, the Sparks must beat the two-time defending champion Las Vegas Aces on Friday night at Crypto.com Arena.
  “We don’t want to lose any games, but obviously trying to work on process and standards,” Sparks coach Curt Miller said. “Take care of the little things that help take care of the wins and losses.”
  Sparks All-Star forward Dearica Hamby always has a bit of
  
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• Warren WR Jace Brown commits to UCLA football

  04-07-2024 23:13 via ocregister.com
  
  Warren receiver Jace Brown announced his commitment to football coach DeShaun Foster and the UCLA Bruins on Thursday.
  Brown was on campus for his official visit the weekend of June 22.
  “It was a great visit,” Brown said. “It is home. It’s great to be out here with all those great guys and coaches. They really want the best for me.”
  The 6-foot-4, 200 pound receiver rounded out that weekend back in Westwood for the Bruins’ 7-on-7 tournament. Brown was joined by
  
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• Red, white and blue roll into LA County on a sizzling July 4

  04-07-2024 23:06 via ocregister.com
  
  District 3 Councilmember Kristina Duggan joins youngsters on Bay Shore Ave. during the annual Fourth of July Kids Bike Parade on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Long Beach. (Photo by Howard Freshman, Contributing Photographer)
  Luca Terry is ready for the 20th annual Fourth of July Kids Bike Parade on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Rosie’s Dog Beach in Long Beach. (Photo by Howard Freshman, Contributing Photographer)
  Youngsters cross Ocean Boulevard during the annual Fourth of July Kids Bike Parade
  
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• Euro 2024 quarterfinal: What you need to know for Portugal vs. France

  04-07-2024 22:20 via ocregister.com
  
  HAMBURG, Germany — Portugal and France meet in the European Championship quarterfinals on Friday and the match features a head to head between two of soccer’s biggest stars: Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé.
  The winner will play either Spain or host nation Germany in the semifinals. Kickoff is at noon PT in Hamburg.
  Here’s what to know about the match:
  Match facts
  — It’s a match between two of the pre-tournament favorites but neither have been convincing.
  
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• Euro 2024 quarterfinal: What you need to know as Germany hosts Spain

  04-07-2024 22:09 via ocregister.com
  
  STUTTGART, Germany — Spain plays host nation Germany on Friday in the quarterfinals of the European Championship in an eagerly anticipated matchup between two of the best performing sides at the tournament.
  There is also a potential record on the line as Spain and Germany have each won three European Championships, better than any other nation.
  Two of the most exciting talents will be on show in Spain teenager Lamine Yamal and 21-year-old Germany forward Jamal Musiala. Kickoff is at 9 a.m.
  
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• Angels’ Luis Rengifo awaits MRI exam on wrist injury

  04-07-2024 21:52 via ocregister.com
  
  OAKLAND — Luis Rengifo passed the first test, and now he’s waiting on the second.
  Rengifo, who hurt his right wrist on a swing in the ninth inning Wednesday, underwent X-rays that showed no broken bones. He will undergo an MRI exam Friday in Chicago. He was not placed on the injured list.
  “It’s still a little sore,” Rengifo said Thursday.
  Apparently, the holiday Thursday complicated the Angels’ efforts to get Rengifo an MRI in Oakland. Since he wasn’t go
  
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• Horse racing notes: Sweet Azteca is front-running favorite at Los Alamitos

  04-07-2024 21:34 via ocregister.com
  
  LOS ALAMITOS LEADERS
  (Thoroughbred meet, through Sunday)
  Jockeys / Wins
  Kyle Frey / 5
  Edwin Maldonado / 4
  Edgar Payeras / 3
  Umberto Rispoli / 2
  Antonio Fresu / 2
  Cesar Ortega / 2
  Tiago Pereira / 2
  Armando Ayuso / 2
  Jeremy Laprida / 2
  Diego Herrera / 2
  Trainers / Wins
  Sergio Morfin / 4
  Doug O’Neill / 3
  Bob Baffert / 3
  Jorge Periban / 3
  Steve Knapp / 3
  Peter Eurton / 2
  Peter Miller / 2
  WEEKEND STAKES
  LOS ALAMITOS
  Saturday
  • $200,000, Grade II Great Lady M Stakes, fillies and mares, 3-ye
  
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• Rams bring back John Johnson III for third stint

  04-07-2024 20:40 via ocregister.com
  
  John Johnson III is back with the Rams. Again.
  The veteran safety has agreed to his third stint with the Rams, the team announced Thursday, one year after a successful return. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
  Johnson, a third-round draft pick out of Boston College in 2017, started four seasons for the Rams. He left as a free agent in 2021, signing a three-year, $33.75 million deal with the Cleveland Browns.
  Released after two seasons, Johnson signed a one-year contract to come back to the R
  
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• U.S. investigating Chinese swimmers’ doping tests

  04-07-2024 19:23 via ocregister.com
  
  GENEVA — The international swimming federation says its top administrator has been ordered to testify as a witness in a U.S. criminal investigation into the case of 23 Chinese swimmers who failed doping tests in 2021 yet were allowed to continue competing.
  The news comes just three weeks before the Paris Olympics, where 11 of the Chinese swimmers who tested positive for the banned heart medication three years ago are set to compete.
  The swimmers won three gold medals for China at the 2021
  
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• Cooking with Judy: Consider smoking something tasty this Fourth of July

  04-07-2024 19:15 via ocregister.com
  
  Bring out the flags! Strike up the band! It’s Independence Day, and there’s lots of places to celebrate in our neck of the woods.
  Hot enough for you? Brea’s Country Fair at City Hall Park includes swimming at the Plunge, a pancake breakfast, live entertainment, kiddie parade, dog parade, classic car show, food, games, exhibits and handmade gifts.
  In Fullerton head to the Downtown Plaza for a car show, carnival rides, games, food booths, live music and spectacular fireworks. La
  
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• Drummond: Budget in place for opening new computer science charter school in Yorba Linda

  04-07-2024 19:10 via ocregister.com
  
  A preliminary budget for the first year of operation of the Orange County School of Computer Science on the Bernardo Yorba Middle School campus has been approved by trustees of the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District on a unanimous vote.
  The budget for an estimated enrollment of 800 students lists revenues totaling a bit above $10.1 million, expenditures totaling nearly $7.7 million and reserves, fees and transfers totaling nearly $2.5 million. A total ending fund balance is listed as
  
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• 2 men stabbed, 1 killed in Fullerton; homicide investigation underway

  04-07-2024 19:06 via ocregister.com
  
  Two 20-year-old men were found with significant stab wounds on the 2400 block of West Valencia Avenue in Fullerton on Wednesday, July 3; one died of his wounds, the Fullerton Police Department said.
  Around 6:13 p.m., officers responded to reports of a fight in progress in the area; upon their arrival officers found the two men lying in the street, a department press release said. Officers immediately began life-saving measures on the two men, officials said. One taken to a regional trauma center
  
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• Dunn: Toast of the town, Mr. Irrelevant visits Newport Beach

  04-07-2024 19:01 via ocregister.com
  
  There has never been a more appropriate Mr. Irrelevant “key to the city” recipient than former University of Alabama safety and New York Jets last-pick draftee Jaylen Key.
  Honored, roasted and toasted throughout the 49th Irrelevant Week, Key was awarded a key to the city by Newport Beach Mayor Will O’Neill at the Lowsman Trophy banquet at The Cannery in Newport Beach, as well as given gifts, proclamations and advice from former players as he prepares for his first NFL training
  
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• Tour de France: Tadej Pogacar maintains grip on yellow jersey

  04-07-2024 18:53 via ocregister.com
  
  DIJON, France — Dutch champion Dylan Groenewegen won the sixth stage of the Tour de France after a mass sprint that was decided in a photo finish on Thursday.
  Tadej Pogacar kept the yellow jersey after a nervous day on the bike amid crosswinds.
  Groenewegen earned a sixth career stage victory at cycling’s biggest race ahead of Jasper Philipsen and Biniam Girmay.
  “I actually don’t know what happened but I was first,” Groenewegen said.
  There was no major change in the
  
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• Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic needs 4 sets to top wild card

  04-07-2024 18:45 via ocregister.com
  
  LONDON — Novak Djokovic says he wouldn’t have been surprised if his second-round match against young Jacob Fearnley at Wimbledon went to a fifth set, but he’s “very glad it didn’t.”
  The seven-time champion at the All England Club beat his 22-year-old Scottish opponent 6-3, 6-4, 5-7, 7-5 on Centre Court on Thursday in another test of his fitness following recent knee surgery.
  “Can I be playing better and moving better? Yes, absolutely,” Djokovic sai
  
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• Alexander: Riverside County will be well represented in Olympic water polo

  04-07-2024 18:00 via ocregister.com
  
  The path to Paris, and the 2024 Olympic Games, is different for everybody.
  For two Inland Empire water polo athletes – the second and third to ever make a USA Olympic women’s water polo squad from Riverside County – the paths were particularly different but the shared experience could help make the upcoming games even more special.
  Emily Ausmus is 18, a 2023 graduate of Martin Luther King High and IE Varsity Player of the Year as a senior. She used this past academic year as a
  
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• CIF-SS boys basketball player of the year Grayson Sinek transfers from La Habra to JSerra

  04-07-2024 17:12 via ocregister.com
  
  Grayson Sinek, the CIF Southern Section Division 3AA boys basketball player of the year this past season, transferred from La Habra to JSerra.
  JSerra basketball coach Keith Wilkinson confirmed that Sinek is on the JSerra team.
  Sinek was All-Orange County second team in the 2023-24 season, his junior year, in which La Habra won the CIF-SS 3AA championship. A 6-foot-2 guard, Sinek scored 11 points in the Highlanders’ 76-45 win over St. Bonaventure in the 3AA championship game.
  JSerra last se
  
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• Anaheim briefs: Join the community to celebrate Fourth of July

  04-07-2024 17:11 via ocregister.com
  
  Happy Fourth of July Anaheim!
  The annual Independence Day parade kicks off at 1 p.m. today at Canyon Hills High.
  Starting the day’s festivities is the 5K/10K Firecracker Run at 7 a.m. at the high school and at 9 a.m. watch the Yankee Doodle Dog Show.
  Then follow the parade over to Peralta Park for the community festival with food booths opening at 3 p.m. and entertainment at 5 p.m.
  The fireworks show will be at 9 p.m.
  For more information on 4th of July fun, visit www.anaheim.net/four
  
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• Larry Elder: Can we talk about Biden’s lies, ‘election denying’ and bad behavior?

  04-07-2024 16:52 via ocregister.com
  
  Twenty-four hours after the Trump-Biden debate, Democrat politicians and pundits contemplated mass suicide. Hosts and panelists said out loud, “Biden has to go.”
  But when the dust settled, they switched from throwing Joe Biden under the bus to telling the bus driver to swerve to avoid hitting him. The reason is simple. Biden has the delegates and cannot be replaced unless he wants to go — and Dr. Jill isn’t having it.
  They realize even if they replaced Joe, black female v
  
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