California
Dramatic 911 tapes played in Ghost Ship fire trial
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A man screamed "People have died, we need help!" to a 911 dispatcher shortly after a fire broke out at the warehouse.Around Town
The iconic Oakland Mormon Temple opens its doors again to public tours
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For the first time since its dedication in 1964, tours are being offered by reservation through June 1.Bay Area
Governor announces task force to address homelessness crisis
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Between 2017 and 2019, the homeless population in Alameda County increased 43% to more than 8,000 people.California
Update: Fire chief says chance of surviving Ghost Ship fire was ‘very low’
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No way for occupants to escape without fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and exit signs -- which the improvised space, not zoned for occupancy, lacked.Bay Area
Move over 510: A new area code is coming to town
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The California Public Utilities Commission announced the new "overlay" number, 341, last June.California
Fire chief defends response to deadly Ghost Ship fire
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When accused of not caring, fire chief tearfully said she and her crew did the best they could under difficult circumstances.California
Port moves forward with potential A’s stadium at Howard Terminal
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Many, like Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf and A's president Dave Kaval are enthused. Longshoremen object to the privatization of the port.Bay Area
Oakland fire captain says Derick Almena told him no one lived at Ghost Ship
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The warehouse also had no evidence of fire suppression materials such as sprinklers and fire alarms.California
