Turkish Consulate at center of Eric Adams indictment still not approved by NYC due to safety violations — but has been open for months: audit

The Turkish Consulate in the Upper East Side that’s at the center of Mayor Eric Adams’ indictment has been open for months without any city approval, according to a shocking new audit. The 35-story building on First Avenue was denied a new temporary certificate of occupancy by the Department of Buildings on Sept. 26 and … Read more

Firefighters running out of water as fires tear through Los Angeles

California firefighters are running out of water as they desperately battle three rapidly growing wildfires threatening huge areas around Los Angeles — with emergency responders reporting bone-dry hydrants. “The hydrants are down,” one firefighter said over the radio, the Los Angeles Times reported. “Water supply just dropped,” another added. The Department of Water and Power … Read more

Column: UCLA coach Mick Cronin rips his players, a controversial move that has sparked wins

UCLA guard Sebastian Mack (12) drives to the basket between Michigan guards Nimari Burnett (4) and Justin Pippen (10) at Pauley Pavilion on Tuesday. (Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times) UCLA coach Mick Cronin sounded exasperated as he cataloged his team’s crimes against his brand of basketball, pointing out his players didn’t play defense and allowed their … Read more

The Sports Report: Lakers get an unexpected loss in Dallas

Lakers forward Anthony Davis tries to get past Dallas defenders during the second half. (LM Otero / Associated Press) Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.’s teams in the daily Sports Report newsletter. Enter email address Sign Me Up You … Read more

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