Jets QB Aaron Rodgers announces he had surgery to repair torn Achilles tendon
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Pro Football Writer FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers announced on his Instagram Stories…
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Rams rookie Puka Nacua misses practice with oblique injury after his dynamic NFL debut
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Puka Nacua is still getting used to the punishment he’ll have to absorb to be…
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Striking Hollywood writers, studios to resume negotiations next week
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Contract talks that could end Hollywood’s writers strike are set to resume next week, studios said Thursday. The Alliance…
Continue ReadingCalifornia lawmakers approve bills including eviction protections and mental health care reform
By TRÂN NGUYỄN Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The California Legislature voted Thursday to bolster eviction protections for renters…
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California settles with Google over location privacy practices for $93 million
OAKLAND, California (AP) — Search giant Google agreed to a $93 million settlement with the state of California on Thursday over its…
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California Legislature approves plan allowing the state to buy power
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The California Legislature voted Thursday to give Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s…
Continue ReadingAngels recall major league veterans Jared Walsh, David Fletcher; demote prospects Adams, Paris
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have selected the contracts of major league veterans Jared Walsh and David Fletcher from Triple-A…
Continue ReadingIn a court filing, a Tennessee couple fights allegations that they got rich off Michael Oher
By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A Memphis couple who took in former NFL offensive lineman Michael Oher when he was in high…
Continue ReadingHunter Biden is indicted on federal firearm-purchasing charges after plea deal fails
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Hunter Biden was indicted Thursday on federal firearms charges, the latest step in a…
Continue ReadingOregon State host San Diego State in final tune-up conference play
By The Associated Press San Diego State (2-1) at No. 16 Oregon State (2-0), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (FS1) Line: Oregon by 24.5 according to FanDuel…
Continue ReadingDrew Barrymore stalking suspect trespasses at fashion show looking for Emma Watson, police say
By MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — A man accused of repeatedly stalking celebrities has been arrested for barging into a dressing…
Continue ReadingEnvironmental groups urge regulators to shut down California reactor over safety, testing concerns
By MICHAEL R. BLOOD Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Environmental groups called on federal regulators Thursday to immediately shut down one of…
Continue ReadingHunter Biden is indicted on federal firearms charges in a long-running probe weeks after a plea deal fell apart
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hunter Biden is indicted on federal firearms charges in a long-running probe weeks after a plea deal fell…
Continue ReadingBill Clinton remembers Bill Richardson as skilled, informal US diplomat: ‘The bad guys liked him’
By MORGAN LEE Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Bill Clinton paid homage at a funeral Mass Thursday to former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson…
Continue ReadingIndy’s Steichen gets crash course in combining veteran moves with learning lessons as new head coach
By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — First-time head coach Shane Steichen already is making some veteran moves. He blames himself…
Continue ReadingBiden’s clean-car rules face a crucial test as appeals court hears Republican-led challenges
By MATTHEW DALY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Efforts by the Biden administration to limit pollution from automobile tailpipes — a major…
Continue ReadingNo. 8 Washington, Michael Penix head to Michigan State to headline Pac-12 action
By MARK ANDERSON AP Sports Writer Here are some things to watch this week in the Pac-12 Conference: GAME OF THE WEEK No. 8 Washington (2-0) at…
Continue ReadingFeds spread $1 billion for tree plantings among US cities to reduce extreme heat and benefit health
By SCOTT McFETRIDGE Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Hundreds of communities around the country will share more than $1 billion in federal…
Continue ReadingAnastasia Potapova stuns top-seeded Ons Jabeur in San Diego Open
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Anastasia Potapova stunned seventh-ranked Ons Jabeur 6-4, 7-6 (4) on Wednesday to advance to the quarterfinals of the Cymbiotika…
Continue ReadingPadres’ Snell overpowers Dodgers in 6-1 victory for Friars’ first series win against LA since 2021
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The San Diego Padres’ postseason hopes faded long ago. Blake Snell’s bid to become…
Continue ReadingSan Diego’s Juan Soto joins elite company with 2-plus seasons of 30-plus HRs and 100-plus walks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Juan Soto of the San Diego Padres went deep against the Los Angeles Dodgers, making him the seventh player in major league…
Continue ReadingFederal appeals court opens way to block California law on gun marketing to children
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court on Wednesday opened the way to block a California law that bans gun ads aimed at children, saying it…
Continue ReadingNoda’s 1-out single in 9th ends no-hit bid, Astros win 6-2 and send Athletics to 100th loss
By KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros were certainly disappointed to see their combined no-hit bid against the…
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California regulators propose higher rates for PG&E customers to reduce wildfire risk
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Power bills for about 16 million people in Northern California will likely increase after…
Continue ReadingDodgers’ Walker Buehler says he wasn’t recovering well enough after rehab start to return
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler said Wednesday he shut down his comeback from Tommy…
Continue ReadingChargers’ J.C. Jackson isn’t dwelling on miscues in opener, looking forward to facing Titans
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — J.C. Jackson is taking the same approach that Bill Belichick, his former coach in New…
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49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk is earning respect and focus from opponents
By JOSH DUBOW AP Pro Football Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Defenses preparing to face the San Francisco 49ers have plenty to worry about with…
Continue ReadingTeen driver accused of intentionally hitting three cyclists, killing one, in Southern California
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (AP) — A teenage driver was in custody Wednesday on suspicion of intentionally striking three bicyclists, killing one, in…
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California lawmakers vote to let legislative employees join a labor union
By ADAM BEAM, SOPHIE AUSTIN and TRÂN NGUYỄN Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Legislative workers at the California Capitol are close…
Continue ReadingLargest US newspaper chain is hiring Taylor Swift and Beyoncé reporters, drawing interest and ire
By MARIA SHERMAN and DAVID BAUDER Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — This week the United States’ biggest newspaper chain posted to its site two…
Continue ReadingFacing $1.5B deficit, California State University to hike tuition 6% annually for next 5 years
By OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Trustees at California State University, the nation’s largest public university…
Continue ReadingDavis homers, Wade hits winning sac fly as Giants rally past Guardians 6-5 in 10
By BEN ROSS Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — LaMonte Wade Jr. hit a game-winning sacrifice fly in the bottom of the 10th inning and the San…
Continue ReadingJulio Rodríguez scores the game-winning run after being walked as Mariners beat Angels 3-2
By CAMERON VAN TIL Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Julio Rodríguez hit a run-scoring double and later scored the tiebreaking run after drawing an…
Continue ReadingThere’s no sign of widespread COVID-19 mandates in the US. Republicans are warning of them anyway
By ALI SWENSON Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — As Americans fend off a late summer COVID-19 spike and prepare for a fresh vaccine rollout,…
Continue ReadingAaron Rodgers faces a long, arduous but not impossible road to recovery from torn Achilles tendon
By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer Aaron Rodgers ran onto the field carrying an American flag while a raucous crowd and millions of television…
Continue ReadingThomas trying to get on track at Fortinet before Ryder Cup
By MICHAEL WAGAMAN Associated Press NAPA, Calif. (AP) — Justin Thomas has a lot of work to do at the PGA Tour’s Fortinet Championship this…
Continue ReadingRookie QB Stetson Bennett goes on Rams’ non-football injury list; no reason given by Sean McVay
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams placed rookie quarterback Stetson Bennett on their non-football…
Continue ReadingShohei Ohtani is out of the lineup for 10th straight game due to oblique strain
SEATTLE (AP) — Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani was out of the lineup for his 10th straight game Wednesday because of a strained right…
Continue ReadingCalifornia school district pays $27M to settle suit over death of teen assaulted by fellow students
MORENO VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — A Southern California school district has agreed to pay $27 million to settle a lawsuit by the family of an eighth…
Continue Reading‘Thursday Night Football’ will use AI to help viewers better understand the action on the field
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer Amazon Prime Video took a different approach during the offseason as it looked to improve its coverage of “Thursday…
Continue ReadingOlivia Rodrigo announces 2024 arena world tour with The Breeders, Chappell Roan, PinkPantheress
By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Olivia Rodrigo is going on tour, and she’s bringing the next generation of pop talent —…
Continue ReadingEl Chapo’s wife released from US custody after completing 3-year prison sentence
The wife of Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was released from federal custody on Wednesday after completing a three-year sentence…
Continue ReadingLeaving Google’s search engine isn’t easy, government witness says in antitrust case
By PAUL WISEMAN AP Business Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department pressed ahead with its antitrust case against Google Wednesday,…
Continue Reading‘Just Ken’ no more? Barbie sidekick among 12 finalists for National Toy Hall of Fame
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — Is it finally time for Barbie’s sidekick to go from being “just Ken” to National Toy Hall of Fame inductee? The…
Continue Reading4-H teams with Netflix’s ‘Spy Kids: Armageddon’ to launch new learning platform Clover
By GLENN GAMBOA AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The National 4-H Council is growing in a new direction – online – by launching its…
Continue ReadingBill Richardson is mourned in New Mexico after globe-trotting career, lies in state at Capitol
By MORGAN LEE Associated Press SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Friends and admirers of former Gov. Bill Richardson mourned the hard-charging politician at a…
Continue ReadingFreddie Freeman homers and gets 4 hits on his birthday, leading Dodgers past Padres 11-2
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Freddie Freeman’s locker was flanked by 8-foot-high pillars of blue balloons. A hefty box…
Continue ReadingMariners snap 4-game losing streak and gain ground in playoff race by blanking Angels 8-0
By TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer SEATTLE (AP) — After struggling on their last road trip and losing in extra innings when they returned home, the…
Continue ReadingCollins wins in both singles and doubles at the San Diego Open
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Danielle Collins beat qualifier Louisa Chirico 7-5, 6-0 in singles at the Cymbiotika San Diego Open on Tuesday and then joined…
Continue ReadingWave of teacher absences forcing Vegas-area school closures deemed an illegal strike, judge finds
By RIO YAMAT Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — A judge on Wednesday ordered a teachers union to put an end to teacher absences that have forced Las…
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