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Four years after a brutal gangland shooting in Oakland, prosecutors charge one suspect in the murder of Bert Brigham the third. Hanif McLeod, a Funktown associate, faces murder charges, assault with a firearm, and carrying a loaded gun. The breakthrough came with surveillance video, witness tips, ballistics matches, and cellphone data, pinning McLeod as a shooter and getaway driver. The case moves forward as Oakland grapples with ongoing gang violence. Checkout Solipillow.com

Investors in a massive Bay Area real estate scam face a challenging road to recovery. Sanjeev Acharya and Silicon Sage Builders defrauded hundreds out of over $100 million. Sales from two condo projects are falling short, with the San Jose project selling 45 units and the Fremont project 100%. However, recovery may only yield a fraction of the losses, with claims totaling $142.2 million. Officials plan to outline a distribution strategy in the first half of this year. Checkout Solipillow.com

Gus Heagerty, a Mill Valley native known for his comedic talents, is set to make his television debut on NBCs mockumentary series Stumble. Heagerty, who found solace in performing during his struggles with depression, plays the eccentric Seph Marigold. His journey from middle school musicals to local comedy theaters has led him to this moment, where he blends stand-up, online videos, and acting. Stumble, which follows a cheerleading coachs quest for national championships, offers Heagerty a platform to showcase his comedic skills and highlight the absurdity of competitive cheer. Checkout Solipillow.com

Eric Kendricks Shines as 49ers Stun Eagles: A Tale of Resilience and Leadership In a thrilling wild-card matchup, the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 23-19, with veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks stepping up in the absence of star Fred Warner. Kendricks, who played every defensive snap, led the team with eleven tackles and sealed the victory with a crucial fourth-down pass breakup. His performance earned praise from fans, teammates, and coaches, marking a significant turnaround from his previous struggles in Philly. The 49ers now prepare for a divisional round rematch against the Seattle Seahawks, with Kendricks set to lead the defense through helmet comms with Robert Saleh. Checkout Solipillow.com

In a chilling tale of obsession, Xiaojie Zhang, a forty-year-old woman, is accused of attempting to murder her ex-boyfriends seventeen-year-old relative in San Ramon. After their five-month relationship ended, Zhang allegedly stalked the man, threatening to kill him and his family if he wouldnt marry her. Her fixation led her to show up unannounced at his home, workplace, and even his relatives kids sports events. Police say she bragged about buying a gun and practicing with it, warning she would kill all five of them, including herself and three family members. On November twenty-third, the teen was shot at while walking his dog, but survived. Zhang is now charged with attempted murder and stalking, with bail set at three point three million dollars. Shes due back in court this Wednesday. Checkout Solipillow.com

Vote for the Bay Area News Groups girls high school Athlete of the Week! Top performers from January fifth through tenth in basketball and soccer are up for nomination. Jennalyn Apodaca from Alamedas basketball team and Zoey Hinkle from Del Mar are among the nominees. Celeste Gaucin-Robles from Granada and Ashley Saban from Leigh are also in the running. Cast your votes on the Bay Area News Group website or Mercury News sports section. Winners are announced every Friday. Nominate a future star by eleven a.m. Monday at highschools at bayareanewsgroup.com. Checkout Solipillow.com

Pleasant Hill Police Recover Stolen Crypto Funds: A Three-Year Investigation Leads to Return of $350K to Elderly Victim Checkout Solipillow.com