FIFA World Cup traffic around Levi's Stadium
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Sergeant Andrew Barclay of the California Highway Patrol Golden Gate division discusses traffic surrounding FIFA World Cup matches in Santa Clara 

New analysis reveals cheapest World Cup host cities for fans
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Not all World Cup destinations come with the same price tag. A new analysis from Skyscanner found several destinations where fans could save hundreds of dollars.

'Hella Juneteenth' expands to week-long celebration in Oakland
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Oakland's Hella Juneteenth is growing from a one-day event into a week-long celebration of Black culture, community and liberation. 

World Cup fans to watch for ticket, travel scams, BBB warns
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As excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scammers are targeting fans with fake tickets, bogus vacation rentals and other fraudulent offers. Alma Galvan, a spokesperson for the Better Business Bureau, joined us on 'The Nine' to share tips on spotting and avoiding scams.

Preciosa Night: pride, culture, and community
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This Oakland Pride season, one of the most talked-about queer Latinx events in the country is heading to the Bay Area. Preciosa Night, created by relationship advocates and social media influencers Eden and Jay, started as a dream to create a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people of color. Today, it’s grown into a movement bringing together culture, community, and queer joy. Preciosa Night is Saturday, June 13 at Crybaby in Oakland.

Bay Area soccer and the FIFA World Cup
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Tommy Hodul, VP of PR and Communications for the Oakland Roots and Soul SC, gives insight on FIFA World Cup and watch party at Raimondi Park.

Mexico’s moment in the spotlight
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The World Cup is finally here, with Mexico hosting the opening match. But while millions are celebrating, Mexico City is also dealing with teacher protests, social unrest and criticism over government priorities. How much do these tensions affect the atmosphere surrounding one of the biggest sporting events on the planet? Celso Castilho, director of the Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies, at Vanderbilt University, gives insight.

Remote work, isolation, and mental health
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Home alone: Remote work, isolation, and mental health. Emma Harrington, labor economist, at The University of Virginia, gives insight.

First day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is kicking off
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Take a look at San Pedro Square in San Jose where the city plans to air all 104 FIFA World Cup matches for free. Mexico is opening up the tournament with their first match against South Africa. 

Woman sues Delta over alleged false trafficking report

An Arkansas woman is suing Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines and Endeavor Air over an incident that occurred during a 2019 flight.

U.S. fires tanker on Gulf of Oman
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Professor Michele Goodwin discusses the United States fired on a tanker in the Gulf of Oman and how the Iran War has escalated.

Becerra and Hilton Face Off in CA Governor's Race
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Georgetown Law Professor Michele Goodwin explains what happens now that Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton are the two candidates for the California Governor's race in November.

California AG sues Trump to block ICE facility in Gilroy
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California AG Rob Bonta announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration to block an ICE detention center in Gilroy. 

FIFA World Cup Predictions for Team USA
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The FIFA World Cup kicks off this week, and the U.S. Men's National Team begins their tournament run on Friday. "Lobbying Scorchers" podcast host Noah Riffe joins us to break down the predictions and storylines to follow ahead of the international soccer tournament.

Family of East Bay nurse shot & killed, speaks out about loss
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The family of Lartey Solomon, a dedicated registered nurse from the East Bay, is speaking out and mourning his loss after he was shot and killed during a downtown Oakland robbery attempt on May 31.

Bay Area Host Committee launches World Cup with 'Culinary Kickoff' party in San Francisco
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The World Cup is officially arriving in North America tomorrow, and soccer fever has taken over the region. The Bay Area Host Committee celebrated the tournament's impending arrival by hosting an official opening night party in San Francisco on Wednesday evening.