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More than three dozen members of Congress, including Democrats and Republicans, have reported receiving threatening letters containing an unidentified white powder substance.
Thompson's Napa office received suspicious mail with unidentified powder
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“Married… with Children” star Christina Applegate says that she was misdiagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2024 and now has no idea why she’s ill.
Christina Applegate misdiagnosed with MS, but ill health still a mystery
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Kyle Kennedy, whose grandfather was Sen. Bobby Kennedy, died peacefully in her Massachusetts home. The former New York City educator was 42.
Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Bobby and Ethel Kennedy, dies at 42
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Organizations that feed the hungry look to state, counties to lessen blow of federal SNAP cuts authorized by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Federal SNAP cuts expected to put more strain on North Bay food banks
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Press Democrat readers share ideas on the proposed Esmeralda development in Cloverdale and how to thwart theft of copper wire from abandoned school sites.
Thoughts on Esmeralda development, copper wire thefts and more: Oct. 20 PD Letters
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Warrants detailing the police justification for searching the home of the defendants’ daughter will remain under seal.
Judge unseals Dublin murder case after The New Yorker gets involved
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Raheem Morris threw out the old playbook, Kris Kocurek adapted, and San Francisco’s patched-together front four is dismantling quarterbacks
Kurtenbach: The 49ers have turned a D-line injury disaster into a juggernaut unit
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The Justice Department charged more than two dozen foreign nationals on Monday with illegally voting or registering to vote.
San Jose man charged with illegally voting says he’s never voted
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Santa Rosa police warn of an increase in phone scams involving callers posing as federal agents and demanding cash, gift cards or cryptocurrency from targets.
Santa Rosa police issue warning over fake federal agent phone scams
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Marshall, who is not Jewish, is locked in an unexpectedly tight reelection battle against Democrat Adam Hamilton in what might be the biggest surprise of the midterms.
Trump uses antisemitic slur to defend GOP Kansas senator
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The 49ers’ pass defense came through in the clutch after ill-timed penalties but the Niners’ offense dried up without Mike Evans.
49ers report card: A 6-0 record seems salty after that escape
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Widespread support has existed in recent years to revive the longstanding program, with a new agreement in place last year. However, mutual budget challenges continue to be an obstacle.
No campus officers for at least another year in Santa Rosa as officials say budget woes to blame
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The Niners are coming off a big win in a back-and-forth game against the Seahawks in Seattle, which gave San Francisco a 6-0 start to the season.
49ers updates: Niners hold off Commanders’ rally to reach 6-0
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Alanis Morissette, LaRussell perform at Golden State Valkyries, Atlanta Dream WNBA Finals game at Chase Center in San Francisco.
Alt-rock ’90s superstar delivers great national anthem at Valkyries Finals game
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The Cooley Fire spread from a prescribed burn in southern Mendocino County. Weather forecasters say smoke spread south across Sonoma County and is being held in place due to weather conditions that may dissipate as early as this afternoon.
Cooley Fire containment grows as weather conditions keep smoke above Sonoma County
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After the crucifix fell, parishioners in the nave could be heard shouting in shock, and several rushed to the altar to help before the video cut out. It was unclear what had caused the accident.
Catholic priest dies after crucifix falls on him during livestreamed mass
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Sheana Davis, the founder of The Epicurean Connection and co-founder of the No Pay Café, has died. She was 57.
‘She was a powerhouse’: Praise, tributes abound in memory of award-winning cheesemaker, Sonoma Valley chef Sheana Davis
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At least a few dozen House Democrats have already spoken out about receiving suspicious mailings.
Security official warns of more suspicious letters to lawmakers
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His trip includes a visit to India later this week.
Rubio is in Uzbekistan to promote US ties and trade with Central Asia
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Zelenskyy is also dealing with policy changes from Donald Trump that benefit Russia.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine got no early warning from partners as Russia hits the power grid again
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The ATF said agents were responding to a report of a shooting at the mosque.
Police say a shooting in Columbus, Ohio, was not an attack on a mosque, but was nearby
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The 71-year-old man was fishing when he was attacked by the nearly 12-foot animal, officials said.
Fisherman killed by alligator died from leg injuries, drowning
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A military lawyer adopted the child over her relatives’ objections.
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal in disputed Afghan adoption case
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The crime happened during an argument over money and drugs, police said.
San Rafael man accused of stabbing roommate
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A Crime Stoppers tip led authorities to investigate the TV news station Facebook posts.
Man said he ‘mapped out roofs’ to shoot Trump at Kansas rally, charge alleges
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Unrest followed protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions.
Paris police issue overnight curfew in 2 areas of French capital to try to prevent further disorder
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Many American scientists are being recruited by foreign universities.
Meet the researchers leaving the US because of Trump’s funding cuts and politicization of science
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Typhoon Champi moved from the western Pacific into the Philippine Sea.
Typhoon Champi strengthens to Category 5 but moves away from land; Trudy weakens
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Miller has faced allegations of domestic abuse by his ex-wife and two ex-girlfriends.
Ironworker challenges Rep. Max Miller as the Ohio congressman fights to hold seat amid abuse claims
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The 49ers (6-0) remained undefeated Monday night with a 23-17 victory over the Washington Commanders (1-4-1) at Levi’s Stadium.
Instant analysis of 49ers’ 23-17 win over Commanders on ‘Monday Night Football’
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