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Crown City Open Water Swim A new chapter for a longtime Coronado Fourth of July tradition begins with the Crown City Open Water Swim, formerly known as the Coronado Fourth […]
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show models say every body is a target online
As “skinny” returns to mainstream fashion and wellness culture, several celebrities have expressed fatigue with constant criticism.
Kendall shopping, Whole Foods opening, Miami swimwear. See top business stories
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Here's what Dallas Stars' new arena could look like
Get an early peek at what a new Dallas Stars arena plan could look like in Plano. A new rendering shows what fans and visitors could find at the NHL and entertainment complex.
Austin's Downright hotel rebrands, adds entertainment
An Austin hotel known for its vibrant public spaces is undergoing a rebrand to more fully merge with its parent group's larger portfolio. Formerly known as Downright Austin, a Renaissance Hotel, the property is now known as the Renaissance Austin Downtown Hotel.
Attorney general race: Johnson and Middleton offer competing visions
Democratic Sen. Nathan Johnson of Dallas says he wants to depoliticize the attorney general’s office. Republican Sen. Mayes Middleton of Galveston says he wants to use it to fight the left.
Newsom targets undocumented Californians with healthcare cost increase
California is making it harder for undocumented people to get healthcare.
Don’t swim at these 3 Alabama coastal spots, health officials warn
The sites under a swim advisory in Baldwin County are the Fairhope Public Beach, Gulf State Park Pavillion and Orange Street Pier/Beach.
Vampires, literary monsters and a cake: The Tony Awards offer a number of intriguing, possible wins
The Tony Awards are set to celebrate Broadway's best, with 24 shows vying for wins across 26 categories. Grammy winner Pink hosts the event, airing live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ on Sunday...
D-FW datebook: CPI, home sales and a chat with a celebrity stylist
The week of June 8 features several key economic reports, including the release of the monthly Consumer Price Index.
Stamford Health plans new cancer center, behavioral health facility
Construction is set to start in 2027, with estimated costs around $275 million.
Toxic pollutant from car tires reaching San Francisco Bay, scientists say
A scientific research group here in the Bay Area is generating new evidence about another type of pollution caused not just by cars, but by their tires. It's a chemical known as 6PPD-Q, which is so toxic to some species of fish that it's believed that a single drop in a swimming pool could be fatal.
UTA scientists plan to study how the World Cup affects air quality
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington will use the World Cup in Dallas as a case study to measure how sudden surges in population affect air pollution patterns across the D-FW area.
Vampire Survivors "Wet Update" Is Coming Soon, Here's Everything Included
Better pack your swimsuit
Alaska Science Forum: Research team seeks answers from a changing river
A shifting climate is bringing big, sudden changes to the Kuskokwim River and the people who rely on it
Port Laredo trade summit to draw global business leaders
Hundreds of trade professionals, executives and policymakers are expected to attend Laredo's inaugural Global Trade Summit in July.
Kevin Kiley basks in likely win as Dems fumble Prop. 50 district
Kiley received favorable results late Tuesday night.
Here's how every California county voted for governor
We have a good picture of how each of the state's 58 counties voted.
Swimmers urged to stay out of Lake Nokomis over health risks
The Minneapolis Park Board issued an advisory due to elevated levels of blue-green algae at the lake’s beaches.
Investing in health will spur D-FW economy, healthcare leaders say
At a Wednesday Dallas Regional Chamber Summit, healthcare leaders discussed pathways to closing a stark gap in health outcomes across Dallas, which they say would also boost the economy.
Beluga whales keep switching mates and it may be saving their species
Hidden beneath Arctic waters, beluga whales have long kept their family lives a mystery. By analyzing DNA from more than 600 belugas in Alaska’s Bristol Bay over 13 years, researchers uncovered a surprisingly flexible mating system: both males and females regularly have offspring with different partners over their lifetimes.
What Saikat Chakrabarti got wrong about S.F. in his bid for Congress
Saikat Chakrabarti did not account for the fact that San Francisco has its own set of rules when it comes to running for office, Joe Garofoli writes.
SF: Two Competing Business Tax Measures Both Falling Short In Early Results
Two dueling business tax measures in San Francisco -- Propositions C and D -- are both lagging behind the necessary majority each needs in order to pass, early results showed Tuesday night.
The Women’s Tennis Association is focusing on maternal health, and they want you to join them
Former Wimbledon Champion Marion Bartoli is pushing for access to care and support for pregnant women around the globe.
Many more US voters support gay candidates, but only if they look and act ‘straight,’ study finds
A first-of-its-kind study separates sexuality and gender expression to explore voter attitudes
UConn Student-Athletes Champion Mental Health Awareness - University of Connecticut Athletics
In 2024, Jenna Zydanowicz began a Capstone project for her Master's in Public Health, entitled "Breaking Barriers: Reducing Stigma in College Athletics Throu...
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show 2026 [PHOTOS]
Alix Earle, Lizzo, Bethenny Frankel, Ilona Maher and more walk the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show during Miami Swim Week.
D-FW business datebook: Earnings, Beige Book and a Shakespeare preview
The Dallas-Fort Worth business datebook for the week of May 31 includes the Dallas Regional Chamber's Opportunity Summit, the April Beige Book and a Shakespearean preview at a local bookseller.
Here are the top donors to S.F. politics in recent years
Wealthy donors have poured tens of millions of dollars into San Francisco politics over the last six years.
Midland scores first $7.5M Dave & Buster's entertainment center
A new kind of entertainment is heading west.
9 Stamford businesses, 1 nonprofit cited for serious April violations
Eight Stamford restaurants, a nonprofit and a catering business were cited for serious violations during April health inspections, reports show.
SMU's president has rightly embraced political neutrality
Too many U.S. colleges became political machines. SMU is making space for real debate and the exploration of tough ideas.
Justice Ministry expands 'top-tier visa' program to attract foreign science and tech talents
More science and technology talent will become eligible for South Korea’s "top-tier visa" starting in June, as part of a government policy aimed at attracting m
Pelosi, hailed as ‘forever speaker,’ makes final push for Chan in SF
The speaker emerita campaigned for the San Francisco supervisor to fill the seat Pelosi has held for 40 years.
UH women's golf coach Lydia Lasprilla leaving for Alabama
Lydia Lasprilla had been at UH since 2021 and led Cougars to first appearance in NCAA women's golf championships.
Students can explore health care careers at Laredo College camp
Laredo College is inviting incoming eighth- through 11th-grade students to explore health care careers through its hands-on Health Sciences Camp this summer.
Commonwealth Games 'huge' for Para sport
Scottish swimmer Toni Shaw believes this summer's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow will be "absolutely huge" for the Para sport community.
Northwestern researchers pitch ideas with environmental and health impact
Interdisciplinary teams compete for $200,000 in seed funding
Tilman Fertitta set to acquire Caesars in $17.6 billion deal
Fertitta Entertainment and Caesars Entertainment have reached a deal that will yield an expanded nationwide casino, restaurant and hotel empire.
BUSINESS MATTERS: Beauty by Kort brings hair services to Midland
Get to know Kortnea Bloomfield, the face behind Beauty by Kort.
Spurs Game 6 entertainment, giveaways announced for game vs Thunder
The Spurs announced live performances, giveaways, and in-game entertainment for tonights Game 6 against the Thunder at Frost Bank Center.
Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta to acquire Caesars
The acquisition will combine casinos, restaurants and sports holdings under Fertitta Entertainment. Caesars investors will receive a 49% premium under the deal.
Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta is acquiring Caesars
The acquisition will combine casinos, restaurants and sports holdings under Fertitta Entertainment. Caesars investors will receive a 49% premium under the deal.
Cornyn's past criticism of Trump cost him his reelection
Cornyn's criticism of Trump in 2023 lingered in his failed reelection bid as Trump's social media posts proved.
Early 2000s star brings first solo album in 12 years to Oakland
Rapper Juvenile is set to bring his Boiling Point tour to Oakland’s Fox Theater this summer.
Red snapper fish fight highlights Florida governor’s disdain for science
One of the great joys of living in Florida is our access to fresh seafood — shrimp, scallops, grouper, you name it. I grilled some on Memorial Day and it was delicious! The source of all this bounty, the sea, may look like a limitless expanse, but it’s not. We have to be careful about […]
Beyond the Save: Why Mental Health Matters to URFC’s Mandy McGlynn
By: Isabella Rubis The month of May was chosen by Mental Health America in 1949 as a dedicated time to focus on mental wellness. The month-long spotlight is important to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health, educate the public and amplify the voices of athletes like URFC goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn
LPD: Man arrested after breaking windows at downtown Laredo business
A man was arrested after breaking windows and entering a business on Matamoros Street in the downtown area, Laredo Police said.
Trump celebrates Ken Paxton trouncing Sen. John Cornyn in GOP runoff
Trump’s influence now faces a new test in November as Republicans try to unify after brutal race and Democrats work to cast Paxton as too divisive.
Going swimming? This 1 small water mistake can lead to diarrhea or worse, health officials warn
It's not just at beaches -- Illinois health officials warned that the illnesses can be contracted by people swimming in pools, hot tubs, spas, water parks, rivers and more.
Sewage monitoring at World Cup could help prevent disease outbreaks
During this summer’s FIFA World Cup matches, health officials will monitor wastewater for evidence of measles, COVID, and more.
Former Greek anti-austerity leader Alexis Tsipras steps back into politics
Alexis Tsipras, the combative anti‑austerity leader who railed against Brussels during Greece’s debt crisis, has returned to politics ahead of elections next year. The former prime minister...
Voting in the Texas runoff Tuesday: What to know
Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, in GOP Senate race, end one of state's nastiest campaigns as voters settle congressional, statewide and county battles.
Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump
Democrats are increasingly critiquing each other over their personal stock trades as the party looks to hone its anti-corruption message against President Donald Trump in the midterm elections. In...
Inaugural Pride-centered health fair coming to South Laredo
South Laredo’s first Pride-centered health fair focused on awareness, prevention and community support is set for June.
Texas runoffs reset the races as smaller turnout clouds key battles
Tuesday’s showdown features volatile, lower-turnout contests in which momentum and shifting coalitions could decide the winners.
2026 Capital Region summer guide on music, entertainment, fairs, fests
Need something to do this summer? Here is the Times Union's 2026 summer arts guide for everything from county fairs to concerts and festivals
Enhanced Games results: Swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev breaks world record in final event for $1M bonus; Fred Kerley falls short
Enhanced Games results: Swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev breaks world record in final event, $1M bonus; Fred Kerley falls short
BottleRock artists criticize Trump, spark anti-ICE chants
Concious hip-hop pioneers Arrested Development and performers Fred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker delivered some of BottleRock’s most political moments at BottleRock Napa Valley 2026.
Busta Rhymes brings anti-AI message to BottleRock
During his Napa festival debut, Busta Rhymes celebrated analog showmanship and blasted the technology he says is making performers lazy. See video here.
14 Bay Area concerts you shouldn’t miss this summer
Diljit Dosanjh, ASAP Rocky and Herbie Hancock are also among the acts bringing some of summer’s hottest tours to Bay Area stages.
20 New York beaches under health advisory due to runoff, DOH says
NASSAU COUNTY, N.Y. (PIX11) – A health advisory was issued against swimming at 20 New York beaches, according to the Nassau County Department of Health. The advisory was issued as a precaution for …
LPD officials push for changes to local mental health crisis response
Laredo Police Department officials addressed gaps in local mental health response, lack of funding and the strain on officers during a Rotary Club meeting.
CVS Health (CVS) Price Target Boosted by $8 at Mizuho
With an annual dividend yield of 2.84%, CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) is included among the 12 Best Dividend Stocks to Invest in According to Hedge Funds. America’s leading health solutions company, CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) provides advanced health care from pharmacy services and health plans to health and wellness. On May 20, Mizuho bumped up its price […]
Camp Mystic health chief, Starbase death topped week's news
A state board suspended the nursing license of Camp Mystic's health chief, and OSHA is investigating a worker's death at SpaceX's Starbase. Here's the top news.
Temporary casino to open as work begins on new Naskila Casino Resort
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held June 18 for the new Naskila Casino Resort near Livingston.
2-sport star and record-breaking swimmer among Alaska high school senior signing highlights
Chugiak’s Mary Jo Landon and Eagle River’s Reese Woodward are among the more than 50 college commitments that the Anchorage Daily News has tracked in its latest roundup.
Chronicle sports reporter Ron Kroichick wins APSE award
The veteran sports journalist was recognized for his story about AI’s integration into sports, from the majors to youth leagues.
In 1908, something exploded in the sky over Siberia with hundreds of times the energy of the Hiroshima bomb, flattening more than 2,000 square kilometres of forest. When scientists finally reached the site years later, they found no crater at all
On the morning of 30 June 1908, an object from space exploded above the basin of the Podkamennaya Tunguska River in central Siberia. It flattened roughly 2,150 square kilometres of forest, an area larger than Greater London, and tens of millions of trees were knocked down in a pattern that radiated outward from a single […]
Virginia health officials urge safe swimming pledge after 12 drownings in summer 2025
As swim season gets underway, the Virginia Department of Health is urging families to put safety first before heading to pools.
Virginia health officials urge safe swimming pledge after 12 drownings in summer 2025
As swim season gets underway, the Virginia Department of Health is urging families to put safety first before heading to pools.
Dr. Julie Bazan receives UT Health SA Presidential Excellence Award
Dr. Julie Bazan recently received a Presidential Excellence Award from UT Health San Antonio for her contributions to health education, workforce development and community well being.
Progressives land a big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia. The Democratic Party establishment backed his rivals, but the state representative had support from...
BottleRock 2026 kicks off sold-out weekend in Napa
A running look at the best scenes, photos and standout moments from BottleRock Napa Valley 2026, from major performances to culinary-stage cameos and Wine Country festival life.
California politics isn’t just left vs. right. Our analysis found a third extreme
A data analysis of California precincts voting on ballot measures shows that voters are divided beyond left and right.
Oakland: Health Workers, Activists Protest H.R. 1 Funding Cuts, Call For Billionaire Tax
Around 80 people participated in a symbolic "die-in" in East Oakland on Thursday to protest federal funding cuts to healthcare.
Nursing board suspends Camp Mystic chief health officer’s license
Mary Liz Eastland is accused of endangering campers during the July 4 flash flood that killed 27 guests at the Texas Hill Country retreat
Photos: Prescription for Progress addresses adult-use cannabis in New
The Times Union-convened coalition Prescription for Progress met for a conversation about the health and safety impacts of legalizing adult-use cannabis in New York state.
Momentum 5x5 business pitch competition seeks applicants
The "Shark Tank"-style competition will award a cash prize of $5,000 to the winner. Deadline to enter is July 10.
Stephen Colbert's long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void
Stephen Colbert's run on “The Late Show” ends Thursday, marking the conclusion of his on-air feud with President Donald Trump. Colbert began hosting in 2015 and often criticized Trump and his...
Jack Davis, S.F. political power broker, dies at 79
Jack Davis, the longtime power broker and consultant whose strategic instincts helped shape San Francisco’s politics for decades, died in hospice at his Mission District home. He was 79.
Texas health officials report first human West Nile case of the year
A Texas resident has been diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease, a severe and relatively rare complication of the illness. It’s the first reported human case of West Nile in Texas this...
Trump endorses Ken Paxton in race for Texas U.S. Senate seat
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton had both been vying for Trump's endorsement ahead of their runoff May 26.
TXSE pulls from Jane Street, blockchain, D-FW business for new leaders
The upstart exchange announced its board of directors, while its parent company TXSE Group named a CFO.
Meet ‘Snuffleupagus,’ a newfound fish sporting shaggy camouflage
Found near Australia, Solenostomus snuffleupagus is a shaggy swimmer that closely resembles Mr. Snuffleupagus from Sesame Street.
Maryville Memorial Day event to open Legion pavilion
A ribbon-cutting is planned for 5 p.m. before live music begins.
Texas politics has a bigger antisemitism problem than District C
Joe Panzarella’s runoff win came despite a late attack over a CAIR endorsement, but other Texas candidates deserve far more serious scrutiny over antisemitism, writes Opinion Editor Evan Mintz.
The booming business of anti-California merch
Being anti-California has become a business.
Xavier Becerra faces attacks from all sides in Calif. governor's race
Becerra came under fire last week for his link to a recent fraud scandal.
Bolton to step down as All England Club chief
Sally Bolton will step down as the All England Lawn Tennis Club's (AELTC) chief executive after Wimbledon following six years in the role.
L.A. Fitness, J. Crew among businesses opening in CT
The latest Connecticut retail news includes a gym closure at Connecticut Post Mall and a Branford restaurant shutting down.
Sames, local organizations recognized at Laredo Chamber awards
Evelyn Sames, Clear Choice Emergency Room and other local leaders were recognized during the Business Icons Awards in Laredo.
Here and Now: Universal childcare, legendary Black athletes, reimagined 'Cats' on Broadway
On this episode of Here and Now, Sandra Bookman sits down with various guests to discuss universal childcare, legendary Black athletes, innovative programs in the Office of Criminal Justice, and a re-imagined Broadway production.
Union offers no-cost health care to members in Latham
United Association Local 7 held a grand opening for its new health clinic for union members and their families at the Capital Region Health Park in Latham on Saturday.
Letters – President Trump, media vitriol and political violence
Readers respond to a column by Talmage Boston on the media, assassinations and unhinged rage
Future of hockey at Bridgeport arena unclear as bidders tour facility
The Wonderland of Ice manager joined the final tour of the municipal entertainment arena for potential new operators now that Islanders hockey is off to Canada.
The Connecticut high school sports roundup for Friday, May 15
A look around the Connecticut high school sports scene for Friday, May 15, 2026