Kawakami: The 49ers’ obsession, commitment, and triumphant Australia Plan
We know that Kyle Shanahan and his players were unafraid to circle this game and tell the world that they had to win it. They’re earnest about these things.
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Walter Koenig, Ensign Chekov on original 'Star Trek' series, dies at 90
Actor Walter Koenig, who played Ensign Pavel Chekov, the youthful Russian navigator on the “Star Trek” television series and several movies, has died. He was 90....
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Jacob Morley, a convicted murderer, escaped from a Tennessee prison on Sunday, according to the Tennessee Department of Correction.
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Welcome to Ballhalla: Inside the basketball heaven in San Francisco
As the Valkyries return home to San Francisco for Game 5 of the WNBA Finals with the series tied, they know their fans will show up big again, because things happen inside Ballhalla that don't happen anywhere else....
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Muni attacker flees after stabbing bus passenger
SFMTA says violence on transit is “deeply concerning” as police search for suspect.
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San Jose City Council to vote on new name for Plaza de César Chávez this week
San Jose City Council is set to vote on a new name on Tuesday for Plaza de César Chávez after sexual abuse allegations surfaced against the late labor leader....
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First-time homebuyer programs & San Francisco housing market
Mortgage rates are climbing, reaching their highest levels in nearly three years. As of October 22, 2026, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate stands at 7.32%, while the 15-year rate is 6.68%. What does this mean for homebuyers, and is now the right time to buy a home? Christi...
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Police in Carmel, New York wrangle Maggie the runaway cow after wild chase
The 4-year-old cow escaped Little Cabin's Farm in Carmel, New York on Oct. 20.
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Vatican confirms Pope Leo's Latin America trip after post-surgery checkup
Pope Leo XIV will proceed with his planned Nov. 6-17 trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, after doctors determined there are no medical reasons preventing him from traveling three weeks after lung cancer surgery, the Vatican confirmed Monday....
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Newark's Timog Restaurant: Filipino flavors
Timog Restaurant reimagines beloved Filipino dishes while preserving the flavors and traditions that make them special. From familiar comfort foods to creative culinary presentations, Timog offers guests a fresh perspective on Filipino cuisine. Vincent and Sheila Baradi, owners o...
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The WNBA is making fans choose between work and a Valkyries Finals game
Game 6 of the WNBA Finals starts Thursday at 9:30 a.m. PT.
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300 Israeli nationals fly from SFO to Israel to vote in 'critical' upcoming election
(KRON) -- Around 300 Israeli nationals boarded planes at San Francisco International Airport, making the trip to their home country to vote in what they call a "critical" election. Israeli law generally requires citizens to vote in person, with narrow exceptions for diplomats and...