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30 storiesNewest publisher update · 2026-10-19 21:50 UTC
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Movies: Latino and dance film fests, Hong Kong cinema, ‘One in a Million,’ Porchlight storytelling

Film festivals celebrate Latino and Hong Kong cinema as well as the world of dance this week. The 18th San Francisco Latino Film Festival opens Thursday, presenting 11 days of movies from Latin America, the United States, and Spain. Venues, all in San Francisco, include the Roxie Theater, Artists’ Television Access, New People Cinema, Apple Cinemas, […] The post Movies: Latino and dance film fests, Hong Kong cinema, ‘One in a Million,’ Porchlight storytelling appeared first on Local News Matters

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Review: The Fillmore is hoppin’ in SFBATCO’s joyful, tuneful new musical ‘Every Saturday Night’  

If three makes a trend, it would be fair to say that Bay Area musical theater makers are on a fantastic trend, creating fabulous world premieres that vividly celebrate our local communities’ past, present and future. The newest in the trio is “Every Saturday Night,” a dual time-period show presented by San Francisco Bay Area […] The post Review: The Fillmore is hoppin’ in SFBATCO’s joyful, tuneful new musical ‘Every Saturday Night’ appeared first on Local News Matters.

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100 homes planned near freeway exit in Morgan Hill as project advances

A proposed housing project that would bring more than 100 homes to Morgan Hill is inching closer to breaking ground following a recommendation from planning officials. The Planning Commission on Tuesday unanimously approved recommending plans for a housing development just east of the U.S. Highway 101 Cochrane Road exit that would add 105 single-family homes […] The post 100 homes planned near freeway exit in Morgan Hill as project advances appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Monterey County shares immigration resources to support families

Monterey County officials are sharing immigration-related resources and public service announcements in English and Spanish to help residents understand their rights amid ongoing federal immigration enforcement activities. The effort, supported by the Board of Supervisors’ Ad Hoc Committee on Immigration-related Issues, aims to connect immigrant families with reliable information and trusted assistance, county officials said. […] The post Monterey County shares immigration resources to support f

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Not yet registered to vote this November? Monday is the deadline to sign up online

If you aren’t already registered to vote, state officials are reminding residents that Monday is the last day to register online to cast a ballot in the upcoming Nov. 3 General Election. Eligible Californians can register or update their voter registration online through midnight Monday, at registertovote.ca.gov. “The website is mobile-friendly and allows people to […] The post Not yet registered to vote this November? Monday is the deadline to sign up online appeared first on Local News Matters

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Land Trust of Napa County to acquire 436-acre property for wildlife protection

The Land Trust of Napa County announced plans to acquire a 436-acre property within the Knoxville Wildlife Area, protecting a key wildlife corridor and watershed lands with a $1 million state grant, county officials announced last week. The acquisition will preserve undeveloped land east of Napa Valley, eliminate two potential homesites and help connect protected […] The post Land Trust of Napa County to acquire 436-acre property for wildlife protection appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office names father in deaths of his 2 children near Ukiah

The Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office has named Alexander Gonzalez-Gonzalez, 44, of Ukiah as the father investigators believe killed his two children and then himself Oct. 9 at a home on Old River Road near Ukiah. Autopsies on all three were done Wednesday. Gonzalez-Gonzalez’s preliminary cause of death was asphyxia due to hanging, and the manner […] The post Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office names father in deaths of his 2 children near Ukiah appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Sebastopol man allegedly runs wild, pouring booze on cars, throwing pumpkins

A Sebastopol man was arrested this week after allegedly pouring alcohol on cars, throwing a pumpkin and assaulting people, police said Saturday. On Friday, police arrested a 45-year-old man after receiving a series of calls related to him spanning three hours over several locations throughout Sebastopol, the department said. According to police, the same suspect […] The post Sebastopol man allegedly runs wild, pouring booze on cars, throwing pumpkins appeared first on Local News Matters.

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San Francisco speed cameras reduce dangerous speeding by 84%, city says

Automated speed safety cameras have reduced dangerous speeding by 84% at camera locations in San Francisco during the program’s first 18 months, Mayor Daniel Lurie announced last week, estimating the reduction amounts to 42,000 fewer instances daily of drivers traveling at least 10 mph over the speed limit. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates […] The post San Francisco speed cameras reduce dangerous speeding by 84%, city says appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Monterey assistant police chief to lead department during search for new chief

Monterey Assistant Police Chief Mike Bruno, who has been with the department since 2005, will serve as interim chief as the city searches for a new leader, officials said. City Manager Dante Hall said Thursday that Bruno’s appointment is effective Nov. 16. It follows the retirement of Chief Dave Hober, who is stepping down after […] The post Monterey assistant police chief to lead department during search for new chief appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Marin County school board president faces calls to resign after colleague’s resignation

The president of a Marin County school board is facing demands to resign following the resignation of another board member who a superior court judge found had harassed a parent. Parents in the Tamalpais Union High School District called on board President Cynthia Roenisch to resign at a school board meeting earlier this week. They […] The post Marin County school board president faces calls to resign after colleague’s resignation appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Prescribed burn planned on Mount Tamalpais Watershed

An intentional fire up to 25 acres is planned in the Mount Tamalpais Watershed, the natural preserve in Marin County, starting as early as Monday, officials said. The prescribed burn, intended to reduce fuel in case of wildfire, is planned for the Lagunitas Meadow and Pine Point area near the Bon Tempe Reservoir, the Marin […] The post Prescribed burn planned on Mount Tamalpais Watershed appeared first on Local News Matters.

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‘Bay City Beat’ radio show: Oct. 16-18, 2026

Bay City Beat is hosted by longtime journalist Leslie Katz and showcases a unique listing of weekend arts and cultural events around Marin County and the Bay Area. In partnership with Radio Sausalito, this show features fun events and exciting happenings that you will want to get out and enjoy. To hear the broadcasts, tune […] The post ‘Bay City Beat’ radio show: Oct. 16-18, 2026 appeared first on Local News Matters.

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Large crane to disrupt traffic for Pacifica Municipal Pier stabilization

Traffic in Pacifica will be disrupted for several days beginning Wednesday as a large crane is moved through town to help stabilize the damaged Municipal Pier, the city said. Power Engineering Construction Co. of Alameda is building a pad for the pile-driving crane near Beach Boulevard and Santa Rosa Avenue. The L-shaped, quarter-mile pier has […] The post Large crane to disrupt traffic for Pacifica Municipal Pier stabilization appeared first on Local News Matters.

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2 adults, 2 dogs rescued off cliffside at San Francisco’s Fort Funston

Two adults and two dogs were rescued from the 200-foot sandstone bluffs at Fort Funston on the western edge of San Francisco near sundown on Saturday, firefighters said. Firefighters were called to the cliffside north of the hang glider deck just before 6 p.m., the San Francisco Fire Department said on social media. Firefighters used […] The post 2 adults, 2 dogs rescued off cliffside at San Francisco’s Fort Funston appeared first on Local News Matters.