Oakland man charged with human trafficking of girl he met on Instagram
Bail set at $350,000 OAKLAND, Calif. — According to court records, an Oakland man was charged with trafficking a teen girl after they met on social media just weeks before his 22nd birthday. Jeremiah Means, 21, was charged on August 28 with human trafficking, pimping a minor, and encouraging pandering. According to jail records, he…
‘Feels a little unsafe’: Uncertainty and few easy solutions after Emeryville mall chaos
Experts weigh impact of pandemic, parenting on teens in social media age Several dozens of teenagers fighting, with many more cheering them on, and scores of shoppers fleeing at one of the East Bay’s largest malls, hanging from railings and pushing down the stairs to escape. Authorities said one person was stabbed but would recover.…
Despite loss in finale, SF Giants back on postseason track after series with Reds
SF Giants have a stronger wind in their sails after an eventful series SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — To break out of a concerning downward spiral that included seven consecutive series losses, a Giants team built to win as a whole required a few individuals to step up and lead. A home debut for a rookie.…
Mountain View to honor Daniels family as its football season continues in wake of tragedy
“We’ve let them know that we’re here for them for anything,” one Mountain View player said. MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA — No one would blame Mountain View High School if it chose not to play its home game against Live Oak on Friday. The Spartans, on the other hand, will be on the field a week…
It’s not just crime: What’s really going on with San Francisco’s shrinking retail district
CNN’s Samantha Delouya Los Angeles, CA — Downtown San Francisco is in bad shape in many ways. The city’s Union Square neighborhood, which was once teeming with shoppers, diners, and tourists, has seen a decline in foot traffic and storefront closures. According to Google Street View, which was last updated in June, stores in the…
49ers see trio claimed off waivers before they can reach practice squad
Cornerback D’Shawn Jamison and offensive linemen Keith Ismael and Ilm Manning got claimed off waivers after failing to make the 49ers’ initial 53-man roster SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Three undrafted rookies who stood out in the 49ers’ training camp and preseason were claimed off waivers on Wednesday, a day after failing to make the team’s…
Here’s who will moderate the Republican presidential debate at the Reagan Library
The second Republican presidential debate, scheduled for late September at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, will be moderated by Fox News’ Stuart Varney and Dana Perino, as well as Univision’s Ilia Calderón. The debate will air on Fox Business Network and Univision on September 27th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. local…
What is a home appraisal? Everything you need to know
Bankrate.com (TNS) Libby Wells A home appraisal is an important part of the home-buying process. If your home appraisal is lower than expected, it can cost you money and cause the entire transaction to be delayed, if not derailed. In this section, we’ll explain what an appraisal is, why it’s necessary, and how it can…
Thinking about weight-loss surgery? 4 things to consider
Mayo Clinic News Network (TNS) Anyone who has struggled to achieve or maintain a healthy weight has probably heard comments such as “If you want to lose weight, just eat less and exercise more” or “Losing weight is all about willpower.” However, losing weight is a lot more complicated. Genetics, socioeconomic status, mental health issues…
