San Jose schools new buildings provide lessons in history
Hillbrook School — a Los Gatos-based institution that goes back 90 years but is just in its third year of high school — cut the ribbon on a new classroom…
What to know about the Cardinal’s opener at Hawaii
Stanford at Hawaii Records: Season opener for both teams Kickoff: 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Ching Complex, Honolulu TV: CBS Radio: KNBR 1050 AM Series history: Stanford leads 4-0. The Cardinal…
Rep. Sam Liccardo wants to help Democrats take back the House in 2026 – The Mercury News
Just seven months into office, U.S. Rep. Sam Liccardo is focusing on what he can get done in Washington, D.C., with a Republican-controlled Congress and identifying legislative actions that can…
Jeremy Lin, seize the moment, bring about positive change
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jeremy Lin, 37; Annie Ilonzeh, 42; Scott Caan, 49; Shelley Long, 76. Happy Birthday: Stop giving up or putting up with something that isn’t your…
This snub may cost her an invitation to the expensive wedding
Dear Eric: My father’s side has always hosted holiday meals. Now my parents are gone; my generation is in our 60s and 70s, and our kids are in their 20s…
I’m desperate to remain her friend but … 4 hours of improv?
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have autism, which makes it difficult to understand social situations — especially within close friendships. I also tend to be a people-pleaser. My best friend and…
Pickett Fire expands in Napa County mountains east of Calistoga as firefighters make gains on second day – The Mercury News
MARISA ENDICOTTTHE PRESS DEMOCRAT Fire crews made gains Friday in their battle against the Pickett Fire in Napa County, even as the blaze grew to more than 3,000 acres, making…
Paragliding pilots take flight from Mussel Rock Park in Daly City
The weather on Thursday, with sunny and clear skies seen from Mussel Rock Park, was perfect to beat the heat wave in most of the Bay Area. But for paraglider…
Tiffany Hayes injured for Valkyries, Alyssa Thomas has triple double
Healthy players and wins are becoming harder and harder to come by for the Valkyries as the season enters its final phase. Golden State dropped its third consecutive game when…
Willy Adames, SF Giants lose to William Contreras, Milwaukee Brewers
Willy Adames held his helmet above his head as he stood near home plate and acknowledged the ovation he was given by Milwaukee Brewers fans at American Family Field. He…