Mercury News Letters to the Editor for Jan. 3, 2024

The latest version of the indictment against the Democrat in Manhattan federal court did not identify the member of the Qatari royal family, but it said the individual was a principal of the Qatari Investment Co.

Councilmember Peter Ortiz says the Instagram page "ESSJ Times" published posts that put him in danger and fuels hate towards the LGBTQ community

Trump's lawyers argue that the presidency isn't explicitly mentioned in the amendment, only any "officer of the United States" — a legal term they contend doesn't apply to the president. Trump made the opposite argument defending against his prosecution for fraud by the Manhattan District Attorney's office, contending the case should move to federal court because the president is "an officer of the United States."

Salesian jumps past De La Salle and into the No. 1 spot. Five EBAL and four WCAL teams are ranked in the Top 10.

A 1,930-square-foot house built in 2010 has changed hands. The property located in the 4700 block of Malayan Street in San Ramon was sold on Dec. 11, 2023, for $1,664,000, or $862 per square foot.

High school rankings: Archbishop Mitty and San Ramon Valley stay on top, Oakland Tech and Salesian remain despite early-season struggles

Here are a few things that you should consider buying in January, because they'll be on sale — like really on sale, not like those phony Black Friday deals.

The victim died after ingesting counterfeit painkiller pills at a Concord residence, according to police.

Snacks can add up to nearly a quarter of your caloric intake during a day, while providing little nutritional value. Choose these options instead.