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Dusk for ’Twilight’ couple Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart

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With Boston on the mind, Bay to Breakers participants still have a grand ol’ time

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Older job-seekers fall behind as Peninsula tech market heats up

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Tejay van Garderen wins Tour of California

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SF State student secures own graduation site to avoid pricey alternative

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Driver fees could help combat gridlock

By: Will Reisman 05/19/13 6:29 PM

Charging $3 to motorists entering downtown could generate money for transit projects, transit... Read More

Downtown San Francisco will be mired in gridlock unless changes are made soon to alleviate automobile traffic — and the most effective method could be a long-discussed and controversial congestion-pricing scheme. Read More

With Boston on the mind, Bay to Breakers participants still have a grand ol’ time

By: Paul Gackle 05/19/13 6:35 PM

Tightened security didn’t stop the party at legendary footrace. Read More

Dressing up for the Craigslist Bay to Breakers is an annual tradition for Irvine resident Jolene Manginelli and three of her best friends. In past years, they’ve worn M&M outfits and “Alice in Wonderland”-themed attire, and once designed costumes that looked like gum on the bottom of a sneaker. But this year, the group of four decided to keep it simple with T-shirts bearing a fitting message: “Boston Strong. Never Forget.” Read More

Local

Driver fees could help combat gridlock

Older job-seekers fall behind as Peninsula tech market heats up

Redwood City seeks to increase water and sewer rates

Injunction proposed as dog-walker law looms

SF State student secures own graduation site to avoid pricey alternative

May 20: Carla Morrison at the Independent and other San Francisco events

Examiner Editorial

Port should select wisely when choosing company to operate cruise ship terminal

05/19/13 4:00 AM

The sleek new cruise ship terminal on Pier 27 is a welcome addition to the waterfront. Ideally, it will be a boon to The City and the region as it brings in visitors from around the world who might not otherwise visit or spend their money here. But it also has the possibility to become a giant albatross around the neck of the Port of San Francisco if not properly managed.

Letters to the Editor

Oppression in Israel is still very real

Today's Opinion Columnists

Listen closely and speak clearly to get the job you are going after

By: Marvin Walberg

Pregnancy, drinking still don’t mix — no matter who does it

By: Mehmet Oz and Mike Roizen

Limousine industry just loosely regulated

By: Christopher B. Dolan

Pro-Palestinian ads misrepresent apartheid

By: Rev. Dr. Kenneth Meshoe

Bring a healthy attitude to class

By: Richard A. Carranza

Dusk for ’Twilight’ couple Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart

By: Katy St. Clair 05/19/13 7:32 PM

Undead hottie Robert Pattinson, left, and his perpetually sulky sweetheart Kristen Stewart are on... Read More

OK, this time it’s official: “Twilight” hotties Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have split up. Read More

Entertainment

‘You’re Going to Bleed’ a bit too ambitious

From reality TV to really live

Jared Leto blasts off with new Mars music

Riveting Michael Shannon boosts ‘Iceman’

Big is conjuring up customized cocktails

Giants rocked once again

By: Associated Press 05/19/13 7:13 PM

San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Chad Gaudin works against the Colorado Rockies in the eighth... Read More

The Giants’ prized pitching rotation took one more pounding. Barry Zito couldn’t get on track in a second consecutive ineffective outing, and the Giants lost 5-0 to the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. A 1-5 road swing finished with another thud. The starting pitchers had a 9.82 ERA and the fielders committed 13 errors on the trip. Read More