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The Mercury News - Top Stories

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British Columbia wildfire that has forced 20,000 to flee grew overnight, officials say

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Trio arrested in connection with San Jose armed robbery

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Before Tahoe-area avalanche killed 9, guides knew danger was high and storm was worsening

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

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Former juvenile probation officer charged with having sexual TikTok relationship with boy

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Pedestrian hit by driver last week in San Jose dies from injuries

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In Case You Missed It

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Review: Anthony Bourdain biopic 'Tony' cooks up an early Oscar contender

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California sets aside $250 million for public hospitals. Bay Area officials say it falls far short

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

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Crime and Public Safety

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'A heart of gold': Pittsburg man charged with killing woman while speeding through city streets

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Police say East Bay man knew he was selling fake pills to University of Oregon student he allegedly killed

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San Leandro man shot in leg while confronting suspected car thief

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Dunleavy not worried about Curry extension talks even after Warriors' quiet offseason

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High school football 2026 preview: BVAL Mt. Hamilton North Division

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San Jose buys downtown historic building tied to apartment project

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Apartment complex in lively Oakland neighborhood suffers foreclosure

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A 2025 survey gave downtown San Jose low marks. What has changed since?

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Santa Cruz City Council to reconvene from summer recess to discuss Peace Village Housing

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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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This Bay Area chef's 'Hell Chicken' might be a taste of heaven on earth

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Crews continue mop-up of Woodside Fire; 2 homes lost

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Hundreds of classic Asian dishes represented at the West Coast Asian Food Festival

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Recipe: Got broccoli fatigue? Try this sweet and tangy salad

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Fremont: Starbird taking over old Boston Market space

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Asking Eric: My jealous sister did background checks on our newly found half-siblings

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Harriette Cole: My husband asked for a divorce and then did a 180. I'm suspicious.

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Miss Manners: You might not want to yell 'folk!' in a crowded cafe

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Dear Abby: My 6-year-old's teacher is an appalling singer, and she really needs help

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'Another nail in coffin for Rock n Roll in Bay Area': Radio icon laid off

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Travel: A trip to Zambia provides more than just sightseeing

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The risks of waiting too long to harvest garden vegetables

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Knott's Berry Farm closes 4 attractions during busy summer season

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Letters: World-class universities basis of economic 'luck'

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

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Opinion: Mail-in ballots are still under attack. Mobile voting can protect access to ballot box.

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2 San Francisco bars pause use of ID technology after community pushback

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Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances

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

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Bruce Willis remains under round-the-clock care amid daughter's wedding

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Ben Jones, good ol' boy 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84

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How much did the 10 most expensive homes sell for in San Ramon, reported in the week of July 6?

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Top 10 most expensive homes sold in Alameda County, reported in the week of July 6

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Hayward food pantry set to close Friday

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Single-family home in Los Gatos sells for $2.7 million

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Nobody saw this memory-making moment coming at San Jose Jazz Summer Fest

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San Jose's Circle of Palms Plaza is closed: Here's why

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Trespasser arrested at Netflix in Los Gatos

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'We are stewards of the town's money,': Los Gatos council members target local nonprofit's rental assistance program

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Zuckerberg manifesto sketches out Meta's ambitions for world-changing AI technology

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Letters: Rand Paul and Senate GOP's witch hunt ignores Constitution

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Letters: Bias against their own entrenched in Latinos

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

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