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SF's "Free America Weekend" Dolores Park March to Pier 39 + Fireworks Dance Party (2025)

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1 day ago
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SF's "Free America Weekend" Dolores Park March to Pier 39 + Fireworks Dance Party (2025)

#sfpd
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1 day ago
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Day Around the Bay: SF Zoo Getting a New Male Gorilla From the Louisville Zoo

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1 day ago
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Day Around the Bay: SF Zoo Getting a New Male Gorilla From the Louisville Zoo

#protests
#public-safety
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Local Bartender Accused of Slashing Patron's Throat In Random Attack at Divisadero Bar

The attack occurred around 1:30 am in the men's restroom of The Fishbowl Bar & Grill when bartender Taylor 'TJ' Vindigni was assaulted by an unknown patron.
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fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

'I'm a pimp': Man charged in Hayward sexual attack against pedestrian

Police believe the attack was a failed attempt to force the woman into prostitution, where the suspect, Taz Guest, demonstrated knowledge of local sex trade terms.
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#california-budget
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Letters: San Jose airport is travelers' best option

San Jose International Airport is the most convenient and efficient option among local airports, despite lower passenger numbers post-COVID.
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fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

Florida's New Alligator Alcatraz' Prison Almost Makes Me Miss the Days When Pam Bondi Was in Charge

The alarming polling news reveals Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton leading Senator John Cornyn by 19 points among Texas Republican primary voters, indicating serious electoral challenges ahead.
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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago

Education Department Outlines Plan to Change PSLF Rules

"The law does not empower the Secretary of Education to opine on the supposed illegality of a public service employer's mission-an unprecedented exercise of executive power that extends far beyond the Higher Education Act."
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#legislation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Following Santa Clara County Assessor Larry Stone's resignation, a special election to replace him will cost at least $13.1 million

It's too bad that the $13 million or actually $26 million if there's going to be two elections will be spent on this rather than other county needs.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Threatens to Call Cops on Conservative Reporter in the Capitol: You're Harassing Me'

Greene asserted that she knows of no Americans personally harmed by Iran, while highlighting the danger posed by illegal immigration and drug cartels in the U.S.
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fromIndependent
1 week ago

Fine Gael poised for internal battle over presidential candidate as two big names emerge

Fine Gael is preparing for an internal contest as nominations for a presidential candidate approach, which may see MEP Seán Kelly challenging Mairead McGuinness.
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fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

SSA head wants to beef up agency tech as it sheds thousands of staff

"My vision for Social Security is clear: putting the customer first," said Bisignano. "This will be driven by a technology agenda."
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#congress
fromFortune
1 week ago
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Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' is one big betrayal of American energy progress

fromFortune
1 week ago
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Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' is one big betrayal of American energy progress

#california
fromFresno Bee
1 week ago
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Gavin Newsom hurts city of Sacramento by caving on his return-to-work order | Opinion

fromFresno Bee
1 week ago
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Gavin Newsom hurts city of Sacramento by caving on his return-to-work order | Opinion

#trump-administration
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
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Democrat Melanie Stansbury triggers Marjorie Taylor Greene into gavel-banging meltdown at House hearing-again

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
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Popular Cycling Roads and Trails Threatened by Trump's Public Lands Sell-off - Streetsblog USA

fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago
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Democrat Melanie Stansbury triggers Marjorie Taylor Greene into gavel-banging meltdown at House hearing-again

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
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Popular Cycling Roads and Trails Threatened by Trump's Public Lands Sell-off - Streetsblog USA

fromTruthout
1 week ago

SCOTUS Allows South Carolina to Block Planned Parenthood From Accepting Medicaid

The Supreme Court's decision enables South Carolina to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, which provides essential health services to low-income women, threatening their access to care.
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#gavin-newsom
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

40m in cash evidence held by An Garda Siochana, Oireachtas Committee hears

The amount of cash held by An Garda Síochána is concerning, especially as investigations relate to it. A robust system is in place, but risks persist.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
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Skelton: Big state budget questions linger about crime, Medi-Cal, Delta tunnel

California's Legislature is actively working on important legislative decisions, particularly around budget and spending of tax dollars.
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Politics in Sweden: Who is the new leader of the struggling Liberals?

Simona Mohamsson pledges a 'tough love' approach to immigration and integration politics as the new leader of the Liberals.
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#community-engagement
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
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Garcia: East Side - Do the right thing for fair election reform - San Jose Spotlight

The East Side Union High School District is transitioning to a vote-by-trustee area election process to comply with the California Voting Rights Act.
#public-lands
fromFast Company
1 week ago
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Thousands of miles of federal lands in the U.S. could be up for sale. Here's where Western governors stand on the issue

fromFast Company
1 week ago
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Thousands of miles of federal lands in the U.S. could be up for sale. Here's where Western governors stand on the issue

fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Former Republican US Sen. Scott Brown in Massachusetts seeks to succeed Shaheen in New Hampshire

"We've been blessed by two great governors, Chris Sununu and Kelly Ayotte. But in Washington, we haven't been represented by the right people."
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Mateo supervisors scrutinize sheriff's spending for $74,000 table, massage chairs, $600,000 TV'

Supervisor Jackie Speier raised concerns over costly items purchased by the Sheriff's Office, including a $600,000 TV and a proposed $74,000 conference table.
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fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Sources: Texas State expecting offer from Pac-12

The anticipation of Texas State's potential joining of the Pac-12 has intensified, with a formal offer expected soon, especially before the July 1 exit fee increase.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Kari Lake Can't Remember That People in Armenia Speak Armenian in Painfully Awkward Exchange With House Dem

During a testimony before Congress, Kari Lake had an awkward exchange with a House Democrat about the Armenian language, revealing a lack of knowledge about the country.
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fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

State Dept. further prepares for mass layoffs even as court block remains

The American Foreign Service Association denounced the changes and said they were particularly troubling, highlighting the potential impact on the effectiveness of U.S. diplomacy.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Member of RFK Jr's new vaccine panel withdraws over conflict of interest

Dr. Michael Ross withdrew from the CDC's vaccine advisory panel after a conflict of interest review revealed ties to private healthcare companies.
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fromNature
1 week ago

Coherent bunching of anyons and dissociation in an interference experiment - Nature

The interference measurements revealed unexpected flux periodicities of Δ Φ =  ν−1Φ0 for 'particle-hole conjugated' states, challenging existing theories in fractional quantum Hall physics.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Alexander Spellane Spotted at Waldorf Astoria Event Headlined By Charlie Kirk

The luxurious Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach hosted an influential gathering of conservatives, prominently featuring entrepreneur Alexander Spellane, who represents the growing voice for financial independence and media freedom.
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fromSCSJ
1 week ago

Groups Go to Court Over Permit for New Landfill in Aiken County

The permit for a new 292.5-acre landfill in Aiken County has been challenged by local citizens, citing the area's existing pollution and health concerns.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

PG&E is hiring an executive bodyguard. Combat shooting experience required

Experts say their use of executive bodyguards raises questions about what sorts of threats they are receiving, how they are addressing the underlying controversies and how they are handling the expenses.
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#doug-emhoff
#higher-education
fromGameSpot
1 week ago

Civilization 7 Supports Steam Workshop On PC And Offers Larger Maps After Latest Update

Update 1.2.2 for Civilization 7 introduces Steam Workshop support, extensive modding capabilities, and new game options, enhancing gameplay for a deeper player experience.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Texas bans 'red flag' laws that allow guns to be taken from owners in crisis

"The laws take effect Sept. 1. Lawmakers voted to loosen gun restrictions days after the anniversary of the May 24, 2022, rampage in Uvalde, Texas, where a shooter killed 19 fourth-graders and two teachers."
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fromWorld History Encyclopedia
252 years ago

William Henry Harrison

William Henry Harrison, who served as the ninth president, earned his title 'Old Tippecanoe' for his military victory at the Battle of Tippecanoe.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Trump Loves to Defend Women's Sports. Apparently He Doesn't Care About Paying Them.

Trump's early efforts to position himself as an advocate for women's sports quickly deteriorated, with his policies ultimately diverting funding away from female athletes.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Trump administration rescinds 'Roadless Rule' that protects 58 million acres of national forests

"Rollins said in a statement. 'This move opens a new era of consistency and sustainability for our nation's forests.'"
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commentary: 'We're all just a bunch of Joses': Vance's dig at Padilla is a new low

"José" was originally deployed against Puerto Ricans... by the 1970s, racists had adopted it to describe all Latino men.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

As visitors flock to parks, deep cuts leave rangers and wildlife at risk

"At any given time of the year, between 25 and 40% of my business is international travelers... I have had less than 10 international travelers this spring season, which is incredibly low."
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fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Backroom Deals": Local Govt. Secrets & Activism Reading (Corte Madera)

The book showcases how ordinary individuals become activists when confronted with the hidden decisions of local governments that affect their lives, leading to a grassroots movement.
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fromNatural Health News
1 week ago

Louisiana state lawmakers advance bill banning CHEMTRAILS

The Louisiana House voted 58-33 to advance SB 46, banning intentional atmospheric chemical releases for weather modification, amidst support for public health and skepticism towards government.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Photos: A Road Trip Through Syria After the Fall of Bashar al-Assad

The fall of Bashar al-Assad has ushered in a new era for Syria, marked by a mix of hope and fear among its people.
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fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

People Are Sharing The Wildest Examples Of "F*** You" Money They've Ever Seen, And I Feel So Poor

The younger guy's funding offer came with two stipulations: a board seat and the firing of his former VP-turned-obstacle, showcasing the interplay of personal and business agendas.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Deputy fire chief to head public safety in Sunnyvale

Our officers and professional staff work tirelessly to protect and serve the community, and I remain committed to ensuring our department is accessible, transparent and deeply engaged with those we serve.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

On Dobbs anniversary, Senate Democrats aim to restart abortion conversation

"I know these women who are currently going through it need someone to say 'I see you,' I believe you.'"},{
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fromeuronews
1 week ago

Here's everything you need to know about Iran's naval power

Iran's navy has not yet engaged in visible conflict with Israel, suggesting Tehran may be cautious in its naval engagements despite ongoing U.S. tensions.
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