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San Francisco ChronicleOakland Mayor Libby Schaaf has likened the talks to an “exclusive dating” agreement where both sides agree only to talk with each other. And Schaaf said she “loves — just loves” the A’s idea of an overhead tram to shuttle fans between downtown Oakland … …read more Source:: Oakland CA News By Google […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/as-oakland-could-be-taking-a-2nd-look-at-howard-terminal-for-stadium-site-san-francisco-chronicle/ via IFTTT

Express.co.ukBut American sports journalist Nick Wright has revealed what he thinks Kerr’s comments really meant. The Warriors missed the chance to sweep their NBA playoffs first-round series against the San Antonio Spurs last night. They currently lead 3-1 with …Coach Steve Kerr says Stephen Curry will not play ‘anytime soon’NBA.com all 4 news articles …read […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/steph-curry-injury-what-steve-kerr-really-meant-after-warriors-star-comeback-comments-express-co-uk/ via IFTTT

The Mercury NewsBut in Orange County, the city of Los Alamitos took the first step last month to fire back at the sanctuary policy, shattering the Golden State’s reputation as anti-Trump territory. Los Alamitos Mayor Troy Edgar argued that his city was simply abiding … and more …read more Source:: Oakland City Council News From […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/california-cities-are-rebelling-against-state-sanctuary-law-but-how-far-can-they-go-the-mercury-news/ via IFTTT

CBSSports.comThe Raiders have 11 picks heading into the draft, and with plenty of issues on both sides of the ball, what they’ll do at No. 10 is wide open. The obvious option is to grab the best defensive player. Even though they have a transcendent pass-rusher in …NFL Network Analyst Mike Mayock Talks Raiders Draft […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/oakland-raiders-mock-draft-top-defender-likely-at-no-10-predictions-for-every-pick-cbssports-com/ via IFTTT

Daily CalifornianEarth Day activities sprouted up across Berkeley this week as the city celebrated its first Earth Day festival in five years. Established in 1969 after a devastating oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara, the United States first officially … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/berkeley-celebrates-48th-earth-day-with-1st-official-festival-in-5-years-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

KTVU San FranciscoOAKLAND, Calif. (BCN) – Oakland community organizers and politicians will gather on the steps of Frank H. Ogawa plaza Monday to demand a repeal of the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act. The rally will take place at noon and community members will …Mayor Eric Garcetti to Join Housing Advocates, Labor Leaders, and Community Organizations […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/affordable-housing-rallies-in-oakland-sacramento-and-los-angeles-ktvu-san-francisco/ via IFTTT

To Reduce Emissions From Port Trucks One Man Proposes Shipping Traffic Out To SeaHellenic Shipping News WorldwideLabar agreed with Snyder’s assessment that any product that could be shipped to Oakland or other Northern California ports is already being shipped there directly by foreign vessels adding that the trucking industry is looking internally to cut down […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/to-reduce-emissions-from-port-trucks-one-man-proposes-shipping-traffic-out-to-sea-hellenic-shipping-news-worldwide/ via IFTTT

DCD’s Malcom, Clarkston’s Blevins leading Oakland CountyThe Oakland Press(Oakland Press File Photo) Birmingham Detroit Country Day first baseman John Malcom could be the first high school prospect selected at his position in the upcoming MLB Draft. By Scott Burnstein, The Oakland Press. Posted: 04/22/18, 8:44 PM EDT … and more …read more Source:: Oakland CA […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/dcds-malcom-clarkstons-blevins-leading-oakland-county-the-oakland-press/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay AreaThe debate over how to get relief from skyrocketing rents in California is likely to go before the voters in November. A campaign to lift restrictions on rent control says it now has enough signatures to put the issue on the ballot. Signatures were … and more …read more Source:: Oakland California News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/group-seeks-to-repeal-californias-restrictions-on-rent-control-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

SwimSwamRachel Klinker from Lexington, Kentucky, has announced her verbal commitment to the University of California, Berkeley for the fall of 2019. Joining her in the class of 2023 will be future Golden Bears Chloe Clark and Isabel Ivey. “I’m excited to … …read more Source:: California Golden Bears News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/cal-women-pick-up-verbal-commitment-from-rachel-klinker-swimswam/ via IFTTT

247Sports (blog)We now know who the Oakland Raiders are going to select with the No. 10 pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. Or, at least who the oddsmakers believe the team is most likely to land. Interestingly, while Georgia linebacker Roquan Smith has been the popular … and more …read more Source:: Oakland Raiders News […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/odds-favor-raiders-drafting-roquan-smith-or-tremaine-edmunds-247sports-blog/ via IFTTT

AmateurGolf.comMaking history once again was Gary Vanier, a player who has won more San Francisco City titles and Olympic Club championships than can be counted on two hands. Vanier shot 5-under 137 and defeated Jim Knoll of Sunnyvale for the Super-Senior title on … and more …read more Source:: Alameda, California News From Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/23/ryan-grauman-wins-alameda-commuters-amateurgolf-com/ via IFTTT

Business Wire (press release)L.A. PRESS CONFERENCE: Monday, April 23, 10:00 a.m.. Advocates to announce submission of a total of over 565,000 voter signatures to County Registrars in all 58 California counties in support of ballot initiative to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental …Mayor Garcetti Expected To Join Rent Control Advocates To Extend Rent ControlLAWestMedia.com (blog) all […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/mayor-eric-garcetti-to-join-housing-advocates-labor-leaders-and-community-organizations-at-la-press-conference-business-wire-press-release/ via IFTTT

Daily CalifornianIn March, the California College Media Association awarded The Daily Californian 20 awards in its annual California-wide media competition. The Daily Cal took home eight first-place prizes, three second-place prizes, six third-place prizes and three … …read more Source:: Berkeley Ca. News By Google News from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/the-daily-californian-wins-countless-awards-in-california-wide-media-competition-daily-californian/ via IFTTT

Athletics NationThis made it all the sweeter when Marcus Semien doubled to the left field corner on the second pitch he saw in the bottom of the first, giving Oakland an early scoring opportunity. For a moment, it appeared the run-scoring opportunity would be …Davis crushes A’s to 4-1 win in rubber match with BoSoxSFBayA’s […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/game-22-as-win-game-series-athletics-nation/ via IFTTT

NBC Bay Area… inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Sunday. A day after getting no-hit by Sean Manaea, Boston lost back-to-back games for the first time under new manager Alex Cora. The Red Sox had won their first six series this season …A’s lefty Manaea pitches first no-hitter against […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/davis-homers-off-price-in-8th-as-top-red-sox-4-1-nbc-bay-area/ via IFTTT

Warriors.comA CHANCE TO CLOSE OUT AT HOME After losing Game 4 in San Antonio, the Warriors will attempt to bounce back and close out the series at home when they host the Spurs in Game 5 on Tuesday night. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Watch the action on NBC …Kurtenbach: The Warriors didn’t listen […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/game-5-preview-warriors-vs-spurs-4-24-18-warriors-com/ via IFTTT

WTOPBERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — The University of California, Berkeley has elected a squirrel to its student senate. The Sacramento Bee reports “Furry Boi” was named April 13 to the Associated Students of the University of California Senate. The squirrel …A Squirrel Wins UC Berkeley Student Government ElectionCBS Sacramento all 5 news articles …read more Source:: […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/squirrel-wins-uc-berkeley-student-senate-seat-wtop/ via IFTTT

Santa Rosa fire survivor throws first pitch at Oakland A’s gameKGO-TVA big league promise made to a Santa Rosa fire survivor was fulfilled Saturday night. Nine-year-old Loren Smith lost his home and beloved Athletics memorabilia during the North Bay Fires, but it hasn’t charred his love for the game. “It’s great to see … …read […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/santa-rosa-fire-survivor-throws-first-pitch-at-oakland-as-game-kgo-tv/ via IFTTT

Golden State of MindAll series long, San Antonio has struggled to get anyone going against the Warriors defense. Other than Patty Mills dropping 21 in Game Two, they have pretty much been a one-trick pony. Unfortunately, that pony has been LaMarcus Aldridge, and he’s more …Steve Kerr: Stephen Curry ‘is not going to play anytime […] from WordPress http://zennie62blog.com/2018/04/22/warriors-at-spurs-lets-sweep-up-this-mess-and-move-on-golden-state-of-mind/ via IFTTT