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Meryl Streep
In real life? Meryl Streep's 'Big Little Lies' grandmother couldn't take Nicole Kidman's kids very easily
The Mercury News - Martha Ross
It looks like “Big Little Lies” will wind up its highly anticipated but much-debated second season Sunday night with a dramatic courtroom showdown …
California
Former Bay Area Boy Scout volunteer indicted in child porn case
The Mercury News - Gary Klien
A federal grand jury has indicted a former Boy Scout volunteer in Marin on allegations of possessing child pornography. John Cazier Blecka, 65, of San …
Corvette Stingray
Photos: General Motors unveils its new Corvette Stingray in Tustin
The Mercury News - Staff and news service reports
General Motors unveiled its new mid-engine C8 2020 Corvette Stingray on Thursday, July 18 at the iconic Tustin blimp hangar at the former Marine …
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
California leads the nation in naturalized citizens
The Mercury News - Kurt Snibbe
In 2017 in California, nearly twice as many people became naturalized citizens than in the state with the second most, New York. Of the more than …
Recipes
Quick Cook: How to make Lemon Verbena Ice Cream
The Mercury News - Bibby Gignilliat
On a recent hot summer night, I was sitting in my garden when I noticed that the lemon verbena I planted last year was growing so lushly, the herb …
New York Giants
Ex-NFL offensive lineman Mitch Petrus dies of heat stroke
The Mercury News - Associated Press
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Offensive lineman Mitch Petrus, a walk-on at Arkansas who went on to a three-year NFL career that included a Super Bowl win with …
Ro Khanna
Clendaniel: After Apollo 11, have we lost our ability to be aspirational?
The Mercury News - Ed Clendaniel
As the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing approached last week, I found myself wondering whether we, as a nation, are losing one of our …
Carolyn Hax
Carolyn Hax: They said my Facebook posts were insensitive after broken engagement
The Mercury News - Carolyn Hax
DEAR CAROLYN: Our niece invited us to her destination wedding. After we had already bought non-refundable airfare and paid a non-refundable deposit …
Etiquette
Miss Manners: Her creepy fiancé's hidden cameras have driven me away
The Mercury News - Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin
DEAR MISS MANNERS: My close friend, Celeste, is a wonderful cook and hostess who frequently invites me, and mutual friends, over to her home for …
Amy Dickinson
Ask Amy: Am I destined to grow old with only a dog at my side?
The Mercury News - Amy Dickinson
DEAR AMY: My husband left me five years ago. I am now a divorced single mom with two beautiful children, ages 10 and 8. I am also an only child and am …
Jeffrey Epstein
Florida sheriff to investigate Epstein's work release
The Mercury News - The Associated Press
MIAMI — A Florida sheriff launched an investigation Friday into whether his department properly monitored the wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein while …
San Francisco Giants
Giants win streak hits seven with wild walk-off after Mets drop a can of corn
The Mercury News - Kerry Crowley
SAN FRANCISCO — It was not as unexpected or shocking as Chris Heston’s no-hitter against the Mets in 2015. It was not as historically significant as …
Oakland Athletics
Takeaways: Liam Hendriks records five-out save, and offense lifts A's over Twins
The Mercury News - Shayna Rubin
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The heat index checked in at 111 degrees by first pitch Friday night. And, like the air itself, the A’s were feeling heavy …
San Francisco Bay Area
Westbound lanes on San Mateo-Hayward Bridge blocked by crash
The Mercury News - Bay City News Service
All westbound lanes of the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge are blocked Friday night because of a multi-vehicle collision, according to the California …
Minnesota Twins
A's top Twins to take one-game lead in second wild-card spot
The Mercury News - Shayna Rubin
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The A’s (56-42) took the second game of this four-game series with a 5-3 win over the host Minnesota Twins on a balmy Friday …
Homicide
Bay Point: Police investigating homicide and assault, incidents may be connected
The Mercury News - Nate Gartrell
BAY POINT — Police here are investigating a homicide and another violent attack, as well as the possibility that the two are related, according to …
Wreck
Six car crash on Vasco Road, eight injured
The Mercury News - Nate Gartrell
BRENTWOOD — Eight people were injured, three of them critically, after a six-car crash on Vasco Road Friday evening, authorities said. Three people …
Murals
Photos: Large-scale mural on Castro Valley underpass
The Mercury News - Doug Duran
Click here if you are having trouble viewing the slideshow on a mobile device. Artists Robert Minervini, of Oakland, and other artists are working on …
Mattresses
Letter: Oakland's free household hazardous waste, mattress drop off
The Mercury News - Letters To The Editor
People can get a head start on summer cleaning by taking old medicines, e-waste, paint and other hazardous materials to the Oakland Coliseum between …
San Francisco Giants
Giants following Madison Bumgarner's lead as trade rumors swirl
The Mercury News - Kerry Crowley
SAN FRANCISCO — Madison Bumgarner does not care about the speculation. He doesn’t care for the rumors, the concern over his long-term future or the …
California
Prosecutors: MS-13 members met in San Fernando Valley before killing 7 people
The Mercury News - City News Service
A suspected MS-13 gang member pleaded not guilty Friday to federal racketeering charges that allege the killings of seven people, including the …
A$AP Rocky
A$AP Rocky's release has apparently become a top priority for the Trump family
The Mercury News - Cicero Estrella
Call the SEALs. Order the Rangers at the ready. Heck, get the real-life equivalent of Tom Cruise’s Maverick on standby. The release of the rapper from …
Matt Chapman
A's Matt Chapman sits out another game against Twins, while Sean Manaea inches closer
The Mercury News - Shayna Rubin
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Matt Chapman was left out of the A’s lineup for the second game in a row with ankle soreness. “One more day will probably serve …
Apollo Missions
Apollo 11 astronaut returns to launch pad 50 years later
The Mercury News - The Associated Press
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins returned Tuesday to the exact spot where he flew to the moon 50 years ago with Neil …
Henry Cavill
Video: Netflix's 'The Witcher' and Henry Cavill look better than expected
The Mercury News - Gieson Cacho
I had questions about Netflix’s “The Witcher.” Mainly, it was an issue with casting. I didn’t buy “Superman” actor Henry Cavill as the title …
California
Crockett: Criminal charges filed in fatal Christmas Day wreck, suspect on the run
The Mercury News - Nate Gartrell
MARTINEZ — A 32-year-old woman is wanted on charges of gross vehicular manslaughter, in connection with a crash on Christmas Day that killed a Rodeo …
Bill de Blasio
Events fall as mercury rises; moon commemoration called off
The Mercury News - The Associated Press
NEW YORK — New York City officials have canceled an outdoor festival featuring soccer star Megan Rapinoe, musician John Legend and “Daily Show” host …
Iran
Iran's seizure of UK tanker in Gulf seen as escalation
The Mercury News - The Associated Press
By Amir Vahdat, Gregory Katz and Robert Burns | Associated Press LONDON — Iran seized a British-flagged oil tanker Friday and briefly detained a …
California
Bay Area man gets federal prison in big child pornography case
The Mercury News - Nate Gartrell
SAN FRANCISCO — An Elk Grove man was sentenced to eight years in prison for online chats where he requested and received videos of a 15-year-old …
San Francisco Bay Area
Free candy: See's giving out suckers on National Lollipop Day
The Mercury News - Linda Zavoral
Saturday, July 20, is National Lollipop Day, and See’s Candies will celebrate with a free sucker for anyone who stops by one of their fabulously …

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