Summer preview on the way
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A massive ridge of high pressure is parking itself over California, which means we are in for a steady, major warm-up that will peak this weekend and early next week. Rest of the Work Week: Expect a gradual warm-up each day. The Weekend Peak: This is when things get serious. Temperatures will jump significantly on Saturday and Sunday.  Heat Risk Levels: Saturday: Most of our region is under a "Minor Heat Risk." This means it’s warmer than usual, but mostly just a "don't forget your water" type of day. Sunday & Monday: Parts of the interior valleys move into "Moderate Heat Risk." This can be dangerous for sensitive groups (like the elderly or those working outdoors) if they don't take breaks and stay hydrated.

Cinco de Mayo with Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena
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Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.

2 Stanford dropouts raise $10M to change the online dating world

Two 22-year-old Stanford dropouts have raised more than $10 million on a quest to revolutionize online dating, eliminating the swiping model and using artificial intelligence to optimize the chance of striking a successful, real-life connection. 

Cinco de Mayo with Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena
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Founded in 2010 by Alicia Sánchez Martínez, Ballet Folklórico El “Valle” de St. Helena is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing Mexican folklore through dance. By honoring ancestral traditions, the group transforms history, culture, and identity into vibrant artistic expression.

Key California races
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May 5 ballot drop boxes and other ballot drop-off locations open. As ballots start arriving in mailboxes this week, seven of the leading candidates for California governor will take to the stage for back-to-back debates. Andres Quintero, political science professor at Evergreen Valley College, gives insight.

Arts Contra Costa County
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Arts Contra Costa County is working to strengthen the creative community by supporting local artists, funding programs and expanding access to the arts. 

Doris Fisher, Gap co-founder, dies in San Francisco at 94

Doris Fisher, the woman who helped turn a single San Francisco blue jeans store into a global retail giant, has died. She was 94.

Lingering shower chances
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Our stubborn system will continue to produce some showers Monday night - Tuesday morning.  Partly to mostly cloudy skies are expected later in the day.   We are tracking a significant change in the weather pattern later in the week.  Plan on warm to hot temperatures for the upcoming weekend.

San Francisco Immigration Court halts hearings ahead of closure

One of San Francisco’s immigration courtrooms has stopped holding hearings months ahead of its scheduled closure, as cases are reassigned and a growing backlog strains the system.

Clinic workers push back against San Francisco budget cuts

Staff at three community clinics serving youth and seniors in San Francisco are at risk of closing due to budget cuts. The workers there are advocating for their clinics to stay open.

OpenAI's Brockman:defends his $30b stake, says Elon Musk received no promises
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OpenAI's president and co-founder Greg Brockman testified in day 5 of the Musk v. Altman trial Monday. Musk's attorneys presented entries in Brockman's private journal, where Brockman mentioned he might financially gain $1billion as OpenAI  become a for-profit entitty. Brockman said he wanted fair compensation and no funds from the non-profit are being taken to pay his or other employees' stakes in the company. 

Angel Island: Oakland Ballet presents a story of strength through dance
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Graham Lustig, artistic director of the Oakland Ballet, Angel Island choreographer, Phil Chan, and dancers, Ashley Thopiah and Phoenix Wilkins, give insight on Dancing Moons Festival. Production runs May 8-9, at San Francisco's Herbst Theatre.

Shower chances linger
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The cool, unsettled weather pattern will stick around.  Your Monday forecast features mostly cloudy skies with the chance of drizzle.  A band of showers is expected to sweep into the area Monday night - early Tuesday morning.   Temperatures will rebound later in the week.  The upcoming weekend will be warm to hot (80s and 90s).

A tribute to a rock and roll legend
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Author Steve Rose sits down to discuss his intimate friendship with Eddie Van Halen and the stories behind his book, Tonechasers

Mostly cloudy, cool, and damp today
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Happy Sunday everyone. The cloudy, cool, drizzly pattern continues for your Bay Area Sunday.  A chance of showers will increase on Monday and part of Tuesday before we dry out and warm up midweek. 

Farmers' Market returns to Pleasant HIll
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The newly launched Pleasant Hills Farmers' Market will open every Saturday from 9am to 1 pm year round, rain or shine!

Analysis of Iran War and latest jump in gas prices
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Interview with Hamline University's Political Science Professor David Schultz about Iran War and latest jump in gas prices

Mostly cloudy and a little damp today
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Happy Saturday everyone.  A system dropping down the coast will bring cloudier, cooler weather, and even a chance of drizzle today through Monday.