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Steph Curry makes Augusta debut, as reward from Steve KerrESPNThe round was a championship reward from Warriors coach Steve Kerr, who promised Curry and Andre Iguodala that if Golden State won the title, he would use his connections and get them on the storied course. During the on-court celebration in Cleveland …The arrogantly bored Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1S2gLXA via IFTTT

Report: Profound Racial Disparities in Mortgage Lending Seen in OaklandEast Bay ExpressThe report, by the Greenlining Institute and Urban Strategies Council, also found that banks issued a much smaller total number of home mortgage loans in Oakland compared to Fresno and Long Beach, two other cities analyzed in the study. And Black and …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1XND5o8 via IFTTT

How Gentrification Is Forcing Californians Out Of Their CommunitiesHuffington Post“The housing market in the East Bay has been really impacted,” says Dan Sawislak, executive director of the Berkeley-based Resources for Community Development. “Oakland rents have skyrocketed. Working-class families have huge challenges finding a …and more …read more From:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1S2gNi9 via IFTTT

5 Nightlife Musts in San FranciscoTravelPulseOne of my go-to spots in the Marina is Eastside West Restaurant & Bar, which features the quaint size of many San Francisco bars, but still has great service and a good vibe. Others to check out include The Brixton, Marengo, and The Mauna Loa Club (a … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1XND6Zj via IFTTT

What’s Happening: Oakland Velocity tryoutsContra Costa TimesTop Flight Baseball — Holding a batting practice and strength and conditioning program Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. at Top Flight Indoor Facility, 1450 32nd St., Oakland. Additional “Hit Nights” offered Mondays and Wednesdays. Contact Coach …and more …read more From:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1S2gLXq via IFTTT

Berkeleyside blotter: Crime in Berkeley, Feb. 4-10BerkeleysideThis overview of recent crime in Berkeley is based on reports to the Berkeley Police unless otherwise noted. Share photos, videos and tips, about breaking news or neighborhood safety issues, via email at crime@berkeleyside.com or on Facebook or Twitter. …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1XND5o4 via IFTTT

LeBron James discusses Golden State Warriors‘ record and chemistry; whether he needs rest (video)cleveland.comINDEPENDENCE, Ohio — The Golden State Warriors, with an NBA-best 50-5 record, have garnered plenty of attention this season. It didn’t take long for former Cleveland Cavaliers forward Anderson Varejao to see what makes the Warriors so impressive, …LeBron James Comments on […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1LdvUE0 via IFTTT

California Golden Bears vs. UCLA Bruins – 2/25/16 College Basketball Pick, Odds, and PredictionSports Chat PlaceThe California Golden Bears are 19-8 (9-5) and are coming off of a win against Washington State by a score of 80-62. California has won 5 games in a row and is currently 4th in the PAC-12 standings. California does […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1LdvU6T via IFTTT

Mike Mayock talks draft options for Oakland Raiders at No. 14247Sports (blog)(What’s next at the NFL Combine and Free Agency for the Raiders? Make sure you’re in the loop — take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Raiders newsletter now!) You don’t have to be much of an expert to see what the […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1oBL8bv via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders‘ Jack Del Rio wants to waste your whole NFL Sunday with replaysFOXSports.comHowever, that’s apparently fine with Oakland Raiders coach Jack Del Rio. Why? Because he feels that the current replay system — which is a mighty drain of time as it is — isn’t expansive enough. Speaking at the NFL Scouting Combine on […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KLOGCo via IFTTT

Wednesday Must Reads: Oakland Moves Forward on Uptown Hotel and Housing; Richmond Tenants Launch Rent …East Bay Express1. And Oakland City Council committee greenlighted a plan to build a high-rise hotel and apartment tower in the city’s Uptown district, the Chron$ reports. The 27-story project by San Diego developers Oliver McMillan and Oakland’s Strategic Urban […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TGiLWz via IFTTT

Oakland part of national project to boost student achievementEdSourceThe city is coordinating the efforts, said David Silver, Mayor Libby Schaaf’s policy director for education. Part of this initiative includes a $500 college fund started for babies born in low-income families and another $500 for the families if they … …read more From:: Libby Schaaf Oakland […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1R0ObRx via IFTTT

Oakland leaders consider Lucas Museum as Chicago plan fizzlesKGO-TVThe force is still strong in the Bay Area, particularly Oakland. In a statement, Oakland’s mayor, Libby Schaaf, says: “If plans for a museum in Chicago do not come to fruition, we’d be thrilled to explore the possibility of this exciting project coming …Oakland resumes pursuit of […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TFgR8O via IFTTT

The arrogantly bored Golden State WarriorsGolden State of MindThose Golden State Warriors are one of the greatest teams of all time, blah blah blah, but how many times can I reiterate and fancy up the same old words for you guys? It doesn’t get old to read or watch but it’s exhausting to write about. […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1mX3wdR via IFTTT

Fish FightEast Bay ExpressBut for Lee, Chin, and hundreds of small-scale recreational fishermen in the Bay Area, the rules may soon be changing. Currently, there is no limit on how many herring that recreational anglers can catch. And commercial fishermen want fishery managers … …read more From:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TFgR8K via IFTTT

No. 6 Bears Look For Three-PeatCal AthleticsLast year, the Bears won their second straight conference crown with a record 1,629.50 points. Cal features four swimmers who have won individual conference titles in previous years, including senior Rachel Bootsma, who has won three titles in a row in …and more …read more From:: California Golden Bears […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1mX3ulZ via IFTTT

No. 1 Cal Hosts SDSU, No. 7 FloridaCal AthleticsBERKELEY – Top-ranked California looks to continue a season of firsts when the 8-0 Golden Bears host San Diego State (3-6) on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. and then host seventh-ranked Florida (5-0) on Friday at noon at the Hellman Tennis Complex.Pac-12 Announces Tennis Players of the WeekPac-12.com […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TFgTNP via IFTTT

Man injured after being struck by train in BerkeleyBerkeleysideAn eastbound Amtrak train struck a man who was on the train tracks near West Berkeley’s Gilman crossing Tuesday morning at around 9:30 a.m., according to Union Pacific spokesman Francisco Castillo. The man, who Castillo described as “trespassing,” was …Amtrak train hits male trespasser in Berkeley on […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1mX3wdL via IFTTT

No rattling resilient Heat ahead of Warriors challengeESPNMiami hopes the right combination of steady defense and downright defiance will be enough to pull off an improbable upset of a Warriors team on pace for one of the most prolific offensive seasons in NBA history. Golden State is the fastest team to …New-look Miami Heat eager […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Lbql99 via IFTTT

Oakland: Coroner ID’s body of badly burned man found in Joaquin Miller ParkContra Costa TimesOAKLAND — The coroner identified Tuesday the man found badly burned Monday morning in Joaquin Miller Park. Reginald Richardson, 33, of Oakland, apparently committed suicide in the park, according to police. His body was found around 11:54 a.m. …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1oGEsJL via IFTTT