Even by their lofty standards, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani had quite a week. Judge homered seven times in six games for the New York Yankees, including twice on Sunday to bring his season total to 51. He is on pace to surpass 60 for the second time in three...
Traveling Over Labor Day Weekend? Have a Back-Up Plan for Cancellations and Delays, and Be Patient
DALLAS — Many children have gone back to school in the U.S., and the days are getting shorter, but there is still one more excuse to use the swimsuits and beach towels before packing them up: Labor Day. Airports, highways, beaches and theme parks are expected to be packed for...
Israel’s Economy Is Struggling. Economists Say Ending the War Would Help
JERUSALEM — In Jerusalem’s Old City, nearly all souvenir shops are closed. In Haifa’s flea market, forlorn merchants polish their wares on empty streets. Airlines are canceling flights, businesses are failing and luxury hotels are half empty. Israel's Economy Is Struggling Nearly 11 months into the war with Hamas, Israel’s...
Israel and Hezbollah Seemed on the Brink of War, Then Pulled Back. Here’s What to Know
Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah pulled back after an exchange of heavy fire over the weekend that briefly raised fears of an all-out war. But their decades-long conflict is far from over, regional tensions linked to the war in Gaza are still high, and it’s probably only a matter of time before another escalation....
Central Valley Struggles to Produce College Grads. Key Programs Are Turning That Around.
A new report delivers bad and good news for the Central Valley. The bad news: The vast majority of parents, 79%, want their children to get a bachelor's degree, but just 26% of students in the region are on pace to achieve that. The good news: Central Valley educators in...
QB Mikey Keene on Fresno State Offense: ‘We’re Executing at a Higher Level’
"Explosiveness." That's the one word that Fresno State offensive personnel — from the coaching staff to the players — have emphasized since spring. Last season the offense searched for an identity. They now believe they've found one, and at its heart are explosive plays. Quarterback Mikey Keene Sees Progress Quarterback...
Oakland Needs Serious Leadership Changes. What About Bringing Back Jerry Brown?
When author Gertrude Stein uttered the words "There's no there there" about her hometown of Oakland, she did not intend it to be an insult, but rather a lament about nostalgia. Nevertheless, the phrase has been used — and abused — for decades to describe the city that faces the...
The ‘Joyful’ Democratic Convention Is Over. The Real Test for Kamala Harris’ Campaign Now Begins
CHICAGO — Over and over, from the massive stage in the electric convention hall, the Democrats this week predicted Kamala Harris would defeat Donald Trump. They described her as a historic figure, the embodiment of hope, "the president of joy." But amid the extraordinary optimism, former first lady Michelle Obama...
California Woman Fed Up With Stolen Mail Sends Apple AirTag to Herself to Catch Thief
SANTA BARBARA — A Southern California woman fed up with her packages getting stolen out of her post office box sent an Apple AirTag to the address and cleverly tracked down the suspected thief, police said. The woman had had several items stolen from her mailbox at the Los Alamos...
Pepito, The Ultimate Couch Potato Frenchie With a Taste for Reality TV, Awaits a Home
In a world where pets often come with boundless energy and a desire for mischief, Pepito, a charming 3-year-old French Bulldog, is a refreshing exception. Known for his laid-back demeanor and love for all things cozy, Pepito is currently seeking a forever home where he can continue to live his...