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Crowded field a challenge for Oakland mayor, voters – SFGate

SFGateA community organizer who loves Tequila and motorcycles. A Navy veteran who was a spokesman for Occupy Oakland. A gun-toting Army vet who wants everyone to carry guns. Meet some of the 14 people challenging Oakland Mayor Jean Quan for her seat … …read more Source:: Bryan Parker Oakland Mayor News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vC8oqN via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland: Police investigating fatal shooting at Coliseum Way flea market – Contra Costa Times

Contra Costa TimesPolice tried to stop the man because he was thought to be linked to a violent home invasion robbery where a resident was pistol whipped in East Oakland in July. He failed to stop and was fatally shot by a deputy. That case remains under investigation.Oakland police car hits, critically injures manKTVU San […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vC8lvc via IFTTT Zennie62

Awful August: Can’t Blame Starters – Swingin’ A’s

Swingin’ A’sNo one is more glad to see the brutal month of August over and the calendar flip to September than Oakland A’s fans. The month of August marks the A’s first losing month on over two years, going 12-17. In less than a month, the Athletics have lost 9 …Oakland Athletics – PlayerWatchReutersAngels beat […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qTo0PM via IFTTT Zennie62

In battered downtown, natives and visitors seek normalcy – Napa Valley Register

In battered downtown, natives and visitors seek normalcyNapa Valley RegisterA week after the Bay Area’s strongest quake in a quarter century, the city’s heart was a mix of the dormant and the still-vibrant, often side by side or face to face. … The wait for a brunch-hour seat at Grace’s Table stretched to half an […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qTo0PI via IFTTT Zennie62

Former Staten Islander Scott Simonson signed to Oakland Raiders practice squad – Staten Island Advance – SILive.com

Former Staten Islander Scott Simonson signed to Oakland Raiders practice squadStaten Island Advance – SILive.comScott Simonson, the former Prince’s Bay resident who signed with the Oakland Raiders as a free-agent tight end last spring, has joined the NFL team’s 10-man practice squad. The 6-foot-5, 255-pound Simonson, who played at Division II Assumption College … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qTnZv1 via IFTTT Zennie62

Bears Outlast Air Force In Five Sets – Cal Athletics

Bears Outlast Air Force In Five SetsCal AthleticsCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Freshman outside hitter Ashten Smith-Gooden had 17 kills and three blocks and junior middle blocker Lillian Schonewise added 14 kills and eight blocks as the Cal Volleyball team outlasted Air Force 25-22, 18-25, 19-25, … and more …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qhPZML via IFTTT Zennie62

Crowded field a challenge for Oakland mayor, voters – SFGate

SFGateA community organizer who loves Tequila and motorcycles. A Navy veteran who was a spokesman for Occupy Oakland. A gun-toting Army vet who wants everyone to carry guns. Meet some of the 14 people challenging Oakland Mayor Jean Quan for her seat … …read more Source:: Bryan Parker Oakland Mayor News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vC8oqN via IFTTT

Oakland: Police investigating fatal shooting at Coliseum Way flea market – Contra Costa Times

Contra Costa TimesPolice tried to stop the man because he was thought to be linked to a violent home invasion robbery where a resident was pistol whipped in East Oakland in July. He failed to stop and was fatally shot by a deputy. That case remains under investigation.Oakland police car hits, critically injures manKTVU San […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vC8lvc via IFTTT

Awful August: Can’t Blame Starters – Swingin’ A’s

Swingin’ A’sNo one is more glad to see the brutal month of August over and the calendar flip to September than Oakland A’s fans. The month of August marks the A’s first losing month on over two years, going 12-17. In less than a month, the Athletics have lost 9 …Oakland Athletics – PlayerWatchReutersAngels beat […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qTo0PM via IFTTT

In battered downtown, natives and visitors seek normalcy – Napa Valley Register

In battered downtown, natives and visitors seek normalcyNapa Valley RegisterA week after the Bay Area’s strongest quake in a quarter century, the city’s heart was a mix of the dormant and the still-vibrant, often side by side or face to face. … The wait for a brunch-hour seat at Grace’s Table stretched to half an […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qTo0PI via IFTTT

Former Staten Islander Scott Simonson signed to Oakland Raiders practice squad – Staten Island Advance – SILive.com

Former Staten Islander Scott Simonson signed to Oakland Raiders practice squadStaten Island Advance – SILive.comScott Simonson, the former Prince’s Bay resident who signed with the Oakland Raiders as a free-agent tight end last spring, has joined the NFL team’s 10-man practice squad. The 6-foot-5, 255-pound Simonson, who played at Division II Assumption College … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qTnZv1 via IFTTT

Bears Outlast Air Force In Five Sets – Cal Athletics

Bears Outlast Air Force In Five SetsCal AthleticsCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Freshman outside hitter Ashten Smith-Gooden had 17 kills and three blocks and junior middle blocker Lillian Schonewise added 14 kills and eight blocks as the Cal Volleyball team outlasted Air Force 25-22, 18-25, 19-25, … and more …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qhPZML via IFTTT

Rebecca Kaplan Saved The Oakland As For Oakland She Says

Rebecca Kaplan Saved The Oakland As For Oakland She Says At the Thursday, August 28th, Alameda Democratic Party Forum featuring 8 of the 15 Oakland Mayor’s Race candidates and ran by Oakland’s former Mayor Elihu Harris, Oakland Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan (At-Large) stood up and made the claim that she saved the Oakland A’s for Oakland. […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ui67NM via IFTTT

Rebecca Kaplan Saved The Oakland As For Oakland She Says

Rebecca Kaplan Saved The Oakland As For Oakland She Says At the Thursday, August 28th, Alameda Democratic Party Forum featuring 8 of the 15 Oakland Mayor’s Race candidates and ran by Oakland’s former Mayor Elihu Harris, Oakland Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan (At-Large) stood up and made the claim that she saved the Oakland A’s for Oakland. […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ui67NM via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland Raiders sign Seattle Seahawks castoff – San Jose Mercury News

San Jose Mercury NewsALAMEDA _ The Raiders claimed defensive end Benson Mayowa off waivers from the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday as they began tinkering with their 53-man roster. Mayowa (6-foot-3, 252 pounds) played in two games with the Seahawks last season after …Raiders claim DE Mayowa from SeattleESPN (blog)Report: Raiders awarded Benson Mayowa on waivers […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lDmWDt via IFTTT

Los Angeles Angels trounce Oakland Athletics 8-1 to complete 4-game sweep – abc7news.com

abc7news.comMike Trout hit his career-high 31st homer and drove in three runs, Matt Shoemaker pitched seven shutout innings of five-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels completed a masterful four-game sweep of the Oakland Athletics with an 8-1 victory Sunday.Why Oakland A’s dropped protest against AngelsSan Jose Mercury NewsOakland Athletics (78-57) at LA Angels of […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ui67NC via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland offers up a different flavor of pride – SFGate

SFGateThe event was big enough to attract a small army of politicians, from Oakland Mayor Jean Quan to members of the BART board. And its appeal extended well beyond the LGBTQ community. “We want to expose our kids to the rich diversity of culture in the Bay … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q0mtLH via IFTTT Zennie62

Cal Powers to 5-0 Shutout of Portland State – Cal Athletics

Cal Powers to 5-0 Shutout of Portland StateCal AthleticsSAN FRANCISCO – No. 21/13 California used four second-half goals to run away with a 5-0 victory over the Portland State Vikings Sunday afternoon on Negoesco Field at the University of San Francisco Tournament. The Bears improve to 4-0 with their … …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q0muiF via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland Athletics: Can they comeback from their August slide and win the West … – Call to the Pen

Oakland Athletics: Can they comeback from their August slide and win the West …Call to the PenIt’s been 14 straight months of regular season baseball since the Oakland Athletics have had a losing record. That streak ended Saturday night as they lost their third straight game to the Los Angeles Angels. Even if they win […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q0mtv5 via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland Raiders sign Seattle Seahawks castoff – San Jose Mercury News

San Jose Mercury NewsALAMEDA _ The Raiders claimed defensive end Benson Mayowa off waivers from the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday as they began tinkering with their 53-man roster. Mayowa (6-foot-3, 252 pounds) played in two games with the Seahawks last season after …Raiders claim DE Mayowa from SeattleESPN (blog)Report: Raiders awarded Benson Mayowa on waivers […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lDmWDt via IFTTT Zennie62

Los Angeles Angels trounce Oakland Athletics 8-1 to complete 4-game sweep – abc7news.com

abc7news.comMike Trout hit his career-high 31st homer and drove in three runs, Matt Shoemaker pitched seven shutout innings of five-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels completed a masterful four-game sweep of the Oakland Athletics with an 8-1 victory Sunday.Why Oakland A’s dropped protest against AngelsSan Jose Mercury NewsOakland Athletics (78-57) at LA Angels of […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ui67NC via IFTTT

Oakland offers up a different flavor of pride – SFGate

SFGateThe event was big enough to attract a small army of politicians, from Oakland Mayor Jean Quan to members of the BART board. And its appeal extended well beyond the LGBTQ community. “We want to expose our kids to the rich diversity of culture in the Bay … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q0mtLH via IFTTT

Cal Powers to 5-0 Shutout of Portland State – Cal Athletics

Cal Powers to 5-0 Shutout of Portland StateCal AthleticsSAN FRANCISCO – No. 21/13 California used four second-half goals to run away with a 5-0 victory over the Portland State Vikings Sunday afternoon on Negoesco Field at the University of San Francisco Tournament. The Bears improve to 4-0 with their … …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q0muiF via IFTTT

Oakland Athletics: Can they comeback from their August slide and win the West … – Call to the Pen

Oakland Athletics: Can they comeback from their August slide and win the West …Call to the PenIt’s been 14 straight months of regular season baseball since the Oakland Athletics have had a losing record. That streak ended Saturday night as they lost their third straight game to the Los Angeles Angels. Even if they win […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1q0mtv5 via IFTTT

Rebecca Kaplan Saved The Oakland As For Oakland She Says

Rebecca Kaplan Saved The Oakland As For Oakland She Says At the Thursday, August 28th, Alameda Democratic Party Forum featuring 8 of the 15 Oakland Mayor's Race candidates and ran by Oakland's former Mayor Elihu Harris, Oakland Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan (At-Large) stood up and made the claim that she saved the Oakland A's for Oakland. What she was referring to was the details that led to the new 10-year lease between the Oakland Athletics Baseball Team, and the Oakland-Alameda County Joint Powers Authority, on which she sits. Kaplan has said to this blogger before that, right when the Mayor of Oakland objected to the original lease deal, she called Oakland A's Owner Lew Wolff to inform him that it would all be worked out, and to work out some of the kinks in the negotiating process. At the forum, Councilmember Kaplan doubled down on her statement, and got eyebrows to raise among the panelists, and extra air taken in by the attendees. Afterwards, I asked Kaplan about

Golden State Warriors rumors: Warriors need to get into the paint more often – FanSided

FanSidedDecember 3, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30, left) and shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) celebrate during the fourth quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Raptors … and more …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qYGNg5 via IFTTT

Calif. Gov. Brown appeals judge’s ruling that struck down teacher tenure – Fox News

Fox NewsCalifornia Democratic Gov. Jerry Brown is appealing a recent state judge’s ruling that ends tenure and other union protections for public school teachers. The appeal was filed late Friday and argues that Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Rulf … …read more Source:: California Governor Jerry Brown News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qYGMJ9 via IFTTT

Sonny Dykes postgame ESPN interview with Jessica Mendoza at Northwestern – Cal Athletics

Sonny Dykes postgame ESPN interview with Jessica Mendoza at NorthwesternCal Athletics“I wanted to go into this game and find out where we were and how far we’ve come. We did not scrimmage a lot of our first-team guys. They had gotten like a dozen or maybe twenty snaps. We scrimmaged some of our backup guys, […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1u2MpGq via IFTTT

A’s close to trade for Adam Dunn – ESPN

ESPNBecause of a no-trade clause, Dunn has the power to pick which team he wants to finish this season with, and clearly, Oakland is a team with great need right now. The Athletics lead the majors in runs scored, but rank only 20th in runs in August …Rosenthal: A’s are front-runners to acquire Adam DunnFOXSports.comGiants, […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1u2MslA via IFTTT Zennie62

California Governor Jerry Brown Lauds Passage Of ‘Historic’ Sick Leave Bill – International Business Times

International Business Times(Reuters) — A bill to grant California workers mandatory sick leave that passed the state Legislature Saturday appeared poised to become law after Gov. Jerry Brown lauded it as a historic achievement. The measure would require employers to provide at …Historic California groundwater regulations head to Gov. Jerry BrownSacramento BeeTripled California Film-TV tax […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qYGQst via IFTTT Zennie62

Kansas City Chiefs roster is 3rd youngest, Oakland Raiders the oldest – Arrowhead Pride (blog)

Kansas City Chiefs roster is 3rd youngest, Oakland Raiders the oldestArrowhead Pride (blog)… annually in rebuilding years, are the two youngest teams. Meanwhile, the Raiders are the oldest. Even after purging all those bad contracts, the Raiders are still really old. If it weren’t the Raiders I would feel sad for them. Small_arrowheadpride … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1u2Mqu3 via IFTTT Zennie62

Former Staten Islander Scott Simonson cut by Oakland Raiders – Staten Island Advance – SILive.com

Former Staten Islander Scott Simonson cut by Oakland RaidersStaten Island Advance – SILive.comFormer Prince’s Bay resident Scott Simonson was among the final casualties when the Grim Reaper whittled down the Oakland Raiders‘ roster to the league-imposed 53 players Saturday. The 6-foot-5, 255-pound tight end, who played his college ball at … …read more Source:: Oakland […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qYGNNa via IFTTT Zennie62

Golden State Warriors rumors: Warriors need to get into the paint more often – FanSided

FanSidedDecember 3, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry (30, left) and shooting guard Klay Thompson (11) celebrate during the fourth quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Raptors … and more …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qYGNg5 via IFTTT Zennie62

Calif. Gov. Brown appeals judge’s ruling that struck down teacher tenure – Fox News

Fox NewsCalifornia Democratic Gov. Jerry Brown is appealing a recent state judge’s ruling that ends tenure and other union protections for public school teachers. The appeal was filed late Friday and argues that Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Rulf … …read more Source:: California Governor Jerry Brown News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qYGMJ9 via IFTTT Zennie62

Sonny Dykes postgame ESPN interview with Jessica Mendoza at Northwestern – Cal Athletics

Sonny Dykes postgame ESPN interview with Jessica Mendoza at NorthwesternCal Athletics“I wanted to go into this game and find out where we were and how far we’ve come. We did not scrimmage a lot of our first-team guys. They had gotten like a dozen or maybe twenty snaps. We scrimmaged some of our backup guys, […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1u2MpGq via IFTTT Zennie62

Klay Thompson’s Perfect Role With Team USA – Hoops Habit

Hoops HabitYes, Golden State Warriors fans. For about the 10,000th this summer, we’re going to talk about Klay Thompson. But unlike all those other times before when we were either shaking our heads about the Dubs not trading him for Kevin Love or defending the …Warriors Confident They Can Contend for A Title Next SeasonGolden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lqAj9C via IFTTT

Klay Thompson’s Perfect Role With Team USA – Hoops Habit

Hoops HabitYes, Golden State Warriors fans. For about the 10,000th this summer, we’re going to talk about Klay Thompson. But unlike all those other times before when we were either shaking our heads about the Dubs not trading him for Kevin Love or defending the …Warriors Confident They Can Contend for A Title Next SeasonGolden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lqAj9C via IFTTT Zennie62

Bear in Heaven will perform Wednesday at the Independent in San Francisco … – SFGate

SFGateBazaar Café Tues.: Jeff Pehrson. 7 p.m. Wed.: Jeremy Hatch. 7 p.m. Thurs.: Open Mike. 7 p.m. Fri.: The Kim and Cal Duo. 7 p.m. Sat.: Bob Hillman. 7 p.m. 5927 California St., S.F. (415) 831-5620. www.bazaarcafe.com. Biscuits and Blues Today: Kevin Russell. …read more Source:: Oakland Fox Theater News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vzVR7e via IFTTT Zennie62

Cal vs. Northwestern: Golden Bears kick off 2014 with victory – California Golden Blogs (blog)

Cal vs. Northwestern: Golden Bears kick off 2014 with victoryCalifornia Golden Blogs (blog)California Golden Blogs, a California Golden Bears community. Home · Fanposts · Fanshots · Sections · California Golden Bears Football · Full Archive. Library. California Golden Blogs Hall Of Fame · Golden Bears · Stories · Schedule · Roster · Stats … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qghJ4n via IFTTT Zennie62

Recap: LA Angels vs. Oakland – Sacramento Bee

Recap: LA Angels vs. OaklandSacramento BeeAnaheim, CA (SportsNetwork.com) – Jeff Samardzija threw his second complete game for the Athletics and they still lost more ground to the Angels in the AL West. Erick Aybar had two hits, including an RBI single in a two-run fourth inning that was good … …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qghGWf via IFTTT Zennie62

Samardzija Dominates Angels, Kinda – Swingin’ A’s

Samardzija Dominates Angels, KindaSwingin’ A’sIf you’re keeping track at home, it has now been 22 innings since the Oakland Athletics have scored a run. You read that correctly, 22 innings. In the past four games, the A’s have had bases loaded five times and have failed to bring a single runner … …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qghGFD via IFTTT Zennie62

Bear in Heaven will perform Wednesday at the Independent in San Francisco … – SFGate

SFGateBazaar Café Tues.: Jeff Pehrson. 7 p.m. Wed.: Jeremy Hatch. 7 p.m. Thurs.: Open Mike. 7 p.m. Fri.: The Kim and Cal Duo. 7 p.m. Sat.: Bob Hillman. 7 p.m. 5927 California St., S.F. (415) 831-5620. www.bazaarcafe.com. Biscuits and Blues Today: Kevin Russell. …read more Source:: Oakland Fox Theater News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vzVR7e via IFTTT

Cal vs. Northwestern: Golden Bears kick off 2014 with victory – California Golden Blogs (blog)

Cal vs. Northwestern: Golden Bears kick off 2014 with victoryCalifornia Golden Blogs (blog)California Golden Blogs, a California Golden Bears community. Home · Fanposts · Fanshots · Sections · California Golden Bears Football · Full Archive. Library. California Golden Blogs Hall Of Fame · Golden Bears · Stories · Schedule · Roster · Stats … and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qghJ4n via IFTTT

Recap: LA Angels vs. Oakland – Sacramento Bee

Recap: LA Angels vs. OaklandSacramento BeeAnaheim, CA (SportsNetwork.com) – Jeff Samardzija threw his second complete game for the Athletics and they still lost more ground to the Angels in the AL West. Erick Aybar had two hits, including an RBI single in a two-run fourth inning that was good … …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qghGWf via IFTTT

Samardzija Dominates Angels, Kinda – Swingin’ A’s

Samardzija Dominates Angels, KindaSwingin’ A’sIf you’re keeping track at home, it has now been 22 innings since the Oakland Athletics have scored a run. You read that correctly, 22 innings. In the past four games, the A’s have had bases loaded five times and have failed to bring a single runner … …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qghGFD via IFTTT

Celebrate the American worker with more progressive pay laws – San Francisco Examiner

San Francisco ExaminerIn San Francisco and Oakland, for example, voters will consider ballot measures in November to increase the local minimum wage. … Many workers without paid sick days, unfortunately, work for restaurants. … In the Bay Area, we have an idea. This is … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qRrxxR via IFTTT

Game Thread #135: Oakland Athletics at Los Angeles Angels (3) – Athletics Nation

Athletics NationGame Thread #135: Oakland Athletics at Los Angeles Angels (3). By Jeremy F. Koo  @jfkooAN on Aug 30 2014, 8:41p 226 ·  Tweet Share on Twitter Share Share on Facebook  Share Share with Athletics friends 226 Comments. It’s still 2-0 Angels after …Series Preview: Oakland AthleticsHalo’s Heaven all 521 news articles […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ndtm7q via IFTTT

Cal Freshmen Help Canada Reach Championship Match – Cal Athletics

Cal Freshmen Help Canada Reach Championship MatchCal AthleticsMADRID, Spain – Incoming Cal freshman Kindred Paul scored two goals and fellow freshman Emma Wright added another as Canada advanced to the championship match of the FINA World Women’s Youth Water Polo Championships with a 10-9 victory … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lprfSj via IFTTT

Coco Crisp not in lineup, other A’s injury updates – SFGate (blog)

Coco Crisp not in lineup, other A’s injury updatesSFGate (blog)John Jaso, though, is feeling much better after a week on the concussion DL, and he might do some baseball activity this coming week in Oakland. You’d have to imagine he won’t get back behind the plate this season, given his concussion issues this year …Crisp […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ndtlQN via IFTTT

Game Thread #135: Oakland Athletics at Los Angeles Angels (3) – Athletics Nation

Athletics NationGame Thread #135: Oakland Athletics at Los Angeles Angels (3). By Jeremy F. Koo  @jfkooAN on Aug 30 2014, 8:41p 226 ·  Tweet Share on Twitter Share Share on Facebook  Share Share with Athletics friends 226 Comments. It’s still 2-0 Angels after …Series Preview: Oakland AthleticsHalo’s Heaven all 521 news articles […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ndtm7q via IFTTT Zennie62

Cal Freshmen Help Canada Reach Championship Match – Cal Athletics

Cal Freshmen Help Canada Reach Championship MatchCal AthleticsMADRID, Spain – Incoming Cal freshman Kindred Paul scored two goals and fellow freshman Emma Wright added another as Canada advanced to the championship match of the FINA World Women’s Youth Water Polo Championships with a 10-9 victory … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lprfSj via IFTTT Zennie62

Coco Crisp not in lineup, other A’s injury updates – SFGate (blog)

Coco Crisp not in lineup, other A’s injury updatesSFGate (blog)John Jaso, though, is feeling much better after a week on the concussion DL, and he might do some baseball activity this coming week in Oakland. You’d have to imagine he won’t get back behind the plate this season, given his concussion issues this year …Crisp […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ndtlQN via IFTTT Zennie62

Celebrate the American worker with more progressive pay laws – San Francisco Examiner

San Francisco ExaminerIn San Francisco and Oakland, for example, voters will consider ballot measures in November to increase the local minimum wage. … Many workers without paid sick days, unfortunately, work for restaurants. … In the Bay Area, we have an idea. This is … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qRrxxR via IFTTT Zennie62

Raiders as oldest team: Good thing or bad? – ESPN (blog)

Raiders as oldest team: Good thing or bad?ESPN (blog)However, the Raiders added several older players to help this team win now. If it works, then it’s its worth the increased age. Yet, if the Raiders fail to take the next step this season, the infusion of age will hurt because they will have to restart […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9F6p via IFTTT

California GOP Challenger Neel Kashkari Tries Novel Tactics Against Gov. Jerry … – CBS Local

CBS LocalGov. Jerry Brown has amassed nearly $23 million and is expected to cruise to re-election after a string of legislative and budget wins. Republican Neel Kashkari, a former U.S. Treasury official, is fighting for attention and taking an unconventional …GOP challenger tries novel tactics against BrownKRNV My News 4 all 18 news articles …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E2j via IFTTT

SF businesses, tech not blocking minimum-wage increases – SFGate

SF businesses, tech not blocking minimum-wage increasesSFGateFor all of the talk about the tech boom fueling the Bay Area’s increasing income disparity, business groups and technology companies aren’t doing much to stand in the way of proposals to increase the minimum wage. Large tech companies, whose workers … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E2f via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders cut-down analysis – ESPN (blog)

ESPN (blog)Most significant moves: Safety Brandian Ross was a surprise cut. He started 13 games last season and he had 75 tackles. The Oakland Raiders re-signed him in May. He was expected to be a key backup this year. The Ross cut meant seventh-round pick …Little headlines Raiders‘ roster purgeFresno BeeRaiders cut Little, Ross to […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E2c via IFTTT

California Governor Appeals Court Ruling Overturning Protections for Teachers – New York Times

New York TimesLOS ANGELES — Wading into an intense national battle that has pitted teacher unions against a movement to weaken tenure protections, Gov. Jerry Brown has appealed a California judge’s sweeping ruling that threw out teacher job protection laws on the …Gov. Brown at crossroads on teacher tenure appealU-T San DiegoCalifornia appeals teacher tenure […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E26 via IFTTT

Raiders as oldest team: Good thing or bad? – ESPN (blog)

Raiders as oldest team: Good thing or bad?ESPN (blog)However, the Raiders added several older players to help this team win now. If it works, then it’s its worth the increased age. Yet, if the Raiders fail to take the next step this season, the infusion of age will hurt because they will have to restart […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9F6p via IFTTT Zennie62

California GOP Challenger Neel Kashkari Tries Novel Tactics Against Gov. Jerry … – CBS Local

CBS LocalGov. Jerry Brown has amassed nearly $23 million and is expected to cruise to re-election after a string of legislative and budget wins. Republican Neel Kashkari, a former U.S. Treasury official, is fighting for attention and taking an unconventional …GOP challenger tries novel tactics against BrownKRNV My News 4 all 18 news articles …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E2j via IFTTT Zennie62

SF businesses, tech not blocking minimum-wage increases – SFGate

SF businesses, tech not blocking minimum-wage increasesSFGateFor all of the talk about the tech boom fueling the Bay Area’s increasing income disparity, business groups and technology companies aren’t doing much to stand in the way of proposals to increase the minimum wage. Large tech companies, whose workers … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E2f via IFTTT Zennie62

Oakland Raiders cut-down analysis – ESPN (blog)

ESPN (blog)Most significant moves: Safety Brandian Ross was a surprise cut. He started 13 games last season and he had 75 tackles. The Oakland Raiders re-signed him in May. He was expected to be a key backup this year. The Ross cut meant seventh-round pick …Little headlines Raiders‘ roster purgeFresno BeeRaiders cut Little, Ross to […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E2c via IFTTT Zennie62

California Governor Appeals Court Ruling Overturning Protections for Teachers – New York Times

New York TimesLOS ANGELES — Wading into an intense national battle that has pitted teacher unions against a movement to weaken tenure protections, Gov. Jerry Brown has appealed a California judge’s sweeping ruling that threw out teacher job protection laws on the …Gov. Brown at crossroads on teacher tenure appealU-T San DiegoCalifornia appeals teacher tenure […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1qR9E26 via IFTTT Zennie62

Cal Opens Cross Country Season In San Francisco – Cal Athletics

Cal Opens Cross Country Season In San FranciscoCal AthleticsSAN FRANCISCO – The California men’s and women’s cross country teams both enjoyed impressive starts to the season on Saturday morning at the University of San Francisco Invitational at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The Golden Bear men won the … …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vyz0sB via IFTTT

California News Digest – KMPH Fox 26

California News DigestKMPH Fox 26It would make California the first state to let family members and law enforcement officers petition a judge for a temporary restraining order to prevent someone from possessing a firearm when they appear to pose a threat. By Fenit Nirappil. … Even … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Fox Theater […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vyz1Nn via IFTTT

California Gov. Jerry Brown appeals teacher tenure ruling – Washington Times

Washington TimesFILE – This July 28, 2014, file photo shows California Governor Jerry Brown as he speaks during a joint press conference with Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs Jose Antonio Meade in Mexico City. Becoming a governor can take years of … more >.California Gov. Jerry Brown files appeal over teacher tenure rulingFox NewsGov. Jerry […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1vyz1Ng via IFTTT

California governor lauds passage of ‘historic’ sick leave bill – Yahoo News

Yahoo News(Reuters) – A measure to grant California workers mandatory sick leave that passed the state legislature early on Saturday appeared poised to become law after Governor Jerry Brown lauded it as a historic achievement. The bill would require employers to …California lawmakers pass paid sick leave billNews10.netBill passes granting California workers paid sick days89.3 […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1B5YzSa via IFTTT

California marijuana market poised to explode – The Willits News

California marijuana market poised to explodeThe Willits NewsBy Peterson’s estimate, the overall legal Bay Area pot market is roughly equal in size to Colorado’s, which analysts predict will be about $253 million this year. Even though California’s current medical-marijuana industry is riddled with conflicting … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1CemJLG via IFTTT

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California News Digest – KMPH Fox 26

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California Gov. Jerry Brown appeals teacher tenure ruling – Washington Times

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OUSD addresses bus system after special-ed students are left stranded – KTVU San Francisco

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California marijuana market poised to explode – San Jose Mercury News

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Historic California groundwater regulation heads to Jerry Brown – Sacramento Bee

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OUSD addresses bus system after special-ed students are left stranded – KTVU San Francisco

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Groundwater regulations headed to Gov. Jerry Brown – The San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Man shot in East Oakland attempted robbery – Contra Costa Times

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August 30 is Black Restaurant Day in the Bay Area – SFGate (blog)

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Rosamunde coming to Oakland’s Temescal – SFGate (blog)

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Groundwater regulations headed to Gov. Jerry Brown – MiamiHerald.com

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August 30 is Black Restaurant Day in the Bay Area – SFGate (blog)

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Rosamunde coming to Oakland’s Temescal – SFGate (blog)

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Back In Camp: Cross Country – Cal Athletics

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Will Oakland Noose Investigation Yield A Suspect?

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Oakland Raiders’ projected roster – ESPN (blog)

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Sheila E. to perform at Oakland Pride Sunday – Contra Costa Times

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Oakland Raiders’ projected roster – ESPN (blog)

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Man shot in East Oakland attempted robbery – The Argus

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Man shot in East Oakland attempted robbery – The Argus

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Bleacher ReportBrazil guard Leandro Barbosa has reached an agreement to sign with the Golden State Warriors for the upcoming season, ESPN.com has learned. With the Miami Heat also in pursuit, Golden State has secured a commitment from Barbosa on a one-year deal … …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1wKDVIL via IFTTT Zennie62

Bites: Bay Grape, Building 43, Communitē Table, more – Berkeleyside

Bites: Bay Grape, Building 43, Communitē Table, moreBerkeleysideSee the full summer menu on the company website. LeProhn has an on-sale beer and wine license pending with the state. Communitē Table is set to open at 4171 MacArthur Blvd. in Oakland. Connect with the restaurant on its website, Facebook or on Twitter … …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1wKDVIu via IFTTT Zennie62

Series Preview: Oakland Athletics – Halo’s Heaven

Series Preview: Oakland AthleticsHalo’s HeavenAnother American League West showdown starts tonight in Anaheim as the Angels (79-53) host the Athletics (78-54) with a one game lead in the division.  Tweet Share on Twitter Share Share on Facebook  Share Share with Angels friends + Comments.Game Thread #132: Oakland Athletics at Houston Astros (4)Athletics Nation […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1sLs071 via IFTTT