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Brentwood principal and teacher on leave after alleged abuse

Parent report prompts district investigation into handling of incident at Loma Vista Elementary School.

Former head of vice squad sentenced to 14 years in federal prison

Karl Mondon/Staff file

Norman Wielsch pleaded guilty to five felonies in December, nearly two years after undercover agents caught him and a private investigator trying to sell drugs that had been seized by the Central Contra Costa Narcotics Enforcement Team.

Fire danger again peaks as temperatures climb across Bay Area

Kristopher Skinner/Staff

Small blazes in Oakland, Orinda and San Jose drew heavy responses Monday as fire officials kept a close eye on the weather forecast.

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Veteran of Richmond's neighborhood wars changes life

Eric Welch has gone from self-described "goon" and survivor of of gun violence to celebrated member of the Office of Neighborhood Safety's fellowship program.

Eric Welch: Survivor of Richmond's streets

Richmond man recounts tales of being shot, escaping death

Poole: Raiders a good fit for Woodson

Free agent defensive back Charles Woodson has many reasons for wanting to return to the Oakland Raiders.

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'DWTS': Kellie, Zendaya each receive two perfect 30s

The four remaining celebrities and their pro partners do everything they can to win and take home the Mirrorball Trophy tomorrow night.

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