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Monday’s top prospect performers – MLB.com

MLB.comA’s No. 15 prospect Kevin Merrell came a home run away from hitting for the cycle in Class A Advanced Stockton’s 6-1 win over Modesto. The speedy shortstop opened the game with a triple, singled in his second at-bat before adding a fifth-inning double … …read more Source:: Oakland Athletics News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/mondays-top-prospect-performers-mlb-com/ via IFTTT

Mayor Schaaf to illegal dumpers in Oakland: ‘we will humiliate you’ – KTVU San Francisco

KTVU San FranciscoOAKLAND, Calif. (KTVU) – East Oakland residents say they’re fed up with people illegally dumping garbage in their neighborhoods and they’re demanding city leaders to take action. They held a community meeting at the gym of St. Anthony’s School Monday … and more …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/mayor-schaaf-to-illegal-dumpers-in-oakland-we-will-humiliate-you-ktvu-san-francisco/ via IFTTT

Warriors rely on Kevin Durant, Klay Thomspon to withstand Spurs’ adjustments in 116-101 Game 2 win – The Mercury News

The Mercury NewsGolden State Warriors’ David West (3) dunks the ball over San Antonio Spurs’ Bryn Forbes (11) during the second quarter of Game 2 of their NBA first-round playoff series at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., on Monday, April 16, 2018. (Jose Carlos …Spurs land some punches, still fall in OaklandSan Antonio Express-News all […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/warriors-rely-on-kevin-durant-klay-thomspon-to-withstand-spurs-adjustments-in-116-101-game-2-win-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Draymond Green: Davis Bertans should’ve earned flagrant foul, too – ESPN

ESPNOAKLAND — Golden State forward Draymond Green said he should not have been the only player to receive a flagrant 1 foul late in Monday’s 116-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of their first-round series. Green said Spurs forward Davis …Warriors‘ Draymond Green raising his defense for playoffsSFGate all 18 news […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/draymond-green-davis-bertans-shouldve-earned-flagrant-foul-too-espn/ via IFTTT

Even after break, the White Sox bats don’t awake in loss to the Athletics – WGN-TV

WGN-TVHe drops to 0-2 on the season despite the fact that he’s allowed just three earned runs in 19 innings. Luis Avilan relieved him and caught a bad break when Tim Anderson let a grounder from Jed Lawrie get past him and go to the outfield, allowing two … and more …read more Source:: Oakland […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/even-after-break-the-white-sox-bats-dont-awake-in-loss-to-the-athletics-wgn-tv/ via IFTTT

Warriors Shift Gears in 2nd Half to Rout Spurs in Game 2 – NBC Bay Area

NBC Bay AreaOAKLAND, CA – APRIL 16: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors complains about a call during their game against the San Antonio Spurs during Game 2 of Round 1 of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena on April 16, 2018 in Oakland, California …San Antonio Spurs vs. Golden State Warriors […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/warriors-shift-gears-in-2nd-half-to-rout-spurs-in-game-2-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

California restaurant kitchen staff can share in tips under new law – Santa Cruz Sentinel

California restaurant kitchen staff can share in tips under new lawSanta Cruz SentinelBay Area restaurateurs have grappled with how to close the pay gap, particularly as wages overall have been pushed up through both minimum wage legislation and a tight labor market. Before the new law took effect, some Bay Area restaurants had found … […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/17/california-restaurant-kitchen-staff-can-share-in-tips-under-new-law-santa-cruz-sentinel/ via IFTTT

Berkeley alumnus Jeff Bleich to run for lieutenant governor of California – Daily Californian

Daily CalifornianJeff Bleich, former California State University, or CSU, trustee chair and UC Berkeley School of Law graduate, is running for lieutenant governor of California in the upcoming 2018 election. Bleich said he was inspired to run after the previous … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/berkeley-alumnus-jeff-bleich-to-run-for-lieutenant-governor-of-california-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

Raiders host Tulane CB Parry Nickerson for pre-draft visit – 247Sports (blog)

247Sports (blog)The Oakland Raiders brought in yet another defensive player for a pre-NFL draft visit on Monday. To this point, their obvious focus with these visits has been on targeting mid-to-late round prospects in spots like cornerback, linebacker and on the … …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/raiders-host-tulane-cb-parry-nickerson-for-pre-draft-visit-247sports-blog/ via IFTTT

Bob Melvin, A’s expect ‘exciting’ atmosphere for Tuesday’s free-ticket promotion – SFGate

SFGateA’s manager Bob Melvin expects the Coliseum to be lively Tuesday night. To mark the 50th anniversary of their first game in Oakland, the A’s gave away tickets to Tuesday’s game against the White Sox. The team issued 200,000 tickets and expects roughly …Blast From the Past: A’s to Start Former All-Star in 50th Anniversary […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/bob-melvin-as-expect-exciting-atmosphere-for-tuesdays-free-ticket-promotion-sfgate/ via IFTTT

East Bay Cities Consider Banning Companies That Help ICE Track Down Immigrants From Bidding on City Contracts – East Bay Express

East Bay ExpressThe City of San Pablo also recently delayed voting on a project to significantly expand its existing surveillance system with additional Vigilant Solutions’ cameras and software. Tonight, San Pablo’s city council will vote again on the surveillance … and more …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/east-bay-cities-consider-banning-companies-that-help-ice-track-down-immigrants-from-bidding-on-city-contracts-east-bay-express/ via IFTTT

Cal grad transfer RB Tre Watson to take official visit to Texas – Burnt Orange Nation

Burnt Orange NationArmed with extra scholarships, the Texas Longhorns continue to pursue graduate transfer targets, including California Golden Bears running back Tre Watson, who will take an official visit to Austin for the Orange-White game this weekend: Heading back …WATCH: Cal RB Tre Watson’s highlights247Sports all 11 news articles …read more Source:: California Golden Bears […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/cal-grad-transfer-rb-tre-watson-to-take-official-visit-to-texas-burnt-orange-nation/ via IFTTT

Two suspects in East Oakland home burglary arrested; third being questioned – The Mercury News

The Mercury NewsOAKLAND — Police arrested two men suspected of burglarizing an East Oakland home Monday afternoon and were questioning a possible third suspect, authorities said.. Police responded about 2:20 p.m. Monday to a report of a house being burglarized in the … and more …read more Source:: East Oakland News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/two-suspects-in-east-oakland-home-burglary-arrested-third-being-questioned-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

Athletics return home for three-game set vs. White Sox – White Cleat Beat

White Cleat Beat… struck out 12 overs 16 total innings. The White Sox will send Reynaldo Lopez to the mound as he looks to continue his hot start to the season. Lopez has a 0.69 ERA in his two starts, striking out 11 over 13 innings. He’s only given up four hits all …“More with […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/athletics-return-home-for-three-game-set-vs-white-sox-white-cleat-beat/ via IFTTT

Media advisory: Experts look at Bay Area youth, family homelessness – UC Berkeley

UC BerkeleyModerating the discussion will be Carolina Reid, a UC Berkeley assistant professor of city and regional planning and the Terner Center for Housing Innovation’s faculty research director. She specializes in housing and community development, access to … and more …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/media-advisory-experts-look-at-bay-area-youth-family-homelessness-uc-berkeley/ via IFTTT

How Female Bartenders Used the Farmers Market to Grow a Movement – Eater SF

Eater SFWhen a group of 12 Bay Area bartenders arrived at the Ferry Building Farmers market two weeks ago to select the spirits, fresh herbs, and local produce for drinks they’ll mix at the annual Spring Cocktails of the Farmers Market, the fact that all of … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Restaurants News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/how-female-bartenders-used-the-farmers-market-to-grow-a-movement-eater-sf/ via IFTTT

Oakland University reels in Riedl – Chicago Daily Herald

Chicago Daily HeraldRiedl signed a letter for intent six days ago to play for Oakland University in Rochester, Mich. The three-time all-area selection, who led West with 276 kills last fall, will study math. “What attracted me to Oakland was the strong volleyball program … …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/oakland-university-reels-in-riedl-chicago-daily-herald/ via IFTTT

Oakland Raiders 2018 offseason moves – Pro Football Focus

Pro Football FocusNew, old head coach Jon Gruden’s first offseason back with the Oakland Raiders has been one heavily involved with veteran signings and the removal of several key components from the past few years. Gone are cornerbacks T.J. Carries and David Amerson …Oakland Raiders: How to add cornerback help in the first three roundsGolden […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/oakland-raiders-2018-offseason-moves-pro-football-focus/ via IFTTT

‘Survival is sweet revenge.’ The odyssey of Anna Rabkin, a Holocaust survivor – Berkeleyside

Berkeleyside“I have lived in Berkeley, California, for many decades,” Anna writes in her preface, “but my life story spans continents. While it is common to describe life as a journey, mine has been a literal one: from my family’s frantic flight across Poland; my … and more …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/survival-is-sweet-revenge-the-odyssey-of-anna-rabkin-a-holocaust-survivor-berkeleyside/ via IFTTT

Ranked-choice voting could come into play in SF mayor’s race – San Francisco Chronicle

San Francisco Chronicle“This election is wide open, and the candidate who makes the best case in the final seven weeks will win the election,” said political consultant John Whitehurst, who has run past mayoral campaigns in San Francisco and Oakland. Whitehurst said all of … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Mayor Race News By […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/16/ranked-choice-voting-could-come-into-play-in-sf-mayors-race-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT