Friday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 73 and low of 58 degrees.
Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 75, low: 57.
Sunday: Increasing cloudiness, with a high of 66 and low of 59 degrees.
π° News we're reading
β’ Swimmers have rare, terrifying encounter with Blondie the sea lion near Albany Bulb (berkeleyside.org) β Swimmers from an Albany-based open water group describe a frightening close encounter with a sickly sea lion near Albany Bulb over Labor Day weekend, raising new safety concerns for locals who use the beach. The story explains what's known about domoic acid poisoning in sea lions, why unusual strandings at Albany Beach worry regular swimmers, and how residents should respond to distressed marine mammals. Β Β Β
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π Nearby News
Berkeley
Berkeley's Stained Glass Garden to Celebrate 50 Years of Art (kqed.org)
Where do I watch Berkeley's 2026 election candidate forums? (berkeleyside.org)
Berkeley Pier, Electric Ferry Get Fast-Tracked With Newsom Certification (sfist.com)
Alameda
Eli's Mile High Club, Iconic Oakland Music Venue, Will Close After 52 Years Amid Patio Dispute (patch.com)
Crews Extinguish Blaze At Vacant Building In Alameda (patch.com)
San Francisco
Man Dies, Two Injured In Deadly Golden Gate Bridge Boat Wreck (patch.com)
SF Standard CEO Accused Of Demeaning, Sexually Harassing Women In Explosive Lawsuit (patch.com)
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