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Oakland Raiders Free Agency Contract Preview: SafetiesJust Blog Baby (blog)Projecting the Oakland Raiders interest in the 2016 Free Agent safeties and their potential contracts. Safety is perhaps the most talent deficient position in the NFL and we are starting to see the massive explosion of salaries being to paid to veteran …and more …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JSX4iX via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders Fans Are Thugs, Criminals, And All Around Scary PeopleGolden Gate SportsThe Oakland Raiders are one of the most storied franchises in all of pro sports and their fans – the Raider Nation – is one of the most infamous. Face paint, spiked shoulder pads, Darth Vader costumes, a variety of scary masks, and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/20ASlGQ via IFTTT

Children Mourn Beloved Elementary School Principal Who Saved Students in Bus CrashKTIC“What she did that afternoon was a heroic act, but Tuesday didn’t make principal Jordan a hero,” Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett said according to WRTV. “She had been a hero long before Tuesday.” Jordan’s daughter, Lisa Jankowski said, “My mom had a …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JSX1Uz via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders have a new home waiting for them in Levi’s StadiumUSA TODAYHe has steadfastly rejected the possibility of Levi’s Stadium and instead hoped to build a separate stadium in Oakland. After not making progress there, he joined forces with the San Diego Chargers to pursue a $1.7 billion shared stadium in Carson, a …Sheldon […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m7uajz via IFTTT

It’s better than kitsch: Oakland Museum’s white elephant saleSFGateFor the shopper whose taste runs toward mohair lap blankets with images of St. Bernard heads woven in, or to the complete works of John Quincy Adams (Vols. 1-7), or to goose-shaped leather wine flasks, Oakland was the place to be on Sunday. Thousands … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1QRq3Fd via IFTTT

UC Berkeley-led consortium receives grant to research nuclear energy, securityDaily CalifornianA UC Berkeley-led consortium of eight universities will reinvigorate the phrase “knowledge is power” after receiving a $25 million grant to research nuclear energy and security, intended to attract young scholars to the field. The U.S. Department of …and more …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m7ubnM via IFTTT

Recounting Berkeley Heights Blizzard by NumbersTAPinto.netBERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – Town officials are calling the blizzard that hit Mountainside with force last weekend an “historic” storm. Here are some of the numbers that illustrate its impact: 16 — workers were brought in Friday, Jan. 22 at 9 p.m. and … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1QRq3F7 via IFTTT

MRI results ‘inconclusive’ for Golden State Warriors centerFOXSports.comThe Golden State Warriors are one of the best and deepest teams in the NBA, but take out any one of their main contributors and their championship chances will take a hit. Backup center Festus Ezeli isn’t one of Golden State’s four best players, but he …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m7ua3h via IFTTT

Oakland’s making a big promise to its studentsSan Francisco Chronicle“Just providing scholarships doesn’t do it,” said David Silver, director of education for Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf. “Scholarships are just one piece of it, especially for lower-income students who need mentors and guidance to help navigate their … …read more From:: Libby Schaaf Oakland News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiYCD0 via IFTTT

Berkeley: Bike Share comes to the East BayContra Costa TimesWorthington said he is excited about the program but disheartened at Berkeley’s lack of safe bicycle routes. Pointing to Oakland and Emeryville’s green bike priority lanes, Worthington said, “We used to be on the cutting edge. We need dedicated bike …and more …read more From:: Berkeley […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UzPpGL via IFTTT

Oakland Mills wrestling overpowers River Hill, Long ReachBaltimore SunIt had been two weeks or longer since Oakland Mills or River Hill stepped on the mat for a real competition. Heading into a match between the last two county champions at Long Reach on Jan. 30, both the Scorpions and Hawks seemed anxious to battle it […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiYCCW via IFTTT

Photos: Oregon Club Hockey falls to Cal 6-2.Oregon Daily EmeraldOregon forward Nick Sciabarra (9) escapes on a breakaway with the puck as he is pursued by California defenseman Alex Pelletier (9). The Oregon Ducks face the California Golden Bears at the Lane County Ice Center in Eugene, Ore. on Jan. 30 2016.and more …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1QPC3ar via IFTTT

Cal Finishes Third At Arizona IntercollegiateCal AthleticsThe third-place showing marked the sixth time in six events in 2015-16 that the Golden Bears have finished in the top three, while Collin Morikawa (71-70-68 – 209, -3) placed fourth for the top finish by a Cal player in 2015-16 and the best of the …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiQand via IFTTT

The Golden State Warriors aren’t perfect, and the Sixers are the latest proofWashington PostPHILADELPHIA — The Golden State Warriors couldn’t have executed the final 22.3 seconds of Saturday night’s 108-105 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers any better than they did. The Warriors played a picture-perfect game of tic-tac-toe with the ball …Warriors beat the Sixers […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiQbHK via IFTTT

Golden State Warriors beat Philadelphia 76ers 108-105 in NBA basketballSan Jose Mercury News media centerThe Golden State Warriors (43-4) beat the Philadelphia 76ers with a narrow 108-105 victory in an NBA basketball game at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pa., on Saturday, January 30, 2016. Klay Thompson scored 32 points and Stephen Curry had […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UzBH6P via IFTTT

Job Fair, Tech Training Programs Aim to Boost Silicon Valley DiversityRe/codeOn Saturday, 130 people graduated from Year Up Bay Area, the local arm of a program that gives tech training to at-risk young adults and then places them in internships at companies including Yelp, Google, Salesforce, eBay and Facebook. … he was … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiQbHI via IFTTT

Male arrested after gun incident in West OaklandPittsburgh Post-GazetteA male was arrested following an incident with a gun in West Oakland Saturday afternoon, a spokesman with Carlow University said. Spokesman Drew Wilson said a Carlow police officer was on patrol when the officer heard four gunshots and saw the male …and more …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiQan8 via IFTTT

Can the Oakland Raiders move to Las Vegas? There’s no rule that says noFOXSports.comOakland Raiders owner Mark Davis paid a visit to Sin City on Friday for a meeting with Sheldon Adelson, the CEO of the Las Vegas Sands Corporation. Adelson hopes to build a domed stadium to house UNLV football. Davis went out to […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UzBEYz via IFTTT

Why the Oakland Raiders should find a top running back in 2016Just Blog Baby (blog)After what seemed like a decade of hoping Darren McFadden would live up to his potential as a top draft pick, the Oakland Raiders decided to fully embrace Latavius Murray in 2015. A talented and young running back who had a […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KiQbHG via IFTTT

Berkeley County hears reports on drug courtHerald-Mail MediaOf the 22 people who have qualified for adult drug court in Berkeley County since the program started last year, half of them “flat out declined” to participate, Berkeley County Prosecuting Attorney Pamela Games-Neely told Berkeley County Council …and more …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/20eTs22 via IFTTT

Why I (Also) Hate the Golden State WarriorsGolden Gate SportsJan 27, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) holds stands on the floor before inbounding the ball against the Dallas Mavericks in the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Mavericks 127-107.Column: It’s Time for Steve Kerr to Experiment […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/20eCPUe via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis has ‘great’ visit to Las VegasWSPA.com(KRON) – What moves to Vegas may stay in Vegas. Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis and the Las Vegas Sands chairman Sheldon Adelson had what they call a “great” visit Friday discussing a potential stadium deal. The billionaire owner of the Las Vegas …Raiders watchers […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m5PjLc via IFTTT

How to Draw a ‘Map of Every City’: Best #Cityreads of the WeekCityLabThis fall, I perused open houses in my native Bay Area. I visited parts of West Oakland, the Oakland Hills, and Temescal, as well as $3 million duplexes in San Francisco. In Noe Valley, positioned in the southern area of San Francisco and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/20eCPDM via IFTTT

The Huskies Feature The Nation’s Leading Scorer in Kelsey PlumCal AthleticsBrittany Boyd paced the Bears with 20 points and 10 rebounds to lead Cal past Washington in the 2015 Pac-12 Women’s Basketball Tournament quarterfinal. Boyd had help from Mercedes Jefflo, who chipped in 16 points, and Reshanda Gray, who added 13 …Cal women escape with […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PHFmLy via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders: McKenzie confident JDR will bring successJust Blog Baby (blog)Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie is confident that head coach Jack Del Rio will bring success to the franchise in 2016. Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie has had an extended stay as the first front office boss in the … …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Tu78kF via IFTTT

2016 Oakland SX | In & OutTransworld MotocrossThe 2016 Monster Energy Supercross Series continues on this weekend, with round four taking place at O.co Coliseum in Oakland, California. The rigors of racing are starting to take their toll on the competition, as this weekend’s event will be down a …#SXonFOX: Ryan Dungey looking for first-ever […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PHFmLu via IFTTT

Protesters march through city to demand justice for Mario WoodsSFGateHundreds of protesters marched through downtown San Francisco Saturday, using the spotlight of the day’s Super Bowl City opening festivities to showcase their chanted demand for “Justice for Mario Woods,” who was shot and killed by police Dec. 2.and more …read more From:: Libby Schaaf Oakland […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1OXU3g8 via IFTTT

Colorado Buffaloes vs. California Golden Bears – 1/31/16 College Basketball Pick, Odds, and PredictionSports Chat PlaceThe California Golden Bears will travel to play the Colorado Buffaloes in a Pac-12 game on Sunday. The Colorado Buffaloes are 16-5 (5-3) and are coming off of a win against Stanford by a score of 91-75. Colorado has won […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/20eyMax via IFTTT

Cafe Babette’s corner at BAMPFABerkeley Daily PlanetBART enacted a policy to have 20 percent affordable housing at future residential developments at its stations as it moved forward with a new development in East Oakland intended to have 100 percent affordable housing. The new ….. Perhaps the …and more …read more From:: Oakland Mayor Race News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JOIfOl via IFTTT

Father, son Warriors fans ‘fish’ for Steph Curry’s autographKGO-TVIt proves how cool Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry really is. The Warriors are in Philadelphia to play the 76ers and two fans were there who wanted Steph Curry’s autograph. They lowered two clipboards down on strings to where Steph was on the …Stephen Curry says […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UwZfZW via IFTTT

Could the Chargers stay in San Diego? What does that mean for the Raiders?San Jose Mercury NewsOakland Mayor Libby Schaaf said Friday there have been no formal stadium discussions with the Raiders since NFL owners earlier this month dashed the team’s immediate hopes of moving to Los Angeles, but added that she remained hopeful a […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ShS3DL via IFTTT

TED conference returns to UC BerkeleySacramento BeeThis year’s TEDxBerkeley convention, an event featuring the region’s top speakers and performers, will be held on the campus of UC Berkeley inside Zellerbach Hall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Saturday, Feb. 6. This year’s event is aimed at answering the … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JODynG via IFTTT

Raiders: Anywhere but Oakland? Search for new home extends to Las VegasKTVU San FranciscoOAKLAND, Calif. (KTVU) – The search for a new home for the Oakland Raiders continued Friday. A photo posted on the Las Vegas Sands Twitter account, shows Raiders owner Mark Davis with the casino company’s owner. This news didn’t sit well with […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Q0IUZR via IFTTT

Shotaro Ban And Collin Morikawa Tied For FourthCal AthleticsCal moved up two spots and shaved three strokes off the number the Bears trailed the Huskies by shooting five-under par during the second round prior to the suspension of play. The Bears shot an opening round eight-over par 292 and were tied for fourth … …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Q0ISRI via IFTTT

Boys basketball: Castro Valley beats BerkeleySan Jose Mercury NewsBERKELEY — The Castro Valley High boys basketball team stayed in the hunt for the West Alameda County Conference-Foothill Division by roaring back from a 14-point deficit for a 83-69 victory over host Berkeley. The Trojans (14-7, 2-1 WACC-Foothill … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JODy7p via IFTTT

Oakland completes sweep of Riverdale boysThe Daily News JournalMURFREESBORO — Riverdale had the second-half start it needed Friday night. It just didn’t sustain it long enough. Oakland’s boys pulled away late in the third quarter to complete a series sweep of their cross-town rival 53-40 at Johnny Parsley … …read more From:: Oakland CA News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Q0ISRD via IFTTT

Bears Snap Losing Streak With A 74-71 Triumph Over Washington StateCal AthleticsA pair of free throws by Anigwe and junior Courtney Range all but sealed it for the Bears, who fought hard for their second Pac-12 win in the 74-71 triumph over the Cougars in their return to Haas Pavilion. Cal improves to 11-9 overall […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Q0IUZN via IFTTT

Charge developers a fee to fund affordable housing in OaklandSan Francisco ChronicleOakland’s City Council is poised to adopt a housing impact fee to ensure that developers of market-rate housing contribute to a fund for affordable housing, as they do in San Francisco, Berkeley and San Jose. A city study shows that building new market … […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nEdRfP via IFTTT

Conflict could cost Oakland youth shelters $100000Contra Costa TimesEarlier this month, the Oakland City Council approved the board’s 2016 grant recommendations with the exception of $50,000 awards to Covenant House and DreamCatcher. Those were placed on hold pending the city attorney’s investigation, which was …and more …read more From:: Oakland City Council News From Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SPwGcx via IFTTT

New Bay Area restaurants: January 2016SFGateOne month into the new year and 2016 is already looking to be another busy one for restaurant openings around the Bay Area. From a nacho-centric eatery on the Peninsula from the founder and former CEO of Zappos to the first American outpost of a … …read more From:: Oakland […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m2xooD via IFTTT

Landmark designation another hurdle for Berkeley HondaBerkeleysideThe Berkeley City Council voted this week to review a decision by the city’s Landmarks Preservation Commission to protect the former Any Mountain and Berkeley Bowl location, where Berkeley Honda hopes to one day open, as a structure of merit. Council … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JNnp1Q via IFTTT

Warriors‘ Iguodala gets the most hilarious Happy Birthday treatmentFOXSports.comThe Golden State Warriors don’t need a reason to celebrate. They’re one of the best teams in NBA history, the defending champions and center of their sport. But give them a reason to celebrate — Andre Iguodala’s birthday, for example — and they will … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m2xqgc via IFTTT

‘Mayor’ of Hearst Pool builds sandwiches, communityUC BerkeleyBefore sunrise, swimmers begin arriving at UC Berkeley’s Hearst Pool for workouts, their fins, goggles and caps in tow. Like 67-year-old David Kessler, many are diehard swimmers conditioned to slip out of bed and into the cold water without much thought.and more …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1JNnr9X via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders Reportedly Exploring Move to Las VegasTheBlaze.com“The Sands leadership team let us know that officials from the Oakland Raiders are scheduled to travel to Las Vegas and tour locations around the valley for a potential new home,” Jessup wrote in the email. “They have asked us to meet them at our 42 …Oakland Raiders […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1m2xqg8 via IFTTT

Bears Pay Visit to Buffs Sunday AfternoonCal AthleticsCalifornia continues with its Mountain Time Zone road trip when the Golden Bears visit Colorado Sunday afternoon. The contest tips off from Boulder at 2 p.m. PT and will be broadcast on FOX Sports 1 and KGO 810 AM. Cal is coming off a 73-64 setback at …Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1P2PeQo via IFTTT

Oscar CervantesWarriors.comFurthermore, Andrew and I are passionate about family, friends and, of course, sports (Go Warriors!). We continue to grow our relationship in many ways, and as a result, I have never felt the need to hide any side of myself from him. When I first met … …read more From:: Golden State Warriors News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PKsUkd via IFTTT

19 UC Berkeley-affiliated individuals make 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30 listDaily CalifornianA parasite expert, Facebook privacy adviser and legal startup mogul are among 19 UC Berkeley-affiliated individuals to make the 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30 list, an amalgamation of 600 game-changing individuals hailing from 20 diverse fields. The fifth … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SNG9Ru via IFTTT

UC Berkeley, Stanford researchers develop perspiration-based sensor systemDaily CalifornianA team of researchers from UC Berkeley and Stanford University has created a perspiration-based sensor system that can provide information about the body. The system, as explained in the Wednesday issue of the scientific journal Nature, utilizes …Stanford-Berkeley device detects, analyzes changes in composition of sweat Stanford […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nsbwnH via IFTTT

Draymond Green, Klay Thompson join Steph Curry on All-Star teamESPNDraymond Green and Klay Thompson will be joining reigning MVP Stephen Curry to give the Golden State Warriors a trio of All-Stars for next month’s midseason NBA showcase in Toronto. The coaches’ choices for the reserves were announced Thursday on …Green, Thompson picked, giving Warriors 3 […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ns5Hqb via IFTTT

Timeline of moves in Oakland Raiders historyLas Vegas Review-JournalDec 24, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates with offensive guard Jon Feliciano (68) and guard Gabe Jackson (66) after a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the San Diego Chargers during an NFL football …and more …read more From:: Oakland Raiders […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SNudiF via IFTTT

East Oakland house destroyed by fireContra Costa TimesFirefighters were called at 1:59 p.m. to a fire at the one-story home on the 1200 block of 91st Ave., near the intersection of B Street. The house was fully engulfed in flames where firefighters arrived, officials said. The fire was brought under …and more …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SNudiA via IFTTT

Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf unveils plan to triple the number of college graduatesContra Costa Times“We are making this promise today, the Oakland Promise,” said Mayor Libby Schaaf, surrounded by an arch of colorful balloons. “It’s time to end the tyranny of low expectations. It’s time we break down the barriers to hope that have been […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PEkEft via IFTTT

Art Deco Landmark 140 New Montgomery Poised to Fetch $300 Million7×7… was built in 1925 by the great Timothy Pflueger, whose aesthetic famously graces such Bay Area landmarks as the Castro Theatre, Oakland’s crazy-gorgeous Paramount, and the San Francisco Stock Exchange (now home to City Club and an Equinox gym). …read more From:: Oakland Restaurants […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PEkEfp via IFTTT

Oakland mayor announces plan to triple Oakland college graduation rates with UC supportDaily CalifornianMore than 500 students, teachers and community members affiliated with the Oakland Unified School District gathered for the Oakland Promise initiative launch Thursday morning. Held inside a tent on the Jackie Jensen field at Oakland High School, the …Oakland Mayor launches program […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1P1kBec via IFTTT

EXCLUSIVE: Indiana truck driver recalls being shot in OaklandKGO-TVAn Indiana truck driver is recovering after being shot last month in Oakland. He had picked up a generator in Compton and planned to deliver it to the Oakland Coliseum, but he was turned away by security guards and then shot while he was sleeping in … […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nrRQjH via IFTTT

Golden State Warriors‘ Draymond Green finds out he’s an All-Star from mom on live TVFOXSports.comWhile being interviewed Thursday by Comcast SportsNet Bay Area, the versatile Golden State Warriors forward all of a sudden heard a familiar voice on the air. It was his mother, Mary Babers-Green, live from his hometown of Saginaw, Michigan, and she […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23xlwwT via IFTTT

What’s trending in the NFL: Raiders assessing Las Vegas; Browns owner discusses Johnny ManzielESPNSources: Raiders owner Mark Davis to scout potential stadium sites in Las Vegas (by Paul Gutierrez). Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning relaxed in talking HGH report, “last rodeo” comments (by Jeff Legwold). From Mike Sando’s ranking of the Super Bowl …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23xly7U via IFTTT

New performance guidelines proposed for Port of OaklandAmerican Journal of TransportationOakland, Calif. – Port of Oakland users want trucks to get in and out of its marine terminals in less time. That was the message from an Efficiency Task Force that met here this week. The group of cargo owners, terminal operators, labor representatives …and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1QHZja8 via IFTTT

Raiders‘ Sal Sunseri talks Alabama’s 2015 national title run, Amari Cooper’s mindset in OaklandAL.comFrom 2009-11, he led the Crimson Tide outside linebackers before leaving for the defensive coordinator job at Tennessee. He went to Florida State for two years after that. Now, Sunseri is beginning Year 2 as the Oakland Raiders‘ linebackers coach. …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RPz9Ub via IFTTT

On Her Road To Rio, Toni-Ann Williams Looks To Inspire A NationCal AthleticsThe Cal Athletics flagship magazine features long-form sports journalism at its finest and provides in-depth coverage of the scholar-athlete experience in Berkeley. Printed copies are mailed four times a year to Bear Backers who give annually at the … …read more From:: California […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nqV2fr via IFTTT

Warriors’ planned San Francisco arena to be named Chase CenterKGO-TV… that any announcement about the naming rights to an arena in Mission Bay is premature,” the group said. “The Mission Bay Alliance is concerned the arena will cause great harm to San Francisco by jeopardizing patient access to hospitals and risking …Chase Center: San Francisco’s […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RPxv4W via IFTTT

PG&E Announces $1 Million in College Scholarships in Support of Oakland Promise InitiativeBusiness Wire (press release)Today, we’re raising the bar for this entire community by setting out an expectation for our children’s futures and giving them the tools and the support to exceed those expectations,” said Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf. The scholarships will be awarded […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1RPxs9g via IFTTT

Free trees for East Oakland neighborhoodsContra Costa TimesKeep Oakland Beautiful and the Sierra Club Tree Team will oversee placement of the trees. Property owners in City Council districts 2, 5, 6, and 7 may apply for one or more free trees to be planted in an unfenced yard or beside the sidewalk. The …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/2076M8N via IFTTT

2nd suspect charged in teen’s slaying in OaklandSFGateA second suspect in the shooting death of a teen an Oakland councilwoman considered a grandson has been arrested and charged with murder, officials said Wednesday. On Friday, Alameda County District Attorney’s Office charged Shiheim Johnson, 19, …Second suspect charged in homicide of teen in West OaklandContra Costa […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ZUHyF6 via IFTTT

Oakland landmarks on the mendNorthJersey.comOakland — Plans to rejuvenate two houses with historic roots look forward to a future that treasures the past. The Van Allen House and Stream House, both located on a swath of property at the corner of Franklin Avenue and Route 202, have seen … …read more From:: Oakland CA News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PGPE4B via IFTTT

Raiders‘ defensive coordinator still can’t believe Khalil Mack is this goodFOXSports.com“(Mack) is an amazing player, and now the next phase is, can he handle the success? Can he handle everyone looking at him, saying he’s going to be the next Hall of Famer, and can he keep his level of play high?.” 0shares. NFL · […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TpdbXu via IFTTT

Brilliant California man files to trademark ‘San Antonio Raiders‘FOXSports.comThe Oakland Raiders will need to negotiate with a Fresno man if they want to move to San Antonio. That’s because Lane Blue, a 51-year-old freight broker and team season ticket holder, has filed a trademark application for the name “San Antonio Raiders.”. …read more From:: Oakland […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TpdbXq via IFTTT

Judge lets Berkeley require cell phone warningsSFGateOver industry objections, a federal judge has allowed Berkeley to start requiring cell phone retailers to tell customers that carrying switched-on phones too close to their bodies might violate federal radiation standards. The city’s ordinance had been … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1WP5GZO via IFTTT

Berkeley mayoral candidates speak in campus political science classDaily CalifornianCity Councilmembers Jesse Arreguin and Laurie Capitelli, who both filed their intent to run for Berkeley mayor, spoke Wednesday during a campus political science class. During the the first half of the class — Political Science 179, which features … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1OR5rdI via IFTTT

Klay Thompson’s big scoring night leads Warriors past MavsKRON4.comOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Klay Thompson scored a season-high 45 points, Stephen Curry got going after halftime and so did the Golden State Warriors, who avenged one of their four losses this season by beating the Dallas Mavericks 127-107 on Wednesday …and more …read more From:: Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Sd1XXc via IFTTT

Warriors believe they should have three All-Stars this seasonFOXSports.comThe Golden State Warriors are nothing if not a confident bunch, which makes it no surprise that they expected to have three All-Stars at the 2016 All-Star Game in Toronto in a few weeks. Reigning MVP and the current favorite Stephen Curry has already …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1OR5qXe via IFTTT

Golden State Warriors Are No. 1 This SeasonCDA NewsOut in California, the Golden State Warriors, who play their home games in Oakland of all places, a market that both the Athletics and Raiders are trying desperately to get out of as soon as they can, are the state’s top team. This includes the two Los […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nyC7Aa via IFTTT

5-on-5: Mavs-Warriors on ESPNESPNLong flight, no time to practice, essentially the situation that preceded Golden State’s blowout loss in Detroit. Also, we must account for the expected Kent Bazemore revenge game. Marc Stein, ESPN.com: They have a six-game road trip right after the …Mavs got next on Warriors‘ 1-year anniversary of last home lossFOXSports.com all […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Vs8Npa via IFTTT

Residents raising concerns over flights, noise over Oakland hillsContra Costa TimesOAKLAND — The skies above the Oakland hills have become increasingly noisy recently, prompting some residents to raise concerns over planes that are flying low in the area on their approaches to Oakland International Airport and San Francisco … …read more From:: Oakland CA News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Vs8Pxn via IFTTT

Steph Curry works out with Oakland kidsKTVU San FranciscoOAKLAND, Calif. – Students at an Oakland elementary school got a chance today to work out with some MVP’s as part of “NBA Fit Live Healthy Week.” The Warriors partnered with Kaiser Permanente and Playworks to host a “Get Fit Time Out” for students from …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nyC5YT via IFTTT

Missing Berkeley woman last seen swimming in Oakland bayKSBY San Luis Obispo NewsOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – A 62-year-old Berkeley woman who has been missing for several days was last seen swimming in an Oakland bay. The San Francisco Chronicle reports (http://sfg.ly/1Uqhlge ) Wednesday that Diana “Gail” Hajisaari was last seen …and more …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Vs8Pxg via IFTTT

POLITICO California Playbook, presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co.: PORTER RANCH lawsuit drops …PoliticoSchwartz would be the first challenger with a significant political resume to enter the 2017 mayoral race. http://lat.ms/1SieJSg. SELF-AWARE: “Obviously, I’m a little bit of an underdog,” Schwartz said. “But I’m determined to do this. And once I’m in …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1OPQYPc via IFTTT

Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry shows up at Oakland school to promote healthKGO-TVStephenCurry30 and US Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, M.D. getting in some work with kids of East Oakland. http://pic.twitter.com/ZpvyJEXpjX. — Laura Anthony (@LauraAnthony7) January 27, 2016. Curry paid a visit to East Oakland’s Manzanita Community …and more …read more From:: East Oakland News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PiVcQS via IFTTT

Watch: Oakland police body camera shows man screamed ‘I can’t breathe’ before deathContra Costa TimesOAKLAND — Face down with police pressing him to the sidewalk, 51-year-old Hernan Jaramillo wailed two refrains over and over before he died. “They’re killing me!” he howled 20 times in a 4-minute stretch. “I can’t breathe,” he moaned again and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UpxKBE via IFTTT

Oakland: Join a dialogue to help restore community trustSan Jose Mercury NewsThe SAFE Oakland speaker series event is presented by Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf. Panelists include Oakland’s Assistant Chief of Police Paul Figueroa; Associate Attorney General Venus D. Johnson; and Arnold Perkins, former director of Alameda County …and more …read more From:: Libby Schaaf Oakland […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1PiVbML via IFTTT

Slow Like Mezcal: Rare, Handcrafted Agaves Make Their Way to Bay Area Bars7×7Astute barflies have likely noticed that mezcal has been gaining prominence in Bay Area cocktail spots—the smoky agave drink is often served in the kind of bold concoctions that would put hair on your chest. But lately, we stateside … in the Bay […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1UpxKBC via IFTTT

Oakland boys, girls sweep La VergneThe Daily News JournalMURFREESBORO — Oakland’s zone defense left La Vergne’s shooters scoring opportunities on the perimeter Tuesday night. The Wolverines never capitalized. Oakland held La Vergne to just 12 second-half points to beat the Wolverines 44-33 at Randy … …read more From:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1NzCGhx via IFTTT

Berkeley: Labor advocates, local politicians launch campaign to stop wage theftContra Costa TimesBerkeley Councilmen Laurie Capitelli and Darryl Moore outlined a package of proposed rules they were set to introduce at Tuesday night’s council meeting that would require developers and construction companies to disclose to workers who is their …and more …read more From:: Berkeley […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1QBE4GV via IFTTT

Letters for the Week of January 27, 2016East Bay ExpressEvery Bay Area urbanite — from Silicon Valley computer engineers and banking gurus in San Francisco’s Financial district to teachers in Oakland and community organizers in Richmond — should flock to their local elected official’s office and planning … …read more From:: Oakland Restaurant News From […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1NzCE9r via IFTTT

Which California city could the Oakland Raiders call home?Just Blog Baby (blog)The Oakland Raiders must consider all options for relocation, but where are the best options for keeping the franchise in California? Vote in the poll below. The Oakland Raiders have called California home since the 1960s’. Over that span, they played … …read more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1lQPwBF via IFTTT

Report: Raiders, Oakland to work on a O.Co Coliseum lease for 2016FOXSports.comIn the name of a short-term fix, the city of Oakland and their iconic football team are working together. The Oakland Raiders and city officials have discussed extending the team’s lease at O.Co Coliseum, according to Bay Area News Group. The Raiders … …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1K9WWeV via IFTTT

Big Screen Berkeley: Academy Award-nominated shortsBerkeleysideCall it a rite of mid-winter: it’s time once again for my annual (and usually futile) effort to guess which short subjects will win gongs at the forthcoming Academy Awards ceremony. And you can play, too, as all the films – Animated and Live Action … …read more From:: Berkeley […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1nlRzi7 via IFTTT

Building The Roster Strong Enough To Take Down The Golden State Warriors‘ Starkiller BaseSportsGrid2) The Golden State Warriors might not lose a single playoff game en route to their second consecutive NBA Championship. After beating the NBA’s second and third best teams by a combined 64 points, we now know that it will take an […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23rfzRV via IFTTT

Law confuses local officials ahead of March electionsGladwin County Record & Beaverton Clarion (registration)“We just had a city of Flint mayoral election – a city of 90,000 people where only about 13,000 total votes were cast,” Gleason said. Less information on ballot initiatives could discourage more voters from taking part in the elections. While the […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1VoAX4p via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders, Coliseum JPA Lease Negotiations Continue: An Update - Video Oakland Raiders, Coliseum JPA Lease Negotiations Continue: An Update The Oakland Raiders and the Oakland Alameda County Coliseum Joint Powers Authority are continuing negotiations toward a new lease at the sports complex. The Coliseum “JPA”, as it's called, held a special closed session meeting on the lease terms on Monday. The basic outcome of that gathering was that the JPA will continue talks with the Raiders and the good news is the lease term is not the sticking point; who pays for additional staffing is. Basically, I'm told Oakland Raiders Owner Mark Davis and President Marc Badain want additional staffing at the Coliseum, mainly in the area of security, but they want the JPA to pay for it. That said, it looks like we could see a lease that's longer than for one year. Moreover, the talks between parties, while tough, are not adversarial. No one on the JPA is trying to squeeze the Raiders

Oakland Raiders, Coliseum JPA Lease Negotiations Continue: An Update - Video Oakland Raiders, Coliseum JPA Lease Negotiations Continue: An Update The Oakland Raiders and the Oakland Alameda County Coliseum Joint Powers Authority are continuing negotiations toward a new lease at the sports complex. The Coliseum “JPA”, as it's called, held a special closed session meeting on the lease terms on Monday. The basic outcome of that gathering was that the JPA will continue talks with the Raiders and the good news is the lease term is not the sticking point; who pays for additional staffing is. Basically, I'm told Oakland Raiders Owner Mark Davis and President Marc Badain want additional staffing at the Coliseum, mainly in the area of security, but they want the JPA to pay for it. That said, it looks like we could see a lease that's longer than for one year. Moreover, the talks between parties, while tough, are not adversarial. No one on the JPA is trying to squeeze the Raiders

Disabled Berkeley tenant faces apartment eviction over prolonged hospital stayContra Costa TimesPachovas, who is 67 and legally blind, as well as diabetic, has rented a unit at the Rumford Plaza complex in South Berkeley since 2000. He has been hospitalized at John Muir since around October 2014 for what initially appeared to be a cyst […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ZPm78t via IFTTT

Berkeley woman awaits test results for Zika virusDaily CalifornianA Berkeley woman is awaiting test results after believing she may have contracted Zika — a vector-borne disease strongly associated with birth defects — after a recent tropical vacation. The woman, who is pregnant, was tested for Zika after … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ZPkRSO via IFTTT

This is Why We Play: Chapter 21Warriors.comThe Warriors‘ team-first style of play has led to an unbelievable start to the season, and they’ll continue to lean on the collective trust and belief in one another as they take on this season’s most difficult tasks.and more …read more From:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/23pLqm3 via IFTTT

Cal Junior Earns Her Third Pac-12 Player Of The Week HonorCal AthleticsRanked fifth nationally, the junior won twice in singles on Sunday and clinched the sixth-ranked Golden Bears‘ ITA Kick-Off Weekend title – which in turn qualified Cal for next month’s ITA National Team Indoor Championship. The Redondo Beach …Pac-12 Announces Tennis Players of the […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23pLqm1 via IFTTT

Oakland: Join a dialogue to help restore community trustContra Costa TimesThe SAFE Oakland speaker series event is presented by Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf. Panelists include Oakland’s Assistant Chief of Police Paul Figueroa; Associate Attorney General Venus D. Johnson; and Arnold Perkins, former director of Alameda County …and more …read more From:: Oakland CA News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1POFLfr via IFTTT

MLK Day marked by protests vs police brutality and gentrificationWorkers WorldProtesters called out the Oakland mayor, Libby Schaaf, for inaction on racist police killings. Called by “Showing Up for Racial Justice” as part of the 96 hours of direct action, over 50 people marched on Schaaf’s home with signs in the shape of …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23pJEkZ via IFTTT

Former Cal Men’s Golf Wins Monday PGA Tour Qualifier At El Camino Country ClubCal AthleticsOCEANSIDE, Calif. – Former Cal men’s golfer Brandon Hagy will play at the PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open after winning a Monday qualifier at El Camino Country Club with a round of seven-under par 65. Hagy had eight birdies and only […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1OLCsYR via IFTTT

One Injured in Shooting Near West Oakland BART StationPatch.comOAKLAND – An unknown gunman opened fire near the West Oakland BART station on Friday afternoon, sending a victim to the hospital and passengers on a nearby bus ducking to the floor, according to police and witness accounts. Police have released few …and more …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1POFLfo via IFTTT

Oakland officials to meet with Nextdoor to reduce racial profilingKGO-TV… or has Flash disabled. Oakland officials to meet with Nextdoor to reduce racial profiling. Oakland city officials are meeting with representatives from a social media site called Nextdoor Tuesday to discuss ways to curtail racial profiling on the … …read more From:: Oakland CA News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23pJH0c via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders fan seeks to trademark “San Antonio Raiders”mySanAntonio.comAn Oakland Raiders season-ticket holder who wants the team to remain in the East Bay has filed a trademark application for the name “San Antonio Raiders.” “I figured if I took over the name, San Antonio Raiders, I could force (the team) to stay in …California man […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1POFKbi via IFTTT

How Unions Hope to Win a $15 Minimum Wage in CaliforniaDaily SignalIsadore Hall III, D-South Bay, said in a formal statement. The other union, SEIU-UHW, … Recent data shows jobs in the restaurant and hotel sectors have seen a decline after minimum wage hikes in some cities—including Los Angeles, Oakland, and San …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23pJH04 via IFTTT

9 Things the San Francisco Bay Area Does Better Than Anywhere ElseZagatWelcome to the San Francisco Bay Area, simply the most delicious region to eat and drink in the entire world. San Francisco itself can seem like a city run by restaurants with a tech industry on the side, but what makes San Francisco truly […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23pJH02 via IFTTT

#SuperBowlCity For Super Bowl 50 SF Is Huge #SB50 - Video San Francisco's version of Super Bowl City is just plain huge! Set in Justin Herman Plaza, the series of structures stretches a mile from one end to the other at its longest point. The idea that was created in Oakland as Jack London's NFL Village, is to have a central place, where people could hear concerts and get NFL gear. It has now morphed into this city within a city - a pop-up place for the Super Bowl. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/QPRNozwdw1I

NFL Network Home At #SuperBowlCity Super Bowl 50 SF #SB50 - Video This perch will be the NFL Network home at Super Bowl City in San Francisco. From on high, the NFL Network folks will be able to see everyone and everything. I hope they are not scared of heights! via IFTTT http://youtu.be/iXtVWam0N_8

#SuperBowlCity SF Going Up For Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video Justin Herman Plaza is the scene for the construction of Super Bowl City. The idea for Super Bowl City really started with my Super Bowl Oakland Bid, and something called Jack London's NFL Playland. The idea was to have something that caused people to come to Oakland and not be in San Francisco. Now, the Super Bowl City concert is required as part of the bid for each Super Bowl Host City. The San Francisco version will be Oppenheimer to the public January 31st. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/Y0HW9QVRIBk

Oakland Raiders RB and Onondaga grad Latavius Murray selected to NFL Pro BowlSyracuse.comFor Oakland Raiders running back Latavius Murray, it represents a well-earned honor as well. The Onondaga High School graduate was named to the NFL Pro Bowl team on Sunday. Murray became the first Raider since 2010 to rush for 1,000 yards in a […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1OK5vf7 via IFTTT

Hampton Inn in Oakland robbed at gunpointPittsburgh Post-GazetteA masked man armed with a gun robbed a Hampton Inn in South Oakland Sunday night, police said. The man entered the hotel in the 3300 block of Hamlet Street about 8 p.m., pointed a gun at an employee’s face, and demanded money from a cash register, …Police […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/23om2wW via IFTTT

New Golden State Warriors arena to be Chase CenterDomain Name Wiregolden–state–warriors It looks like the new arena to house the Golden State Warriors will be called the Chase Center. The NBA basketball team is slated to move back to San Francisco in a couple years. On Friday, JP Morgan Chase & Co registered a number […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1KA31fw via IFTTT

Two Men Injured in Oakland ShootingPatch.comOAKLAND – Two men suffered gunshot wounds in a shooting Saturday night in Oakland, police said Sunday. The first report of the shooting came in at 8:20 p.m. in the 2000 block of 84th Avenue, Officer Kyle Hazen said. More from Rockridge Patch. …read more From:: Oakland CA News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1WKs9Y6 via IFTTT

If rainy day beverages were UC Berkeley studentsDaily CalifornianEarl Grey shows up to class five minutes before it starts, not accounting for Berkeley time, and sits near the back during discussion, making you feel like you’re being silently judged. Earl Grey has an affinity for jackets with patches on the sleeves … …read more From:: […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ZNzZA7 via IFTTT

How Quirky is Berkeley? Jana Olson’s lamps and gardenBerkeleysideJana Olson is equally at home in her Panache Lighting studio at in West Berkeley (2743 Ninth St.) as she is in her house in a ravine on Shasta Road in the hills, which comes with an art-filled garden and 350 tons of rocks and granite stabilizing […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1ZNA1b9 via IFTTT

Cam Newton Overcame Racism, Changed American Culture, On Way To Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video Cam Newton Overcame Racism, Changed American Culture, On WayTo Super Bowl 50 When Cam Newton was drafted number one in the 2011 NFL Draft by the previously 2 and 14 Carolina Panthers, the media (including myself, who asked the first two questions), wondered what he thought about what one person called “the naysayers”. One reporter said “Are you at all concerned about what the naysayers say?” Cam said “No,” then paused and said “They are going to be there, and that's OK. I know I have a job to do.” In overcoming racism and focusing on his work, and just being himself, Cam Newton has managed to change American Culture. You have to understand that even though Cam Newton won wherever he went, including the National Championship while he was at Auburn, the press focused on the negatives, and in particular an alleged theft he was cleared of, and something beyond his control in how he was recru

Cam Newton Overcame Racism, Changed American Culture, On Way To Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video Cam Newton Overcame Racism, Changed American Culture, On WayTo Super Bowl 50 When Cam Newton was drafted number one in the 2011 NFL Draft by the previously 2 and 14 Carolina Panthers, the media (including myself, who asked the first two questions), wondered what he thought about what one person called “the naysayers”. One reporter said “Are you at all concerned about what the naysayers say?” Cam said “No,” then paused and said “They are going to be there, and that's OK. I know I have a job to do.” In overcoming racism and focusing on his work, and just being himself, Cam Newton has managed to change American Culture. You have to understand that even though Cam Newton won wherever he went, including the National Championship while he was at Auburn, the press focused on the negatives, and in particular an alleged theft he was cleared of, and something beyond his control in how he was recru

Carolina Panthers Over Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video Carolina Panthers Over Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 The Carolina Panthers will beat the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50. The reason is the team speed of the Panthers - it's unlike anything the Broncos have faced this season. Indeed, the Panthers are even faster than the Seahawks of two years ago. Give that, we could see a Super Bowl 50 blow out. One way the Broncos could win is by putting the game in the hands of Peyton Manning and allowing him to throw from a five-wide receiver set. Stay tuned. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/qqodA7gfSTU

Carolina Panthers Over Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video Carolina Panthers Over Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 The Carolina Panthers will beat the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50. The reason is the team speed of the Panthers - it's unlike anything the Broncos have faced this season. Indeed, the Panthers are even faster than the Seahawks of two years ago. Give that, we could see a Super Bowl 50 blow out. One way the Broncos could win is by putting the game in the hands of Peyton Manning and allowing him to throw from a five-wide receiver set. Stay tuned. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/qqodA7gfSTU

Carolina Panthers Will Beat Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video Carolina Panthers Will Beat Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 via IFTTT http://youtu.be/kLxBG3ngHWs

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Carolina Panthers Will Beat Denver Broncos In Super Bowl 50 #SB50 - Video The Carolina Panthers will defeat the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50. The Panthers youth and team speed will combine to make the contest a near blow out. The Panthers look a lot like the Seattle Seahawks on steroids. They are a faster team than Seattle was on defense. And the Panthers are a fast team, overall, on both sides of the football. The only way Denver can win is by putting the contest in the hands of Peyton Manning and letting him throw. Stay tuned. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/XO1pE1u20aw