Text of President Barack Obama's speech on the fight against terrorism at the National Defense University, as provided by the White House:

While baseball may be America’s favorite pastime, there’s no need to have swung a bat in your life to recognize iconic baseball parks across the U.S. Baseball became a national sport in the 1850s but the turn of the 20th century brought construction to what many Americans deem the most important baseball stadiums in history – including the Red Sox stomping grounds and the most expensive stadium ever built: Yankee Stadium. Whether you opt for the peanuts or Cracker Jack, there’s no doubt you will enjoy the game at one of these famous baseball parks in America.

While baseball may be America’s favorite pastime, there’s no need to have swung a bat in your life to recognize iconic baseball parks across the U.S. Baseball became a national sport in the 1850s but the turn of the 20th century brought construction to what many Americans deem the most important baseball stadiums in history – including the Red Sox stomping grounds and the most expensive stadium ever built: Yankee Stadium. Whether you opt for the peanuts or Cracker Jack, there’s no doubt you will enjoy the game at one of these famous baseball parks in America.

(BPT) - Warm weather is here, bringing barbecues, picnics and more time spent outdoors. Everyone should be able to enjoy these popular pastimes, including the up to six million Americans at risk for a severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis. For these people, a bee sting, shrimp on the barbecue or a latex balloon may lead to a life-threatening emergency. That’s why it’s important to have a plan in place to help avoid allergens and be prepared if accidental contact occurs.

An apartment building on Walnut Street was evacuated on Saturday afternoon while police arrested a man on suspicion of attempting to stab a woman.

With nearly 60 years of law enforcement experience between them, friends and co-workers Sgt. Val Chaban and Lt. Steve Carillo retired together Tuesday, fulfilling a pact made last year.

Lodi Police Department's SWAT team traversed a grueling four-mile obstacle course at Lodi Lake Thursday, weighed down by fatigue and heavy combat boots.

Police arrested a man at the Lodi Econolodge motel today after they said he made threats against the motel manager.

Galt Police Lt. Jim Uptegrove is retiring next month after one of the longest career stints in the department's history.