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SAN FRANCISCO — Feeling Onyeka Okongwu wrapped around his ankles, Steph Curry picked up his head and flung a HORSE shot off the glass. Once he picked himself up from off the floor, right next to Okongwu, Curry high-fived a toddler sitting courtside in the corner. M-V-P chants followed as Curry finished off the and-1. That bucket initiated 17 unanswered points for the Warriors, a first-quarter barrage that set them up to coast the rest of the way. With a tormenting defense and an aggressive Andrew Wiggins (27 points on 12-for-17 shooting), the Warriors (11-4) secured a breezy 120-97 win over Atlanta. Curry poured in 23 as the Warriors held Trae Young to 12 points and the Hawks as a team to 33.3% shooting overall. Lindy Waters III started his third straight game, replacing De’Anthony Melton — who’s getting season-ending ACL surgery — in the starting lineup. The Warriors like not just his fit within the starting context, but also how the bench flows afterwards. After Curry’s early and-1, the other Warriors joined in the action. Buddy Hield hit his first three shots, including two

The San Jose Sharks fell behind by two goals midway through the second period and never fully recovered in a 5-2 loss to the Dallas Stars on Wednesday at American Airlines Center. Early in the second period, with the game tied 1-1, the Sharks turned the puck over at the Stars’ blue line. A few seconds later, an uncovered Wyatt Johnston streaked into the Sharks’ zone, took a pass from Roope Hintz, and beat goalie Mackenzie Blackwood high glove side 56 seconds after intermission. Exactly 10 minutes later, the Stars took advantage of another Sharks turnover in their own end, as Jamie Benn knocked the puck away from defenseman Jake Walman. After the puck came back to Dallas forward Logan Stankoven, he slid a pass past Cody Ceci right to Benn, who beat Blackwood for a 3-1 lead. “We shoot ourselves in the foot, and there are goals that we give up that are completely preventable,” Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky said. “Until we learn how to play in the National Hockey League against really good second-period teams, which most teams, and know how to transition

Bay Area Home Report 7635 Maywood Drive – Google Street View A 2,587-square-foot house built in 1989 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 7600 block of Maywood Drive in Pleasanton was sold on Aug. 15, 2024, for $2,075,000, or $802 per square foot. This single-story home provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Additionally, the home comes with a garage. The lot size of the property measures an impressive 7,346 square feet and features a pool for added enjoyment. Additional houses that have recently been sold close by include: A 2,954-square-foot home on the 5100 block of Mount Tam Circle in Pleasanton sold in July 2022, for $2,350,000, a price per square foot of $796. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. In August 2023, a 2,040-square-foot home on Fairoaks Drive in Pleasanton sold for $1,775,000, a price per square foot of $870. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. On Mount Tam Circle, Pleasanton, in July 2024, a 2,673-square-foot home was sold for $2,500,000, a price per square foot of $935. The home has

By Amy Hansen, The Fresh Toast It is a popular tourist destination as part of the US, but what about consuming cannabis there? Over 5 million people travel to Puerto Rico each year, the island territory of the US is popular with tourists. Beaches, outdoor adventures, good food and sun are always a popular draw and it is considered a safe and easy destinations. Millions of American’s have visited, but as the US embraces marijuana, what about US territory Puerto Rico and cannabis? Puerto Rico became a territory of the United States as a result of the Spanish-American War in 1898. In 1898, the United States went to war with Spain and invaded their colony Puerto Rico on July 25, 1898. It has been under Spanish rule for over 400 years.War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris with Spain ceding Puerto Rico to the United States, along with other territories like Guam . After the war, Puerto Rico came under direct U.S. military rule for about two years. In 1900, the U.S. Congress passed the Foraker Act, which established a civilian government for Puerto Rico and officially designated it as an “unincorporated territory” belonging to the United States.  It has some benefits of the US, but not a formal voice in the Congress. The locals

By Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — Two women who claim they were paid for sex by former Rep. Matt Gaetz provided House ethics investigators with “numerous” photos related to time they spent with the Florida Republican, a lawyer for the women said Tuesday, including from an alleged 2019 trip to New York. The women said they were paid by the former congressman for sex on that trip, during which they also joined Gaetz at a Fox News studio while he filmed a TV appearance, their attorney Joel Leppard told CNN’s Erin Burnett on “OutFront.” Gaetz allegedly covered the women’s travel costs as well, Leppard said. The women additionally provided the House Ethics Committee with selfies Gaetz is said to have sent them, according to their lawyer. They also testified that they sent nude photos to Gaetz, sometimes at his request, Leppard said. Gaetz was recently tapped by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as his attorney general and resigned from Congress last week, effectively ending the ethics probe into him. The panel had investigated allegations of misconduct against Gaetz, including “sexual misconduct and illicit drug use,”

By some breathtakingly narrow margins, candidates in local Bay Area elections began to emerge victorious Wednesday after new results drew several tight races closer to a final outcome. The latest returns indicated that Nikki Fortunato Bas is likely to prevail in a race for an Alameda County Supervisor seat, Adena Ishii was poised to become Berkeley’s next mayor, and Raymond Liu was slightly ahead in a Fremont City Council race. Fifteen days after election night, the decisive advantages in the county and Berkeley races are likely to hold even after election officials try to cure up to 4,836 additional ballots cast with improper signatures. The razor-thin race in Fremont could still flip in either direction. In the South Bay, two packed races for city council seats in Palo Alto and Cupertino already are headed to an automatic recount Monday because their margins are tight enough to trigger an automatic second round of vote-tallying under Santa Clara County law. Those recounts are set to go despite new results Wednesday showing Keith Reckdahl ahead by just 13 votes — 0.02% — over Doria Summa in Palo Alto

All five San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office captains have formally asked for the resignation of embattled Sheriff Christina Corpus, according to an internal department email obtained by the Bay Area News Group. The email, addressed to Corpus, also calls for the resignation of Victor Aenlle, her former chief of staff, whom she recently promoted to assistant sheriff, as well as Undersheriff Dan Perea. “We hope that his matter is addressed with the seriousness it warrants, and we hope you will take the necessary actions to move forward,” Capt. Frank Del Porto wrote in the email. The email’s authenticity was confirmed by two law enforcement sources on the condition of anonymity out of fears of retribution. The email, dated Monday, Nov. 18, does not explain the vote of no confidence by the captains. However, it was sent the same day state and congressional lawmakers called for Corpus to step down over an explosive audit alleging widespread misconduct by her and department leadership. The 400-plus-page report found Corpus, the county’s first Latina sheriff, repeatedly retaliated against officers and employees, used racist and homophobic slurs, and had an

Alec Baldwin’s Western “Rust” had its world premiere at a film festival in Poland Wednesday, but the actor wasn’t present because he wasn’t invited. Baldwin’s presence would have been too “distracting,” said Kazimierz Suwała, the director of the international EnergaCamerimage film festival in the city of Torun. “We didn’t invite Alec Baldwin, and we never considered doing so,” Suwała told The Hollywood Reporter. “That would be too distracting. What this is about is honoring Halyna’s dreams for her work.” Suwała is referring to Halyna Hutchins, the Ukrainian-born cinematographer for “Rust.” Hutchins, an up-and-coming talent in the industry, was killed in October 2021, after Baldwin pointed a gun at her during a rehearsal on the film’s set outside Santa Fe, New Mexico. Alec Baldwin, center, and director Joel Souza confer before a scene on the set of “Rust” at the Yellowstone Film Ranch in Pray, Mont., on April 21, 2023. “Rust” resumed filming here with no real firearms present, 18 months after a gun Baldwin was holding discharged on set in New Mexico, fatally wounding cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Baldwin’s stunt double, Blake Teixeira, is at far

MORGAN HILLAmid a housing shortage that has contributed to desperate conditions for the county’s farmworkers and homelessness, a new 73-unit, 100% affordable housing complex is opening its doors in Morgan Hill. The project, dubbed Royal Oak Village, features dedicated housing to help homeless residents transition to permanent homes and for farmworkers to find safe shelter. “This provides much needed housing for our farmworkers and our most vulnerable community members,” said Mayor Mark Turner of Morgan Hill. “To ensure the future of our agricultural heritage, we must provide housing for our dedicated farm workers. Projects like Royal Oak Village are crucial in addressing the housing crisis faced by our farm … families.” The residential community is located at Monterey and Watsonville Road in Morgan Hill. It features 30 units set aside for farmworker families and 18 units set aside for rapid rehousing of homeless individuals and families, which help move people from the streets into subsidized apartments  The rest of the units are reserved for those making between 30% and 50% of the median income for the county. The community also offers a clubhouse, playground and dog

RICHMOND — The Richmond Parkway, a 9-mile stretch of road connecting Highway 580 and Highway 80, has been targeted for major upgrades but Richmond councilmembers are concerned the projects would zap funding away from other roads in need of improvement. “My biggest concern is how we balance the needs of a regional road of significance with all of the needs we have internally in the city,” Councilmember Doria Robinson said during a meeting Tuesday. “I just have a lot of concerns about the heavy responsibility of this and how it may further exacerbate inequities we already have in the city in terms of maintenance of our roads and improvements of our roads.” A draft of the Richmond Parkway Transportation Plan presented to councilmembers Tuesday night identifies key strategies for improving road safety and health, increasing access to destinations and placemaking, enhancing travel times and supporting walking and biking. The improvements are proposed for Castro Street and Richmond Parkway, which extends through Richmond and unincorporated Contra Costa County. Both jurisdictions would share responsibility for improvements, which would include adding trees and greenery to infrastructure projects along

SUBSCRIBER ONLY Google unveils unique and eco-friendly mass timber Sunnyvale office Hundreds work in cutting-edge building that could influence future construction (Karl Mondon/Bay Area News Group) Workspaces and gathering areas inside an eco-friendly mass timber office building that Google developed at 1265 Borregas Avenue in Sunnyvale, Nov. 20, 2024. Google has unveiled its first mass timber office building, a cutting-edge and eco-friendly structure in Sunnyvale. Originally Published: November 20, 2024 at 2:45 PM PST

The first atmospheric river storm of the winter rainy season slammed into California on Wednesday. Driven by a powerful “bomb cyclone” off British Columbia, it brought heavy rains to Sonoma and Marin counties, dumping more than 6 inches in the hills above Guerneville by mid-afternoon. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch through 4 a.m. Saturday for Marin, Sonoma and Napa counties, and a high surf advisory from Big Sur to the Sonoma Coast from with large breaking waves 14 to 22 feet high expected. But areas south of the Golden Gate Bridge saw little rain in the first wave, with San Francisco, Oakland and the Peninsula receiving only light sprinkles, and San Jose staying largely dry. “The brunt of this storm is really over the North Bay right now,” said Cindy Palmer, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Monterey. “It is trying to sneak south. It’s just not quite there yet.” More rain should fall across the Bay Area Thursday and especially Friday, Palmer said, as the storm system shifts. San Francisco is expected to receive 2 to 3 inches by

MORGAN HILL — A man was shot and killed Wednesday morning in Morgan Hill and the alleged gunman was arrested, authorities said. The shooting was reported at 7:11 a.m. When officers arrived to the 100 block of Tennant Avenue, they found a man suffering from at least one gunshot to his torso, Morgan Hill police said. He died at the scene. After witnesses identified the suspect, police arrested 30-year-old Jesus Garcia, a resident of Morgan Hill, authorities said. He was taken into custody without incident. Police have not yet determined the motive behind the homicide, but the investigation is ongoing. The killing is the first homicide of 2024 in Morgan Hill, police said. The Santa Clara County Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s identity, authorities said. Anyone with details about the fatal shooting is asked to contact Detective Adrian Sapien at 669-253-4995 or Adrian.Sapien@morganhill.ca.gov. Originally Published: November 20, 2024 at 12:34 PM PST

SUBSCRIBER ONLY Holy Score: BYU is getting a raw deal from the CFP selection committee and we have the facts to prove it The Cougars might need help from their enemy, Utah, to reach the Big 12 title game Using the metrics that matter, in addition to head-to-head results, it’s difficult to justify the selection committee’s treatment of BYU.

Which nootropics are best? Known colloquially as “smart drugs,” nootropics are natural or synthetic substances that provide various forms of cognitive enhancement. Some nootropics, like caffeine, are stimulants that many people enjoy every day, while others, like bacopa monnieri, are little-known herbs that are said to improve memory and relieve symptoms of ADHD. There are countless nootropic blends being sold over the counter at pharmacies and health food stores, and many consumers are beginning to incorporate these supplements into their daily health regimens. Life Extension Cognitex Elite is one great option for introducing natural nootropics into your daily routine. Considerations when shopping for nootropics Synthetic vs. natural nootropics Synthetic nootropics are chemical compounds that require a prescription. These include well-known stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin. Natural nootropics, on the other hand, come from a broad category of chemical compounds found in mushrooms, herbs and plants. Many of these substances have been used for centuries in traditional medicine, and they typically result in a much subtler, safer supplement than their synthetic counterparts. Common natural nootropics Caffeine: The world’s most widely consumed nootropic, most people recognize caffeine

SUBSCRIBER ONLY Latest superintendent firing points to a decade of turnover at Santa Clara County Office of Education The shocking firing of Santa Clara County’s superintendent of schools, Mary Ann Dewan, last month is the latest in a long line of controversial resignations in the county office (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group) Dr. Mary Ann Dewan, interim superintendent of the Santa Clara County Board of Education, listens to a speaker during a meeting at Santa Clara County Office of Education in San Jose, Calif. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group) A 2018 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury report found an “unusually high turnover rate” at the Santa Clara County Office of Education, which the report said suggested board of education trustees have not been aligned with the superintendents they’ve appointed.  Originally Published: November 20, 2024 at 12:15 PM PST

SUBSCRIBER ONLY Authorities say Franklin Enrique Sarceno Orla skipped bail and may be responsible for at least 20 attacks; investigation suggests he drugged victims Authorities say Franklin Enrique Sarceno Orla skipped bail and may be responsible for at least 20 attacks; an investigation suggests he drugged victims. Originally Published: November 20, 2024 at 9:30 AM PST

Stray Kids are bringing their world tour to the Bay Area. These K-Pop superstars are set to perform May 28 at Oracle Park in San Francisco. The Stray Kids concert at the home of the San Francisco Giants is part of the group’s dominATE World Tour, which currently includes stops in Asia, Latin America, North America, Europe and the United Kingdom. It’s the band’s third world tour, following the massive success of 2022-23’s Maniac, which consisted of 42 shows in 18 cities. Stray Kids tickets go on sale to the general public at 3 p.m. (local time) Nov. 22, ticketmaster.com. There is also a Stray Kids concert ticket presale that begins at 11 a.m. (local time) Nov. 22, StrayKidsWorldTour.com. Tour dates: STRAY KIDS WORLD TOUR 2025 DATES: Sat Jan 18 –  Hong Kong – AsiaWorld-Arena Sun Jan 19 – Hong Kong – AsiaWorld-Arena Fri Mar 28 – Santiago, CL – Estadio Bicentenario La Florida – NEW DATE Tue Apr 1 – Rio de Janeiro, BR – Estádio Nilton Santos – NEW DATE Sat Apr 5 – São Paulo, BRl – Estádio MorumBIS – NEW DATE Wed

By MICHAEL R. SISAK and JENNIFER PELTZ NEW YORK (AP) — A day after New York prosecutors said they will fight efforts to dismiss Donald Trump’s hush money conviction, the president-elect’s lawyers urged a judge to ignore them and dispose of the case before he takes office in January. Echoing their arguments since Trump’s win, his lawyers said in a letter Wednesday to Judge Juan M. Merchan that continuing with the case will interfere with Trump’s preparations for returning to the White House and impede his ability to run the country. The lawyers, Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, said they will file paperwork formalizing their dismissal request and asked Merchan for a deadline of Dec. 20, after Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team is expected to disclose the next steps it intends to take in two federal cases against Trump. Blanche and Bove urged Merchan to heed the will of the voters who returned Trump to office rather than the word of prosecutors, who are often referred to in court proceedings and filings as representing the “People of the State of New York.” “On November 5, 2024

SUBSCRIBER ONLY Dead body discovered off of exit on I-880 The grim discovery was made near the N. 7th Street exit The CHP received the first reports about the body about 5:30 a.m. Originally Published: November 20, 2024 at 6:45 AM PST

Breaking News Restaurants, Food and Drink | Map: Tracking the storm in the Bay Area Things To Do Restaurants, Food and Drink News News Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. SUBSCRIBER ONLY Restaurants, Food and Drink | Beer pairings for your holiday feasts Whether you’re serving turkey, goose, duck or ham, these beers make great flavor combos. This holiday season, pair your feast with beer set to enhance the flavor profiles of each dish. (Courtesy Getty Images/iStockphoto) By Jay R. Brooks | Correspondent PUBLISHED: November 20, 2024 at 6:35 AM PST With Thanksgiving and the holiday feasting season on the horizon, it’s time to pick up the perfect beer pairings for your seasonal feast. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here.