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Swarm of earthquakes strikes in San Ramon; largest at 4.0-magnitude
A wave of roughly 50 earthquakes was recorded in the Tri-Valley over the weekend, ranging up to a preliminary magnitude of 4.0 struck southeast of San Ramon about 8 p.m. Friday, USGS said.
Human trafficking sting leads to arrest of San Ramon man
A multi-agency human trafficking operation in San Mateo County led to the arrest of a 22-year-old San Ramon man and the identification of multiple trafficking survivors, authorities said Friday.
Dublin council formally opposes reopening of federal prison
A contingency of Tri-Valley residents and activist groups from across the Bay Area scored a victory when the Dublin City Council passed a resolution formally opposing the reopening of the troubled federal prison site that was shuttered last year.
Playbook: Ignoring transfer rules has forever changed high school athletics – and at what cost?
“It’s caused a crisis of consciousness for me many times. But instead of giving up, I look for the good stories on homegrown athletes and hope that a miracle can happen to restore character to high school athletes. I can hope, but most of the time I feel like I’m fighting windmills alongside Don Quixote.”

Holiday Homecoming: Adoption fees waived for adult cats, dogs at East Bay SPCA
Just in time for the holidays, people are able to adopt adult cats and dogs for free from the East Bay SPCA through the end of 2025.
BART board elects new president, vice president
The BART Board of Directors selected Melissa Hernandez to become the new president of the board and Edward Wright as the new vice president.
Letters: On school budget cuts | Great column on coach | Help save a life | District must address achievement gaps
“I recognize that given the current state of PUSD’s budget, cuts are required. To callously state that an 11% pay reduction does not affect ‘staff’, however, is apathetic and exemplifies poor leadership.”
Hot Picks
Beginning Bridge: Learn to play bridge from the start or practice bidding and reach the right contract and how to play to cards. 10-11:30 a.m., Mondays. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Free Monday Movies: Enjoy a free movie every Monday at the Danville Senior Center Community Hall. Email seniors@danville.ca.gov for the full list of movies. No registration required. 1 p.m.
The Sound of Music presented by Symphonics: The Tri-Valley Symphonics will perform The Sound of Music. Symphonics offers an opportunity to foster interest in music by providing engaging and friendly content that is more approachable than most musical performances. 6:30-7:15 p.m., Dec. 22. San Ramon Library.
Basic Beginner Line Dance: Basic Beginner Line Dance at the Alcosta Senior & Community Center. 1-2 p.m., Tuesdays. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR).
Healthy Tuesdays at the Library: The San Ramon library offers a free wellness session for adults on Tuesdays at lunchtime featuring Yoga and Tai Chi on alternating weeks. All levels welcome with no registration required. 12:15-1:15 p.m., Tuesdays.
Cocoa & Kindness (Rocks): Join for some unconventional sip-and-paint fun and spread kindness by painting, drawing, or temporary tattooing some rocks to share with those who need some inspiration. Hot chocolate will be served. 6-7 p.m., Dec. 23. San Ramon Library.
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