News briefs from California's Central Coast (SanLuisObispo.com) SALINAS, Calif. -

News briefs from California's Central Coast (SanLuisObispo.com)
SALINAS, Calif. - A woman fought off a would-be kidnapper and, after spotting him later in the day, chased his vehicle in her car, police said. The 21-year-old was walking to her car around 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday when a man grabbed her from behind, police said.

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Ford's most important midsize sedan launch since the Taurus.
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Public transit advocates say New Castle County needs Sunday bus service. Toshen Poole makes pretty good tips waiting tables at the Olive Garden restaurant on Concord Pike. Otherwise, it wouldn't be worth it.

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Of 'software developer thugs'

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