Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold has done a heck of a job not making ripples off the field this season, despite roiling proverbial tidal waves on it. While Darnold is just a first-year starter in Minnesota, the former No. 3 …
Vikings QB Sam Darnold Issues 5-Word Message on Packers Defense Read MoreMinnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is trying to lull the Green Bay Packers defense to sleep. The Vikings offense has been among the most potent in the NFL in recent weeks, particularly through the air, as Darnold has tossed just …
Sam Darnold Sends Blunt Message to Banged Up Packers Defense Read MoreOne of the lone bright spots in an otherwise terrible 2024 season for the San Francisco 49ers has turned grim the day after Christmas. Ahead of Thursday’s practice, head coach Kyle Shanahan announced the team is shutting down linebacker Dre …
49ers Shut Down Dre Greenlaw for Remainder of 2024 Season Read MoreSAN JOSE — An appellate court has overturned the 2020 rape conviction of ex-San Francisco 49ers star Dana Stubblefield, ruling that the prosecution violated the Racial Justice Act by stating at trial that his status as a famous Black man …
Appellate court overturns rape conviction of ex-49ers star Dana Stubblefield Read MoreAssociated Press DALLAS — Some flights were delayed or canceled in Texas on Thursday after a line of thunderstorms started moving across parts of the state in a system the National Weather Service predicted could bring high winds, hail and …
Thunderstorms wallop Texas, impeding holiday travel Read MoreBoats are built to withstand fierce seas. But tethered inside the shallow and narrow Santa Cruz Harbor, few of the cruisers, catamarans and yachts were prepared for the fury of this week’s storm surge, which sunk at least 15 vessels …
Why Santa Cruz Harbor was so devastated by storm surge Read MorePONTIAC—One of the storylines heading into the 93rd Pontiac Holiday Tournament was that the event lacked a major star. Peoria Manual senior Dietrich Richardson put an end to that speculation early Thursday morning in the tournament opener. Richardson, a Bradley …
Pontiac Holiday Tournament notebook Read MorePete Carroll? The Bears could do worse. Carroll is 73 going on 50. The power of his personality makes a difference. He’s got a unique enthusiasm that would fit well in Halas Hall and shake it up at the same …
If Bears don’t need this Pete Carroll, they need the next one Read MoreAs the Chicago Teachers Union pushes hard to finalize a contract with Chicago Public Schools — and on Thursday accused CPS of suddenly dragging its feet — ethical questions about Mayor Brandon Johnson are being raised in a legal filing …
Ethics concerns raised amid Mayor Brandon Johnson’s leave of absence from CPS Read MoreSAN JOSE — An appellate court has overturned the 2020 rape conviction of ex-San Francisco 49ers star Dana Stubblefield, ruling that the prosecution violated the Racial Justice Act by stating at trial that his status as a famous Black man …
Appellate court overturns rape conviction of ex-49ers star Dana Stubblefield Read MoreAssociated Press DALLAS — Some flights were delayed or canceled in Texas on Thursday after a line of thunderstorms started moving across parts of the state in a system the National Weather Service predicted could bring high winds, hail and …
Thunderstorms wallop Texas, impeding holiday travel Read MoreBoats are built to withstand fierce seas. But tethered inside the shallow and narrow Santa Cruz Harbor, few of the cruisers, catamarans and yachts were prepared for the fury of this week’s storm surge, which sunk at least 15 vessels …
Why Santa Cruz Harbor was so devastated by storm surge Read MoreAuthorities found a second limb Thursday while investigating the earlier discovery of a severed leg that washed ashore on the Palos Verdes Estates coast, as they work to determine any potential connection to two men who went missing early Tuesday …
2nd human leg found at Palos Verdes Estates shoreline 2 days after fishermen go missing Read MoreARCADIA — It may have been a disappointing opening day for fans in the crowd of 41,562 who showed up at Santa Anita hoping to see Mystik Dan display his Kentucky Derby-winning class. It was thrilling, though, for fans who …
Raging Torrent wins, Mystik Dan last at Santa Anita opener Read MoreINGLEWOOD — Clippers star Kawhi Leonard took part in a five-on-five practice on Thursday, checking off another box in his recovery from right knee issues. His first practice was Dec. 10, but he did not do any live contact drills …
Kawhi Leonard won’t go on Clippers’ upcoming trip, needs more 5-on-5 reps Read MoreFormer New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is now on the Minnesota Vikings‘ practice squad, but he hasn’t seen playing time this season. Now, there’s another NFL team that could use a solid backup quarterback, and Jones could be just …
Ex-Giants QB Daniel Jones Could Leave Vikings for Golden Opportunity Read MoreAdejected Stephen Curry still sounded hopeful as he talked about the vibes inside the Golden State Warriors locker room after a players-only meeting and his season-high 38 points could not prevent them from extending their losing woes. “I still have hope …
Warriors Star Steph Curry Reveals Strong Message in Players-Only Meeting Read MoreSanta Clara County’s Family and Children’s Services Director Damion Wright resigned Thursday, according to a letter obtained by the Bay Area News Group. Wright’s resignation comes as the agency faces criticism and controversy over the fentanyl overdose of Baby Phoenix …
Santa Clara County official resigns a year after infant’s fentanyl overdose rocked community Read More<p id=”par-1_50″>The <em>Shrinking</em> Season 2 finale is here. In the Dec. 25 episode of the Emmy-nominated <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tv/”>TV show</a> from Apple TV+, it’s Thanksgiving for Jimmy (Jason Segel), and Paul (Harrison Ford). Meanwhile, <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/shrinking-star-jessica-williams-felt-really-stressed-reprising-gaby-role-season-2.html/”>Gaby (Jessica Williams)</a>, Sean (Luke Tennie), …
‘Shrinking’ Season 2 Finale Recap: A Big Thanksgiving Dinner and Forgiveness Read MoreA pedestrian died at a hospital Thursday afternoon after being struck by a train in southwest Denver, the Denver Police Department said. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | 4 hospitalized in Aurora following shooting and car crash involving RTD …
Pedestrian killed by train in southwest Denver Read MoreA Pueblo man was killed and another victim was injured in a double shooting early Thursday morning. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | FBI arrests 23-year-old in connection with tribal reservation fatal shooting Crime and Public Safety | FBI …
Pueblo man killed in early morning double shooting Read MorePONTIAC—Elijah Lovemore reached the point where there was no other option. He had to get a shot off somehow, some way. So that’s what he did, heaving up a game-tying, buzzer-beater three-pointer at the end of regulation. It went in. …
Elijah Lovemore’s buzzer-beater helps Bloom beat West Aurora at Pontiac Read MoreThe Bears got their starting defensive tackle back Thursday night — Gervon Dexter Sr., who missed the last two games with a knee injury, is active and will play against the Seahawks at Soldier Field. The Bears will play without …
Bears-Seahawks inactives report: DL Gervon Dexter returns from knee injury Read MoreA 2-year-old boy was critically injured in a shooting Thursday afternoon in North Lawndale on the West Side. The boy was inside a home in the 3800 block of West 14th Street when someone opened fire around 4:05 p.m., Chicago …
2-year-old boy critically hurt in North Lawndale shooting Read MoreSanta Clara County’s Family and Children’s Services Director Damion Wright resigned Thursday, according to a letter obtained by the Bay Area News Group. Wright’s resignation comes as the agency faces criticism and controversy over the fentanyl overdose of Baby Phoenix …
Santa Clara County official resigns a year after infant’s fentanyl overdose rocked community Read MoreLas Colibri performs during the 65th annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration at the Music Center on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Press-Telegram/SCNG) The String Revolution performs during the 65th annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration at the …
Photos: LA Music Center’s holiday event was a hit at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Read MoreA simple twist of scientific discovery sparked one company’s breakthrough in battery technology for electric vehicles. Coreshell, a battery technology company, is developing what it says is the first commercial-scale battery that uses metallurgical silicon (MG-SI) in the anode. Their …
Breakthrough in EV battery cells saves weight, improves driving range Read MoreA former Van Nuys doctor, medical executive and the clinic and laboratory where they worked will pay $15 million to settle allegations that they submitted false Medicare and Medi-Cal claims, paid illegal kickbacks and self-referred patients, according to the Department …
Ex-Van Nuys doctor and others agree to pay $15 million to settle fraud allegations Read MoreCheers for years With New Year’s Eve coming we look at some traditions that stay with us year after year. Champagne was the drink of kings and queens in Europe, specially in the 18th century, where the first painting depicting …
Celebrating New Year’s Eve: Here are a few basics about champagne Read MoreThe Miami Heat are interested in Memphis Grizzlies‘ underutilized wing John Konchar, according to NBA insider Marc Stein, amid tension rising between them and their franchise star Jimmy Butler. “The Nets, league sources say, are likewise interested in Memphis’ John …
Heat Eye Grizzlies Wing Amid Jimmy Butler Tension: Report Read MoreFormer Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Ian Book received his next NFL opportunity on December 26. “The [Philadelphia] Eagles are signing QB Ian Book to the practice squad following his visit yesterday, sources say,” NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo reported on …
Ex-Chiefs QB Signs With Eagles After Jalen Hurts Injury: Report Read MoreMARTINEZ — Two homes here were raided after police learned of an alleged death threat by a 17-year-old boy whose younger brother had been suspended for fighting with the victim, court records show. The November raids turned up no weapons, …
Martinez homes raided over alleged death threat against middle schooler Read MoreSAN JOSE — A man was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking and operating a brothel out of a home, the San Jose Police Department announced Thursday. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | A homeless girl didn’t want to …
San Jose police arrest human trafficking suspect, rescue two women from residential brothel Read MoreNikola Jokic continues to bloat the stat sheet, now becoming proficient in the quadruple-double: scoring, rebounding, passing and yelling. What’s going on with the NBA’s best player? I got pushback when I suggested the Nuggets owed him an apology for …
Renck: Nikola Jokic’s frustration becoming impossible to ignore. Are Malone, Booth, Kroenke paying attention? Read MoreThe Broncos’ run of good weather fortune may be coming to an end. Denver’s Saturday afternoon game at Cincinnati is forecast to be played in rainy conditions, which would mark the first time the team’s seen anything but dry since …
Broncos prep for rain in Cincinnati: Wet-ball drills, no visors and Formula 1-style glove changes Read MoreWASHINGTON — The bald eagle, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor on Tuesday: It officially became the country’s national bird. President Joe Biden signed into law …
Bald eagle officially becomes national bird of the United States Read MoreLeave the car keys at home. The Chicago Transit Agency and Metra are offering free rides on New Year’s Eve. The CTA won’t charge fares from 10 p.m. Tuesday until 4 a.m. on New Year’s Day, thanks to a sponsorship …
CTA, Metra offer free New Year’s Eve rides Read MoreProtests in the streets, turmoil at City Hall, corruption trials galore, historically bad baseball and a massive influx of buzzing arthropods unlike any seen since the 1800s. No wonder so many Chicagoans sought peace at the sidewalk altar of a …
Chicago’s top 10 news stories of 2024 Read MoreThe Alum Rock Union School District became the latest in the Bay Area to turn to school closures to stay financially afloat when the district’s board of education voted earlier this month to close or merge 13 elementary and middle …
San Jose school district latest to announce school closures amid budget crisis Read MoreMARTINEZ — Two homes here were raided after police learned of an alleged death threat by a 17-year-old boy whose younger brother had been suspended for fighting with the victim, court records show. The November raids turned up no weapons, …
Martinez homes raided over alleged death threat against middle schooler Read More