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By Tia Goldberg, Wafaa Shurafa and Samy Magdy | Associated Press TEL AVIV, Israel — Israel delayed a Cabinet vote Thursday on the long-awaited ceasefire deal that would pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip and release dozens of hostages. …

The Bay Area has long represented a vibrant and ever-evolving mosaic of people, traditions and heritage. From traditional Japanese hanami celebrations to Scottish revelries, the region’s cultural festivals invite locals and visitors alike to step into another world and experience …

Toughness? Competitiveness? That’s what the Warriors showed in Wednesday’s hold-on-for-dear-life win over the Timberwolves — a game they led 34-12 after one quarter but ended with a one-point margin of victory. Sure, we can go with that, Steph Curry. There …

By Chris Isidore | CNN New York — There’s a good chance your car knows all about you. Where you’ve been. How fast you drive. If you could’ve been a little easier on the brakes. Even what you look like, …

SANTA CLARA — A tech company that aims to use artificial intelligence for applications such as smart cameras has leased a building in a Santa Clara office campus where a failed bank had its headquarters. Ambarella has leased 57,900 square …

OAKLAND – An Oakland Unified School District teacher “created a hostile environment” for Jewish students by hanging anti-Semitic posters near and inside their classroom in fall 2023, according to the results of an investigation released this week. Related Articles Education …

GILROY — The three people killed in a crash Tuesday night near Gilroy have been identified as teenagers from Hollister. The three teens were 17-year-old Victor Lujan, 17-year-old Anzhel Billegas-Lemus and 18-year-old Brandon Alarcon, all of Hollister, according to the …

By MARK THIESSEN | Associated Press At age 95, there was no other way to describe Dalyce Curry, or “Momma Dee” to her large extended family, other than “fabulous.” ”My grandmother still wore her big hair, glasses, nails, you know, …

After breathless speculation and much digital ink spilled, Nintendo unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to its hugely successful console, in a video. Aside from its appearance of it, not much is known about the system. Here’s what can …

LOS ANGELES  — David Lynch, the filmmaker celebrated for his uniquely dark vision in such movies as “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” and the TV series “Twin Peaks,” has died just days before his 79th birthday. His family announced the …

Marc-Edouard Vlasic will become just the 21st defenseman in NHL history to play in at least 1,300 games Thursday when the San Jose Sharks face the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. Related Articles San Jose Sharks | Sharks’ first …

LOS ANGELES — Two men convicted of lesser crimes connected to the killing of former “General Hospital” actor Johnny Wactor were sentenced to state prison on Wednesday. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | David Lynch, visionary filmmaker behind ‘Twin …

OAKLAND — Two Oakland men have been sentenced for their roles in killing a man to settle a score over a car break-in, according to court records. But the outcomes are wildly different for 41-year-old Enrique Campos-Patino and 33-year-old Lester …

New York — TikTok is still three days away from a likely ban in the United States, but many users are already bidding the app farewell and seeking out alternatives. Related Articles National Politics | Misinformation about California fires is …

Talented acts from around the Bay Area are uniting to help support Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts. Fantastic Negrito, The Brothers Comatose, Terrier, The Sam Chase, Laurie Lewis & The Right Hands, Poor Man’s Whiskey, John Elliott, Megan Slankard, Shana …

A person at an East Bay Regional Park in Contra Costa County discovered the decomposing remains of a human body Tuesday, officials said. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist with Bay Area ties is arrested, suspected …

If you plan ahead, you can save as $50 per visit on your outdoor adventures this year. Here are the dates that every national park in the country will be free to visit in 2025. You don’t need a pass, …

Kenny Chesney is the latest megawatt music star to ink a deal with the Sphere in Las Vegas. The multiplatinum-selling artist will perform a 12-date residency at the much-ballyhooed Sphere venue beginning in May. Chesney will be the first country …

OAKLAND — Police here say they’ve busted a local smoke shop for “criminal profiteering” after finding evidence it was selling banned or illegal products without a license. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Man fatally shot at Oakland apartment …

A Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist who was educated at UC Berkeley has been arrested on suspicion of possessing child pornography, authorities said. Detectives arrested 49-year-old Darrin Bell on Wednesday morning, according to a statement from the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office. The …

SAN JOSE — A high-profile office building in San Jose whose ownership group is controlled by the co-founder of workspace pioneer WeWork could be converted into a housing complex with 100-plus units. The downtown San Jose office building is located …

SANTA CRUZ — City of Santa Cruz staff provided an overview and update regarding the fate of the Santa Cruz Wharf’s collapsed south end at the Tuesday Santa Cruz City Council meeting, stating that the ultimate decision to rebuild the …

My wife is a much better cook than I am, but that hasn’t stopped me from tinkering in the kitchen. I’m quite good at making pasta with store bought sauce, and I can grill a steak or even bake a …

MONTEREY – After over 40 years at the helm of the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Julie Packard announced Wednesday she will be stepping away from the role of executive director and transitioning into a leadership role on the Aquarium’s Board of …

CAMPBELL — Westmont’s boys soccer team came out Wednesday night intent on making a statement against Mt. Pleasant in a clash of league leaders in the Blossom Valley Athletic League’s Mt. Hamilton Division. The Warriors couldn’t have imagined how well …

MILWAUKEE — Bob Uecker, the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker “Mr. Baseball” and honors from the Hall of Fame, has died. He was 90. The team announced Uecker died Thursday …

Brian Colbert, Marin County’s first Black supervisor, was sworn into office this week after the supervisors were serenaded by a trio of gospel singers. The singers were there at Colbert’s request. “Some of you are probably wondering why a gospel …

A former Benicia Unified teacher was sentenced Monday in Solano County Superior Court in Vallejo to probation for misdemeanor annoying or molesting a victim under 18 years of age. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Man fatally shot at Oakland …

Four officers shot a man to death last month in Torrance after he refused to stop walking toward them holding what they thought was a knife, according to body-worn camera footage released Wednesday, Jan. 15. The video revealed the man …

Losses from the Los Angeles fires threatened to deepen a crisis that has already left hundreds of thousands of Californians struggling to find and keep affordable homeowners insurance. Related Articles Business | 1 in 10 Los Angeles homes don’t have …

Containment of the Eaton and Palisades fires continued its trend of gradual increases overnight — and with offshore winds weakening, firefighters may have an opportunity for bigger gains on Thursday, Jan. 16. Related Articles Crashes and Disasters | Where did …

OAKLAND — A 44-year-old man was fatally shot Wednesday night at an East Oakland apartment complex, authorities said. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Former Antioch interim chief brought on as consultant for troubled police department Crime and Public …

As investments in Bay Area fire departments have grown in the wake of catastrophic fires around the region, several have opted to rely less on volunteer ranks that were once common. For some fire stations, volunteers have gone away entirely. …

By NICOLAS VAUX-MONTAGNY and SYLVIE CORBET | Associated Press PARIS — French Appeal Court prosecutors said an American man accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said, “So I …

A group of elected leaders and nonprofit organizations are calling on San Jose to strengthen its protection of the immigrant community as potential threats, including more aggressive federal immigration enforcement, loom from the incoming Trump administration. Related Articles Local Politics | …

From a pair of frontline jazz saxophonists to SF Sketchfest shows to a new John Adams work, there is a lot to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend. Here’s a partial rundown. Pair of sax stars hit …

Lawyers for beleaguered San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus, the center of a corruption and misconduct investigation, have filed a legal complaint to halt the upcoming March special election that seeks to oust her from office. Related Articles Crime and …

DUBLIN — The city of Dublin is pushing ahead on its extension of Dublin Boulevard along a once-environmentally protected piece of land outside its jurisdiction, but environmentalists are also continuing their efforts to block commercial development there. Related Articles Environment | …

RICHMOND — After nearly two decades of stagnant pay, Richmond councilmembers are poised to receive an 80% salary increase that elected officials say would more fairly compensate people for serving and could encourage more diverse representation. Councilmembers voted in favor …

“Severance” fans, go ahead and breathe a huge sigh of relief. Related Articles Things To Do | Comcast moving Bay Area’s NBC Sports channels to higher tier Things To Do | Justine Bateman slams ‘disaster tourists’ Harry and Meghan for …