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No end in sight to Patelco Credit Union ransomware attack that crippled online banking for 500,000 members

After four days, the Dublin-based credit union has no updates on the end of the lockdown it placed on half a million customer accounts.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Movie chain shuts South Bay theaters as cinema chain’s fate turns murky

An independent movie theater company has closed its doors at two South Bay sites in abrupt shutdowns.

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US cities where you’ll pay more or less for hotels versus Airbnbs

Airbnb was determined to be the most cost-effective accommodation option in 71 out of 100 cities examined, with an average nightly rate of $156 compared to $208 for hotels.

What to buy (and skip) on Amazon Prime Day 2024

Amazon Prime Day is July 16-17. It’s like Black Friday, but in July and with less burden to buy for others.

Amber Ruffin comes out as queer on last day of Pride: ‘Be proud of who you are, little babies!’

“In what will come as a shock to exactly zero people, I’m using the last day of PRIDE to come out! Be proud of who you are, little babies! I know I am!,” the comedian posted on Instagram.

The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves

Health policy leaders say patients, providers, and health systems should brace for more uncertainty and less stability in the health care system.

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Manhattan DA agrees to Trump hush money sentencing delay in wake of Supreme Court immunity ruling

In a letter to Justice Juan Merchan, Trump attorney Todd Blanche requested the sentencing, set for July 11, to be pushed back in order to consider the impacts of the top court's decision.

The US Supreme Court’s presidential immunity ruling, explained — and what it means for when Trump could stand trial

The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling that former President Donald Trump is shielded from prosecution for some actions he took in his push to overturn the 2020 presidential election complicated the outlook for the remaining criminal cases…

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Los Gatos council revokes support of sales tax measure after months of discussion, expenses

After spending several months and thousands of dollars developing plans for a potential sales tax hike in Los Gatos, the town council voted unanimously at a special meeting on July 1 against putting the issue before voters in November.

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Big Fremont apartment complex lands buyer in $100 million-plus deal

A big apartment complex in Fremont has been bought for well over $100 million.

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Opinion: How Trump lied about his climate record at the presidential debate

Former president wants 'absolutely immaculate clean water,' yet tried to roll back limits on air and water contamination

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Rental security deposits in California cut substantially under new law

California joins 11 states that limit security deposits to only one month's rent.

Feldman: The Supreme Court just gave itself a lot more power

Overturning of Chevron precedent is the culmination of a conservative revolution, joining other landmark court decisions.

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Today in History: July 2, Civil Rights Act signed into law

President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law a sweeping civil rights bill.

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State Farm seeks ‘massive’ insurance rate hike for California homeowners

The insurance giant is asking regulators to raise rates for the second time in months.

Monday, Jul 1

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Half a million Patelco members locked out of credit union accounts due to security breach

Members of the credit union, which the company estimates at 500,000, were simultaneously locked out of their online accounts, barring them from checking their statement balances, sending or receiving money or changing passwords.

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Here are some reasons you get muscle cramps and what you can do about them

People can avoid cramps while excercising by keeping well-hydrated, eating a mineral-rich diet and avoiding alcohol.

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Half of local US labor markets won’t meet future workforce needs

Local labor markets face a future shortage of workers who have middle-skills credentials.

Contra Costa County property values crawl higher as real estate fades

Plunging values for numerous commercial real estate sites have undermined Contra Costa County property values.

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‘A course correct’: How Biden resets his campaign since he’s likely not going anywhere

President Joe Biden's widely panned debate performance Thursday night in Atlanta has many prominent Democrats asking a simple question: What do we do now?

Hunter Biden sues Fox News under ‘revenge porn’ statute

Biden says in his suit that the series was fiction, not news, and exploited his name, image and likeness for Fox News’ commercial benefit. But though the trial was fictional, Biden claims that the “evidence” presented included real images…

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Summer travel kickoff boosts San Jose Airport, but struggles persist

The kickoff of the summer travel season provided San Jose International Airport with a boost in passenger activity.

The Supreme Court keeps on hold efforts in Texas and Florida to regulate social media platforms

The Florida and Texas laws were signed by Republican governors in the months following decisions by Facebook and Twitter, now X, to cut then-President Donald Trump off over his posts related to the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol…

Jill On Money: Summer financial to-dos

The stock market is up, the inflation rate is moving down, and everything is fine, right?Maybe, or maybe it’s summer, and you don’t want to deal with your financial life. Not so fast… just a little bit of focus might help save you or make…

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Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial

In a historic 6-3 ruling, the justices returned Trump's case to the trial court to determine what is left of special counsel Jack Smith's indictment The outcome means additional delay before Trump could face trial.

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Gov. Gavin Newsom keeps promoting President Biden, but it’s his future that takes center stage

California's governor stays loyal as a surrogate for the president, but experts see that he continues to position himself in the national spotlight.

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Horoscopes July 1, 2024: Missy Elliott, trust your intuition

Celebrities born on this day, today's birthday horoscope and numbers and the daily horoscope for each zodiac sign.

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PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs: How to see if power will go out in your neighborhood due to wildfire danger

Here are three steps you can take to find out whether PG&E will shut off power in your neighborhood during hot, dry and windy conditions to prevent a wildfire.

Sunday, Jun 30

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Gov. Gavin Newsom signs California budget to close major deficit and provide spending for year

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Saturday officially signed the 2024 budget, closing a roughly $47 billion deficit for the state.