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NORAD’s Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids
NORAD’s annual tracking of Santa has endured since the Cold War, predating ugly sweater parties and Mariah Carey classics.
On media: The best and worst of 2024, from Herbstreit’s rants to the SEC on ABC, ‘GameDay’ in Berkeley, booth announcers and more
We looked at the best and worst of college football media scene in 2024, including Colorado carrying the Big 12, Rece Davis’ essential role and more.
Big waves slam Southern California beaches, more massive surf on the way
This will not be the week to hit the waves to learn to surf – and even experienced surfers should use extreme caution in the water.
The key to fixing the 49ers is Kyle Shanahan’s old calling card
How does coach Kyle Shanahan “re-invent” himself? Restore the running game, as well as stopping the run.
Niles: A busy 2024 set up big challenges for Disneyland in 2025
Disneyland didn’t build any new rides in 2024, but it set the stage for decades of future growth.
Best of the West WBB power rankings: UCLA edges USC for top spot as Cal keeps rolling and Oregon soars
The Trojans beat Connecticut for the first time in school history despite blowing an 18-point lead.
San Francisco’s fentanyl deportations show rare unity with Donald Trump
Top officials in the city — long a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants — have embraced a Biden-era crackdown on fentanyl dealers that has sent scores of migrants to deportation proceedings since last year.
East Bay woman accused of elder theft hit with federal charge
The FBI has become involved in the case of an alleged computer scam targeting a 79-year-old Marin County resident.
Biden will decide on US Steel acquisition after influential panel fails to reach consensus
Some federal agencies are skeptical the deal would create national security risks
Live map: When will Christmas Eve rain end in Bay Area
A coastal flood warning in effect Tuesday morning was a response to a big swell.