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Oakland firefighters push back on cuts to fire engines
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None of the Oakland Fire Department's 25 stations would close under proposed cuts, but there will be fewer engines available at some stations on a rotating basis.Crime & Safety
The Blotter | House burglary, attempted strong-arm robbery, and more
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House on Woodland Way was ransacked in broad daylight; burglars smashed sliding glass door.Bay Area
Almena may get reduced sentence in Ghost Ship fire plea deal; families angry
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A judge will hear Almena's plea this Friday in the deadly warehouse fire case, and some victims' families are angry he will not serve more time in prison, an attorney for the families said.Crime & Safety
Crash knocks down utility pole, starts fire, closing Shepherd Canyon Road
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The fire was contained but power was cut off in the hills and Montclair Village business district.Crime & Safety
The Blotter | Stolen truck recovered in Piedmont
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Police report highlights for last week of 2020.Around Town
City extends deadline for its public survey on pedestrian and bicycle safety
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Piedmont's Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan is being updated and a survey open to the public is now open through Jan 3.City
Police to outsource investigations of any officer-involved shootings
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Council also bids official farewell to Chester Nakahara and approves contract for Daniel Gonzalez during final meeting of 2020.
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