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Caldecott Tunnel bores to be closed for inspections Mon-Wed nights
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Closures will take place from 9:30 p.m. - 4:30 a.m. and may cause traffic delays.California
Witnesses say warehouse master tenant Almena didn’t take fire safety seriously
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When suggested he bring the warehouse up to code, Ghost Ship master tenant laughed; said he didn't want to be conventional, wanted to do things his way.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
