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Is Thomas Brown a legitimate candidate to become the Bears’ next head coach? Anytime a coach draws comparisons to Mike Tomlin, you have to pay attention. But you also have to be careful with notions like this in Chicago, where …

With the colder weather, hopes build for both lakefront perch and eventually the arrival of early ice; all that leads the sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report. Quinn Wunar messaged the photo at the top and sent a report in the …

Quarterback Russell Wilson suffered his first loss as a starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 12. Head coach Mike Tomlin, who remained winless in road divisional matchups on Thursdays, is receiving a lot of blame for the defeat. …

The Denver Broncos had to swallow their pride when standout center Lloyd Cushenberry left in free agency following the 2023 season, lured away by the Tennessee Titans and a 4-year, $50 million contract. The financially-challenged Broncos, facing $85 million in …

The San Francisco 49ers have struggled to get their offense going recently, and that includes wide receiver Deebo Samuel. Samuel has flashed moments of his old self, but the majority of the season has been lackluster. After a one-catch performance …

The stage is set for a dramatic finish to the section high school football playoffs. Four championship games involving teams from the Bay Area News Group’s coverage area will be played Friday, five Saturday. The winners will advance to NorCal …

By ZEKE MILLER, White House Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — The top lawyer on Donald Trump’s transition team investigated a longtime adviser to the president-elect over allegations he used his proximity to Trump to score payments from those seeking roles or …

By Catherine E. Shoichet | CNN It’s rare to hear Elon Musk discuss the details of his own immigration journey. But the billionaire tech tycoon opened up about some of it over the weekend in a series of posts on the …

A woman whose car flipped into a Northern California irrigation ditch on Monday was rescued by a stranger — who, the CHP said, was also first on the scene at a fatal crash last month. Related Articles Crashes and Disasters …

Two workers were rescued from a trench at a Centennial construction site Tuesday morning, according to South Metro Fire Rescue. South Metro Fire Rescue crews responded to reports of people trapped in the trench along Cherry Creek Trail, near Parker …

By Rebekah Peppler, The New York Times The distance from no Thanksgiving cocktail to Thanksgiving cocktail should be short: bottle to glass to hand. But unless you’re aiming to pour rounds of liquor directly on the rocks and call it …

Life has a magical way of surrounding us with companionship, and for many of us, that magic comes wrapped in fur, feathers or scales. Whether it’s the slobbery kiss of a dog, the quiet purr of a cat or the …

A steaming bowl of nourishing soup is the perfect antidote to a hectic holiday season punctuated by social evenings and heavy meals. At this time of year, it’s also a welcome and efficient way to use any leftover turkey that …

By Eliyahu Kamisher, Keith Laing and David R. Baker | Bloomberg Tesla Inc.’s electric vehicles would be shut out from consumer rebates under a proposal by California Governor Gavin Newsom, pitting the prospective Democratic presidential hopeful against Republican power player …

Bay Area News Group Top 25 (Mercury News & East Bay Times) No. 1 DE LA SALLE (12-0) Previous ranking: 1 Last week: Beat Pittsburg 10-7 in NCS Open final Up next: TBA No. 2 PITTSBURG (10-2) Previous ranking: 2 …

In one regard, the Pac-12 hasn’t splintered: All 12 schools remain tied to the bowls that have been affiliated with the conference in recent years. Exceptions are made for teams that qualify for the College Football Playoff as conference winners …

By GISELA SALOMON, Associated Press MIAMI (AP) — Cuba is at one of its lowest points since the 1959 revolution, with nationwide scarcity fueling massive emigration, occasional protests and government crackdowns. Gangs control the streets of Haiti’s capital, firing on …

It’s sad news for many that the traditional horse-drawn holiday carriage ride operator has retired. Picking up the reins is an Emerald Green Trolley, and you can catch a ride Dec. 6 and 13-15 from 1-5 p.m. Word is that …

Nov. 24 MUNI CODE VIOLATION: 3:48 p.m. at Heintz Open Space on Regent Drive. A caller reported that someone was “going back and forth” on a white dirt bike. GRAND THEFT: 4:50 p.m. at Safeway on Pollard Road. A man …

The end appears to be in sight for a seemingly endless flow of rain that again was expected to stream down steadily on the Bay Area for at least part of Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service. Next up …

The more points the Nuggets give up, the redder Michael Malone tends to get. So it’s no wonder he was running an emotional fever after the highest-scoring regulation game by any Nuggets opponent in his 10-year coaching tenure. “(Screw) that. …

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Former NHL player and TNT hockey analyst Paul Bissonnette was assaulted by several men during an altercation at a Scottsdale steakhouse on Sunday night. Bissonnette posted a video on X on Monday describing the incident, saying he …

A motorist crashed into a building early Tuesday after someone in another car shot him in the head in the Gage Park neighborhood on the Southwest Side. Around 5:20 a.m., the driver, a 57-year-old man, was driving near the 3100 …

U.S. women’s national team goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, known for her unflappable demeanor in the face of pressure, is retiring from international soccer. Naeher was on the team’s roster for a pair of upcoming matches in Europe but those games will …

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs, was arrested Monday morning by California Highway Patrol for suspicion of driving under the influence, per a news release obtained by NFL Media. The arrest was initially …

There were certainly higher hopes in 2024 for the Yankees‘ bullpen, which was not bad on the whole but was a unit that never really fell into place with defined roles. As such, it’s fair to expect the Bombers to …

The biggest weakness for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024 — a year when weaknesses have been few and far between — has consistently been the lack of a third option at wide receiver. Bleacher Report’s Matt Holder thinks the answer …

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers are yesterday’s news. They’re hardly a blip on the NFL radar screen, and justifiably so, after a 38-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers Sunday at Lambeau Field. While Fox analyst and NFL great Tom …

By Eliza Haverstock, NerdWallet The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open to all students as of Nov. 18 — and you should submit it as soon as possible if you think you might be in college …

Airports and roads are expected to be crowded this Thanksgiving season, as millions of people travel to and from the Bay Area. While regional flight hubs are preparing for an influx of Thanksgiving passengers, the number of people flying to …

Northern California wineries are hosting a variety of spirited tastings for the holidays and on into the new year. Here’s just a sampling of what’s on deck for the Bay Area. West Wines Scandinavian Christmas Celebration: 11 a.m. to 4 …

A resolution reaffirming Los Gatos’s commitment to supporting community members regardless of their identity failed to receive the support it needed to be put on a future Town Council agenda during the Nov. 19 Los Gatos Town Council meeting. Councilmember …

Snow is falling in Colorado’s mountains Tuesday morning, but the worst of the Thanksgiving week storm is yet to come, according to the National Weather Service. NWS forecasters said mountain snowfall had been light overnight but is expected to intensify …

If the New York Yankees lose Juan Soto, their attention has to turn to finding his replacement. Unfortunately, the reality of the situation is that it isn’t possible. Unless the Yankees found a way to trade for a handful of …

The New York Yankees have been linked to first baseman Christian Walker over the past few months. Walker, 33 years old, doesn’t have age on his side. However, the right-handed slugger has put up impressive numbers throughout his career and …

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a World Series win, but if there’s one team in Major League Baseball that’s proven time and time again they aren’t satisfied, it’s the Dodgers. That’s why they’ve been linked to some of …

The Boston Red Sox look to be one of the final teams in the mix for superstar Juan Soto. While the Red Sox had a disappointing showing in 2024, there’s reason for optimism moving forward. The ball club has money …

By MATT BROWN | Associated Press WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration is set to be less diverse than President Joe Biden’s administration, but several people of color and women appear likely to serve in top roles. While Trump …

A Rosemead couple suspected of killing their 1-year-old daughter are both in custody, sheriff’s officials announced Monday, Nov. 25. The baby died Nov. 15 at a hospital, a week after she was rushed there. On Nov. 9, deputies went on …

The pilot of a four-seat airplane hit a tree while attempting to make an emergency landing shortly after taking off from Fullerton Municipal Airport on Monday afternoon, Nov. 25. First responders went to the area of Gilbert Street and Artesia …