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Hearing for West Berkeley murder ‘still under investigation’ enters 3rd dayDaily CalifornianOAKLAND — The preliminary hearing for the 2014 murder of 36-year-old Kamahl Middleton in West Berkeley continued Monday and brought to light new testimony and forensic data from police. In December, 18-year-old Khalil Phanor, 20-year-old Carl … …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1cvhFtl via IFTTT

Berkeley Unified School District, teachers’ union reach tentative contract …Daily CalifornianBerkeley Unified School District and the local teachers’ union came to a tentative agreement Thursday on contract negotiations that will increase teacher salaries, stipends and benefits, as well as award teachers a one-time bonus. The agreement, which …School district, teachers agree on teacher contractsBerkeleyside all […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1eMRjow via IFTTT

Troubled nonprofit asks Oakland for 2nd bailoutSFGateAn Oakland nonprofit that has controlled millions of dollars in federal job training funds despite a troubled history is counting on city officials to help bail it out of its financial gloom. The Oakland Private Industry Council, which Oakland … …read more From:: Oakland City Council News From Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1eMRjos via IFTTT

US: Port of Oakland hit by fresh work stoppage accusationFresh Fruit PortalThe Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) claimed officials from the International Longshore and Warehouse Union’s (ILWU) Local 34 at the Port of Oakland refused to dispatch workers for the second shift on Sunday (May 31), causing a shutdown of the port’s …Oakland work stoppage foreshadows […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1eMRjoq via IFTTT

Oakland council set to approve $4 million hills fire-prevention grantSan Jose Mercury NewsOAKLAND — The Oakland Fire Department on Monday released details of a plan to remove highly flammable eucalyptus trees and non-native bushes from city hills a day ahead of an Oakland City Council vote to accept $4 million from the federal government …and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1eMRjom via IFTTT

Jury convicts third man in Oakland girl’s slayingSan Jose Mercury NewsMarquise Thompson <cq>, 25, is the third defendant to be convicted in the Dec. 30, 2012 shooting that killed 15-year-old Jubrille Jordan <cq> and wounded a 14-year-old boy outside an East Oakland apartment complex at 66th Avenue and Lion …and more …read more From:: East […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1cvhDSl via IFTTT

Cam Newton Worth $100 Million - More Without Mike Shula - Video Cam Newton is set to sign a new contract that will pay him north of $100 million. But I contend Newton, the Carolina Panthers second best quarterback in its history, would be worth even more if Mike Shula were not his offensive coordinator. Under Rod Chubdinski Cam set a then rookie first game record of almost 500 yards passing against the Arizona Cardinals and overall had an incredible first year. Then Rod went to Cleveland and Mike Shula took over Since then Shula has been in love with making Cam Newton run a lot. Moreover the passing game was not well designed. And Shula didn't give Cam sideline homework to do to make his in game performance improve. Without Shula, Newton is worth much more! via IFTTT http://youtu.be/6Sdyz8BQ2bs

Caitlyn Jenner Hate By Drake Bell Wrong, But.. - Video Caitlyn Jenner Hate By Drake Bell Wrong But.. Caitlyn Jenner is someone we need to talk about too. Hooray for Caitlyn Jenner but we have the right to remember Bruce Jenner too! via IFTTT http://youtu.be/Xvy7UXD3_8Y

Caitlyn Jenner Not Tweeted By Kylie Jenner - Video Caitlyn Jenner Not Tweeted By Kylie Jenner Caitlyn Jenner has received praise from many but not a word or peep from Kylie Jenner, the daughter of Bruce Jenner who became Caitlyn Jenner. That speaks volumes and shows that Caitlyn Jenner has a giant issue to deal with: Kylie Jenner. Stay tuned. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/4vW_pK8Ying

Archbishop Romero Headed for Sainthood Lives on in the MissionMission LocalThere are three moments in the life of Gloria Cañas, a Salvadoran living in the Mission, that belong to her most indelible memories. The first is when she received her First Communion from the hands of the Salvadoran Monsignor Oscar Romero. “It was …and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1FZjXwK via IFTTT

Goransson Leads 4 Bears on All-Pac-12 TeamsCal AthleticsBERKELEY – Andre Goransson capped a strong sophomore season by claiming an All-Pac-12 first-team spot, with California placing a total of four Golden Bears on the All-Pac-12 teams, the conference announced on Monday. Cal senior Gregory Bayane, … …read more From:: California Golden Bears News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1FZjZoh via IFTTT

Oakland Local Temporarily Ceases Operations As It Seeks New ManagementEast Bay Express (blog)Oakland Local announced today that it will temporarily suspend publication starting June 15 while it seeks replacements for its management team. The announcement came after editor and publisher Susan Mernit, associate publisher Margaret Lucas, and …Oakland Local: Seeking new management as of June […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1cuYUpP via IFTTT

Indictment: Berkeley senior exposed himself to childrenAsbury Park PressAn Ocean County grand jury has handed up an indictment charging Gustavo Miranda, 73, of Berkeley Township, with two counts each of sexual assault, child endangerment and lewdness in connection with incidents on Sept. 11 and Nov 6 in Toms River. …read more From:: Berkeley Ca. News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1FZjXwG via IFTTT

Times, Telecasts Announced For Four 2015 GamesCal AthleticsBERKELEY – Cal’s first two home football games of the 2015 season will kick off at 2 p.m. PT and be televised by the Pac-12 Networks, while the Golden Bears‘ Sept. 19 contest at Texas will start at 4:30 p.m. and air on FOX, the Pac-12 announced Monday.and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1cuYU9z via IFTTT

Eleven auto burglaries in or near UC Berkeley campus in maySan Jose Mercury NewsBERKELEY – Eleven auto burglaries have occurred in May on or near the campus of the University of California at Berkeley, the University of California police said. In nearly all of the incidents, drivers left valuables in their cars and burglars …and […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1FZjZ7T via IFTTT

Teen and children’s stages filled with performancesSan Francisco Chronicle (subscription)visit|Local-San Francisco|navigation|2 …. A performance by the Bay Area’s young, rising hip-hop artists. … 11 a.m. Kim Culbertson — Catch a Falling Star: Seventeen-year-old Carter Moon is planning a low-key summer of stargazing with her best …and more …read more From:: Oakland Restaurants News By Google […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1cuYU9v via IFTTT

Guest commentary: Showcasing Oakland’s future on the shores of Lake MerrittContra Costa TimesThe Oakland City Council has a rare opportunity to showcase its vision for the city while meeting its obligations under the law to help address a worsening housing crisis. Oakland owns a piece of prime real estate on the shores of Lake Merritt. […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1FZjXgo via IFTTT

Video: Illegal sideshows take over streets in OaklandSFGateThere have also been sideshows at the Port of Oakland and along Interstates 580 and 880. In November, a massive sideshow at the port came to a halt when CHP officers from around the region, already in town to monitor anti-police protests, boxed in more …and more …read […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1cuYVdA via IFTTT

Caitlyn Jenner In Red Dress In Porsche - Video Caitlyn Jenner In Red Dress In Porsche That is Caitlyn Jenner in a red dress in a Porsche. And yet another photo from her shoot for Vanity Fair Magazine. via IFTTT http://youtu.be/p1f8CoSkpI8

Caitlyn Jenner Resembles Jessica Lange - Video Caitlyn Jenner Resembles Jessica Lange A number of people have said that Caitlyn Jenner, who was Bruce Jenner, resembles Jessica Lange. I thought Karen Black but now that I see the photo, I agree. Someone else said Rene Russo. Thoughts? via IFTTT http://youtu.be/toXCyu-G5Bk