Andrés Soto
@andrespsoto.bsky.social
Journalist, Chicano, NorthEast LA native. Work featured in the Los Angeles Times, MLB.com. Formerly: ESPN
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The 10 deaths in ICE detention this year could have been prevented and are still under investigation.
This project pulls from articles, ICE reports, obituaries and press releases to give a picture of who these people were and the days leading up to their deaths.
open.substack.com/pub/victoria...
This project pulls from articles, ICE reports, obituaries and press releases to give a picture of who these people were and the days leading up to their deaths.
open.substack.com/pub/victoria...
Ten People Have Died in ICE Detention Since January. Here Are Their Stories
The most people have died in ICE custody this year since the pandemic. Advocates say most of these deaths are due to negligence and could have been prevented. Many are still under investigation.
open.substack.com
September 3, 2025 at 2:54 AM
The 10 deaths in ICE detention this year could have been prevented and are still under investigation.
This project pulls from articles, ICE reports, obituaries and press releases to give a picture of who these people were and the days leading up to their deaths.
open.substack.com/pub/victoria...
This project pulls from articles, ICE reports, obituaries and press releases to give a picture of who these people were and the days leading up to their deaths.
open.substack.com/pub/victoria...
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Do they really think they can scare us with the word “socialist” when they are literally sending out men in masks with no warrants and no badges to disappear people off American streets?
I know what I’m scared of, and it’s not a socialist.
I know what I’m scared of, and it’s not a socialist.
June 26, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Do they really think they can scare us with the word “socialist” when they are literally sending out men in masks with no warrants and no badges to disappear people off American streets?
I know what I’m scared of, and it’s not a socialist.
I know what I’m scared of, and it’s not a socialist.
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Steve Kerr: "I believe in academic freedom. I think it's crucial for all of our institutions to be able to handle their own business the way they want to. And they should not be shaken down and told what to teach, what to say, by our government. That's the dumbest thing I've ever heard."
Steve Kerr wore a Harvard basketball shirt after the Warriors’ win tonight: “Yes, this is me supporting Harvard. Way to go. Way to stand up to the bully.”
April 16, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Steve Kerr: "I believe in academic freedom. I think it's crucial for all of our institutions to be able to handle their own business the way they want to. And they should not be shaken down and told what to teach, what to say, by our government. That's the dumbest thing I've ever heard."
Ohio State didn’t leave anything up for discussion in their rematch with Oregon, bludgeoning the Ducks to secure a spot in the #CFP Semifinals:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
Ohio State upends College Football Playoff in stunning Rose Bowl win over Oregon
No. 8 Ohio State dominates in the first half to pull off a 41-21 victory over top-seeded Oregon in the Rose Bowl, advancing to the CFP semifinals vs. Texas.
www.latimes.com
January 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Ohio State didn’t leave anything up for discussion in their rematch with Oregon, bludgeoning the Ducks to secure a spot in the #CFP Semifinals:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
One more byline before the real fun tomorrow: three keys you need to look out for in the Rose Bowl:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
Ohio State vs. Oregon: Three things to watch during the Rose Bowl
Ohio State is looking to avenge a Big Ten loss to unbeaten Oregon in a College Football Playoff quarterfinal. Here are three keys to the game.
www.latimes.com
January 1, 2025 at 1:40 AM
One more byline before the real fun tomorrow: three keys you need to look out for in the Rose Bowl:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
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“I love America more than any other country in the world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually.”
- James Baldwin
- James Baldwin
December 30, 2024 at 4:57 AM
“I love America more than any other country in the world, and, exactly for this reason, I insist on the right to criticize her perpetually.”
- James Baldwin
- James Baldwin
More Rose Bowl coverage from today’s media day: I wrote about Emeka Egbuka and how his hometown — and his relationship with former Oregon linebacker Fotu Leiato — shaped his journey:
Why Ohio State's Emeka Egbuka draws inspiration from a former Oregon linebacker
Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka grew up an Oregon fan, a fandom that was strengthened when his mentor, Fotu Leiato, went on to play for the Ducks.
www.latimes.com
December 30, 2024 at 11:40 PM
More Rose Bowl coverage from today’s media day: I wrote about Emeka Egbuka and how his hometown — and his relationship with former Oregon linebacker Fotu Leiato — shaped his journey:
Chip Kelly’s returning to the same sidelines he roamed for the past six years as UCLA’s head coach.
The significance of that, and the Rose Bowl itself, isn’t lost on him. My latest for @latimes.com:
The significance of that, and the Rose Bowl itself, isn’t lost on him. My latest for @latimes.com:
Chip Kelly finds a satisfaction at Ohio State he couldn't get as UCLA coach
Ohio State offensive coordinator and former UCLA head coach Chip Kelly is excited to be back at the Rose Bowl, working closely with Buckeyes QB Will Howard.
www.latimes.com
December 30, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Chip Kelly’s returning to the same sidelines he roamed for the past six years as UCLA’s head coach.
The significance of that, and the Rose Bowl itself, isn’t lost on him. My latest for @latimes.com:
The significance of that, and the Rose Bowl itself, isn’t lost on him. My latest for @latimes.com:
When you finally finish your 1,900-word feature at 4 am:
a cartoon of squidward from spongebob squarepants holding a piece of paper .
ALT: a cartoon of squidward from spongebob squarepants holding a piece of paper .
media.tenor.com
December 29, 2024 at 12:08 PM
When you finally finish your 1,900-word feature at 4 am:
Was he flickering the lights? 🤔
nosferatu was pretty good but would it have killed him to smile a little??
December 29, 2024 at 12:06 PM
Was he flickering the lights? 🤔
First reads of 2025 lined up 🫡
December 29, 2024 at 2:06 AM
First reads of 2025 lined up 🫡
Ohio State’s defense didn’t play up to par in their first matchup against Oregon, and they’re ready to redeem themselves in the Rose Bowl.
My latest for the LA Times:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
My latest for the LA Times:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
Ohio State’s 'silver bullet' defense eager to avenge loss to Oregon
Ohio State's defense has been formidable all season and is eager to avenge its performance during a one-point loss to Oregon earlier this season.
www.latimes.com
December 28, 2024 at 6:10 PM
Ohio State’s defense didn’t play up to par in their first matchup against Oregon, and they’re ready to redeem themselves in the Rose Bowl.
My latest for the LA Times:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
My latest for the LA Times:
www.latimes.com/sports/story...
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This one might be over already too
December 22, 2024 at 1:47 AM
This one might be over already too
The hill I will always be willing to die on is that illegal blindside block is the stupidest penalty in football
December 21, 2024 at 10:27 PM
The hill I will always be willing to die on is that illegal blindside block is the stupidest penalty in football
A salary cap would do nothing but incentivize and reward cheap billionaire owners not investing in their teams. Baseball needs a salary floor before they even think of a cap
Adding a salary cap to MLB may be on the owners' minds.
MLB Rumors: Owners Considering Salary Cap Proposal
Some rumblings have hinted at owners beginning talks about a salary cap proposal with Major League Baseball.
buff.ly
December 21, 2024 at 1:35 AM
A salary cap would do nothing but incentivize and reward cheap billionaire owners not investing in their teams. Baseball needs a salary floor before they even think of a cap
ICYMI: UCLA women’s basketball
dominated Cal Poly in a 30-point win, but head coach Cori Close wants to see more as the thick of Big Ten play looms for the No. 1 team in the nation:
dominated Cal Poly in a 30-point win, but head coach Cori Close wants to see more as the thick of Big Ten play looms for the No. 1 team in the nation:
No. 1 UCLA overcomes absence of Lauren Betts in dominating win over Cal Poly
Janiah Barker, Angela Dugalić and Londynn Jones each score 12 points to lead No. 1 UCLA to a dominating 69-37 victory over Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
www.latimes.com
December 17, 2024 at 7:33 AM
ICYMI: UCLA women’s basketball
dominated Cal Poly in a 30-point win, but head coach Cori Close wants to see more as the thick of Big Ten play looms for the No. 1 team in the nation:
dominated Cal Poly in a 30-point win, but head coach Cori Close wants to see more as the thick of Big Ten play looms for the No. 1 team in the nation:
A Londynn Jones three pushes the Bruins up to a 31-point lead. 61-30
December 17, 2024 at 4:25 AM
A Londynn Jones three pushes the Bruins up to a 31-point lead. 61-30
Londynn Jones starts the 4th quarter with a layup to push the UCLA lead to 28
December 17, 2024 at 4:24 AM
Londynn Jones starts the 4th quarter with a layup to push the UCLA lead to 28
END OF THIRD: UCLA 56 - 30 Cal Poly
December 17, 2024 at 4:19 AM
END OF THIRD: UCLA 56 - 30 Cal Poly
Timeout called after Gabriela Jaquez picks up her second foul.
UCLA leads Cal Poly 49-27 with 4:49 to go in the third quarter
UCLA leads Cal Poly 49-27 with 4:49 to go in the third quarter
December 17, 2024 at 4:09 AM
Timeout called after Gabriela Jaquez picks up her second foul.
UCLA leads Cal Poly 49-27 with 4:49 to go in the third quarter
UCLA leads Cal Poly 49-27 with 4:49 to go in the third quarter
Second half is underway here at Pauley Pavilion
December 17, 2024 at 4:00 AM
Second half is underway here at Pauley Pavilion
Janiah Barker is also having a solid game: 6 pts, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals
December 17, 2024 at 3:48 AM
Janiah Barker is also having a solid game: 6 pts, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals
Angela Dugalic is the Bruins’ leading scorer with 8 points to go with 3 rebounds and an assist
December 17, 2024 at 3:46 AM
Angela Dugalic is the Bruins’ leading scorer with 8 points to go with 3 rebounds and an assist