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The last application period for this year's down payment assistance through "AC BOOST" is open. Here's what to know.

Police officials said the scammers pretended to be investigating a fraud case in an attempt to access sensitive information.
Police said a license plate reader, community cameras, neighbors, and a sheriff's helicopter helped lead investigators to the stolen van.
Police allege the man ignited several small fires last week around Fremont and Newark.
Police allege the man ignited several small fires last week around Fremont and Newark.
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A stray dog picked up last week outside Detroit was reported missing in San Diego last summer.
The proposed long-term shelter would provide food, shelter and services for up to 1,000 people currently living in encampments.
Investigators are circulating an image of a suspect accused of peering into a bathroom stall at Bradley Park.
Police allege a juvenile driver was speeding and ran a stop sign before crashing into a pickup truck, killing the driver inside.
Work to install continuous HOV lanes linking Sausalito and Windsor enters its next phase this month, targeting a summer 2025 opening date.
Marin Water's latest effort to remove fire fuels got underway Wednesday and will continue if the weather cooperates.
The lawsuit alleges police used a Taser and arrested a man with epilepsy who was experiencing a seizure and awaiting medical care.
Much cooler temperatures will take hold by Thursday, and fresh snow could dust the hills as a cold front sets up shop through the weekend.
High schoolers and college students will have a chance this month to meet with mayors, council members and other local leaders.
Officers will staff a DUI check point late next week along East 4th Avenue in San Mateo.
Officers recovered valuable music equipment and other property worth tens of thousands of dollars while executing a search warrant.
Officers recovered valuable music equipment and other property worth tens of thousands of dollars while executing a search warrant.
Police allege a Vallejo man was carrying burglary tools, drugs and a loaded gun when he was found in Novato Monday morning.
Recent price inspections found some locations repeatedly overcharged customers for certain items.