Moon alert Avoid shopping or major decisions from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Chicago time. After that, the moon moves from Pisces into Aries. Aries (March 21-April 19) A positive day You feel much better today! Enjoy conversations with others, especially …
Horoscope for Saturday, February 1, 2025 Read MoreMost of the coaches who ran the Bears this season aren’t getting hired at the same level by their new teams. Defensive coordinator Eric Washington is headed to the Jets as defensive line coach, CBS reported. Washington, 55, was hired …
Jets coach Aaron Glenn to hire ex-Bears DC Eric Washington as defensive line coach Read MoreDISCOVERY BAY — A boy who allegedly crashed into a security booth, killing one security guard and badly injuring another, later told police that he had exhausted himself at the gym that night, authorities said. The 17-year-old Discovery Bay resident …
Discovery Bay teen who crashed and killed security guard told police he fell asleep behind the wheel Read MorePeople who like everything the current president does long ago — out of necessity — invented a critical term for people like me who like almost nothing the current president does. It’s really the weakest riposte that they could have …
Larry Wilson: The ignominy of Trump’s many lies Read MoreHistorically, three individuals who lived in the greater Los Angeles area stand out for their contributions to fruit growing in this part of the world. The first is Eliza Tibbets who planted a Washington navel orange in Riverside in 1873. …
Why rhubarb is making a comeback as a Southern California crop Read MoreJust days on the job, Los Angeles City Councilmember Adrin Nazarian has already faced a trial by fire, literally. The newly elected representative in District 2 located in the east San Fernando Valley stepped into office shortly before wind-whipped wildfires …
New LA Councilmember Adrin Nazarian takes on wildfire, budget and public safety Read MoreIt happened again. I have obtained an audio recording of another secret meeting of the people who run California behind the scenes. The membership of the group, divulged nowhere else but here, is made up of 10 environmentalists, three teachers, …
Susan Shelley: Behind the scenes with those really running California Read MoreAfter another crushing playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott made it clear that his defense needed to improve in 2025. One NFL expert believes that could start in the trenches. The Bills struggled …
Bills Predicted to Add ‘Massive’ Talent to Defensive Line Read MoreThe New York Yankees likely need to add another infielder to play either second or third base and one analyst calls for them to trade for an All-Star. Minnesota Twins infielder Willi Castro has been mentioned as a possible trade …
Analyst Urges Yankees to Trade For All-Star ‘Versatile’ Infielder Read MoreThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a new offensive coordinator in Josh Grizzard, who got a promotion from pass game coordinator and is the Buccaneers’ third offensive coordinator in 3 seasons with quarterback Baker Mayfield. ESPN’s Jenna Laine pointed out an …
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield Post Shocking Stat After OC Hire Read MoreSAN JOSE – Just like San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier, veteran forward Mikael Granlund is keeping his options open – and his thoughts close to the vest. Related Articles San Jose Sharks | After dreadful effort, Warsofsky bag …
Can San Jose Sharks, Mikael Granlund have their cake (and eat it too?) Read MoreBy Rachel Somerstein for Next City Amaryllis Castillo gets to work at 7:45 a.m. for her job as a certified home health aide. The mother of two, who is 26 weeks pregnant, works a six-hour shift caring for elderly patients, …
Post-partum depression is costing us billions. Can cities help? Read MoreDespite continuing threats from the Trump administration and federal immigration enforcement officials, city leaders are committed to keeping San Jose’s status as a “welcoming city” while avoiding the politically charged “sanctuary” moniker. Ahead of a formal vote by the City …
San Jose officials commit to being a ‘welcoming city’ to support immigrant community Read MoreBy Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald MIAMI — A Dubai-based developer has unveiled the details of an ultra-luxury project on the Surfside property where a building collapse in 2021 left 98 people dead and shattered a community. Related Articles National News …
‘Mansions’ planned at Surfside collapse site. Do developers ‘hope people forget’ tragedy? Read MoreBy Robbie Sequeira, Stateline.org Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s City of Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling last June allowing localities to ban outdoor camping even if there is no homeless shelter space available, roughly 150 cities in 32 states have …
Many more cities ban sleeping outside despite a lack of shelter space Read MorePLEASANTON — This may be the end for Northern California horse racing. The California Authority of Racing Fairs this week announced that it would abandon plans to organize horse racing this year throughout several county fairs in the upper half of …
Northern California horse racing faces grim future Read MoreBy Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times As the Donald Trump administration rushes to cut spending and eliminate federal jobs, even the people who work at the national parks — among the country’s most beloved and least politicized institutions — find …
As Trump cuts federal jobs, even national parks are on the chopping block Read MoreDENVER — A remarkable sight will appear in the southwestern sky an hour after sunset Saturday evening when Venus appears very close to a thin crescent moon. This celestial phenomenon is called a conjunction, which means two or more heavenly …
Stunning conjunction of Venus, crescent moon will be visible Saturday Read MoreWill Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon are ready to play, and “You’re Cordially Invited” has its moments, which is enough, probably, for home viewers in a five-or-six-laughs-will-do frame of mind. The comedy, written and directed by Nicholas Stoller, premieres Jan. 30 …
‘You’re Cordially Invited’ review: Two weddings and a few laughs Read MoreThink Los Gatos has lost its charm as a nightlife destination? The people behind Second Story — the new, upscale bar on North Santa Cruz Avenue — have a martini cart that could change your mind. Second Story, which opened …
Second Story brings a new vibe to a beloved Los Gatos location Read MoreDuring his Senate confirmation hearing, President Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, Kash Patel, was asked by Senate Judiciary Committee ranking member Dick Durbin (D-IL) why he said the FBI planned the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol. Patel denied making …
Senate Judiciary Democrats Say Kash Patel Is “Weird” Citing Viral Chainsaw Meme Read MoreIt never gets easier letting go of animals she has bonded with, said Trisha DiBernardo. Over the years, the retired fire captain from San Mateo has fostered dozens of pets. Most recently she took in Sophie, a 2-year-old pit bull-shepherd …
LA fires: Pets displaced from shelters up for adoption in Bay Area Read MoreSAN JOSE – Just like San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier, veteran forward Mikael Granlund is keeping his options open – and his thoughts close to the vest. Related Articles San Jose Sharks | After dreadful effort, Warsofsky bag …
Can San Jose Sharks, Mikael Granlund have their cake (and eat it too?) Read MoreDespite continuing threats from the Trump administration and federal immigration enforcement officials, city leaders are committed to keeping San Jose’s status as a “welcoming city” while avoiding the politically charged “sanctuary” moniker. Ahead of a formal vote by the City …
San Jose officials commit to being a ‘welcoming city’ to support immigrant community Read MorePLEASANTON — This may be the end for Northern California horse racing. The California Authority of Racing Fairs this week announced that it would abandon plans to organize horse racing this year throughout several county fairs in the upper half of …
Northern California horse racing faces grim future Read MoreThink Los Gatos has lost its charm as a nightlife destination? The people behind Second Story — the new, upscale bar on North Santa Cruz Avenue — have a martini cart that could change your mind. Second Story, which opened …
Second Story brings a new vibe to a beloved Los Gatos location Read MoreBy Gayle Sato If your planned holiday budget now seems like a quaint—and unrealistic—memory, you’re not alone. With well-honored traditions of gift giving, festivities and holiday travel, the urge to splurge is understandable. In fact, in a recent Experian holiday …
10 tips to help you recover from holiday spending Read MoreBy Rachel Somerstein for Next City Amaryllis Castillo gets to work at 7:45 a.m. for her job as a certified home health aide. The mother of two, who is 26 weeks pregnant, works a six-hour shift caring for elderly patients, …
Post-partum depression is costing us billions. Can cities help? Read MoreBy Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald MIAMI — A Dubai-based developer has unveiled the details of an ultra-luxury project on the Surfside property where a building collapse in 2021 left 98 people dead and shattered a community. Related Articles National News …
‘Mansions’ planned at Surfside collapse site. Do developers ‘hope people forget’ tragedy? Read MoreBy Robbie Sequeira, Stateline.org Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s City of Grants Pass v. Johnson ruling last June allowing localities to ban outdoor camping even if there is no homeless shelter space available, roughly 150 cities in 32 states have …
Many more cities ban sleeping outside despite a lack of shelter space Read MoreDENVER — A remarkable sight will appear in the southwestern sky an hour after sunset Saturday evening when Venus appears very close to a thin crescent moon. This celestial phenomenon is called a conjunction, which means two or more heavenly …
Stunning conjunction of Venus, crescent moon will be visible Saturday Read MoreWill Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon are ready to play, and “You’re Cordially Invited” has its moments, which is enough, probably, for home viewers in a five-or-six-laughs-will-do frame of mind. The comedy, written and directed by Nicholas Stoller, premieres Jan. 30 …
‘You’re Cordially Invited’ review: Two weddings and a few laughs Read More“It’s a dark news day,” a family member told me on Wednesday. What could she have been referring to? I thought maybe she was referring to the confirmation hearing for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., to lead the Department of Health …
Matt Fleming: Let’s try to be a bit objective about Trump Read MoreGiannis Antetokounmpo and Chris Paul got into a war of words during the Milwaukee Bucks 118-144 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Friday, Jan. 31. Tempers flared after Paul pushed Giannis as he left his feet for a layup …
Bucks’ Giannis Sends Chilling Warning to Chris Paul: ‘Gotta be Consequences’ Read MoreAs the next few months play out, the biggest questions for the New York Giants will be, who is taking over at quarterback? And on a similar note, how aggressively should Big Blue pursue a QB in the 2025 NFL …
Giants Trade Proposal Lands No. 1 Overall Pick for ‘Reasonable’ Return Read MoreThe Minnesota Vikings have shown their patience with J.J. McCarthy and may be on the look for a replacement or Sam Darnold this season. While Daniel Jones is considered a candidate to fill that bridge quarterback role, another potential name …
Vikings Proposal Lands Super Bowl QB to Replace Sam Darnold Read MoreCONCORD The Concord-based nonprofit group White Pony Express (WPE) has launched a campaign to collect and distribute gift cards to the survivors of the Los Angeles County fires. Related Articles Local News | In brief: U.S. Rep. DeSaulnier introduces Mental …
In brief: Concord group collecting gift cards for L.A.-area fire survivors Read MoreFor the past two decades three California governors have committed the state to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions to battle climate change. The official goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045 via legislation, regulation, education, disruption and appropriation, so …
Walters: California’s carbon crusade faces resistance due to its real world impact Read MoreDoes Donald Trump truly believe the nonsense he spouts about California water — the mythical “valve” connecting the state to Canada, or the imagined “half-pipe” that stands ready to soak the Los Angeles area? Does he honestly believe that “forest …
Greene: Does Trump actually believe his own nonsense about L.A. fire? Read MoreEditor’s note: The opinions of the smart, well-read women in my Denver book club mean a lot, and often determine what the rest of us choose to pile onto our bedside tables. So we asked them, and all Denver Post …
The Book Club: “Endurance,” Mary Oliver poetry and more short reviews from readers Read More