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For Foster City teen Samer Bahu, the beginning of his high school career some two years ago was nothing short of overwhelming.
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For Foster City teen Samer Bahu, the beginning of his high school career some two years ago was nothing short of…
In an effort to support sustainable construction in San Mateo, city officials approved incentives for developers of new construction in the city to electrify their buildings, requirements for solar panel installation and expanding the capacity of parking spaces to charge electric vehicles.
Three members of a family are suspected of tying up and assaulting an African American teen in what police described as a racially motivated attack early Thursday in San Bruno.
More than 23 years after an 8-year-old girl was kidnapped near the Hillsborough elementary school she attended, a Southern California man found guilty for plotting the abduction was sentenced to seven years to life in prison Friday, according to the San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office.
The Redwood City Council on Monday will consider new limits on single-family home size as well as a rotation policy for the selection of the mayor and vice mayor.
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo has been kept in solitary confinement and only allowed to go outdoors once in the month he has been in U.S. custody while fighting extradition to his native country in a corruption case, his defense attorney said.
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REDDING, Calif. (AP) — Authorities have increased containment of a Northern California wildfire that has destroyed seven homes and damaged four others.
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SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — Officials say a Southern California sheriff's deputy who collapsed during SWAT training six years ago has died.
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Democratic National Committee on Saturday quashed a push from climate activists and some national party members who want a 2020 presidential primary debate devoted exclusively to the climate crisis.
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After a white supremacist discussed plans on Facebook for a mass shooting at a synagogue, police in Washington used a new law to quickly seize his 12 firearms, long before he was convicted of any crime.
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BIARRITZ, France (AP) — President Donald Trump is threatening to use the emergency authority granted by a powerful but obscure federal law to make good on his tweeted "order" to U.S. businesses to cut ties in China amid a spiraling trade war between the two nations.
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RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Backed by military aircraft, Brazilian troops on Saturday were deploying in the Amazon to fight fires that have swept the region and prompted anti-government protests as well as an international outcry.
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BIARRITZ, France (AP) — President Donald Trump is threatening to use the emergency authority granted by a powerful but obscure federal law to make good on his tweeted "order" to U.S. businesses to cut ties in China amid a spiraling trade war between the two nations.
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BIARRITZ, France (AP) — The posturing by leaders of the G-7 rich democracies began well before they stood together for a summit photo.
A group of strong women are set to hit one of the biggest amateur boxing stages when they meet at “Beautiful Brawlers No. 9” Aug. 31 at the DoubleTree Hotel Brisbane.
Miles Mastrobuoni is really cooking. And so are his Montgomery Biscuits.
Good or bad, one should never read too much into any practice game at the professional level. So, Jimmy Garoppolo’s eye-opening performance Monday night in his first real game action with the San Francisco 49ers in nearly a year, should be taken with a grain of salt.
Kristal Betanzo did not have go to far to find a wrestling role model. She was, literally, in the other room.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — With the sellout crowd at Dodger Stadium hanging on his every pitch, Kenley Jansen found himself in a jam. Bases loaded, one out, and Los Angeles clinging to a one-run lead over the Yankees in the ninth.
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OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Pablo Sandoval grew teary at the thought he may never make another play for retiring manager Bruce Bochy, a "father figure" to the third baseman who resurrected his career during a second stint in San Francisco.
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Terry Francona took one look at Cleveland's all-black uniforms and turned into a fashionista.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies have waived Dwight Howard ahead of the veteran center's expected move to the Los Angeles Lakers.
“Range anxiety” is not a phrase that was around when I was learning to drive, although an equivalent concept existed. Back then, we called it “running out of gas,” and after doing so once or twice I learned the value of watching my gas gauge and of keeping my tank above a quarter full.
Student News is returning to the San Mateo Daily Journal for the 2019-20 season. I am happy to introduce a new group of student columnists: Veronica Roseborough, Erika Pilpre, Josette Thornhill and myself. We are all passionate about journalism and sharing our opinions with the world. Here i…
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TUXEDO, N.Y. (AP) — In brushy terrain where a botanical interloper evades detection by the human eye, count on Dia to sniff it out.
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Dunkin’ — the doughnut and coffee chain formerly known as Dunkin’ Donuts — is coming to Redwood City. A building permit has been approved, but not yet issued for the company, which is slated to occupy 593 Woodside Road. An opening date has not yet been announced.
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ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — At the Walt Disney Company's biannual D23 convention, a faint image of the "Star Wars" character Emperor Palpatine in the background of a new poster can cause as much of a stir as actual appearances from movie stars such as Angelina Jolie and Dwayne Johnson. But that's…
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WAUKEGAN, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago-area hometown of the late famed science fiction writer Ray Bradbury marked his birthday with dedication of a statue in his honor.
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ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Latest on Walt Disney Co.'s biannual D23 fan convention in Anaheim (all times local):
The San Mateo County Pride Center is proud to be partnered with the 7th Annual San Mateo County LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration, this Saturday 11AM t… Read more
Facebook’s Community Events team kicked off their 3rd season of Facebook Festivals this past Saturday afternoon with the Cajun Carnival at the… Read more
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