Machado and Merrill both drive in 3 runs as Padres top Cardinals 7-4
Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — Manny Machado homered and drove in three runs, rookie Jackson Merrill also had three RBIs and the San Diego…
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US Open: 16-year-old Californian Iva Jovic beats Magda Linette in the first round
AP Tennis Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Iva Jovic, a 16-year-old from California, became the youngest American to win a women’s main-draw match at…
Continue ReadingLA to pay more than $38M for failing to make affordable housing accessible
Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — The city of Los Angeles will pay $38.2 million to settle a 2017 lawsuit after “falsely” stating on federal…
Continue ReadingRapper Sean Kingston and his mother arraigned on fraud and theft charges
MIAMI (AP) — Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother pleaded not guilty Monday to charges of defrauding multiple businesses of more than $1 million.…
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UN chief calls rising seas a ‘worldwide catastrophe’ that especially imperils Pacific paradises
AP Science Writer NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga (AP) — United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is putting out yet another climate SOS to the…
Continue ReadingNewsom’s hands-on approach to crime in California cities gains critics in Oakland
CalMatters Gov. Gavin Newsom’s letter to Oakland city leaders last month urging them to change the city’s policy on police vehicle chases seemed…
Continue ReadingRams linebacker Ernest Jones doesn’t practice after being given permission to seek trade
Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Rams linebacker Ernest Jones did not practice Monday after being given permission to seek a trade.…
Continue ReadingAshton Lambie is pursuing the America’s Cup while his wife Chris Birch aims for outer space
AP Sports Writer SAN DIEGO (AP) — Pushing boundaries and going fast was always in the sporting DNAs of cyclists Ashton Lambie and Chris Birch,…
Continue ReadingUnusually cold storm that frosted West Coast peaks provided a hint of winter in August
Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ski season is still at least several months away, but the unusually cold storm that frosted West Coast mountain…
Continue ReadingDiddy seeks to have producer’s lawsuit tossed, says it’s full of ‘blatant falsehoods’
AP Entertainment Writer Sean “Diddy” Combs asked a federal judge Monday to throw out a lawsuit from a music producer who accused the music mogul…
Continue ReadingTulsi Gabbard, who ran for 2020 Democratic nomination, endorses Trump against former foe Harris
Associated Press Former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard has endorsed Donald Trump’s presidential bid, furthering her shift away from the party…
Continue Reading‘Seismic’ or ‘absolutely horrible’? Helmet communication in major college football is here
AP Sports Writer Louisville coach Jeff Brohm looks forward to being that voice in his player’s ear – much like he enjoyed hearing one as an…
Continue ReadingIt was another incredible week for history-making sluggers Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani
AP Baseball Writer Even by their lofty standards, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani had quite a week. Judge homered seven times in six games for the New…
Continue ReadingKroger and Albertsons defend merger plan in federal court against US regulators’ objections
Associated Press Writers PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Supermarket chain Albertsons told a federal judge Monday that it might have to lay off workers,…
Continue ReadingHow women of color with Christian and progressive values are keeping the faith — outside churches
Associated Press Brandi Brown has yet to find a Black church near her Southern California home that feels right for her. So when she wants to talk…
Continue ReadingUS national parks are receiving record-high gift of $100M
Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The official nonprofit organization of the National Park Service is set to receive the largest grant in its…
Continue ReadingGirl, 11, dies after vehicle crashes into tree in California. 5 other young teens were injured
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A vehicle carrying an 11-year-old girl and five young teenagers crashed into a tree in Northern California on Sunday, killing…
Continue ReadingThe greatness of 8: Kiké Hernández has big game on day when Lakers honor Kobe Bryant’s legacy
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — It was fitting that Kiké Hernández would have a great game on an afternoon when former Lakers great Kobe…
Continue ReadingRookie Jackson Merrill hits walk-off homer off Díaz to give Padres a dramatic 3-2 win over Mets
AP Sports Writer SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rookie Jackson Merrill homered off Edwin Díaz with one out in the ninth to lift the San Diego Padres to a…
Continue ReadingWoo pitches seven strong innings, Mariners score twice in sixth and beat the Giants 4-3
Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Bryan Woo pitched seven strong innings, and the Seattle Mariners capitalized on two hit batters in the sixth to…
Continue ReadingThe 49ers are hopeful that injuries to Floyd and Gross-Matos won’t linger into the season
AP Pro Football Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers hope defensive ends Leonard Floyd and Yetur Gross-Matos will be healthy…
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10-foot python found during San Francisco Bay Area sideshow bust
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A 10-foot-long python was discovered in a vehicle during a bust of an illegal sideshow in the San Francisco Bay Area that…
Continue ReadingMookie Betts’ 2-run homer in the 8th inning propels Dodgers to 3-1 victory over Rays
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mookie Betts hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1…
Continue ReadingOgunbowale and Howard rally Dallas from 19 down to a 113-110 victory over the Sparks
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Arike Ogunbowale had 33 points, Natasha Howard scored 30 and the Dallas Wings stormed back from a 19-point fourth-quarter…
Continue ReadingStrong start from Joey Estes, 4-run 4th inning push Athletics past Brewers 4-3 to avoid sweep
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Joey Estes allowed two runs in 5 2/3 innings, and the Oakland Athletics scored four times in the fourth in…
Continue ReadingThe Mets place pitcher Paul Blackburn on the 15-day injured list and recall Huascar Brazobán
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The New York Mets placed right-hander Paul Blackburn on the 15-day injured list on Sunday, two days after he was hit on his…
Continue ReadingBarger and Kirk homer, Gausman fans 10 as Blue Jays win 8-2 to complete season sweep of Angels
Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Addison Barger and Alejandro Kirk hit two-run home runs, Kevin Gausman matched a season high by striking out 10 and…
Continue ReadingBlue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt supports teammate Bowden Francis with handmade sign
TORONTO (AP) — After Taylor Ward offered a critical take on Toronto right-hander Bowden Francis’ latest strong start, fellow Blue Jays starter…
Continue Reading‘Deadpool’ and ‘Alien’ top charts again as ‘Blink Twice’ sees quiet opening
Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a sleepy summer weekend at the box office, holdovers reigned supreme as newcomers landed without a splash.…
Continue ReadingRams’ Ernest Jones has been given permission to seek a trade amid contract impasse, AP source says
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rams linebacker Ernest Jones has been given permission to seek a trade amid an impasse with Los Angeles on a…
Continue ReadingKroger and Albertsons hope to merge but must face a skeptical US government in court first
AP Business Writer The largest proposed grocery store merger in U.S. history is going to court. On one side are supermarket chains Kroger and…
Continue ReadingCaballero’s 2-run homer off Kelly in the 10th lifts Rays over Dodgers 9-8
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — José Caballero hit a tiebreaking two-run homer off Joe Kelly in the 10th inning after Tampa Bay blew a 4-0…
Continue ReadingMarco Reus scores a goal, adds assist as Galaxy beat Atlanta 2-0
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Riqui Puig scored for the second consecutive game, Marco Reus made his MLS debut and added a goal and an assist for LA as the…
Continue ReadingSchools are competing with cellphones. Here’s how they think they could win
Associated Press Isabella Pires first noticed what she calls the “gradual apathy pandemic” in eighth grade. Only a handful of classmates…
Continue Reading‘We were expendable’: Downwinders from world’s 1st atomic test are on a mission to tell their story
Associated Press LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (AP) — It was the summer of 1945 when the United States dropped atomic bombs on Japan, killing thousands of…
Continue ReadingReal Salt Lake loses Cristian Arango to injury in stunning 2-0 loss to last-place Earthquakes
SANDY, Utah (AP) — Cristian Espinoza and Amahl Pellegrino scored first-half goals and the last-place San Jose Earthquakes knocked off Real Salt…
Continue ReadingFrancisco Lindor’s grand slam and solo shot carry the Mets to a 7-1 win vs the Padres
AP Sports Writer SAN DIEGO (AP) — Francisco Lindor hit a two-out grand slam in the fourth inning, two batters after Manny Machado committed an…
Continue ReadingJim Harbaugh lauds Justin Herbert, other Chargers players who were stuck on elevator for 2 hours
AP Pro Football Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh lauded quarterback Justin Herbert and other players who were…
Continue ReadingDodgers’ Shohei Ohtani throws off a mound for 1st time since elbow surgery last fall
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani threw off a mound Saturday for the first time since having elbow surgery last year that has kept the Los Angeles…
Continue ReadingMike Yastrzemski homers as Giants survive Blake Snell’s wildness, beat Mariners 4-3
Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Mike Yastrzemski homered among his three hits, and the San Francisco Giants survived a wild outing by starter Blake…
Continue ReadingCowboys’ Trey Lance throws 5 picks. Chargers’ long TDs pace 26-19 victory over Dallas
AP Pro Football Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Trey Lance played a bunch in the preseason for the Dallas Cowboys — and finished with a bevy of…
Continue ReadingBauers homers and scores 3 times to pace Brewers past Athletics 9-5
Associated Press OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Jake Bauers hit a home run and scored three times and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Oakland Athletics 9-5…
Continue ReadingBowden Francis carries a no-hit bid into the 9th inning as the Blue Jays beat the Angels 3-1
Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a…
Continue ReadingAntonio Pierce has concerns as the Raiders turn their attention to cut-down day
AP Sports Writer HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Antonio Pierce, the usually talkative Raiders coach, sometimes speaks loudest when using the fewest words.…
Continue ReadingBarry Bonds is at peace with his legacy as he enters the Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame
AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) — Barry Bonds was touched in a way he didn’t expect when the Pittsburgh Pirates called to let him know he…
Continue ReadingBlue Jays RHP Bowden Francis loses no-hit bid in 9th inning against the Angels
TORONTO (AP) — Bowden Francis lost his bid for the second no-hitter in Blue Jays history when Taylor Ward hit a leadoff homer for the Los Angeles…
Continue ReadingHouston’s Boyle tosses 2 TDs as starters sit out in Texans’ 17-15 preseason win over Rams
AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — Houston’s Cam Akers isn’t sure what will happen in the next few days as final roster cuts are made. But…
Continue ReadingHeat waves, wildfires and now … snow? California endures a summer of extremes
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — An unusually cold weather system from the Gulf of Alaska interrupted summer along the West Coast on…
Continue ReadingShohei Ohtani is baseball’s fastest 40-40 man and has time to become the first member of 50-50 club
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani has time to make more history this season. The Japanese superstar hit a two-out grand slam in the…
Continue ReadingTyreik McAllister’s magical performance in 24-24 tie may have landed him roster spot with Raiders
Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders have a punt return play called “Magic.” How apropos for Tyreik McAllister, who may not…
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