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The latest big-name star to join Hallmark Media’s new streaming service, Hallmark+, is “Nashville” and “Friday Night Lights” alum Connie Britton. On November 22, 2024, the network announced via Deadline that Britton, 57, will serve as host and executive producer …

It might be time for the New York Jets to zig after zagging at the quarterback position. On the NFL Stock Exchange Podcast, co-hosts Connor Rogers and Trevor Sikkema gave Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe to the Jets in the first …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. CARE courts won’tsolve complex issue Re: “CARE courts about to open” (Page A1, Nov. 17). As bureaucracies grapple with the complex issue of homelessness, proposals …

Bay Area Home Report 1084 Queensbridge Court – Google Street View A 2,755-square-foot house built in 1981 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 1000 block of Queensbridge Court in San Jose was sold on Oct. 18, 2024, …

By FATIMA HUSSEIN and CHRIS RUGABER, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump announced Friday that he’ll nominate former George Soros money manager Scott Bessent, an advocate for deficit reduction, to serve as his next treasury secretary. Trump also said he would nominate Russel …

Chomp takes on new meaning this season as the San Jose Sharks, SAP Center and their culinary partner, Aramark, have unveiled a huge new lineup of food and drink choices for hockey fans. Good thing it’s a sport with two …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Build relationships withmembers of Congress Re: “There’s time for Lee to add to her legacy” (Page A6, Nov. 5). It was encouraging that the author …

Broncos defensive Zach Allen is questionable to play in Sunday’s road matchup against the Raiders due to a heel injury. Allen was a limited participant on Wednesday due to rest. He practiced fully on Thursday and was once again limited …

Jake Paul took a shot at Conor McGregor after the former UFC two-weight champion was found guilty of the sexual assault charges a woman filed against him in a civil lawsuit. “Dana [White] hits his wife. Conor’s convicted of rape. …

While the Red Sox’s pursuit of Juan Soto has drawn the headlines that would be expected considering the magnitude of his talent and the possibility–however slim–that he could buck conventional logic and map out a future at Fenway, there’s nary …

“The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star Bronwyn Newport’s marriage to Todd Bradley came under scrutiny from fans after the pair took their castmates on a couple’s trip to Palm Desert to celebrate their wedding anniversary. Viewers learned that …

The New York Jets will be looking for a quarterback in 2025. One of the top options expected to be available in free agency is veteran Sam Darnold. Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic bluntly said “That’s not happening” in response …

The Hallmark Channel’s newest movie, “Christmas on Call,” premieres on Friday, November 22, at 8 p.m. Eastern/7 p.m. Central. The movie stars Sara Canning and Ser’Darius Blain with a cameo appearance by Donna Kelce. Although the movie leans heavily into …

American YouTube star and live streamer IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., is going after Jake Paul. The 19-year-old social media sensation, who, like Paul, also hails from Ohio, declared their fight will happen in 2025. “I …

By MICHAEL R. SISAK NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs tried for a third time Friday to persuade a judge to let him leave jail while he awaits his sex trafficking trial, but a decision won’t come …

SANTA CLARA — No Brock Purdy. No Nick Bosa. No chance for the 49ers on Sunday in Green Bay? “We’re missing two good players definitely but we’ll have a lot of good players out there,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan countered. …

SANTA CLARA — Brandon Allen prepared as if he was the 49ers’ starting quarterback all week, but the reality didn’t hit home until Friday, when Brock Purdy again missed practice. “I know he had a plan for his shoulder all …

Aurora City Council member Danielle Jurinsky says the Trump transition team has spoken to her about Operation Aurora, but the details of President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to deport an unknown number of undocumented immigrants remain scarce. Last week, Jurinsky took …

An apparent selfie posted to James and Angela Craig’s joint Facebook profile. (Photo via Facebook) The 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office wants to file a new charge of solicitation to commit murder against an Aurora dentist accused of fatally poisoning …

A 27-year-old Chicago man faces felony and misdemeanor charges for allegedly taking part in the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Patrick Gorski, 27, was arrested Thursday and charged with a felony count of obstruction of law enforcement during civil …

A new report calls for making state standardized tests more useful for teachers and students and for the state to help school districts pay to repair and renovate school buildings, among other sweeping recommendations. Officials from several state education associations, …

Cuando Danny Solís finalmente entró en el estrado de la corte federal el jueves, hizo un giro brusco hacia el estrado del jurado y luego otro hacia el estrado de los testigos que lo habían estado esperando durante más de …

Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams was neither spectacular nor victorious last week against the Packers, but his steady performance was tremendously reassuring after watching him in freefall for three games in a row. Pulling out of that spiral was crucial …

Quarterback Daniel Jones will finish the 2024 NFL season elsewhere. The New York Giants announced in a November 22 statement that they are granting Jones’ request to release him from their roster. After Jones clears waivers, which ESPN’s Adam Schefter …

The New York Yankees‘ biggest competition for Juan Soto remains the New York Mets. While a decision from Soto is expected earlier than some initially believed, it remains uncertain when his announcement will come. All the Yankees and Mets can …

The Philadelphia Eagles haven’t needed star wide receiver DeVonta Smith much the last 2 weeks — relatively easy wins over the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders that are part of the Eagles’ 6-game winning streak. We might have an answer …

Former New York Yankees starter Luis Severino has enjoyed plenty of success throughout his career. He last pitched for the Yankees in 2023 but struggled a bit during his last few campaigns in the Bronx. If it weren’t for the …

The Contra Costa County Library system is piloting a new program designed to give patrons access to the Concord Library on Sundays, when the branch is normally closed. Related Articles Local News | Library Lines: Contra Costa branches celebrating Día …

The Cupertino City Council contest is headed for a recount following a two-week long stand off between Ray Wang and Rod Sinks to fill the second open seat. A recount by the Santa Clara County Register of Voters is triggered …

Bay Area Home Report 61 Trailview Court – Google Street View A house located in the first block of Trailview Court in San Ramon has new owners. The 1,967-square-foot property, built in 1982, was sold on Oct. 16, 2024. The …

By JILL COLVIN and STEPHEN GROVES WASHINGTON (AP) — After several weeks working mostly behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visible role: Helping Donald Trump try to get his …

A Los Gatos partner for consulting and accounting giant PwC was drunk and speeding on Highway 85 at 130 mph just before his Tesla slammed into the back of a young San Jose man’s car, permanently injuring the 22-year-old chef, a …

One of the greatest skiers of all time, a Rocktober hero, and a coach who helped put the Nuggets on the map headline the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame class of 2025. The trio consists of Mikaela Shiffrin, who is …

It’d be merely a footnote anyway, but the Packers’ blocked field goal to beat the Bears on the final play Sunday was reviewed by the NFL and determined to be a clean play. The league informed the Bears this week …

A look at some of the best semifinals this weekend. Class 8A: No. 2 Loyola at No. 1 Lincoln-Way East, 6 p.m. Saturday This game — a rematch of the last two Class 8A finals, both won by Loyola — …

When Tony Clark first visited Chicago 11 years ago, he said he saw homeless people experience “a different kind of horror.” Winters here, the Australian said, are on another level. “I had never seen horizontal ice,” he says. Clark was …

How about those Bears, everybody? To put a finer point on it: Will they ever win again? In this week’s “Polling Place,” your home for Sun-Times sports polls on the social platform X, we asked what the Bears’ record will …

Adrian Martinez Jr. hugs his mother Rosa Mayen after speaking about his brother during the funeral services for Police Officer Enrique Martinez at St. Rita Cascia Shrine Temple at 7740 S Western Ave in Ashburn, Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. Police …

With the Vikings coming off a losing season and undergoing a full reboot at quarterback, hardly anybody took them seriously going into this season. They are now. For all the wistful speculation about the Bears pulling an upset Sunday at …

The Minnesota Vikings‘ 2025 offseason has many moving parts with 11 notable contributors poised to reach free agency. While the Vikings should push to retain their internal talent that’s driven an 8-2 start to the 2024 season, the cost analysis …