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By TODD RICHMOND and ELLIOT SPAGAT, Associated PressFederal immigration officers will target more than 300 people with histories of egregious, violent crimes after President-elect Donald Trump takes office Monday, an official said, marking his administration’s initial attempt toward fulfilling his promise of large-scale deportations.The operation will be concentrated in the Chicago area, according to the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because plans have not been made public. Arrests are expected all week.U.S. Immigration and Customs and Enforcement arrests a fraction of its targets in such operations, though Trump is expected to cast a wider net than President Joe…

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) reacts after making a touchdown catch against the Buffalo Bills during the first quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir (10) celebrates with quarterback Josh Allen (17) and tight end Dawson Knox (88) after a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the second quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus) Buffalo Bills fans waits for the start of an NFL divisional playoff…

SACRAMENTO – A week doesn’t go by that I don’t get at least one unsolicited offer for my property, typically from investors who don’t use a company name or last name. They often claim to have driven by the house and want this particular one. On occasion, a legitimate real-estate agent will contact me with a potential buyer, but I assume most of these are fishing expeditions from low-ballers and scammers.It’s annoying, but people have every right to offer to buy stuff. They get the information from public records, but the value of having public records outweighs the annoyance of…

By TIM SULLIVAN, Associated PressThe ominous letters went to hundreds of state and local officials across the U.S. two days before Christmas. It was a potential blueprint for how the Trump administration may attack “sanctuary” jurisdictions that resist mass deportations.They threatened criminal prosecutions and lawsuits going after officials’ personal finances. They invoked RICO, the federal statute often used to fight organized crime.“You and your subordinates could potentially face up to 20 years in prison,” America First Legal, a group led by current and former advisors to President-elect Donald Trump, said in the letter. Its president, Stephen Miller, will be deputy…

Sepp Straka poses with the trophy after winning the American Express golf tournament in La Quinta, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025. (AP Photo/William Liang) Sepp Straka holds the trophy after winning the American Express golf tournament in La Quinta, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025. (AP Photo/William Liang) Sepp Straka hits from the fourth tee at the Pete Dye Stadium Course during the final round of the American Express golf tournament in La Quinta, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025. (AP Photo/William Liang) Sepp Straka hits from the first tee at the Pete Dye Stadium Course during the final round of the…

Soon we will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Across the nation, tributes will be paid to the man who gave his life to ensure that we would be free at last. Marching bands will parade down boulevards bearing his name as politicians wave to assembled crowds. Schools, parks and libraries bear his name; statues stand erect.So many honors for a man who inspired us to dream. But are African Americans anywhere near “the promised land”?It’s been:• 71 years since Brown v. Board of Education ended school segregation.• 62 years since Dr. King led the March on…

By SOPHIA TAREEN, Associated PressCHICAGO (AP) — The Rev. Homero Sanchez said he didn’t realize the depth of fear in the Chicago immigrant community he serves until someone asked him to handle the sale of their family’s home and other finances if they are picked up this week when President-elect Donald Trump takes office.Immigrants in large cities have been preparing for mass arrests since Trump won election in November, but reports that his initial push would be in the Chicago area has brought a new sense of urgency and fear.“They feel they have been targeted for who they are. They…

Congress appears likely to pass the Laken Riley Act this month. The legislation is branded as targeting noncitizen criminals like the man who murdered Georgia nursing student Laken Riley last year. Unfortunately, the legislation misses the target.The federal government’s immigration enforcement system already prioritizes the detention and removal of serious criminals. Unfortunately, President-elect Trump will rescind those policies, letting officers arrest anyone here illegally regardless of whether they threaten Americans. The LRA could be a perfect opportunity for Congress to bind Trump’s hands and force him to prioritize criminals.But the LRA is a sloppy bill. The LRA’s first section requires the…

Philadelphia Eagles players do snow angels after Eagles cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (34) recovered a fumble during the second half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola) Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zack Baun celebrates after recovering a fumble by Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford during the second half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) A Philadelphia Eagles’ fan cheers during the second half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game between the Eagles…

The Dodgers aren’t content to build the best starting rotation in baseball this winter. They’re trying to do the same with their bullpen. According to multiple reports, the Dodgers have reached agreement on a four-year, $72 million contract with free agent left-hander Tanner Scott, the best reliever available on this year’s free-agent market. As has become usual in the Dodgers’ recent deals, the contract includes a big signing bonus ($21 million) and deferred salary ($20 million), lowering the immediate payroll hit for the Dodgers while giving the player tax advantages. The 30-year-old Scott joins a bullpen group that already includes…