Bay Area
public safety
‘It is never safe to drive or walk into flood waters,’ National Weather Service warns
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Over half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous water.Arts & Entertainment
Pass the Remote: SF Bay Area film critics select ‘Anora,’ ‘Brutalist’ as 2024’s best
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But don't sleep on "Didi", "Sugarcane", "Sing Sing" and other top films.crime
City audit finds abuse and lack of oversight in San Francisco police overtime spending
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Overtime has quadrupled from about $19.2 million in fiscal 2018-19 to about $80.1 million in fiscal 2022-23.COVID-19
SF’s first flu death of season prompts health officials to urge residents to get vaccinated
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People should get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19 and RSV, get tested and stay home if they feel sick.Bay Area
California new laws for 2025: Cannabis cafes and entertainment zones
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The state is allowing more on-street alcohol sales and food in cannabis lounges. Supporters say the laws will boost downtown economies.berkeley
Berkeley police fully embrace automated license plate readers after successful trial
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In July 2023, the Berkeley City Council approved placing ALPRs at 52 locations throughout the city.Education
Clock ticking on ethnic studies, which is still an unfunded mandate; what will Newsom do?
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Despite uncertainty over funding, intense work continues on developing ethnic studies curricula and piloting courses throughout the state.Featured in Category
Girls Soccer | Versatile Highlanders could be very good
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Girls soccer off to strong start to season.Featured in Category
