Happy 105th birthday!
Mary Burgess has seen a lot in one century -- including the birth and growth of nearly 340 collective children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great, great grandchildren, and even great, great, great grandchildren -- with more on the way.

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The '89 Quake

Mark the Loma Prieta earthquake anniversary with user stories, features, slide shows and more.

Fall Arts Guide

Our staff highlights the season's don't-miss events in theater, pop music, dance, art, books, and classical music. Check out our comprehensive -- and very handy -- Fall Arts Calendar.

Staff pix of the week

Our top pix of the week include: The catch that got away, prepping for a grad speech, 49ers hitting the field and a preschool hug View them here.

Tips for the college-bound

It's never too early to start preparing for college, especially during these economic times. With the right steps, students and their families can stay on the path to a higher education.

Best reader photos

Tall tree, short dog and a size 11 cat are among this week's best.

Special Report: Oakland Homicides

WHERE ARE THE MEN?
Women share their tears, grief but men are hard to crack. Also check out our interactive homicide map.


	Social awareness activist inspires children to look beyond perceptions Feds take over banks in five states, including San Francisco's United Commercial Bank FDIC seizes and closes United Commercial Bank Oakland police union scrutinized for Perata endorsement New lofts sprouting up in West Oakland, what about the train station? Social awareness activist inspires children to look beyond perceptions Report finds Oakland's edible potential Five Oakland men face federal drug charges


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	Mehserle case delayed until Nov. 19 Alameda Superior Court Judge Morris Jacobson is expected to decide where to move the murder trial of a former BART police officer. MORE CRIME HEADLINES Five Oakland men face federal drug charges Suspect in 2004 Oakland slaying arrested in Las Vegas Former Brazilian police officer charged with string of sexual assaults in Oakland, Emeryville Mehserle case delayed until Nov. 19

OAKLAND BART SHOOTING
	Mehserle case delayed until Nov. 19 Alameda Superior Court Judge Morris Jacobson is expected to decide where to move the murder trial of a former BART police officer. MORE OAKLAND BART SHOOTING HEADLINES Mehserle case delayed until Nov. 19 Mehserle trial won't be held in county that mirrors Alameda County's demographics Concerns of jury influence helped move Mehserle case, experts say Judge grants former BART police officer change of venue

Death Notices and Guest Books

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GAY MARRIAGE
	Gay marriage fight brings legal look at public record secrecy The fierce fight over same-sex marriage is creating pressure to recognize a new free-speech right that could keep public records secret. MORE GAY MARRIAGE HEADLINES Same-sex married couples 'pleased' to be counted in 2010 census U.S. judge refuses Prop. 8 backers' request to dismiss gay-marriage case Proposition 8 case headed back to court Prop. 8 backers seek to bump AG Brown to other side of gay-marriage legal fight

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The Green Guide

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.


	California Legislature passes long-awaited water reforms Good for more than the environment Sweeping cuts imposed on more than half of California state parks Goal is more environmental friendliness

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