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ESPN (blog)A few thoughts on the Raiders drafting Texas Tech’s DeAndre Washington with the fourth pick of the fifth round, No. 143 overall. My take: The Raiders needed a backup running back for Latavius Murray and the pinball-like Washington fits the bill, the … and more …read more From:: West Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SCtd04 via IFTTT

ESPN (blog)OAKLAND, Calif. — Alvin Gentry was hired as the New Orleans Pelicans head coach while he was still a Golden State Warriors assistant, embroiled in the NBA Finals. At the time, Steve Kerr joked about the advantage of having “two head coaches” at once.Warriors news: With Luke Walton announced as Lakers coach, could Harrison […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/21mHZdC via IFTTT

SECcountry.comThe former LSU offensive lineman was selected at pick No. 234 by the Oakland Raiders in the seventh round of the 2016 NFL Draft on Saturday. The 6-foot-6, 329-pounder was a four-year starter with the Tigers, seeing time at both guard and tackle.Oakland Raiders draft Vadal Alexander247SportsLSU’s Vadal Alexander chosen by Oakland in the 2016 […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1NKDcAj via IFTTT

Genova Delicatessen serves its last sandwiches in OaklandEast Bay TimesCustomer David Mark, of Oakland, shakes hands with Genova Delicatessen co-owner David DeVincenzi during the deli’s last day of business in Oakland, Calif., on Saturday, April 30, 2016. The deli has operated in the Temescal neighborhood since 1926. and more …read more From:: Oakland Restaurant News […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1r7katv via IFTTT

San Jose Mercury NewsOAKLAND — Police are investigating a shooting that injured at least four people Friday night in West Oakland. The shooting was reported about 9:14 p.m. in the 3200 block of San Pablo Avenue, near Saint Andrews Plaza, said Oakland police. No one has …4 injured in West Oakland shootingKTVU San Francisco all […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/24dzV46 via IFTTT

Cal AthleticsBERKELEY, Calif. – The California Golden Bears (23-15, 9-10 Pac-12) fell in the series opener to the Washington Huskies (24-14, 10-6 Pac-12) 4-2 on Friday night at Evans Diamond. Cal senior designated hitter Devin Pearson had a very good night for the …Cal Baseball loses series opener to UW 4-2California Golden Blogs (blog) all […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/24sHh0o via IFTTT

Raiders.comQ: Did you have an idea you were headed to Oakland before the draft started? Calhoun: “Not at all, honestly. I know that when I came out to visit Oakland, I came back home and talked to my family. When I got back, I kind of told them I kind of felt …Oakland Raiders draft […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/24dzV42 via IFTTT

KTVU San FranciscoOAKLAND, Calif. (KTVU/BCN) – Police are responding to a shooting in West Oakland where at least four people were injured Friday night. The incident was reported around 9:15 p.m. in the 3200 block of San Pablo Avenue at 32nd Street, near Saint Andrews …Police investigating West Oakland shootingSan Jose Mercury News all 2 […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/24sHh0k via IFTTT

WNCN(KRON) — A family is seeking help to pay medical expenses for their child diagnosed with brain cancer, and the medical treatments are not even offered in the United States. But a Golden State Warriors fan is stepping up to help the little girl get the … …read more From:: Golden State Warriors News By […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1O4weRq via IFTTT

Daily MailSteph Curry is working out his injured right knee up to three times a day, spending four to five hours at the Golden State Warriors‘ practice facility, to try to get back on the court. The reigning MVP wants to return for the defending NBA champions as …Golden State Warriors‘ Stephen Curry suffers knee […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1VZxGwU via IFTTT

SFBayHis announcement came only a week after the Oakland City Council and the Alameda County Board of Supervisors both voted to approve a lease extension agreement that will keep the Raiders at the Coliseum for at least one more year and possibly up to …Viva Las Raiders: Owner Mark Davis to make a commitment to […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1rpaI5i via IFTTT

SFBayHis announcement came only a week after the Oakland City Council and the Alameda County Board of Supervisors both voted to approve a lease extension agreement that will keep the Raiders at the Coliseum for at least one more year and possibly up to …Viva Las Raiders: Owner Mark Davis to make a commitment to […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1rpaI5i via IFTTT

This Week In SF Food: Homage Debuts, Evil Eye Heads To The Mission, And MoreSFistYou’ll recall that Lemonade was snatching up a number of former La Boulange storefronts, and has a total of six Bay Area locations in the works. The LA businesses are likely getting a Red Lobster-style Beyoncé boost thanks to her album […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/26DtF4k via IFTTT

SB NationOn the second day of the 2016 NFL Draft, the Oakland Raiders selected former Illinois defensive lineman Jihad Ward, picking him No. 44 overall. Ward’s selection breaks a three-year drought for the Fighting Illini, who have not seen one of their alumni …Oakland Raiders Draft Jihad WardWriting Illini2016 NFL Draft Round 2: At Pick […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SQEbOp via IFTTT

Golden State of MindWith a win, the Blazers would advance to the second round where they’d face the Golden State Warriors sans Stephen Curry, a seemingly fortuitous turn of events if you ignore that the Warriors just demolished the Houston Rockets by 33 points just the … and more …read more From:: Golden State Warriors […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1TbrlYd via IFTTT

7×7Lam is an expert chef who has been cooking for most of his life, but when he immigrated from Vietnam three years ago, it was hard to break into the lofty world of Bay Area restaurants, let alone save up enough money for his own brick-and-mortar. Lam … and more …read more From:: Oakland Restaurant […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1Tbro6r via IFTTT

San Francisco ChronicleMeanwhile, Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf is staying the wise course: She wants the team to stay, but only with a deal that is fair to “the Raiders, the fans and the taxpayers.” Translation: no big giveaways. Perhaps the most sensible idea of all has been … and more …read more From:: Libby Schaaf […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/24bXSst via IFTTT

ESPN (blog)Even if Golden State can beat, say, the Portland Trail Blazers without Curry’s services, it’s a distressing development, to be sure. Athletes can find inspiration in misfortune, though. Right now, the Warriors fight for Steph Curry while seeking to …Golden State Warriors‘ Steph Curry Rehabbing Knee Several Times A DayCBS LocalTrail Blazers and Golden […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/26DtCFG via IFTTT

Oakland couple, San Leandro woman linked to Marin burglary spreeSan Jose Mercury NewsMARIN COUNTY — Marin sheriff’s detectives arrested three East Bay residents in an alleged property crime spree in West Marin, Muir Beach, the Marin Headlands, Mill Valley and San Rafael. Ashley Nicole DaSilva, 25, of San Leandro, her husband Michael … and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/1SQEbOk via IFTTT

Man shot and wounded in East OaklandSan Jose Mercury NewsOAKLAND — A man was shot and wounded in East Oakland on Friday afternoon, police said. The man sustained a leg wound and although his condition was not immediately known, he is expected to recover. The shooting happened about 1:07 p.m. Friday in … and more […] from WordPress http://ift.tt/26DtF4d via IFTTT