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ELKHORN SLOUGH — Although sea otters are an unofficial mascot of the Monterey Bay area and popular among tourists and locals alike, they are also described by scientists as voracious predators that help keep problematic invaders out of coastal waters. …

SANTA CRUZ — Within days of vandalism to a recently opened downtown pub, police investigators say they have taken a Santa Cruz man into custody for an alleged hate-crime offense. Police were initially called to The Neighbor’s Pub, a new …

California’s plan to stabilize its faltering home insurance market is now law, meaning homeowners in fire-prone areas and beyond may soon have an easier time finding coverage. But consumer advocates worry it will also mean steep rate hikes for many policyholders …

DEAR TRAVEL TROUBLESHOOTER: I’m trying to resolve a problem with my Uber One membership and recurring Uber Eats errors. I’ve been trying to cancel my Uber One membership. Uber wouldn’t let me, so I disputed the charge with American Express …

The future of one of the hotel shelters that form the backbone of Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s All In Mile High homelessness initiative is at risk on Monday as city officials pivot to win approval for a lease extension. City …

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden …

It’s never easy to see a favorite restaurant go. Whether it was a neighborhood hangout, a special-occasion splurge, or even one of the spots you’d been meaning to get to (but never did). Some closings make our jaws drop while …

Are 52 gas stations enough for Lakewood’s 156,000 residents? It’s a question that leaders in Colorado’s fifth-largest city are seriously asking, with the City Council teeing up a proposed ordinance that would severely restrict how many new gas stations could …

Colorado air-quality regulators this week will tackle one of the more complicated rules the state has drafted, ordering about 40 natural gas companies to reduce their greenhouse-gas emissions or pay into a system designed to help businesses lower their carbon …

It is easy to appreciate the paintings of Markus Puskar, with their swirling colors and shapes, their out-of-this world spirituality, their blatant and primitive references to sacred practices and the human body. A close-up detail of Markus Puskar’s painting ”Float.” …

The quarterback position in the NFL is the marquee position in all of professional sports. While quarterbacks are often the face of a franchise and thus get all the spotlight, their perceived value isn’t always aligned with their actual on-field …

Former and current New York Yankees players have shown support for Donald Trump. Trump, who won the 2024 election over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, will take office on January 20, 2025, for his second term after winning the 2016 Presidential …

The New York Yankees have been a team built on power, and with their current lineup, the long ball might be tough to come by at times. While the Yankees still have a few hitters with big power in their …

LAGUNA NIGUEL — Freddie Freeman’s historic walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the World Series has sold for $1.56 million at auction. The bidding at SCP Auctions went into the late hours of Saturday night, according to a …

Tray Poker didn’t give much thought to the chance encounter he had Nov. 29 with his former work lunch buddy at the sprawling campus of the VA Loma Linda Health Care System. Poker was just arriving for work shortly after …

The San Diego Humane Society euthanized three XL bully dogs who fatally attacked their owner and seriously injured a second person Friday afternoon at a Mira Mesa neighborhood park, Humane Society officials announced Sunday. The deadly mauling happened around noon …

A federal investigation into the alleged rape of an 11-year-old girl in a restroom at a San Bernardino middle school has found that administrators failed to properly respond to and investigate the attack, which was recorded on video and posted …

David Viens had already been convicted of murdering his wife when he tried to convince a judge that the most revolting aspect of his crime — revealed in a confession to police that reverberated across the country — wasn’t true. …

Everyone knows by now that Colorado’s youth are at risk of overdose and death due to the opioid addiction crisis and the prevalence of fentanyl in the illicit drug market. But The Denver Post’s Sam Tabachnik reported this month that …

The Bears gave the Vikings a good run last time they played, losing in overtime three weeks ago at Soldier Field after quarterback Caleb Williams rallied them from 11 down with a minute left. Nonetheless, they’re a touchdown-underdog Monday night …

DEAR ABBY: Several members of my husband’s family let us down badly by not attending our daughter’s wedding. They had various work and other family obligations near the date of our event. “Save the Date” cards had been sent out …

An Englewood business was set on fire after an unsuccessful burglary attempt Sunday night on the South Side. Around 11:50 p.m., two burglars used bolt cutters to break into the business in the 5800 block of South Ashland Avenue, Chicago …

A 5-year-old boy and two women were hurt in a crash late Sunday night in South Deering on the Far South Side. Around 11:30 p.m., a westbound gray Hyundai sedan was in the 1600 block of East 103rd Street the …

A local band drawing inspiration from Sergio Mendes and the B-52’s is returning from hiatus for a 30th anniversary show. Samba Bamba, a retro crazy music group fronted by artist Richard Knight Jr., is returning for one night only Dec. …

The San Francisco 49ers offseason has unofficially begun. The organization is leaving behind 2024, for good reason, and turning its eyes to 2025. Hopefully, a brighter and less injured future is in store for the 49ers next season. To reach …

TODAY’S WORD — SAPONIFY SAPONIFY: suh-PON-ih-fye: To convert into soap. Average mark 15 words Time limit 30 minutes Can you find 18 or more words in SAPONIFY? The list will be published tomorrow. SATURDAY’S WORD — NYMPHALID: nail nymph madly …

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallee Hirsh, 37; Benjamin Bratt, 61; Sam Robards, 63; Billy Gibbons, 75. Happy Birthday: Communicate, test theories and demonstrate restraint and genuine interest in what’s happening around you. Consider what’s trending and how you can …

Dear Eric: I’m a 75-year-old amateur songwriter who enjoys recording what I write. I’m also a widower going on three years. When my wife of 42 years was alive, I wrote songs for and about her and us. I’d record …

According to a new analysis, Illinois faces the nation’s fifth-highest credit card debt burden, with an overall total surpassing $48 billion. On average, Illinois households carry balances of over $10,000 — a situation compounded by pervasive marketing schemes that push …

Watch out, here come the Green Bay Packers! After a 30-13 win against the Seattle Seahawks, the Packers are making a push for the NFC’s number one seed. Okay, maybe that is a stretch, but not impossible following a dominating …

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Today is Monday, Dec. 16, the 351st day of 2024. There are 15 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 16, 1773, the Boston Tea Party took place as American colonists boarded a British ship and dumped …

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Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Cancer. Happy Birthday for Monday, Dec. 16, 2024: You’re an impulsive free spirit with a fine intuition. You are an excellent judge of character. …

Today is Monday, Dec. 16, the 351st day of 2024. There are 15 days left in the year. Today in history: On Dec. 16, 1773, the Boston Tea Party took place as American colonists boarded a British ship and dumped …

The Minnesota Vikings can win the NFC North if they win out, which would be another feather in free-agent-to-be Sam Darnold’s cap. Darnold’s future remains a source of intrigue around the league. Many expect a high price point, though there …

SAN FRANCISCO — Dennis Schroder isn’t really the Warriors’ type. At least not historically. Schroder likes having the ball and running pick-and-rolls, where he punishes defenders who go under screens with his streaky jumper or zips past them to the …

Zakir Hussain, a prolific player of the Indian tabla hand drums who helped bring Indian classical music to an international audience, died Sunday in San Francisco. He was 73. He died of pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic disease that causes lung …