At least 4 killed, dozens injured in tour bus crash off central California highwaySOLEDAD, Calif. — A tour bus overturned on a central California highway overpass Tuesday afternoon, killing at least four people and injuring dozens, authorities said. At least 3 killed, dozens injured in tour bus crash off central California highwaySOLEDAD, Calif. — At least three people were killed and dozens injured in a tour bus crash on a Central California highway overpass, authorities said Tuesday. At least 2 killed, dozens injured in tour bus crash off central California highwaySOLEDAD, Calif. — At least two people have died in a tour bus crash at a highway overpass in the central California city of Soledad. California Highway Patrol reports dozens of injuries in Soledad tour bus crashSOLEDAD, Calif. — Authorities say a tour bus has crashed in central California, injuring dozens of passengers. Underdog Ducks finish stunner, ousting top-seeded Sharks with 4-1 win in fight-filled Game 6ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Anaheim Ducks needed a gritty late-season surge just to make the playoffs, while the San Jose Sharks coasted in with the NHL’s best record and expectations of a long playoff run. Duck coup! Anaheim ousts top-seeded Sharks with 4-1 win in fight-filled Game 6ANAHEIM, Calif. — Although the San Jose Sharks wouldn’t go down without a fight or two, the Anaheim Ducks can take a punch as impressively as they took this playoff series from the NHL’s best regular-season team. Federal judge upholds $100M Mattel verdict over Bratz dolls, appoints receiver for MGARIVERSIDE, Calif. — A federal judge upheld a $100 million jury verdict Monday for Mattel Inc. in a lengthy legal battle over rights to the Bratz doll, a rival to Mattel’s Barbie. Heard the one about the ill late-night host? Leno jokes on ‘Tonight’ about his absenceLOS ANGELES — Jay Leno bounced back from an illness, returning to “Tonight” with jokes about swine flu, the 103-degree fever that sent him to the hospital and the armed guard he said kept him company. Former Orange County, Calif., sheriff sentenced to 5½ years in prison for witness tamperingSANTA ANA, Calif. — A judge sentenced a former Southern California sheriff on Monday to 5½ years in prison for witness tampering and gave him a tongue lashing for boasting that he had been acquitted of most charges. Snoop Dogg testifies in civil trial; says he didn’t hit man with microphoneSANTA MONICA, Calif. — Snoop Dogg says he didn’t hit a man with his microphone during a 2005 concert melee. Lions Gate signs multiyear distribution deal with Relativity MediaSANTA MONICA, Calif. — Boutique movie studio Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. said Monday it has signed a multiyear deal to distribute Relativity Media productions in the U.S. SonicWall expects to post profit in 2nd quarter; revenue outlook slightly below expectationsSUNNYVALE, Calif. — Network security technology company SonicWall Inc. said Monday it expects to post a profit of 2 cents or 3 cents per share in the second quarter. SonicWall reports 1st-quarter profit as costs declineSUNNYVALE, Calif. — Network security technology company SonicWall Inc. posted a first-quarter profit Monday, reversing a year-earlier loss that was hurt by restructuring charges and higher costs. Southern California mother charged with murder of 18-month-old daughter she reported missingLANCASTER, Calif. — A Southern California mother has been charged with murdering the 18-month-old daughter she initially reported missing last month. Horse racing days at Del Mar cut due to economic reasonsDEL MAR, Calif. — Officials say horse racing at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club has been cut to five days a week due to economic reasons. Book advises ‘Travel Therapy’ for whatever ails youBERKELEY, Calif. — Whether you are recovering from an illness, getting over a lost love, exhausted from everyday stress, celebrating a milestone or reinventing yourself, a new book called “Travel Therapy: Where Do You Need To Go?” has suggestions on destinations and activities that match your frame of mind. Former Orange County sheriff to learn sentence on federal witness tampering convictionSANTA ANA, Calif. — It’s been more than five years since federal prosecutors began building their sweeping public corruption case against former Orange County Sheriff Michael Carona. Former Orange County sheriff to learn sentence on federal witness tampering convictionSANTA ANA, Calif. — It’s been more than five years since federal prosecutors began building their sweeping public corruption case against former Orange County Sheriff Michael Carona. Ducks in spotlight with best chance to close out Sharks in Game 6SAN JOSE, Calif. — Perhaps now it’s the Anaheim Ducks’ turn to grip their sticks a little bit tighter. Suzuki has 3 RBIs, Eveland picks up first win of season as Athletics beat Rays 7-1OAKLAND, Calif. — Kurt Suzuki drove in three runs, Dana Eveland pitched into the sixth inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-1 on Sunday. Kendrick and Rivera homer off Washburn in Angels’ 8-0 win over MarinersANAHEIM, Calif. — Jarrod Washburn has left Angel Stadium on the losing end of a decision more times than not over the past 12 seasons. It wasn’t even close this time, thanks to Jered Weaver and Howie Kendrick. Survey: Gas prices hold steady in US at $2.05 a gallon for regular grade gasolineCAMARILLO, Calif. — Gas prices in the U.S. are holding steady. Patrick Marleau scores in OT, Sharks avoid elimination with 3-2 win over DucksSAN JOSE, Calif. — Joe Thornton circled the net in overtime and slid a pass in front. Patrick Marleau and Devin Setoguchi blindly hacked at the puck until Anaheim goalie Jonas Hiller back-heeled it into his own net. Chivas picks up MLS-high fifth win, beats FC Dallas 2-0CARSON, Calif. — Atiba Harris scored in the 68th minute as CD Chivas USA beat FC Dallas 2-0 on Saturday night. Branyan’s 3-run homer triggers Mariners’ 9-8 win over Angels, Umps’ call upheld by replayANAHEIM, Calif. — Russell Branyan gave Angels emergency starter Anthony Ortega a rude welcome to the big leagues with a three-run homer in the first inning, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 9-8 victory over Los Angeles on Saturday night. Replay upholds umps ruling on fan interference, Matthews settles for double instead of homerANAHEIM, Calif. — Umpires needed a video replay Saturday night to confirm Gary Matthews Jr.’s drive in the third inning of the Los Angeles Angels’ game against the Seattle Mariners was a double after fan interference. Giambi homers, Garciaparra drives in three runs to lead Oakland over Rays 5-2OAKLAND, Calif. — Jason Giambi hit the first homer of his second stint with Oakland, Nomar Garciaparra hit a three-run double and the Athletics beat the Tampa Bay Rays 5-2 on Saturday to snap a five-game skid. Sen. Boxer readies Calif. Democrats for special interest attacks in 2010 re-election bidSACRAMENTO, Calif. — U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer is warning Democratic supporters to get ready for a tough re-election campaign next year. San Francisco snags star wide receiver Michael Crabtree when he slips to 10th pickSANTA CLARA, Calif. — When Michael Crabtree unexpectedly slipped to the 10th pick in Saturday’s NFL draft, the San Francisco 49ers eagerly caught their highest-profile receiver since Terrell Owens left town. Raiders draft speedy WR Heyward-Bey with No. 7 pick, passing up Crabtree, MaclinALAMEDA, Calif. — Al Davis has always prized speed above almost all other attributes when it comes to the draft. |