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Thomas Keller’s Burgers & Half Bottles turns an In‑N‑Out memory into a Yountville pop‑up with wagyu burgers, half‑bottles of wine and a vintage Brew Bus.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Berkeley police's Special Response Team arrested a 22‑year‑old in a South Berkeley sweep tied to a Dec. 29 San Pablo shooting that left one man dead. The operation used flash‑bangs and armored support.
Weather & Environment in ...
Clear, cool morning gives way to a fast warmup; highs near 76°F today and a weeklong heat wave could push inland highs into the 80s–90s.
A caller phoned in a bomb threat to the Ceres Police Department Friday; officers briefly locked down nearby facilities and later cleared the scene. Detectives are investigating.
Oakland's Grand Lake Kitchen opens in Noe Valley March 14 with Dole Whip slushies and a $32 caviar pie.
Sports in ...
Saint Mary's looks like a lock, Santa Clara has surged and Cal and Stanford are fighting for the Bay Area’s possible third NCAA bid on Selection Sunday.
Sunny and dry through the weekend; a sharp warm‑up will push San Jose into the 90s early next week.
Politics & Govt in ...
A Bay Area-backed plan called the California Renewal Project would seed an endowment-style political fund to bankroll centrist, pro-growth candidates across the state.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Fintech Ramp signed an 82,000-square-foot lease at 235 Second St., set to quadruple its San Francisco footprint after its valuation jumped in 2025.
A child was hurt Wednesday at Bubb Elementary's play yard in Mountain View; a suspect is in custody and police say there is no ongoing threat. The investigation is active.
Clear skies and highs near 80°F Thursday start a week of above‑normal warmth in Oakland. Cooling centers and safety tips are linked below.
Pancha’s has reopened in Yountville after a careful rebuild, returning as a neighborhood bar that preserves its dive‑bar character while adding safety updates.
Oakland police identified a 62‑year‑old suspect in a series of East Oakland prowling reports and are urging anyone who may have been targeted to contact investigators. The inquiry remains active.
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