PG&E planned power shutoffs begin in the Bay Area
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PG&E began shutting off power to customers in four Bay Area counties Wednesday night as a preemptive measure against potentially hazardous fire conditions that have moved into the area. The conditions are expected to persist through Saturday, which could leave as many as 11,000 in the dark into the weekend.

Ex-Oakland mayor betrayed oath of office by taking bribes, feds say

In his opening remarks to the jury, a federal prosecutor said Wednesday that former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao put her power up for sale, placing greed first by betraying her oath of office and taking bribes.

West Coast News Wrap Live
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West Coast Wrap covers news from around the western U.S., including California, Arizona and Washington.

Attorneys give opening remarks in corruption trial of ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
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Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao betrayed her oath of office by taking pribes, a federal prosecutor told jurors. But defense attorneys say government's case relies on untrustworthy witness. 

PG&E power shutoffs could impact more than 11,000 Bay Area customers

PG&E is notifying customers of potential power shutoffs due to a fire weather system they are monitoring. As many as 11,000 customers in five Bay Area counties could be impacted.

Father of Morgan Hill woman allegedly killed by husband shares heartbreak and warning
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A grieving father, Jorge Garcia, is speaking out after his daughter, Jasmyne, was allegedly murdered by her husband in their Morgan Hill home. Hoping to prevent similar tragedies, Garcia shares her story to urge others to recognize the hidden signs of domestic violence and seek help.

Helping Bay Area youth build culinary careers at top kitchens
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Bay Area youth are gaining hands-on kitchen experience and mentorship alongside top chefs through Sprouts Chef Training, a non-profit that provides trainees with paid compensation. To help expand these life-changing opportunities for young culinary talent, consider supporting their cause by attending the upcoming gala on November 1st. Watch the segment above for full details on the program and how you can get involved.

Police arrest 4 in Feb. shooting of 49er defensive lineman Keion White

The suspects were taken into custody as part of "Operation "D-Line," which began in the wake of the shooting and culminated in the October arrests.

Fresh seafood and ceviche with Oakland's Bar Skula
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If you were a fan of Oakland staple Luka’s Taproom during its two-decade run, you’re going to love this next chapter. Former owner Rick Mitchell and Chef Wilson Mendez have joined forces to open Bar Skula, a new seafood-forward cevicheria and grill mixing Latin American and Iberian flavors.

Pleasant Hill's Habana Express: Taste of Cuba
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage month through food and family. Meet the owners behind Habana Express in Pleasant Hill.

Record warm water along California coast means powerful El Niño system
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University of California climate scientist Daniel Swain has increased confidence in the potential impacts of a powerful El Niño system this winter. Record warm water along the California coast is raising the likelihood of a wetter-than-average winter statewide, with the Bay Area potentially seeing double its average rainfall.

Data center backlash set to sway midterms
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The focus on data centers, in one of this year’s most competitive Senate races, demonstrates dramatic shifts in public opinion and the high stakes going into the midterm elections. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.

Two teens arrested after carrying what looked like rifles to Delaware homes in late-night prank: police

Two teenagers caught on camera wearing tactical-style vests and carrying what appeared to be rifles while approaching homes in a Delaware neighborhood late Friday night were pulling a prank, police said Monday.

Michelle Parker's ex-fiance arrested in Orlando mom's disappearance, death, police say

The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who went missing on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago.

PG&E plans power outages for Bay Area, Northern California
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The power is expected to be cut to about 11,000 PG&E customers in the Bay Area and as many as 70,000 across Northern California from Oct. 15 to Oct. 17 because of dry, windy conditions. The utility says the outage is a safety precaution to prevent the risk of wildfire.

Conviction dismissed for man convicted of poisoning coworker
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An Alameda County Superior Court judge granted David Xu's petition to dismiss his felony conviction after he completed two years of probation.