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Letters: Amercia’s poor choice … the lying racist or a man in mental decline

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

Trump/Biden rematch not good for U.S.Biden and Trump are running for president — again? How about a bit of truth? The truth is that a majority of Americans do not want either Biden or Trump to run for president — and they certainly don’t want either one of them to have a second term.These deeply flawed octogenarians have had their bite of the apple and it is time to move on. Trump, with his reckless lies, conspiracy theories, and white supremacy, is unacceptable to millions of voters. Biden, with his mental decline, identity politics, buying votes with “free stuff,” and visions of an ever-growing, all-powerful government, is equally unappealing.If we, as a nation, can’t do better than a Trump/Biden rematch, we are indeed a nation in decline.Richard Stacy, Highlands RanchIt took some time to find a single word that best explains why President Joe Biden is running for a second term. When I happened upon it and recalled its definition, I knew it was so apt. Hubris – applied...

Writer tells jury in lawsuit trial: ‘Donald Trump raped me’

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

By JENNIFER PELTZ and MICHAEL R. SISAK (Associated Press)NEW YORK (AP) — A writer suing Donald Trump took the stand Wednesday to tell jurors that the future president raped her after she accompanied him into a department store fitting room in 1996.“I’m here because Donald Trump raped me, and when I wrote about it, he said it didn’t happen. He lied and shattered my reputation, and I’m here to try and get my life back,” E. Jean Carroll testified.From afar, Trump repeated his insistence that Carroll’s allegations are fiction, writing on his social media site that the case “is a made-up scam,” and more. His comments prompted the judge to warn Trump’s lawyers that he could bring more legal problems upon himself.Trump hasn’t attended the trial thus far, but his lawyers said Tuesday it’s still possible he could decide to testify.The trial comes as Trump again seeks the Republican nomination for president, and weeks aft...

You'll need $1 million to buy a home in these 7 California counties

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

With its relatively mild climate, hundreds of miles of coastline, sports, entertainment and top-tier higher education, it’s no wonder that California is a desirable place to live.But living here comes with a price, especially if you want to own a home near the coast.The latest data released by the California Association of Realtors shows the median single-family home price in the Golden State was $791,490 in March 2023. If you want to live in one of these seven counties, you can expect to pay $1 million or more.7. Santa Cruz County. Median Home Price = $1,205,000Santa Cruz, home to the famous boardwalk, university, picturesque coastline and laid back vibe, isn’t one of California’s most populated counties. But it can be expensive. The median price of a single-family home here is $1.2 million.6. Alameda County. Median Home Price = $1,225,000Encompassing the city of Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area, Alameda County is the 7th-most populated in California. According to the Californ...

Carrie Fisher to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame on Star Wars Day

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

The late movie legend Carrie Fisher will posthumously receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next month. Fisher's ceremony will take place on Star Wars Day, which is May 4. The common phrase for the occasion is "May the Fourth be with You."The actress famously played Princess Leia in the original "Star Wars" trilogy and the sequel trilogy. She'll receive the 2,754th star and will famously join her "Star Wars" costars Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford. “I am happy to add, that her star is just a few feet away from the star of Mark Hamill and across the street from the star of her legendary mother Debbie Reynolds!” said Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.Hamil celebrated the news by tweeting "Long overdue."Fisher's daughter, actress Billie Lourd, is set to accept the honor. The ceremony will take place May 4 at 11:30 a.m. at 6840 Hollywood Blvd. For those who aren't able to attend in person, you can watch the online stream here. Fisher made her film debut in 1975's...

1 Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash on Houghton Road [Tucson, AZ]

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle near Hawk Hill Lane Left HospitalizedTUCSON, AZ (April 26, 2023) – Friday morning, police responded to a hit-and-run crash on Houghton Road that injured one person.The incident happened on April 7th at around 6:30 a.m. where a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle.Furthermore, the vehicle involved fled the scene upon impact and the pedestrian suffered injuries.At this time, there was no information available on the suspect and the road was blocked between Rancho del Este Drive and Hawk Hill Lane.Motorists were advised to use routes Tanque Verde Road or Bear Canyon. It has reopened since.No additional information was released by the authorities and the crash is still under investigation.Those with further information regarding the accident are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.A driver must stop and take certain actions when involved in a motor vehicle accident that results in property damage or injury to another party...

After learning Los Gatos woman’s attacker was moving in, neighbors create a homeschool that keeps him out

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

A fourth bid to place a sexually violent predator in Northern California was blocked after Santa Cruz County neighbors created a small school near his proposed home.Michael Cheek in an image from a online court hearing in November 2021. (Santa Cruz Sentinel) A court order to block the release of Michael Cheek to Bonny Doon was allowed to stand by the state’s Supreme Court.In January, an appeals court had overturned the placement of Cheek in the neighborhood, citing the presence of a school within a quarter-mile of the Iris Lane home. The court said it made no difference that the homeschool was established after neighbors learned in 2021 that Cheek was to live in the community.Cheek, now 71, was convicted in 1980 of kidnapping a 21-year-old Los Gatos woman from Seabright State Beach and raping her. His 20-year prison sentence was delayed while he was moved to Contra Costa County for a hearing related to his probation from a 1979 car theft. He escaped from custody there and...

Longer naps tied to higher risk for obesity, high blood pressure: study

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

People who take longer midday naps are at a higher risk for obesity and high blood pressure, according to Boston researchers who found that “not all siestas are the same.”The Brigham and Women’s Hospital scientists looked at more than 3,000 adults from a Mediterranean population, examining the relationship of midday naps with obesity and other conditions tied to heart disease and diabetes.The researchers found that those who took siestas of 30 minutes or longer (considered long siestas) were more likely to have a higher body mass index, elevated blood pressure, and a cluster of other conditions associated with heart disease and diabetes (metabolic syndrome) — compared with those who didn’t take long siestas.However, those who took short siestas, also known as “power naps,” did not see an increased risk for obesity and other conditions. In contrast, short siesta-takers were less likely to have elevated systolic blood pressure than those who took no siestas, according to the Brigham r...

Comcast Announces New 10G Network is Coming to the Bay Area

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

Sponored ContentAt a series of events in the Bay Area this week, Comcast announced that it will roll out the nation’s largest and fastest multi-gig network to Xfinity and Comcast Business customers throughout Northern California. The newly announced Xfinity 10G Network is a next-generation broadband network that continues to get smarter, faster, and more reliable. The 10G network will reach tens of millions of homes and businesses in the nation by the end of 2023. And by 2025, 50 million U.S. homes and businesses will have access to multi-gigabit speeds.“Streaming live sports, 4K gaming, hybrid work, and virtual reality have gone mainstream in just a few years, and multi-gigabit speeds, capacity, reliability, and low latency are key factors making our connectivity experience superior to the competition,” said Elad Nafshi, Chief Network Officer for Comcast. “Our definition of reliability has to shift from merely being always-on, to powering multiple data-intensive applications across...

20+ Cinco de Mayo parties, parades, and celebrations happening in the Bay

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

Looking for local ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and get your fiesta on? Look no further! From mariachi and margaritas to dance parties, parades, and festivals, here’s all the ways you can celebrate this festive holiday from any corner of the Bay!Cinco de Mayo at Priest Ranch Napa Valley: 2 to 5 p.m. May 5, 6490 Washington St., Yountville. Come out to Priest ranch for tacos, wine, and a mariachi band to kick off the weekends’ festivities. Executive chef Dan Solomon will be serving up delicious street tacos and other festive bites, paired with Priest’s newest releases. Free admission, food and drink available for purchase. exploretock.com/priestranchwines/event/392040Cinco de Mayo Afternoon Sail: 2:45 to 5 p.m. May 5, Slip 465, Sausalito Yacht Harbor, Sausalito. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo aboard the iconic Schooner Freda B. Honor this cultural holiday by appreciating the sights Saof n Francisco, a city rich in Latino history, including views of the Golden Gate Bridge,...

Stabbing victim at Northgate High in Walnut Creek in stable condition

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:48 GMT

(KRON) -- There was a stabbing at Northgate High School in Walnut Creek and one student is in custody, the Mt. Diablo Unified School District confirmed to KRON4. The victim of the stabbing has been taken to a local hospital and is in stable condition, according to the Walnut Creek Police Department.Both of the students involved were in the 9th grade and were acquaintances. The suspect is a male and the victim is a female. No other students were involved. Victim who died in North Beach shooting was attempting to rob other victims, arrest made The Walnut Creek Police Department told KRON4 it received a call around 1 p.m. on a report that a student had assaulted another student and that medical attention was required. There are counselors on-site who will remain on-site on Wednesday. Students have returned to class.Police are calling the event an isolated incident and say there is no further threat to students or staff.The suspect was taken to the Contra Costa Juvenile Hall and is be...