Mike Vrabel tells reporters he loves his wife, one month into ‘counseling’

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel on the field at Mile High's Empower Field.

Mike Vrabel left the New England Patriots on the third day of the NFL Draft and previously said he would seek “counseling” after his relationship with reporter Deanna Russini was revealed on Soap Opera. Now, speaking to reporters for the first time since the draft, the coach provided an update on the process of getting … Read more

Alam Rock Counseling Center Award has special meaning for Blanca Alvarado

Former Santa Clara County Supervisor Blanca Alvarado, second from left, stands with Santa Clara County Supervisors Betty Duong and Sylvia Arenas, Alum Rock Counseling Center CEO David Mineta and others at the ARCC fundraising lunch at Mexican Heritage Plaza in San Jose on Friday, May 22, 2026. (Sal Pizarro/Bay Area News Group)

As a legendary community leader in Santa Clara County, Blanca Alvarado has received numerous honors, plaques, and trophies over the years. But receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from Alum Rock Counseling Center on Friday had personal meaning for her. “Alum Rock Counseling Center holds a special place in my heart,” said Alvarado, who is the … Read more

Are all ultra-processed foods bad? Be careful when counseling patients

Are all ultra-processed foods bad? Be careful when counseling patients

For some consumers, eating donuts is an obsessive habit. “I can’t even be near donuts…any kind of donut, because I’d eat a dozen by myself. I’m type 2 diabetic, so that could kill me…but for some reason I can’t stop eating donuts.” The American diet contains too many processed foods, and “there is growing concern … Read more