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Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's corruption trial exhibits reveal alleged violence, money conflict
Newly released court exhibits in the federal bribery and corruption trial of former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and three co-defendants offered jurors a look at the early stages of the alleged pay-to-play scheme as testimony continued Monday in federal court.
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Alameda's $40.5M All-Electric Aquatic Center Breaks Ground at Sweeney Park
Alameda has officially kicked off construction on its long-planned aquatic center, with the City of Alameda announcing that work has begun on the all-electric pool complex rising at the west end of Jean Sweeney Open Space Park. The project pairs a 30-meter competition pool with a separate activity pool, along with spectator areas and a support building meant to serve swimmers of all ages for years to come.
The Berkeley Scanner
KTVU FOX 2
Pittsburg approves 45-day data center moratorium but doesn't stop current plans to build one
The Pittsburg City Council voted unanimously to enact a temporary 45-day moratorium on new data centers following a heated meeting. The pause does not affect the previously approved Phase 1 of the Avaio data center project slated for the former Delta View Golf Course site, frustrating local opponents. Pittsburg joins...
KQED
Key Witness in Sheng Thao Corruption Trial Will Be Compelled to Testify
The one-time romantic partner of a government witness at the center of Sheng Thao’s Oakland corruption trial will be compelled to testify Wednesday. U.S. District Chief Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers on Tuesday signed an order requiring Cecilia Mendez to appear on the witness stand after her attorney said she planned to invoke her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.
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Grandview Independent
Report: Gas leaking into idled flare system caused Richmond’s rotten egg smell
Chevron says hydrogen sulfide-containing hydrocarbon gas leaked into part of its Richmond refinery’s flare system, causing the rotten-egg odor that spread across Richmond last week. The section of the flare system had been shut down and isolated for scheduled maintenance, according to a 72-hour report
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Oakley City Council Votes 4-1 to Declare George Fuller’s District 5 Seat Vacant
The Oakley City Council voted 4-1 Tuesday evening to declare the District 5 City Council seat held by George Fuller vacant, citing his failure to attend three consecutive regular council meetings without obtaining permission, as required under California Government Code Section 36513. Fuller, who opposed the resolution, argued the action...
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Chevron explains source of rotten egg smell that elevated hydrogen sulfide levels in Richmond last week
Chevron said Monday the rotten egg odor that wafted through West Contra Costa County communities late last week was caused by a part of the Richmond Refinery’s flare system that was out of service, allowing gas containing hydrogen sulfide to reach the flare. “The immediate issue has been resolved,...
Silicon Valley
Wellness nonprofit buys ‘jewel box’ Scottish Rite Center in downtown Oakland
OAKLAND — The Scottish Rite Center near Lake Merritt in downtown Oakland was bought by a wellness-oriented nonprofit in a deal that will bring a new purpose to the historic site. Through an affiliate, Art of Living Foundation paid $9.3 million for the building at 1547 Lakeside Dr., documents...
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Berkeley faces hurdle in plan to rename Cesar Chavez Park
Update, Oct. 28: The Berkeley City Council signed off Tuesday night on a plan to rename the former Cesar Chavez Park as Sí Se Puede Park — though the new name isn’t set in stone just yet. Berkeley officials are now seeking approval to use the slogan...