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Wind advisory in effect for East Bay hills, among other Bay Area regions
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Expect gusty winds, up to 50 mph, through Wednesday morning.election
Former Rep. Barbara Lee files her paperwork for upcoming Oakland mayoral election
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So far, in addition to Lee, 13 people have filed papers signaling a potential run for mayor.Education
College clubs becoming just as competitive as getting into college
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On many California campuses, student clubs now require applications and interviews to assess prospective new members.Bay Area
California’s Legislature returns to the Capitol to begin 2025 session — 5 things to watch for
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Newsom has floated several new programs — from expanding the film and television production tax credit to reviving a rebate for electric vehicles. His full budget proposal is due by the end of this week.Arts & Entertainment
Movies: New from Mike Leigh, Pedro Almodóvar, possible world cinema 2025 Oscar contenders
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It’s a good week for new film releases, including Almodóvar's “The Room Next Door” featuring Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton.Education
A safe bet for education: California Lottery generates $2.25 billion for public schools
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This is the third year in a row that the lottery has generated more than $2 billion for education, according to lottery officials.holiday
Slip into fun: Sock-skating extended until Feb. 1 at the Chabot Space & Science Center
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If the weather is good, Chabot’s three historic telescopes perched 1,500 feet above the Bay are also open every Friday and Saturday night.Arts & Entertainment
Review: Women artists at last take spotlight in ‘Making Their Mark’ at BAMPFA
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Show runs through April 20 at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive.crime
