OAKLAND — Jason Richardson scored 22 points on his 25th birthday and the Golden State Warriors thrived without suspended guard Baron Davis, beating the lifeless Cleveland Cavaliers 99-79 on Friday night.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Blue Jackets defenseman Bryan Berard apologized to his team and the Columbus fans Friday, saying he’s “embarrassed” he’s been suspended from international competition for two years after testing positive for a banned steroid.

NEW YORK — The Bush administration is letting Cuba play ball.

From The Associated Press

SAN FRANCISCO — Lots of San Francisco Giants fans were sad to see their favorite first baseman J.T. Snow go at the end of the 2005 season.

Nothing like getting your first league win out of the way on your first try. The Calistoga High basketball teams did just that on Friday night at McGreane Gym in their North Central League II South openers against the Santa Rosa Christian Lions.

From Register Staff

Snatching a page from their past, along with a slew of late-game steals, the Indians sustained their perfect pace on Friday night.

The Flyway Festival celebrates migratory and native birds with outings, education, exhibits, art and music

Flyway Festival events will be held on Mare Island in Vallejo and throughout the North Bay region. Here are a few Napa County outings offered during the festival:

* Napa River