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It’s no secret Terry McLaurin will remain the go-to wide receiver for the Washington Commanders, but there’s still room to trade for an All-Pro complement, in the form of Brandon Aiyuk. The Commanders have been urged to swing a deal …

In the middle of his summer concert tour with New Kids on the Block, Jonathan Knight has asked the group’s fans, affectionally nicknamed “Blockheads” since NKOTB erupted on the music scene in the 90s, for a favor. On July 4, …

OAKLAND  – The booms, cracks and thuds echoing around the Oakland Coliseum weren’t Independence Day fireworks going off in the East Bay.  It was the sound of JP Sears’ diverse arsenal of pitches missing Angels’ bats and burying themselves into …

SAN JOSE — It remains unclear whether Macklin Celebrini will turn pro, join the NHL, and play with the San Jose Sharks this season. But Celebrini’s impact on the Sharks franchise has already been unmistakable, as evidenced by the 3,000 …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. VTA chief’s behaviorrequires her firing Re: “VTA needs new leader after its BART debacles” (Page A8, June 9). The editorial has clearly demonstrated that GM …

As around 1,062 firefighters continuing to battle the Thompson Fire near Oroville, in Butte County, on Thursday, there were reports that some of the 28,000 residents forced to evacuate might be returning home. The fire, the cause of which is …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Antisemitism lessonsmust be enforced Individuals freely violate campus regulations because they are not held accountable. Violating campus regulations has often descended into violent intimidation, which …

By MAURICIO SAVARESE and GABRIELA SÁ PESSOA SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s Federal Police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association in connection with undeclared diamonds the far-right leader received from Saudi Arabia during his …

If you were bummed out that you would not be able to take a dip at Aurora Reservoir on Independence Day after the city announced it had closed the body of water due to elevated levels of bacteria, then we …

No. 1 on Peter Lambert’s wish list: He wants to keep pitching in the majors. No. 1A on Lambert’s wish list: He wants to be a starter in the majors. For now, the Rockies right-hander will remain in the bullpen, …

For many residents, the return of the Highland Park Independence Day parade on Thursday brought complicated feelings of mourning, reflection and a willingness to move forward after a mass shooting two years ago brought tragedy to the North Shore community. …

Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon won’t measure his start against the Phillies in a 10-2 win Thursday by how deep he pitched into the game – seven innings – or the number of runs he allowed – two. He won’t even …

“Real Housewives of Orange County” star Alexis Bellino teased that fans can expect her and her boyfriend, John Janssen, to be engaged soon. During an appearance on the June 17 episode of her castmate Tamra Judge’s podcast, “Two Ts In …

The Minnesota Vikings have done a lot to remake their roster on both sides of the ball this offseason, taking advantage of the draft, trades, and free agency. One lingering question mark is a pass rush that offers a lot …

A former champion from “Dancing with the Stars” got fans buzzing over a recent social media post. Some people thought season 29 DWTS champ Kaitlyn Bristowe had some suspicious timing with her post in relation to someone else’s. After fans …

The Toronto Maple Leafs medical staff gave the green light to sign defenseman Jani Hakanpaa despite the knee issues, according to analyst and former NHL player Nick Kypreos. On July 1, it was reported that the Maple Leafs signed Hakanpaa …

OAKLAND – There have been reverse-boycotts, chants to sell the team and parking lot protests. You can add puppets to the list of ways Oakland A’s fans have expressed displeasure with team ownership. While Joey Estes was in the process …

Two children and two adults were killed when an off-road vehicle crashed into a pickup in Morgan County Wednesday afternoon, according to the State Patrol. A 22-year-old man, 22-year-old woman, 2-year-old boy and 1-year-old baby were killed in the crash …

The Phillies pulled starter Cristopher Sánchez before he faced switch-hitting Ian Happ in the fifth inning of a game the Cubs would go on to win 10-2. In his previous at-bat, Happ had hit a three-run home run off Sánchez, …

It’s not the Fourth of July without a hot dog-eating contest. Joey Chestnut, the Bay Area native, has taken his talents to Texas this year. The event begins at 2 p.m. PDT. “Chestnut, a former San Jose and Vallejo resident …

Jackie Speier — the former U.S. Congresswoman who represented California’s 14th district from 2008 to 2013 — has breast cancer. The San Francisco native, who in March was elected to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, made the news …

When most expectant parents would be nesting, my daughter and her husband were mid-remodel. Sawdust swirled and workers buzzed while every dish, glass, pot, pan and appliance sat in the adjacent family room as if someone had tossed in a …

By Martín Silva and John Myers Jr. | Associated Press TULUM, Mexico — Hurricane Beryl ripped off roofs in Jamaica, jumbled fishing boats in Barbados and damaged or destroyed 95% of homes on a pair of islands in St. Vincent …

CLEVELAND — Another series, another series lost. Make it nine in a row on the road and 1-12-1 overall in the last 14 series for the White Sox following a 8-4 defeat to the Cleveland Guardians Thursday before a holiday …

The Seattle Seahawks could make sense as a landing spot for one of their former players. As suggested by Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox, former Seahawks safety Jamal Adams could be a “bargain-bin” free agent that can help the team in …

After a flurry of trades, the New York Knicks walked out of the first-round of the 2024 NBA Draft with one rookie, selecting Pacôme Dadiet with the 25th overall pick. And now he’s signed his rookie contract, but it’s not …

It’s not often you have a second chance to make a first impression. But that’s how NBC is approaching its broadcasts of the NASCAR Chicago Street Races this weekend. The event’s debut last year was marred by torrential rain that …

The Los Angeles Lakers appear to have struck out in free agency, but the trade market is open for the next several months. Los Angeles has D’Angelo Russell and his $18.7 million salary and a couple of first-round picks in …

The Los Angeles Lakers have been unable to add any star power via NBA free agency, but the team’s summer league roster has plenty of promise. Ahead of the California Classic and the Las Vegas NBA 2K25 Summer League, the …

After parting ways with Klay Thompson in free agency, the Golden State Warriors are wheeling and dealing. They’ve finalized a sign-and-trade to acquire Buddy Hield from the Philadelphia 76ers. Shams Charania of The Athletic was first with reports of the …

The NHL altered its landscape with the start of free agency on July 1, but the current league’s picture could have been very close to being very different regarding the rosters of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Nashville Predators. …

The Chicago Bulls have tried to trade Zach LaVine but have found a barren trade market. LaVine’s agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, issued a statement disputing any misconceptions around LaVine’s attitude during what has been a two-year process to …

According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, the Warriors and 76ers agreed to a sign-and-trade that will send Buddy Hield to Golden State. Per Charania, the Warriors are exchanging a 2031 second-round pick from Dallas for Hield, one of the best …

MARTINEZ — It’s undisputed that three members of the Antioch City Council privately convened at least twice without alerting or inviting the public. What remains unclear is whether any official government business was discussed during these secret meetings in 2021 …

By MELINA WALLING Around 134 million people in the U.S. are under alerts as an “extremely dangerous and record-breaking” heat wave broils much of the country, according to the National Weather Service. Regions that may see temperatures above 90 degrees …

A 30-year-old man was found dead in the lagoon in Marquette Park Thursday morning, Chicago police said. He was spotted in the water unresponsive about 9:40 a.m. near the 3300 block of West Redfield Drive, according to police. C PD …

CLEVELAND – Thursday was the Fourth of July, and we all know the significance of that date in America: Twenty-six days till the trade deadline. The White Sox know it as well, if not better, than most, hearing their names …

The New York Knicks finalized the blockbuster Mikal Bridges trade with the Brooklyn Nets on the 4th of July, creating flexibility to sign a replacement for Isaiah Hartenstein. The Athletic’s Shams Charania first reported the news of the Knicks signing …

By Brian Melley and Jill Lawless | Associated Press LONDON — British voters were picking a new government Thursday in a parliamentary election widely expected to bring the Labour Party to power against a gloomy backdrop of economic malaise, mounting …

A driver who Denver police say hit and killed a pedestrian Wednesday night has been arrested. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Denver police sergeant belittled officer over mental health and lied about it, investigation finds Crime and Public …