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September 19, 2024
Newsom’s gas price proposal debated at special session legislative hearings
Special legislative session underway to consider Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposal to keep gas prices from spiking.
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September 19, 2024
Newsom signs housing bill package to ‘turn up the heat’ on development-averse cities
The governor also took questions about a crime measure on the November ballot.
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September 19, 2024
Get ready to raise the woof at San Jose’s Bark in the Park
This year’s canine gathering at William Street Park is expected to draw more than 1,000 pups and 5,000 people to William Street Park.
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September 19, 2024
Flag-raising dispute at San Jose’s Viet Heritage Garden continues to divide community
A feud between a San Jose city councilmember and a Vietnamese group continues to rage on over why the city changed the locks on the Viet Her...
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September 19, 2024
3 charts that explain the rising risk of Valley fever in California
California has seen a notable increase in the number of valley fever cases so far this year, compared to recent years, and climate change is...
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September 19, 2024
Single mother killed by vehicle in Burlingame was selfless, caring, friend says
“Yolanda was one of the most selfless people I’ve ever known,” said a close family friend.
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September 19, 2024
San Jose ‘Girl Dad’ gets ‘first impression rose’ on ‘The Golden Bachelorette’ premiere
Father of three Keith Gordon, a Chappell Roan fan from Willow Glen, stirred some warm feelings in Joan Vassos during the season premiere of...
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September 19, 2024
San Jose final goal for blighted vacant lot: sell ‘nuisance’ property
San Jose final goal for blighted vacant lot: sell ‘nuisance’ property
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September 19, 2024
Bay Area Metallica fans are finally getting what they wanted
Metallica fans in the Bay Area have been waiting for the mighty metal band to announce local dates for their M72 tour — today they got their...
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September 19, 2024
Dismissal sought as 11th-hour charges against cops in Mario Gonzalez’s death draw fresh scrutiny
Attorneys for the three officers say Price’s office violated the statute of limitations when she charged each of the men with involuntary ma...
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September 19, 2024
Kurtenbach: Brandon Aiyuk is paid like a superstar. Now he has to be one
Brandon Aiyuk’s lackluster opening to the season cannot continue with Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey sidelined.
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September 19, 2024
Statewide poll shows runaway support for Prop. 36 measure to toughen theft, drug crime penalties
PPIC findings show the ballot initiative borne out of frustration with property crime and fentanyl dealing has 71% support from likely voter...
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September 18, 2024
At long last, the Fed is slashing interest rates. Is it time to buy a home in the Bay Area?
At long last, the Fed is slashing interest rates. Is it time to buy a home in the Bay Area?
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September 18, 2024
Muwekma Ohlone Tribe accuse congressional leaders of obstructing local support
A local tribe seeking federal recognition has accused congressional leaders of obstructing the process, including interfering in their effor...
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September 18, 2024
49ers begin Rams preparation minus Deebo, McCaffrey
Now comes the hard part for Kyle Shanahan — devising a game plan without Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey.
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September 18, 2024
Bay Area arts: 11 cool shows and concerts to catch this weekend
From 2 timely stage shows to a modern rock icon and fun with dinosaurs, there is a lot to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend and beyond...
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September 18, 2024
Housing project with affordable homes may sprout on big Los Gatos site
More than 100 homes, some of them affordable, could sprout on empty land in Los Gatos.
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September 18, 2024
Fremont teen once bullied for his hairstyle takes home ‘best in flow’ at national mullet championship
Fremont teen once bullied for his hairstyle takes home ‘best in flow’ at national mullet championship
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September 18, 2024
Kimberly Guilfoyle ‘blindsided’ by Donald Trump Jr.’s ‘dalliance’ with Palm Beach socialite: report
‘Kimberly either didn’t know – or didn’t want to know,’ a source says about Trump Jr.’s reported romance with a socialite who runs in their...
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September 18, 2024
What to watch: ‘Substance’ is the body-horror movie for our times
Demi Moore’s return to movies is a winner as she excels as a celebrity trainer who is desperate to stay youthful.
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September 18, 2024
Federal Reserve cuts key interest rate by a half-point
Federal Reserve cuts key interest rate by a half-point
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September 18, 2024
San Jose’s Little Italy hosting festive events this fall
This week’s block party kicks off a few weeks of activities for the district, which includes restaurants like Poor House Bistro, Paesano and...
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September 18, 2024
Escape room is eyed at site of former San Jose bank branch building
A former bank branch in San Jose might become the location of a new escape room.
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September 18, 2024
Retrofitted Cal Fire air tanker already part of state’s wildfire efforts
A Cal Fire representative said the aircraft was needed as a statewide resource “as we continue to see the increase in fire activity.”
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September 18, 2024
What are Ryan Warsofsky’s biggest priorities as Sharks coach? Here’s a list
NHL: New San Jose Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky is eager for start training camp to start on Thursday
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September 18, 2024
How lullabies are improving health care for Black women and their babies in the Bay Area
Soothing her 2-month-old baby with a lullaby, new mother Shai McGowan and musician Jackie Gage played the original song they co-wrote for th...
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September 18, 2024
Oakland inks new deal with security company tied to a key player in FBI probe
The company will be paid up to $6 million for that work, along with another $3.2 million in backpay that the city owed the company for its s...
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September 17, 2024
‘Unease and retaliation’: San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies claim toxic work culture in union spat
San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies claim a toxic work culture.
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September 17, 2024
Large brush fire breaks out at busy San Jose intersection
Traffic was ‘heavily impacted’ by the blaze at Highway 101 and Tully Road.
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September 17, 2024
After public outcry, Gilroy council scuttles controversial resolution calling for “legally valid election”
Gilroy city council killed a controversial resolution calling for a “legally valid election” after a wave of comments saying it sowed doubt...
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September 17, 2024
The 10 most common types of litter found on California’s beaches
The annual Coastal Cleanup Day is Saturday, with 50,000 volunteers expected — here’s how to participate
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September 17, 2024
Coalition urges Gov. Newsom to sign AI guardrail bill into law
The bill protects against the use of AI in cyberattacks and the development of weapons.
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September 17, 2024
NBC Sports California names Brodie Brazil’s replacement for Sharks pre- and postgame shows
NBC Sports California’s first San Jose Sharks broadcast will be on Oct. 12 when the team plays the Anaheim Ducks
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September 17, 2024
Bay Area view of eclipse: a big full moon with a faint smudge
The moon will rise around 7:15 p.m., just as the sun is setting.
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September 17, 2024
War of names widens between the Oakland and San Francisco airports
The war of the names between two of the region’s three major airports has widened.
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September 17, 2024
Long live La Pulga? Berryessa Flea Market faces an uncertain future
Several potential sites for relocating the Berryessa Flea Market could be ruled out due to cost constraints, leaving vendors in precarious p...
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September 17, 2024
San Jose City Council candidate addresses ties to unscrupulous developer
Already engaged in a contentious race, District 10 City Council George Casey faces criticisms for this past and present employment that incl...
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September 17, 2024
Bay FC coach Albertin Montoya survived Cuba’s Mariel boatlift, then forged a new life shaped by soccer
The expansion Bay FC team that Albertin Montoya leads currently clinging to the NWSL’s final playoff spot. None of it would have been possib...
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September 17, 2024
Housing development is eyed on about 50 acres of empty San Jose land
A housing development that would produce well over 100 units is being eyed on 50 acres of empty land in San Jose.
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September 17, 2024
49ers’ Super Bowl compass: Things pointing south as they head to L.A.
The 49ers (1-1) are literally heading south as they open NFC West play by visiting the Los Angeles Rams (0-2) on Sunday.
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September 17, 2024
San Jose: Woman fatally struck after falling out of truck doing donuts
The incident happened Friday night at a parking lot in the 14900 block of Camden Avenue.
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September 17, 2024
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is arrested in New York after federal indictment
Combs was arrested in a Manhattan hotel lobby.
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September 17, 2024
East Palo Alto school worker arrested on suspicion of committing lewd acts with minor
A $500,000 search and arrest warrant was served Monday at the suspect’s residence in Stockton.
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September 17, 2024
San Jose won’t sell interim housing site for jail diversion program after community backlash
San Jose will not sell a tiny home site on Monterey Road to Santa Clara County for a jail diversion program after thousands of residents pet...
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September 16, 2024
Kurtenbach: Deebo’s out. It’s gut-check time for Purdy, the 49ers
Deebo Samuel’s calf injury puts the spotlight on the 49ers’ other stars amid a critical stretch on the schedule.
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September 16, 2024
Mayor Sheng Thao to avoid tie-breaking vote on lucrative city security contract tied to business associate of FBI target
The decision by Thao to sidestep the vote comes amid a last-minute change in how Oakland plans to pay for security guards at city-owned buil...
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September 16, 2024
49ers’ Deebo Samuel joins McCaffrey on sidelines with calf strain
Deebo Samuel sustained a calf strain against Minnesota that will likely keep him out two games.
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September 16, 2024
Bay Area flood control project first authorized 70 years ago finally to be finished
When finished in 2027, work will provide 100-year flood protection to downtown Morgan Hill
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September 16, 2024
Court OKs receiver to take over fire-scarred blighted lot in San Jose
A judge has appointed a receiver to take control of a blighted empty lot in downtown San Jose after multiple fires scorched the property.
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September 16, 2024
Kurtenbach: The SF Giants can’t afford another season of Farhan Zaidi, and they know it
What more does ownership need to see to know that Farhan Zaidi isn’t the right man to lead baseball operations?- 1
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