BART fires officer linked to Oscar Grant case, sources say
Apr 05, 2010
A BART police officer involved in the Jan. 1, 2009, shooting death of Oscar Grant III has been fired by the transit agency’s acting Chief Dash Butler, according to sources familiar with the decision. Marysol hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiDomenici’s last day with BART was Wednesday, said BART spokesman Linton Johnson. But he would not comment on why she [...]
Man who died on Caltrain tracks apparently involved in a case of alleged elder abuse
Apr 05, 2010
A 52-year-old man who died on the Caltrain tracks in San Bruno early Friday morning was apparently involved in a case of alleged elder abuse discussed at recent Atherton meetings. Jon David Armstrong, of Menlo Park, was struck and killed at about 6:30 a.m. by a northbound Caltrain in a pedestrian crossing at the north [...]
Oakland landlord, tenant dispute results in shooting
Apr 05, 2010
One person was hospitalized and another was arrested after an apparent dispute between a landlord and tenant led to a shooting in Oakland on Saturday night, police said. The shooting was reported at about 6:45 p.m. in the 3300 block of 72nd Avenue, according to police. The victim was taken to a local hospital and [...]
West Oakland man slain walking to store
Apr 05, 2010
OAKLAND — A 21-year-old West Oakland man was shot to death late Sunday night while walking to the store, police said. Thomas Roberson was killed about 11:25 p.m. Sunday in the 3000 block of Peralta Street, not far from where he lived, police said. Sgt. Gus Galindo said police responding to reports of gunfire found [...]
Santa Rosa police stun man who waved toy gun
Apr 05, 2010
SANTA ROSA — Police used a stun gun to shock a man who was waving what turned out to be a toy gun at passersby in downtown Santa Rosa. The man — a transient who had no identification on him — was taken to a hospital after the incident Sunday. There was no immediate word [...]
The Green Guide
Apr 05, 2010
Don’t listen to the frog. Kermit might have believed it wasn’t easy being green, but really, it’s not all that difficult. It takes some thought and patience, and a little effort before things become second nature. But isn’t it worth it in the long run? To help you on your way, we’ve pulled together an [...]
‘Glass closet’ gives a pretty clear view of homosexuality, researchers say
Apr 05, 2010
Latin pop star Ricky Martin’s formal announcement last week that he is a “fortunate homosexual man” came as a surprise to few, and, in fact, provided a celebratory “I knew it!” moment for the sizable swath of humanity that revels in sexuality speculation. There have, it seems, always been celebrities — or friends or co-workers, [...]
Alcohol use suspected in major-injury crash in Antioch
Apr 05, 2010
ANTIOCH — Alcohol use is suspected in a weekend crash that resulted in serious injuries for a passenger, police said. Two people in a gray Buick sedan were southbound on Auto Center Drive about 3:10 a.m. Sunday when the car went right and hit the curb, police said. The car crossed a sidewalk and some [...]
California fuels rise in home price index
Apr 01, 2010
NEW YORK — A surprisingly strong rebound in California’s real estate market helped lift a key home price index for the eighth month in a row. That’s good news for people who plan to sell their homes this spring. Prices are now up almost 4 percent from the bottom in May 2009, but still almost [...]
Homeowners with short sales face big tax bills
Mar 31, 2010
LOS ANGELES — Out of work for more than a year, Dale Ottley was relieved when she was able to sell her Woodland Hills condominium for $230,000 — even though it was a “short sale” on which she lost $200,000. Now she faces the possibility of having to pay state income tax on the $200,000 [...]