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The Mercury News - Top Stories

Horoscopes August 14, 2026: Halle Berry, take nothing for granted

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Opinion: A balanced approach to Social Security

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Opinion: How Americans can defend their right to vote

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Word Game: August 14, 2026

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El Niño continues to strengthen. What does that mean for flood risk this winter?

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El Niño: 5 myths about what it is and what it could mean for California's weather

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Valley Fair mall reveals new merchants ahead of Foodie Week

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49ers Studs and Duds: Stribling, Rourke, and Halton impress in preseason opener

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Policy outweighs biography for Becerra and Hilton supporters, poll finds

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A new Indonesian coffee destination, started by a laid-off tech worker, has opened in San Jose

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Fire breaks out at San Jose fast-food restaurant

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Once overrun by all-night raves, famed singer's former beach property opens as new park

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Magnitude 3.8 earthquake shakes Bay Area

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Asking Eric: My fiancee dumped me, and now I'm considering my teen co-worker

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In Case You Missed It

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Pro-Israel donors, groups widen backing of Hernandez in congressional race

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Big Sur travel plans? Officials urge visitors to stay away as Timber Fire grows

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Brentwood's city manager is on paid leave. He just got a raise

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Pelosi says Biden's inner circle should have raised concerns in 2024

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Crime and Public Safety

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East Oakland fire displaces 25 people, kills two dogs

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Woman killed in Walnut Creek crash

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Police say fatal fire at Redwood City liquor store was intentionally set

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Teen charged in Sem Yeto graduation shooting

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Stribling, Rourke show off in 49ers debuts; Shanahan on sideline as usual

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CIF has new postseason media broadcast partner for next 10 years

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Golf: Pleasanton native rallies late to reach U.S. Amateur quarterfinals

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What to know about Warriors' 2026-27 schedule, including 11 most notable games

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Data center might get tucked away inside downtown Oakland office site

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Site of popular Oakland diner lands buyers led by busy real estate exec

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Mundane city decision on splitting of San Jose lot spurs data center foes

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Nob Hill Foods supermarket in Los Gatos to close

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Photos: Solar eclipse crosses much of Europe, but dazzles millions around the globe

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Hayward's Carmen & Family Bar-B-Que founder turns 100

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Big Sur's Timber Fire forces evacuations at Ventana, Nepenthe and Post Ranch Inn

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Coming face to face with the future

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Outside Lands: The xx returns, Charli xcx surprises and young rising star shines

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Photos: Welcome back! First day of school in Walnut Creek elicits smiles and high-fives

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Photos: National Night Out celebrated in San Jose

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Photos: National Night Out brings community together in Martinez

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Photos: Hillsborough mansion once owned by a Walmart founder listed for $11.5 million

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Video: How to spin a basketball on your finger

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'The blue is stupid': New Valkyries court design draws divided reaction from team, fans

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Sumo wrestling to rumble into Santa Cruz in September

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Aug. 15-16 festivals: India culture, plus cars, music, food, art, wine

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San Jose: 'Boss of the Sauce' contest returns to Little Italy

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Recipe: This wedge salad features asparagus and blue cheese dressing

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One of California's most respected winemakers just opened a local tasting room

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Harriette Cole: All I did was buy my husband new shirts. I don't think I deserve this vitriol.

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Miss Manners: It was awkward for my brother and I to be treated as a couple

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Dear Abby: Should I try to take control of my brother's money?

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Asking Eric: Must I invite this drama queen into my circle?

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Photos: Renovated Calabazas BMX park reopens in San Jose

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Speculation grows over Brad Pitt wanting people to know he's drinking again

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'Camp Miasma' director, star, talk about one of year's most surprising films

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What I learned from interviewing 49 candidates on Bay Area ballots

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Borenstein: California taxpayer pension costs grew eightfold since 1999; new plans add billions more

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Opinion: California studied employee ownership. SB 1174 would put the evidence to work.

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Letters: Vote yes on Prop. 43 to protect from runaway taxes

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Flock announces privacy changes as Bay Area cities split over license plate cameras

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Families feel the pinch of higher children's shoe prices as kids head back to school

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Magid: Schools shouldn't ban AI. They should teach it

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Amid public backlash, Flock announces platform changes

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Expecting his first child, Jon Hamm joins long list of 'old' Hollywood dads

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Ronn Owens' bankruptcy case dismissed amid scrutiny of $137,000 GoFundMe

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Photos: Three days of color, crowds and powerful performances at Outside Lands

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Brad Pitt says he's drinking again and it's not a problem. What experts say

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Three-bedroom house in Milpitas sells for $1.5 million

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Single-family home sells in Danville for $1.8 million

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How much were the 10 most expensive home sales in San Mateo, reported in the week of July 6?

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Fremont: Four-bedroom house goes for $1.4 million

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Letters: Congress needs fighters like Aisha Wahab

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San Jose can't have a Circle of Palms without palms, right?

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Preseason all-Bay Area News Group high school football 2026: Linebackers

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Review: Classic rock icon stays true to himself on closing night of tour

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Preseason all-Bay Area News Group high school football 2026: WRs/tight ends

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High school football 2026 preview: PAL Ocean Division

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High school football 2026 preview: PAL El Camino Division

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Twins who lost parents in Peninsula street racing crash awarded $33 million

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Spoil your kitty with the best Nulo cat food

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