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COVID cuts a lethal path through San Quentin’s death row
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Executions have been on hold in California since 2006, stalled by a series of legal challenges; but COVID-19 is proving a lethal presence on San Quentin’s death row.Bay Area
Oakland homicides rise since start of summer
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There have been seven homicides in Oakland between June 24 and July 8.City
Crime report: Residential burglary, package theft, graffiti, fireworks
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A summary of this week's blotter from the Piedmont Police.Bay Area
Martinez galvanized after Black Lives Matter mural defaced
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Local incident makes national news, and two suspects have since been charged with a hate crime.City
Catalytic converter theft continues
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A suspect was arrested on July 6 with six converters. There is talk of a County task force to address the problem which is more widespread.Bay Area
How a PG&E contractor with a sketchy past made millions after California’s deadliest fire
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PG&E overlooked a contractor’s involvement in illicit dumping before hiring it to clean up after the Camp Fire.Bay Area
Man known as ‘Golden State Killer’ pleads guilty to killing 13
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He admitted to dozens of uncharged crimes including kidnapping, attempted murder and robbery, among others.Bay Area
Oakland Police share details of Sunday morning carjack-related arrest
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In a statement Sunday, police said they shared details of the arrest "in an effort to be transparent and accountable to our community."Around Town
