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$54M Lotto Win | Bay Area Native Could Be President: NorCal In Brief
Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not: we've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA — As the weekend wraps, we've rounded up some of the stories you may have missed Saturday and Sunday to prepare you for Monday.
The big news across the world Sunday was Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race, and endorsing Oakland native and current Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. Harris thanked Biden for his “extraordinary leadership,” and said that “my intention is to earn and win this nomination.”
A number of Bay Area leaders thanked Biden for his service, and his decision not to run again, including Nancy Pelosi, London Breed, Barbara Lee, and Scott Wiener.
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Another NorCal resident got some life-changing news this weekend when they found out they won the $54 million SuperLotto Plus jackpot at a convenience store in Woodland, about 15 miles northwest of Sacramento.
Here are some other stories you may have missed:
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CA Sends Mentally Ill Man To Hospital, Then Charges $760K
The California Department of State Hospitals has a longstanding practice of billing patients exorbitant sums after releasing them.
Man Shot To Death In Fremont
A man was shot to death Saturday in the Niles area of Fremont, police said.
Woman Fatally Shot In Fremont Saturday Night
Despite efforts to save her, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
Pepperwood Fire In Mendocino County 35% Contained
Hand crews are making progress, Cal Fire said, no structures are threatened, and the rate of spread is moderate.
Missing 76-Year-Old Man Found Dead In Marin County
Kelley Guest, 76, was last seen on Monday exiting the Golden Gate Ferry in Sausalito, police said.
Thousands Of Pills Mailed From UK To Novato Are Intercepted
A package with thousands of pills containing fentanyl and more was intercepted on its way from the UK to Novato, authorities said.
Teen Who Tore Down Half Moon Bay Pride Flag Arrested
A juvenile "forcibly removed" and damaged the flag that was in front of CoastPride Center, police said.
West Contra Costa Unified School District Sued
A group of educators, staff, and parents are suing the district, alleging poor building conditions, teacher vacancies and more.
Fire Closes Roads In San Mateo
Firefighters battled a structure fire around 3:12 a.m. Sunday.
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