Amazon to contribute $1 million to Trump’s inauguration fund. Meta is also donating $1M
NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is planning to donate $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, a move that comes as major tech…
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DoorDash steps up driver ID checks after traffic safety complaints
AP Business Writer DoorDash will require its drivers to verify their identities more often as part of a larger effort to crack down on unauthorized…
Continue ReadingSteve Kerr deems foul call that led to Warriors’ loss to Rockets in NBA Cup ‘unconscionable’
AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — Golden State coach Steve Kerr said a foul call against his team that led to a loss to Houston on Wednesday night in…
Continue Reading3,700 people return to Malibu homes as weather conditions improve and help firefighters battle blaze
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — More than 3,700 residents were allowed to return to their Malibu homes on Thursday after calmer winds and rising humidity in…
Continue ReadingNo. 23 San Diego State beats Cal Baptist 81-75 after nearly blowing 19-point lead
AP Sports Writer SAN DIEGO (AP) — Miles Byrd scored 19 points and made two highlight-reel plays for No. 23 San Diego State, which blew most of a…
Continue ReadingGreen makes late free throws, Rockets beat Warriors 91-90 to reach NBA Cup semifinals
AP Sports Writer HOUSTON (AP) — Jalen Green made two free throws with 3.5 seconds left and the Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors 91-90…
Continue ReadingSan Francisco defeats Stanislaus State 68-52
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Ndewedo Newbury scored 17 points as San Francisco beat Stanislaus State 68-52 on Wednesday. Newbury also contributed three…
Continue ReadingNew Jersey, home to many oil and gas producers, eyes fees to fight climate change
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — It’s not an accident that “The Sopranos,” the quintessential show about New Jersey, opens with its…
Continue ReadingTrevin Knell’s double-double leads outburst as BYU routs Fresno State 95-67
PROVO, Utah (AP) — Trevin Knell had a season-high 22 points and a career-high 10 rebounds, five other teammates reached double figures in scoring,…
Continue ReadingBatherson has 3 goals and an assist as Senators beat Ducks 5-1
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Drake Batherson had three goals and an assist, and the Ottawa Senators beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 Wednesday night for their…
Continue ReadingWNBA and players’ union meet to discuss new CBA
AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA and the league’s players union met in person Wednesday to discuss a new collective bargaining…
Continue ReadingWest Coast Conference sues Grand Canyon for breach of contract after quick exit
AP Basketball Writer The West Coast Conference is suing Grand Canyon University over breach of contract after the school changed course and decided…
Continue ReadingChargers QB Justin Herbert does not practice because of left ankle injury
AP Sports Writer EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Justin Herbert is dealing with an ankle injury for the second time this season. The Chargers quarterback…
Continue Reading49ers look to maintain their ‘urgency’ when they host the rival Rams
AP Pro Football Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — At this point the past two seasons, the San Francisco 49ers were fighting for playoff positioning…
Continue ReadingHannah Kobayashi, missing Hawaii woman whose disappearance prompted a massive search, is found safe
Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hannah Kobayashi, the missing Hawaii woman whose disappearance prompted a massive search and a missing persons…
Continue ReadingShane Bieber says bonds led to re-signing with Guardians after he missed ’24 following elbow surgery
AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber’s comeback with Cleveland has double meaning. And deeper meaning. The former Cy Young winner…
Continue ReadingGoogle forges ahead with its next generation of AI technology while fending off a breakup threat
AP Technology SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google on Wednesday unleashed another wave of artificial intelligence designed to tackle more of the work and…
Continue ReadingLouisiana rapper NBA Youngboy gets nearly 2 years in jail for gun-related charges
LOGAN, Utah (AP) — A federal judge in Utah sentenced Louisiana rap artist NBA Youngboy to just under two years in prison on gun-related charges…
Continue ReadingLeBron James is excused from Lakers’ practice and status for next game is unclear amid foot injury
AP Sports Writer EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James was excused from the Los Angeles Lakers’ practice on Wednesday for personal reasons,…
Continue ReadingApple’s latest iPhones get the gift of more AI as holiday shopping season heats up
AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple is pumping more artificial intelligence into the latest iPhones during the holiday shopping season…
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