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Umphrey’s McGee | Oakland, CA | ReviewGrateful WebUmphrey’s McGee, the sextet from South Bend, IN returned to the East Bay of Oakland, CA for their fifth consecutive appearance in as many years at the famed Fox Theater Friday night, March 25th. One night from the official wrap of the Winter 2016 Tour, …Umphrey’s McGee Bust […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RxAooD via IFTTT

How much is a Warriors championship ring worth? Here’s one answerSan Jose Mercury NewsOAKLAND — There was plenty to gawk at when the Golden State Warriors unveiled their championship ring this season. Hidden gems in the design … Oakland. Its appraised value? $13,500, according to Michael Hunt, special assistant to Mayor Libby Schaaf.and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UQBkrC via IFTTT

Murphy Wins 200 Back, Cal Takes Second At NCAAsCal AthleticsCal placed second in the team competition with a total of 351 points and trailed only Texas, which finished with 541.5. With their impressive showing at McAuley Aquatic Center, the Bears continued their historic run of success under head coach David …California’s Murphy three-peats in the […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1XWj3ra via IFTTT

Oakland A’s: Righty Henderson Alvarez cleared to start hard workouts after shoulder surgerySan Jose Mercury NewsSo it was good news for the A’s earlier Saturday when Oakland’s medical crew gave clearance for Alvarez to throw 40 pitches in a bullpen session as he rebuilds his strength from shoulder surgery last July. More than that, he […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1pRrBFj via IFTTT

Proponents buried coal’s role in Oakland export terminal; now questions remainSalt Lake TribuneUtah’s Community Impact Board has awarded a $53 million loan to four coal-producing counties to invest in a deep-water port in Oakland, Calif. hoping to connect central Utah commodities with export markets. Bowie Resource Partners already exports about …Coal story: It’s about Utah, […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Uvi4Al via IFTTT

New music club pushes boundary of Berkeley Arts DistrictSFGateFor years and years, the Addison Street Arts District consisted of the Berkeley Repertory Theatre alone and lonely on a Dust Bowl of a street that could not shake its old handle as “Auto Body Row.” The century turned and then came the Aurora Theatre … …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Sol3H4 via IFTTT

Oakland’s Ward wins unanimous decision over No. 1 ranked contender BarreraSan Jose Mercury NewsOAKLAND — Andre Ward wanted a test in his light heavyweight debut, and he got one Saturday night before scoring a unanimous decision over No. 1-ranked contender Sullivan Barrera in front of 8,532 sometimes anxious fans at Oracle Arena. Ward knocked …Oakland’s […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Uvi4k7 via IFTTT

Cal Women’s Water Polo Player Qualifies For SpainCal AthleticsThe Golden Bears came very close to qualifying four more women’s water polo student-athletes for the Olympics, as countries that feature Cal players each lost by one goal in the quarterfinals. Canada, which has incoming freshman Emma Wright and alums …and more …read more From:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Sol65L via IFTTT

Three former Oakland Raiders will donate brains for CTE researchUPI.comOakland Raiderettes entertain during a timeout at the Oakland Raiders-Kansas City Chiefs game at O.co Coliseum in Oakland, California on December 6, 2015. The Chiefs defeated the Raiders 34-20. Photo by Terry Schmitt/UPI. | License Photo. Three former …and more …read more From:: Oakland California News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/22E4Zt9 via IFTTT

Here’s how the Warriors will set NBA season record for winsSan Francisco ChronicleOAKLAND, CA – MARCH 25: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors watches a three-point basket go in against the Dallas Mavericks at ORACLE Arena on March 25, 2016 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and …Warriors now 65-7, […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1pDxeG8 via IFTTT

How much is a Warriors championship ring worth? Here’s one answerContra Costa TimesOAKLAND — There was plenty to gawk at when the Golden State Warriors unveiled their championship ring this season. Hidden gems in the design … Oakland. Its appraised value? $13,500, according to Michael Hunt, special assistant to Mayor Libby Schaaf.and more …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/22E4Zt3 via IFTTT

Man fatally shot in East OaklandSan Jose Mercury NewsPolice and Crime Stoppers of Oakland are offering up to $10,000 in reward money for information leading to the arrest of the killer in the Friday night case and the Friday morning case and up to $20,000 in the Thursday night shooting. Anyone with …Man fatally shot […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/22DLYae via IFTTT

Bill Walton: Luke Walton shouldn’t leave Warriors to lead KnicksESPN (blog)NEW YORK — Golden State Warriors assistant coach Luke Walton is expected to be a popular candidate for NBA head coaching vacancies this offseason, including the opening with the New York Knicks. But Walton’s father, Hall of Fame center and ESPN …and more …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RvEQUP via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders Twitter Buzz: Pursuing Muhammad Wilkerson?NFL Spin ZoneMandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports. This week’s Oakland Raiders #AskMoe Q&A participants have plenty of inquiries about specific draft prospects and front office strategies to acquire the best selections in April. We’ll also touch on …Oakland Raiders Mock Draft: The Final Puzzle PiecesNFL Mocks all 2 […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q8vgOF via IFTTT

Berkeley County reviews sheriff deputy vehicle crashesHerald-Mail MediaBerkeley County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement vehicles have been involved in 20 crashes since July 2014, including seven deer strikes, according to county records. One deputy who crashed three times in a nine-month period, was sent to driving school … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RvEQEv via IFTTT

Coal story: It’s about Utah, California and what lies aheadDeseret NewsThe project, the company adds, has to meet more than 660 mitigation mandates and conditions of approval with the city and the Port of Oakland. But Corcoran said the export of Utah coal from California is fundamentally wrong. “California has positioned … …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q8veGL via IFTTT

Bears Clinch Series over Beavs, 4-3Cal AthleticsCORVALLIS, Ore. – Another pair of extra-base hits from sophomore Taurie Pogue propelled the Golden Bears to their first series victory of Pac-12 play, as Cal (13-12-1, 2-2-1) clinched a 4-3 win over No. 24/RV Oregon State (21-8-1, 1-5) Saturday at OSU …Cal Baseball vs. Oregon State Preview. Support […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RvEQEt via IFTTT

How to Be a Devils Fan In Florida — 2016 EditionBleeding Yankee Blue (blog)Take Exit 3 for FL-816/Oakland Park Blvd. Turn right from Oakland Park Blvd. onto N. Flamingo Road. The 2nd right is NW 136th Street. … After their 1996 Conference Championship, Dave Rosenbaum wrote Miami Ice: Winning the NHL Rat Race With the […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q8vgyl via IFTTT

UC President Napolitano to keep close tabs on Berkeley’s actions against sexual misconductLos Angeles TimesUniversity of California President Janet Napolitano announced new steps Saturday to closely monitor UC Berkeley‘s handling of sexual misconduct cases following outcry that campus administrators gave light sanctions to powerful faculty members found to …UC Berkeley unveils sexual harassment prevention planSan […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RvEQEk via IFTTT

What condition the Raiders position is in pre-draft: Wide receiverSilver and Black PrideCooper will look to improve his numbers and continue to raise his game after becoming the first Raiders rookie receiver to surpass 1000 yards (1070). He was on pace for better numbers but was slowed by an ankle injury late in the season […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q8veGB via IFTTT