I’m humbly asking you to vote for me for county assessor. I will fix the Assessor’s Office and reduce your taxes. Anyone running for assessor should offer essential reform, not just the same old bureaucracy. Anyone could have submitted a …
Kumar: The Assessor’s Office needs an outsider as leader — a changemaker Read MoreIt’s now down to two. After none of the four candidates vying to replace Larry Stone as Santa Clara County assessor received a majority of votes in November’s special election, the race comes down to a Dec. 30 runoff between …
Kumar vs. Fligor: Santa Clara County assessor candidates make final pitches for Dec. 30 runoff Read MoreWhen Gov. Gavin Newsom unveils his first draft of the state’s 2026-27 budget next month, he’ll reveal whether he intends to deal squarely with its chronic, multi-billion-dollar deficit or punt the shortfall to his successor. Legislative Analyst Gabe Petek, the …
Walters: Newsom’s $18 billion budget gap has roots in pandemic aid ending Read MoreSitting at the long, elegant bar of the Brass Door with a glass of Chardonnay, Carolyn Krieg recalled a story about the early days of the beloved 70-year-old San Ramon steakhouse that explains her dismay that it will close for …
So long, Brass Door: Restaurant beloved by East Bay movers and shakers to close Read MoreAt 4:01 a.m. on Saturday, the National Weather Service released a winter storm warning valid from 4 p.m. until Friday Dec. 26, at 4 p.m. for Yosemite. The NWS Hanford CA said, “Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 …
Winter storm warning for Yosemite until early Friday evening – gusts could peak at 50 mph Read MoreDear Eric: I have two daughters. One is in a long-term marriage with an established career. The other, who has less stable employment, recently moved in with her boyfriend of five years. I am widowed and elderly. Rather unexpectedly, I …
Asking Eric: Mother wants to give daughter’s boyfriend a retirement account Read MoreTexas State Representative James Talarico (D), who like his fellow Democrats in Congress has been advocating for an extension of the Affordable Care Act subsidies, criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) for pushing a GOP plan that does not include …
Texas Rep. Slams Mike Johnson, “Keep Jesus’ Name Out of Your Mouth” Read MoreThe Golden State Warriors are running out of margin. A three-game losing streak has pushed them to 13–15 on the season, and the Western Conference has offered no room for patience. The urgency is no longer theoretical. The season is …
Warriors Trade Idea Addresses Biggest Roster Weakness Read MoreThe Golden State Warriors are running out of clean explanations. At 13–15 and coming off three straight losses, the season has shifted from uneven to concerning. The West has not waited for Golden State to stabilize, and the rotation has …
Warriors Trade Pitch Targets Defensive Wing to Reset Identity Read MoreIn a difficult week for NASCAR, RFK Racing co-owner and driver Brad Keselowski suffered a broken right leg during a family ski trip. Despite the injury, Keselowski is expected to make a full recovery and is aiming to compete in …
Brad Keselowski Breaks Leg in Ski Accident, Targets Return for Daytona 500 Read MoreThe Montreal Canadiens pulled off a much-anticipated trade late Friday night. The deal came about an hour before the midnight deadline on December 19, right before the Christmas roster freeze went into effect. The deal, as had been grinding on …
Canadiens Fleece LA Kings in Late-Night Trade Read MoreThe Seattle Seahawksâ wild, comeback overtime win over the Los Angeles Rams didnât just reshape the NFC West race, it also cranked up the volume on one looming offseason decision. Seahawks reporter Corbin K. Smith argued on X that return …
Seahawks Urged to Bring Back Pro Bowl Playmaker After Stunning Rams Win Read MoreMás oficiales de la Policía de Chicago patrullarán los trenes, plataformas y autobuses de la CTA bajo un “plan de aumento de seguridad” desarrollado por ambas agencias. La Autoridad de Transporte de Chicago (CTA) anunció que el programa comenzará el …
Bajo nuevo plan de seguridad de la CTA, más oficiales patrullarán trenes, plataformas y autobuses Read MoreUn panel de funcionarios locales tomó su primer intento el jueves de responsabilizar a los agentes federales de inmigración por la avalancha de abusos alegados que han ocurrido en el área de Chicago bajo la agresiva campaña de deportaciones de …
Nuevo panel estatal busca responsabilizar a los agentes por su ofensiva migratoria en Chicago y suburbios Read MoreTwo men in a stolen car who led police on a 20-mile long chase that ended in a crash after fleeing the burglary of a father and son’s work van in Lake View have now been accused in three more …
Judge releases 2 accused of leading cops on chase, West Lawn crash after string of power tool burglaries Read MoreThe pressure on quarterback Caleb Williams has been enormous since he was heralded as one of highest-graded NFL prospects at his position in recent history and drafted first overall last year. The weight got even heavier when he landed with …
Who runs the NFC North? Bears need QB Caleb Williams to take control vs. Packers Read MoreA beloved Beethoven symphony and two recent works inspired by the famed composer. A 21-year-old pianist enjoying a skyrocketing career. And Klaus Mäkelä, the ensemble’s still-new music director designate, whom Chicago audiences are getting to know better and better. The …
CSO’s Klaus Mäkelä and pianist Yunchan Lim pairing thrills beyond the Beethoven Read MoreWill Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury finally fight in 2026? (Pictures: Getty) Anthony Joshua’s win over Jake Paul on Friday night did nothing to convince the bookmakers that he would beat Tyson Fury. AJ (29-4) won the controversial fight with …
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua odds name clear favourite after Jake Paul knockout Read MoreNewcastle host Chelsea at St James’ Park (Picture: Getty/Metro) Newcastle United host Chelsea in a pre-Christmas cracker at St James’ Park this afternoon. The Magpies were left reeling after their derby defeat to Sunderland last Sunday but bounced back midweek …
Newcastle vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League latest score and confirmed lineups Read MoreConan O’Brien ‘stopped police being called’ after an argument between Rob and Nick Reiner at his party (Pictures: Getty) Conan O’Brien ‘stepped in and stopped guests at his party calling police’ after watching a fight unfold between Rob Reiner and …
Conan O’Brien ‘stopped party guests calling police during intense Rob and Nick Reiner argument’ Read More