San Mateo man held after knife attack on mother
A 53-year-old San Mateo man is being held without bail after police say he stabbed his elderly mother.
AOL’s Patch drops hyperlocal hatchet
AOL’s hyperlocal news provider Patch is slashing 500 jobs in a desperate bid for profitability.
What to watch for: 49ers-Chiefs
Here are five positions fans should keep an eye on during tonight’s 49ers preseason game at Kansas City.
Cops: Child porn suspect was downloading at police station
Santa Cruz police say a 48-year-old man was downloading child porn — while being questioned.
Do rats have souls?
Researchers have shown dying rats may undergo something similar to near-death experiences. But so what?
Why are so many Americans in prison?
How much of a dent Eric Holder’s policy shift will make in the prison population remains unclear.
New Zealand, Luna Rossa renew rivalry
Luna Rossa are hoping lessons learned in a semi-final sweep of Artemis will boost their challenge to powerhouse Team New Zealand.
Raider Nation sideswiped by fresh LA rumors
Raiders fans had to deal with swirling rumors about yet another possible move to Los Angeles.
Instant replay in baseball is a waste of time
The great game was once unique. Now, more than ever, it’s just like any other sport.
What to look for: Raiders at Saints
The Raiders are in New Orleans, about to attempt to fend off what Coach Dennis Allen calls “a prolific offense.”