Lifestyle
San Jose Sixth-Grader Qualifies for National Spelling Bee
Ishani Dasgupta advances from Bay Area regional competition to prestigious national tournament.
Agrihoods Bring Farms to Urban Neighborhoods
These communities built around working farms aim to boost food security, reduce temperatures, and increase biodiversity.
Berryessa Creek Park Warns of Suspected Tainted Dog Treats
Dozens of dog treats found scattered in San Jose park that smelled like insecticide, prompting pet owner concerns and city response.
Economics
Major Carriers Introduce Fuel Surcharges as Shipping Costs Soar
Amazon, UPS, FedEx, and USPS pass on rising transportation expenses to consumers and businesses
Shipping Costs Soar as Major Carriers Add Fuel Surcharges
Amazon, UPS, FedEx, and USPS raise prices to offset rising fuel costs
2026 World Cup Projected to Generate $40.9 Billion for Global GDP
The expanded 48-team tournament is reshaping travel, hospitality, and payment sectors across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Politics
Trump's Clash with Pope Leo XIV Divides Catholics
The president's religious posturing and rocky relationship with the pontiff threaten to alienate his Catholic supporters.
Trump's Racist Video Post Sparks Outrage, No Apology
Former president's controversial social media activity draws bipartisan condemnation
Catholic Church Warns Cuba Nearing Humanitarian Collapse Amid Fuel Crisis
Trump sanctions and blockade choke aid delivery, pushing island toward crisis, church leader says
Sports
Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl Pits Contrasting Styles
Veteran coach Vrabel faces off against rising star Macdonald in a battle of elite defenses and young QBs
Seahawks Kicker and Punter Shine in Low-Scoring Super Bowl
Jason Myers sets Super Bowl records as Seattle defeats New England 29-13
Seahawks Star WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba Evaluated for Concussion During Super Bowl
Smith-Njigba returned in the fourth quarter after being taken to the locker room for evaluation.
Crime
Santa Clara Officer Cleared in Fatal Shooting of Roommate Attacker
District Attorney says officer lawfully used lethal force to stop knife assault.
Co-Founder of Cartel Jalisco Terror Group Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges
Erick 'El 85' Valencia Salazar faces minimum 10-year sentence for federal drug conspiracy
Co-Founder of Cartel Jalisco Terror Group Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges
Erick 'El 85' Valencia Salazar faces minimum 10-year sentence for federal drug conspiracy
