“The Explorers,” by Amanda Blows (William Morrow) “The Explorers,” by Amanda Blows (William Morrow) The subtitle of “The Explorers” is “A New History of America in Ten Expeditions.” It’s an odd description, because several of the 10 aren’t really explorers, …
A new National Park mystery and more books of regional interest Read MoreLong-time Vail residents fondly say, “Winter is great, but summer is why we live here,” despite the global popularity of its ski slopes. While the winter experience at the sprawling slopes of the Bavarian-style resort is spectacular, Vail’s summer adventures …
Why summer is secretly Vail’s best season Read MoreOutside groups spent roughly $5 million to influence several Democratic legislative primaries last month, an eye-popping sum revealed in final disclosures this week that was part of a broader struggle for influence over the state’s dominant political party. Beyond the …
Outside groups spent roughly $5 million to influence Colorado Democratic primaries in legislature, reports show Read MoreAs negotiations continue over the future of the critical Colorado River system, the 30 tribal nations that depend on its water are demanding a seat at the negotiating table — from which they’ve been excluded for a century. Together, the …
Tribes have rights to a quarter of Colorado River’s water but have been excluded from decision-making. Will that change? Read MoreTwo people were killed and another was seriously wounded in two separate shootings that shut down all inbound lanes of the Stevenson Expressway Wednesday morning. About 2:10 a.m., state troopers responded to calls of a single-vehicle crash and person shot …
2 killed, 1 wounded in separate shootings causing extensive delays on inbound Stevenson: ISP Read MoreIsrael’s Supreme Court has ruled that ultra-Orthodox Jews can be conscripted into military service, sparking outcry among the powerful religious minority. The religious Haredim community has been largely (and controversially) exempt from the draft since the creation of the state …
Haredim: Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews now facing conscription Read MoreWhile a massive wildlife bridge is being built across the busy 101 Freeway at a cost of $92 million, some scientists say there is a better — and cheaper — way to stop animal roadway carnage. Related Articles Environment | …
Not just crossings, but also fencing, helps save California wildlife from being roadkill Read MoreAfter an 11th-hour intervention by Gov. Gavin Newsom, California restaurants will be allowed to continue adding surcharges onto patrons’ bills to help cover the skyrocketing cost of doing business in the Golden State. In its original form, Senate Bill 478, authored …
Gov. Newsom signs law allowing California restaurants to keep surcharges Read MoreSANTA CRUZ — A Santa Cruz judge erred in not ensuring individual Spanish-language interpreters were provided for each of three co-defendants during their 2020 homicide preliminary hearing, a San Jose-based state appellate court panel ruled last week. Related Articles Crime …
Court: Santa Cruz to dismiss homicide charge against San Jose man for 2018 slaying Read MoreIf you squint and look at just the right angle, you can see a Warriors team that improved this offseason. Sure, Klay Thompson — amid a surprising amount of one-sided acrimony — walked out the door, and yes, the Warriors …
Kurtenbach: It’s Lauri Markkanen or bust for the Warriors Read MoreAn armed suspect believed to have kidnapped a woman and hold her hostage at a Vallejo residence was arrested on Sunday. Cordell Milton Shaw, 26, was taken into custody June 30 and charged with suspicion of kidnapping, false imprisonment, domestic …
Kidnapping suspect arrested after holding victim hostage at Bay Area home Read MoreFrom left, Lakers second-round draft pick Bronny James, new Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka and first-round pick Dalton Knecht arrive for the introductory press conference for James and Knecht on Tuesday at UCLA Health Training …
Lakers introduce draft picks, say Bronny James ‘earned’ his spot Read MoreSAN JOSE — A busy nonprofit food bank will again pursue the construction of a modern headquarters and warehouse in San Jose after prevailing in a lawsuit that had sought to derail the project. Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is …
Second Harvest food bank preps San Jose HQ plan after lawsuit win Read MoreIt’ll be California against the world in water polo at the Paris Olympics this summer. The U.S. men’s and women’s Olympic water polo teams will soon travel to France with 13-player rosters that are almost entirely made up of Californians. …
Bay Area’s Olympians explain why the region is a water polo hotbed Read More5 things to do in the garden this week: 1. Most commercially grown roses rebloom every six to eight weeks if they are deadheaded in a timely manner. To deadhead means to remove faded blooms. On a stem where you …
Caring for your roses, tomato plants and more in the garden this week Read MoreThe New York Rangers kicked off their offseason activities with the start of their development camp but one of the prospects attending–arguably the best within the organization–won’t be donning the NHL jersey for at least one more year. According to …
Rangers’ Top Prospect Leaves Fans Guessing With Pro Decision Read MoreBravo fans think something major was missing from Andy Cohen’s “Watch What Happens Live” 15th anniversary special. The highly promoted special in honor of Cohen’s late-night milestone aired on June 30, 2024, and it featured a cast of Bravolebs — …
Bravo Fans Think Something Was Missing from Andy Cohen’s WWHL Anniversary Special Read MoreThe former home of Yolanda Hadid has hit the market. “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” alum’s iconic Malibu estate, once featured on the Bravo reality show, is listed for $34.995 million, according to the Robb Report in July 2024. The …
Iconic ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Mansion Hits the Market For $35 Million Read MoreDebates have been made on social media about what is the missing piece on this New York Jets roster heading into 2024. A popular take has been that the green and white need one more wide receiver. Jets analyst Rivka …
Jets Warned to Avoid Rival’s $25.5 Million Potential Cap Casualty: Analyst Read MoreThe Montreal Canadiens and forward Juraj Slafkovský have finalized an eight-year, $60.8 million contract, as general manager Kent Hughes announced on Monday, July 1. In an interview with Slovakian media outlet Markiza TV shared by X user @HabsOnReddit on July …
Canadiens $60 Million Man Happy Family ‘Won’t Have to Work Anymore’ Read MoreIn a blockbuster decision, the Supreme Court has held for the first time that social media platforms, just like newspapers, have First Amendment rights that bar the government from forcing them to leave up or take down content. The decision, …
Feldman: Supreme Court social media ruling is a free-speech landmark Read MoreThis weekend marks the second iteration of NASCAR’s two Chicago street races — the Xfinity Series The Loop 110 on Saturday and the marquee Cup Series Grant Park 165 on Sunday. I was on the ground reporting for the Sun-Times …
NASCAR Chicago guide: What to know if you go Read MoreDEAR ABBY: My son “Ethan” is a visually impaired adult with disabilities. He’s articulate, down to earth and joyful to be around. He’s a homeowner in a nice area of town. A woman we met through the Nextdoor app bought …
Dear Abby: Post on Nextdoor slanders my disabled son as ‘dangerous’ Read MoreIllinois is among a handful of states that mostly or completely ban consumer fireworks. We know it’s hard to tell. Pretty much every neighborhood and community has a pyro lighting up the sky and busting our eardrums with illegal fireworks …
Remember, July 4th fireworks freak out our pets Read MoreA TikTok video featuring a Florida mother asking parents not to bring toys to the playground unless their children are willing to share recently went viral, drawing the ire of some mothers and fathers who don’t think their kids’ possessions …
Park District shouldn’t play with neighborhoods’ toy tradition Read MoreWe Chicagoans are used to fielding commentary about our intolerable weather from out-of-towners and nonbelieving expats. “Those winters are unbearable!” they gasp. Internally, we smirk at their misplaced hubris, knowing full well that no city summers better than Chicago. With …
Chicago’s 20 best summer foods, from ice cream to vegan treats to street food Read MoreIt has been a bruising end to the election campaign for Reform UK, said Stephen Bush in the FT. Nigel Farage has attracted flak for asserting in an interview that the West “provoked” Russia into invading Ukraine. And his party …
Is Nigel Farage heading to the Commons? Read MoreSad and shocking news this week out of the reality television universe: KeKe Jabbar, an integral cast member on the OWN series Love & Marriage: Huntsville, has reportedly passed away. She was 42 years old. KeKe Jabbar addresses the camera …
KeKe Jabbar, Love & Marriage: Huntsville Star, Dead at 42 Read MoreOne of the most sought-after free agents entering July was bought out by the Buffalo Sabres ahead of July 1 and chose to sign with the Edmonton Oilers once free agency opened. Jeff Skinner was waived by the Sabres and …
Prolific Winger Snubs Maple Leafs to Sign With Oilers: Report Read MoreThe Edmonton Oilers have re-signed veteran forward Corey Perry to a one-year deal worth up to $1.4 million, the team announced on Monday, July 1. Perry’s contract includes a base salary of $1.15 million with an additional $250,000 in potential …
Oilers Agree Terms With Veteran Forward in ‘Puzzling’ Move Read MoreCELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Olivia Munn, 44; Andrea Barber, 48; Shawnee Smith, 55; Montel Williams, 68. Happy Birthday: Spice things up this year by taking a unique approach to improving lifestyle and romance. Stop thinking about your dreams, hopes …
Horoscopes July 3, 2024: Olivia Mun, live life your way Read MoreDear Eric: I’m 33 years old and my parents are in their 60s, close to retirement age. They are also full-time caregivers to my disabled younger brother. They have asked that I move back into their house to assist them, …
Asking Eric: Friends act like moving away is disappearing Read MoreIn 2000, fearsome Outlaws Motorcycle Club “enforcer” Randall “Madman” Miller was being sentenced to life in prison in a racketeering case that targeted numerous members of the biker gang and covered an array of horrific crimes. And U.S. District Judge …
Outlaws Motorcycle Club ‘enforcer’ Randall ‘Madman’ Miller admits grisly killings in bid to get out of prison Read MoreIf the polls are “even close to being right”, Keir Starmer will become PM on Friday, said Glen Owen in The Mail on Sunday – a “seismic moment” for which Whitehall has been preparing for more than a year. His …
What will be in Keir Starmer’s in-tray? Read MoreThursday’s “night of political drama” will begin when the exit poll is published at 10pm, said Tim Glanfield in The Sunday Times. This poll is only a sample of voters from 150 constituencies across the UK, but usually provides a …
Bellwether seats and ‘big beasts’ at risk: how election night will unfold Read MoreThe Toronto Maple Leafs reached an agreement with goaltender Matt Murray on Tuesday, July 2, re-signing the veteran to a new contract. The Leafs will bring back Murray on a one-year, $875,000 contract, as announced by the franchise on the …
Maple Leafs Sign $25 Million Goalie to Bargain $875k Contract Read MoreDuring one of the most meaningful episodes of Dave and Jenny Marrs‘ fifth season of “Fixer to Fabulous,” Dave’s Aunt Jill and Uncle Bob entrusted the HGTV stars with renovating their new Arkansas home as they left Minnesota to be …
Dave Marrs’ Aunt & Uncle Selling House Renovated for Them on HGTV Read MoreWith their divorce finalized on July 1, 2024, former spouses Victor Webster and Shantel VanSanten, who met while filming a Hallmark Channel movie, won’t be speaking out about their broken relationship. Court documents reviewed by Heavy revealed the actors signed …
Former Hallmark Couple Posts About Toxic Relationships As They Finalize Divorce Read MoreDEAR HARRIETTE: I’ve dedicated nearly a decade to the tech industry, diligently working for the same company. Recently, however, I’ve felt increasingly dissatisfied and unfulfilled in my role. Related Articles Advice | Harriette Cole: I like my tech career, and …
Harriette Cole: I want to quit my tech job. Am I going to regret it? Read MoreDear Eric: I am 54 and have to start looking for a job again due to outsourcing. Related Articles Advice | Asking Eric: This photo of my first wife got me thinking Advice | Asking Eric: Since he split from …
Asking Eric: People are saying that a full-time job will break me Read More