Matt Stevens is a Staff Writer at The New York Times, focusing on arts and culture news. He covers a diverse range of topics, including sports, competitive sports, and entertainment, while also exploring themes related to spirituality and food and beverages. Matt's work has been featured in prominent publications such as KRIS Communications, Chicago Tribune Media Group, The Seattle Times, and The Boston Globe Technology, among others.
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Matt Stevens appears to cover local events and evolving stories, with a focus on Illini sports and entertainment. His articles include pieces about thrift shop finds, art sales, and legal cases related to cultural phenomena.
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By: Ryan Mac, Shawn Paik, Erin Mendell, Mike Ives, Hannah Yi, Camille Baker, Amy Graff, Qasim Nauman, Isabelle Taft, Ivan Penn, Soumya Karlamangla, Conor Dougherty, Corina Knoll, Debra Kamin, Ken Bensinger, Yan Zhuang, Callie Holtermann, Rachel Nostrant, Matt Stevens, Christopher Flavelle
The two largest blazes are the most destructive to ever hit the city, and a smaller one burned overnight in the Hollywood Hills. More extreme fire danger is expected on Thursday.
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A state funeral for the 39th president on Thursday will bring together all five living presidents and feature a eulogy from President Biden.
By: Amanda Holpuch, Matt Stevens
The five living presidents are making a rare simultaneous appearance Thursday at former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral.
By: Kate Selig, Callie Holtermann, Austyn Gaffney, Rachel Nostrant, Juliet Macur, Debra Kamin, Corina Knoll, Judson Jones, Matt Stevens, Emily Schmall, Soumya Karlamangla, Derrick Bryson Taylor, Alex Pena, Ali Watkins, Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs, Ceylan Yeğinsu, Isabella Kwai, Katie Mogg, Vik Jolly, Nazaneen Ghaffar, Mike Ives
California’s state fire agency has guidance on the best ways to get your home ready before you leave.
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At least five people have been killed in what an official called “one of the most destructive natural disasters in the history of Los Angeles.” The diverse Altadena neighborhood experienced sweeping devastation.
By: Shawn Hubler, Yan Zhuang, Mimi Dwyer, Amy Graff, Meghan Mccarron, Matt Stevens, Orlando Mayorquin, Rachel Nostrant, Jonathan Wolfe
Officials had hoped that a drop in wind speeds would help firefighters. But dry terrain helped the giant Palisades blaze grow, leading to more evacuation orders.
By: Matt Stevens
As the team prepares to don the green and gold, several of our athletes have already been making headlines in the lead-up to the event.
The New Year kicks off in full swing this weekend as the TBA Ranked Event season begins with the Hammer Queensland Senior Classic at Caboolture Bowl.
Welcome to Team Australia's IBF Para Bowling World Championship Hub!
The IBF Para Bowling World Championships is set to begin, running from 17–24 January 2025
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