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Walmart Retail giant wins big as a measure it helped bankroll to increase penalties for repeat shoplifters and fentanyl dealers qualifies for California’s November ballot over the objections of some Sacramento Democrats.       Kevin McCarthy Bakersfield Republican, ousted …

ANTIOCH — The dual scandals involving alleged crimes and racism by Antioch police officers have so far cost 13 of them their jobs, according to recently obtained emails department commanders sent to city officials. Among the 13 job losses are …

“I was surprised and disappointed that the board continues to reject what in my mind are remarkably low-hanging-fruit recommendations for the governance reform that will lead to a better agency for Santa Clara County residents.” — Assemblyman Marc Berman, a …

Like many soon-to-be mothers, the cost of child care, the potential health risks and the impact on her career darted through Sunnyvale City Councilmember Alysa Cisneros’ mind when she considered having a second child. But serving in public office, she …

Paul Brian’s signature baritone was a fixture to millions of radio listeners in Chicago for decades. He mostly talked about his favorite thing — cars. As the host of the Saturday morning program “Drive Chicago” for more than 20 years …

Three people were shot, one fatally, early Sunday in Grand Boulevard on the South Side. The shooting happened about 12:25 a.m. in the 4500 block of South Evans Avenue, according to Chicago police. A man, 35, was struck in the …

A man was found fatally shot Sunday morning in West Pullman on the Far South Side. About 2:30 a.m., officers found the man with multiple gunshot wounds in the 11500 block of South LaSalle Street, Chicago police said. The man, …

A man was found shot to death Sunday morning inside a vehicle in Little Village. Just after 5 a.m., the man, 26, was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound to the head in a vehicle in the 2500 block of …

Blake Shelton’s “Voice” replacement Reba McEntire was featured in an ad that ran on Meta and some fans were left baffled. According to Snopes, the ad claimed that McEntire stormed off the set of the show. However, the outlet was …

Bryson DeChambeau does not have a wife, but rumors are swirling that the golfer has a new girlfriend. It remains a mystery who the star golfer is dating. The Ringer’s Nathan Hubbard reported that DeChambeau’s new girlfriend was spotted at …

The Denver Post’s 2024 All-Colorado baseball team, a 40-man roster determined by statistical analysis, a player’s relative value to team success and coaches’ feedback. Mr. Colorado Baseball Fort Collins High School’s Sean Togher (13) heads off the field after a …

For the final major decision of his 52-year tenure as Cherry Creek’s head coach, Marc Johnson gambled. The Bruins were in the consolation bracket of the Class 5A state tournament entering the final weekend of play and needed to beat …

The Colorado Avalanche believes it found the long-term solution at a key position just before the 2024 NHL trade deadline. Figuring out how to lock in that player on the right contract is an integral part of this offseason. Colorado …

For Zach Goodman, the apple didn’t fall far from the broadcast booth. A young Zach Goodman, approximately age 8, keeps score and practices his announcing in front of the Rockies game on TV at the family home in Greenwood Village. …

In his first job after college, Archie Colgan sold printers and copiers, but grew tired of being a facsimile of himself. He got along well with his boss, walked into his office and quit to pursue a career as a …

Jim Leonhard trusted his eyes. Such faith is foundational for any good defensive back. So when the 41-year-old’s smooth-sailing, fast-rising college coaching career took a big hit late in 2022, he first stepped back. Then he thought about what he’d …

Those who love the Dolores River canyonlands agree — the swath of rugged land along Colorado’s western border is one of the state’s last, best wild places. The tract encompasses staggering red rock cliffs, broad valleys and rolling hills that …

Recently I received multiple unsolicited copies of a new book “The Holy Grail of Investing” written by none other than motivational speaker Tony Robbins. Not only was I surprised to get so many copies of the same book, but I …

PLATTEVILLE — An anonymous letter, signed by someone calling themselves Richard Marks, appeared in mailboxes in December throughout the Bebee Draw Farms neighborhood in Weld County, telling neighbors they were swindled in a secretive land deal approved by an elected …

Forty years ago this week, my phone rang waking me up. Denver’s rock promoter, Barry Fey, was on the other line: “Wake up! Turn on Channel 4 – Alan’s dead!” It was the night of June 18, 1984, and Alan …

NEW YORK — “Buy now, pay later” services are a popular way that shoppers pay for goods. The payment plan is usually marketed as zero-interest, or low interest, and allows consumers to spread out payments for purchases over several weeks …

Andy Cohen is celebrating the 15th anniversary of his late-night show “Watch What Happens Live”—and one of his favorite moments took place early on. The Bravo host has interviewed thousands of guests on his show, including hundreds of “Real Housewives” …

Lindsay Hubbard spoke out about one of her biggest fights with Carl Radke while filming “Summer House” season 8—but her comments were left out of Bravo’s reunion broadcast. Radke, who is three years sober, took issue with Hubbard questioning his …

The Toronto Maple Leafs will try to improve their defense corps during the offseason and according to reports they will be big players in the free-agent market. Former NHL player and current analyst Nick Kypreos of the Toronto Star reported …

DEAR ABBY: My stepdaughter has an 11-year-old daughter I’ll call “Kristina.” Kristina is very well-behaved, but she’s being taught at home that love is measured in dollars. She is constantly hinting about gifts and candy she wants. It has gotten …

Este artículo fue apoyada por el Pulitzer Center Read this story in English En los últimos dos años, la Ciudad de Chicago ha tenido dificultades para atender a los migrantes indigentes que llegan desde la frontera sur. La mayoría de …

As reported on June 16, 1924, by the Chicago Daily News, sister paper of the Chicago Sun-Times: Several persons were injured and damage reckoned at $50,000 was done by a bomb set off in the Moulin Rouge cafe, which was …

There’s this underlying mentality that no one appreciates Chicago more than people who were born and raised here. And OK, I respect that. But as a transplant, I find the city keeps growing on me. It grows on me when …

The Chicago Bears are adding another veteran wide receiver and return specialist to their offseason roster ahead of next month’s NFL training camp. According to ESPN’s Jordan Schultz, the Bears are signing former Las Vegas Raiders veteran DeAndre Carter to …