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City Council votes to boost pool budget, now at nearly $30 million
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Council also approved a five-year agreement for license plate-reading cameras, maintenance.Around Town
In the news | No enhancements for accused in fatal shooting of security guard
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Kevin Nishita died following a robbery and assault in downtown Oakland last year.City
The Blotter | Man tries to flee from stolen vehicle after crashes
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Finally arrested boarding AC Transit bus; also: more DUI related-collisions.Bay Area
Nursing students are turning to private universities as state colleges struggle to meet demand
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Private universities charge up to seven times the tuition of public schools for a bachelor’s degree, but nurses say their starting salaries are worth the cost.Bay Area
California approves rules that turn sewage into drinking water
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It’s not really “toilet-to-tap” -- due to the cost, the water will likely be limited to large suppliers.gavin newsom
How Big Oil wins in green California
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An alliance with the building trades union helped the oil industry's efforts to kill several environmental bills.City
City reminder: As wet weather returns, take steps to prepare your property for winter storms
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For homes prone to flooding, Piedmont residents can get 10 free sandbags per household at the Corporation Yard during open hours.homelessness
Year in review: California homelessness worsens even as housing bills pass
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The Legislature passed more affordable housing laws but home prices and rents are still increasing.ballot
