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Piedmont firefighters halt house fire on Blair, saving two homes
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Oakland and Berkeley Fire Departments provided mutual aid; the cause of the blaze is still under investigation.California
Attacks on emergency room workers prompt debate over tougher penalties
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Proposed law would increase penalties for attacks on ER workers to match those levied for assaults on EMTs.City
The Blotter | DUI arrest and vehicle search yields loaded firearm
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Another DUI, plus more theft, ALPR hits, and arson at a port-a-potty.Bay Area
Lawmakers introduce slate of bills to address sexual harassment in California colleges
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The 12-bill package follows a February report on major flaws in colleges' handling of Title IX.Education
‘Getting significantly worse’: California community colleges are losing millions to financial aid fraud
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In January, suspected bots represented 1 in 4 college applicants. Officials say fraudsters are getting smarter with the help of AI.City
Piedmont police department posts April Cop on the Block schedule
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Get to know your local police officers at one of these casual meet-ups around town. Last gathering this month is April 28 on La Salle at 9:30 a.m.Bay Area
Oakland’s new police chief highlights his priorities
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Chief Floyd Mitchell spoke at an introductory meeting on Wednesday.City
