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Beam Reach proposes an eight‑story, 265‑unit building at 1215 Bordeaux Drive replacing a former Google office and adding a public park. The plan is part of Sunnyvale’s push to convert offices to housing.
Supervisors will consider declaring 1127 First St. surplus on June 16, starting a state‑required process that could lead to a $10M sale and downtown redevelopment.
Politics & Govt in ...
Contra Costa posted a third interim update to its June 2 primary totals, adding mail ballots through the June 9 receipt deadline and more in‑person counts. Totals remain unofficial until the canvass is certified.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Oakley Police will increase patrols and use drones to enforce the city’s fireworks ban; violations can carry $1,000 fines. Community tips will guide enforcement.
Dozens of full‑time workers at the Graduate Palo Alto say they were laid off in April and later rehired as lower‑paid contractors, sparking protests and city comments.
Two adults were found with stab wounds on the 80 block of Descanso Drive in San Jose and were hospitalized in life‑threatening condition. Police say the motive is under investigation and there is no ongoing threat.
A Modesto man died after a single-vehicle rollover on Briggsmore Avenue near Oakdale Road early Friday. Police say the cause is under investigation.
Parks & Nature in ...
San José says the CaliBunga waterpark will stay closed this summer as city officials and a new partner plan a reimagined attraction and community programming at Lake Cunningham.
Gunfire broke out in East Oakland during early‑morning catalytic converter thefts; one resident was struck by shrapnel and police are seeking tips and video.
The City Manager’s recommended FY2026‑27 budget balances citywide spending but warns of roughly $20M in revenue at risk; Council will weigh approval June 23.
A Berkeley Ph.D. candidate and founder of ISP‑Myanmar was detained in Kunming on suspicion of espionage, Chinese officials say. Details remain scarce as diplomats seek answers.
A one‑alarm fire on the 800 block of Divisadero closed the street between Fulton and McAllister as SFFD crews fought the blaze and searched for hot spots.
Oakland homicide detectives are investigating after remains were found Tuesday near 34th Street in West Oakland. An autopsy is pending and police ask anyone with information to contact OPD.
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