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The Mercury News - Top Stories

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Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the week

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Proposed housing on vacant San Jose school site could yield district $26.6 million lifeline

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Foreclosed Santa Clara office building lands Bay Area buyer

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Wildfire survivors could finally be made whole if Newsom signs this bill

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Photos: Thousands turn out for the Silicon Valley PRIDE Parade in San Jose

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Olivia Rodrigo wows Daisy Chain Fields with Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and more

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Review: Artists gather to pay tribute to late great music hero in concert

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Photos: GalaxyCon takes over downtown San Jose

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Tyler Winkles once again leads Acalanes to impressive win over Mitty

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Photos: Grammy-winning band Train celebrates 25th anniversary on Haight Street

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Community celebrates storied San Jose fire station's grand opening

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What's new at Lake Tahoe for Labor Day Weekend?

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Harriette Cole: I didn't get a summer break and I'm scared I'll burn out

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Miss Manners: I don't buy the excuse that they're students. They were rude.

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Dear Abby: Why should the bride have to back down to the mothers?

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Argentina star Lionel Messi retires from international soccer with World Cup title and 125 goals

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Dan Lanning is Oregon's forever coach … for now

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The good, bad and the ugly of PokémonXP and Pokémon World Championships

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'Angry' Prince Harry still wants royal apology, aims to link Meghan to Diana's legacy

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Dolly Parton estate announces 2-day festival 'Dollyfest' to celebrate her legacy

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Film details Golden Gate Bridge suicide barrier saga

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Oda: Birthright citizenship is not a wartime exception

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California congressman removes Donald Trump's endorsement on campaign website

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Democratic leader condemns AIPAC-linked ads and party opposition to Wahab

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How California's economy is outpacing the nation in 2026

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Bay Area's mild summer will remain cool heading into summer's home stretch

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Bay Area high school football roundup 2026: Best of Week 1 action

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High school football 2026: Week 1 scores, Saturday's schedule

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