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CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anthony Davis, 32; Thora Birch, 43; Johnny Knoxville, 54; Terrence Howard, 56. Happy Birthday: Stop waiting for someone else to make a move. Take the path that leads to your destination of choice. Take the guessing out of your life, define what you want and don’t stop until you are satisfied with the results. Be the one to lead the way and bask in the glory of taking responsibility for your happiness. Put your energy where it brings the highest return. Your numbers are 8, 15, 21, 29, 32, 38, 44. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Do something to help others. Pitching in will make you feel grateful for who you are and what you have and will bring you in contact with people who share your sentiments. Expand your circle of friends and interests, and you’ll discover something you want to pursue. Self-improvement and love are favored. 5 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Impulsiveness will lead to poor choices. Concentrate on one thing at a time, and you’ll accomplish what you set out to do. Timing is everything; thought and

TODAY’S WORD — GOALIES (GOALIES: GO-lees: Players who defend the goal in any of various sports, e.g., soccer.) Average mark 21 words Time limit 25 minutes Can you find 25 or more words in GOALIES? The list will be published tomorrow. YESTERDAY’S WORD — SCIOLIST: scot silo silt slit slot soil solicit stoic clot coil colitis colt cost licit list loss lost lotic toil To purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last! RULES OF THE GAME: 1. Words must be of four or more letters. 2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed. 3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible. 4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed. Contact Word Game creator Kathleen Saxe at kzsaxe@gmail.com.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: If we renewed the lovely fashion of wearing gloves, people wouldn’t have to fear catching germs from shaking hands or appearing rude for refusing. GENTLE READER: Why didn’t Miss Manners think of that? Not only would it solve the problems you mention, but it would allow her to wallow in a treasure trove of forgotten customs. And as a bonus, it might alert those involved in plays and shows set in the past to use period costumes properly, which they almost never do. Even in lavish movies and television series, the supposedly refined characters eat and drink while wearing gloves, which is — ewww! Removing gloves before eating is a strict rule. But if you have a glass or a canape or a fork in your hands, that is an obvious and polite excuse for not shaking hands. Just practice the regretful smile that should accompany the refusal. Aside from protective gloves worn for tasks like waxing your car or dyeing your hair — during which, presumably, you don’t socialize — gloves are now chiefly worn for warmth. Greeting someone outdoors in

DEAR ABBY: I was invited to my niece’s wedding, and I immediately RSVP’d “yes.” I was also invited by her sister to the bridal shower and responded affirmatively. I have a service dog I take with me everywhere. I advised both parties that I was bringing him. The sister told me that I could leave my service dog outside on the porch or else I was uninvited. Now, three months after saying yes to the wedding, I am being told I’m uninvited to the wedding because of my service dog. Am I expected to still give a wedding gift? I had planned to give my niece my sterling silver dinner set. What do I do now? — GOING, NOT GOING, IN ILLINOIS DEAR GOING: Forget about the shower and wedding gift. If you feel generously inclined, send the happy couple a nice card. If your animal is, indeed, a trained service dog to help you should you need it, it was wrong to rescind your invitation(s). Your dog would have been well-behaved and wouldn’t have caused a distraction. DEAR ABBY: I have been married for

Today is Tuesday, March 11, the 70th day of 2025. There are 295 days left in the year. Today in history: On March 11, 2011, a magnitude-9 earthquake and resulting tsunami struck Japan’s northeastern coast, killing nearly 20,000 people and severely damaging the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power station. Also on this date: In 1918, what were believed to be the first confirmed U.S. cases of a deadly global flu pandemic were reported among U.S. Army soldiers stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas; 46 soldiers would die. (The influenza outbreak would ultimately kill an estimated 20 million to 40 million people worldwide.) In 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Lend-Lease Act, which provided war supplies to Allied countries during World War II. In 1985, Mikhail Gorbachev was chosen to succeed the late Konstantin Chernenko as general secretary of the Soviet Communist Party. In 2004, three days before general elections in Spain, 10 bombs exploded in quick succession inside commuter trains in Madrid, killing 193 people in an attack linked to al-Qaida-inspired militants. In 2006, former Serb leader Slobodan Milošević was found dead at age 64 of

Yosemite is included in an updated winter storm warning issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 8:20 p.m. The warning is valid from Tuesday 11 p.m. until Thursday, Mar. 13 at 11 p.m. The NWS Hanford CA says to anticipate, “Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet above 4000 feet and up to 4 feet on the highest elevations. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph.” “Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause tree damage,” the NWS said. “If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.” The full list of affected locations includes: Yosemite Yosemite Valley San Joaquin River Canyon Upper San Joaquin River Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge Kings Canyon NP Grant Grove area Sequoia NP South End of the Upper Sierra Emergency alerts in the San Francisco Bay Area All enabled mobile phones in the

By Mark Anderson The Associated Press LAS VEGAS — Augustas Marciulionis and Paulius Murauskas each scored 15 points and No. 19 and top-seeded Saint Mary’s defeated No. 9 seed Pepperdine 74-59 in the West Coast Conference Tournament semifinals Monday night. The Gaels (28-4) play second-seeded Gonzaga or No. 3 San Francisco in the championship game Tuesday night, with the winner receiving the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. Defending tournament champion Saint Mary’s, which has won seven consecutive games and 17 of 18, won’t have to sweat out making the Big Dance for the fourth time in a row. Luke Barrett added 13 points for the Gaels. Pepperdine (13-22) made an unlikely run, beating three higher-seeded teams to set up this meeting. Moe Odum led Pepperdine with 19 points and Stefan Todorovic scored 10. This is the fourth consecutive WCC Tournament final for Saint Mary’s, which lost twice to Gonzaga before beating the Bulldogs 69-60 last year to end their run of four conference championships and 10 of 11. The Gaels are making their sixth appearance in the title game in the past seven

World Sleep Day 2025: Catch Those Zzzs on March 14 Ah, sleep — the magical reset button we all crave but often neglect. March 14, 2025, marks World Sleep Day, an annual global call to prioritize sleep health and tackle the widespread issue of sleeplessness. Here’s a wild stat for you: nearly one-third of people don’t get enough sleep. That’s a lot of folks walking around in zombie mode! So, why not use this day to shine a spotlight on sleep’s importance and explore ways to snooze better? Whether you’re into cozy new pillows, mindfulness apps, or sleep-friendly products like indica flower or CBN-rich cultivars, there’s something for everyone. The Science of Sleep: Why It’s a Big Deal First off, sleep is not just some passive activity where your body hits pause. According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep is critical for memory consolidation, immune function, and even emotional regulation. Skimping on sleep has been linked to increased risks of heart disease, diabetes, and depression. Plus, it’s nearly impossible to crush your goals (or even survive a Monday) when you’re running on empty. The CDC

SAN FRANCISCO — Art Schallock, a left-handed pitcher who in 1951 replaced future Hall of Famer Mickey Mantle on the Yankees’ roster and had been the oldest living former major leaguer, has died. He was 100, having celebrated with a big birthday party when he became a centenarian last spring. His assisted living home announced Saturday that Schallock died Thursday, also providing confirmation from the family. “He passed away peacefully in his loving care community in Sonoma at the age of 100. He would have been 101 in April,” the family said. “A beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Art lived a remarkable life, from serving his country in World War II to achieving his dream of playing Major League Baseball. As a pitcher for the New York Yankees, he was part of a historic era in the sport, contributing to multiple World Series championships. Beyond baseball, Art was known for his kindness, humor, and deep appreciation for the people around him. He lived a life filled with cherished friendships, family, and a passion for the sport that defined much of his journey.” When New

SAN JOSE – A 46-year-old San Jose man was arrested in connection with a pair of violent sexual assaults last month in the city, police said. The incidents happened Feb. 26 in the 300 block of North Fifth Street and Feb. 27 in the 5200 block of Hellyer Avenue, San Jose police Officer Tanya Hernandez said in a news release Monday. In the Feb. 27 incident, the suspect met a woman near Story Road and Knox Avenue. She got into his car voluntarily and they stopped to pick up something from her home before continuing to the area of Hellyer Avenue near Embedded Way. During the drive, the suspect mentioned he had a gun with him but did not brandish it. The suspect took a controlled substance when they arrived at their destination. The woman tried to leave and the suspect violently attacked and sexually assaulted her, Hernandez said. She managed to escape and flag down a passerby, who called authorities. While investigating the case, police learned about the Feb. 26 incident. Hernandez said the suspect in both cases was identified as Lamont Carter, a

4060 Verdosa Drive – Google Street View The property located in the 4000 block of Verdosa Drive in Palo Alto was sold on Feb. 18, 2025. The $2,000,000 purchase price works out to $1,679 per square foot. The house, built in 1948, has an interior space of 1,191 square feet. This is a single-story house. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. The property is equipped with 219 heating and 109 cooling. In addition, the home includes type not specified. The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 6,930 square feet. These nearby houses have also recently been sold: A 1,007-square-foot home on the 700 block of Encina Grande Drive in Palo Alto sold in November 2024, for $2,902,000, a price per square foot of $2,882. The home has 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom. On Solana Drive, Palo Alto, in October 2023, a 2,500-square-foot home was sold for $3,500,000, a price per square foot of $1,400. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. In June 2023, a 816-square-foot home on La Donna Avenue in Palo Alto sold for $2,215,000, a

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Podcast shows Newsom is out of step with state Re: “Newsom opposes trans athletes in women’s sports” (Page A1, March 7). While MAGA believers sabotage government services and steal our data, Gov. Newsom hosted one of them on his podcast. Worse, he demonized our trans siblings by agreeing to the nonexistent link between trans athletes and problems in women’s sports. For shame, Gov. Newsom. Stop spending your time pandering to known bad actors and positioning yourself for the 2028 race. Instead, do your job protecting us from MAGA. Baby Djojonegoro Oakland Newsom exposes his lack of substance Re: “Newsom opposes trans athletes in women’s sports” (Page A1, March 7). The action by Gavin Newsom criticizing trans athletes in women’s sports just confirms that he is nothing more than a smooth-talking pretty boy who has no substance. He showed that previously with his disdain for his own COVID mask-mandate order by going maskless and being around a large, maskless crowd of his rich buddies at The French Laundry, with his kids

OAKLAND — Hundreds of thousands of dollars are pouring into the race to choose Oakland’s next mayor — and almost all of the money is helping Barbara Lee and Loren Taylor, the two candidates widely seen as frontrunners. The shortened fundraising cycle ahead of the April 15 special election has so far seen the two leading candidates generate similar levels of contributions, though labor spending to support Lee’s mayoral bid is reliably dominating the field of outside funding. The campaign for Lee, the recently retired East Bay congresswoman, raised roughly $293,000 from individual donors between Jan. 1 and the end of the latest filing period, March 1. Taylor’s campaign raised about $253,000 in individual contributions over the same period, though it also had raised an additional $57,000 by Dec. 31, before Lee launched her campaign the following month. In a news release late last week, Taylor’s representatives focused on the cumulative fundraising total, $310,000, hailing the results so far as a strong showing for the former city councilmember. “Despite Barbara Lee’s universal name identification and long career in Congress, Taylor’s fundraising results further show that

Measles, a highly infectious and preventable disease considered eliminated in the U.S. a quarter century ago, is now spreading in at least two states. Here are some answers to common questions about the disease, from how it presents to the durability of vaccinations. Q: What is measles and why are we hearing about it now? A: The World Health Organization identifies measles as one of the most contagious diseases, killing up to three out of every thousand children globally. The disease has been preventable since 1963, when American researchers developed a vaccine. In 2000, measles was considered eliminated in the U.S., though occasional cases and outbreaks impacted mostly unvaccinated people. Currently, there are outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico. On March 6, an unvaccinated man in New Mexico died of measles. An unvaccinated school-aged child in West Texas died of the virus last month. The Texas state health department reports that 90% of non-immune people become infected just by being near someone with the airborne sickness. The rubeola virus that causes measles can linger in midair for up to two hours. Q: What are the symptoms

OAKLAND — An autopsy revealed that a 61-year-old man found dead in his North Oakland apartment March 4 died from a gunshot wound, authorities said Monday. The man’s name has not yet been released pending notification of his family. The man was found dead in a partially decomposed state about 8 p.m. March 4 inside his apartment in the 3700 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Way after police were asked to make a wellness check as he had not been seen for a few days. Authorities said the man lived alone in the apartment. An autopsy the next day revealed the man had died from a gunshot wound to the torso, authorities said. Police said it was estimated he had been dead between two and 10 days before he was found. Investigators have not yet determined a motive for the killing, which became the 19th city’s homicide of the year. They did say there was no sign of a forced entry to the apartment and have not ruled out the possibility the man was killed by someone he knew. No arrests have been made

Are you a home cook who’s been searching for a copy of “Pigtails and Frog Legs: A Family Cookbook from Neiman Marcus”? Or what about “Harley and Davidson Family Recipes” or “101 Secrets of California Chefs”? It just so happens that The Bookmark Bookstore, whose sales go to support the Oakland Public Library, recently got a huge donation of cookbooks that it’ll be putting on the shelves March 15-16. Fans of physical media can expect to peruse some 5,000 titles, including ones from local chefs, rare and esoteric selections and historic tomes dating from World War II and earlier. “We’re still digging through items that are on the older side,” says Erin Rivero, operations manager at The Bookmark. “For this first sale (there may be more in the future!), we’ve found titles dating back to the 1940s. We imagine there are even older items in the collection, and we’re excited to unearth those later in the spring and summer.” The Bookmark Bookstore is located in downtown Oakland and, for three decades, has supported the Oakland Public Library with sales of donated books, comics, music and

SAN JOSE — Two picketers from Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265 were involved in a collision with a vehicle Monday morning on the first day of the union striking after contract negotiations with Valley Transit Authority ended in disagreement. The San Jose Police Department responded to a collision between two pedestrians and a vehicle at about 9:14 a.m., authorities said. The incident occurred on the 3900 block of Zanker Road, which is about a block from the Cerone VTA Yard. A video of the incident shared with Bay Area News Group by a bystander shows a white pickup truck making contact with two picketers in neon safety vests, who then fall to the ground. Raj Singh, president of ATU Local 265, said that one person was unable to put any weight on his leg and had lacerations on his arm and legs, and the second person’s neck began to swell after the incident. “It’s already a tough position to be in where the company has refused to budge, and now we’re out of work and people are getting injured,” Singh said. “I don’t want anybody

928 Regalo Way – Google Street View A 2,995-square-foot house built in 1999 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 900 block of Regalo Way in San Ramon was sold on Feb. 18, 2025. The $2,310,000 purchase price works out to $771 per square foot. This is a two-story house. The property is equipped with 219 heating and 103 cooling. Additionally, the home comes with type not specified. The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 6,734 square feet. This article was generated by the Bay Area Home Report Bot, software that analyzes home sales or other data and creates an article based on a template created by humans. Our real estate data comes from public records that have been registered and digitized by local county offices. You can report errors or bugs to content@bayareanewsgroup.com.

Cyndi Lauper isn’t done with Northern California just yet. Having just drawn rave reviews for her performance at Chase Center in San Francisco in November, Cyndi Lauper has announced plans to bring her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour back to the Bay Area as well as the Sacramento area. The Cyndi Lauper trek touches down Aug. 23 at Toyota Amphitheatre in Wheatland, Aug. 24 at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View and Aug. 26 at Toyota Pavilion at Concord. Cyndi Lauper tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. March 14, livenation.com. There is also an artist presale that begins 10 a.m. March 11. Lauper’s Farewell Tour is her first major headlining run in a decade. Lauper is a 2025 nominee for the Rock and Roll Fall of Fame. GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN FAREWELL 2025 SUMMER TOUR DATES: Tue Jul 15 | Buffalo, NY | Darien Lake Amphitheater Thu Jul 17 | Mansfield, MA | Xfinity Center Sat Jul 19 | Wantagh, NY | Northwell at Jones Beach Theater Sun Jul 20 | Philadelphia, PA | TD Pavilion at The Mann

49ers free agency tracker: Elijah Mitchell, Jaylon Moore defecting to Chiefs Offensive tackle Jaylon Moore is the first 49ers player to exit in free agency as the Kansas City Chiefs Jaylon Moore #76 of the San Francisco 49ers leaves the field with an injury during the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on Dec. 22, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) The 49ers are losing running back Elijah Mitchell and offensive tackle Jaylon Moore to the Kansas City Chiefs as NFL free agency talks open. Originally Published: March 10, 2025 at 9:19 AM PDT

SAN JOSE — Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority workers walked off the job Monday after negotiations for a new contract ended in an impasse, leaving commuters scrambling to find other ways to get to work. The Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265 notified VTA last week that they would go on strike, citing concerns over the cost of living and the high rate of inflation, as they sought a more significant raise than VTA was offering in negotiations. Bus and light rail services were suspended at 12:01 a.m. Monday, according to a statement from VTA. These services will remain shut down across the county for the duration of the strike. Paratransit services will continue to operate as usual. “We understand the hardship this service disruption causes, and we are pursuing as many avenues as possible to mitigate the impact to the riding public as quickly as we can,” the VTA said in a statement Sunday night. As commuters traveled through San Jose’s Diridon Station Monday morning, a crowd of people waited for ride shares, walked or rode scooters in place of their normal bus routes.