A beloved LA institution that has been slinging sandwiches for over a century has been crowned California’s most iconic sandwich shop, beating out the Golden State’s countless trendy delis and viral lunch spots. In a new nationwide roundup of the most famous sandwich destinations in every state, Business Insider tapped Philippe the Original as the top pick in the state, shining a spotlight on the downtown landmark best known for its legendary French dip sandwiches. The list took into consideration an establishment’s historical significance as well as its following. The old school downtown eatery dates back to 1908, and its…

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov were seen in court facing numerous charges after climbing to the top of the Empire State Building, where he popped the question in a death-defying stunt. The newly engaged couple went viral on Wednesday, July 1, when they scaled the building to drape a massive black-and-white banner on the spire, which stands 1,454 feet above Manhattan, reading, “When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace.” Nikolau, 33, and Kuznetsov, 32, are both charged with burglary, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, violation of local laws, possession of burglar’s tools, criminal tampering,…

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton watched the Liberty win Tuesday’s Commissioner’s Cup championship from the bench.  She celebrated with her teammates by dancing and indulging in the champagne-soaked party.  “Anytime you win a championship and are able to accomplish something, it’s a great thing, great for us, great for the community, for our fanbase, for our organization,” Laney-Hamilton said after practice Thursday. “It was something that was really special and not only was it the championship, but it was also for a great cause and so I think anytime we’re able to accomplish something like that, it’s just great all around.” Tuesday was…

Sen. Mitch McConnell’s condition has improved since being rushed to the hospital last month after suffering a health scare, a spokesperson for the Kentucky Republican revealed on Thursday. Follow The Post’s live coverage of President Trump and national politics for the latest news and analysis “Senator McConnell appreciates the outpouring of support he’s receiving while he continues his recovery in the hospital,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “The senator continues to improve, and is working closely with his staff on Kentucky and Senate matters while the Senate is out of session.” McConnell, 84, was found “unconscious” at his DC…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The U.S. Secret Service “missed multiple opportunities” to prevent or disrupt the July 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump as he spoke to supporters during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, the Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General said in a report released Thursday.The 64-page document detailed several lapses in security that allowed Thomas Matthew Crooks to get a line of sight of Trump as he stood on stage in Butler, Pennsylvania, during the July 13, 2024, event.”The Secret Service’s overall lack of policy and processes coupled with limited intelligence sharing…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The American flag is so familiar, but do you know that the design could have been something you would not recognize?Back in 1958, as talk of the admission of two new states to the union swept the country, the Eisenhower administration was deluged with varying designs for a new 50-star flag.”People begin sending in ideas for how the new flag should look,” said Dr. Jim Ginther, the supervisory archivist for the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene, Kansas, which has kept all the submissions from back then.”Suddenly there’s a…

A 19-year-old thrift shopper could be in line for a massive payday after buying what turned out to be a warm-up jacket worn by late basketball icon Wilt Chamberlain for just $3.07 at a Goodwill store. The rare piece is now up for auction through Sotheby’s, where it is expected to fetch between $150,000 and $250,000 after being authenticated as a jacket worn by the Los Angeles Lakers great during the 1972 NBA Finals and throughout the 1972-73 season — his final season in the league. Portland resident Quinn Brown stumbled across the gold-and-purple jacket during a January visit to…

Tate Paul is asking a Utah court to reconsider his denied restraining order request against ex-wife Taylor Frankie Paul. According to online court records viewed by Us Weekly, Tate, 32, filed a motion on Wednesday, July 1, for reconsideration and submitted several exhibits. Tate included text messages that allegedly show Taylor, 32, not disclosing why she was receiving inpatient treatment.  (A source previously told Us that The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star checked into a rehab center for a voluntary stay. She has since been cleared and departed.) The texts also allegedly show Taylor admitting that she stops assaulting…

Punishments are coming for Willson Contreras and Cade Cavalli.  Both the Red Sox slugger and Nationals pitcher will face seven-game suspensions for their actions during the benches-clearing incident during Washington’s 10-2 win over Boston earlier this week, the MLB announced Thursday. Additionally, both players will receive an undisclosed fine as part of their discipline.  In the bottom of the fourth inning during Tuesday’s game, Cavalli struck out Contreras on a 3-2 sweeper for what looked to be a routine strikeout.  But it escalated into much more as Cavalli shouted, “Sit down, boy!” to the Red Sox first baseman, prompting Contreras…

Costco shoppers across California will have to cross one stop off their Fourth of July plans after the warehouse giant confirmed all its stores will be closed for the holiday, sending last-minute shoppers to rivals like Walmart, Target and Trader Joe’s instead. The membership-only retailer will shut all its U.S. warehouses on Saturday, July 4, including its 142 California locations, according to Men’s Journal. California has more Costco warehouses than any other state, accounting for about 23% of the chain’s U.S. footprint. The closure is part of Costco’s longstanding practice of shutting down on a handful of major holidays each…