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The Mercury News - Top Stories

Famed crime writer brings Zodiac Killer controversy to Bay Area event

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Today in History: February 19, Edison issued a patent for the phonograph

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Sugar Bowl ski community reeling after avalanche victims identified as mothers of youth racers

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Deadliest avalanche in state history kills 8 near Donner Pass; storm stalls recovery

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Guide company leading group caught in deadly avalanche warned of snow conditions days before incident

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Third straight storm system bearing down on Bay Area

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New poll: Republican candidate surges to a lead in California governor's race

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'I don't see any other route but litigation': San Jose rebuffs advocates' demands of animal shelter

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Why Seth Curry, Steph's younger brother, will not return for Warriors until early March

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South Bay mosque seeks extended hours amid neighbors' complaints

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Battle over sites near future San Jose BART station may go to trial

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Air Force One to be repainted in Trump's favorite colors

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TMZ receives another Nancy Guthrie ransom note, FBI contacts Mexican cops

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Trailer: James Van Der Beek stars as villain for final film role in 'The Gates'

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'Pulp Fiction' actor Peter Greene died of accidental gunshot wound to his armpit

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Horoscopes Feb. 19, 2026: Chappell Roan, think twice before you act

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Asking Eric: If I wanted the neighbors at my party, I'd invite them

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Harriette Cole: I think there's something my boss isn't telling me

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Dear Abby: I'm irresistibly drawn to my stalker

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Dear Abby: The wedding plans mean somebody's feelings are going to be hurt

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Miss Manners: Since the marathon cheer squad debacle, I haven't seen my friend

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Nine skiers still missing after large avalanche near Truckee

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Asking Eric: My mother got into trouble and sniped at me for helping

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Crime and Public Safety

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Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

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Man suffers fatal medical emergency at SF BART station

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Pedestrian hit and killed by driver in Hayward

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Modesto man arrested in connection with San Jose shooting

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NCS basketball playoffs: The best of Wednesday's opening round

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NCS soccer playoffs 2026: Wednesday's scores, upcoming schedule

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CCS boys basketball playoffs 2026: What to know after Wednesday's seeding meeting

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NCS basketball playoffs: Wednesday's first-round scores, updated schedule

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Saks fights landlord to keep Stanford Shopping Center location open

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RH store and food hub may bring Walnut Creek dramatic changes and jobs

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East Bay office complex lands buyer at discount as values fall

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San Jose apartments with failed loan suffered plunge in value

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To Bay Area aficionados, fungi are freaky, mystical and overlooked. They're helping scientists learn more

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Photos: Honoring the life of Rev. Jesse Jackson and his advocacy and influence in the Bay Area

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Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall dead at 95

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San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan wants to be the optimistic candidate for California governor

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Hearts and pages a-flutter

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Was Super Bowl LX an economic boon for the Bay Area?

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7 injured when SUV crashes into Santa Rosa market; driver wore a walking boot

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Valley Fair blooms with floral Lunar New Year display

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The Trident's role in Bay Area music history

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California's 'Sand Castle' mansion reduces price by $15.5 million

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Are people getting off the dating apps in the heart of Silicon Valley?

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Asking Eric: Party attendee makes her own goodie bag

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Harriette Cole: I worry my husband got better at hiding his wrongdoing

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Miss Manners: How do I tell people I'm not going to pray for them?

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Deal keeps Moffett Field Commissary open at least two more years

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Her grandfather was a Napa Valley wine icon. Now she has a brand of her own

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Three Bay Area soul food restaurants you need to try

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Black History Month Recipe: Skillet Cornbread

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Skelton: The billionaire who wants to be California governor

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Goldberg: He studied cognitive science then wrote a startling play about AI authoritarianism

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Walters: California school systems face red ink despite boosts in education spending

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Chemerinsky: Why tech giants shouldn't be liable for creating addictive platforms

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Gallo will shut North Bay winery and chop scores of Bay Area jobs

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Photos: Bay Area has its own official World Cup merch

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Google debuts $499 Pixel 10a just ahead of the iPhone 17e reveal

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Google Gemini, Apple add music-focused generative AI features

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RFK Jr. and Kid Rock film shirtless sauna workout video

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Shia LaBeouf parties more on Bourbon St. after Mardi Gras battery arrest

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Cause of death revealed for Tommy Lee Jones' daughter, Victoria

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DNA from glove found near Nancy Guthrie home produces no match

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Single-family residence in San Jose sells for $1.6 million

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Santa Clara County real estate: House on Caroline Way sells for $1.7 million

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The 10 most expensive homes sold in San Jose the week of Jan. 12

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In the week of Jan. 12 top 10 list: Best home deals in Oakland

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Your search for the best flannel hoodie ends here

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Best vacuum cleaner

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Epic Discounts: Smart upgrades are changing how people reset their health this new year

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Everything you need to stream 4K at home

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