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Even critics of safety net increasingly depend on it

LINDSTROM, Minn. -- Ki Gulbranson owns a logo apparel shop, deals in jewelry on the side and referees youth soccer games.

Los Gatos opens a smartly designed new library, one that Steve Jobs might have appreciated

The new library opened for the first time to the public on Saturday, a moment that captured the enduring importance of repositories of treasured information to community life,...

Serial killers' victim identified from remains in Calaveras County

A forensic dentist has determined that the skull and teeth found Thursday on a remote Calaveras County property belonged to Cyndi Vanderheiden, a woman missing since 1998.

Whitney Houston, superstar of records, films, dies at 48

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer...

Staff at The Sun tabloid arrested in bribe inquiry

LONDON (AP) -- Britain's biggest-selling newspaper was fighting to contain the damage after five employees at The Sun tabloid were arrested Saturday in an inquiry into the...

Monte Poole: Enjoy the Jeremy Lin ride while it lasts

The history of sports is filled with tales of athletes who stepped from the fringes and, for a brief time, ruled the world. That's why we so fondly remember Buster Douglas...

State senator, wife attacked at western N.Y. casino

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (AP) -- A state senator and his wife said Saturday that they were attacked and beaten at a Niagara Falls casino hotel after the lawmaker tried to break up an...

Tiger Woods poised for victory at AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am

Tiger Woods is 11-under for the tournament, good enough for a share of third place and four shots off Charlie Wi's pace.

Third round AT&T Pebble Beach: Tiger Woods vaults into third place

PEBBLE BEACH -- Tiger Woods staged a full-scale assault at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Saturday to put himself in prime contention, but front-runner Charlie Wi was...

Family, teachers remember Powell boys in Tacoma

TACOMA, Wash. -- More than a thousand people mourned the deaths of Charlie and Braden Powell at a public funeral Saturday, nearly a week after the young boys' father killed...

Portrait of Mary Todd Lincoln is deemed a hoax

For 32 years, a portrait of a serene Mary Todd Lincoln hung in the governor's mansion in Springfield, Ill.

Maine GOP chairman say Mitt Romney wins caucuses

Mitt Romney eked out a narrow win in Maine's Republican caucuses, state party officials announced Saturday, providing his campaign with a much-needed boost after three...

Syrian army general assassinated in Damascus

BEIRUT -- Gunmen assassinated an army general in Damascus on Saturday in the first killing of a high ranking military officer in the Syrian capital since the uprising against...

Man, 21, killed in Pleasant Hill drive-by shooting

Man died after gunshots were fired outside of a home in the 200 block of Devonshire Court, near Devon Avenue, authorities said.

As Syria burns, neighboring Lebanon feels the heat

BEIRUT -- The tensions between the two neighborhoods were building for days in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli.

Woman dead, man in critical condition after East Oakland shooting

Shooting reported about 5 a.m. in 2800 block of 35th Avenue, near Allendale Avenue, police said.

Seventeen-month-old San Mateo twins recovering after liver transplants

The San Mateo twins are quickly developing their own personalities and habits, but they both will always share matching long and winding scars across their bellies. The faint pink...

Afghan war's risks shift to contractors

KABUL, Afghanistan -- Even dying is being outsourced. This is a war where traditional military jobs, from mess hall cooks to base guards and convoy drivers, have increasingly been...

Cal holds off UCLA rally for 73-63 victory

The win allowed Cal to complete a regular-season sweep of UCLA and USC for the first time since the Bears' national championship season of 1958-59.

From the archives: Jeremy Lin led little Palo Alto team that could

The heady point guard led team's improbable state title run, earning himself Mercury News playof of the year honors.

From the archives: Jeremy Lin's NBA 3-pointer broke Mater Dei's back

'That was just an answer to a prayer,' Lin said. 'It was lucky, but I'm thankful. It gave us an opening and we took it.'

Greek prime minister defends bailout deal, painful cuts

ATHENS, Greece -- Warning of a "catastrophe" that would leave Greeks subsisting on food stamps and the country wallowing in bankruptcy, Greek leaders urged lawmakers...

Herhold: What Chuck Reed should have said

For more than five years now, San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed has had one of the toughest jobs anywhere. He's presided over pay cuts, layoffs and bitter union negotiations.

Penn class teaches students how to live like monks

PHILADELPHIA -- Looking for a wild-and-crazy time at college? Don't sign up for Justin McDaniel's religious studies class.

Purdy: Rain doesn't dampen outlook for former Stanford star Joseph Bramlett

23-year-old pro from Saratoga and Stanford University has a key home-fairway edge.

Kawakami: If Tiger Woods can make a few putts, watch out

From tee to green, he looked like near-vintage Tiger Woods on Friday -- towering drives, laser-sharp long irons, crisp wedges.

49ers: Santa Clara stadium to open early, in 2014; groundbreaking this spring

Santa Clara officials strike a deal with construction firm to break ground 6 months ahead of schedule. Special report: South Bay football 49ers Hot Read blog |

Attorney: Parents' concerns were ignored in Redwood City abuse case

An attorney for the family of a 5-year-old autistic boy who was allegedly abused by a Redwood City School District special-education teacher said the teacher, Alexia Bogdis,...

Attorney for driver in Saratoga hit-and-run case blames cyclist

Attorney says cyclists made up story in bid to sue Saratoga man. More crime and courts

San Jose Sharks snap two-game losing streak, hold off Chicago Blackhawks

Sharks had dropped two straight; Chicago loses seventh in a row. Facebook | Twitter | Blog |

San Francisco 49ers give G.M. Trent Baalke three-year contract extension

Team executive now signed through 2016 season.

San Jose State forges ahead with Bill Walsh Center

The Bill Walsh Center will be the spiritual and intellectual heart of the 60,000-square foot, two-building complex rising above the north end zone of Spartan Stadium. College...

Google's first employee leaves company

Google employee No. 1, Craig Silverstein, is leaving the search giant. Along with co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Silverstein helped craft Google's culture in the...

Shoplifting attempt turns to robbery at Stanford Shopping Center

A suspected shoplifter tried to wrestle and bite her way to freedom after being stopped by Nordstrom loss prevention officers at Stanford Shopping Center on Wednesday, a police...

DARE contest winners visit with Rex, the police dog

Students who won an essay contest for the Drug Abuse Resistance Education program visit with Atherton police dog Rex at Encinal Elementary.

Palo Alto to review proposed massage rule changes

After a nearly 16-year lull in enforcement, the city of Palo Alto is poised to resume regulation of its massage parlors and practitioners.

Woman dead after being hit by car in San Jose

A woman walking across a West San Jose street died Friday evening after being hit by a car, police said.

Jeremy Lin: New York Knicks star scores 38 points in win over Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers

Lin, the former Palo Alto High and Warriors guard, had the most astounding performance of his remarkable week, outdueling Bryant as New York held off the Los Angeles Lakers 92-85...

Netflix settlement trims 14 percent off 4th-quarter earnings

Netflix pressed the rewind button on its fourth-quarter earnings after settling allegations that the video subscription service violated a consumer-privacy law.

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick finds solace with strong pro-am showing

Losing Super Bowl coach, partner Barnes tied for 7th

Former Cal Bears golfer Charlie Wi in command at halfway point of AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am

Ex-Cal star grabs three-shot lead; Woods tied for 17th, six shots back

Finding lessons in our losses and grief

Readers' stories help us examine end-of-life care

San Francisco: Woman injured after driving her car into the surf at Ocean Beach

Fire department rescue teams remove the woman, whose injuries are not considered life-threatening, authorities said.

Hip hop, chess and Jiu-Jitsu featured at free event in San Jose on Saturday

Federation's leader helps at-risk youth stay on track

Woman dead after being hit by car in San Jose

A woman walking on a West San Jose street died Friday evening after being hit by a car, police said.The woman appeared to be in her 40s but was not identified Friday.

Federal officials release new details about underwear bomber

DETROIT -- A Nigerian who pleaded guilty to trying to blow up a Detroit-bound plane began his path to terrorism with a text message from a top al-Qaida figure in Yemen, the U.

Nowhere to go: Mt. Diablo High students launch 'Pissing is a Human Right' campaign to protest locked restrooms

Teachers who voted No Confidence in principal have also said students need more restrooms open

2 Sudans edge closer to brink in oil dispute

KHARTOUM, Sudan -- Sudan and the breakaway nation of South Sudan are locked in an exceedingly dangerous game of brinkmanship over billions of gallons of oil, seizing tankers,...