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The Mercury News - Top Stories

Civil grand jury says VTA failed to manage nearly $13B San Jose BART extension

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VTA announces billions of dollars in federal funding for BART to San Jose

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Could $590M transit bailout impact San Jose's BART extension? One lawmaker thinks so

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San Jose BART extension: Why hasn't VTA released the report that could offer millions in savings?

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Man charged with killing estranged wife in San Jose while facing stalking charge

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California offers free passes to more than 30 state historic parks

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Longtime broadcaster Mike Krukow speaks out on SF Giants' players' 'Pride Night' cap stance

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Kurtenbach: Sharks' Mike Grier keeps proving he's the best GM in the Bay

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California fires back at AT&T's bid to get feds to let it stop providing landline service

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Man charged with killing wife at South San Jose home in troubling streak of domestic violence

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Opinion: Why California is America's most Catholic state — and how it defines our politics

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Horoscopes June 18, 2026: Blake Shelton, turn your surroundings into a productive space

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Dowd: Jeffrey Epstein haunts the White House

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Asking Eric: He made me laugh and also cringe. The cringing won out.

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Opinion: Human wars are displacing and killing hidden nations of animals

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Miss Manners: It was a nice dinner until my friend took their socks off

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Dear Abby: My family fell apart and I don't know how to fix it

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Harriette Cole: I didn't know my friend was behind me, and I said something regrettable

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Asking Eric: The grandma was insulted but I get why her gifts went unopened

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2 Fremont women dead after being swept to sea in Santa Cruz County

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Older Californians are becoming homeless faster than any other age group

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A huge new global food hall in South San Francisco opens

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Iran coach says team ordered out of US right after 2-2 draw with New Zealand in World Cup opener

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Crime and Public Safety

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San Jose cop cleared in shooting of armed mentally ill man

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Suspected Berkeley High students' weed dealer charged with statutory rape

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Man found dead in East Oakland was hit-and-run victim

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More than 100 grams of methamphetamine, loaded gun, found in separate San Pablo traffic stops

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Who's playing in the World Cup today? TV schedule for June 18

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Valkyries instant analysis: Chen provides spark as Golden State downs Wings at home

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SF Giants sweep split doubleheader behind three homers, Whisenhunt's strong season debut

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San Jose picks Laila Edwards No. 4 overall in PWHL amateur draft

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Japanese market and dining site set to open this month in downtown San Jose

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400-plus homes proposed for San Jose office building site

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Photos: The creator of Lincoln Logs built a house in California. It's for sale for $4.5 million

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East Bay community voice frustration over approved data center

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Photos: Second World Cup match at Levi's Stadium

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Identities released of those aboard B-52 bomber that crashed at Edwards Air Force Base

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Trump administration ups ante in quest to thwart removal of PG&E's Northern California dams

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Photos: Viva CalleSJ's "Greetings from San Jose"

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Review: 'Toy Story 5' plugs right in to Pixar's extraordinary franchise

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Buoy your spirits with a bubbles-and-art NorCal road trip

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'It was a matter of time': Pacifica Pier's future uncertain as emergency repairs begin

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Google CEO brought optimism to Stanford commencement. Some graduates walked out

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World Cup is here in the Bay Area, and the first days have been vibrant

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Livermore's long-lasting light bulb turns 125

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Photos: Sights, color and moments captured at the first World Cup match in the Bay Area since 1994

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Photos: World Cup watch parties across the Bay Area bring soccer fans together

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Word Game: June 18, 2026

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Harriette Cole: I'm the neighborhood crone, and you need me more than you know

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Miss Manners: They ask me to make copies like I'm not an attorney

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Dear Abby: I hide my resentment, but it has fueled my deathbed plan

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'Cooking the Borderlands' an homage to delicious, layered heritage

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Why Cattleya Wines is one of Sonoma County's most unusual tasting experiences

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Sipbie Caffe owner's 'taste buds' help create drinks for his Los Gatos pop-up

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It's a perfect weekend for al fresco entertainment in San Jose

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Borenstein: Your government wants power to sue you for seeking public records

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Letters: Loss of local zoning control adds to fire danger

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Letters: White House 'aliens' site aims to dehumanize our neighbors

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Friedman: Everybody is a loser in this Mideast war

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Qualcomm's latest chip promises to take smart glasses to a new level

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Google's Gemini-powered AI home speaker goes on sale June 25

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Apple investors are tired of AI promises, want tangible progress

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SpaceX shares fall for first time since blockbuster debut

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Obama's star-studded concert: The 250th party many want instead of Trump's

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'The Real L Word' star Francine Beppu's cause of death revealed

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Savannah Guthrie 'TODAY' show absence due to assignment, not missing mom

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'Buffy' star Nicholas Brendon's will leaves 'everything' to brother, snubs ex

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Property sells in Los Gatos for $2.4 million

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Single-family home sells in Oakland for $1.2 million

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Sale closed in Los Gatos: $4.4 million for a three-bedroom home

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Single-family home sells for $2 million in San Jose

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Your young racer will love these bold red Lightning McQueen beds

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The 12 Best Blue Buffalo Dog Foods

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Achieve a peaceful environment with these top-rated incense holders

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Coleman inflatable hot tub vs. Intex inflatable hot tub

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