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One dead, one wounded in Oakland shooting

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The Friday morning killing is the 26th homicide investigated by police this year

Minority stake in San Francisco Giants targets team at $4 billion valuation

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A consortium of investors led by Peter Magowan bought the Giants in 1992 for $100 million. The team has since become one of the more profitable teams in the league, and has invested in redeveloping its waterfront stadium.

20 least-affordable US cities to buy a home are all in California

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A California home costs 8.4 times income ($765,197 vs. $91,551) compared to 4.7 times nationally – $347,716 price vs. 74,755 income.

A new use for fiber optic lines: detecting earthquakes, Caltech researchers say

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Imagine repurposing underground fiber optic cables, typically used for delivering high-speed Internet to California residents, to detect and measure earthquakes. That is the focus of a recent research by scientists at the California…

San Francisco homicide: Shooting in South of Market neighborhood

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The shooting occurred around 4:45 a.m. on April 13 in the area of Sixth Street between Market and Mission.

Sinaloa cartel investigation led agents to California cop accused of transporting 104 pounds fentanyl

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A probe into a drug cartel operations in Riverside County wound up directing authorities to Jorge Oceguera-Rocha, a county deputy.

30th anniversary: A look back at President Nixon’s funeral

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It was the first time that five U.S. presidents and their first ladies attended the funeral of another president.

Friday preps spotlight: Pioneer, Palo Alto distance runners approaching longstanding record

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O'Dowd coach has teachable moment at baseball game. Milpitas baseball team closes in on league crown. Monte Vista senior wins seven golds at nationals. Castilleja lacrosse standout averaging 7.4 goals per game.

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Accused killer of 14-year-old Bay Area girl in 1982 faces September trial

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If found guilty at trial, Marvin R. Markle Jr. faces 25 years to life, with the possibility of more time for being a previously convicted felon.

Police: Santa Cruz County nursing home worker stabbed in ‘unprovoked attack’

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Kelvin Hernandez was visiting the nursing home when he stabbed the staff member in the shoulder using a pocket knife, an “unprovoked attack,” police said. Officers later located Hernandez with a knife.

New reality hits Saint Mary’s basketball: Experts, coach Randy Bennett weigh in on key players transferring from mid-major powerhouse

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Saint Mary’s coach Randy Bennett on wild frontier of modern college athletics: ‘You’re gonna have to adapt.’

University Senate calls for Cal Poly Humboldt President Tom Jackson to resign

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The resolution states the faculty has no confidence in the leadership of President Tom Jackson and his Chief of Staff Mark Johnson. It demands Cal Poly Humboldt not pursue disciplinary action or legal prosecution against any students for…

Bird flu’s disturbing new turn into cattle — are California herds safe?

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Experts say pasteurized milk is safe, and the virus does not yet pose a threat to humans.

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NFL Draft: 49ers bypass perceived needs for WR Pearsall

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A look at which players were drafted at positions of need for the 49ers in the first round Thursday.

What does a lawsuit over 1.25 miles of track in Richmond say about the odds of a train derailment in the East Bay?

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A jury trial is slated to begin this summer in case against largest freight railroad company in U.S..

SF Giants minor-league report: Does rotation solution exist in Sacramento?

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Mason Black has a 1.53 ERA and hasn't allowed a run in 3 of his first 4 starts at Triple-A Sacramento.

Fast-growing fintech Acrisure launches San Jose office at Santana Row

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Acrisure has moved into its new office building at Santana Row in San Jose.

Walters: Newsom critical of California’s local response to homelessness. Look in the mirror

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The governor complains about local officials but appears to be shifting the political onus from his own administration.

Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the week: Dylan Kall, Burlingame

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Dylan Kall hits walk-off single to lift Burlingame to a 10-inning victory over Palo Alto.

SunPower details Bay Area job cuts, will slash more than 100 jobs in region

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San Jose-based SunPower, a solar energy and installation company, had previously revealed it would slash 1,000 jobs worldwide as part of the winding down of its residential direct sales business.

Austin’s Texas glow Is fading

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Austin, the cosmic cowboy paradise that became a Covid-era economic superstar as it lured Elon Musk and a host of California refugees with its low taxes and sunny weather, had become accustomed to a steady drumbeat of good news. But lately…

Federal review slams California school district’s failures to address sexual abuse complaints by students

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U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights found Redlands Unified violated the federal Title IX law in its handling of abuse complaints.

Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the week: Laniah Simpson, Mitty

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Archbishop Mitty's Laniah Simpson wins both hurdles races at Central Coast Section Top 8 meet.

Robber shot by police tried to re-enter California bank with apparent explosive, body-worn camera footage shows

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After collecting the money, 57-year-old Scott William Thompson instructed a teller to unlock the back door where he would make his exit.

California’s rattlesnake season begins: Some tips to avoid getting bitten

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In California, rattlesnakes bite about 800 people in a typical year; approximately two are fatal in a year. The threat usually begins in April and will decrease by September.

50-year-old man suspected of attempting to kidnap 2 California girls arrested

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The young girl managed to break free of the man's grasp and notified a school administrator of what had occurred once they got to school, deputies said in a news release.

Stagecoach 2024: Is Backwoods Barbie actually Beyoncé? Mysterious act has fans speculating

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It's abnormal for an artist with almost no digital footprint and virtually no findable music to score a Saturday night slot that lasts more than an hour – leading to fan theories.

Four-bedroom home sells in Los Gatos for $3.9 million

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A spacious house located in the 100 block of Ohlone Court in Los Gatos has new owners. The 2,473-square-foot property, built in 1996, was sold on April 12, 2024. The $3,850,000 purchase price works out to $1,557 per square foot.

Opinion: California seeks to reform ticket sales. Warriors, 49ers fight back

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There's no good reason to exempt sports from bill aiming to reshape live event ticketing to benefit consumers.

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Review: Joanne Arnow brings an exciting new voice to the screen

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Arnow, who also made the 2013 film "I hate myself :)" has often been compared to Lena Dunham as a generation-representing voice, for her willingness to bear all on screen and for her proclivity for autobiography. (Ann's parents in the film…