RICHMOND — Contra Costa prosecutors have filed human trafficking and pimping charges against a man who was the subject of two separate 2024 investigations that began within weeks of one…
Law enforcement personnel secure the scene of fatal accident near 6120 Pope Valley Rd in Pope Valley Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat) The scene of…
By LINDSAY WHITEHURST, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for federal agents to conduct sweeping immigration operations in Los Angeles, the latest victory for…
Welcome back to Monday Morning Lights, our weekly feature that sheds more light on the high school football weekend and peeks ahead to the new week. If you haven’t already,…
DEAR JOAN: I’m used to the squawking of Steller’s jays, but one regular visitor to our yard mimics the cry of hawks in our area. Have you ever heard of…
South Bay and Peninsula Sept. 12 A Benefit with Ballads and Bubbles: Guests will enjoy an evening of cocktails, a seated dinner, silent and live auctions and live entertainment by…
With COVID cases surging across California at levels not seen since a year ago, and the fall respiratory virus season approaching, access to vaccines may be more limited. The virus…
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Pink, 46; David Arquette, 54; Brooke Burke, 54; Neko Case, 55. Happy Birthday: Explore the possibilities. Gather information, enforce financial planning and dedicate more time…
DEAR HARRIETTE: My husband is extremely passive-aggressive. He refuses to speak up for basic things at his work, yet he snipes at me about every little thing at home. He…
DEAR ABBY: Once a month, I meet for lunch and cards with three women I have known for many years. We have lots of fun, but it is bittersweet for…
