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Tuesday, August 11, 2026 2:50 PM ET

The Mercury News - Top Stories

Live update: Growing Timber Fire near Big Sur burns more than 2,000 acres

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

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Map: Timber Fire evacuation in Big Sur

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Map: Bug Fire and Fred Mtn Fire evacuations north of Reno

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

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Warriors to battle title contenders in 2026-27 season opener, Christmas Day game

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9 new Bay Area ice cream destinations for cooling down while it's hot out

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

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Marin teenager denied diversion for deadly crash

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'Gooning' incidents targeting women in Dollar Tree stores reported across country

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San Leandro man shot in leg while confronting suspected car thief

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Nosh on hundreds of classic Asian dishes for $3.79

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Ex-Marine Robert Gilman released from Russia after more than 4 years imprisoned on disputed charges

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Oakland man charged with attempted murder and child abuse for allegedly shooting at family

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Spotify asks artists to disclose whether they're human

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In Case You Missed It

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

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

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From backyard hives to farm pollination, local beekeepers produce delicious local honey varieties

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Latest line: A good week for Dave Regan, a bad week for SoCal Edison

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Crime and Public Safety

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Trespasser arrested at Netflix in Los Gatos

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Downtown San Jose courthouses vandalized, suspect arrested

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California Supreme Court expands electronic recordings to offset disputed court reporter shortage

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Motorcyclist killed in Hercules freeway collision is identified

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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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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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This East Bay city celebrates second new school since 2024

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Photos: Canines hang ten at annual World Dog Surfing Championships

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Summer cocktails and big, beefy burgers star at new Alameda bar

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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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Wildly creative Ones Cafe & Bakery now open in Alameda

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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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One of the biggest concert tours of the year is heading for the Bay Area

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

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Opinion: WIC use drop is a warning, not a success story

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Walters: California school districts in L.A., Sacramento copy the Capitol's budget deficit dance

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

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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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Vietnam's VinSpace signs deal with Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch its first satellites in 2027

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Extreme heat is reshaping Italy's sparkling wine industry with early harvests and nighttime picking

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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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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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Los Gatos council members target local nonprofit's rental assistance program

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Single-family home sells for $2.3 million in San Jose

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Three-bedroom home sells for $1.5 million in San Jose

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Sale closed in San Jose: $2.1 million for a four-bedroom home

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Cupertino student says visiting Japanese Peace Park pointed up cost of war

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

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Letters: Bias against their own entrenched in Latinos

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McCaffrey latest to miss 49ers practice in vanishing running back corps

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

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

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Coming face to face with the future

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Protect your vehicle with the best mud flaps

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Safely remove insects with the best bug vacuums

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Make your bathroom look bigger with the best clear shower curtains

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Best back-to-school tech for high schoolers

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