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A reader inquires about the state of Piedmont Park's playground swings.Health Matters
Historic numbers of Americans live by themselves as they age
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This trend, often more associated with women, has profound health consequences.guns
Do you know what to do in an active shooter incident? Safety expert has surprising advice
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Don’t do nothing. That is the central message in a webinar that trains people how to respond in an active shooter event.Around Town
This year’s Harvest Festival has something for everyone
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New this year, the Watermelon Eating Contest joins the Edibles Contest and an expanded Farmer's Market as a must-do. Interested in volunteering?Oakland
Oakland’s Measure OO would update the city’s ethics rules for first time in 10 years
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Voters will decide the fate of a ballot measure on November 5 aimed at strengthening and updating the city’s Public Ethics Commission.Bay Area
No sleeping bags, keep moving: California cities increase crackdown on homeless encampments
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After a court ruling this summer, Gov. Newsom issued an executive order directing state agencies to clear encampments on state property, and encouraging local governments to do the same.crime
Police warn of email scam that uses photo of victim’s home as bait to obtain financial info
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Be safe and delete suspicious emails immediately without opening.kamala harris
Project 2025 to California: Report abortion data or lose billions in Medicaid
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The blueprint, crafted by Donald Trump allies and leaders in his first administration, clearly targets states with abortion protections like California.homelessness
