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Quick Glance: Willis vows not to derail Trump's election interference trial
- Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis vowed to bring Trump's election interference case to trial.
- The House Judiciary Committee subpoenaed Willis in February for documents related to federal funding.
- Willis refused to provide all requested materials by the next day, citing diversion from main tasks.
- Despite threats and politically motivated 'investigations,' Willis plans to hand over all records in the coming weeks.
Los Gatos, Campbell: 2 restaurants close for renovations: Facelifts in the works for 1972 vintage Pedro's, Pruneyard's Pacific Catch
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Quick Glance: Renovations in Los Gatos and Campbell: Pedro's and Pacific Catch Affected
- Pedro's Restaurant & Cantina in Los Gatos will be closed until late summer, while Pacific Catch in Campbell is closed for a month for renovations.
- Pedro's started in 1972 with a 12-table restaurant, expanding twice. The second location in Santa Clara opened in 1980.
- Updates at Pedro's in Los Gatos include interior and menu enhancements, while Pacific Catch in Campbell is improving traffic flow and seating options.
- Pacific Catch in Campbell is expected to reopen in April, with nearest locations in Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, and Cupertino.
San Jose Water customers could see big increases in the next three years: San Jose Water has proposed to increase rates by more than 20 percent through 2027.
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Quick Glance: World Water Day: Global Stories of Water Crisis
- Worldwide, people are struggling with basic needs due to dried-up rivers and contaminated water.
- Human-induced climate change exacerbates water scarcity for 2.2 billion people globally.
- From Peru to Indonesia, Morocco, California, Kenya, and India, individuals share their challenges in accessing clean water.
- Scarcity, pollution, and depletion of water sources affect communities in Lima, Jakarta, Ras el Ma, Corning, Makueni County, and Bawal.
The 49ers Are Ready to Pay Brock Purdy: The San Francisco quarterback will be up for a contract extension in 2025.
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Quick Glance: 49ers’ Jed York Ready to Invest Big in Brock Purdy’s Contract
- San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York seems almost eager to pay quarterback Brock Purdy when he becomes eligible for a contract extension.
- York expressed readiness to generously compensate Purdy, who has the potential to be among the best in his position, after completing his first full season as a starter last month.
- He emphasized the importance of quarterbacks and the rising salaries in the NFL, especially concerning Purdy's extension, which will pose financial challenges for the team.
- Despite potential salary cap tensions in the future, the 49ers are enjoying a rare quarterback-drama-free offseason due to Purdy's success last season.
Former Cyclones QB Brock Purdy cheers on Iowa State women's basketball in NCAA Tournament
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Quick Glance: Audi Crooks: Rise of a Basketball Newcomer at Iowa State
- The NCAA Tournament often creates overnight stars, intensifying national interest.
- Audi Crooks led Iowa State with 40 points in a victory against Maryland, garnering national attention.
- Crooks' historic performance set social media ablaze and received praise nationwide.
- 19-year-old Audi Crooks is an emerging basketball player with an impressive background and potential.
San Jose housing tower with 300-plus apartments nears final city OK: A downtown San Jose housing tower is poised to receive final city approval ...
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Quick Glance: New residential high-rise in San Jose nears final city approval
- A new high-rise in downtown San Jose with hundreds of residential units is close to obtaining the city's final approval and may potentially incorporate an office building if the current office market in the Bay Area rebounds.
- According to the proposal from a development alliance of three real estate companies - Westbank from Canada, Urban Community led by Gary Dillabough and Jeff Arrillaga, and Terrascape headed by Tony Arreola and Mark Lazzarini - the 17-story tower at 323 Terraine Street could encompass a total of 345 apartments.
- The project is planned to be constructed on a 1.6-acre site in a San Jose neighborhood known as North San Pedro.
- Additionally, the project planners also envision street-level retail spaces totaling 12,200 square feet.
Stanford’s Iriafen dominates as Cardinal beat Iowa State in overtime: Stanford beats Iowa State and advances to Sweet 16 in Portland 4 regional.
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Quick Glance: Iriafen Dominates, Stanford Beats Iowa State in Overtime
- Kiki Iriafen of Stanford wouldn’t let her team lose, with Brooke Demetre saving the day with crucial shots as the Cardinal defeated Iowa State 87-81 in overtime.
- Stanford will face either North Carolina State or Tennessee in the Portland 4 Regional after securing their 29th Sweet 16 bid.
- Coach Tara VanDerveer earned her 100th NCAA Tournament win at Stanford, enhancing their record at Maples Pavilion to 42-6.
- Iriafen scored 41 points and grabbed 16 rebounds for Stanford, while Iowa State's Emily Ryan nearly matched her with 36 points.
For patients with disabilities, this doctor prioritizes independence — and fun: Sometimes health care means being able to go out and watch a wrestling match ...
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49ers set for ownership shift: Jed York to succeed mother as primary owner: The 49ers are seeking NFL approval to move CEO Jed York into the primary owner role ...
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Quick Glance: 49ers Ownership Transition: Jed York to Lead Franchise
- Jed York is on the verge of succeeding his mother as the 49ers’ primary owner, a title change that isn’t surprising after his past 13 years as CEO and face of the ownership group.
- Jed York, 43, has spent nearly 20 years working amid the 49ers’ hierarchy, taking on the CEO role in 2010. Three Super Bowl trips have followed, including last season’s under coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch, who both had their contracts extended prior to the season.
- While Denise DeBartolo York preferred a low-key profile during her tenure, Dr. John York has been a regular presence at games and occasionally at training sessions over the last two decades. However, it has been Jed York who has represented the ownership for almost a decade.
- Following a controversial ownership transfer due to Eddie DeBartolo's legal issues, Denise DeBartolo York became one of the NFL’s pioneering female owners. Among others currently acknowledged as primary or co-owners in the NFL are: Kim Pegula (Buffalo Bills), Virginia Halas McCaskey (Chicago Bears), Dee Haslam (Cleveland Browns), Sheila Ford Hamp (Detroit Lions), Janice McNair (Houston Texans), Carol Davis (Raiders), Gayle Benson (New Orleans Saints), Jody Allen (Seattle Seahawks), and Amy Adams Strunk (Tennessee Titans). According to ESPN, the Houston Texans are also anticipated to seek a transition of primary ownership from Janice McNair to her son Cal.
San Jose’s Music in the Park targets ‘new level’ with big 2024 lineup: Here's how to get tickets to see Beach Boys, El Tri with Alex Lora, Los Van Van ...
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Quick Glance: San Jose's Music in the Park Raises the Bar with Impressive 2024 Lineup
- San Jose's Music in the Park continues to expand its offerings with an impressive lineup for 2024.
- With five shows already listed for 2024 and up to three more in the pipeline, organizers aim to elevate the music festival to a new level.
- The lineup features renowned artists such as the legendary Beach Boys and the rock band El Tri from Mexico.
- Tickets are now available at mitpsj.com, with the outdoor concerts taking place from 5-10 p.m. at Plaza de César Chávez in the heart of San Jose.
San Jose high school brings in $1.6 million as it celebrates 10 years: Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School honored its longtime corporate work-study partners ...
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Quick Glance: San Jose School Raises $1.6 Million
- Los Gatos resident Diane Brandenburg continues to surprise with community involvement.
- Brandenburg's $100,000 donation at an annual fundraiser for Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School was unexpected.
- The event marked the school's 10th anniversary and was a major success with prominent figures in attendance.
- A Disney 'Imagineer' and the retirement celebration of a city planning director were additional highlights of the event, which also featured a dog sports day and a presentation on notable women in the city.
San Jose: Pedestrian killed in collision on U.S. Highway 101: A man walking on Highway 101 in San Jose was fatally struck by a driver early Thursday morning ...
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Downtown San Jose 2-alarm fire destroys two homes: San Jose Fire Department responded to a house fire on the 100 block of North 4th Street caught on fire.
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Robert Kennedy’s vice-presidential pick will broaden his appeal in race to White House
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang kicks off its GTC keynote in San Jose with a slew of AI infused chip announcements. Check out our recap right here.
49ers stars George Kittle, Deebo Samuel part of Netflix’s ‘Receiver’ docuseries: The 49ers' George Kittle and Deebo Samuel are part of Netflix's ...
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Quick Glance: Netflix's New Docuseries 'Receiver' Explores NFL's Top Catchers
- Netflix announced the release of a docuseries named 'Receiver' focusing on some of the NFL's top catchers.
- Produced by Peyton Manning's Omaha Productions, NFL Films, and 2PM Productions, the series features standout players with intriguing storylines.
- The five players showcased had exceptional seasons, contributing to the drama both on and off the field.
- The eight-episode series will debut in the summer, offering fans an inside look into the lives and performances of NFL players.
San Jose police seek tips on suspects wanted in shooting that injured a dog: The San Jose Police Department's investigation into a shooting that injured a ...
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Quick Glance: San Jose Police Seek Tips on Suspects Wanted in Shooting That Injured a Dog
- The San Jose police are seeking the public's help in locating two suspects involved in a shooting that injured a young German Shepherd dog named Marley, as stated in a department press release issued on Monday.
- The incident took place in the vicinity of Ann Darling Drive and McKee Road, with authorities confirming the involvement of two suspects who remain unidentified at this time.
- Described as a Hispanic adult male in his 20s, one suspect had a slender build and was seen wearing specific clothing details. However, there is no definitive description available for the second suspect.
- Following the shooting, the 10-month-old homeless German Shepherd was taken to the San Jose Animal Care and Services Center, where she was given the name Marley. Sustaining a gunshot wound to her snout, resulting in jaw damage requiring surgical intervention, Marley also sustained an injury to her right paw. Treatment was provided at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, and she is currently under foster care.
San Jose exorcism: Coroner details how 3-year-old died: A court hearing to determine whether three people will head to trial in the 2021 exorcism death of a ...
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'Violent predator' allegedly used hidden camera to film 91 people — including children — inside Starbucks bathroom: police
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LA Rams QB Jimmy Garoppolo says he ‘messed up’ NFL’s policy on Therapeutic Use Exemptions resulting in two-game ban
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Quick Glance: Jimmy Garoppolo joins Rams, admits suspension mistake
- Jimmy Garoppolo signs one-year deal with Los Angeles Rams, becomes backup for Matthew Stafford.
- Garoppolo suspended for two games for NFL violation.
- Despite suspension, he can participate in Rams' offseason activities but not at the start of the season.
- Garoppolo embraces backup role after tumultuous seasons with Raiders and 49ers.
Some Intel employees want US chipmaker to call for ceasefire in Gaza: Some employees at Santa Clara chipmaking giant Intel Corp. want the company – the largest ...
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San Jose: Man arrested after hidden camera found in Starbucks restroom: Louie Juarez Jr. is accused of installing the device in a women's restroom at a ...
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Sharks activate Blackwood off IR, keep Los Gatos native on team: NHL: San Jose Sharks activate Mackenzie Blackwood off IR and reassign Magnus Chrona to the ...
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Big San Jose housing project may zip through streamlined approvals: A proposed San Jose housing development that could produce hundreds of residences near a key ...
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San Jose, NYC and San Francisco Top Ranking of Green Transportation Systems: Growing metro areas in the US Sun Belt have some of the worst transportation ...
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Power up: PG&E says electricity plan can boost Silicon Valley innovation and economy
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High-profile retailer moves from one San Jose mega mall to another: High-profile retailer H&M has exited its site in one of San Jose's mega malls and will ...
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Reports: Rams sign QB Jimmy Garoppolo to 1-year deal: The Los Angeles Rams are signing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to a one-year contract ...
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Quick Glance: Jimmy Garoppolo, Rams One-Year Contract Announcement
- Reports indicate that Jimmy Garoppolo has found a new home. The Los Angeles Rams have agreed to sign Garoppolo to a one-year contract in free agency, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter on Friday. Garoppolo officially became a free agent on Wednesday after the Las Vegas Raiders released him shortly after signing Gardner Minshew to compete with Aiden O'Connell for the starting quarterback position.
- Last season, Garoppolo signed a three-year contract with Las Vegas to become the Raiders' quarterback solution. However, he faced difficulties in six starts, throwing seven touchdowns and nine interceptions with a passer rating of 77.7, leading to being benched in Week 9 in favor of O'Connell. The 32-year-old quarterback has participated in 81 games (63 starts) in his 10-year career, throwing for 94 touchdowns and 51 interceptions with a passer rating of 97.6.
- After returning to San Francisco in 2022 to be Trey Lance's backup quarterback, Garoppolo started 10 games that season when Lance was injured. However, a foot injury in December ended Garoppolo's season, leading the 49ers to turn to Mr. Irrelevant Brock Purdy, who guided them to Super Bowl LVIII in February. Now back in the NFC West Division, Garoppolo will serve as Matthew Stafford's backup quarterback in Los Angeles.
- Garoppolo will face a two-game suspension in 2024 for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substance policy.
Apple to pay $490 million to settle allegations that it misled investors about iPhone sales in China
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Quick Glance: USS Idaho to Undergo Christening Ceremony in Groton
- The upcoming Saturday, the U.S. Navy will christen the fast-attack submarine USS Idaho in Groton, Connecticut.
- The Supreme Court rejected the request of an LGBTQ student group to hold a drag show on the campus of West Texas A&M University.
- A woman from Virginia discovered a forgotten Mega Millions ticket in her nightstand and realized the weeks-old ticket was worth $3 million.
- A New Mexico trooper was shot near Tucumcari on Interstate 40, and the suspect was still at large.
Josh Dobbs' fascinating NFL career continues: Veteran QB signing with NFC contender, per report
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Quick Glance: Josh Dobbs: Veteran QB Signs with NFC Contender
- 49ers face competition for backup QB spot.
- Josh Dobbs signs one-year deal with 49ers.
- Dobbs to compete with Brandon Allen for backup job.
- Dobbs played for Cardinals and Vikings last season.
Sidecar Modern Tavern shutters in Los Gatos: Restaurant owners say pandemic led to long-term issues.
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49ers Must Forfeit Draft Pick Over Salary Cap Error: The NFL is docking the 49ers a 2025 draft pick after it discovered a payroll accounting error from the 2022 ...
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Quick Glance: Consequences for 49ers due to payroll mistake
- The San Francisco 49ers will lose their 2025 fifth-round pick and have their 2024 fourth-round pick moved back four spots due to a payroll error.
- The 49ers are facing a penalty for a payroll accounting error. The NFL declared that the 49ers will forfeit their 2025 fifth-round pick and have their 2024 fourth-round pick, No. 131 overall, moved back four spots because of 'administrative payroll accounting errors' that misrepresented how much salary-cap space they had before the start of free agency last year.
Wobbly Bay Area office market spurs delay of huge San Jose tech campus: A huge tech campus proposed for downtown San Jose could be delayed for a few years ...
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Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors: 49ers WR posts message to Mike Tomlin amid Steelers' reported interest
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AP women's All-America team: Caitlin Clark, JuJu Watkins and more: Iowa star Caitlin Clark has been honored for the third straight season as a first-team ...
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Quick Glance: AP Women's All-America Team: Caitlin Clark, JuJu Watkins and More
- Caitlin Clark earned her third straight All-America team selection, alongside Stanford's Cameron Brink, UConn's Paige Bueckers, and freshmen JuJu Watkins of USC and Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame.
- Clark became the first Division I player to achieve consecutive 1,000-point seasons and surpassed 3,000 points and 1,000 assists in her career.
- JuJu Watkins, a freshman, scored 810 points, became the first USC player to earn first-team AP honors, and helped the Trojans win the Pac-12 Tournament.
- Hannah Hidalgo led the Fighting Irish to the ACC Tournament title, excelling in steals with an average of 4.6 per game. Paige Bueckers returned healthy, playing with 21.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists for the Huskies.
California rain, snow return. Here’s how long weather will last: Two wet weather systems will bring rain, snow and wind to Northern California the next few days ...
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Man armed with knife robs Palo Alto convenience store: A man armed with a knife robbed a Palo Alto convenience store Friday morning, police said.
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Valley Fair in San Jose expands luxury collection with new merchants: Westfield Valley Fair in San Jose is expanding its collection of luxury stores by adding ...
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Quick Glance: Expanding Valley Fair's Luxury Collection in San Jose with New Retailers
- Westfield Valley Fair in San Jose is broadening its array of luxury stores by incorporating more high-end retailers, showcasing the resilience of the South Bay amidst retail challenges affecting other parts of the Bay Area.
- Despite the impacts of the pandemic and the related restrictions, Valley Fair has introduced over 25 new or revamped luxury retailers, as reported by mall officials.
- Recent additions to Valley Fair's luxury collection include brands like Valentino, Fendi, Loewe, Marc Jacobs, and Louis Vuitton.
- The expansion of Valley Fair has not only led to the inclusion of luxury stores but also unique experiences such as the culinary movie experience at ShowPlace ICON Theatre & Kitchen, and Eataly, a Food Hall immersing in all aspects of Italian cuisine and wines.
Tech titan widens Bay Area real estate shopping spree with new deal: Applied Materials has grabbed a chunk of property in Sunnyvale as the tech titan widens its ...
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Column: Shark tank? The Chicago Blackhawks have priorities beyond the Macklin Celebrini draft sweepstakes.
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Stabbing victim dies in San Jose’s tenth homicide of 2024: A man who was dropped off at a San Jose emergency room with stab wounds died Wednesday morning ...
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SF Giants fans and teammates pinning high hopes on hometown hero Kyle Harrison: Bay Area native Kyle Harrison looks to take bigger role in SF Giants' ...
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Mountain View tech buildings are foreclosed as real estate woes widen: A lender has seized two big office buildings in a tech-rich section of Silicon Valley ...
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What’s in a name? VTA asks residents to name its $76 million tunnel boring machine
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Police officer fatally shoots knife-wielding man in Sunnyvale: Upon arrival on the crime scene, Sunnyvale police officers found an adult male armed with a knife ...
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California late-season storm sends rain, snow to Tahoe and Sierra: A cold late-season storm will bring rain, snow and wind to California this weekend ...
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US, California sue Apple, alleging company monopolized smartphone market
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Watch: Former Oregon Ducks’ star Arik Armstead felt ‘extremely disrespected’ by the San Francisco 49ers
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San Jose office tower conversion to housing project formally launches: A plan to convert a downtown San Jose office tower from offices to housing is officially ...
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Quick Glance: Historic San Jose Tower Transformation into Housing Project
- The conversion of a downtown San Jose office tower into housing has officially commenced, with a formal permit application for the project that could result in over 100 homes.
- The historic Bank of Italy tower is set to be transformed into residences under a proposal by the owner, an alliance between Canada-based global developer Westbank and local developer Urban Community from San Jose, led by real estate entrepreneurs Gary Dillabough and Jeff Arrillaga.
- According to city public documents, Westbank submitted the formal permit application to the San Jose Planning Department on March 20.
- The project outlines the conversion of offices on 11 of the tower’s 13 floors into residences, with the development of residences planned for floors two through 12.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy gets married over the weekend in Iowa
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Quick Glance: 49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy's Wedding with Jenna Brandt
- San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy announced his marriage to his longtime college sweetheart over the past weekend. The wedding took place on Saturday.
- Brock Purdy, the NFL star, and Jenna Brandt, both 24 years old, tied the knot on Saturday in Des Moines, Iowa, as reported by the celebrity gossip website TMZ. A maximum of 350 guests attended the celebration. The engagement of Purdy and Brandt was revealed in an Instagram post in July.
- The two met while studying at Iowa State, where Purdy excelled in college football, leading the team to victories for four consecutive seasons. He was selected as the 262nd and final pick of the 2022 NFL draft, earning the nickname 'Mr. Irrelevant.'
- During the previous season, his first as a full-time starter in the NFL, Purdy led the 49ers to the Super Bowl, where they experienced a defeat against the Kansas City Chiefs. Brandt participated in track and field competitions and was part of a volleyball club during her college years. She pursued a major in kinesiology, focusing on the study of human movement and muscle function, according to Parade magazine.
San Jose: SJPD second-in-command selected as interim chief: Paul Joseph, currently the second-in-command at the San Jose Police Department ...
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Chiefs’ Reid has advice for 49ers’ Shanahan on winning the Super Bowl: Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid offered advice to Kyle Shanahan of the San ...
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South Bay teacher arrested in rape of student two decades ago: Shawn Thomas was arrested in connection to an incident at Leigh High School in San Jose ...
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Rain is coming back to California. Here’s where and for how long: The end of March is shaping up to be wetter than usual in Northern California ...
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Canada’s Joey restaurant coming to the Bay Area for the first time: Santa Clara's Valley Fair scores another culinary first
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Quick Glance: Canada's Joey Restaurant Debuting in the Bay Area
- Joey, the Canadian restaurant with a globally inspired menu, will have its debut in Northern California at Westfield Valley Fair's restaurant row.
- The upscale Santa Clara mall had previously been chosen by Eataly for its first Italian food emporium in the Bay Area/NorCal.
- Joey, a family-owned business in the 'premium casual' category, offers a wide range of dishes from Korean Fried Cauliflower and Roasted Corn Guacamole to main courses like Ravioli Bianco with seafood, Bollywood Butter Chicken, and Steak & Sushi. Additionally, there is a selection of craft cocktails, wine, and beer available. A particular highlight is the dessert offering.
- The Vancouver, British Columbia-based chain was established in 1992. Currently, the chain has 23 locations in Canada and nine in the United States. Over the past years, they have expanded into Southern California, Washington, Texas, and Florida. The four SoCal Joeys are located in Downtown Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach, and Woodland Hills. Joey will take over the former space of Bamboo Sushi at the Santa Clara Mall, which recently closed. An opening date has not yet been announced.
Map: Mudslide closes Highway 9 above Saratoga: A two-mile stretch of Highway 9 is closed because of debris from a mudslide, the California Department of ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/26/map-mudslide-closes-highway-9-above-saratoga/
49ers’ role for Brandon Staley sounds like co-defensive coordinator: Head coach Kyle Shanahan for the first time outlined how he plans to use Brandon Staley in ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/49ers/article/49ers-role-brandon-staley-sounds-co-defensive-19368129.php
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Networking event gives Bay Area high school girls a map to tech careers: The Tech Interactive brought together 150 students to Pave It Forward ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/26/networking-event-gives-bay-area-high-school-girls-a-map-to-tech-careers/
San Jose charter school closes as Bay Area districts face declining enrollment and million dollar budget deficits
mercurynews.com/2024/03/27/san-jose-charter-school-closes-as-bay-area-districts-face-declining-enrollment-and-million-dollar-budget-deficits/
Maryland women’s basketball blows 20-point lead, loses to Iowa State, 93-86, in NCAA Tournament
baltimoresun.com/2024/03/22/maryland-womens-basketball-blows-20-point-lead-loses-to-iowa-state-93-86-in-ncaa-tournament/
These vintage signs in San Jose could use some love: The vintage neon sign for Westside Billiards is just one of many around town in need of TLC.
mercurynews.com/2024/03/19/these-vintage-signs-in-san-jose-could-use-some-love/
Aiming to lift spirits of passers-by, homeless San Jose artist creates elaborate, wearable suits of armor
nbcbayarea.com/news/local/bay-area-proud/hoping-to-lift-spirits-of-passers-by-homeless-san-jose-artist-creates-elaborate-wearable-suits-of-armor/3486632/
Camera hidden in Starbucks restroom films over 90 visitors as young as 4, CA cops say
kentucky.com/news/nation-world/national/article286952695.html
Kurtenbach: The 49ers are getting worked over in free agency: San Francisco 49ers: Even with three free-agent signings, the Niners' defense looks markedly ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/12/kurtenbach-the-49ers-are-getting-worked-over-in-free-agency/
Quick Glance: Challenges Faced by the 49ers in Free Agency
- With their Super Bowl window open and numerous roster gaps to fill, especially on defense, the start of free agency was crucial for the 49ers.
- The developments in the initial days are not very promising.
- The Niners' performance in the marketplace has been lackluster so far, with questionable decisions casting doubt on their future success.
- Hope for redemption may lie in signing a top cornerback in the dormant free agent market to offset the disappointing defensive line moves.
Motorcyclist dies in Sunnyvale collision: A motorcyclist died Sunday morning after colliding with a car at the intersection of Lawrence Expressway and Arques ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/17/motorcyclist-dies-in-sunnyvale-collision/
Matthew Modine provides an uplifting finish to Cinequest: The star of "Hard Miles" and "Full Metal Jacket" received the Maverick Spirit Award ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/18/matthew-modine-provides-an-uplifting-finish-to-cinequest/
California's 16th Congressional District divided by one vote: Former San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo has secured a spot in the runoff, but the second-place finisher ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-03-26/california-congress-district-16-anna-eshoo-seat-simitian-low-liccardo
San Jose: BART extension price tag balloons once again — this time by $600 million
mercurynews.com/2024/03/11/san-jose-bart-extension-price-tag-balloons-once-again-this-time-by-600-million/
The feds want to study giving cash to renters. Will Californians be included?: HUD wants to see what happens when you give cash directly to renters ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/25/the-feds-want-to-study-giving-cash-to-renters-will-californians-be-included/
Report: 49ers free agent Chase Young to visit multiple teams: Defensive end Chase Young is expected to leave the 49ers in free agency and has scheduled visits ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/12/report-49ers-free-agent-chase-young-to-visit-multiple-teams/
TikTok agrees to sublease big San Jose tech building, preps offices: TikTok has completed a rental deal for a big San Jose tech building, a transaction that ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/20/tiktok-san-jose-roku-real-estate-rent-lease-office-tech-economy-china/
Six people jailed, weapons seized after gang-motivated attack in San Jose, police say
mercurynews.com/2024/03/27/six-people-jailed-weapons-seized-after-gang-motivated-attack-in-san-jose-police-say/
New report: Kaiser and Stanford rake in millions more in tax breaks than they give back
mercurynews.com/2024/03/28/new-report-examines-how-much-hospitals-give-back-compared-to-tax-savings/
Would Cleveland Browns moving to Brook Park be unprecedented in the NFL?: If the Cleveland Browns flee downtown for the suburbs, they wouldn’t be the first NFL ...
cleveland.com/browns/2024/03/would-cleveland-browns-fleeing-to-brook-park-be-unprecedented-in-the-nfl.html
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San Jose man arrested on suspicion of making illegal guns: A 25-year-old San Jose man was arrested last week on suspicion of manufacturing illegal firearms ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/12/san-jose-man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-making-illegal-guns/
Quick Glance: San Jose Man Arrested for Alleged Illegal Gun Production
- A 25-year-old San Jose man was arrested last week on suspicion of manufacturing illegal firearms, according to police on Tuesday.
- Following a thorough investigation into the production of privately made firearms in the city, detectives identified and apprehended the suspect on March 8.
- During the search of the man's residence, authorities discovered three firearms, six machine gun conversion devices, a silencer, ammunition, firearm manufacturing materials, and two 3D printers.
- The 3D printers were reportedly utilized for the production of illicit firearms. The suspect was taken into custody on multiple firearm-related charges and was held on $250,000 bail until Tuesday.
San Jose teacher arrested; police say he annoyed or molested a student: A teacher from ACE Empower Academy was booked into Santa Clara County Jail for charges ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/25/san-jose-teacher-arrested-police-say-he-annoyed-or-molested-a-student/
5 revelations from Kavanaugh accuser Christine Blasey Ford’s new book: Blasey Ford’s book includes anguishing details about her brutal treatment by the public ...
sfchronicle.com/politics/article/christine-blasey-ford-book-19213579.php
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Biden administration warns states of cyberattack threat to water, wastewater systems
thehill.com/policy/technology/4544394-biden-administration-warns-states-of-cyberattack-threat-to-water-wastewater-systems/
Quick Glance: Mayor Denies Water Crisis in City Despite Eikenhof Pump Station Failure
- Continuous monitoring of water supply system by Johannesburg Water.
- Mayor defines crisis and emphasizes challenges of water disruptions.
- Johannesburg experiences sporadic water outages, addresses infrastructure deficiencies.
- City invests limited resources in infrastructure, plans actions to tackle the backlog.
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