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Giants win first World Series since '54

By Bill Shaikin
San Francisco posts a 3-1 victory over the Texas Rangers in Game 5. Edgar Renteria, the Series MVP, wins it with a three-run homer, and Tim Lincecum outpitches Cliff Lee in the finale.

Bell demanded arbitrary fees from some businesses

By Paloma Esquivel and Robert J. Lopez
The city collected tens of thousands of dollars annually. Some of the revenue helped pay unusually high municipal salaries. Experts say the practice may be illegal.

Candidates close campaigns with appeals for support

By Cathleen Decker
Democrats hold joint rallies and Republicans visit party offices. Pre-election polls show several tight contests.
Boy, 5 dies of Halloween shooting injuries
4 Americans slain in Mexican border town
Court says 'don't ask' can remain through appeal
State bans welfare cards at pot clubs, massage parlors
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