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With California still reeling after some of its worst wildfires on record ravaged Los Angeles earlier this year, Santa Clara County authorities this week approved artificial-intelligence-equipped, smoke-sniffing sensors to bolster the region’s early detection capabilities just as fire season gets …

Which sulfate-free shampoos are best? Shampoo should leave your hair clean and manageable without being harsh on delicate locks. However, many shampoos contain surfactants called sulfates that can overly dry the hair and irritate the scalp. Fortunately, sulfate-free shampoo is …

In 2021, nonprofit developer Allied Housing received $1.5 million via a fund that Meta had set up as part of the technology company’s $1 billion commitment to affordable housing made two years earlier. The 59-unit affordable apartment building Allied planned …

The Bay Area News Group clinched 21 of the state’s most prestigious journalism awards for work published in 2024, including six first-place wins in categories as diverse as the readership of the Mercury News and East Bay Times. Staff writers …

The superintendent of the Tamalpais Union High School District has issued a public apology for its mishandling of an investigation into alleged antisemitic remarks by a teacher. “We apologize for the harm caused,” Tara Taupier said at the board of …

The Giants’ just-completed homestand was a downer for all concerned, given an uncharacteristic start from Logan Webb and the news that Justin Verlander was headed for the injured list. Yet in hitting the 50-game mark at 29-21, the Giants are …

After seven years in development, Walt Disney Imagineering is putting the finishing touches on the most lifelike animatronic ever created for a new show coming to Disneyland starring a robotic version of the Anaheim theme park’s visionary founder. The new …

By Jeanne Bonner, CNN If you’ve visited Cooper’s Beach in Southampton on the eastern end of Long Island and concluded it’s the best beach around, you’re right. Because according to Dr. Beach, it’s the No. 1 beach in the US. …

San Mateo County Executive Mike Callagy was cleared of allegations that he interfered with Sheriff Christina Corpus’ authority and engaged in discriminatory or inappropriate conduct, according to an independent investigative report ordered by the county that was released Thursday. The …

PITTSBURG – Pittsburg is beefing up its ordinances in an effort to create a healthier community by limiting underage use and access to tobacco, cannabis, and alcohol. Unanimously approved on first reading by the City Council this week and expected …

(Billy Reid) Sun, suds (of the hopped variety, of course) and style are the name of the game this Memorial Day weekend. The unofficial summer kick-off brings with it a prime chance to load up for the season at hand, …

The Bay Area News Group clinched 21 of the state’s most prestigious journalism awards for work published in 2024, including six first-place wins in categories as diverse as the readership of the Mercury News and East Bay Times. Staff writers …

The superintendent of the Tamalpais Union High School District has issued a public apology for its mishandling of an investigation into alleged antisemitic remarks by a teacher. “We apologize for the harm caused,” Tara Taupier said at the board of …

The Giants’ just-completed homestand was a downer for all concerned, given an uncharacteristic start from Logan Webb and the news that Justin Verlander was headed for the injured list. Yet in hitting the 50-game mark at 29-21, the Giants are …

By Jeanne Bonner, CNN If you’ve visited Cooper’s Beach in Southampton on the eastern end of Long Island and concluded it’s the best beach around, you’re right. Because according to Dr. Beach, it’s the No. 1 beach in the US. …

San Mateo County Executive Mike Callagy was cleared of allegations that he interfered with Sheriff Christina Corpus’ authority and engaged in discriminatory or inappropriate conduct, according to an independent investigative report ordered by the county that was released Thursday. The …

PITTSBURG – Pittsburg is beefing up its ordinances in an effort to create a healthier community by limiting underage use and access to tobacco, cannabis, and alcohol. Unanimously approved on first reading by the City Council this week and expected …

The Broncos more or less have their team for 2025. Sure, there could be another free-agent addition here or there. Yes, Denver did some bottom-of-the-roster churning coming out of its rookie minicamp. But with most of the off-field offseason now …

Each Friday, The Denver Post provides an update on the Rockies’ path to becoming possibly the worst MLB team ever. Current Record: 8-42 On Pace for: 26-136 Infamy Tracker: The Rockies are still tracking to be the worst MLB team …

In a case that pits two of the city’s best-known personal injury firms against each other, Frank Azar & Associates is accusing Bachus & Schanker of stealing prospective clients. Azar, known for his ubiquitous billboards, is suing Bachus & Schanker, …