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Creating defensible space around your home can prevent catastrophic loss this fire season
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Keep it clear: The first five feet around the home is the most important, according to Cal Fire.News
40% of LGBTQ youth considered suicide in last year, 30% victimized in school
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National study found lower rates of suicide, anxiety and depression reported where in-school support systems exist.California
Californians are protecting themselves from wildfire. Why is there still an insurance crisis?
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Lawmakers want mitigation measures to be tracked, updated and accounted for to help insurance availability and affordability.commentary
New battlegrounds emerge in California’s endless housing conflict
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Insights into why a wealthy South Bay community had its housing element decertified, after it had been approved only months before.California
Amid Israel-Hamas war, colleges draw lines on faculty free speech
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Colleges and universities have struggled to strike a balance between defending free speech and denouncing hate speech.City
The Blotter | Man arrested after alleged assault at ACE Hardware
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PPD pursued suspect who forced entry to nearby home, threatening a resident and then Police Chief Bowers before being taken into custody.Bay Area
Plan for youth vote in Oakland, Berkeley school board elections moves forward
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The Alameda County Board of Supervisors' approval comes many years after voters in each city agreed to lower the age limit.City
REMINDER: Mayor Cavenaugh to deliver State of the City address on May 7
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The public is invited to the community gathering to celebrate the past year and also gain insight into what is on the horizon for Piedmont.Around Town
