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247Sports (blog)It’s been a pretty rough past few months for Oakland Raiders veteran left tackle Donald Penn, there’s no way to sugarcoat it. After suffering a season-ending foot injury in Week 15, Penn has spent the offseason rehabbing and gearing up for his return …Raiders legend Tim Brown on Amari Cooper slump: Gruden ‘will get […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/22/donald-penn-sends-strong-message-on-comeback-from-injury-247sports-blog/ via IFTTT

KGO-TVIn this edition; a bagel shop is poised to open its second location, a Filipino eatery closes its doors citing gentrification, and a San Francisco barbecue joint brings back an item for East Bay delivery customers. …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/oakland-eats-beautys-bagel-shop-expands-craft-spoon-closes-more-kgo-tv/ via IFTTT

New York TimesAlerting undocumented migrants to federal immigration sweeps could mean jail time for leaders of sanctuary cities under a bill proposed by Representative Steve King of Iowa. The Republican named the bill the Mayor Libby Schaaf Act, after the Oakland … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/22/california-today-in-san-francisco-public-art-soars-high-into-the-skyline-new-york-times/ via IFTTT

US$187m funding for Oakland truck projects to improve efficiencyPort StrategySpeaking of the projects, which are part of the Global Opportunities at the Port of Oakland (GoPort) Program and will receive the cash from the Senate-funded 2018 Trade Corridor Enhancement Program Grants, Alameda California Transportation Commission … …read more Source:: Port of Oakland News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/22/us187m-funding-for-oakland-truck-projects-to-improve-efficiency-port-strategy/ via IFTTT

Price Sun AdvocateThe Oakland City Council banned the facility from shipping coal due to environmental and health considerations. U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria stuck down the ban, saying the city council did not have enough evidence that the coal operations would … …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/22/california-judge-ruling-opens-oakland-port-to-coal-shipping-price-sun-advocate/ via IFTTT

Law.comMore recently, Pillsbury Winthrop picked up counsel Vijay Toke to handle copyright, licensing and trademark disputes in San Francisco, where he was previously a partner at Berkeley, California-based boutique Cobalt. Pillsbury Winthrop has also been … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/22/pillsbury-prepares-new-taiwan-office-after-raid-on-ve-law-com/ via IFTTT

CBS San Francisco Bay AreaJaryd Anthony Dock, 28, and his wife Sara Tashakorinia, 27, also of San Francisco, arranged for a 48-year-old Uber driver from Vacaville to take them from the Wine Country Inn in St. Helena to the Morimoto Napa restaurant in Napa, Napa County sheriff’s … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurants […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/sf-man-killed-in-crash-while-celebrating-wedding-anniversary-in-napa-cbs-san-francisco-bay-area/ via IFTTT

CNNOakland mayor says Trump lied about her. Erin Burnett Out Front. Libby Schaaf, the mayor of Oakland, California, is firing back at President Donald Trump over his suggestion that the Department of Justice investigate her for obstruction of justice … …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/oakland-mayor-says-trump-lied-about-her-cnn-2/ via IFTTT

ESPNGolden State’s Steve Kerr has won the Rudy Tomjanovich Award, given to an NBA coach in recognition of his cooperation with media and fans as well as excellence on the court. The Professional Basketball Writers Association announced the winner Tuesday …Steve Kerr wins PBWA’s 2017-18 Rudy Tomjanovich AwardWarriors.comWarriors‘ Steve Kerr honored for cooperation with media, […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/warriors-steve-kerr-wins-rudy-tomjanovich-award-for-second-time-espn/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay AreaOn May 15, protesters gathered outside City Hall Thursday to grill Oakland City Council over what they say is the over-policing of African-Americans in the East Bay. “Think before you call police,” Councilmember Abel Guillen — whose district includes …Hundreds attend ‘BBQ-ing While Black’ event in support of family who were harassed by […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/saturday-night-live-pokes-fun-at-oaklands-bbq-becky-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

Fresno BeeThe NFL Network continued its Top Players of 2018 and Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr checked in at No. 60. Moments after, the ex-Fresno State star shared his thoughts on his ranking, a considerable drop from last season when Carr was No. 11.Watch: Raiders QB Derek Carr No. 60 on NFL’s top-100 listRaiders Wire […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/what-did-raiders-derek-carr-say-after-dropping-49-spots-in-top-players-of-2018-fresno-bee/ via IFTTT

Patch.comBERKELEY, CA — Do you sometimes feel no one is tooting a horn for your community? Do you wish you had a platform to sing the praises of people and events that make your community special? If you love your community, sign up to become a Patch Mayor … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/3-reasons-to-be-patch-mayor-of-berkeley-patch-com/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOAKLAND — Smoke from charcoal-fired grills filled the air and music played in the background as hundreds of people gathered at Oakland’s Lake Merritt Sunday in a celebration of inclusivity. The event — called “BBQing While Black” — was residents’ … and more …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/bbqing-while-black-festival-draws-huge-crowd-to-oaklands-lake-merritt-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsPolice are investigating the unexplained death of a man whose partially decomposed body was found Sunday morning in an East Oakland creek, police said.Man’s body found in Oakland creekMidland Reporter-Telegram all 5 news articles …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/partially-decomposed-body-found-in-east-oakland-creek-the-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Silver and Black PrideNow and then we all have a moment that at least temporarily renews our faith in humanity. Raiders tight end Pharaoh Brown had such a moment this past weekend and he was so touched by it, he felt compelled to share. First it was just a generic message … …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/raiders-tight-end-pharaoh-brown-shared-a-heartwarming-exchange-on-a-flight-you-should-see-silver-and-black-pride/ via IFTTT

NewsweekA massive crowd of people gathered yesterday for BBQing While Black, an event held at the same Oakland, California, park where a white woman called the police on a black family during a cookout. In late April, a black family’s barbecue along Oakland’s …Oakland Has Another Message For BBQ BeckyNews One all 6 news articles […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/massive-bbqing-while-black-event-held-in-park-where-white-woman-called-cops-on-black-family-barbecue-newsweek/ via IFTTT

Roads & Briodges (press release) (blog)About 25% will come from the new state gas tax, if it is not repealed in November, and other fees approved last year. The gas tax and other new fees are expected to bring in $52 billion over the next decade. Without those funds, transportation … …read more Source:: Port […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/calif-transportation-commission-funding-includes-bay-area-highway-projects-roads-briodges-press-release-blog/ via IFTTT

Newsom’s San Francisco Record on Homelessness an Issue in the Governor’s RaceThe Usual SuspectsDa Mayor gives us his take on the popularity of e-scooters, sets up the stakes for two California congressional republicans in the coming debate on DACA, and provides a window into the effective style of the late California Governor George Deukmejian … […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/newsoms-san-francisco-record-on-homelessness-an-issue-in-the-governors-race-the-usual-suspects/ via IFTTT

Blue Man HoopThe Golden State Warriors have the 28th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. Here’s a couple prospects that deserve a look. The reigning NBA champion Golden State Warriors are one of the four teams still in the middle of the 2018 NBA Playoffs, battling … and more …read more Source:: Golden State […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/who-will-the-golden-state-warriors-take-at-28-in-the-2018-nba-draft-blue-man-hoop/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOakland’s law, brought forward by city councilman Abel Guillen, requires that bars and restaurants only give out single-use plastic straws and stirrers to customers upon request. Richmond’s law, brought forward by Mayor Tom Butt, prohibits all plastic … …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/oakland-richmond-limit-plastic-straws-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

EaterAt Arizmendi, a bustling group of Bay Area bakeries known for its sourdough chocolate croissants and vegetarian pizza slices, the employees manning the ovens and the cash registers are cooperative owners. Inspired by Berkeley’s beloved Cheese Board … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/want-better-working-conditions-in-restaurants-build-a-co-op-eater/ via IFTTT

SoDo MojoThe Seattle Mariners are coming off a nice series win against the Detroit Tigers by winning 3 straight games, 2 of them in the walk-off variety. Seattle will look to keep the momentum flowing in Oakland for a 3 game set against the A’s. Somehow, the … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/mariners-quick-hits-series-preview-vs-oakland-athletics-sodo-mojo/ via IFTTT

CityLabOakland Mayor Libby Schaaf encouraged Kaiser, which is headquartered in Oakland, to make the commitment, says Brooks Rainwater, director for the National League of Cities’ Center for City Solutions (and an occasional CityLab contributor). “Our goal is … and more …read more Source:: Libby Schaaf Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/a-healthcare-giant-enters-the-battle-for-cheaper-housing-citylab/ via IFTTT

Jweekly.comSteinberg and other Northern California public officials, including Oakland City Council members Dan Kalb and Rebecca Kaplan, and San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Aaron Peskin, cite their Jewish roots and values as foundational principles in … …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/these-jewish-politicians-are-standing-up-for-sanctuary-laws-in-california-jweekly-com/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleOakland’s failed fight to keep coal shipments from passing through its waterfront cost the city more than $3.1 million in outside legal bills, according to records provided by the city attorney’s office. …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/if-oakland-wants-to-keep-fighting-coal-at-terminal-its-going-to-be-expensive-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsThe Warriors‘ Game 3 blowout win wasn’t just a pivotal result in a once-tied series — it was an order-restoring win for the Warriors. Golden State looked good without a serious Curry contribution in the first half of Game 3, just as they looked solid …Warriors hit Rockets with a double dose of […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/kurtenbach-stephen-curry-is-back-and-the-warriors-look-like-a-juggernaut-once-again-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Energy Institute at Haas (blog)GHG imports at the Port of Oakland. 47 MMT of California’s carbon trade imbalance can be attributed to foreign imports, mostly in the form of manufacturing, vehicles, electronics, and transport equipment. The remainder is due to net imports from other … …read more Source:: Port of Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/are-californias-global-carbon-emissions-declining-energy-institute-at-haas-blog/ via IFTTT

Business InsiderMicrosoft has bought Semantic Machines, an artificial intelligence startup based in Berkeley, California. The team includes a former chief speech scientist for Siri, Larry Gillick. The acquisition will help Microsoft tackle “conversational AI” and make …Microsoft Buys Conversational AI Company Semantic MachinesForbesMicrosoft just bought an AI startup to improve Cortana’s conversational skillsTNWMicrosoft acquires AI […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/microsoft-has-acquired-a-veteran-ai-team-including-the-ex-chief-speech-scientist-for-siri-business-insider/ via IFTTT

ESPNOAKLAND, Calif. — If you’re new to the Golden State Warriors and find yourself in the hallway leading to the court at Oracle Arena about 90 minutes before game time, the chance of getting run over by two-time MVP Stephen Curry as he sprints out for …Curry, Warriors Bounce Back in Game 3Warriors.comWarriors‘ Defense and […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/warriors-hit-rockets-with-a-double-dose-of-stephen-curry-and-defense-espn/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ExaminerIt was one of those weekends where everything seemed to work out for the Oakland Athletics. Even despite a third significant injury in the series — this time to Khris Davis — Oakland blew past the Toronto Blue Jays 9-2 on Sunday to finish a four-game …Khris Davis leaves A’s game with right […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/oakland-athletics-as-finish-sweep-despite-khris-davis-injury-san-francisco-examiner/ via IFTTT

Yahoo NewsThe mayor of Oakland is pushing back on President Donald Trump’s claims that she obstructed justice by warning undocumented immigrants of an impending federal raid. Mayor Libby Schaaf, a Democrat, wrote in a weekend op-ed that it was her “duty” to … …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/oakland-mayor-responds-to-trumps-obstruction-comment-yahoo-news/ via IFTTT

Daily Californian“We definitely need more density in our true transit hubs,” said Kalb, an Oakland City Council member, at the forum. “The problem was that (SB 837) was a shotgun approach, and we need a more surgical approach.” Along with questions about housing, … …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/california-assembly-district-15-candidates-talk-at-forum-on-health-equity-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

Pittsburgh Post-GazetteTwo people were injured Sunday night in a three-alarm fire at a house on the 3300 block of Ward Street in South Oakland. The call came in at 10:36 p.m. as “heavy smoke.” One resident said he barely got out. Two residents were transported to hospitals …Two taken to hospital in smoky fire at […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/two-injured-in-three-alarm-fire-in-south-oakland-pittsburgh-post-gazette/ via IFTTT

Athletics NationIt was a good week to be an A’s fan. The team went 7-3 on the “road trip of death,” pretty handily exceeding all expectations, and the Twitterverse responded accordingly. Scroll to check out all the great content from the A’s wild week.Poquoson’s Chad Pinder’s first grand slam propels Oakland A’s …wtkr.com all 7 […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/21/oakland-as-week-in-twitter-grand-slams-sweeps-and-more-athletics-nation/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay AreaOAKLAND — With one searing quarter on Sunday, Stephen Curry squelched concerns about his health and lifted the Warriors within two wins of a fourth consecutive trip to the NBA Finals. With Curry scoring 18 of his game-high 35 points in the third … and more …read more Source:: Libby Schaaf Oakland News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/curry-warriors-clobber-rockets-in-game-3-of-conference-finals-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

Silver and Black PrideCWood locked down the right side of the field for eight seasons in Oakland, being named to the Pro Bowl his first four seasons and All Pro once. In the process, the Raiders had their most successful seasons in the past 30 years, including a trip to the …Most Overrated NFL Teams […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/top-five-raiders-top-15-picks-of-all-time-silver-and-black-pride/ via IFTTT

Warriors.comThe Warrior regained a lead in the Western Conference Finals after cruising to a 126-85 home victory over the Rockets in Game 3 on Sunday night. After taking an 11-point advantage into halftime, Golden State opened the third quarter on a 10-0 run and …Warriors blow out Rockets in Game 3, set NBA record with […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/curry-warriors-bounce-back-in-game-3-warriors-com/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsWith so many fears and so little time, cancer patient Matt Fairchild now faces a new anxiety: When life’s too miserable, can he get help ending it? Before this week’s court ruling tossed out California’s right-to-die law, “I didn’t have to think about … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/california-court-opens-world-of-uncertainty-for-the-dying-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

The HillShowing that he has little sense of irony, Trump took aim at the mayor of Oakland, California (not in attendance), who in February warned residents of an upcoming immigration raid. “You talk about obstruction of justice,” said the president who is the … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/trump-anti-sanctuary-meeting-was-just-bad-political-theater-the-hill/ via IFTTT

Silver and Black PrideThis is where Melifonwu’s true value lies, as tight ends have scorched the Raiders for over a decade. Facing Travis Kelce and Hunter Henry twice a season in the AFC West, Oakland desperately needs a defender that can erase them from the offensive game … …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News By […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/where-raiders-can-best-utilize-karl-joseph-and-obi-melifonwu-silver-and-black-pride/ via IFTTT

The Berkeley Activists’ Calendar, May 20-27Berkeley Daily PlanetMay 21, deadline to register to vote in the June 5 primary https://ift.tt/2ehME0K It is not too late to request absentee ballot if you are not already a permanent vote by mail voter; May 29, ballots on Street Light Assessment and Stormwater fee … …read more Source:: Berkeley […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/the-berkeley-activists-calendar-may-20-27-berkeley-daily-planet-2/ via IFTTT

Chicago TribuneWhen President Donald Trump was admonishing Attorney General Jeff Sessions to charge me with obstruction of justice Wednesday, I was at Harvard University sharing how we intend to give every child from Oakland, California, the opportunity to attend … …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/no-president-trump-im-not-obstructing-justice-chicago-tribune/ via IFTTT

wtkr.comThe Poquoson High product blasted a 403-foot shot to right-center field off of Tyler Clippard, notching his first career grand slam. The A’s would go on to win 5-4, and have won five out of their last six. This season, Pinder is hitting .268 with four … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/poquosons-chad-pinders-first-grand-slam-propels-oakland-as-comeback-victory-wtkr-com/ via IFTTT

ESPNOAKLAND, Calif. — After the Golden State Warriors suffered a 22-point blowout loss to the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals, Draymond Green said he expects his team to have an edge heading into Game 3 on Sunday. and more …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/draymond-green-says-warriors-at-our-best-when-we-feel-threatened-espn/ via IFTTT

The Berkeley Activists’ Calendar, May 20-27Berkeley Daily PlanetMay 21, deadline to register to vote in the June 5 primary https://ift.tt/2ehME0K It is not too late to request absentee ballot if you are not already a permanent vote by mail voter; May 29, ballots on Street Light Assessment and Stormwater fee … …read more Source:: Berkeley […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/20/the-berkeley-activists-calendar-may-20-27-berkeley-daily-planet/ via IFTTT

WHTCThe Oakland Athletics placed left-hander Brett Anderson on the 10-day disabled list Saturday after he left his start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday with a left shoulder strain. While warming up for the bottom of the second inning, Anderson …Oakland A’s place Brett Anderson on DL, call up Ryan DullAthletics NationOakland Athletics: LHP […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/mlb-notebook-oakland-as-put-brett-anderson-on-10-day-disabled-list-whtc/ via IFTTT

ReutersIn corresponding moves, Oakland placed right-hander Andrew Triggs on the 10-day disabled list with right arm nerve irritation and optioned Dull to Nashville. — Kansas City Royals catcher Drew Butera kept a promise when he debuted a bright pink hair …Oakland A’s place Brett Anderson on DL, call up Ryan Dull …Athletics NationOakland Athletics: LHP […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/mlb-notebook-oakland-as-put-brett-anderson-on-10-day-disabled-list-reuters/ via IFTTT

Yahoo SportsThe Oakland Athletics placed left-hander Brett Anderson on the 10-day disabled list Saturday after he left his start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday with a left shoulder strain. While warming up for the bottom of the second inning, Anderson …Oakland A’s place Brett Anderson on DL, call up Ryan DullAthletics NationOakland Athletics: […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/mlb-notebook-oakland-as-put-brett-anderson-on-10-day-disabled-list-yahoo-sports/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay AreaOakland Mayor Libby Schaaf met with neighbors outside a barbershop Saturday to hear their concerns as part of her Mobile Mayor program. “Lots of times I get thanked for warning my community about an impending ICE raid but sometimes, people just want …Oakland mayor Libby Schaaf fires back at Trump: ‘I am not […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/mayor-libby-schaaf-meets-with-oakland-neighbors-following-trump-response-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

Golden State of MindThe Golden State Warriors don’t play until tomorrow, but don’t worry, there’s still great NBA Playoffs basketball to watch tonight. The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Boston Celtics in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, in what amounts to a must … and more …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/how-to-watch-game-3-of-the-eastern-conference-finals-golden-state-of-mind/ via IFTTT

CBS NewsOAKLAND, Calif. — Two dead whales were found in different parts of the San Francisco Bay Area Friday, leading to speculation as to what might be causing the marine mammals’ deaths, CBS SF Bay Area reports. A large dead whale washed up Friday in the …Mystery mounts as two dead whales wash up on […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/two-dead-whales-wash-up-in-san-francisco-bay-area-cbs-news/ via IFTTT

MLB.comFowler had a hand in all three of Oakland’s runs. His RBI double in the seventh inning put the A’s ahead for good, and he then scored on a double by Josh Phegley. Fowler, who finished 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBIs and a walk, is leaving a good … …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/fowler-fuels-big-night-at-dish-with-1st-mlb-hr-mlb-com/ via IFTTT

The IndependentThe mayor of Oakland is pushing back on President Donald Trump’s claims that she obstructed justice by warning undocumented immigrants of an impending federal raid. Mayor Libby Schaaf, a Democrat, wrote in a weekend op-ed that it was her “duty” to …Justice obstructing Oakland Mayor proclaims innocenceHot AirOakland mayor fires back at Trump: ‘It’s […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/i-am-not-obstructing-justice-i-am-seeking-it-oakland-mayor-fires-back-at-trump-after-warning-immigrants-about-raids-the-independent/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsAfter making a name for himself on the Fresno farmers market circuit, the 30-year-old and his wife, Nina, moved to the Bay Area in 2016 and began hosting underground barbecue pop-ups inside breweries and abandoned service stations from San Jose to … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/how-pitmaster-matt-horn-brought-central-texas-style-barbecue-to-oakland-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

ESPNIt’s easy to say the Warriors should try harder to avoid the switch, but the Rockets are not passive recipients of Golden State’s choices. They are forcing the Warriors into that switch. Trevor Ariza, forever underappreciated glue guy and Curry’s most …Has Kevin Durant Become a Crutch for the Golden State Warriors?Sports IllustratedTicket prices set […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/how-james-harden-and-the-rockets-keep-hunting-steph-curry-espn/ via IFTTT

California Golden Blogs (blog)This is the post for Cal Softball Saturday action in the Athens, Georgia Regional. Hopefully, the Golden Bears’ 2018 season will not end today. The 2018 postseason did not begin the way that they wanted for the Cal Bears on Friday. Against the fighting … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/athens-regional-cal-vs-harvard-in-first-elimination-game-1130-am-pt-california-golden-blogs-blog/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsOAKLAND — With its crumbling popcorn ceilings, cracked tile and worn carpeting, the apartment Rafael Luna and Evelia Cruz have called home for nearly a decade has outlived its youthful prime by any measure but one: California’s rent control law … …read more Source:: Oakland California News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/after-a-real-estate-deal-that-triggered-1000-rent-hikes-oakland-families-face-eviction-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

247Sports (blog)When the Oakland Raiders landed former Michigan defensive tackle Maurice Hurst in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft, it was widely considered one of the biggest steals of the entire three days. Obviously, the reason for Hurst’s slide, though, led …Greg Mattison talks Mo Hurst’s health and NFL expectationsMaize n Brew all […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/michigan-insider-explains-what-raiders-can-expect-from-mo-hurst-247sports-blog/ via IFTTT

California Golden Blogs (blog)It might be a different collegiate rugby 7s national championship tournament, but it is the same results. California Golden Bears remain undefeated (24-0) in pool play of the spring rugby 7s national championships, whether it’s the Collegiate Rugby … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/cal-rugby-in-usa-rugby-college-7s-national-championship-knock-out-round-qf-vs-arkansas-at-10am-pt-california-golden-blogs-blog/ via IFTTT

Lake County NewsLAKEPORT, Calif. – The Delta Teen Team duo of Miles Kaneko and Jared De Fremery, both of Berkeley, brought a five-bass limit to the scale Sunday weighing 19 pounds, 2 ounces to win the 2018 Bass Pro Shops FLW High School Fishing Clear Lake Open … …read more Source:: Alameda, California News From […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/delta-teen-team-wins-bass-pro-shops-flw-high-school-fishing-clear-lake-open-lake-county-team-gets-second-lake-county-news/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay AreaThe practice of dumping wastewater from the recovery of oil into unlined, open pits is one that has been banned in nearly every other state in the U.S. But here in California, oil companies can legally dump toxic waste onto the bare ground – into what … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/toxic-wastewater-from-oil-fields-endangers-californias-water-supply-scientists-tell-nbc-bay-area-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

Sports IllustratedOAKLAND, California—The 2018 Rockets have succeeded where the 2015 Rockets failed: they’ve staved off a Stephen Curry takeover long enough to give themselves a fighting chance in the Western Conference finals. Three years ago, Golden State made …Skip Bayless outlines what LeBron’s Cavs need to adjust ahead of critical Game 3 vs BostonFOXSports.com all […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/after-being-held-in-check-in-houston-stephen-curry-eyes-breakthrough-in-return-to-oakland-sports-illustrated/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleWhen the Warriors treated the Bay Area to the 2015 NBA championship, their first in 40 years, they had the most feared bench in the league. It was experienced, well-balanced and full of game-changing energy: Andre Iguodala, Shaun Livingston, Leandro … …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/the-warriors-bench-and-the-whiff-of-nostalgia-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

The Hill (blog)In his March announcement of a lawsuit against California for its “sanctuary state” policies, Sessions also singled out Schaaf, asking why the mayor would “needlessly endanger the lives of our law enforcement officers to promote a radical open borders … …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/oakland-mayor-fires-back-at-trump-its-my-duty-to-protect-my-residents-the-hill-blog/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleBut at Oakland’s McClymonds High School, Mc-Elvaine represents the new normal. School officials say the number of college-bound seniors began ticking up several years ago, with the help of new school amenities, a $2.5 million private grant from Intel … …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/oakland-high-schools-students-head-to-college-after-overcoming-odds-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

Golf outings tee off in Oakland County areaThe Oakland PressBeaumont Health offers several golf outings and activities to benefit cancer patients: Drive for Life Invitational is 8:30 a.m. June 4 at Oakland Hills Country Club, 3951 W Maple Road, Bloomfield Hills; Card tournament is 11 a.m. June 4 at Bloomfield … and more …read more […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/golf-outings-tee-off-in-oakland-county-area-the-oakland-press/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChroniclePresident Trump’s meeting with conservative California officials last week — when he referred to some undocumented immigrants as “animals” and threatened criminal charges against Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf for alerting the community to a potential ICE … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/editorial-the-trump-administrations-war-on-immigrants-heats-up-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

Sports IllustratedWhat I am telling you is that it speaks to the dynamics in Golden State. Golliver: They are going to be better when the other four guys play better, Andrew. If KD is the only guy playing well they are not going to look as good. You can’t blame KD for that.Golden State Warriors […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/has-kevin-durant-become-a-crutch-for-the-golden-state-warriors-sports-illustrated/ via IFTTT

Fresno BeeOakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden couldn’t hold back his excitement at the team’s offseason workout program on Friday. Even if it means chasing after quarterback Derek Carr. You can’t blame him for running after the ex-Fresno State standout in what …2018 Oakland Raiders depth chart review: Running BacksJust Blog Baby (blog)Raiders’ wide receiver […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/check-out-these-expressions-by-raiders-head-coach-jon-gruden-when-he-looks-at-derek-carr-fresno-bee/ via IFTTT

Patch.comThis grant also was awarded through the Solutions for Congested Corridors program. The Port of Oakland will benefit from $187.4 million in 2018 Trade Corridor Enhancement Program Grants to construct two projects of its GoPort program: the Seventh … and more …read more Source:: Port of Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/660m-promised-for-cordelia-junction-12-other-bay-area-projects-patch-com/ via IFTTT

Just Blog Baby (blog)The running back position has not been a focal point for the Oakland Raiders offense since the 2011 season when they had thunder (Michael Bush) and lightning (Darren McFadden). The last few seasons it was the passing attack of the Raiders that was the …Check out these expressions by Raiders head coach […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/2018-oakland-raiders-depth-chart-review-running-backs-just-blog-baby-blog/ via IFTTT

ESPNOAKLAND, Calif. — Although Stephen Curry is shooting 2-for-13 from beyond the arc in the Western Conference finals, he says he’s not “losing any sleep” over …Flying With the Enemy: The Warriors Give the Rockets’ Daryl Morey a LiftNew York TimesStephen Curry struggles mightily as Golden State Warriors drop Game 2NBA.comKurtenbach: The Warriors need Draymond […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/stephen-curry-of-golden-state-warriors-isnt-worried-about-offensive-espn/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOAKLAND — A man killed early Thursday in East Oakland in a hit-and-run crash was identified by the coroner’s office Friday as Ahkenya Ragland Sr. The coroner’s office said Ragland was 46 but did not give a residence for him, although authorities had … …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/coroner-identifies-man-killed-in-oakland-hit-and-run-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

MLB.comTORONTO — The Athletics‘ bullpen handled the heavy lifting again on Friday, pitching the final eight innings of their 3-1 win over the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Starter Brett Anderson exited the game with a left shoulder strain after warming up … …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/bullpen-carries-load-again-to-beat-blue-jays-mlb-com/ via IFTTT

East Bay Times… said Lt. Isaac Benabou in a news release. “We take steps to ensure that massage businesses within San Leandro are operating under the law and require that all massage therapists are certified through the California Massage Therapy Council.” … and more …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/19/oakland-man-accused-of-groping-woman-during-massage-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

Silver and Black PrideThe backfield got a little crowded for the Oakland Raiders once they signed Doug Martin in free agency at the behest of head coach Jon Gruden. Elijah Hood, the team’s 7th-round pick last year, was already cut weeks ago. And Chris Warren III, the son of …Raiders‘ wide receiver corps the perfect […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/which-running-backs-will-not-make-raiders-2018-roster-silver-and-black-pride/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsPowell said that the Chico manufacturing company gets two empty freight containers each morning, and the trucks that bring them then take two loaded ones back the port of Oakland. Just one of the trucks turned up Thursday morning, prompting the … …read more Source:: Port of Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/trucker-out-of-oakland-goes-into-slough-when-gps-picks-unfamiliar-route-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

California Golden Blogs (blog)Cal is in the same pool (Pool B) as Indiana, Fordham, and Notre Dame College. The 15 men roster for the Cal Bears this weekend will be: Underclassmen selected for the trip include freshmen Adam Roeske and Marcus Shankland, and sophomores Keanu … and more …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/golden-medals-cal-rugby-in-national-7s-pool-play-today-crew-took-2nd-at-pac-12-california-golden-blogs-blog/ via IFTTT

East Bay ExpressOakland-based Kaiser Permanente announced today it will invest $200 million to help preserve and create affordable housing and mitigate homelessness in the Bay Area and other locations. Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf asked Kaiser CEO Bernard Tyson to … …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/fridays-briefing-kaiser-to-invest-200-million-for-affordable-housing-97-percent-of-mcclymonds-seniors-going-to-east-bay-express/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOAKLAND — A man was found shot to death Friday morning in East Oakland, police said. Authorities were trying to identify the man and determine where he lived. The man was found dead about 6:15 a.m. Friday on Parker Avenue just north of MacArthur … …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/man-found-fatally-shot-in-east-oakland-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

Daily CalifornianThe Golden State Warriors are a household name among Cal students and Bay Area residents alike. Having won two NBA championships in the past three years and now on the verge of a third, the Warriors have set the gold standard for basketball greatness … …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/golden-state-warriors-seek-new-territory-in-esports-leagues-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsRe: “Judge scraps Oakland ban on coal shipments” (May 16, Eastbaytimes.com):. The recent court decision to allow coal to be transported through the Port of Oakland that will be burned in Asia must not be allowed to stand. Coal, one of the world’s worst … and more …read more Source:: Oakland CA News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/letter-oakland-must-not-be-part-of-the-global-coal-disaster-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Patch.comDriver Hits Home; Laptop Thieves: Berkeley, East Bay Police Log. EAST BAY, CA – The following is this week’s collection of weekly police, court and fire stories from around the East Bay. Driver Likely Suffers Pedal Confusion, Hits Livermore House. …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/driver-hits-home-laptop-thieves-berkeley-east-bay-police-log-patch-com/ via IFTTT

Manager, Trail Development Western Region, Oakland, CaliforniaSustainableBusiness.comRails-to-Trails Conservancy, a national nonprofit trails organization, seeks a Trail Development Manager for the Western Regional Office (in Oakland) to support our work creating trail networks that connect people to where they live, work and play. …read more Source:: Oakland California News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/manager-trail-development-western-region-oakland-california-sustainablebusiness-com/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleHere’s what an $8 million Bay Area restaurant looks like. By Justin Phillips. May 18, 2018. Puesto interior. … China Live, which cost more than $20 million to build on Broadway. Not long after came the Landing Cafe, a restaurant at the Oakland Zoo … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/heres-what-an-8-million-bay-area-restaurant-looks-like-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

Sporting News“Cal Athletics is committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels safe, welcome and respected, and the department, as well as the entire campus, has taken additional steps in recent years to address these issues. Through department-sponsored … and more …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/cal-athletics-staffer-fired-for-violating-sexual-violence-harassment-policy-sporting-news/ via IFTTT

The San Diego Union-TribuneAnd that came the day before Escondido Mayor Sam Abed and Supervisor Kristin Gaspar, the region’s two leading anti-sanctuary voices, joined other like-minded California officials at a White House meeting with President Donald Trump to discuss the issue … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/faulconer-forced-off-course-by-sanctuary-law-dispute-the-san-diego-union-tribune/ via IFTTT

Detroit Free PressAmid good news about Detroit, the rest of Wayne County and Macomb County, a new U-M study shows that Oakland County is Michigan’s economic … and more …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/new-u-m-study-shows-oakland-county-tops-in-michigan-for-affluence-detroit-free-press/ via IFTTT

oaklandpost.orgStudent member of the Oakland Board of Education Gema Quetzal Cardenas told City Council members public land should be used for affordable housing. … Supporting the development was Max Daigh of the California Charter School Association (CCSA). …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/community-demands-no-sale-of-public-land-to-private-charter-school-developer-oaklandpost-org/ via IFTTT

U.S. News & World ReportFILE PHOTO: The YM Bamboo, a container ship operated by the China Ocean Shipping Company (COSCO) is docked at the Port of Oakland in Oakland, California January 14, 2011. REUTERS/Beck Diefenbach/File Photo Reuters. By Kevin Yao and Ryan … and more …read more Source:: Port of Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/cutting-200-billion-from-us-china-trade-deficit-is-a-tall-order-u-s-news-world-report/ via IFTTT

KQEDI have been writing and speaking about Virginia wines recently because after an extensive tasting and short but diverse visit to the area, I walked away incredibly impressed. These are wines to shout about. One of the superstars of my tasting was the … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/check-please-bay-area-reviews-bucks-of-woodside-noodles-pho-me-gardenias-kqed/ via IFTTT

Athletics NationThe final score was 10-5 but it was a much more entertaining than the score even suggests. Whenever Toronto tried to fight their way back in against the A’s bullpen, Oakland’s lineup responded immediately with more insurance runs. It’s very unfortunate …Andrew Triggs departs with forearm injury in A’s win over Blue JaysThe Mercury […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/game-44-as-win-game-10-5-but-lose-triggs-athletics-nation/ via IFTTT

Strength in numbers: How the Warriors score a logistics victory every playoff gameSan Francisco Business TimesTodd Schneiderman may not sink three-pointers like Steph Curry or glide to the basket like Kevin Durant, but he is one of the most valuable members of the Golden State Warriors team. Overseeing the printing of more than 20,000 “Strength […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/strength-in-numbers-how-the-warriors-score-a-logistics-victory-every-playoff-game-san-francisco-business-times/ via IFTTT

Fox and Hounds DailyRanked choice voting is used for municipal elections in Alameda and San Francisco counties (and other cities across the U.S.) as well as to elect the national legislatures in Australia and Ireland. In 2018 it will be used for the first time for … …read more Source:: Alameda, California News From Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/top-two-malfunctions-democracy-suffers-fox-and-hounds-daily/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleOakland Mayor Libby Schaaf asked Kaiser CEO Bernard Tyson to make the investment as part of the new Mayors and CEOs for U.S. Housing Investment group, which made the announcement from Washington, where it is lobbying Congress for more federal …Healthcare Leader Kaiser Permanente Joins US Mayors And CEOs To Call For Increased […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/kaiser-will-put-200-million-toward-affordable-housing-homelessness-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

KTICThe first four batters of the game reached for Cal against Tapani, who labored and threw 32 pitches in the first inning. Jonah Davis singled with the bases loaded to give the Golden Bears an early 1-0 lead, and a fielder’s choice off the bat of Sam … and more …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/creighton-baseball-downs-cal-ktic/ via IFTTT

KGO-TVSad news for Golden State Warriors fans, you may remember their old mascot Thunder, who wowed fans with his acrobatics. Sadiki Fuller, who was the first Thunder and wore the costume from 1997 to 2002 passed away at the age of 44. There is no word on … …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/originator-of-golden-state-warriors-mascot-thunder-passes-away-at-age-44-kgo-tv/ via IFTTT

Laredo Morning TimesDuring a four-day operation at the end of February — which gained wider exposure due to Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf, who warned immigrants hours before it began — ICE officers traveled from the Central Valley to the northern reaches of California to … …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/ice-arrests-of-noncriminals-in-california-soar-amid-trump-crackdown-laredo-morning-times/ via IFTTT

Truck goes off Ord Ferry Road after GPS sends driver on shortcutChico Enterprise-RecordCalifornia Highway Patrol officer Kurt Powell said when the driver looked down at his phone, the truck drifted to the right and hit the bridge curb. The tire burst and the truck ran down the bridge rail for a while before rolling off […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/truck-goes-off-ord-ferry-road-after-gps-sends-driver-on-shortcut-chico-enterprise-record/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOAKLAND — A woman was arrested after a man was wounded Thursday in a shooting in East Oakland, police said, and others who fled in a vehicle were being …Suspect Arrested After Second Shooting Near Oakland School In 24 HoursCBS San Francisco Bay Area all 6 news articles …read more Source:: East Oakland […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/east-oakland-shooting-suspect-arrested-others-sought-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

The Mercury News​​Clarendon, 27, played at Cal from 2009-2013, leading the Golden Bears to their only Final Four in her senior season. Clarendon was the ninth ​player picked in the 2013 WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever.​ An All Star in 2017, she now plays for the … and more …read more Source:: California Golden […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/cal-athletic-department-employee-fired-after-report-verifies-sex-assault-allegations-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

GristMargaret Gordon founder of West Oakland Environmental Indicators Project, says that the port still faces a high hurdle in the form of mitigations for pollution from the new facility. If approved, the port would be built in West … As Jeremy Sussman … and more …read more Source:: Port of Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/can-oakland-still-stop-the-coal-trains-grist/ via IFTTT

Mother JonesOrganizers and community members who spoke out at the council meeting demanded changes to park rules regulating conduct around Oakland’s Lake Merritt, arguing that the rules are disproportionately enforced against African Americans. They also asked …California woman becomes social media joke after 911 phone callWILX-TVOakland Activists Demand City Investigates BBQ BeckyNews OneWATCH: White Woman […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/black-oaklanders-rally-around-racially-charged-barbecue-incident-that-became-a-viral-video-mother-jones/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ExaminerFor a second straight night, the Oakland Athletics ran up the pitch count of an impressive opposing starter. Unlike last night, though, the bullpen did enough to ensure that the offensive patience would lead to a win. A’s starter Andrew Triggs left in …Andrew Triggs departs with forearm injury in A’s win over […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/18/oakland-athletics-bullpen-holds-the-line-after-early-andrew-triggs-exit-as-as-take-opener-in-toronto-san-francisco-examiner/ via IFTTT

WPECOakland Raiders star defensive end Khalil Mack always believed in himself. Even when the big schools passed on him after playing just one year of high school football, he set new NCAA records at the University of Buffalo. On Thursday night his former …Watch: Raiders All Pro Khalil Mack’s high school Westwood retires his jerseySilver […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/oakland-raiders-star-khalil-macks-high-school-jersey-retired-by-the-westwood-panthers-wpec/ via IFTTT

Yahoo SportsOriginator of Golden State Warriors mascot ‘Thunder’ passes away at age 44. KGO – San Francisco May 17, 2018, 7:36 PM. Sad news for Warriors fans, you may remember their old mascot Thunder, who wowed fans with his acrobatics. Sadiki Fuller, who was … …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/originator-of-golden-state-warriors-mascot-thunder-passes-away-at-age-44-yahoo-sports/ via IFTTT

Patch.comCALIFORNIA — The voter registration deadline for California’s upcoming June 5 primary election is coming up on Monday, May 21. Any resident seeking to cast a ballot next month must be a United States citizen who will be 18 or older on Election Day, … and more …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/deadline-monday-berkeley-to-register-to-vote-patch-com/ via IFTTT

Thursday Morning News RoundupSFGateThe Alameda County Board Supervisors congratulated the Oakland City Council today for approving an exclusive negotiating agreement with the Oakland A’s to study building a new baseball stadium at the Coliseum complex. The City Council’s …. President … …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/thursday-morning-news-roundup-sfgate/ via IFTTT

DieHardsThe Oakland Raiders found a steal in the seventh round. Former Oklahoma State wide receiver Marcell Ateman slipped to the last round of the 2018 NFL Draft, landing with the Raiders as the 228th overall selection. Ateman could’ve dropped down the draft … …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/marcell-ateman-signs-with-oakland-raiders-cowgirls-soccer-nabs-iceland-star-elena-brynjarsdottir-diehards/ via IFTTT

Fast CompanyThe restaurant hasn’t moved, but the creek was buried underground in a culvert nearby, and the marsh that once surrounded the area has been developed, built on debris from the 1906 earthquake. The building now sits on Bayshore Boulevard, a street with … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/how-to-redesign-the-bay-area-to-fight-future-climate-disasters-fast-company/ via IFTTT

California Golden Blogs (blog)This is mainly due to their poor RPI (the result of a very bad non-conference schedule, curse Bakersfield and Brown for stinking it up since Cal went 8-0 against them) so hopefully the Bears pull off an upset at Creighton today and this weekend. (or … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/golden-nuggets-is-the-pac-12-in-danger-of-losing-power-5-status-california-golden-blogs-blog/ via IFTTT

Patch.comBERKELEY, CA — Two men were arrested and a gun seized during a traffic stop in Berkeley on Monday. The men have been identified as Javon Lee and … and more …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/16/gun-seized-2-oakland-men-arrested-in-berkeley-berkeley-ca-patch-patch-com/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleThis is why a coffee shop in East Oakland doesn’t serve uniformed police officers. This is why a church in Oakland wants to create alternatives to calling police. Some internet sleuths have named a person they believe is the woman in that video. I …Oaklanders fight racism with Lake Merritt dance party, BBQ […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/even-in-oakland-calling-the-cops-on-black-people-just-living-their-lives-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

New York TimesYet even after university officials suspended the doctor, George Tyndall, in 2016 and forced him to step down a year later, they did not report the accusations to the California Medical Board. When their … A single test could free this man from death … and more …read more Source:: Alameda, California News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/california-today-medical-experts-blast-uscs-silence-over-gynecologist-scandal-new-york-times/ via IFTTT

NJ.comThe Golden State Warriors, led by Stephen Curry and up 1-0 in the NBA’s best-of-seven Western Conference Finals, met the Houston Rockets, led by James Harden, in Game 2 on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 (5/16/18) at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.Rockets get everything they need to top Warriors, even seriesESPNAfter taking the Warriors‘ best punch, […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/golden-state-warriors-vs-houston-rockets-recap-score-and-stats-game-2-5-16-18-nj-com/ via IFTTT

Daily CalifornianAround town with Allison: Oakland’s historic Jack London Square … Serving vegan soul food, Souley Vegan has been a favorite among the vegan and nonvegan folk in the Bay Area, and rightfully so. The first thing I noticed when I walked into this place … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/around-town-with-allison-oaklands-historic-jack-london-square-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

San Francisco ExaminerEven after allowing three runs in the bottom of the first and facing the likes of Chris Sale, the Oakland Athletics still had a shot at their first sweep at Fenway Park since 1990 on Wednesday. They did, that is, until Xander Bogaerts stepped to the plate. …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/oakland-athletics-as-cant-complete-sweep-in-bronx-san-francisco-examiner/ via IFTTT

West African Oakland University graduate brings electricity to Nigerian apartmentsThe Oakland PressAbdrahamane Traoré stands near the wind/solar/battery microgrid he helped optimize at an apartment complex in Nigeria. The project was done in collaboration with a local energy company and was part of Traoré’s dissertation for his Ph.D. in Systems … …read more Source:: Oakland CA […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/west-african-oakland-university-graduate-brings-electricity-to-nigerian-apartments-the-oakland-press/ via IFTTT

ESPNBehind a playoff career-high 22 points from forward PJ Tucker, and with 27 points off the bench from guard Eric Gordon, the NBA-best Rockets led by as many as 29 points in the second half, the largest deficit Golden State has faced this postseason. In …After taking the Warriors‘ best punch, the Rockets responded with […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/05/17/rockets-get-everything-they-need-to-top-warriors-even-series-espn/ via IFTTT