Gio Urshela hits 2-run homer, Tigers score 7 runs in 2 innings to stun Dodgers 11-9
Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Gio Urshela hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning after the Detroit Tigers overcame a 9-4 deficit in the ninth to…
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Alec Baldwin’s criminal case was about ammunition at its shocking beginning and its sudden end
Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The criminal case against Alec Baldwin was about the handling of bullets from the beginning. And the…
Continue ReadingSteve Garvey visited Israel, but will it win over California voters in Senate race against Schiff?
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Looking to boost his longshot bid for one of California’s U.S. Senate seats, Republican Steve…
Continue ReadingThings to know about heat deaths as a dangerously hot summer shapes up in the western US
Associated Press PHOENIX (AP) — A dangerously hot summer is shaping up in the U.S. West, with heat suspected in dozens of recent deaths, including…
Continue ReadingInside the courtroom as case dismissed against Alec Baldwin in fatal shooting of cinematographer
Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A nearly three-year legal saga for Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer ended Friday…
Continue ReadingHarrison pitches five strong innings, Wisely has three hits in Giants’ 7-1 win over Twins
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kyle Harrison pitched five strong innings, Brett Wisely had three hits and two RBIs, and the San Francisco…
Continue ReadingWillie Calhoun hits 2nd homer of the night in 10th inning, walking off Angels’ 6-5 win over Mariners
AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Willie Calhoun hit a two-run, walk-off homer in the 10th inning, sending the Los Angeles Angels to a 6-5…
Continue ReadingWho is the Buddhist nun who built a global charity from a tiny apartment in rural Taiwan?
Associated Press HUALIEN, Taiwan (AP) — The Buddhist teacher who founded what is now a global charity and religion with a $283 million operating…
Continue ReadingA Taiwan-based Buddhist charity attempts to take the founding nun’s message of compassion global
Associated Press HUALIEN, Taiwan (AP) — When a 7.4-magnitude earthquake ripped through Taiwan in April, it took about 30 minutes for the region’s…
Continue ReadingA Taiwan-based Buddhist charity attempts to take the founding nun’s message of compassion global
Associated Press HUALIEN, Taiwan (AP) — When a 7.4-magnitude earthquake ripped through Taiwan in April, it took about 30 minutes for the region’s…
Continue ReadingMental health clinics across the US are helping Latinos bridge language and access barriers
Associated Press Michelle Mata wasn’t diagnosed with a mental illness until she was 23, after years of suffering. She knew very little about who to…
Continue ReadingOzuna warms up for the Home Run Derby with 2 blasts in the Braves’ 6-1 win against the Padres
AP Sports Writer SAN DIEGO (AP) — All-Star Marcell Ozuna warmed up for the Home Run Derby with blasts of 413 and 422 feet, and Orlando Arcia had a…
Continue ReadingOhtani’s RBI double in ninth inning helps Dodgers rally for streak-ending win in Detroit
Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Shohei Ohtani’s two-out RBI double gave the Los Angeles Dodgers a ninth-inning lead and they held on to beat…
Continue ReadingBronny James scores 8 points in his Vegas debut, as Lakers fall to Rockets in Summer League play
AP Basketball Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Bronny James has gotten the message from his father and his coach: His transition to the Los Angeles Lakers…
Continue ReadingButler, Langeliers lead last-place Oakland over first-place Phillies
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Lawrence Butler homered, Shea Langeliers drove in a two runs and the Oakland Athletics beat the Philadelphia…
Continue ReadingWhat’s next for Alec Baldwin after involuntary manslaughter case dismissal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A New Mexico judge dismissed the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin over the fatal shooting of cinematographer…
Continue ReadingNBA releases pools for this season’s NBA Cup in-season tournament
AP Basketball Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Myles Turner thinks part of the reason the Indiana Pacers became a team capable of making a deep playoff run…
Continue ReadingXander Bogaerts returns to the Padres’ lineup after being sidelined by a broken shoulder
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego Padres second baseman Xander Bogaerts was activated from the disabled list on Friday in time to start and bat fifth in…
Continue ReadingPanthers receiver Adam Thielen leads American Century Championship
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Nev. (AP) — Carolina Panthers receiver Adam Thielen took a one-point lead over playing partner Mardy Fish on Friday after the…
Continue ReadingBurling and his Kiwi Black Foils are setting a course toward a $2 million SailGP payday
AP Sports Writer The final day of SailGP’s Season 4 could bring a nice seven-figure payday for skipper Peter Burling and his Team New Zealand…
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Alec Baldwin’s criminal case has been dismissed in New Mexico in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Alec Baldwin’s criminal case has been dismissed in New Mexico in the fatal shooting of a…
Continue ReadingSmoking laptop in passenger’s bag prompts evacuation on American Airlines flight in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A smoking laptop in a passenger’s bag prompted an evacuation on an American Airlines flight headed to Miami from San…
Continue ReadingOne of the two prosecutors resigns in the middle of Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — One of the two prosecutors resigns in the middle of Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial in New…
Continue ReadingMinor leaguers Yeury Tatiz of Seattle and Charlie Zink of Boston suspended for positive drug tests
NEW YORK (AP) — Seattle Mariners right-hander Yeury Tatiz was suspended for 80 games and Boston Red Sox right-hander Charlie Zink for 56 games…
Continue ReadingRiviera formally announced as golf site for LA Olympics in 2028
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The International Golf Federation made it official Friday by announcing with Los Angeles Olympic organizers that…
Continue ReadingWorld’s first hydrogen-powered commercial ferry to run on San Francisco Bay, and it’s free to ride
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The world’s first hydrogen-powered commercial passenger ferry will start operating on San Francisco Bay as…
Continue ReadingCalifornia reports first wildfire death of the 2024 season as fires persist across the West
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Wildfires fueled by strong winds and an extended heat wave have led to the first death in California of the…
Continue ReadingSpaceX rocket accident leaves company’s Starlink satellites in wrong orbit
AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A SpaceX rocket has failed for the first time in nearly a decade, leaving the company’s internet…
Continue ReadingCalifornia fire officials report first wildfire death of the 2024 season
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California fire officials report first wildfire death of the 2024…
Continue ReadingPac-12’s postseason bowl agreements remain for Oregon State and Washington State
The Pac-12’s existing bowl game agreements will continue through the 2025 season despite the league’s breakup, the conference announced…
Continue Reading2028 Los Angeles Olympics to include multiple events in the nearby cities of Carson and Long Beach
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics on Friday announced more venue assignments, with the cities of Carson and Long…
Continue ReadingAlec Baldwin trial on hold as judge considers defense request to dismiss case over questions about disputed ammunition
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Alec Baldwin trial on hold as judge considers defense request to dismiss case over questions about disputed…
Continue ReadingUS senators call out Big Tech’s new approach to poaching talent, products from smaller AI startups
AP Technology Writers In the race to stay ahead in artificial intelligence, the biggest technology companies are swallowing up the talent and…
Continue ReadingEuropean Union says social media site X’s blue checks are deceptive and transparency falls short under digital rules
LONDON (AP) — European Union says social media site X’s blue checks are deceptive and transparency falls short under digital…
Continue ReadingDestination Paris: Swimmer Ryan Murphy longs to reclaim top spot on medal podium at the Olympics
AP National Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — (Editor’s note: Olympic athletes competing in the marquee sports of gymnastics, swimming and track and…
Continue ReadingDestination Paris: Swimmer Abbey Weitzeil ready for new Olympic roles: leader, mentor, cheerleader
AP National Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — (Editor’s note: Olympic athletes competing in the marquee sports of gymnastics, swimming and track and…
Continue ReadingCal Raleigh homers from each side of the plate for the 2nd time in 3 days, Mariners rout Angels 11-0
AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Cal Raleigh homered from each side of the plate for the second time in three days, and J.P. Crawford had a…
Continue ReadingAlec Baldwin weeps in court as judge announces involuntary manslaughter case is dismissed midtrial
Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico judge on Friday brought a sudden and stunning end to the involuntary manslaughter case against…
Continue ReadingAll-Star Tanner Houck limits A’s to 2 hits in 6 innings, Red Sox win 7-0
Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — All-Star pitcher Tanner Houck limited Oakland to two hits in six innings and Connor Wong, Wilyer Abreu and Masataka…
Continue ReadingPhillies back Nola with 3 homers and down Dodgers 5-1 to finish 3-game sweep
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brandon Marsh hit a home run and an RBI triple, Trea Turner launched his sixth longball in nine games and the…
Continue ReadingSerena Williams hosts an ESPY awards show celebrating landmark year for women’s sports
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Led by host Serena Williams, The ESPYS celebrated a landmark year for women’s sports, with Simone Biles,…
Continue ReadingDanny Jansen and Spencer Horwitz homer, Kevin Gausman pitches Blue Jays past Giants 5-3
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Danny Jansen and Spencer Horwitz homered, Kevin Gausman pitched seven strong innings against his former team…
Continue ReadingFor Nicolas Cage, making a serial killer horror movie was a healing experience
Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Nicolas Cage first read the script for “Longlegs” and considered playing the titular serial killer, he…
Continue ReadingNew Oakland Ballers independent minor league team offers ownership stake opportunity to fans
AP Baseball Writer OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Baseball fans and others interested in supporting the new Oakland Ballers independent minor league team…
Continue ReadingCan California’s health care providers help solve the state’s homelessness crisis?
CalMatters When a shortfall of several hundred thousand dollars almost derailed new homeless housing in Bakersfield, the savior that swooped in to…
Continue ReadingSean Burroughs, former Little League star and MLB player, died of fentanyl intoxication
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean Burroughs, a two-time Little League World Series champion who won an Olympic gold medal and went on to a major league…
Continue ReadingBill Belichick joining ‘Inside the NFL’ for upcoming season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bill Belichick has added a second media job for the upcoming season. The CW Network announced Thursday that Belichick will be…
Continue ReadingHere’s what you need to know about the NBA’s upcoming 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal
AP Sports Writer The NBA might not be happy with the NFL making Christmas Day a regular part of its schedule. However, its new media rights deals…
Continue ReadingCalifornia police say suspect shot and killed 4, including wife, son and parents-in-law
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — A California man is in custody after fatally shooting his wife, their 6-year-old son and his wife’s parents, a San…
Continue ReadingClement homers, drives in 4 to lead Blue Jays past Giants 10-6
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Ernie Clement hit a three-run homer for the second straight night and had an RBI single in Toronto’s…
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