From the Bay to beyond, locals celebrate historic trip to the moon
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The crew of the Artemis II splashed down off the coast of San Diego just after 5 on Friday evening.
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Ex-Oakland mayoral chief of staff sues city, alleges retaliation for voicing ethics concerns
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Leigh Hanson was former mayor Sheng Thao’s chief of staff before and during a successful recall effort that removed Thao from office in 2024.Bay Area
Rep. Simon among sponsors of bill to keep pro sports teams in their cities
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In the last seven years, three pro sports teams have moved from Oakland to other cities.crime
Oakland police report broad declines in major crime, down nearly 30% in early 2026
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Mayor Lee says downward trend reflects coordination between violence prevention programs, crisis response teams, and law enforcement.Bay Area
‘No Kings’ protests could draw big crowds Saturday around Bay Area, nationwide
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San Francisco is expected to host one the region’s largest marches, beginning at noon from Sue Bierman Park near The Embarcadero and moving down Market Street toward Civic Center Plaza — where a rally follows at 2 p.m.Health Matters
After multiple strikes, Kaiser workers ratify new contract, ending labor dispute
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Dispute had been about better wages, workplace safety improvements and solutions to staffing shortages.Family & Kids
Oakland Zoo’s last tiger euthanized following cancer diagnosis
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Mia, a rescued tiger, was 14 years old.Bay Area
Record-high temperatures recorded across Bay Area Thursday, Friday
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Cooler temperatures coming next week, but still warmer than typical at this time of year.Oakland
Oakland begins issuing tickets through automated speed camera system
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Cameras at a stretch of Broadway have averaged 539 warnings a day — now those warnings will be citations.featured
Oakland voters will decide June parcel tax measure to fund police, fire and city services
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The city services would include homelessness response programs and reducing illegal dumping, among other things.Around Town
