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This Weekend in the Valley: Saturday, July 27 – Sunday, July 28
The following is a calendar of events happening this weekend near Santa Clara and Sunnyvale. Want to share an event to be featured? Please email the details to info@svvoice.com for consideration. All Weekend. Santa Clara County Fair — Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28 and Thursday, Aug. 1 –...
Sacred Heart in need of donations for students ahead of annual San Jose backpack giveaway
A new school year is around the corner, meaning parents are out in earnest getting supplies for their children. But there are many families who cannot afford items kids need for school. The directors at Sacred Heart Community Services in San Jose said they are once again low on donated...
Becker Trial Delayed for the Final Time
The court has once again delayed Santa Clara Vice Mayor Anthony Becker’s perjury trial to Monday, Aug. 12, but the judge told the defense it would be the last time. Judge Elizabeth Peterson granted the defense’s motion for continuance Friday, but rejected the proposed October date, giving them a little more than two weeks to be ready for trial.
Politics roundup: a GrowSF for Oakland, sleepy races heat up, more youth vote delay
The Nov. 5 election is 133 days away, but Oakland is already bursting with political activity. There are the recall campaigns. There are all the groups spending big on voter education and advocacy. And there are the kids, who may not be able to vote in the upcoming school board elections after all. Let’s take a quick tour around the city’s political scene.
Newsom urges Oakland PD to ease restrictions on police chases
Governor Gavin Newsom is urging Oakland leaders to expand their current police pursuit policy. In a letter, Governor Newsom pointed out that their limited policy is an outlier among California law enforcement agencies. The Oakland Police Department policy prevents officers from pursuing suspects at a high speed, except in incidents where the suspect is known to have committed a violent crime or if there's probable cause the person has a gun. City councilmember Noel Gallo says that policy resulted in people getting away with thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from the Walgreens on Foothill Boulevard. "Sadly enough...
Bay Point - Concord fire prompts 'leave immediately' evacuation order
CONCORD, Calif. - An immediate evacuation order was issued on Friday afternoon for a fast-moving vegetation fire between the cities of Concord and Bay Point. The fire, north of State Highway 4 off of Evora Road at Nichols Road, was first reported before 3 p.m. The Point Fire has grown...
City of Oakland Launches Summer Event Series to Drive Downtown Engagement
Oakland, CA – The City of Oakland, in partnership with the Downtown Oakland Association, is set to unveil an exciting lineup of summer events and activities in Downtown Oakland. Designed to celebrate local culture, promote wellness, and support businesses, this series aims to rejuvenate Downtown by encouraging Downtown residents and workers to come outside, build community and participate in fun free activities. Full event schedule: www.oaklandcentral.com/events-2/ The community is invited to join Mayor Sheng Thao, City leaders and downtown employees and small businesses for the launch event on Wednesday, July 31, 12-1pm at Frank Ogawa Plaza. The Downtown Summer Programming series features a variety of engaging events across Uptown and Downtown Oakland, including live music, fitness classes, and special promotions at local businesses.
Pleasanton Uber driver who suffered seizure reunited with woman who helped save his life
A Bay Area rideshare driver has been reunited with a woman that he credits with saving his life after he suffered a medical emergency while behind the wheel.CBS News Bay Area first reported about Christoper Hunt on Monday. Hunt, an Uber driver, was in search of a passenger named Christine, who got him medical help after he had a seizure while driving her."I started twitching violently and was unable to speak. She knew something was wrong," Hunt recalled.He was driving along Hopyard Road in Pleasanton when he had a seizure."I am losing it fast, so instead I hit the brake...
California Women’s Tennis Achieves Academic Excellence with ITA Honors
The California women's tennis team, known as the Golden Bears, received ITA Academic Honors, with the team being named an ITA All-Academic Team and eight players earning ITA Scholar-Athlete honors for the 2023-24 season. To be named an ITA Scholar-Athlete, a student-athlete must maintain a GPA of at least 3.5...
Sharmell Mitchell, whose brother was killed by Vallejo police, dies fleeing gunfire
Sharmell Mitchell, the oldest sister of Willie McCoy, died last week as the result of a collision that occurred as she fled a shooting in central Vallejo. Officers responded to the intersection of Tennessee Street and Vervais Avenue at about 12:36 p.m. last Tuesday following reported gunshots, police said. When officers arrived, they found a three-vehicle crash involving a Mercedes-Benz ML350, an Isuzu Trooper, and a Kia Soul.
Notes and Quotes: “Keep the energy going into this weekend”
After an early lead and dominant performance from the Boys in Glory Red, Republic FC secured three points to move up to the second spot in the Western Conference table with its 5-2 victory over Oakland. The derby match was the club’s highest-scoring game of the season and the biggest victory by either side in the all-time head-to-head series.
The Redwoods Celebrates Memory Care Center at Spring Fundraiser
The Redwoods, an affordable, vibrant senior living community in Mill Valley, held its Springtime at The Redwoods: A Celebration of Mothers benefit on May 16 on its beautiful 10-acre grounds. 200 supporters attended and raised $240,000 towards the nonprofit’s new memory care center. Guests Delighted in International Fare and...
2024 Year in Review: Women's Rowing
STANFORD, Calif. – The Cardinal continued its reign as one of the nation’s best rowing teams throughout the 2024 season, winning its third straight Pac-12 Championship and registering its fourth consecutive top-two finish and seventh top-six finish at the National Championships in so many years. National Runner-Up The...
2 dead after car plunges off Highway 1 at Devil's Slide
SAN MATEO COUNTY – Two people have died after their car plunged off Highway 1 at Devil's Slide Friday morning, authorities said.According to the California Highway Patrol, officers were called to the area around 11:20 a.m. following reports of a vehicle of the side of the road. The vehicle, described as a gray two-door sedan, came to rest about 300-400 feet down an embankment.Cal Fire personnel along with Pacifica firefighters initiated a cliff rescue, officials said. After reaching the vehicle, rescuers found two occupants who suffered fatal injuries. The pair were pronounced dead at the scene. Their identities have not been released.The incident is under investigation.Highway 1 in both directions was closed for several hours following the incident. The road was reported open as of about 3 p.m.
SF Fire Chief Nicholson to step down due to 'medical issues'
San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson will retire at the end of August due to “unforeseen medical issues,” the department announced Friday morning. “I am proud of the San Francisco Fire Department and the people that work day and night to protect our City and citizens,” Nicholson said in a prepared statement. “It has been a great privilege and honor to serve as your Fire Chief for the past five years.” ...
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