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Some roads closed ahead of schedule this week for the July 5-6 NASCAR Chicago Street Race after pavement around Grant Park buckled under extreme heat. Portions of Columbus and Balbo drives closed Wednesday night so crews could repair the roads …

For months, it seemed like the Blackhawks‘ only path to drafting top forward prospect Michael Misa involved trading up for the No. 1 or 2 pick. Now, it seems like Misa might fall into their lap at No. 3. Rumors …

DENVER — The Dodgers seem to field a team of All-Stars every night. Voters agreed. Phase 1 of voting for this year’s All-Star Game ended Thursday and Shohei Ohtani led all National League players in votes. That gives him an …

By KEVIN FREKING WASHINGTON (AP) — A few Republicans reacted with indignation Thursday after the Senate parliamentarian advised that some of the measures in their tax and immigration bill could not be included in the legislation. Related Articles Native leaders …

By JEFF AMY ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia has become the latest state where a federal judge has blocked a law requiring age verification for social media accounts. Related Articles Windows’ infamous ‘blue screen of death’ will soon turn black Judge …

By MARTÍN ADAMES PUERTO PLATA, Dominican Republic (AP) — Wander Franco, the suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop charged in a sexual abuse case, was found guilty on Thursday but received a two-year suspended sentence. Related Articles US signs agreements with …

By BERNARD CONDON NEW YORK (AP) — When the Trump family unveiled a new phone before a giant American flag at its headquarters earlier this month, the pitch was simple and succinct, packed with pure patriotism: “Made in the U.S.A.” …

MIAMI (AP) — A Canadian man being held by immigration officials in South Florida has died in federal custody, officials said. Related Articles Meet the Senate parliamentarian, the official tying Republicans in knots over their tax bill Native leaders blast …

Hit that drum roll, San Pedro. A packed room cheered and applauded as the Los Angeles harbor commission on Thursday, June 26, unanimously approved plans for a 6,200-seat outdoor waterfront amphitheater, which is expected to draw top-tier musical acts from …

The pre-made salads contain cucumbers contaminated with salmonella (Picture : Getty Images) Hundreds of cases of pre-made salads have been recalled in the US over a risk of death if consumed. The nation’s agency responsible for protecting public health has …

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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating diversity hiring practices at the University of California, the latest of many federal probes into the university system and others in California since President Donald Trump took office. On Thursday, the department’s Civil …

SAN LEANDRO – A “major medical emergency” has closed the Bay Fair BART station in San Leandro, according to the transit agency. Related Articles Plan to fund beleaguered Bay Area transit agencies in 2026 faces political headwinds BART wants sales …

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Op-ed extols ourstate’s many benefits Re: “Ignore haters, California is a national model” (Page A6, June 25). I read DeAndre Evans’ “Arkansan’s Perspective” with appreciation …

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating diversity hiring practices at the University of California, the latest of many federal probes into the university system and others in California since President Donald Trump took office. On Thursday, the department’s Civil …