World

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — As Hayden Birdsong threw one of his first bullpens of camp, a voice from behind peppered him with constructive criticism. That’s a good miss.  Not quite that far. You’re like a ball off. That’s beautiful, man.  The words …

Jesse Madden is following his late grandfather John’s Hall of Fame footsteps into the NFL coaching ranks. The Washington Commanders revealed Tuesday that Madden will serve as an offensive quality control coach under Dan Quinn, who got his NFL start …

CONCORD — A man was fatally shot by police Tuesday morning after they confronted him actively stabbing a family member inside a residence, authorities said. The name and age of the man killed has not yet been released. Police have …

By Amanda Seitz, Andrew DeMillo and Kevin Freking | Associated Press WASHINGTON — Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, threatening health care coverage for some of the 80 million U.S. adults and children enrolled in the …

When Blake Lively was promoting “It Ends With Us,” she faced a torrent of online criticism for appearing to minimize the film’s focus on a woman surviving domestic violence, in favor of hyping the movie up as if it were …

The egg shortage and resulting high prices have home bakers looking for eggless options. Related Articles Restaurants, Food and Drink | Eggs soar 15% in a month with grocery shelves empty across US Restaurants, Food and Drink | Surging egg …

SAN JOSE — A big office building in San Jose has been bought at a price that’s far less than its prior value in a deal that underscores the frail state of the Bay Area office market. Related Articles Real …

By Collin Binkley | Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is giving America’s schools and universities two weeks to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal money, raising the stakes in the president’s fight against “wokeness” and sowing confusion …

Executives from the Big Ten and SEC will gather Wednesday in New Orleans to continue the process of reshaping college football in a manner that serves their purposes. Whether the shared vision suits the best interest of the sport writ …

Liquidation sales began Saturday, Feb. 15, at the hundreds of Joann fabric and craft stores that are scheduled to close. Related Articles Retail | Problem Solved: Hey Target, can I get a refund for this Boost Mobile card that doesn’t …

The Bay Area job market, a long-time engine for California’s economy, has sputtered badly in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, reflecting a profound shift in the fortunes of Silicon Valley. The slowdown is so pronounced that the region has …

SAN JOSE — A European real estate titan now plans to keep a big chunk of its portfolio of shopping centers in the United States — possibly including two it owns in the South Bay — due to their top-notch …

In some ways, video games have an advantage over blockbuster films. While the latest big budget Hollywood release provides emotional roller coasters that conclude once the credits crawl, a video game offers comparable production levels with the added bonus that …

In the early 1980s, when radicchio was just appearing in restaurants like Chez Panisse and Fourth Street Grill in Berkeley, I had a vegetable seed company. Le Marche Seeds International sold European and Asian seed varieties, supplying some of the …

On Saturday Rep. Mike Thompson blasted unelected billionaire Elon Musk for ordering the Department of Agriculture to waste a decade of research by abruptly firing two smoke exposure researchers at UC Davis, leaving the largest wine producing region without anyone to …

By Mary Schlangenstein | Bloomberg Southwest Airlines Co. will cut about 1,750 jobs in its leadership ranks, a dramatic step to reduce expenses that mark the first layoffs in the carrier’s history. Related Articles Business | Joann plans to close …

A 17-year-old inventor from Newport Beach saw years of hard work come to fruition after he deployed his AI-driven early wildfire detection system near Irvine for the first time on Feb. 10. Ryan Honary, a high school student and founder …

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco officially announced Monday, Feb. 17, that he’ll run for governor in 2026, hoping a campaign centered on fighting crime and targeting Sacramento’s Democratic leadership can overcome questions about his background and recent challenges for Republicans …

MARTINEZ — It was a late night meeting, ostensibly to sort out an escalating problem over burglary allegations and the victims taking to social media to find the perps. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Missing East Bay woman …

By JONEL ALECCIA | Associated Press At least two cats in Oregon were euthanized this month after eating raw pet food contaminated with bird flu, prompting agriculture officials to issue a public health alert Friday about the products. Officials in …

WATSONVILLE — A Watsonville man was arrested last week on allegations that he sexually abused a minor at a local day care, the Watsonville Police Department announced in a social media post. Ramon Castillo-Ruiz, 28, was arrested Thursday on a …

Two ski patrollers were caught in an avalanche Friday at the Mammoth Mountain ski area, leaving one injured in “extremely critical” condition, officials said. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Multiple mudslides, roof collapse among mayhem from heavy winter …

A Carmel Valley man died near Garland Ranch Regional Park while reportedly searching for his lost dog during the atmospheric river over the weekend. Steven Sherwood, 77, was found in the Carmel River by the Monterey County Sheriff’s Search and …

A Richmond man was convicted Friday for a San Rafael street shooting that partially paralyzed the victim. A jury found Jose Alejandro Delacruz, 26, guilty of attempted murder and assault with a firearm after a three-week trial. Marin County Superior …

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Bryce Eldridge hasn’t forgotten the first time he took batting practice at Oracle Park. Mainly because he’s still a bit perturbed. Eldridge, as custom, took some hacks at his future ballpark after officially signing with the Giants, …

Less than a year after Concord adopted a hard-won residential tenant protection program that outpaced similar state and local housing laws, some of its most strict regulations have reignited debate. Pablo Benavente, the city’s newest councilmember, is now caught in …

CONCORD — Krista Miller can open an app to double check if her husband turned down their “smart” thermostat before leaving home, but the 23-year teacher hasn’t been able to decode the daily temperature inside her Pine Hollow Middle School …

President Donald Trump has threatened to deport millions of immigrants living in the United States without legal permission. But nearly a month since he took office, there seems to have been only limited, targeted enforcement activity in the Bay Area. …

SAN JOSE — At some point late last season, David Quinn figured that his job with the San Jose Sharks was as much about trying to lift the spirits of his players as it was about X’s and O’s and …

Today is Tuesday, Feb. 18, the 49th day of 2025. There are 316 days left in the year. Today in history: On Feb. 18, 2001, auto racing star Dale Earnhardt Sr. died in a crash in the final lap of …

DEAR HARRIETTE: I was dating a guy for a few months, and it was really sweet. He understood me so much that I really started to believe that there was something special between us — that is, until he ghosted …

Dear Eric: My sister is going through a divorce after 40 years of marriage. Related Articles Advice | Asking Eric: I get these wild midnight calls from my mother Advice | Asking Eric: How do I let strangers know that …

DEAR ABBY: I am a senior woman and have been in a relationship for five months with a widower. His wife died three years ago. Related Articles Advice | Dear Abby: His marriage is collapsing, and he’s so mean to …

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am blind and have been since birth. Unlike some people I know, I don’t get offended if people ask me questions or say something about it. I’m comfortable with the way I am, and even make …

SAN JOSE — In an online fundraiser, the family of a 15-year-old recent homicide victim says the boy was killed while out on a Valentine’s Day date. The victim, identified in the GoFundMe page as David S. Gutierrez, was beaten …

SAN LEANDRO — Police here are asking the public to be on the lookout for a 76-year-old woman believed to be wandering the streets. Dorothy Pan was last seen “unexpectedly” leaving her home on the 400 block of Davis Street …

By JIMMY GOLEN BOSTON (AP) — Nathan MacKinnon scored twice. Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist. Sidney Crosby flipped in an empty-netter from center ice after Finland cut a four-goal deficit to one in the final minutes. Canada’s …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. USAID cuts a good start to reduce spending Re: “Closing USAID was first a Clinton-era idea” (Page A7, Feb. 13). Today, I read the letters …

Anger at the Trump administration bubbled over across the Bay Area as hundreds gathered for “Not My President’s Day” to protest alleged anti-democratic actions by the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. The Monday protests — with …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Homeless camp ban is cruel, misguided Re: “Homeless camp ban is among state’s toughest” (Page B1, Feb. 13). The Fremont City Council’s recent policies and …