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WDIV ClickOnDetroitCLARKSTON, Mich. – A man charged with murder after authorities say he ran over a sheriff’s deputy in southeastern Michigan has been found competent for trial. A judge on Monday made the ruling in the case of 22-year-old Christopher Berak of Macomb …Suspect in deputy’s death competent for trialThe Detroit News all 4 news […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/man-charged-in-oakland-county-deputy-eric-overalls-death-found-competent-for-trial-wdiv-clickondetroit/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsI swung hard on every assignment my editors threw at me and now I’ve been handed the keys to cover this exciting, young A’s team that is loaded with potential. And I’ve got some exciting plans to bring you the best coverage I can. Martin Gallegos, Bay … …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/meet-our-new-as-beat-writer-martin-gallegos-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOAKLAND — One person died early Monday after a fire broke out at a homeless encampment West Oakland. Crews responded just before 5:25 a.m. to the blaze, which appears to be in the 2600 block of Northgate Avenue, just north of Sycamore Street. Fire … and more …read more Source:: East Oakland News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/one-dead-in-blaze-at-west-oakland-homeless-camp-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsOverall, the Warriors committed 16 turnovers that led to 25 points for the Suns. … On Nov. 13, 2016 at Oracle Arena, Thompson scored 14 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter as the Warriors won 133-120. Thompson, Curry (30) and Durant (29) combined …Warriors host new-look SunsFOXSports.comPhoenix Suns clash with Golden […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/warriors-tonight-will-gsw-turn-suns-into-latest-victims-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Sacramento BeeYet each year, California residents leave approximately $2 billion in tax credits on the table, with one of the nation’s lowest rates for filing for the credit. That money is badly needed in a state where rents are among the nation’s highest and where … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/california-families-are-missing-out-on-tax-credit-sacramento-bee/ via IFTTT

To Fund the Resistance, Berkeley Turns to CryptocurrencyCityLabThis spring, Berkeley, California, might become the first to develop its own digital currency for buying municipal bonds. This “crypto-impact” project is the brainchild of Berkeley city councilman Ben Bartlett and Berkeley mayor Jesse Arreguín, who are …Initial Coin Offering Planned By The City of BerkeleyBlockTribune all 2 […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/to-fund-the-resistance-berkeley-turns-to-cryptocurrency-citylab/ via IFTTT

Sacramento BeeSome other places in Southern California are in the process of approving on-site consumption, including West Hollywood. None of Sacramento’s 30 dispensaries has a smoking lounge, but some owners have expressed an interest in opening one, said Joe … …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/san-francisco-allows-pot-smoking-lounges-is-sacramento-next-sacramento-bee/ via IFTTT

Golden State of MindFor the season, the Warriors are ranked second to last, allowing opponents to score 111 points per 100 possessions in the opening quarter — for reference we held opponents to only 100 points last season and ranked second overall. The team is talented … …read more Source:: Golden State Warriors News By […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/preview-warriors-look-to-extend-their-win-streak-against-the-suns-golden-state-of-mind/ via IFTTT

CALmatters Commentary: Pols can’t have it both ways on climate changeFairfield Daily Republic“By the end of this century Oakland, California, will be experiencing a ‘100-year flood’ every week,” Newman writes. “At least that’s what the Oakland city government argued last year, when it filed a lawsuit against several oil companies for … and more …read […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/calmatters-commentary-pols-cant-have-it-both-ways-on-climate-change-fairfield-daily-republic/ via IFTTT

247Sports (blog)While a large focus in the build-up to the NFL draft is around figuring out which player your favorite team will pick with their first-round selection, sometimes the best picks of all come in the middle-to-late rounds. For the Oakland Raiders, their … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/intriguing-rb-john-kelly-mocked-to-raiders-in-middle-rounds-247sports-blog/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay AreaAn Oakland carjacking suspect was arrested Sunday afternoon in Antioch after a pursuit and standoff, police said. (Published 3 minutes ago). An Oakland carjacking suspect was arrested Sunday afternoon in Antioch after a pursuit and standoff, police …String of crimes leads Oakland police on high-speed chase through AntiochKRON4.comOakland carjack suspect chased, arrested in […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/12/oakland-carjacking-suspect-arrested-after-chase-to-antioch-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

East Bay TimesOAKLAND — After a woman and man were found shot to death inside a home in Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood Sunday morning, police are investigating the case as an apparent murder-suicide, authorities said. The two were found inside a house in the 5800 … and more …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/oakland-police-probe-apparent-rockridge-murder-suicide-east-bay-times/ via IFTTT

In legacy of Mendez court case, UC Berkeley should promote diversityDaily CalifornianAs a Salvadoran American from a small family living in Huntington Park, California, attending UC Berkeley was a drastic change, to say the least. The scale of the university itself, the new sense of responsibility and the exigency to keep up with an … […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/in-legacy-of-mendez-court-case-uc-berkeley-should-promote-diversity-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

Possible Murder-Suicide In OaklandPatch.comOAKLAND, CA — Officers are investigating a possible murder-suicide that took place on Keith Avenue in Oakland Sunday morning, police said. Officers responded to the 5800 block of Keith Avenue around 10:16 a.m. after getting a report of gunfire … and more …read more Source:: Oakland California News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/possible-murder-suicide-in-oakland-patch-com/ via IFTTT

NFL Spin ZoneIf the Oakland Raiders plan on returning to relevance next season, they’d be wise to follow this seven-round mock draft during the 2018 NFL Draft. Heading into the 2017 campaign, the Oakland Raiders had the unmistakable look of a legitimate contender …Oakland Raiders would be wise to steer well clear of the IslandGolden […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/oakland-raiders-7-round-2018-mock-draft-in-early-february-nfl-spin-zone/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsNow that the deadline has passed, Looney, who is in his third season with the Warriors, said the so-called elephant in the room has disappeared. “There’s a huge sense of relief,” Looney said. “This is a great team and you want to be here. You have a … and more …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/kevon-looney-felt-a-huge-sense-of-relief-after-trade-deadline-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Golden State of MindAfter languishing on the cold deep end of the bench for most of the season, Kerr dusted Javale McGee off a few nights ago in a game in Utah that ended up being one of the worst losses of Kerr’s tenure with the Warriors. Lost in the 30-point blowout … …read more […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/javale-mcgee-and-the-warriors-need-each-other-golden-state-of-mind/ via IFTTT

Late Metallica Bassist Honored in California CommunityU.S. News & World ReportOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — A heavy metal hero is being celebrated in the San Francisco Bay Area community where he grew up. Supervisors in Alameda County named Feb. 10 Cliff Burton Day, in honor of the late bassist of Metallica who was born in Castro […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/late-metallica-bassist-honored-in-california-community-u-s-news-world-report/ via IFTTT

California Golden Blogs (blog)The Golden Bears put together a very solid class, and in the process moved up 32 spots from their 75th class ranking last year. A class heavy on offensive linemen and linebackers, two of the top-ranked players are actually four-star wide receiver Nikko … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News By […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/golden-nuggets-cal-fb-one-of-the-most-improved-recruiting-teams-in-2018-california-golden-blogs-blog/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsLong open walls expand the space into a second, lower-ceilinged dining area. “Smoke” is the word at Copper Spoon. In addition to some smoky bites on the menu, the bar is heavy into mezcal, with drinks like the Fight The Power and the lower-alcohol … …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurant News From Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/02/11/first-look-at-oaklands-copper-spoon-cocktails-kitchen-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT