By MARK SHERMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration on Monday renewed its request for the Supreme Court to clear the way for plans to downsize the federal workforce, while a lawsuit filed by labor unions and cities proceeds. The high court filing came after an appeals court refused to freeze a California-based judge’s … Read more
If you rely on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) to help cover your groceries each month, there’s some important news you should know about. As of late May 2025, a few states have either temporarily paused or are proposing serious changes to their food stamp programs — and that could impact your benefits. Let’s break … Read more
A big San Jose hotel has been put up for sale at a time when the Bay Area lodging market is struggling. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To log in, click here. Originally Published: June 2, 2025 at 8:25 AM PDT
June 2, 2025 — In a bizarre twist of fortune, a North Carolina man who believed he had finally turned his luck around after winning a $3.6 million lottery jackpot is now embroiled in a legal battle — not over the prize itself, but over love and betrayal. The man, whose name is being withheld … Read more
CLOVIS —After Clara Adams appeared to have become a state track champion Saturday night, controversy erupted to mar what was thought to be a historic achievement. Clara Adams, shown here earlier this season, won the state meet 400-meter race but was later disqualified. (John Devine — Monterey Herald) Adams, a North Salinas High sophomore, was … Read more
President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful” tax bill would jeopardize food assistance for tens of thousands of low-income Coloradans, while requiring the state to pick up tens of millions of dollars in new spending, according to analyses from two think tanks. Trump and House Republicans’ bill, which passed the U.S. House on May 22, would seek … Read more
June 2, 2025 — North Lawndale, Chicago — A generous $50,000 donation from actor and activist Jussie Smollett is bringing new life to youth arts programming at the North Lawndale Arts Center, one of the West Side’s most cherished cultural spaces. The unexpected contribution has sparked excitement and gratitude among community leaders, parents, and young … Read more
The Republican-led House of Representatives has passed its “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” but before you dig into the more than 1,000-word tomb, it’s probably better to wait until the Senate puts its imprint on it. The basic outline is what most expected: the extension of most of the 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act (passed … Read more
(Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems.) Bison, elk, bighorn sheep, marmots, beaver and chipmunks are some of Colorado’s most familiar … Read more
June 2, 2025 — Springfield, IL — With a $770 million budget shortfall threatening to derail Chicago’s public transportation system, Illinois lawmakers are under mounting pressure to strike a funding deal before the General Assembly adjourns this week. If no resolution is reached, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) warns it may be forced to implement … Read more